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I need a new router or modem, advice/help
Posted on 1/31/18 at 6:22 am
Posted on 1/31/18 at 6:22 am
I've had my current router and modem for 5 years and now I believe one of the two is dying. Lately my internet connection has been spotty and streaming via the tv has slowed, so I'm in the market.
Looking to spend no more than 150 on each, some house basics
- usually two laptops connected
- two cell phones
- Smart TV so we are always downloading and streaming content
- two Amazon Dot's
- also looking for something with a decent range since I have an outdoor tv that I use a Firestick in
What would you recommend? We have Charter internet and pay 75 a month currently, not sure which plan. Think one of the mid-range ones.
Previous router was Netgear N300... not sure on the modem.
Looking to spend no more than 150 on each, some house basics
- usually two laptops connected
- two cell phones
- Smart TV so we are always downloading and streaming content
- two Amazon Dot's
- also looking for something with a decent range since I have an outdoor tv that I use a Firestick in
What would you recommend? We have Charter internet and pay 75 a month currently, not sure which plan. Think one of the mid-range ones.
Previous router was Netgear N300... not sure on the modem.
This post was edited on 1/31/18 at 7:01 am
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Posted on 1/31/18 at 7:07 am to tduecen
Look at Ubiquity for router/access point, but you'll have to get separate router or switch and AP if you want wired and wireless. No modem with my internet service, so I have no specific recommendation.
Ubiquity Networks
Ubiquity store for direct purchase
Occasionally you can get better or equivalent prices from Amazon.
Ubiquity Networks
Ubiquity store for direct purchase
Occasionally you can get better or equivalent prices from Amazon.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 9:58 am to mdomingue
With the Ubiquiti products, you will need to dedicate one of your laptops and install the controller function. Can be a bit of a hassle, but solid products. I would recommend a UniFi AC PRO for your access point. Keep in mind, this is strictly an Access Point. You would still need to purchase a modem and router.
For your modem, I recommend Arris Surfboard $90
For your router, I recommend Netgear Router $65
Just turn off wifi capabilities on the router and let your UniFi AP do the wireless.
For your modem, I recommend Arris Surfboard $90
For your router, I recommend Netgear Router $65
Just turn off wifi capabilities on the router and let your UniFi AP do the wireless.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 10:44 am to mdomingue
Are ubiquity products great? YES
Are ubiquity access points a good recommendation for the OP?
No, the OP doesn't know which speed tier of internet, or specs of current equipment and you expect them to set an AP?
To the OP, it is possible that you can get good wifi coverage with any decent router. You could go to "the wirecutter" website for some reviews. It is also possible (my situation) that even with an expensive router you will still have issues/ deadspots. In my case I moved to a mesh system which solved my problems. Google wifi, Netgear Orbi, Plume and others works well. I chose Plume for the look and flexibility.
For the modem you should find out what your speed tier is called and consult your ISP's website for supported/required modems.
Are ubiquity access points a good recommendation for the OP?
No, the OP doesn't know which speed tier of internet, or specs of current equipment and you expect them to set an AP?
To the OP, it is possible that you can get good wifi coverage with any decent router. You could go to "the wirecutter" website for some reviews. It is also possible (my situation) that even with an expensive router you will still have issues/ deadspots. In my case I moved to a mesh system which solved my problems. Google wifi, Netgear Orbi, Plume and others works well. I chose Plume for the look and flexibility.
For the modem you should find out what your speed tier is called and consult your ISP's website for supported/required modems.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 10:45 am to 9th Green At 9
quote:
With the Ubiquiti products, you will need to dedicate one of your laptops and install the controller function. Can be a bit of a hassle, but solid products. I would recommend a UniFi AC PRO for your access point. Keep in mind, this is strictly an Access Point. You would still need to purchase a modem and router.
For your modem, I recommend Arris Surfboard $90
For your router, I recommend Netgear Router $65
Just turn off wifi capabilities on the router and let your UniFi AP do the wireless.
You could get the cloud key as a controller, I have the
Unifi AC Lite $89 with a Unifi Cloud Key controller $79.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 10:56 am to mdomingue
quote:Why would you use the cloud key if you are just using WiFI for your home? Do you do IT other businesses or something?
