My wireless router died- what do I replace with?

hotreds · 01-24-2012, 05:35 PM

Indeed! I was also not looking forward to having to reprogram a bunch of stuff. However, I'm wondering if a new router might help me with my Netflix streaming that at times is HORRIBLE!

BlindedByScience · 01-24-2012, 06:11 PM

It's going to be pretty hard to go wrong with any of the name brands; Linksys, Netgear, D-link, even Rosewill (NewEgg's house brand).

For our new house, I put one of these Linksys wireless routers in....and I absolutely love it. I paid $40.00 more for mine...

Works fantastically, easy to recommend.

CigarNut · 01-24-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by hotreds

Indeed! I was also not looking forward to having to reprogram a bunch of stuff. However, I'm wondering if a new router might help me with my Netflix streaming that at times is HORRIBLE!

How's your internet bandwidth? It may be that a new router won't do a thing... If your internet bandwidth is better than you typically see on your computer then the upgrade might be worth it...

What wireless band are you using on your computer (G, N, etc.). N is about the fastest you can cheaply get these days.

You can always buy a new router and if it does not help, return it...

BlindedByScience · 01-24-2012, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

How's your internet bandwidth? It may be that a new router won't do a thing...

...since the old one is dead, a new one should work far better.....

Just a thought.....

emopunker2004 · 01-24-2012, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by BlindedByScience

...since the old one is dead, a new one should work far better.....

Just a thought.....

Ah but it's not dead! It was the power cord as I had mentioned.

emopunker2004 · 01-24-2012, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by hotreds

Indeed! I was also not looking forward to having to reprogram a bunch of stuff. However, I'm wondering if a new router might help me with my Netflix streaming that at times is HORRIBLE!

If it will help, at least you don't have to go and buy a new one NOW. At least your old one is functioning so you can make an educated decision on a new one if you so desire.

01-25-2012, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by hotreds

Indeed! I was also not looking forward to having to reprogram a bunch of stuff. However, I'm wondering if a new router might help me with my Netflix streaming that at times is HORRIBLE!

most routers will let you export the settings, that way if you upgrade with the same brand, your settings will migrate easily.

i'm a huge fan of D-link, had mine for years with no problems

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