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Rx700codmaster's avatar
Rx700codmaster
Guide
Nov 30, 2018

Asus rt66 to xr700 upgrade- what to expect

Upgrading from an older asus rt66n router. What to expect and the transition. Im expecting alot of difference and reading alot about the nighthawk. We plan on streaming movies along with game play...
FURRYe38's avatar
FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Nov 30, 2018

Modem Combo Units:
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the NG router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ for the IP address the NG router gets from the modem.

Rx700codmaster's avatar
Rx700codmaster
Guide
Nov 30, 2018
The modem is supplied by the ISP, no known config is available by end user.

All utility mods will be accomplished onsite by end user.
  • Netduma_Jack's avatar
    Netduma_Jack
    NetDuma Partner
    Nov 30, 2018

    I work from Netduma, so I can help answer any questions you have about DumaOS, our router operating system that runs on the Nighthawk XR500 and XR700.

      

    But first of all, I recommend you go to this webpage to learn more about our features. It will only take 1-2 minutes to read:  https://netduma.com/features/

     

    We also have a massive roadmap of new features coming out, so it'll only improve your router!

    • Rx700codmaster's avatar
      Rx700codmaster
      Guide
      Nov 30, 2018
      Im a little skeptical about having shelled out 500 bucks for a router. I consider it the quiessential device that allows for all data exchanges for our home network. We needed an upgrade but such a leap of faith?

      Our current device is the Asus rt66n. It has worked well for years. Replacing it is not mandatory but more of an enhancement.

      I read a bunch of the reviews on Amazon but then realized most were for the XR500. Of the 258 reviews written, only 7 were for the XR700.

      • Netduma-Fraser's avatar
        Netduma-Fraser
        NetDuma Partner
        Nov 30, 2018
        The XR700 is still a very new product to the market although the software on Netgear routers has been going since closer to the beginning of the year. The hardware is beastly and the software be fantastic for ensuring no local congestion and ensuring the best possible game experience. We're confident you'll love it!
    • Rx700codmaster's avatar
      Rx700codmaster
      Guide
      Dec 04, 2018
      Thanks for replying to the previous message.

      So far as I experience more and more, i have discovered that during game play, i get occasional network disconnected notifications with a lag. The the system recovers and I move on. Some say, downgrading to the previous firmware resolves this issue. I did contact netgear support and they recommended a system reboot to finalize the update. Completed that with little or no improvement.

      The 2nd issue Is the Plexis server being a subscription service. Or paying 4.99 for the ios app to be able to stream to my phone. I need plex for my TV too, wonder how much is that gonna cost after spending 500 for a router....