Enhancing Your Wi-Fi For Maximum Performance

November 28, 2023

A strong, reliable wireless network can be key to driving productivity and promoting information sharing in the workplace. Whether you’re a business owner or a home office worker, it’s a good idea to re-evaluate your wireless network performance and assess whether it is still meeting your business and work requirements. There is an extensive range of wireless network solutions that can help you to take your home or office wi-fi network to the next level.

Back To Basics with Wi-Fi Routers

At the heart of every good wireless network is a Wi-Fi router. Modems connect your worksite or home to the internet, and routers create the network to which multiple devices in your home or worksite can connect. For this reason, having a high-performance router is key to achieving fast network speed, particularly when many devices are connecting to the router.

When choosing a Wi-Fi router, it’s important to look for one that has wireless-AC technology for quick data transfers and a wireless range that will cover your whole home or office. If you’re looking to build your wireless network on a strong foundation, you can find a wide range of Wi-Fi routers at your local Office Depot® or OfficeMax store – our friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you to choose an option that is best suited to your daily needs.

Expanding Coverage with Wi-Fi Range Extenders and Wireless Access Points

If your router is performing well but the working space of your business has expanded, you may want to consider installing a Wi-Fi range extender. Often referred to as Wi-Fi boosters, these handy devices increase the effective range of a network by ‘repeating’ or retransmitting the Wi-Fi signal received from the router, thereby extending the router’s range.

A wireless access point is another useful device for expanding Wi-Fi coverage and helping you achieve fast, reliable Wi-Fi in your home or office. Unlike Wi-Fi range extenders, wireless access points expand a wireless network through a wired (Ethernet cable) connection to a router. Since wireless access points can typically support a greater number of connections than extenders, they tend to be a better option for larger businesses.

At Office Depot® OfficeMax®, we know that a consistently good Wi-Fi network that enhances productivity and efficiency is key to the everyday success of your business. With a wide variety of Wi-Fi range extenders and wireless access points, we’ll help you make Wi-Fi ‘dead zones’ a thing of the past in your home or office.

Greater Connectivity with Wi-Fi Bridges

A Wi-Fi bridge enables any wired device to connect to a wireless network. For example, if your office has an old printer that you’d like to connect to the Wi-Fi, a Wi-Fi bridge will effectively convert the printer into a device with wireless capabilities. Wi-Fi bridges also allow you to connect two Ethernet routers wirelessly, eliminating the mess and hassle of wired connections. Our experienced in-store team will help you choose a wireless bridge that will best accommodate your home or office space.

Home Installations for Peace Of Mind

At Office Depot® OfficeMax®, we know you’re busy – and you may not have the time to figure out how to install your new Wi-Fi device. Our home installation services have you covered. Our team of experienced technicians will assist you with installing your new router, Wi-Fi range extender, Wi-Fi bridge, or wireless access point, giving you one less thing to worry about as you focus on performing at your best.

Make The Most of Your Home Wi-Fi With A Security Camera and Media Streaming Device

Creating a lightning-fast, consistently strong wireless network can also help to open a world of possibilities at home. For example, with a good wireless network, you can use a media streaming device such as a Roku stick to convert your ordinary television into a smart television. By plugging the streaming stick into the HDMI port of your TV and connecting it to your wireless network, you’ll be able to access a wide range of streaming channels and content, such as movies, series, music, and podcasts, all with one handy device.

A security camera is another innovative device that relies on a good internet connection. Mounting a Ring camera to strategic locations in your home or office allows you to keep an eye on things while you’re away, thanks to features that allow the security footage to be uploaded to an app or internet cloud for ease of access.

Office Depot® OfficeMax® Is Here To Help

We take pride in providing our customers with access to cutting-edge technology to help them boost productivity, promote collaboration among staff, and maintain optimal output. We know that when work gets busy, you need an excellent wireless network that won’t let you down. We’re here to help you configure a wireless network workstation that meets all your home and business needs in the moments that count – visit one of our stores and speak to a team members to find out more about the wide range of options available to you.