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Check available upgrades for your router and consider newer models with improved features.

Check available upgrades for your router and consider newer models with improved features.

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eatmyp0wder
Junior Member
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01-09-2023, 11:03 PM
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You're facing issues with your current fibre connection, despite a fast speed of 300 Mbps. The default router seems to be underperforming, causing lag, high ping, and even streaming problems. You've changed the router multiple times over the past year, but the problem persists. It appears the issue might be with the router itself rather than your internet service. You're considering upgrading to a custom router like the Asus RT-88U or Asus ROG Rapture GT-AC 5300, and even thinking about future-proofing with a 2Gbps connection. I'd appreciate more suggestions on other routers if you'd like. Thanks!
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eatmyp0wder
01-09-2023, 11:03 PM #1

You're facing issues with your current fibre connection, despite a fast speed of 300 Mbps. The default router seems to be underperforming, causing lag, high ping, and even streaming problems. You've changed the router multiple times over the past year, but the problem persists. It appears the issue might be with the router itself rather than your internet service. You're considering upgrading to a custom router like the Asus RT-88U or Asus ROG Rapture GT-AC 5300, and even thinking about future-proofing with a 2Gbps connection. I'd appreciate more suggestions on other routers if you'd like. Thanks!

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Meowables
Senior Member
608
01-10-2023, 02:41 AM
#2
For those kinds of speeds, it’s wise to go past basic consumer networking gear and explore deeper options to fully utilize them. While I haven’t used any of their products personally, Ubiquiti is frequently praised on this forum. It’s best to seek guidance from someone more experienced in network design than I am.
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Meowables
01-10-2023, 02:41 AM #2

For those kinds of speeds, it’s wise to go past basic consumer networking gear and explore deeper options to fully utilize them. While I haven’t used any of their products personally, Ubiquiti is frequently praised on this forum. It’s best to seek guidance from someone more experienced in network design than I am.

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Falcore_
Member
73
01-10-2023, 10:25 PM
#3
These are the types of devices you're asking about. They can connect via wireless or wired connections, and their availability might vary depending on the time of day. You wouldn't want to upgrade to 2G unless you need to download frequently.
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Falcore_
01-10-2023, 10:25 PM #3

These are the types of devices you're asking about. They can connect via wireless or wired connections, and their availability might vary depending on the time of day. You wouldn't want to upgrade to 2G unless you need to download frequently.

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Nivek360
Member
68
01-18-2023, 02:17 PM
#4
In OP's nation, prices could be very low. In Portugal, a 1Gbps fibre connection to the home is only 35€ per month, under any DSL option.
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Nivek360
01-18-2023, 02:17 PM #4

In OP's nation, prices could be very low. In Portugal, a 1Gbps fibre connection to the home is only 35€ per month, under any DSL option.

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TooFarAway
Member
63
01-18-2023, 03:05 PM
#5
Take it!
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TooFarAway
01-18-2023, 03:05 PM #5

Take it!

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Tstyle312
Junior Member
25
01-23-2023, 08:05 PM
#6
I'll avoid basic consumer equipment and focus on Prosumer or Enterprise options. Ubiquti works well as a beginning choice. Alternatively, you could develop your own router using PFSense.
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Tstyle312
01-23-2023, 08:05 PM #6

I'll avoid basic consumer equipment and focus on Prosumer or Enterprise options. Ubiquti works well as a beginning choice. Alternatively, you could develop your own router using PFSense.

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Marinated
Senior Member
666
01-25-2023, 05:57 AM
#7
They're moving to a wireless setup since the router is in the living room and my room is roughly three walls away.
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Marinated
01-25-2023, 05:57 AM #7

They're moving to a wireless setup since the router is in the living room and my room is roughly three walls away.

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DBirdy808
Member
222
01-25-2023, 07:32 AM
#8
Regarding 1Gbps internet speed, would a consumer-grade router remain a good option? Since I live in Singapore and have access to various brands like Asus, TP-Link, Netgear, etc., I’m not an expert on professional or enterprise models. I’d prefer a consumer model for this upgrade. In this case, would you still suggest the Asus routers I mentioned or other brands? Thank you!
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DBirdy808
01-25-2023, 07:32 AM #8

Regarding 1Gbps internet speed, would a consumer-grade router remain a good option? Since I live in Singapore and have access to various brands like Asus, TP-Link, Netgear, etc., I’m not an expert on professional or enterprise models. I’d prefer a consumer model for this upgrade. In this case, would you still suggest the Asus routers I mentioned or other brands? Thank you!

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niclasdam
Member
175
02-01-2023, 10:12 PM
#9
If you switch to 1Gbps, I’d still suggest consumer-grade routers. Your choices like Asus remain practical.
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niclasdam
02-01-2023, 10:12 PM #9

If you switch to 1Gbps, I’d still suggest consumer-grade routers. Your choices like Asus remain practical.

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JeronimoYT
Senior Member
428
02-02-2023, 12:52 PM
#10
The focus is on locating a router capable of handling 1Gbps LAN to WAN performance. https://www.smallnetbuilder.com offers detailed metrics for this purpose. Even at 1Gbps, it’s likely better than consumer models. However, you might still discover a budget-friendly option that supports gigabit speeds.
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JeronimoYT
02-02-2023, 12:52 PM #10

The focus is on locating a router capable of handling 1Gbps LAN to WAN performance. https://www.smallnetbuilder.com offers detailed metrics for this purpose. Even at 1Gbps, it’s likely better than consumer models. However, you might still discover a budget-friendly option that supports gigabit speeds.

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