Trying to get wired Internet for gaming but don't know what I should do..

[Manasseh257NSX]

I hate worrying about staying connected to games since I use WiFi. I want to go wired but my router is all the way downstairs and my room is upstairs. Now I'm not trying to have a repeater or anything as my connection to the WiFi itself is very strong and the PS3, other gaming systems and computers have no trouble connecting to it. It's just that it's WiFi. It's not reliable.

My question is, what can I do to improve my online gaming stability? (GT6 and some other graphically demanding games)

I want to be able to get something that can use my WiFi and turn into it's own network. So I can connect it with an Ethernet cable. It doesn't have to be as fast as my internet, I just want something that will hold stability online. I know it's not as good as a true hard-wired connection but it's the best I can manage with.

What product should I buy that can do this? I don't need anything too fancy or high tech, just something that will get the job done effectively and decently.


Thanks in advance people.

 

[Swagger897]

what type of modem/router do you have right now?

 

[Danoff]

I want to be able to get something that can use my WiFi and turn into it's own network. So I can connect it with an Ethernet cable.

That wouldn't help, you'd still ultimately be connected via wifi. There is such a thing as ethernet via coax cable, it's kindof expensive, but if you have coax connections near the router and in your room you might be able to go that route (though not if the house is already using the coax for cable TV).

You can run a wire outside the house, or try to find a way to get a wire through the walls to the basement.

 

[Swagger897]

Well, thinking of it now, my first desktop didn't have a wifi chip in it, so I needed an external device for it which uses a USB. It looks like a usb thumb drive, but it's called a network adapter. It's only a G model, so it's not the fastest but it's from 2008 and it has never had a problem. This is the only way you are going to get something that talks to your wifi and uses it, while still being connected via cables.

I don't think it'll help your 'stability' problem though. Your issue with that lies in with what currently broadcasts the signal or your provider.

It would be really helpful to tell us your provider and what you currently use for modem/router.. If it's AT&T and if you haven't gotten a free upgrade on your equipment in a year or two, you might be able to get new equipment.

 

[TB]

Powerline ethernet adapters.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

what type of modem/router do you have right now?

Linksys Modem

That wouldn't help, you'd still ultimately be connected via wifi. There is such a thing as ethernet via coax cable, it's kindof expensive, but if you have coax connections near the router and in your room you might be able to go that route (though not if the house is already using the coax for cable TV).

You can run a wire outside the house, or try to find a way to get a wire through the walls to the basement.

Still living at home. Running a wire through the house probably is out of the question. As for the coax connection, I don't think I have one anywhere in my room.

Well, thinking of it now, my first desktop didn't have a wifi chip in it, so I needed an external device for it which uses a USB. It looks like a usb thumb drive, but it's called a network adapter. It's only a G model, so it's not the fastest but it's from 2008 and it has never had a problem. This is the only way you are going to get something that talks to your wifi and uses it, while still being connected via cables.

I don't think it'll help your 'stability' problem though. Your issue with that lies in with what currently broadcasts the signal or your provider.

It would be really helpful to tell us your provider and what you currently use for modem/router.. If it's AT&T and if you haven't gotten a free upgrade on your equipment in a year or two, you might be able to get new equipment.

The signal is good. I have a decently fast internet connection/download/upload speed. It's just that since the modem is downstairs and I'm upstairs, the connection drops every once in awhile while gaming. (GT6 is truly the only game I have the issue with if we're being honest)






EDIT: Okay this is going to sound absurd, but after doing some research, I believe what I am trying to do is make an internet bridge. Use my existing network connection to make another individual network with a separate SSID and password.

 

[Barra333]

Powerline ethernet adapters.

For some reason that link won't work for me, but I came here to recommend exactly the same thing. I have my PS3, Tv decoder and TV plugged into a 4-port one and have had no problem at all. All of my TV signal comes over it.

 

[TB]

internet bridge.

I'd suggest you dont. I had one set up for a while. As @Danoff said, you're still relying on a wireless which, while convenient, is sometimes finicky.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

I'd suggest you dont. I had one set up for a while. As @Danoff said, you're still relying on a wireless which, while convenient, is sometimes finicky.

