WiFi 6 router from NIGTHAWK® with tri-band AX12, 12-stream capability, AX11000 RAX200 model.
WiFi 6 router from NIGTHAWK® with tri-band AX12, 12-stream capability, AX11000 RAX200 model.
Hello, I’m new to networking and only have a few basics. I’m trying to upgrade my router. (background) My ISP explained something odd—they charge for three separate gigabit lines in my package, even though the plan only includes one router and Wi-Fi. They told me that when both of us use the internet together, we get 500MB each, not the full 1GB per person. I found this out after reading about a Raspberry Pi setup that couldn’t connect to the network without a new line. I was checking Netgear’s site and saw details about ports and speeds. They mentioned a router with multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports and a multi-Gig port, plus options for WAN connections. They also said you could combine two Gigabit LAN ports and two Gigabit WAN ports to boost speeds. If I set it up that way, could I increase my internet speed from 1GB to 2GB? Thanks for your help.
This seems unusual. Do you actually pay for a gigabit connection? Is there one cable in your home that connects to your modem? With a gigabit link, a 2.5GB RJ45 port won't deliver 2GB speeds. If you need more LAN ports, you can add a switch to your setup. Why would you want a Wi-Fi 6 router? If your computer is plugged in via cable, it won’t make a difference. For Wi-Fi, you’ll need devices that support Wi-Fi 6. Do you have any?
Sure, but when I checked what the ISP representative said, it seemed accurate. It looked like it was some kind of fiber connection. I ran both my computer and my wife's computer through a speed test at the same time, and they were both getting gigabit speeds.
They used a fiber cable that could handle 2.5GB, though I wasn't entirely sure where the connection was on their side. I planned to switch to a competitor since they offered 2.5Gb, but it only provided 1GB per computer, with extra buffer for the rest. I stopped with them because they throttled Netflix (they have their own service). Eventually, I returned to my old ISP, recalling a video Linus made about connecting his internet. I thought this router might work too.
I actually wanted to do that. I’m planning to upgrade now so I can be ready for the next couple of years. Would buying my own router be a better choice, as shown in the Level 1 YouTube video? Also, thinking about upgrading my internet later? Thanks for all the suggestions!
@Stin6667 Certain aspects of your ISP's statements might seem logical, but when you mentioned they billed you extra just to get an RPi online, they really got you thinking. Who is this ISP and where do they operate? Everyone should have the freedom to spend their money as they see fit. Still, I wonder how you intend to benefit from a 2Gbps connection. If your goal is to let each client reach gigabit speeds at once, that sounds impressive.