Virgin Media WiFi Boosting Tips and More

ByGraeme WiFi

One of the most frustrating issues to deal with in a home or office is poor WiFi signal. The good news is that there are many simple ways to improve your WiFi signal without investing too much money. 

In this article, we will share 5 tips for improving your WiFi signal and making sure it reaches every corner of your house.

Previously we looked at 5 annoying Virgin Media WiFi Problems that you might be experiencing, so be sure to check it out if you don’t find what you are looking for here.

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WiFi issues? Read this article

Quick WiFi Fixes to Try First

Before you slog through our whole article, be sure to read some quick tips below!

Location: Wireless signal in your home is not as good when there is a solid object such as a wall or furniture. This means you need to put the modem away from the walls.

Range: If you have WiFi problems, it is good to know that there are many ways to fix them. One way is power line adapters. This is good for larger homes because it may help your signal and everyone can get on the internet.

Other devices in your home: Your WiFi might be having problems because of other things like a baby monitor. The WiFi signal can be affected by these things. Keep your modem away from them.

Interference from external sources: If your WiFi is in the same room as a wireless modem, you should reboot the router to see if that fixes it. To do this, turn off the power to the modem and then turn it back on.

What’s the issue: My internet connection or with my WiFi?

It’s possible that your Internet is working just fine, but your WiFi isn’t getting a strong signal. This is caused by WiFi issues, which we highlight here.

The problem could be with your home’s layout, or that the WiFi signal is being disrupted by devices in close proximity. It may also be a result of too many people on one network at once (perhaps when you’re hosting guests).

If there are other wireless networks nearby, this can interfere with the strength of yours and make

If your WiFi is working well, yet your internet is still performing poorly, then it might be a problem with your Internet connection.

There are many reasons you might have bad WiFi signal. If the WiFi is overloaded, your device may switch to whichever channel has less traffic. For example, it can only support as few devices as 2.4 GHz when there are interference with 5 GHz that supports more devices.

This is a common problem for people who live close to each other. For example, if you live in an apartment complex with many routers and devices.

You could also just have a dead zone, something interfering with your WiFi signal, or poor coverage throughout your home. Consult our guide to speeding up your WiFi and getting a better signal for more tips.

If you have a larger home or yard and need better WiFi coverage, consider getting a mesh WiFi system that provides multiple base stations you can place around your home or property.

What makes my WiFi signal weak when I use Virgin Media?

You may not know that there are many things that can make your WiFi on Virgin Media not work the way it should.

You might not get a good WiFi signal in your home if there are things that can affect it, like solid walls.

If you try to move your router, it might help your signal.

If you have already tried that and are still having trouble, we have a few more things for you to try. Do not use your router on the floor.

Place your phone or tablet high up on a desk. The signal will reach to the top of the device, and you can see it from any place in one room.

Keep all obstacles such as furniture at least two feet away from the router.

Avoid using electronics close  to your router.

If you are using a phone or tablet that is connected to WiFi, try moving it into another room where the signal strength is stronger.

Be sure to update firmware on your devices as well! This minor change can make a big difference in how fast and reliable your WiFi connection will be for all of the people

What can I do to make my WiFi signal stronger when I use Virgin Media?

You may not realize it but there are many things that negatively affect the way your WiFi works on your Virgin Media broadband connection.

Wall surfaces, heavy appliances and metal structures can all impair your WiFi signal.

One potential solution is to move your router, as moving it can often improve WiFi signal strength.

Weak WiFi signal problems can happen with Virgin Media, especially if you have an older Virgin Media router. Weak WiFi signals can be fixed by changing a few settings on your router, but now more than ever people are looking to upgrade their Virgin Media Hub to the Hub 5.

We want to start with the basics. If it seems like we are getting into too much detail, that’s okay.

If you have tried a lot and it does not work, we will help you figure out what to do.

Below are some of the things that you can also try.

Let your Virgin Media Broadband router breathe

We know that your home is important. You want it to look nice. It’s no surprise that some people put their electronic devices away, like the TV and the computer.

Here are some basic guidelines about where not to place your router.

  • Do not put your router in the closet
  • Do not put your router behind other furniture
  • Do not put your router under anything
  • Do not put your router behind electronic devices
  • Do not put your router in the ceiling

You might not want to see your router, but it can be hard to find good places where you can hide it AND still have it work properly.

Some people have success by placing their router on the floor in a more central location in the home.

This is typically best if you are using a low-speed broadband service because signals from routers that are higher up

Your WiFi radio inside the router does not have the strength, or ‘gain’ to blast its way through obstacles in its way.

