Systems and methods executable by a home based media distribution system for preserving the continuity of a video transmission following a WiFi disconnect include transmitting a media stream via a wireless access point associated with a wireless client; receiving a disconnect report from the access point; in response to the disconnect report, diverting the media stream to a digital video recorder (DVR); receiving a reconnect report from the access point; and automatically resuming the media stream from the point when the disconnect occurred.