i need a new ADSL2+ Modem/Router as my current one is on the way out and i dont if it matters but im apparently getting FTTN sometime in 2018
Need recomendations for a New ADSL2+ Modem/Router preferably with the 20% off ebay deal
SmurgBurglar on 15/01/2018 - 21:46
Last edited 19/01/2018 - 22:49 by 1 other user
Last edited 19/01/2018 - 22:49 by 1 other user
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+1 to OP
I need a new ADSL2+ model/router, if I’m shelling out 500 dollars I want it to be NBN ready (June 2019), just need a few recommendations and I’ll shop around HN, GG, JB etc
Been eyeing off Netgear Nighthawk X4S AC2600/D7800, currently $399 at JB but not sure if this will be good for FTTN..?It was (might still be) $319 at Bing Lee. If you are going FTTN, though, I suggest the R7800 which is more powerful, but doesn't have the ADSL/VDSL modem built in. My suggestion would be to use your current unit in bridge mode with the R7800 until you get FTTN.
AC2600 is a router without a modem, you just plug your NBN modem into the Internet port on it and disable the wifi on your NBN modem.
D7800 is a modem/router and is compliant with FTTN after a firmware upgrade according to https://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/fttn_registered_modem_router
Have a think about why you want a new router. Do you actually need more advanced routing capabilities, or are you having issues with your WiFi? Most people think about buying new routers, when they really just have WiFi issues. If it's WiFi issues, most consumer grade routers do not have the best WiFi modules (regardless of what their marketing says). Your best bet is to keep your current unit, disable its WiFi and get a dedicated access point like the Ubiquiti UniFi Pro (that should be available for around $150).
Of course, if you're shelling out huge amounts of cash, there comes a time where the most economical solution is to put in some Ethernet cabling. If you have a free weekend, it just takes a few hours to put it all in. Go to Bunnings, buy cabling by the meter and some wall jacks and it's pretty easy from there. For $200 you can wire up your entire house with change.
My advice is to always get everything stationary off WiFi - things like computers, TVs, gaming consoles…etc. should all be wired. Not only will they perform better and have more reliable connections, but they will also hop off the increasingly congested WiFi networks people have, meaning devices such as phones and tablets will actually perform better.
The way I do it is that I'll run one Ethernet cable to where the TV is, and just use a 5-port switch to break out to all the devices there. No bandwidth issues at all. All the advertised WiFi speeds are just marketing, no WiFi is anywhere near the speeds of Ethernet.
FYI only an ACMA registered cabler can legally install concealed cables (e.g. behind the wall, above the ceiling) for telephone, data, fire and security alarm systems. Please refrain from recommending DIY cabling projects to people. If this is Whirlpool your comment would have been deleted instantly by a mod. Apparently ACMA does monitor forums and it had issued warning letters to WP owners, thus resulting in a blanket ban on any kind of cabling discussions over there. I don't want OzB to suffer the same fate. https://www.acma.gov.au/Industry/Telco/Infrastructure/Cablin…
I believe that's for providing it as a service. It's hard to believe that it's illegal to run wiring in your own home. I've been running antenna, ethernet, phone cabling throughout my house for years.
It is hard to believe but it is true. Until 2013, ACMA even argued that its regulatory power covered in-wall antenna and A/V cables too.
Try these for starters.
https://www.choice.com.au/electronics-and-technology/interne…
http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/diy_cabling_-_read_this_before_…
http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/structured_home_cabling
http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/telecomms_cabling
http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/cabling_regulatory_faq
https://www.bit.com.au/guide/preparing-for-the-nbn-common-di…
@alvian: Whats the punishment for it? You can say it's law all you want but it doesn't seem this is enforceable to me.
@p1 ama: I take exception to the tone of your comment. The law is the law regardless of your personal belief and opinion. While it is very unlikely that ACMA will track you down to punish you, the fact is ACMA did take action against the owners of WP for facilitating discussion on data cabling. Why should we (being OzB) pay the price simply because you got away with it? Actively promoting DIY data cabling projects (if you have a free weekend, it just takes a few hours to put it all in) is one sure way to get noticed by ACMA. Is it too much to ask you to stop encouraging other people to break the law?
https://www.acma.gov.au/Industry/Suppliers/Product-supply-an…
Penalties vary, depending on the offence. Example 1:
If an individual performs unauthorised cabling work, a telecommunications infringement notice would impose 12 penalty units ($2,160) for each offence.
@alvian: Tone doesn't translate well over text, so I do apologise in advance. Fair enough if we wish to not allow discussion of DIY cabling projects here. Happy to refrain from talking about it in future.
@p1 ama:
I stand with you p1, you were not out of line for your original comment.
Whirlpool used to be cool, just like atomic before it. shit now. all shit. Ozbargain used to be cool. It's shit now. all shit.
Personally got the DSL-AC88U already. Just witing till March now :D
Just use the one providing by your ISP, I am using the Telstra Gateway Max and it’s working well.
Damn, looks like ebay has disabled their search function.