on 03-01-2022 13:17
Hi,
Recently ordered my 200meg (soon to be boosted to 350meg via volt) and noticed I’m only getting hub 3 which I’m overly concerned about.
Is it possible to request to change this to hub 4? Or is it best I just drop it to modem only and add my own router to it at extra cost?
the reviews of the hub 3 don’t fill me with confidence as I’ll be starting a new job perm wfh and cannot be dealing with wifi drop outs all day long 😑
I don’t mind paying a small fee to have better technology if possible.
Thanks in advance,
on 03-01-2022 13:20
The Hub4 is no better technology than the Hub3, only really required if you have a 1g connection. Some people on the board think the WiFi on the hub3 is better.
on 03-01-2022 13:20
You can put the Hub 3 in to modem mode and use your own router.
The Hub 4 isn't much of an improvement, using your own router is always the best thing to do.
03-01-2022 13:24 - edited 03-01-2022 13:24
Thanks, probably going for this as the reviews look pretty good especially when it comes to Hub 3 and VM.
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/networking/network-routers-and-switches/routers/...
Just seems unfair to use my own money for something VM should just improve.
Im yet to have the go live date but obviously I want the best connection from the start. 🤞🏼
I will report back.
on 03-01-2022 14:07
@Carlo1460 wrote:Thanks, probably going for this as the reviews look pretty good especially when it comes to Hub 3 and VM.
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/networking/network-routers-and-switches/routers/...Just seems unfair to use my own money for something VM should just improve.
Im yet to have the go live date but obviously I want the best connection from the start. 🤞🏼
I will report back.
Virgin provide you with a cable connection to your property with a basic hub.
If you want better than what’s supplied then you source and use your own equipment as many people on these boards do.
I would look at future proofing and getting an AX router rather than AC.
on 03-01-2022 14:09
The price of that though 😩😅
VM should just rollout with decent tech in the first instance or drop the pricing to factor in people having to buy additional kit to have a functional service.
on 03-01-2022 14:12
@Carlo1460 wrote:The price of that though 😩😅
VM should just rollout with decent tech in the first instance or drop the pricing to factor in people having to buy additional kit to have a functional service.
Then your monthly bill will increase and people that don’t want/need AX devices will be penalised paying higher prices that don’t fit their requirements.
AX routers will set your back around £250 which isn’t a lot in the shame of things.
on 03-01-2022 14:20
I guess if it lasts and works great then it pays off. The other half is a heavy gamer so would need to be compatible with that alongside telephony based work all day long.
I’ll check out some other brands as ASUS are expensive.
any personal opinions on TP Link ax models? They come quite reasonable with good solid reviews too.
on 03-01-2022 14:24
@Carlo1460 wrote:I guess if it lasts and works great then it pays off. The other half is a heavy gamer so would need to be compatible with that alongside telephony based work all day long.
I’ll check out some other brands as ASUS are expensive.
any personal opinions on TP Link ax models? They come quite reasonable with good solid reviews too.
Gaming should be done over a wired connection really so Wifi protocols have little relevance- especially for serious/competitive gamers.
TP-Link are cheap and cheerful devices that are well reviewed - ASUS devices offer more customisation over TP-Link models with Merlin firmware and it’s add-ons.
Then there’s Ubiquiti Unifi devices for serous network techies.
on 03-01-2022 14:25
I say heavy gamer, he’s not a COD fanatic but always online with mates playing who knows what.
been really insightful thank you.