Anything is truly better than what I have right now.



Also, with the Powerline ethernet adapters,

Are those where you plug and connect one of the adapters up to the modem and use the other adapter for the actual internet? Or something of the sort? I read about it in the past but didn't do much research on it when I saw the prices for the products. (I was flat broke when I looked it up).

 

[Barra333]

One end plugs into a power socket next to the modem and you run an ethernet cable between the two. Put the other adapter anywhere in the house and treat it like any of the ethernet plugs in the actual modem. It really is that simple.
You will probably have to set up fixed IP addresses and DMZ for the PS3 for best results though. That might cost another five minutes on the modem setup page on a PC and then a few minutes on the PS3 network settings.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

One end plugs into a power socket next to the modem and you run an ethernet cable between the two. Put the other adapter anywhere in the house and treat it like any of the ethernet plugs in the actual modem. It really is that simple.
You will probably have to set up fixed IP addresses and DMZ for the PS3 for best results.

That's what I was thinking. and you said you use this method, is it good? Because I really might try this. I might have to start off cheap ($40-$60) or so and work my way up to a more expensive product in the future though.

 

[Barra333]

All of my TV signal comes via the internet, and the TV is plugged into one of these. It is just as good as being hooked straight to the router. One of the cheaper ones on BestBuy with good reviews would do fine.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

All of my TV signal comes via the internet, and the TV is plugged into one of these. It is just as good as being hooked straight to the router. One of the cheaper ones on BestBuy with good reviews would do fine.

Awesome! I appreciate the help from you all!

 

[Grayfox]

I personally done see a point to turning your WiFi into a wired solution if your wanting to improve your internet gaming.
As it is still WiFi the weakest point is the WiFi Modem.

You're just wasting your money.

Look at what ADSL plans start at.
As that is the way you will get a better gaming experience

 

[dice1998]

Powerline ethernet adapters.

That's what I was thinking. and you said you use this method, is it good? Because I really might try this. I might have to start off cheap ($40-$60) or so and work my way up to a more expensive product in the future though.

I have a pair of Actiontec adapters that I bought at a Best Buy two years ago for ~$70 for two and I never looked back. I'd definitely say it's a good investment.

*edit* Found the ones I have but they've increased in price by ~$10 since I purchased them.

 

[Terronium-12]

As already suggested, powerline adapters are your best friend at this point.

Here's what I use.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

As already suggested, powerline adapters are your best friend at this point.

Here's what I use.

I'm glad you posted that. Because I was just looking at those very ones. Are these pretty good? because the price seems pretty low.

 

[Terronium-12]

I'm glad you posted that. Because I was just looking at those very ones. Are these pretty good? because the price seems pretty low.

They get the job done, no doubt, but I have a problem every now and again where the connection drops and I have to let it sort itself out (typically no more than 5 seconds), or I have to unplug it and back again.

If you want to invest in something better read some reviews first. 👍

 

[sesselpupser]

I'm glad you posted that. Because I was just looking at those very ones. Are these pretty good? because the price seems pretty low.

I used to use those at my parents' house, I found they were, as @Terronium-12 said, a little intermittent but I never once had them drop the connection when I was doing anything. Sometimes they'd take a while to wake up after being inactive, sometimes they'd drop the connection after playing something or streaming something, but I never got disconnected from a game or anything.

 

[Manasseh257NSX]

They get the job done, no doubt, but I have a problem every now and again where the connection drops and I have to let it sort itself out (typically no more than 5 seconds), or I have to unplug it and back again.

If you want to invest in something better read some reviews first. 👍

I used to use those at my parents' house, I found they were, as @Terronium-12 said, a little intermittent but I never once had them drop the connection when I was doing anything. Sometimes they'd take a while to wake up after being inactive, sometimes they'd drop the connection after playing something or streaming something, but I never got disconnected from a game or anything.

Thanks y'all!! The feedback and advice has helped me a lot!!