WLAN 5 GHz - how to increase the range

If you surf the Internet via WLAN, modern routers allow you to do so not only via 2.4 GHz, but also via the 5 GHz frequency band. Find out here whether the range is higher when using 5 GHz and how you can increase the range if you have problems.

This range is possible in 5 GHz WLAN

The 5 GHz WLAN frequency band is still relatively new compared to the 2.4 GHz band and is used much less frequently. This is largely because many old routers do not support its use. If the use of 5 GHz is possible, not only does the Internet speed increase, but the Internet connection is also less susceptible to interference due to the lower usage. However, one disadvantage of the 5 GHz frequency band is its range. This is, especially if physical obstacles such as walls are in the way, significantly lower.

How to increase the range of your 5 GHz WLAN

If you use the 5 GHz frequency band to surf the Internet and have problems with the range of the signal, the following steps will help you to increase the range.

1. Since the range of the 5 GHz frequency band is reduced by obstacles, their removal can usually already improve the range. Therefore, make sure that there are no large objects near the router and do not place the router next to plants or wet objects.
2. Even if 5 GHz has been little used so far, the range may be reduced if you use a channel that is also used by other routers in the neighborhood. Check this best with an analysis app and change the channel if necessary.
3. If the range remains low, perform a firmware update on the router to test whether this solves the problem.