Got a new router beings what I had was 15 years old, and was have problems with net connection. After loading it up my net speed doubled. Everything loaded much faster. After being on the net for about 2hr. I had to fix dinner and do the dishes. (Yes I enjoy cooking and do dishes at my age) Came back to the computer and the net was down and it was down all night. So my problem is not at my end, it's the Wifi Service. The new router was not a waste of money as I do like the new speed it gives me.
What kind of a router did you get? I have one from Comcast but I'll be switching to Century link in the near future.
Quote from: tac on October 10, 2015, 08:40:32 AM
What kind of a router did you get? I have one from Comcast but I'll be switching to Century link in the near future.
Linksys AC1200+ Dual-Band. As we have a much smaller retirement home now, only 3 bed rooms. I had a Netgear that lasted 15+ years.
This is the info. on it.
Linksys AC1200+ Dual-Band.
Featuring wireless-AC technology, four Gigabit Ethernet ports, and USB 3.0, the Linksys AC1200+ Smart Wi-Fi Gigabit Router is made for the well-connected home. It allows you to stream videos, play online games, and surf simultaneously on multiple devices. Dual bands and two external antennas provide an exceptionally strong, reliable wireless signal without dead spots. Four Gigabit Ethernet ports provide extremely fast connectivity to wired devices, while a USB 3.0 port lets you transfer huge files without the wait.
The AC1200+ allows you to stream videos, play online games, and surf simultaneously on multiple devices.
Four Gigabit Ethernet ports provide extremely fast connectivity to wired devices, while a USB 3.0 port lets you transfer huge files without the wait. View larger.
Wireless-AC Technology and Gigabit Ethernet Ports for Powerful Networking
Designed to deliver optimal wired and wireless connectivity, the AC1200+ lets you enjoy fast Internet speeds on multiple devices simultaneously, thanks to next generation wireless-AC technology and four Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. Wireless-AC delivers speeds up to 2.8 times faster than wireless-N, making this router well suited for homes with multiple devices. Plus, use the high-performance USB 3.0 port to attach a storage device and quickly transfer large files or share devices across your Wi-Fi network.
Dual wireless bands of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz deliver speeds up to N300 Mbps + AC867 Mbps, enabling data traffic to flow quickly and with minimal buffering. You can enjoy gaming, media streaming, and other Internet activities simultaneously without interruptions or interference. The router's antennas are adjustable for optimal positioning.
Thanks for the info. It looks like it should work OK with DSL.
Quote from: tac on October 10, 2015, 09:42:58 AM
Thanks for the info. It looks like it should work OK with DSL.
Years ago when I had DSL through SW Bell, I hated it. Slow, down a lot, and sometimes messed up the phone lines.
Quote from: Shooterman on October 10, 2015, 11:19:43 AM
Years ago when I had DSL through SW Bell, I hated it. Slow, down a lot, and sometimes messed up the phone lines.
Century Link is better than it use to be with speeds to 40mbps where I live. Some parts of Denver have 1 gbps speed! Cheaper than Comcast by $40/month too.
What the new router has done for me.
News clips down loads are no problems now, before it would take up to 6mins. to play a 1min. clip.
Youtube does not stop to load, it plays the hole thing.
The colors are much more vivid on all clip and news.
Sound is much more clear. (understandable with my poor hearing)
With my new hearing aids I can stream from my pc right in to my hearing aids. The clarity I would say is ten fold with the new router.
I can now load two or three sits without delay.
I should have done this 5 years ago. :lol: :lol: :lol: :thumbsup:
Make sure you configure it correctly:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0duYxPIx8gU
I got a new router.....a DeWalt!
(coulda swore that's what this was about!)
Quote from: Montanamike on October 13, 2015, 09:16:04 AM
I got a new router.....a DeWalt!
(coulda swore that's what this was about!)
I do like DeWalt tools.