The type of Wi-Fi used in the ASUS AiMesh doesn't really impact performance, as long as you have a stable connection.
The type of Wi-Fi used in the ASUS AiMesh doesn't really impact performance, as long as you have a stable connection.
Hi everyone, I’m looking for some guidance on the ASUS AiMesh idea. Right now my ISP is offering a bundle that includes the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC2900. I’m considering adding another router to widen the network coverage in my home, especially since there are lots of concrete walls. The ASUS RT-AC86U is about 300 and the RT-AX58U around 240. I’m curious whether mixing networks from Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 is possible. Also, I’m worried about losing the Wi-Fi 6 benefit if the system tries to force everything to use Wi-Fi 5. Hope you can share your thoughts on this.
Avoid placing routers everywhere; favor access points for wireless needs. Treat a router like a network boundary, similar to a firewall. It should separate networks using NAT on its WAN port. Running a router in access point mode makes it function as both a switch and an AP, which can be costly.
Perfectly they should all support WiFi 6 to ensure the mesh network can leverage those speeds. If possible, running an Ethernet cable to your extra router would provide a much better alternative, allowing WiFi to serve as the primary connection back to the main device. You should also consider whether you really need it—simply increasing the number of WiFi transmitters doesn’t always boost performance, since coordinating channels can be challenging. Many 5GHz devices only work on certain lower channels, which is problematic because everyone tends to broadcast on the same frequency, leading to poor speed and high latency. In most cases, the best approach is to adjust your router’s placement for stronger signals where needed, or opt for a wired Access Point in a well-chosen spot instead of relying solely on WiFi.
Considered testing AiMesh and well mesh network solutions. Currently using an older D-Link DIR-300 as a secondary access point connected via Ethernet to my main router. Focusing on improving coverage for areas that aren’t reached by the D-Link, especially since one room needs better signal. Attempting to pick channels 1, 6, and 11 on the 2.4 GHz band to avoid neighboring networks. Also wondering if AiMesh supports channel selection or if it automatically chooses optimal channels.