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Another Node2i Question

I hope this question has not been asked over and over. I’ve been considering getting a Node2i and unfortunately I have no way of going with the Ethernet route and will rely solely on WiFi as my set up is not set up where I have access to a router. 
I’m with UVerse so I don’t have crazy mbps numbers. How has running the Node strictly WiFi worked for you? Is even worth messing with without being connected to the router via Ethernet?

Thanks,
Buckheadmac

buckheadmac
fuzztone's avatar
fuzztone
5,624 posts
 
Mine was horrible via WiFi.
Just get a WiFi extender for <$30 and plug it in. That's what Stack recommends for theirs.
Or do it right with mesh.
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lowrider57
5,417 posts
 
My Node2i via BluOs on Android works very well. I had to upgrade my router to 5gHz because there was too much traffic in my neighborhood on 2.4G.
Ive listened to Qobuz via wifi for close to a year and it sounds terrific thru my DAC.
Recently, I switched to ethernet CAT8, but you should 
be able to enjoy streaming through wifi.


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lowrider57
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Does U Verse offer wifi signals to other devices in the house?
Is 5GHz available?
strateahed
304 posts
 
Couldn't get my Node2i to even connect properly going straight wireless. Added a TP-Link Deco Mesh System (~$100-$150 on Amazon); connected mesh dot via Supra CAT8 ethernet cable to Node2i, and voila! For the most part, seamless streaming and great sounding music.  
buckheadmac OP
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Low rider , as far as ghz I’m not sure. My U-verse powers three wireless,cable boxes , plus my Sonos mesh network. My highest U-verse offering is MBPs is 50. 
Sorry to others as I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to networking. 
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