Computer Hope
Hardware => Hardware => Topic started by: Feenix on June 17, 2013, 10:01:33 AM
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Hi.
I have 3 computers here, all of which are now using N band adapters to run broadband supplied by a G band router. While Ive heard that G is meant to be compatible with N, it suffers in the reliability department, so I am thinking of getting an N band router.
There are so many available that I dont really know where to start looking for one - any advice would be welcomed. :) I didnt know whether to put this post here or in the network section, so please feel free to move it.
Cheers guys. :)
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1. While Ive heard that G is meant to be compatible with N, it suffers in the reliability department, so I am thinking of getting an N band router.
2. There are so many available that I dont really know where to start looking for one - any advice would be welcomed. :) I didnt know whether to put this post here or in the network section, so please feel free to move it.
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1. Since N came after G, it's the other way around, i.e. N is compatible with G & with earlier B.
2. Agreed, too many choices. Look for Wifi 300Mbps, higher will be more expensive. Your adapters may only connect at 150Mbps.
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Are you looking for better reliability or more speed?
Have you read some articles like this?
http://compnetworking.about.com/u/ua/wireless80211/80211n-upgrades-for-speed-and-reliability.htm
That post was followed by many comments.
Do have any idea why your network has poor reliability?
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I think its just getting throttled because of the g router. Will have to get an n router at some point. Reliability has improved since switching back to the netgear DG834g, (was using a D-link 2640R) but the signal quality is still pretty dismal.