How to: Overclock and Amplify a Linksys Wi-Fi Router
The Linksys WRT54GL WI-fI router is a dream to upgrade, it’s capable of running third-party firmware and boosting up its signal. Over at Instructable a user shows how to go all out on the router with extended antennas, fan-cooled overclocking, and the DD-WRT interface.
This hack is really meant for the person who likes to tinker with electronics and not afraid to open the blue box or install heatsinks. Author NostalgicStone gives you ample warnings before jumping into this hack, and for very good reason: there are risks involved. Not to mention there is the PC fan running on top of the router for additional cooling, if you have to keep it in plain view it can be an ugly sight. That’s right you guessed it, this hack is meant for that person who lacks Wi-Fi in particular areas of the house, or maybe a small motel where you need a larger signal footprint.
Check out the link for the full step by step guide. Please share any similar router upgrades you’ve performed or have seen in the comments.
[Check out the Guide here over at Instructables] via Lifehacker
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