I have just connected a new Id to my main MC (20) PC. Seems to work fine hard-wired and via WIFI close to my cable company-supplied router. I am now trying out the connection in a remote part of my home where I would "hope" to avoid fishing CAT6 cabling if possible. However, I do want to maximize sound quality in delivering and reproducing HiRes files.
So far in the remote location, the Id WiFi meter is reading between 59-65% wifi strength. The audio quality SEEMS to be excellent with no apparent drop-outs thus far. BUT... I am not sure what else I am looking for in evaluating quality level (OR .. what I may be missing!). I have read elsewhere that stronger home routers (by Apple, Netgear Nighthawk, ASUS, etc) could substantially improve the signal strength. But are they likely to improve HiRes performance. If so, I am willing to purchase and try-out -- but would appreciate opinions. (I am willing to hardwire Cat6 if the added benefit is real.)
Thanks, all.
wdesbrow