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Updated over 2 years ago on . Most recent reply

Internet setup in a multi-family?
Hello all,
I have a 10-unit that is approx. 6,300 sq ft. In the current situation, it would be more profitable to provide internet. Rents are below market rate and they need to increase, but I can tell tenants are pretty stretched as-is. Most pay a pretty penny for internet. My thought is that I could provide internet, save them some money, and I could raise rents easier. Not many work from home, so if internet happened to go out periodically.. it wouldn't be the end of the world; but I'd still like to have reliable connection - I have cameras and wifi thermostats.
I currently have 500 mpbs and a Eero 6 mesh. It isn't picking up the extender in the back of the building. I'm thinking the system is too small, which it does say it is for only 4,500 sq ft, but I got a "prime" deal... so had to give it a try.
Has anyone else done what I'm trying to do? If yes, what setups/ systems do you have?
TIA
- Jessica Kirkpatrick
Most Popular Reply

I haven't done it for a 10-unit but have done it for a duplex. Every time there is a service outage or power outage, you will be getting a call. Same thing with internet service if it "isn't good." Personally, I would think twice about taking on the extra headache factors if you'll be dealing with all the issues. For reference, I used a mesh network with a bunch of nodes.