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codibelcalm
Sep 23, 2025Tutor
EOS - need new device for my network
Hello, I got an email from Netgear notifying me that my router R6220- AC1200 has reached end of service and is no longer supported. The recommendation was to upgrade to Nighthawk WiFi 7 Router R...
- Sep 23, 2025
I would wait until black Friday sales or cyber-Monday or even end of year after Christmas, then you can get what you want hopefully on sale. Just because something is EOL, doesn't mean you have to upgrade right away, especially if you are not having issues.
plemans
Sep 24, 2025Guru - Experienced User
IF it was me, I'd check the used market. A last gen RAX device like the RAX70/80 can be picked up much cheaper and will be a massive upgrade over the R6220
codibelcalm
Sep 24, 2025Tutor
Hi, and thank you for the recommendation! The only outlet I know of is Amazon. Maybe newegg? I'm definitely willing to go with a refurbished device.
Thanks again!