Cardiffman282
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Router replacement?
Hi folks. I have an Asus RT-AC86U router (Hub 3 in modem mode / Volt 250) and have just noticed that it is officially EOL. It still mostly works well (with great WiFi range) although the 2.4 band has recently become erratic (bands are split, auto firmware update is on, VM end is fine, Asus power cycling generally sorts it). Obviously since buying it WiFi 6, 6e and 7 (and shortly 8) have come along. Openreach FTTP is due to be available in my street at some point this year. In addition we are also a "ready to go" Mustang (Nexfibre/Giffgaff Xgs-pon) street. My VM contract is up in October. What to do? Stick with the (increasingly obsolete but mostly still functioning) Asus for now or look at a new router? My priorities are connection stability and strong WiFi range (fairly big house). If the latter which brand/wifi type etc? Budget is around £100. Thank you.133Views1like12Comments- 25Views0likes0Comments