Setup is easy, too, as you just need to plug the outdoor extender into an outlet and mount it to a wall. If it's any consolation, Netgear Orbi produces some of the best mesh systems out there. The major downside is that it's only compatible with an Orbi mesh Wi-Fi router. The Netgear Orbi Outdoor is a tri-band extender that performed well at over 200 feet when CNET tested it. The highest rating is IP69, which means it's totally protected against dust and can withstand long periods of immersion underwater. The IP rating defines the device's weather-resistance, mainly against dust and water. Next, check the packaging's ingress protection rating and the temperature range the device can withstand. There aren't a ton of wireless extenders designed for the outdoors, but a few notable manufacturers are Netgear, Ubiquiti, EnGenius and Hawking. The first step is to find an extender that's compatible with your current router, or you can buy a new router and extender to upgrade your entire network. Netgear's Orbi Outdoor is a viable option for extending Wi-Fi outdoors, but it can be pricey. (And for more Wi-Fi tips, check out why your router may be in the wrong spot, and our home internet cheat sheet.) It can be tricky, but with the right hardware, you'll be streaming video while enjoying your garden or posting pics to social media from your front yard in no time. With the increasing number of outdoor smart devices - including lighting, security cameras and garage door openers - you need to be able to extend your Wi-Fi beyond your home's exterior walls. You can move your router as close to your yard or front porch as your Ethernet cable will take you, but that won't always solve the problem. It's great to seamlessly connect your Wi-Fi to devices throughout your home, but frustration often starts the moment you try to connect your Wi-Fi network to a device outside - especially annoying if you're trying to connect a laptop and projector or a big-screen TV for the Big Game on Sunday. This story is part of Home Tips, CNET's collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out.

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