need a really strong router

[ProjektJ]

i have about 7 computers over 3 floors in an old brownstone, and the signal is always pretty bad from my f5d7230. i need something ridiculously strong, that supports wireless bridging (running cat5 from second router to comp and printer.)
ideally no more thatn $150
cheers
j

 

[JackMDS]

I would start with one good High Power 802.11g unit.

Currently you best bet is to buy one Buffalo High power,
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16833162134

Install Netstumbler http://www.netstumbler.com/downloads on a Laptop and evaluate the coverage, if needed buy an additional Regular Buffalo Wireless Router and use it as WDS (or Access Point via one cable).

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16833162173

Otherwise, the best Method to Extend Wireless Coverage depends heavily on the Specific Environment.

Look at these pages they describe most of the options that are within the means of Entry Level users, and choose the one that fits you environment best.

Link to: Extending the Distance of Entry Level Wireless Network.

Link to: Wirelessly Bridging Home / Network.

Link to: Hi Gain Antenna for Entry Level Wireless.