WiFi Ranger 6.6.2 is in the wild!

bigcitypopo wrote:


If you use the "Go" and "Mobile".. will the "Go" see the "Mobile" as an antenna and handle/manage power requirements to get a good connection.

paulcardoza wrote:
Evan and Brian spent a lot of time on my issues. Firmware updates were forced in, pre-release software was loaded on, setting changed and tweaked for a number of days on end.

When I finally was able to get my iOS devices connected, I found the GO's SSID broadcast to be cycling off and on every 5 - 10 minutes. The whole unit was not rebooting, but the wifi would simply disappear for 10-20sec then reappear.

By the time I gave up, every possible feature of the WFR was disabled and the unit was in full manual mode. I had to manually manage my connections and found myself spending way too much time doing so, only to have the SSID disappear every few minutes.

So, in the closet it went and there it will stay for the time being. Everything the WFR SHOULD DO, makes it oh so promising and attractive.
Maybe someday, it will actually deliver on those promises. Right now, in my view, it is still be the BETA test mode and should be sold as such.

I've had my Cradlepoint MBR1400 up and running for over 3 weeks now. After a half hour to initially configure it, I have not touched it since.............

I know you are a WFR Ambassador, but for me....... the product just is not ready from prime time. :(

docj wrote:

paulcardoza wrote:
After struggling mightily with the WFR GO for many months, my advice would be to spend some extra $$$$ and buya Cradlepoint MBR1400. It will do more than you'll ever need, but it does it perfectly, without the need to tinker and struggle to keep a good internet connection!

My GO is in a box in the closet. I'm not sure why, but I can't bring myself to put it in the dumpster.

We're sorry you're having problems with your WiFi Ranger Go. Have you attempted to get help from the support team?

If you could be more specific as to what your issues are, we would be happy to assist. There have been several recent firmware updates which have improved overall performance markedly. If your Go is unable to handle the update we are replacing all units, regardless of warranty status, with updated models.

Please let me know what we can do to help you.

docj wrote:

paulcardoza wrote:
After struggling mightily with the WFR GO for many months, my advice would be to spend some extra $$$$ and buya Cradlepoint MBR1400. It will do more than you'll ever need, but it does it perfectly, without the need to tinker and struggle to keep a good internet connection!

My GO is in a box in the closet. I'm not sure why, but I can't bring myself to put it in the dumpster.

We're sorry you're having problems with your WiFi Ranger Go. Have you attempted to get help from the support team?

If you could be more specific as to what your issues are, we would be happy to assist. There have been several recent firmware updates which have improved overall performance markedly. If your Go is unable to handle the update we are replacing all units, regardless of warranty status, with updated models.

Please let me know what we can do to help you.

bigcitypopo wrote:
I am computer savy, sooo this stuff doesnt scare me so to speak.

I use a mac, is the interface for settings web based?
Does the unit power up on its own and point your computer to the website so it can be configured? The WFR's control panel is accessed through whatever browser you choose to use. It doesn't matter whether you have a Mac or a pc.

how many devices will the ranger communicate with. I am looking at the mobile. not the go. I think the maximum number is probably 16, I have eight connected to mine at the moment.

I have a brand new trailer. I want this thing setup for years to come. I don't want to buy things twice. Firmware updates are handled through "the Cloud". All previously sold models can be updated to the latest software. In fact, the company has offered to replace some older units that had problems with the most recent update, irrespective of warranty status.

I am considering using the roof mount, screw the thing down near the fridge vent and fur-get 'bout it. or is it better to use the ladder rack, antennae jobber...The roof-mounted unit has more power and an external antenna so you can't make a direct comparison with any of the indoor models. Many people own both particularly if they have devices in their RVs that need to connect to a router via Ethernet cable (for example, some DirecTV receivers, game consoles, etc.)

paulcardoza wrote:
After struggling mightily with the WFR GO for many months, my advice would be to spend some extra $$$$ and buya Cradlepoint MBR1400. It will do more than you'll ever need, but it does it perfectly, without the need to tinker and struggle to keep a good internet connection!

My GO is in a box in the closet. I'm not sure why, but I can't bring myself to put it in the dumpster.