Hardware [WiFi-Mod] Extended range antenna in switch.

[TariqSoftDev]

PLEASE UPDATE THE TITLE TO: [WiFi MOD] Dual antenna WiFi(Speed + Range increase)

As the title explains this mod is self explanatory, I used a ACON WiFi antenna out of a Sony laptop and the images prove that it is now picking up more networks alongside more bars.

I guess I haven't posted in a long time but this should be a good mod return.

To make the antenna fit remove it from it's normal slot and put it above the heatsink part; at that point it'll have no issues with space arrangements.

UPDATE: I have now increased the speed from 40MBp/s to 60Mbp/s down; added another antennas because why not, here's some images.

 

[TariqSoftDev]

Double posted on bug when I pressed create thread, feel free to delete this or the other thread.

 

[ds34]

nice, this is why I love the homebrew community

 

[TariqSoftDev]

nice, this is why I love the homebrew community

This is why I like your pfp kek.

 

[Clydefrosch]

you just replaced a different antenna by plugging a fitting connector?
or did you solder the old antenna cable to the new antenna instead?

that other stuff there is a trinket or something?

 

[TariqSoftDev]

you just replaced a different antenna by plugging a fitting connector?
or did you solder the old antenna cable to the new antenna instead?

that other stuff there is a trinket or something?

Soldered old to new and chain, TM0 + UART-B top side.

 

[peteruk]

Very cool mate, love this and love the fact you're sharing your projects with us.

I love reading about stuff like this....... really look forward to whatever you plan on doing next

 

[TariqSoftDev]

Very cool mate, love this and love the fact you're sharing your projects with us.

I love reading about stuff like this....... really look forward to whatever you plan on doing next

I plan on adding a webcam next, perfect for field work.

 

[peteruk]

I plan on adding a webcam next, perfect for field work.

Oh wow, that'll be awesome, really can't wait to check that out!! photo's required of course when the time comes please

 

[TariqSoftDev]

Oh wow, that'll be awesome, really can't wait to check that out!! photo's required of course when the time comes please

Pics or it didn't happen

 

[mathew77]

I have now increased the speed from 40MBp/s to 60Mbp/s down

So nice!.. There's no need in CFW for that mod I guess, so even OFW consoles can work normally, no software modifications needed, right?

 

[TariqSoftDev]

So nice!.. There's no need in CFW for that mod I guess, so even OFW consoles can work normally, no software modifications needed, right?

Yup

 

[Russian-Router]

I would just mount an antenna adapter. Then you have more choices. Even with through a Wi-Fi amplifier. To a high DB external Antenna. Heck. I know someone who bought a 3 watt WiFi amp. Just think the RX increase alone. Probably within a 1/4 mile. One could see another unit. PICTOCHAT etc too. Now if both units had just high DB antenna. The range be cool. Time to get another lite for extra mods.