@cliffordhull wrote:
Thanks thats very helpful. Have you heard much about the mesh systems do you think they are any good?
Yes... Mesh systems are good solution for most customers. Three of my friends have the TP-Link Deco M5 3-pack and all think its the best thing they ever bought. The cheaper M4/S4 system is also well regarded by users on here.
@cliffordhull wrote:
I think if i was to get an access point then it may be even better to set the hub3 in modem mode and still a good wifi router on that and get the same upstairs. I notice the hub's dont have router/ap or bridging modes, so if i was to get two new routers one as the router/dhcp and the in ap/bridging need to find a decent rig. I agree the hub3 dont offer decent wifi range as downstairs a room away from the main router the wifi signal is pretty damn crapola. Or would you say mesh. Cheers
Not sure I follow that. But a Mesh is best used with the Hub in modem mode and the first unit is now the (better quality) router. The other units then carry the wifi to distant parts. If you just want to get a better wifi router to use downstairs that might actually sort it on its own. Or, then add WAP's to that as needed. A second router isnt needed as it cant be used in router mode as well - so you aree paying for tech you cant use. You can get routers that are "Mesh capable" - see the Asus range and add extra units as needed
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John
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I do not work for VM. My services: HD TV on VIP (+ Sky Sports & Movies & BT sport), x3 V6 boxes (1 wired 2 WiFi,) SH2 in modem mode with Airport Extreme Router +2 Airport Express's. On VIVID200, Talk Anytime Phone, x2 Mobile SIM only iPhones.