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Two APs with same SSID



Dear all,
Apologies in advance for this noob question, but, what is the best setup for having two APs on with the same SSID? I have two separate floors and have the issue that the devices downstairs 'hang onto' the APs upstairs, resulting in a bad signal.
Is there any standard way to avoid this?
I currently have this device upstairs:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/business-networking/ceiling-mount-access-point/eap225-wall/
And this one downstairs:
https://www.conrad.com/p/devolo-business-solutions-wifi-pro-1200i-poe-wi-fi-access-point-12-gbps-24-ghz-5-ghz-1426120
The one upstairs is newer and was thinking of simply getting a second one, replacing the one downstairs in the hope of solving the problem.
i could also get a 'controller' but understand that might be overkill for two devices.
so, in summary, is there any way of dealing with the 'handover' effectively between APs?
Thanks in advance for any hints.
Apologies in advance for this noob question, but, what is the best setup for having two APs on with the same SSID? I have two separate floors and have the issue that the devices downstairs 'hang onto' the APs upstairs, resulting in a bad signal.
Is there any standard way to avoid this?
I currently have this device upstairs:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/business-networking/ceiling-mount-access-point/eap225-wall/
And this one downstairs:
https://www.conrad.com/p/devolo-business-solutions-wifi-pro-1200i-poe-wi-fi-access-point-12-gbps-24-ghz-5-ghz-1426120
The one upstairs is newer and was thinking of simply getting a second one, replacing the one downstairs in the hope of solving the problem.
i could also get a 'controller' but understand that might be overkill for two devices.
so, in summary, is there any way of dealing with the 'handover' effectively between APs?
Thanks in advance for any hints.
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Apologies in advance for this noob question, but, what is the best setup for having two APs on with the same SSID? I have two separate floors and have the issue that the devices downstairs 'hang onto' the APs upstairs, resulting in a bad signal.
Is there any standard way to avoid this?
I currently have this device upstairs:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/business-networking/ceiling-mount-access-point/eap225-wall/
And this one downstairs:
https://www.conrad.com/p/devolo-business-solutions-wifi-pro-1200i-poe-wi-fi-access-point-12-gbps-24-ghz-5-ghz-1426120
The one upstairs is newer and was thinking of simply getting a second one, replacing the one downstairs in the hope of solving the problem.
i could also get a 'controller' but understand that might be overkill for two devices.
so, in summary, is there any way of dealing with the 'handover' effectively between APs?
Thanks in advance for any hints.
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/wifi-roaming-sensitivity-aggressiveness
Fully agree with the Mesh solution, which may be better all around. Many of the mesh routers will adjust the strength to minimize overlap, which makes it easier for your device to switch.
Hopefully, this helps.
David
For the record - seamless roaming is not limited to WiFi only - it's what enables cellular service to work without dropping calls as you roam between cell towers.
I currently have 7 access points - 3 ceiling mount, 2 in-wall, a mesh point and an outdoor. Average coverage across the house is -48 dB and the 2.4ghz only uses channels 1, 6 and 11 - power balanced to avoid interference - and seamless roaming hand-off enabled.
Each AP broadcasts 2 SSID - a user SSID and a GUEST SSID, plus a 3rd 'hidden' SSID for IoT - each with a separate VLAN.
I'm using the wrong terminology. I meant to say APs, not routers.
I am in the process of getting a bridge configuration to link my father-n-law's house across the street and provide internet
I currently have multiple VLAN - user, IoT, guest, - 279 devices on the network 7 switches, 7 AP, a gateway - simple with a controller.