If you want your WiFi transmission to work well, make sure your router is not trapped in a corner.

WiFi needs to be out in the open, and it needs to be facing the center of the room. It also needs to face towards your other devices.

You will need space for your Virgin Media Broadband router. This is so you can get a better WiFi signal.

A WiFi router needs to be in a place where there are no other devices that send signals. This is so they can work best. If you have things that transmit signals, you need to give your router space and make sure it is not near them.

If you have your router near some electrical boxes or high voltage wires, then it might cause interference. You need to move the router as soon as possible.

You need to make sure there is at least one meter between your router and any other electronic device. That includes TV’s, sound bars, gaming consoles, and cordless phones.

Even if your other devices do not have WiFi enabled transmission channels that operate in the 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz spectrum they can still cause interference.

Put your router in the correct spot

Another important part of your WiFi setup is the location where you put it.

Placing the WiFi radio inside the router horizontally means that when it lies on its side, then the signal will beam across the floor or ceiling which is not ideal for your network users.

Placing the router upright does limit your options about where you can place it, but you need to ensure that it is in the optimal operating position if you want to improve your WiFi in your home.

Keep your router up to date

It doesn’t happen often, but occasionally there are instances where a firmware upgrade on your router can help with the WiFi radio and settings.

These settings can help you to fine tune the way that your router sends and receives WiFi signal.

It also helps you to close any loopholes that are open on your router from a security perspective, so be sure to log into your router and look for any pending updates that need to be run on your router.

Choose a good password that is hard to guess

Complex passwords are hard to remember, but that doesn’t mean that you should make it easy for someone to get onto your WiFi network. Use a password that is not easy to guess, like your favorite food or sports team.

Sometimes, people might join your WiFi network without asking. This will not affect the strength of the signal, but it will make the internet much slower if they abuse your connection.

Your WiFi speed will be slower if someone is downloading files or streaming videos.

Scan your WiFi channels

There are eleven WiFi channels that you can select on your router. They help avoid interference and signal conflicts.

The default channel for your router might be set to Channel 11 and this is a good place to start.

You can scan the free channels using the Wireless Diagnostics tool on Virgin Media’s website, or alternatively you could use an app like WiFi Analyzer which allows you to see what other devices are connected to reach your WiFi network.

This will allow you to check if there are any nearby neighbours that have started using one of these channels – although it doesn’t mean they’ll stay in range forever!

If all appears clear then changing your channel should give better signal strength inside as well as outside of your home (if applicable).

If you want to configure your router and look at fixing some potential WiFi problems with your Virgin Media connection then check out our guide here. 

Wrapping Up: What Did We Do to Fix Your WiFi

Today we learned how to make your internet faster without spending a lot of money. We made suggestions that just involve moving things around and waiting.

There are not many sites that talk about Virgin Media WiFi problems. Our site has talked about how to solve this problem, so we hope it helps you.

Today, we learned how to make the internet faster. There are many suggestions that do not cost a lot of money. For example, you can move things around and wait. We also talked about how to solve Virgin Media WiFi problems on our site, so hopefully it helps you too.

Virgin Media Broadband Internet and VPN settings are difficult to set up. We have blogs on how to do that. If you think you might be having VPN blocking, then check out our related blogs too. Configuring a router is easy and saves time when it’s done right away.

Good luck and we hope your WiFi is now well and truly sorted!!

FAQ

Can I get a free WiFi booster from Virgin Media?

VIRGIN Media is upgrading your home WiFi for free - giving you faster speeds throughout the house. The Connect app lets you order WiFi boosters if you find deadspots in your home.

How can I boost my virgin WiFi signal?

Your Hub shouldn't be hidden away. Reboot after switching channels.

Does Virgin Supply WiFi booster?

Any room in your house can receive an improved signal with our plug-in boosters. Two plug-in WiFi boosters are available to Virgin Media customers to help them improve their WiFi signal.

How do I get Virgin Media Booster?

It involves downloading the app, linking it to your Hub 3, checking your house for dead spots, and if you find any, you're entitled to a free booster (if you have the Full House package or higher).

What Wi-Fi boosters do Virgin use?

Those with Virgin Media subscriptions already know that they can buy a Powerline Adapter from Virgin directly. We strongly recommend the EX6120 Wifi Range Extender from NETGEAR if you prefer a third-party option.

Graeme is a CompTIA and Microsoft Certified IT professional with an interest in computers, cybersecurity, internet technologies, WiFi routers, and Internet Service Providers. He is highly knowledgeable and has over 20 years of experience working in the industry and has written for places such as CBT Nuggets, InfoSec, and Engineering.com.