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sniemeier
Jan 04, 2021Aspirant
Looking to Upgrade Wi-Fi Router
I have a NETGEAR CM500-100NAR DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with 16x4 Max Download speeds of 680Mbps. Its hooked up to a Negear R6400 Wireless Router. I have Comcast Performance Plus Internet (up to 60 m...
sniemeier
Jan 04, 2021Aspirant
2 Floors
Yes, 2,400 sq. ft. per floor
Modem and Router have to be on one end of the house, due to only cable connection available.
If I need a booster, what to buy? I have an Amp Wireless Range Extender Model # SR 10000 that I have connected on the other end of the house, but it is inconsistent as well.
Any advice is appreciated.
microchip8
Jan 04, 2021Master
Your options:
1) Get a normal router and use Access Points
2) If you can't pull cables, Powerline is a good alternative, though not as speedy
3) Get a Mesh system like an Orbi