Evaluating whether upgrading the ISP-provided router is beneficial depends on your specific needs and usage patterns.
Evaluating whether upgrading the ISP-provided router is beneficial depends on your specific needs and usage patterns.
My configuration is straightforward—I connected my XPS 13 to an RTX 2070 via Thunderbolt, and everything functions smoothly. For internet, I simply plugged an Ethernet cable into the dock, which performed exceptionally well. I reside in a two-story apartment; my Wi-Fi router and laptop dock are on the first floor, while my bedroom is on the second. My internet connection drops significantly on the second floor. I tried upgrading my router, but it didn’t resolve the issue. I’m considering satellite options and haven’t made a decision yet. I receive roughly the speed I pay for on the first floor, around 10 Mbps. If you purchase a satellite router combo from Amazon, will it provide better speeds on my first floor as well?
You already understand what you need, right? Sometimes ISP routers have problems too—like freezing or struggling with many devices—or they might miss features you’d like. That’s different, and only worth considering alternatives if you’re facing those specific issues.
I previously built custom PFsense machines as my routers. After moving in with Gigabit FiOS, I used the built-in router for now, planning to replace it later. In reality, I don’t need much beyond occasional tinkering. My connections offer 850-900Mb/s upload and download on wired devices, which is more than sufficient for my needs. Port forwarding functions smoothly without any problems.