Setting up a WiFi connection @ work

[StevieP]

I manage a small-medium sized bar in town that has 5 different levels, each kinda on top of each other, very hard to describe without drawing any pics. Anyway, we're looking to set up a WiFi connection for our customers, but I'm unsure how to go about it..

We've got an AOL (no free PS3 thou sadly ;o) ) ASDL wireless router/modem in the office on the top floor, this plugs directly into the work laptop that runs XP.

A wireless connection was set up last night, but the signal isn't strong enough to go all the way throughout the premises. In the bar on the lowest floor, the signal keeps fluctuating on and off because its so weak. What do we need to buy to boost the signal to the lower floors?

The best reply gets a couple of beers on me. (Collection only)

Thx,

Steve.

 

[16v_jon]

Get a bridge or wireless extender to repeat the signal

 

[StevieP]

Something like one of these? http://www.ebuyer.com/product/112497

 

[H182]

^Yep, although sometimes manufactures will only work properly if the router they are repeating is the same make.

 

[Rasclart]

As H182 HOWEVER I would seriously consider a dedicated Wireless connection that is not part of your work wireless. With them sharing the same IP subnet and network as work PC you are possibly leaving yourself open!