Searching for large tubes in router selection.
Searching for large tubes in router selection.
I'm really struggling to locate the perfect router I need. After giving up a month ago, I've bought several new gadgets and just added another VR headset this month—all while using an ISP router. It's getting more pressing now. I have a clear idea of what I want: a solid prosumer router with 2.5GB storage and Wi-Fi 6E. So far, my searches have only shown routers with just one or two 2.5GB ports. I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction or even guide me on how to find something that fits better than online searches.
Check the available choices carefully. A better approach might involve a multi-gig switch paired with a sufficiently fast uplink to your router. Some dedicated pro-sumer APs also feature multi-gig ports. Do you possess an internet connection exceeding 1Gbps?
Thanks for the feedback. It seems the question is about expanding your internal network setup. You're considering a 2.5Gb switch to handle higher speeds and better performance, while also addressing the weak ISP connection. The Quest 3 will connect via Wi-Fi, so you might want to balance wired and wireless options. I'm focusing on optimizing both connectivity and speed for your devices.
I opted to create my own configuration, maintaining a consistent 2.5 GbE setup. I deployed an Intel NUC with two dual 2.5 GbE units as the core device, while utilizing 2.5 GbE switches for all network segments. For wireless connectivity, I installed Ubiquiti U6 Enterprise access points and supported Wi-Fi 6E alongside the 2.5 GbE infrastructure.
Your router’s 2.5 GB port works with 2.5 GB+ switches connected to that single port. You can turn off the router’s WiFi and connect UniFi APs instead. If your ISP uses a modem (probably fiber if you’re on a 1.5 GB plan), switch it to passthrough mode and use your own router with built-in WiFi—UniFi options tend to be superior. For fiber providers, an independent ONT supports this setup too. The simplest choice is plugging a switch into the 2.5 GB port on your ISP router.