OT - wireless Internet router shopping

texaswig

I've finally got pissed with my old router. Tired of trying to get it to do right. What's the best router for under 250 dollars. Looking at maybe Asus. I've had good look with them so far. Also long range a plus. 

Scottborasjr

I've heard good things about Asus, there are more knowledgeable people then me about the subject that could talk your ear off about what it does, how to set it up, etc. I just know the one I have from D-Link works, I'm covered throughout my entire yard for mowing/yard work.  Granted, my Yard is pretty small. 

nolaegghead

I assume you're talking about wireless access points.  Routers are dirt cheap.  I just replace two of mine with western digital dual-bands that I bought, I think off woot, brand new for $19/each.  Been in service for a month and they're working perfectly.  The 5GHz is screaming fast.  Not everything operates on the N protocol so it will connect at 2.4. 

Just look for a deal, check the customer reviews on Amazon or newegg and pull the trigger.  You don't need to spend a lot of money on a commercial unit - not worth it for home use.  As far as range goes, placement goes a long way, also you can do what I did, put one in the front of the house, one in the back and one in the shop.  Full coverage anywhere on our property.

swordsmn

Lol. I normally think computing  first but this time  I thought you were woodworking! 

swordsmn

PS Netgear has treated me well

nolaegghead

swordsmn said:

Lol. I normally think computing  first but this time  I thought you were woodworking! 

I thought that for a brief second until I saw Asus

I have 6 of those.  My favorite is the Festool.

texaswig

Problems done. I was telling a buddy about needing a new one. He said" don't buy one I've got a nice one, I'll  work you a deal on. " I've just got to fix some scratches on his daughters car. Something I would have gladly did for free anyways. We've been friends a long time. This thing is a beast. Works like a champ. 

grege345

Dang! you have a good friend. I was wondering if anyone uses time capsule. 

nolaegghead

I use time machine with my Drobo.  It's a pain to do a complete restore, I did one a few months back, but it worked flawlessly, and my systems get backed up every 15 minutes.

buzd504

Ubiquiti's products are awesome, and a big step up from OTS stuff.

We get connectivity a block and a half away with this model, but the pro is nice too.  This long range model is less expensive.

https://store.ubnt.com/unifi/unifi-ap-40.html

nolaegghead

@buzd504 - that's awesome. Thank you.

Fireman_Joe

Netgear for me too

grege345

nolaegghead said:

I use time machine with my Drobo.  It's a pain to do a complete restore, I did one a few months back, but it worked flawlessly, and my systems get backed up every 15 minutes.

that thing is intimidating 

LKNEgg

Been running Asus for a while now,  best router I've ever had.  Started with a linksys that lasted abut 4 years and provided good service,  but needed it to stream HD video around the house and over the Internet.  Linksys want up to the task, but the Asus handles it no problem.  Highly recommend rt68 model if memory serves. 

texaswig

I was looking at the Asus rt-ac87u. But this one came up. The signal is awesome. I'm gonna get some backup stuff going soon. Google Drive has free unlimited for teachers. Wife's a teacher so I'm gonna get her to get all signed up for us to have that. I've also got a extra 2 terabyte drive. Probably do a nas.