Jack Pitts
New Around Here
Hi All!
Long time lurker. So, let's touch on what I have right now and how I am replacing it. I have a question about what's better to use...
Currently I have a RT-N66U receiving internet from a SB6141 modem via Cox. (150Mbps service)
(After it hits my Ooma for VOIP)
This router handles DHCP and Wifi with roaming assistant. Then from there, I run powerline across to the other side of the house (downstairs in about 2800 sq ft - exact opposite side of house) I regularly get an amber pick a plug LED indicating less than ideal powerline signal. Adapters are netgear PLP1200 powerline.
From that powerline adapter, I hit a second NT66U. This router acts as an accesspoint and feeds ethernet to the desktop positioned there. Router is up about 4.5 feet on the wall. (again roaming assistant)
So here is the new plan, as I have had such poor Wifi performance from these and recently added a bunch of smart home stuff. I am up to about 14 clients.
I am replacing the upstairs router with an RT-AC68U (a TMO AC1900). After reading the SNB articles about an AC router improving all device's speed including N devices.
I am removing the powerline from the mix. As it simply hasn't had good connection speeds. Always with that amber light, even using other outlets. It's just too far away from the source, as best I can tell.
My question is this:
Should I keep the RT-N66U downstairs and use it as a bridge to the desktop? Or, should I use an AC wireless adapter via PCI-E?
Long time lurker. So, let's touch on what I have right now and how I am replacing it. I have a question about what's better to use...
Currently I have a RT-N66U receiving internet from a SB6141 modem via Cox. (150Mbps service)
(After it hits my Ooma for VOIP)
This router handles DHCP and Wifi with roaming assistant. Then from there, I run powerline across to the other side of the house (downstairs in about 2800 sq ft - exact opposite side of house) I regularly get an amber pick a plug LED indicating less than ideal powerline signal. Adapters are netgear PLP1200 powerline.
From that powerline adapter, I hit a second NT66U. This router acts as an accesspoint and feeds ethernet to the desktop positioned there. Router is up about 4.5 feet on the wall. (again roaming assistant)
So here is the new plan, as I have had such poor Wifi performance from these and recently added a bunch of smart home stuff. I am up to about 14 clients.
I am replacing the upstairs router with an RT-AC68U (a TMO AC1900). After reading the SNB articles about an AC router improving all device's speed including N devices.
I am removing the powerline from the mix. As it simply hasn't had good connection speeds. Always with that amber light, even using other outlets. It's just too far away from the source, as best I can tell.
My question is this:
Should I keep the RT-N66U downstairs and use it as a bridge to the desktop? Or, should I use an AC wireless adapter via PCI-E?