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R7000 vs D7000
Hi, only a question: the only difference between R7000 and D7000 is the modem ? The rest is the same (cpu, ram, features ?) I ask this because i have already one R7000 + isp modem, and i really love ...
While that's true, there may be other considerations:
- Netgear may or may not update the firmware on their cable modem/routers as often as their pure routers
- The D7000 may not be on your ISP's approved modem list
- Keeping the modem separate from the router allows you to upgrade either one, as needed. DOCSIS 3.1? Upgrade modem! 802.11ac MU-MIMO? Upgrade router!
- I prefer to keep control of my router. A combined cable modem/router may be controllable by the ISP. Uh, no thanks.
- I may want to place the router in a different location than the modem for better Wi-Fi coverage.
I think you would be better off just replacing the modem. I understand the attractiveness of a single box solution but you already have the R7000, which is an excellent box.
If the D7000 proves not good at modem could still use it like the R7000 with the wan port, always be the same for the rest...
While that's true, there may be other considerations:
- Netgear may or may not update the firmware on their cable modem/routers as often as their pure routers
- The D7000 may not be on your ISP's approved modem list
- Keeping the modem separate from the router allows you to upgrade either one, as needed. DOCSIS 3.1? Upgrade modem! 802.11ac MU-MIMO? Upgrade router!
- I prefer to keep control of my router. A combined cable modem/router may be controllable by the ISP. Uh, no thanks.
- I may want to place the router in a different location than the modem for better Wi-Fi coverage.
