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Aspirant

Jul 09, 2022

Wi-Fi 6

I have a Nighthawk AC1900 with voice router. What is the equivalent model that isWi-Fi 6 compatible?

Aspirant

Jul 17, 2022

C7100B is the model number. Want eliminate dead spots. Faster WiFi would be better with wifi6? I’d Xfinity’s hardware better than what is available to buy?

Aspirant

Jul 17, 2022

My Gateway is a Netgear C7100V, correction.

plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jul 17, 2022
the C7100v is a pretty solid device. How big is your home?
It might be better to switch to a mesh system versus just upgrading the router.

I say that because t he C7100v has pretty good coverage and upgrading to AX isn't going to get you much additional coverage.

reason why is the broadcast strength wasn't increased with the move from AC to AX routers. they get a little extra range just because of increased efficiencies but its not a lot. So if you have dead spots, it might be better to switch a mesh system that you can have 1 or more satellites to provide coverage.
- GTI
  Aspirant
  Jul 17, 2022
  The house is 2400sqft
  - michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 18, 2022
    GTI wrote:
    The house is 2400sqft
    
    For simple guidance, you can check options here:
    
    Wireless Routers for Home | NETGEAR
    
    and
    
    Orbi: Whole Home WiFi System for Better WiFi Everywhere | NETGEAR
    
    It even has size suggestions.
    
    Then check back here for reports on the things you are considering, but remember that people turn up in this community with problems, not compliments. So look at reviews on Amazon, for example.