Could this be due to my router settings? ANre there two bands? Thanks
I remember having this issue; it was really annoying being forced to use the new iPad, only in the same room as my wifi router because of the poor range. I have spent a lot of time on google, looking for a solution to this. I did a bunch of research came across WIRED magazine and found a extensive and detailed review of Pong Research cases. These guys make a very special case which has a built-in antenna in between its layers, which redirects and boost the signal and range of your new iPad, iPhone and other devices. This solved my <a rel='nofollow' href="http://www.pongresearch.com/new-ipad.html">new iPad 3 poor wifi range</a> and now as a result, I'm able to connect to my router from further distance without a problem at all. Besides that, this also comes with an improved version of the Apple Smart Cover which asides from retaining the sleep/wake function, because of its origami design, you can fold it and stand it in 5 different positions - very cool in my opinion!
Does it connect to the WIFI and work for a little while, but then lose the connection? Or does it never even connect properly?
Do you have other devices connected to the same wifi that work fine? If so, you may want to set a static IP address. Sounds like something is not going well with the dhcp process.
If the problem persitst you can always take it to the apple store and demonstrate the problem there, you'll probably receive a replacement. If you have issues with the warranty, there are third party places that will find our what's wrong. If you want to do it yourself, the good news is, it's not too hard to open it. Here is an iPad Repair Guide that shows how to open an iPad. If you want somebody else to do it for you go to iPad Repair NYC.
If you are using either WAP or WAP2 encryption method, there is an option for the router to keep updating the password set, between the router and the wireless devices connected to it, every X minutes. Check your router settings for details. If you find it, remove this option.
Just my 2 cents...
Carlos
The list of WiFi networks you'll see will include two kinds: public and private. Private networks have a lock icon next to them; Public don't. The bars next to each network indicate the strength of the connection - more bars means a faster connection.
To connect to a public network, just tap the network name and you'll be online.
841 views
Usually answered in minutes!
×