BEST PLACEMENT! Position gateway near a window for optimal signal from wireless tower.
Windows provide clear line-of-sight to towers with minimal interference.
Place on top floor or elevated surface (shelf, desk). Higher placement improves signal reach.
Elevation reduces obstacles between gateway and tower.
Keep gateway in open area, not enclosed. Signals need clear paths to reach both tower and your devices.
Open placement maximizes both incoming and outgoing signal.
Place gateway in the center of your home for even WiFi coverage to all rooms.
Ideally near window AND centrally located for best results.
✓ Good Placement (Living Room)
✗ Bad Placements
Never place in closets, cabinets, or drawers - this blocks signals.
Metal enclosures are especially problematic and can reduce signal by 90%.
Don't place behind TV, under desk, or wedged between furniture.
Physical obstacles absorb and reflect WiFi signals.
Keep away from microwaves, cordless phones, baby monitors.
These devices operate on similar frequencies and cause interference.
Avoid basements or ground floor in multi-story homes.
Signal strength decreases downward more than upward.
Place gateway on second floor near a window for coverage to both levels.
Upper floor placement provides better tower signal and WiFi coverage downward.
Position on middle floor near window for even coverage to floors above and below.
Consider mesh network for large homes.
First floor placement near window provides adequate basement coverage for most homes.
Heavy usage basement may need separate access point.
| Room Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Excellent | Central location, usually open floor plan |
| Home Office | Excellent | Good for hardwired devices + WiFi coverage |
| Hallway | Good | Central but may lack shelf space |
| Bedroom | Fair | Often not centrally located |
| Kitchen | Poor | Interference from appliances |
| Garage/Closet | Never | Enclosed spaces block signal severely |
Your gateway generates heat during operation. Proper ventilation is essential: