not needed on a computer, for cell phone. I need better wifi reception about 200m away from home network, will this help?
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It will only work with a computer. It plugs into the USB port and takes the place of your regular wifi antenna.
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No , will not work for a phone and will not work in USB 3.0 slot on a computer.
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If there were some way to hook the usb end of the cord to your cell phone it would probably work.
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No. It will boost standard 802.11b/g/n wifi network signal. For boosting cell phone reception, see the Amazon article at http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=amb_link_356466882_9?node=2420290011 (if they take out the link, search for "How Do I Improve Cell Phone Coverage in My Home?"). You can buy a product like the Wireless Cell Phone Signal Booster for home here zBoost ZB540 CONNECT Dual Band Cell Phone Signal Booster for Personal Workspace in the Home and Office or this one for home and travel Wilson Electronics - MobilePro - Portable Cell Phone Signal Booster - Includes 4-Inch Magnet Mount Antenna to improve cell reception in your house. No. It will boost standard 802.11b/g/n wifi network signal. For boosting cell phone reception, see the Amazon article at http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=amb_link_356466882_9?node=2420290011 (if they take out the link, search for "How Do I Improve Cell Phone Coverage in My Home?"). You can buy a product like the Wireless Cell Phone Signal Booster for home here zBoost ZB540 CONNECT Dual Band Cell Phone Signal Booster for Personal Workspace in the Home and... » Read More No. It will boost standard 802.11b/g/n wifi network signal. For boosting cell phone reception, see the Amazon article at http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=amb_link_356466882_9?node=2420290011 (if they take out the link, search for "How Do I Improve Cell Phone Coverage in My Home?"). You can buy a product like the Wireless Cell Phone Signal Booster for home here zBoost ZB540 CONNECT Dual Band Cell Phone Signal Booster for Personal Workspace in the Home and Office or this one for home and travel Wilson Electronics - MobilePro - Portable Cell Phone Signal Booster - Includes 4-Inch Magnet Mount Antenna to improve cell reception in your house. « Show Less
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I only use it at home, not in a business, but I don't see why this would not work. Just be sure to choose a wireless channel that is not being used in the neighborhood (download the app Wifi Analizer and see what are the channels currently in use nearby). If all channels are already being used, choose the one that has less wifi networks connected to. This definitely improves the wireless quality!
2070515
No need for an antenna, I don't believe this dongle would even be able to use it if you had one.Mine certainly works fine without.
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I use it for that exact same reason. It works fine for me from about 20 feet away from the computer. I have the computer in my bedroom and the signal passes through one wall just fine. It was spotty at first but after installing the supplied "pairing software" it works like a charm.
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This does NOT work for cell phone signal. There is nothing additional you need to set it up other than a wireless router already.
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Unfortunately I bought this as a gift and cannot verify that information. I believe this works off your home wifi connection, so it shouldn't matter where you live. I'm thinking this product would be best tested under a dual band router, that way you can use the 2.4ghz band or the 5ghz.
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Not sure I understand your question. This is designed for a PC or laptop to either add a wireless antenna or add a wireless antenna that has better range than the built in one. For that purpose it works great. I would need more details on your setup to better answer your question.
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This antenna is more powerful than the built-in card in your computer, and can be aimed via the antennae. Hook this up to your computer, then turn off the built-in one (so they don't compete with each other). It (this particular one or similar) will pick up the signal from a modem (or whatever) better than what you have. In other words, this powered usb wifi receiver with extenal antennae is stronger and better equipped to pull in the wifi than a built-in card. In general, I would recommend a trusted 6-foot (or so) usb cable for ease in positioning it for maximum convenience and effectiveness. Good luck.
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Once you install the software for device, it should work as a regular wifi antenna, expect it extends in a far range. I still have not have had it properly work with my laptop. If you already have an ISP (Internet Service Provider) then you do not need to subscribe to anything. But if you do not have any subscriptions, then you can use this WIFI device to obtain available WIFI access points from far ranges.
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I find the opposite, WIFI with this computer is great. It picks up signals my MacAir, Sony Laptop, IPad and Galaxy phone can't.
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No antenna is required but being near to your wireless router should help. Hopefully there are not a lot of obstructions and especially no steel walls in the way.
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The question assumes that you do not need to have an internet signal within the range of the antenna with which you can connect. The answer is: The antenna will allow you to connect to the internet through internet signals which are significantly more distant than that which would be the case with standard antennas. Of course, connecting with this antenna, requires that the internet signal be both in range of the antenna and that you can log on to the internet signal with the appropriate pass word, if necessary.
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Patrick is correct, see below.... This will boost your wireless signal only (to improve wireless range) has nothing to do with your operating system.
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It only needs to be plugged in to a computer during set up. After that it can be disconnected from the computer and moved to wherever it provides the best improvement in signal strength from your router.
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If it isn't hardwired directly to your computer, yes. If you have wifi you need a router.
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I do not believe the device is meant for outdoor use. The cable from your computer to the device is USB 2, and some 6ft in length. I suppose a coax cable could be attached between the device and antenna to extend it beyond the Faraday cage of your motor home. Are you planning on WIFI mooching?