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NetGear Orbi AC3000 - $439.20 @ Futu Online eBay

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NetGear Orbi AC3000 - $439.20 @ Futu Online eBay
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zzyss on 16/08/2017 - 13:35 ebay.com.au (509 clicks)
Last edited 16/08/2017 - 14:48 by 1 other user
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Cheapest price so far on the top-of-the-range Orbi set. These are selling at JB Hifi, etc. with a RRP of $749
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/networking/netge…

Dropped in price again from since April this year when it was $468 shipped:
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/304718

Link in the deal is for Futu but also available through shopping-express-clearance (same price, free shipping), but dunno why they have 2 separate listings for it:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Netgear-Orbi-AC3000-Tri-Band-Wire…

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Netgear-Orbi-RBK50-Tri-Band-AC300…

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  • hardboiled on 16/08/2017 - 13:37

    These things are awesome.. Great performance.

  • zzyss on 16/08/2017 - 13:49

    For what it's worth, and for comparison, the cheapest low-end starter package (not individual unit), the RBK30, is $346.40 after discount.

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Netgear-Orbi-AC2200-Tri-Band-Wire…

    For just under $100 more you can have the best (cheaper than buying the low end model and then finding out later that you'll need another extender, which goes for around $160)

    • Scab on 16/08/2017 - 15:26

      Is that you in the photo, you look like you just met Tightarse?

      • zzyss on 16/08/2017 - 16:45

        LOL I'm not even sure what to make of that comment!

  • coxymla on 16/08/2017 - 13:52
    -2

    Does anyone else think it's crazy the amount of money that people will spend just to avoid having a sparky run a blue wire?

    • huey on 16/08/2017 - 13:53
      +3

      If you are renting than it might be the only option.

      • DealhunterMelbourne on 16/08/2017 - 14:47

        Might being the operative term… you can always ask permission from the landlord. I've never been knocked back on something like an additional powerpoint or a couple of data ports…

    • Mooncakes on 16/08/2017 - 14:46

      Haha we recently done that and the silly billy drilled right through a power cable and had to come back the next day and spend a while fixing it, was surprised they even came back to be honest, only lost power to 1/2 power points that really wasn't used much so all in all wasn't too bad. Got my Ethernet port done though XD

    • lostn on 16/08/2017 - 15:51

      Depends how much it costs to run that blue cable. If you ever move your hardware around you might need them again.

  • Timmmy76 on 16/08/2017 - 14:02

    This or google WiFi?

    • sexy on 16/08/2017 - 15:31

      I got a 3 piece Google Wifi kit to use with my Telstra cable. Has been happy with it. The area is approx 2000sq rectangle with the cable plugin on one corner, since then I have received decent speeds across the area. Peak speed can reach 110Mbps sitting next to the main router and 50Mbps at 20m radius of the "mesh" with several walls attanuation. The app is also fairly handy and ease with setup, ideal for ones with minimal network tech knowledge. Just beware DHCP cannot be turned off and you share information with Google. Got it off Amazon US for ~AUD369 delivered.

      • Timmmy76 on 16/08/2017 - 15:45

        I'm not too techy what's the advantage /disadvantage of the dhcp issue?

        • sexy on 16/08/2017 - 15:53

          By disabling dhcp you can nominate a static LAN IP for each of your devices, which is believed to enhance your network security and help you to identify each device you connect. I don't think it is an issue for most of the home users except you have a top notch hacker neighbour who you are not getting along with…

    • lostn on 16/08/2017 - 15:52

      What I don't like about the Google wifi is each satellite only has 2 ethernet ports which is not enough for me. The main one where the internet goes in requires at least 4. The other two I don't need more than one (for now). But since none have more than two, and the internet takes up one of them, it's not a good solution for me.

    • Morty on 16/08/2017 - 16:00

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RjbBO6Qr6c

      This is a decent comparison video.

