New "N" Router - DD-WRT Firmware Recommendations

[Mrwirez]

Hello, I'm new here. I found this site by searching for networking help.. and it was also recommended by my work buddy.

I am currently building a home network for audio and video storage and streaming [server]. I suppose the best place to start would be with a new router. Cable is just TOO EXPENSIVE now.

I have been using an old Linksys WRT-54GS v1.0 for 10 years with great success. However, I need more speed and and my "G" band is very crowded around here. I have installed DD-WRT firmware for all of it's extra goodies. I will continue to use my WRT-54GS as a repeater on the 2.4 GHz band.

Here is my question: I'm looking for an new 802.11 N router with most of the bells and whistles, backward compatible, and DD-WRT ready

I have found some manufacturers have changed from Broadcom and Atheros chips to a Marvell Processor [Cisco-Linksys E4200 v2]. DD-WRT is NOT supported by Marvel chips. Any and All Suggestions Welcome.

P.S. I find the dd-wrt forums, convoluted, hard to use, and too many differing opinions.

Thanks for any input. Mrwirez

 

[stevech]

did you consider power line HPNA and/or MoCA?
WiFi is really the last resort for immobile devices.

Today's good WiFi routers have so many features, the case for DD-WRT isn't strong.