Thinking about upgrading the RT-N66U and was wondering what you guys think I should go to. Currently run a 200 mbps connection hardwire, but WiFi on 5GHz seems to max out at 100 mbps even when the device is right next to the router, and it goes down to 20 mbps when I go to the living room. Of note, my ISP supplied router would give me much higher speeds in the living room, but I need the OpenVPN server functionality which it does not provide.
Basically, the main reasons I would be looking to upgrade is to get better WiFi speeds and because Merlin no longer supports this router (and I am worried about running something outdated)
I live in a 1000 sqft apartment and unfortunately the router/AP is tucked away in one of the corner bedrooms.
What I am looking for
* potentially ASUS router as I have had a good experience with Merlin
* something that I can use to set-up an OpenVPN server to connect home when I am away (Merlin allows for this)
* something that supports a 2 TB harddrive that I have connected to the N66U recognized as DLNA server
* increased OpenVPN file transfer speeds if possible (currently averaging around 1 MB/s)
* # of wifi devices: ipad, 2 iphones, Roku TV, 2 laptops - all very light use except for streaming PS Vue on the Roku TV
Can probably spend up to 200 dollars if worth it but again, my use probably doesn't warrant spending that much
Definitely would be relying on 5GHz as 2.4 is just way too congested in this building
Thanks in advance
Basically, the main reasons I would be looking to upgrade is to get better WiFi speeds and because Merlin no longer supports this router (and I am worried about running something outdated)
I live in a 1000 sqft apartment and unfortunately the router/AP is tucked away in one of the corner bedrooms.
What I am looking for
* potentially ASUS router as I have had a good experience with Merlin
* something that I can use to set-up an OpenVPN server to connect home when I am away (Merlin allows for this)
* something that supports a 2 TB harddrive that I have connected to the N66U recognized as DLNA server
* increased OpenVPN file transfer speeds if possible (currently averaging around 1 MB/s)
* # of wifi devices: ipad, 2 iphones, Roku TV, 2 laptops - all very light use except for streaming PS Vue on the Roku TV
Can probably spend up to 200 dollars if worth it but again, my use probably doesn't warrant spending that much
Definitely would be relying on 5GHz as 2.4 is just way too congested in this building
Thanks in advance