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Which way should a Wi-Fi router face?
If you point all of you antenna straight up, the WiFi Router will be radiating the whole signal in a single direction. So for home WiFi routers with two WiFi antennas, it is always best to point one antenna horizontal and the other one vertical.
Can you put your router sideways?
Most routers are designed to work in either the vertical or horizontal position, not both. However, it is never advisable to lay your router on its side because doing so will likely block the air vents on the side panels and likely cause it to overheat.
Can a Wi-Fi router be upside down?
Re: Mounting the Router upside down on the ceiling Hello @andresvd It’s best to just mount it on the wall or put it in a higher place. We do not recommend putting it upside down.
Can I put my router in the garage?
The answer is yes you can, but I would recommend against it. The environmental conditions in an regular garage can be tough on equipment, with the biggest concern being damage caused by moisture or more accurately the potential of collecting moisture (dew) on and in your devices.
Can I put my router on the ceiling?
Upstairs: While it may be effective, suspending your router from your ceiling definitely won’t win you any interior decorating awards. Instead of high up on the first floor, try placing your router on the ground on the second floor of your home.
How high should your router be?
According to our actual situation, we suggest that the table should be about 1-1.5 ft so that the signal of the router is on the same horizontal plane as the equipment you usually use. Actual test case sharing: For an actual height test, we placed the router at a height of 6 ft.
Does the height of my router matter?
Router positioning: High vs low As it turns out, router height does make a difference.
Does placing router Higher help?
Higher positions allow more signal to cover the areas where you actually use your Wi-Fi, and let the router broadcast with fewer objects impeding the signal. The ideal position for a wireless router, then, is in a central location. It’s also worth considering what parts of the home you want to get Wi-Fi coverage.