Hello. I’m moving into a 1 bedroom apartment. I’ve never had my own router, and the complex is recommending the NETGEAR NightHawk Smart WiFi Router (R6700)-AC1750. I’m not even sure what I need to look for in a router, but in my research I see this is an old router. I would like at least 5g for my phone and for good WiFi in the apartment. I’m not sure what numbers to look for. The TV will not be using this WiFi. It is Direct TV. Currently I have Xfinity services and they have been great, but I’m moving. I don’t have any high tech stuff just a cell and several laptops. Merry Christmas.
@JesusSaves wrote: Hello. I’m moving into a 1 bedroom apartment. I’ve never had my own router, and the complex is recommending the NETGEAR NightHawk Smart WiFi Router (R6700)-AC1750.
How do they deliver the wifi to you?
Routers need a modem to work from. Some apartments have their own "basement" equivalent of a router. That needs some fancy configuration. Ask them if you need to do any to the R6700 to get it t to work.
If you can find one, that would be a dead cheap option that should meet most needs in a small pad.
I appreciate this information. I’m trying to find out more information about what is the apartment’s source. I’m assuming it something like if not xmission. I do have an iPhone 16 and fairly new Mac books so I want to make sure these will run optimally on the WiFi from my router.
If the internet service/modem is not great, even the best router will not help. I agree with @FURRYe38 though, the RAX's are good and in a small place you don't want to oversaturate your wi-fi signal with a setup that overwhelms the signal.
One thing I would suggest though is future proof your setup by getting a router with some of the newer protocols such as 6E. May be a bit more expensive up front, but newer devices will be able to utilize to full effect and any future devices you buy will not be hindered by an outdated router.
Hey all. I appreciate your help. I did purchase a router. I hope it will work it is not a NETGEAR! It is TP-Link AX3000 WiFi 6 Router – 802.11ax Wireless Router, Gigabit, Dual Band Internet Router, VPN Router, OneMesh Compatible (Archer AX55)
