Well that certainly makes more sense.
you never said router and mentioned not resetting the modem.
Asus RT-AC66U B1 wifi speeds vs WIRED speeds with NEW Modem and New Plan (Spectrum 1GB)
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you never said router and mentioned not resetting the modem.
Latest firmware can be found here. There was a major security update just released even though it is EOL. Kudos to Asus.
https://www.asus.com/networking-iot...ac66u-b1/helpdesk_bios?model2Name=RT-AC66U-B1
https://www.asus.com/networking-iot...ac66u-b1/helpdesk_bios?model2Name=RT-AC66U-B1
The B1 version is a newer faster one than the original AC66.
Those charts are for the original AC66 which is a lot slower than the newer B1 version.I'm afraid 450-500 Mbps is about the best you can expect from this router over wifi, under ideal conditions.
https://www.smallnetbuilder.com/wir...band-wireless-ac1750-gigabit-router-reviewed/
https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/asus-rt-ac66u-b1-dual-band-gigabit-wi-fi-router
The last link is from pcmag for the B1 version, which is only marginally faster (550 Mbps max).
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Yep, good on them. I linked to this on the previous page.
Its still wifi 5, 99% of all clients are only 2x2 your not going to do much better then 500-600 mbps with that i don't care what router it is. Plus the AC66U B1 only has a 1ghz processor by todays routers thats slow.
You are right about WIFI 5, but it doesn't explain why OP was getting slower speeds than he was previously.
Thanks again for all the input. Trying to do some research and came across this router: seems to have very good reviews and features.... some of which I will never need/use but sort of future proofing, I guess? Never heard of this brand before, BTW.
The flint 2:
https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-mt6000/
Even the lesser Flint might be enough for my needs? Price is better, too:
https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-ax1800/
The flint 2:
https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-mt6000/
Even the lesser Flint might be enough for my needs? Price is better, too:
https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-ax1800/
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You can always look for online speed test of various new routers.
Many websites do this and the cool thing is if you order from a place like Amazon, Walmart or even Best Buy, with Best Buy check the return policy.
You could even try out a whole bunch of these things, you will get your answers to your speed question and if you’re not happy with it, just return it. Free returns.
Actually, you can order a couple of them and keep your favorite one.
https://www.tomsguide.com/best-picks/best-wi-fi-6-routers#section-the-best-wi-fi-6e-router-overall
Many websites do this and the cool thing is if you order from a place like Amazon, Walmart or even Best Buy, with Best Buy check the return policy.
You could even try out a whole bunch of these things, you will get your answers to your speed question and if you’re not happy with it, just return it. Free returns.
Actually, you can order a couple of them and keep your favorite one.
https://www.tomsguide.com/best-picks/best-wi-fi-6-routers#section-the-best-wi-fi-6e-router-overall
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Since I doubt you need IDS/IPS, the Unifi Express might be a good choice:
https://ui.com/ca/en/cloud-gateways/wifi-integrated/express
Technically, you can simply add a Unifi AP wired into your modem, no real need for management console, this will be a cheaper solution, all you need is to buy an AP (access point).
Thanks. Will look into this.
So if I need more ethernet ports for hardwiring some stuff, i can just use that single LAN port and connect it to a switch?
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Yep!
Or just be hardcore like me and get an Asus ROG Rapture GT-BE98 PRO then hardwire mesh nodes! In all honestly, don't get that router. You most likely don't need it. I don't need it, but I wanted it and I paired it with 2 Asus ROG Rapture AXE11000 routers used as mesh nodes with wired backhaul at 2.5Gb.
Anything recommended above will work for you. You can always replace your router if you want simplicity but there are cheaper ways too.
For friends who have wireless dead spots and have the money, I usually recommend Netgear Orbi systems. They aren't cheap but they are solid. My Asus stuff needs to be rebooted once in a while. They do stupid things like loose internet connections (wireless and wired) or just the other day, it was telling me that some devices had to log into the router. A reboot solved that. But, being in IT, I can deal even though it isn't ideal. I also bind certain devices to certain nodes and after the latest firmware that is a bit wonky.
Anything recommended above will work for you. You can always replace your router if you want simplicity but there are cheaper ways too.
For friends who have wireless dead spots and have the money, I usually recommend Netgear Orbi systems. They aren't cheap but they are solid. My Asus stuff needs to be rebooted once in a while. They do stupid things like loose internet connections (wireless and wired) or just the other day, it was telling me that some devices had to log into the router. A reboot solved that. But, being in IT, I can deal even though it isn't ideal. I also bind certain devices to certain nodes and after the latest firmware that is a bit wonky.
