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Use Existing Config File To Setup A New Router
I hope someone can clear this up for me. I have an older Netgear WINR2000 N300 router. I am wanting to upgrade to a newer model with gigabit speed (wired), I was eyeing the WINDR4300 N750. It looks l...
The answer is no to config files. The structure can vary from one model to the next, even if some of the variables stored within it have the same name.
Even using config files from one firmware version to another for the same router can cause problems, so it definitely isn't advisable across different models.
With regards to a new router, what type of connection do you have? Do you have enough tech in the house so that they fight with each other for bandwidth? If so you may wish to purchase a router that supports QoS
Do you have deadspots in the house where Wifi doesn't work? Then maybe Wifi coverage is a priority. Do you stream a lot of HD content, or IPTV ?
There are so many variables its hard to second guess your needs, but these are the kind of things to consider if you're upgrading.
The answer is no to config files. The structure can vary from one model to the next, even if some of the variables stored within it have the same name.
Even using config files from one firmware version to another for the same router can cause problems, so it definitely isn't advisable across different models.
With regards to a new router, what type of connection do you have? Do you have enough tech in the house so that they fight with each other for bandwidth? If so you may wish to purchase a router that supports QoS
Do you have deadspots in the house where Wifi doesn't work? Then maybe Wifi coverage is a priority. Do you stream a lot of HD content, or IPTV ?
There are so many variables its hard to second guess your needs, but these are the kind of things to consider if you're upgrading.
Thank you for setting me straight. I guess I will need to document all of my settings before I buy a new one. As I mentioned, I was looking for the lazy way, and that just isn't an option.
I appreciate you taking the time to answer my question and show me the folly.
Dal
To add to the "No" chorus, it isn't even advisable to restore settings to the same hardware after a firmware flash.
It can work, bit as soon as you see problems, you may have to set to factory settings.
So, before you go through all the effort of setting up a new device, check that it has the latest firmware before you start the task.
Alt+Print Screen grabs are a good way of remembering settings.
