Need some router recommendations?
Need some router recommendations?
I believe I should purchase the R9000. I located it for 390 on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-Nighthawk...hthawk+x10
Gigabit cable internet requires a Docsis 3.1 modem. A Docsis 3.0 modem won't function.
I just want to bring this up. Wireless gigabit transmission is quite challenging. You can definitely surpass wired speeds, but don’t assume a $400 router will deliver 1 Gbps wirelessly. Also, most laptops cap around 868 Mbps at 5 GHz, which in practice is significantly lower—especially for phones and tablets. If you need true gigabit performance on the device itself, consider using Ethernet cables. Also, check out https://www.smallnetbuilder.com/ for detailed router performance data and other metrics.
At high speeds I use wired connections, I have two PCs and a PS4 all wired. The PS4 and two plume pods are linked via a switch. Anything on Wi-Fi doesn’t really matter much. Only devices that might reach around 200Mbps—like my smart TV and streaming gear such as Roku or Blu Ray—work well for me.
Your Synology RT2600 AC appears to function well. Consider consulting more experienced professionals such as Ubiquti for advanced support.
If you're referring to the 802.11AD device, then no. Operating at 60 GHz won't work through anything, let alone cardboard as Linus encountered during his experiments. I only endorse products I've bought myself. The Synlolgy model is straightforward to operate and performs well. I also notice many recommendations for Ubiquti solutions and PFense setups. Ultimately, it depends on your goals—what streaming do you need? SD, HD, UHD? Any other services? Pandora, Steam, etc. Then choose what fits your requirements. You should also think about the number of active devices and their usage patterns. While I have numerous gadgets, not all are consistently connected or heavily internet-dependent. Many entry-level routers aren't designed for power users with many heavy connections. Your setup matters too—consider how WiFi performs in your space. Personally, I don’t see much value in Triple or Quad band routers; they seem like marketing fluff. If you need to connect many devices, look for a robust wireless access point capable of managing that load. You’ll want something supporting Gigabit speeds for true wired performance. For Wi-Fi, a solid Ethernet adapter should suffice. With my setup—Roku stick, two fire sticks, smart TVs, desktop, multiple phones, Kindle, Chromebook, and sometimes two laptops—I’ve managed smoothly. On wired connections, I streamed YouTube and my dad used PS Viewer without issues. My old DLink DIR 835 also worked fine under similar conditions, though I upgraded it recently for security reasons; it never received updates.
The WiFi isn't crucial; they require a much higher uplink speed than GbE (over 1000Mbit). Their connection is quicker than the capabilities of standard GbE (1100Mbit).
The R9000 supports a 10GbE uplink and is built for FTTP installations. Adjustments might be needed initially, but it should work for such configurations.