hello,trying to connect two building 2gether, first building has a network of 12desktop physicaly connected and has server for file and print share,next building is about 50meters away no pcs yet but thinking of having six/eight there to share facilities in the first building.What is the best way to connect these two buildings together using wireless devices??
2007-03-22 20:20:40 · 9 answers · asked by afrodiz75 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
You need to buy a device called a wireless bridge. You can also use a directional antenna so all your signal is pointing directly at each other for best connectivity (if just between two buildings).
2007-03-22 20:23:51 · answer #1 · answered by Mr Ale 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I recommend NOT to use a wireless bridge to connect the 2 sites. If it is possible, I would recommend a fibre cable link between buildings for increased reliability, capacity, speed & secuirty. WEP keys sent by users can be scanned & obtained by 'scammers' using software with major security issues. The cost implications are slightly higher for hardware & installation but you get investment return through quality of service.
2007-03-23 03:44:25 · answer #2 · answered by ndcupgrades 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want to go wireless, use a high speed wireless connection (802.11g, better!), and one which has a high range.
However, I strongly disagree with going wireless, as it is slow, sometimes unreliable, and if you have no WEP key, the network and its computers are vulnerable to 'passers by'.
I recommend going cable, but use a network hub server, so cable from A (with) to B (soon with), then use a network hub server at the other end.
2007-03-23 03:28:59 · answer #3 · answered by mattribbins 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
set the second building up the on a normal server....
but you should be able to use a wireless system to hook the 2 systems up.
set the wireless up to both servers and just hook them together, i have never tried it but i have seen it done and it works :)
p.s. try talking to a computer store when your in there next to get the computers and the servers you might be even able to get a wireless server...
2007-03-23 03:26:24 · answer #4 · answered by the aussie :D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to use fibre or a laser connection between the buildings. A friend of mine has installed a few laser systems in the uk. Mail me if you want more details.
2007-03-23 03:51:23 · answer #5 · answered by jayktee96 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several suppliers that make products to do exactly what you are wanting.
Try
http://tranzeo.com
or http://defactowireless.com
If you want high cost use motorola canopy backhauls.. work great cost alot.
I would suggest the 5 gig items (less interferance higher throughput)
Or feel free to contact me - we do these for several companies some with buildings miles apart!
2007-03-23 09:46:21 · answer #6 · answered by Tracy L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a little far for a cheap router but there are units that will do it. There are even high power routers that will let you connect over a mile away.
2007-03-23 03:26:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a wireless network. or a Cable will do...
2007-03-23 03:37:12 · answer #8 · answered by Enigmatic A 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
cable is better...
2007-03-23 03:23:48 · answer #9 · answered by roy_marzoed 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