while typical cable should be just fine, they do make special cable for running in ducts and walls. It's supposed to resist heating much better and not give off toxic fumes when heated to high temperatures (something the other cables might do, but aren't required to do).
to change the wireless channel, you need to log into your wireless router and there will be a setting there for you to select what channel you want to use.. for more detailed instructions, you should check your wireless router's manual..
then, go to device manager > double click on your wireless card in the list under Network Adapters > under advanced tab > there should be a setting to select what channel you ware currently using for the router.. make sure that you select the right one and then do a restart.. it should be working properly after that.
You might try placing the router upstairs instead of in the basement. The signal will be stronger up above than below. Essentially you will be reversing the process you already attempted. (That is if you trust your son with physical access to the router!)
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ryri
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about running cable in ducts:
while typical cable should be just fine, they do make special cable for running in ducts and walls. It's supposed to resist heating much better and not give off toxic fumes when heated to high temperatures (something the other cables might do, but aren't required to do).
viper11885
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November 12th, 2003 05:00
other than that,i would also suggest that you try to move the router and place it in a more "better" spot... it'll dramatically help.
jsapyta
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November 12th, 2003 15:00
Try putting the router higher up, like on a bookshelf, or on a top of a deskshelf.. You be surprised what little elevation can do to a signal.
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johnallg
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Click on this link (http://my.router) and login. There is a spot to change the channel. The wireless computers should follow the channel change.
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viper11885
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then, go to device manager > double click on your wireless card in the list under Network Adapters > under advanced tab > there should be a setting to select what channel you ware currently using for the router.. make sure that you select the right one and then do a restart.. it should be working properly after that.
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