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Searching for a router compatible with the Steam Link connection.

Searching for a router compatible with the Steam Link connection.

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PicoChoco
Junior Member
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03-26-2020, 02:03 AM
#1
You're looking for a budget-friendly router focused on streaming games via Steam Link to your phone or TV. Consider models designed for gaming performance and reliable connectivity, keeping costs around $100.
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PicoChoco
03-26-2020, 02:03 AM #1

You're looking for a budget-friendly router focused on streaming games via Steam Link to your phone or TV. Consider models designed for gaming performance and reliable connectivity, keeping costs around $100.

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ItsTimeBomb
Member
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03-27-2020, 12:14 AM
#2
The Steam Link performs optimally via Ethernet when available.
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ItsTimeBomb
03-27-2020, 12:14 AM #2

The Steam Link performs optimally via Ethernet when available.

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Jean_Lou
Member
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03-27-2020, 01:34 AM
#3
Using a wired Ethernet connection ensures optimal performance and stability.
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Jean_Lou
03-27-2020, 01:34 AM #3

Using a wired Ethernet connection ensures optimal performance and stability.

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_Skroutz_
Junior Member
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03-27-2020, 03:02 AM
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Choose an access point instead, such as the Ubiquiti AP AC Lite, and position it where your devices have a clear view of it—ideally with a direct line of sight. This works well if you don’t have an Ethernet cable reaching your TV.
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_Skroutz_
03-27-2020, 03:02 AM #4

Choose an access point instead, such as the Ubiquiti AP AC Lite, and position it where your devices have a clear view of it—ideally with a direct line of sight. This works well if you don’t have an Ethernet cable reaching your TV.

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Haamuh
Member
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03-28-2020, 05:22 AM
#5
If Ethernet were available to everyone, this discussion likely wouldn't have started.
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Haamuh
03-28-2020, 05:22 AM #5

If Ethernet were available to everyone, this discussion likely wouldn't have started.

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FunkyEx
Member
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03-28-2020, 07:01 AM
#6
+1 for this. Also, I use mine on 802.11N at 5GHz about as far as possible from the router and the experience is great. There is additional lag, becuase WiFi, but the games I play on my TV dont really has a big input lag sensitivity (party games mostly). Leaving it on the "Balanced" quality does introduce artifacts and other visual unpleasantness. but I can run on High Quality just fine, save for a frame drop every 10 mins. or so. If you have strong WiFi, there is no reason not to use it.
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FunkyEx
03-28-2020, 07:01 AM #6

+1 for this. Also, I use mine on 802.11N at 5GHz about as far as possible from the router and the experience is great. There is additional lag, becuase WiFi, but the games I play on my TV dont really has a big input lag sensitivity (party games mostly). Leaving it on the "Balanced" quality does introduce artifacts and other visual unpleasantness. but I can run on High Quality just fine, save for a frame drop every 10 mins. or so. If you have strong WiFi, there is no reason not to use it.

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AllRedPhoenix
Junior Member
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03-31-2020, 12:38 PM
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Based on my observations, many visitors aren’t aware that WiFi introduces a delay, even when reception is strong. It’s realistic they might think a wired connection wouldn’t affect performance, but it does matter. (Of course, not for their devices.) Reminding everyone that a wired setup is superior remains essential, even while helping them enhance wireless options.
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AllRedPhoenix
03-31-2020, 12:38 PM #7

Based on my observations, many visitors aren’t aware that WiFi introduces a delay, even when reception is strong. It’s realistic they might think a wired connection wouldn’t affect performance, but it does matter. (Of course, not for their devices.) Reminding everyone that a wired setup is superior remains essential, even while helping them enhance wireless options.