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    LAN design for maximum reliability in AV Systems

    Thanks again for the replys. I am going to go ahead and configure this initially with Vlans on the Araknis 300 managed switch. Setting separate Vlans for the Tivos and Sonos. The Tivos are connected via Ethernet although Tivo prefers Moca but thats not an option. Ill initially do this on one...
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    LAN design for maximum reliability in AV Systems

    Thanks for the replies. This is for an AV integrator whose business is installing large av systems. So this network design is something he wishes to standardize on for all installations as most of his contracts are similar in scope and functionality . He also provides ongoing support with...
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    Netgear Nighthawk AC1900 DST Router (R7300)

    The DST router is an R7000 with a power line adapter built in as you know. When I was briefed on the product I asked about firmware. The answer was that R7000 firmware should work but couldn't guarantee 100% of the time. I would say give it a try if you are adventurous. You can always revert...
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    LAN design for maximum reliability in AV Systems

    I am working with a company that does AV systems integration in the residential space. I was asked to look into a standard network design for them. The systems they build contain a mix of video components (primarily TiVo units) and a mix of audio components (primarily Sonos components which...
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    Netgear R8000 and dd-wrt

    I will assume your tablet is connecting to the 5ghz band which is where SmartConnect operates. SmartConnect may just not work well with your tablet. It may be causing switching from the low to high channel or vis a versa that causes your tablet to drop. Some devices dont do well with this...
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    DD-WRT Kong Mod for R8500 Now available

    MyOpenRouter is now listing the Kong Mod DD-WRT as available.. Here is the link to download it if you are interested. http://myopenrouter.com/download?utm_content=December2015&utm_campaign=Newsletter1&utm_source=Marketing%20Email&utm_term=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email Bob Silver Netgear...
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    What's with 5ghz? Nothing I own uses it...

    The latest R7000 firmware V1.0.6.28_1.1.83 has a new function called Smart Connect. If you enable this it will automatically place devices on the best band. Either 2.4 or 5ghz. It also makes the SSID's the same for both bands so you only see one. I been using it with my IOS devices and can...
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    AC WAP recommendation

    Well I just had this conversation about why there havnt been MESH solutions offered with Netgear at CES. Their explanation was that in the evolution on consumer wireless adoption it hadnt been a requirement. Range Extenders are much less expensive to purchase then a MESH system would be. And...
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    AC WAP recommendation

    Well forget MESH. Nothing out there today that is shipping that is a true MESH network. Later this year we should hear more about this. Netgear offers 2 AC based AP/Repeater models. The EX6100 AC750 and the EX7000 AC1900. These are units that can operate in either AP mode or repeater mode...
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    Wireless router choice

    The R7500 you are seeing are Version 1 units which are being discounted. The R7500 had a rocky start when it came out. It was the First unit with its technology and the firmware needed to be refined. Those issues have since been resolved. It is now stable and works well. I used one as my...
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    R7000 Port Scan and Do$ Protection interfers with remote service functions

    I recently put my R7000 in service as my router to test the new firmware V1.0.6.28_1.1.83 with Smart Connect and the Arlo functionality. I have several ports I forward in my home for media, home control, IP cameras etc. After installation of the R7000 while out of home I found I was able to...
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    Netgear EX6150 Range Extender? Does this work like a repeater?

    Might I suggest you look at the Netgear EX6100. The EX6100 is a Range Extender/ Repeater but can also be used as an Access Point which is the preferred way of signal extension. An AP requires a hard wire connect to your network but avoids any of the performance hits all repeaters suffer from...
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    Difference in performance between Airport Extreme and R8500

    Ive requested that Netgear Guy (from the Netgear sub forum) reach out to you. Bob
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    Difference in performance between Airport Extreme and R8500

    This is the response from Netgear Product Team regarding WAN througput " the R8500 supports PPPoE over CTF, so the PPPoE throughput should measure over 900 Mbps, ie., max of 1 Gbps can be supported. However if the user has enabled the traffic meter this will disable CTF, so would cause an...
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    Difference in performance between Airport Extreme and R8500

    Is the issue you cant get internet speeds above 400mbs or local wifi speeds above 400mbs? The WAN port only affect your internet speeds. Few isps provide anything near that. I can confirm wifi speeds well above 400mbs from my R8500 in AP mode. Bob Silver Netgear Networking Advisor
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    Nighthawk R7000 Firmware v1.0.5.48 now available

    Netgear just release an updated firmware for the R7000 adding new features and capabilities. The new version v1.0.5.48 is now available. VPN Support- Secure Remote Access: Securely access your home network anytime, anywhere from your PC or Mac computer, and now from your favorite Android or...
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    Nighthawk X8- R8500 Tri Band Quad Stream WiFi Router

    Maybe not Tim. This was I recall hearing from a product briefing a few months back. Let me check with them for a current date. Bob Silver Netgear Networking Advisor
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    Nighthawk X8- R8500 Tri Band Quad Stream WiFi Router

    The MU-MIMO firmware will be enabled early 2016 according to product management. Bob Silver Netgear Networking Advisor
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    Nighthawk X8- R8500 Tri Band Quad Stream WiFi Router

    The R8500 will not have greater range then the R7000. I just swapped an R7000 in AP mode with the R8500. Seeing the same range as before. Where the R8500 should have better range is in receiving lower power signals from clients such as phones, tablets etc. This is a hard one to pinpoint. It...
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    which netgear ac router is better for a very big house the nighthawk x6 or x8

    Another option is a new product package that Netgear is offering through Best Buy which includes an R7000 with built in Powerline and a Powerline Access Point (which they call DST Dead Spot Terminator). In my experience if you have a large home you will get best coverage by use of a router and...
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