Best FTTP Router for Media Streaming?

Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 20:35
Last edited 19/08/2022 - 22:09 by 1 other user

Hi all, currently using FTTP NBN 50mbps, and using Asus RT-AC86U. Recently found the WiFi kept dropping off for no reason (had it for 7 years now) so thought might be time to upgrade.

I do stream fair bit of media files from my pc to theatre using plex through chromecast pro. Does spec of the router matters? Otherwise,pretty standard mobile and ipad usage. Strong WiFi signal is definitely important too, but not fussed having latest WiFi tech as my tech still pretty old haha….

Thanks!

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  HardQuiz on 19/08/2022 - 20:47

  Either you have AC68U or 7 years is typo, because the AC86U was released in 2017-2018.

  Are you having issues on 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz ?

  If you are hell bent on a new router, the AX86U is on sale now.

  https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/719737

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    Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 21:27

    Definitely AC68U, so I guess the covid brain fog still persist lol… seems to be more on 2.4Ghz…

    again, does increasing wifi speed actually will improve streaming quality?

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  SydStrand on 19/08/2022 - 20:48

  Get a beefier router and bridge your modem to it.

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    Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 21:34

    beefier such as? and why bridge? Sorry, not very very tech savvy these days

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      Twix on 19/08/2022 - 21:40

      You don't bridge a modem on FTTP. Plug in your router to the nbn NTD. Did the RT-AC68U provide enough Wi-Fi signal? How much do you want to spend?

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        Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 21:43

        Thought the bridge part was weird. I don't mind spending the "right kind " of money, if it means better wifi in the back room and also better streaming quality. My Chromecast is connected through a LAN port if that makes a difference.

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          Twix on 19/08/2022 - 21:56

          @Lancerx: If you want to stick with Asus look at the RT-AX86U or AX3000. TP-Link Deco M5 2 or 3 pack bundle is an OzBargain favourite.

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            Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 21:58

            @Twix: If i do buy AX86U, I could use my current 68U as a extender I guess? But that also mean I need to connect 68U to the LAN port right?

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              Twix on 19/08/2022 - 22:03

              @Lancerx: You have two choices with the RT-AC68U.

              1. Configured as a AiMesh Node using Wi-Fi.
              2. Configured as a Wi-Fi access point using an Ethernet cable.

              Be quick if you want the RT-AX86U. It has just come back in stock after being out of stock for ages.

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  SBOB on 19/08/2022 - 20:50

  Ubiquiti Edgerouter X + Ubiquiti AP Lite

  rock solid option

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    Lancerx on 19/08/2022 - 21:33

    But you would need LAN connection for AP lite no? or is this MESH setup?

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      SBOB on 19/08/2022 - 23:00

      FTTP NTD -> Edgerouter X -> AP Lite

      Edgerouter is the router
      AP Lite is the wifi

      But, if you're not technical enough to know that from just the components listed, a ubiquiti based setup might not be as plug and play as you'd like/need.