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Searching for an improved router option.

Searching for an improved router option.

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godzillaslime
Member
177
07-26-2016, 06:32 AM
#1
Hello, I need to upgrade my router because the current one only has two LAN ports. It’s a V-SOL model, and I prefer standard connectors. I’m not aiming for anything too costly, just something with a solid Wi-Fi coverage of around 10 meters and at least four ports.
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godzillaslime
07-26-2016, 06:32 AM #1

Hello, I need to upgrade my router because the current one only has two LAN ports. It’s a V-SOL model, and I prefer standard connectors. I’m not aiming for anything too costly, just something with a solid Wi-Fi coverage of around 10 meters and at least four ports.

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CiscoMiner
Senior Member
500
07-26-2016, 07:35 AM
#2
Are you purchasing a new router solely because you want more ports? Is your current Wi-Fi signal strong enough? If you don’t require additional capabilities, I’d opt for a network switch instead. Home models are often more affordable.
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CiscoMiner
07-26-2016, 07:35 AM #2

Are you purchasing a new router solely because you want more ports? Is your current Wi-Fi signal strong enough? If you don’t require additional capabilities, I’d opt for a network switch instead. Home models are often more affordable.

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SB0823
Member
173
08-15-2016, 01:39 PM
#3
Largely focused on ports
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SB0823
08-15-2016, 01:39 PM #3

Largely focused on ports

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Ph3lipp3_
Member
54
08-15-2016, 01:53 PM
#4
You need a switch that fits your needs. A gigabit 5-port switch costs around $15, while an 8-port model is about $25. Connect one port to your router and the rest into the switch, and you're all set.
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Ph3lipp3_
08-15-2016, 01:53 PM #4

You need a switch that fits your needs. A gigabit 5-port switch costs around $15, while an 8-port model is about $25. Connect one port to your router and the rest into the switch, and you're all set.

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aguzz123123
Senior Member
599
08-17-2016, 02:16 PM
#5
Yes, they are linked through a LAN connection.
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aguzz123123
08-17-2016, 02:16 PM #5

Yes, they are linked through a LAN connection.

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SiphonicVirus
Member
201
08-17-2016, 07:50 PM
#6
Yup
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SiphonicVirus
08-17-2016, 07:50 PM #6

Yup