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Hack a WiFi USB adapter for better reception Length 2:08
Curated 7/2/08
Updated 9/7/10 Hosted by metacafe.com
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This video tutorial demonstrates a simple hack for improving the WiFi reception of a USB adapter. To replicate this hack yourself, you'll need the following materials: (1) a WiFi USB adapter, (2) a USB extension cable, (3) a metal strainer, and (4) a pair of scissors. For detailed, step-by-step instructions on improving your WiFi adapter's signal levels, watch this how-to video.

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Daddy 13 (3) 4/19/09 2:46 AM
Hope it works
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RAMDEXXX (2) 4/21/09 3:50 AM
great !!! ur a GENIUS!!!
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RAMDEXXX (2) 4/21/09 3:51 AM
it really helps a lot!!! is it applicable even in the philippines? email me pls masbatech@yahoo.com
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JohnSawyer 4/22/09 12:58 PM
Yes, this works in any country, since the strainer just collects more wifi radio signal power that's going through the air, and concentrates it on the USB wifi stick's internal antenna. These signals are the same no matter what country you're in, since the electronics involved are the same worldwide.
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RAMDEXXX (2) 4/21/09 3:51 AM
our site: masbatech.ning.com

pls visit
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tripleione 8/16/09 4:04 PM
Just wanted to add that I tried this myself with an Belkin 802.11g wireless adapter and it greatly improved the wireless signal of the adapter, even through walls. I have an old computer outside in my workshop which I wanted to add wireless internet to, but didn't want to shell out the cash for a newer "draft-n" adapter since the computer is so old anyway. The router is inside the house about 50 feet away, and it was almost impossible to get a reliable signal out here. After watching the video and following the instructions, the internet works almost flawlessly. Thanks--great video!!
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sexy69ass 10/13/09 11:32 AM
cool man, it #$%@s smart bro and globe tattoo in the philippines
#$%@ing great
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riskybeno 10/26/09 2:57 AM
very good idea .its just to easy
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chobitoatsuke 11/3/09 8:36 PM
cool... :D
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nonnsta 12/12/09 11:02 AM
can this be used to from signal dropping as well or is it just mainly for boosting reception?
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Rokaf0 (-1) 1/19/10 1:59 PM
hi, does this work just as well with a plastic adaptor too?
please reply!
rokaf0
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dong6241 1/25/10 1:58 PM
i just finished mine with this... i got up to 20% increase in signal :) but i still need longer usb extender for better reception
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BASSYOULIKE (1) 4/6/10 9:48 AM
May not look pretty but its works great
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synn hbi (1) 7/27/10 5:33 PM
thanks for sharing, the idea is so great
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bernard de troch (1) 11/13/10 6:44 AM
It works in Belgium also. I added even 2x USB 2.0 cable extensions of 5m!!!
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AnasRihane 3/2/11 6:29 AM
Great !! thxx , you're a genius !!
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Sanjeev Saju (1) 3/16/11 2:36 AM
wow genius guy...thanks
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Tim Petrick 11/3/11 8:51 AM
i cant get the damn thing to play the video
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Bchandrakanth Bchkanth 1/20/12 6:49 AM
thanks man its working & also for sharing.
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Sng Hos 1/26/12 11:24 AM
i'm so gonna try this!
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Ian Vizarra 4/5/12 11:30 PM
Hell Yeah This Really works man. Thanks A lot. I'm gonna make a blog and give you a credit.
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Alfred Castillo Santos 4/7/12 7:39 PM
kailangan ba tlga nang metal na strainer ndi pwd ang plastic?
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