Hey all, long time lurker here.
I am trying to decide on a new router for my house. Here is my situation:
Currently I have a D-Link DIR-615 (C1).
We are looking for something for standard internet surfing, and streaming video.
We have the following devices using wireless (in order of use):
1. Insignia NS-WBRDVD Wifi Blu-Ray Player (mostly used for Netflix)
2. HP Dm1z laptop connected to TV - We use this for Hulu and Amazon video, as well as occasionally Youtube videos or other streaming sites (church sermons and whatnot). Also used for Skype.
3. HTC Droid Incredible 2
4. Motorola Droid X
5. Asus EEE PC 1000HE netbook
6. Asus TF300t tablet
7. Two Ipod Touch 4th gens
8. Xbox 360 S
9. Kindle 3rd gen (wifi - only)
Now, AFAIK, all of these only work on the 2.4 Ghz band, so there is no ability to use dual-band, unfortunately. We live in a two story townhouse with metal framing, and according to the WiFi analyzer app on my cell phone, there are a lot of networks around us. Not too mention garage doors, microwaves, cordless phones, etc. Oh well.
I am not opposed to a dual-band router, especially if it lasts a long time, because some day we may have devices that can make use of that. But for now, I think it is most likely just an additional expense.
Also, we will be moving in under a year, so who knows what the new place will be like in terms of construction, layout, etc.
Would something with multiple antennae help?
What router would you recommend that is up-to-date, reliable, has IPv6 support, does very well on the 2.4ghz band (both range and speed), includes ethernet ports (preferably gigabit), and costs less than $100? If I had $115, I would probably buy the Asus RT-n56u, so the higher the cost, the higher the performance would need to be to justify it.
I am okay with refurbs, etc. Also okay with putting DD-WRT on something if needed.
Thanks in advance!
I am trying to decide on a new router for my house. Here is my situation:
Currently I have a D-Link DIR-615 (C1).
We are looking for something for standard internet surfing, and streaming video.
We have the following devices using wireless (in order of use):
1. Insignia NS-WBRDVD Wifi Blu-Ray Player (mostly used for Netflix)
2. HP Dm1z laptop connected to TV - We use this for Hulu and Amazon video, as well as occasionally Youtube videos or other streaming sites (church sermons and whatnot). Also used for Skype.
3. HTC Droid Incredible 2
4. Motorola Droid X
5. Asus EEE PC 1000HE netbook
6. Asus TF300t tablet
7. Two Ipod Touch 4th gens
8. Xbox 360 S
9. Kindle 3rd gen (wifi - only)
Now, AFAIK, all of these only work on the 2.4 Ghz band, so there is no ability to use dual-band, unfortunately. We live in a two story townhouse with metal framing, and according to the WiFi analyzer app on my cell phone, there are a lot of networks around us. Not too mention garage doors, microwaves, cordless phones, etc. Oh well.
I am not opposed to a dual-band router, especially if it lasts a long time, because some day we may have devices that can make use of that. But for now, I think it is most likely just an additional expense.
Also, we will be moving in under a year, so who knows what the new place will be like in terms of construction, layout, etc.
Would something with multiple antennae help?
What router would you recommend that is up-to-date, reliable, has IPv6 support, does very well on the 2.4ghz band (both range and speed), includes ethernet ports (preferably gigabit), and costs less than $100? If I had $115, I would probably buy the Asus RT-n56u, so the higher the cost, the higher the performance would need to be to justify it.
I am okay with refurbs, etc. Also okay with putting DD-WRT on something if needed.
Thanks in advance!
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