You could get the cloud key as a controller, I have the
Unifi AC Lite $89 with a Unifi Cloud Key controller $79.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 10:58 am to humblepie
quote:
Are ubiquity products great? YES
Are ubiquity access points a good recommendation for the OP?
No, the OP doesn't know which speed tier of internet, or specs of current equipment and you expect them to set an AP?
These are all valid points, I tend to assume most people can easily gain the knowledge they need for these tasks but I have been exposed to these types of equipment through work for a long time and forget many people don't have that knowledge and are somewhat intimidated.
OP, humblepie's advice is very good, particularly if you are inexperienced in dealing with Access points and such.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:02 am to 9th Green At 9
quote:
Why would you use the cloud key if you are just using WiFI for your home? Do you do IT other businesses or something?
I work away a lot, this is my first time using Ubiquity and I wanted to be able to access the system from outside my network. Not sure I needed to do that but it wasn't that expensive so I went for it and it functions as my controller for my network at home, simple as it is.
I'm not an IT guy but I played on at work decades ago
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:05 am to mdomingue
quote:It does work, but I just setup TeamViewer on my home PC along with the Ubiquiti Controller. Can access it wherever I need to
I work away a lot, this is my first time using Ubiquity and I wanted to be able to access the system from outside my network. Not sure I needed to do that but it wasn't that expensive so I went for it and it functions as my controller for my network at home, simple as it is.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:08 am to humblepie
quote:Completely agree. I have a $29 router I bought from Amazon 4 years ago and it covers my entire 1800sqft house.
To the OP, it is possible that you can get good wifi coverage with any decent router.
I have wifi shut off on it because I got a free UnIfi Pro like 2 years ago and that thing is really nice.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:14 am to 9th Green At 9
quote:One I have now was like 70 when I bought it, I notice though that when I am outside the signal strength can lack. House is 2300 sq ft, another 1k sq ft for my backroom where the TV is.
I have a $29 router I bought from Amazon 4 years ago and it covers my entire 1800sqft house.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:24 am to tduecen
Wifi coverage is a really finicky thing. You can sometimes get unexplained weak spots, etc. Other times it work great everywhere. My first couple houses I never had any issues but my current and previous house I had trouble getting reliable coverage that could support 4k streaming in a few places. Your mileage may vary of course.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 11:27 am to t00f
quote:Just my opinion, but I would never spend more than $50 for a home router
For $150 I would go with this
Posted on 1/31/18 at 12:14 pm to 9th Green At 9
quote:
It does work, but I just setup TeamViewer on my home PC along with the Ubiquiti Controller. Can access it wherever I need to
My wife is a wonderful woman but she has a few quirks, one is extraneous light and noises. So I opted not to have my home PC continuously running figuring this route would absolutely help maintain hormany in my household.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 1:19 pm to 9th Green At 9
quote:
For $150 I would go with this
Just my opinion, but I would never spend more than $50 for a home router
He said his budget was $150. Can you get decent wifi router for $5o for people like me who cut the cord, had directv now, and other streaming at the same time from other devices?
I have used other wifi solutions but until I got an AC1900 I had streaming issues.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 1:22 pm to t00f
quote:I have two fire TV's, 1 ROKU, 2 laptops, an iPad, and an Ecobee3. I never having streaming issues...EVER. And thats with a 30meg / 3meg ISP.
Can you get decent wifi router for $5o for people like me who cut the cord, had directv now, and other streaming at the same time from other devices?
Posted on 1/31/18 at 3:12 pm to 9th Green At 9
Yea one of my issues right now is the inability to do 4k content because the internet is not fast enough it seems. I checked my Charter account and I have Charter Ultra which is 100 MBPS a month. Yet playing 4k content will not happen, part of the issue I believe is the age of the router/modem. Plus we have more devices connected to it and pulling at the same time it seems.
Posted on 1/31/18 at 3:20 pm to tduecen
That should be plenty fast enough for 4k streaming.
They're above the price range you mentioned, but I'd look into a mesh system. They're supposed to do a better job than a standard router of prioritizing streams/access of various devices.
They're above the price range you mentioned, but I'd look into a mesh system. They're supposed to do a better job than a standard router of prioritizing streams/access of various devices.
Posted on 2/1/18 at 7:35 pm to The Spleen
Who knew this would be a pain in the arse, was looking on Newegg and they have so many that read similar
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