Apex jr update

[fishybizzness]

Hi. I have an apex jr that needs updating. The unit is too far from my router to run a cable directly to the apex. I currently have it hooked up to a wifi extender. Can i update using the extender or do I have to unhook everything and do the update with the unit hooked directly into the router? Thanks for the help!

 

[homer1475]

Best to get it hooked up with an cable to the router. Never, Never do updates over wifi.

Ask me how I know.......

 

[fishybizzness]

Lol. Thanks for the reply

 

[45ZoaGarden]

Depends on how good your internet is. I run mine through WiFi without an issue. I do have a 2016 brain though so that could contribute.

 

[fishybizzness]

I also have an apex el on my 120. I also have it hooked up to my wifi extender because I find that it gives me a more reliable connection than through wifi. My main concern is will it be a problem running the update while it is hooked up to the wifi extender.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Direct to Ethernet is best

 

[SuncrestReef]

Neptune recommends no wireless anywhere in the path from your computer to the Apex. You can get a 100 foot Ethernet cable for $20.

 

[fishybizzness]

I wouldn't want any issues so I guess I'll be buying a long cable.