WiFi upgrade to AC or Ax models in 2020 was possible, though availability varied by region and device compatibility.
WiFi upgrade to AC or Ax models in 2020 was possible, though availability varied by region and device compatibility.
Currently I use a modem+router from my ISP that handles 802.11 b/g/n with speeds of 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up. There are 10 devices connected—3 laptops, 1 desktop, 4 smartphones, and a Chromecast—all supporting AC Wi-Fi. Since the lockdown lasted long, I’ve faced speed drops when multiple devices are online. I need to upgrade my router. Key factors: my home has thick concrete walls, I’m in a medium to large house, and my budget is around 300 USD. I want high bandwidth for sharing media among devices.
The modem is compatible with gigabit ethernet. The model name is "Genexis Platinum-4410". I've included a floor plan image. It's a single-story home. The modem/router is positioned near the *is*. Signal strength was tested with a MacBook Pro. These numbers represent peak performance; lower speeds become noticeably slower under heavy usage. Strong: 50 to 100 mbps, Medium: 15 to 50 mbps, Weak: 0 to 15 mbps.
The Genexis Platinum 4410 functions as an ONT/gateway with WiFi capabilities supporting both N (up to 300Mbps) and AC (up to 750Mbps). Are there any WiFi 5 devices available that can connect to the ONT? Relocating the ONT to a central spot could improve signal strength. Even with a separate router, placement matters—keeping it in a corner limits performance. You could run gigabit Ethernet from the ONT’s existing spot, securing the cable along a wall or ceiling, and install an access point in the middle hallway. If this setup works well, you’re done. If the signal remains weak at your location, adding more Ethernet and a closer AP might help. Choosing between WiFi 5 and 6 depends on your needs. Mature WiFi 5 APs work well; for budget, Ubiquiti products are solid. If you wire two UAP-AC-Lites into a simple unmanaged gigabit switch and connect them to the ONT (note the port limitation), they should suffice.
All the gadgets I own work with AC Wi-Fi. I looked into the modem settings, but it doesn<|pad|> to not support AC. Also, when I searched online, the same model listed a different modem.
The site you noticed had different information. With webUI access to Genexis, it’s simple to set up any wired APs with fixed IP addresses. After that, you can disable the Genexis WiFi and let the new APs manage it. This approach is useful for running them in access point mode.