Client: Homeowner with a large property.
Property Size: More than 6,000 Sqft.
The Chalange
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The homeowner had a poor WiFi signal in several key areas, including the office on the second floor, the backyard porch ( watch sports on TV), the front WiFi camera, and the no connection to the WiFi barbeque grill.
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The best internet speed was inconsistent, and many areas had difficulty connecting to WiFi.
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The existing setup included numerous Google WiFi mesh units, which were unprofessionally placed and did not provide adequate coverage.
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During the survey and assessment, Datcomm noticed that running an ethernet cable to some places, especially in first-floor rooms and the backyard, was not feasible.
Solution
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Consultation and Assessment:
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Datcomm conducted a thorough survey and assessment of the current network setup and homeowner’s needs.
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Leveraging Existing Infrastructure:
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Discovered that the homeowner had unused coaxial cables running through the house.
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We used MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) devices to send data through the coaxial cables to the access points (APs) designed to provide WiFi.
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Customized Network Design:
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Developed a tailored network design based on the survey results.
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Installed high-performance APs to provide robust WiFi coverage.
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Professional Installation:
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Set up a mesh network strategically to ensure strong signal coverage on the backyard porch.
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Created a second WiFi network with the 2.4 GHz band specifically for IoT devices, including the WiFi barbeque grill, which only used 2.4 GHz WiFi.
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Replaced the old Google WiFi mesh units with a more reliable and professionally configured system.
Implementation
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The project was executed efficiently, causing minimal disruption to the homeowner’s daily activities.
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Continuous testing and adjustments were made to ensure optimal performance.
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Provided the homeowner with a detailed guide and training on how to manage the new network.
The Results
- Achieved strong and consistent WiFi coverage throughout the entire property of more than 6,000 Sqft.
- We eliminated all dead spots, ensuring reliable internet access in the office, backyard porch, front WiFi camera, and barbeque area.
- Consistently high internet speeds, much better than before.
- The separate 2.4 GHz WiFi network ensured a reliable connection for all IoT devices, including the front WiFi camera and WiFi barbecue grill.
- The homeowner was very satisfied with Datcomm's professionalism and expertise and noticed a significant improvement in their network performance.
Conclusion:
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The project was a big success, turning the home network into a reliable and high-performing system.
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The homeowner now enjoys a secure, stable, and efficient network environment.
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The homeowner has recommended Datcomm to several neighbors and friends, highlighting the quality of the service provided.
