AP antenna upgrade??

quantez420 · 10-03-2003

is the NETGEAR MR814 WIRELESS ROUTER able to get an upgraded antenna??

thank you

JimEther · 10-03-2003

Ofcourse it is,

But, from what I can tell, the stock antenna doesn't screw off. So, you will need to open up your router, and attatch a connector to the antenna cable, then you can make an adapter for your current antenna or make a new one or whatever....

quantez420 · 10-03-2003

Just checkin.... would you happend to know what kind of connector it has?

seen a couple of good deals.... don't really know what to go with...

%#$@

JimEther · 10-04-2003

Hey There,

I don't think I have seen inside the AP you have, but the AP's of mine I have opened and the ones I have seen online, generally the coax is soldered to the board, and the antenna is permanently attatched to the coax as well. So your best bet would be to go out and buy something like reversepolarity SMA connectors ar just use N-type connectors and attatch your own tote AP, then ouh hae some options about he antenna's.

quantez420 · 10-04-2003

Either have I.

I just need to know what is involved to attach an aftermarket antenna. not just the net gear but all AP's.

How do I tap into the antenna cable if I have to.

Couldn't understand that last part

Thorn · 10-04-2003

Quote:

Originally posted by quantez420
Either have I.

I just need to know what is involved to attach an aftermarket antenna. not just the net gear but all AP's.

How do I tap into the antenna cable if I have to.

Couldn't understand that last part

Generally, to attach an antenna, you need RF connectors, transmission cable and the antenna. Specifics vary all over the place, according to brand of AP, brand of antenna, cable needed, and connectors used. Cable type, size and cost vary according to the intented application, and the desired loss/gain.

You don't "tap" an antenna cable. You cut it, and place a connector on it.

JimEther is referring to antenna connectors. "N" is one common type, "Reverse Polarity SMA" is another. Spend some time at the site of a vendor who sells antennae, cable and connectors and you'll have at least some idea of what's involved. (e.g. www.fab-corp.com)

JimEther · 10-04-2003

Hey There,

I just wanted t say I was sorry for the awful spelling and such in the last post I made in this topic... I use a wireless keybard and the batteries were giving out... I finally picked up new ones. Although, I should have proof read the post before submitting. My bad.

And in respect to what Thorn said, Ditto. Read some basic RF Technology stuff, maybe check out some Ham Radio web sites and stuff... it will go a long way in helping you understand what's going on behind those LED's.

quantez420 · 10-04-2003

muchas gracias,

i've already started fellas.

found some good stuff

thanks alot!!

10-03-2003	#1 (permalink)
quantez420 denver stumbler Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: D town Posts: 39	AP antenna upgrade?? is the NETGEAR MR814 WIRELESS ROUTER able to get an upgraded antenna?? thank you

10-03-2003	#2 (permalink)
JimEther Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: South East Michigan Posts: 65	Ofcourse Ofcourse it is, But, from what I can tell, the stock antenna doesn't screw off. So, you will need to open up your router, and attatch a connector to the antenna cable, then you can make an adapter for your current antenna or make a new one or whatever.... __________________ Have a Question, Click HERE There are 00000010 types of people, those who understand binary and those who don't. No ONE should EVER connect to ANY network that they don't have EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION from the OWNER of to do so. UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.

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quantez420 denver stumbler Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: D town Posts: 39	Just checkin.... would you happend to know what kind of connector it has? seen a couple of good deals.... don't really know what to go with... %#$@ Last edited by quantez420 : 10-03-2003 at 11:50 PM.

10-04-2003	#4 (permalink)
JimEther Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: South East Michigan Posts: 65	Dunno Hey There, I don't think I have seen inside the AP you have, but the AP's of mine I have opened and the ones I have seen online, generally the coax is soldered to the board, and the antenna is permanently attatched to the coax as well. So your best bet would be to go out and buy something like reversepolarity SMA connectors ar just use N-type connectors and attatch your own tote AP, then ouh hae some options about he antenna's. __________________ Have a Question, Click HERE There are 00000010 types of people, those who understand binary and those who don't. No ONE should EVER connect to ANY network that they don't have EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION from the OWNER of to do so. UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.

10-04-2003	#7 (permalink)
JimEther Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: South East Michigan Posts: 65	Sorry Hey There, I just wanted t say I was sorry for the awful spelling and such in the last post I made in this topic... I use a wireless keybard and the batteries were giving out... I finally picked up new ones. Although, I should have proof read the post before submitting. My bad. And in respect to what Thorn said, Ditto. Read some basic RF Technology stuff, maybe check out some Ham Radio web sites and stuff... it will go a long way in helping you understand what's going on behind those LED's. __________________ Have a Question, Click HERE There are 00000010 types of people, those who understand binary and those who don't. No ONE should EVER connect to ANY network that they don't have EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION from the OWNER of to do so. UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.

10-04-2003	#5 (permalink)
quantez420 denver stumbler Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: D town Posts: 39	Either have I. I just need to know what is involved to attach an aftermarket antenna. not just the net gear but all AP's. How do I tap into the antenna cable if I have to. Couldn't understand that last part

10-04-2003	#8 (permalink)
quantez420 denver stumbler Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: D town Posts: 39	muchas gracias, i've already started fellas. found some good stuff thanks alot!!

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