      I am going to go the Orbi option I have decided

  • inamberclad on 16/08/2017 - 14:23

    what would you guys suggest for this scenario?

    square house, double brick, 2 storey, concrete slab. netgear wifi/router is upstairs in the middle of the house. there's barely any signal downstairs at the corners of the house.
    get a better wifi router?
    get one of these mesh systems?
    or get some kind of point to point addon?

    i had tried extending the current netgear with a xiaomi wifi router but devices would intermittently lose wifi connection

    • XeKToReX on 16/08/2017 - 14:35
      +3

      Ubiquiti UniFi AP AC Lite or Pro's mounted to the roof of each level, cabled directly to your switch/router.

      • inamberclad on 16/08/2017 - 15:02

        had feeling this would be the best solution, but was hoping to avoid drilling/threading in cables..

        • XeKToReX on 16/08/2017 - 15:05
          +1

          You could definitely try Orbi, it's apparently very good.

          Worth a shot!

        • inamberclad on 16/08/2017 - 15:07

          @XeKToReX: for the cost (consumer grade), i should hope so lol :)

      • opilot87 on 16/08/2017 - 15:08
        +1

        i don't think he wants / can drill or cable through the cement slab…

  • gigs on 16/08/2017 - 14:41

    Guys, question; do netgear make an AC 3000 range extender. I already have the AC 3000 Orbi kit linked but need another to extend an ethernet port. I can only see AC 2200 versions of the extender?

  • harryv on 16/08/2017 - 14:44

    I just got the following shipped over from UK after hearing great things from friends: https://www.amazon.co.uk/BT-088269-Whole-Home-Wi-Fi/dp/B01NB…

    By the time you take VAT off (this happens at check out) and add express delivery, came to $316.74 delivered in 5 days from UK

    Set them up no issue whatsoever (Android app not available in Aus play store so bit of trickery need there) and very happy with the wifi coverage around the house. Can stream from mi boxes placed upstairs/downstairs and full wifi coverage out on the deck.

    Here are a few reviews, and of course, you will need to buy uk to aud plug adaptors ($5 each from officeworks)
    http://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/bt-whole-home-wi-fi
    http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/bt/1405560/bt-whole-home-wi-f…

    Probably not quite as good as the Netgear, but for half the price and an additional hub, i'd say i got a bargain. Good Luck

  • NotAMoodle on 16/08/2017 - 15:11

    I would probably wait for the new firmware before installing these as replacements in your network.

    Almost everyone is having issues with the one that is currently automatically downloaded to the Orbi - https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/bd-p/Orbi

    The way around the issues is to enable telnet and disable auto update then downgrade back to the previous firmware. Netgear have been aware of the issue and we've been waiting over a month for a new firmware.

    FWIW, this unit is absolutely amazing in every way and the performance boost at home has been phenomenal…Just don't update to the latest firmware yet!

  • lostn on 16/08/2017 - 15:48

    I bought one a few weeks ago and ended up returning it because I couldn't use my landline with it. I still need the modem supplied by the ISP for that.

    I might buy it again if it drops to $300 though.

    • BellaWii on 21/08/2017 - 16:08

      Just ordered 2.

      From the readings I have done some people do connect their modem/router to the Orbi router. Reason is their modem/router has more functionality compared to the Orbi. Just turn wifi off on the modem/router and use the Orbi wifi. Best of both worlds.

      • lostn on 21/08/2017 - 19:14

        Yeah I know. It's just that I will need 3 devices for the internet (Arris cable modem, ISP router, Orbi). That will take up a lot of space and 3 plugs. I wanted to get rid of the crappy ISP router. It wouldn't be so bad having 3 devices if this thing didn't cost over $400. Hence why I'm waiting for it to drop below $300.

        For that price, I kind of wanted more from it.

  • nimnomnimy on 21/08/2017 - 22:38

    was just about to post this deal, nice one.
    i’m going to use it with the uniquiti edgerouter

  • LHSolutions on 22/08/2017 - 18:32

    Is everyone getting theirs shipped via Fastway?

    • BellaWii on 23/08/2017 - 11:55

      Yes

      • LHSolutions on 23/08/2017 - 12:00

        What a coincidence I get your reply and Fastway delivery guy drives up in a Toyota Camry sedan and delivers it after previous 2 days failed attempts :)

        Thanks god at least it was delivered haha

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