My single band wireless modem from AT&amp;T can't access much strength on the wireless channels it receives, is this the right type of router to help?
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This not a modem this is an AP. But what you are intending would work if you connect this to your modem through a LAN cable and use the wireless SSID from netgear. I believe that you will still have to use your modem and are talking about the "weak" wireless connection through your modem. So in this case your modem is acting as modem + wireless router. Also check other high strength routers or may be amplifiers if you just want that. There should be a comparison for strengths of routers somewhere. I use this in my apt so cannot comment on the range.
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The key issue I found this device fix for me is the channels dropping off due to the upstream power having to stay at the top of the range. After a period of time, the modem would drop a channel off. Are all three channels bonding consistently? The Megapath speed test (free) will show your ping, jitter, and dropped packets of your internet connection. I utilized this device only after 3 site visits by the cable company failing to correct the problem. My specific situation put the power observed between 42 and 49. I do find from time to time I have to reboot my modem still, but overall the speed and stability is much better, and I have their most premium service. I would have the cable company (using screen shots of your megapath testing) come out and address the issue, as they may tweak their system to address the ping issue. However, depending on your service provider, be ready for a difficult process. I had to purchase my own Motorola modem first to prove them wrong on their statements about my equipment (their rental unit), my house wiring, etc.
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AT&T does use a Motorola SBG6580 model that has issues with extenders. If you have that model the extender may experience connection issues. Also, with what you have described with the metal foil insulation, an extender may not be a good idea as it depends on the WIFI signal of the router. If you have the option, running Ethernet cable and installing an access point would be a better solution.
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I have Linksys G router and I needed two, but they really didnt seem to help much, another better router would help more, or put an update of tomato or some other firmware that allows you to boost power.
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Please check with AT&T; regarding what modems will work with their Uverse system. If the Netgear AC 1750 is acceptable then go ahead. I would hate for you to invest in this Modem if it is not compatible. I have satellite Internet and use this in addition to their modem box. Their box plugs into this one and then my wireless devices attach to the Netgear.
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My wireless router is so slow. I can't get thru a short You Tube video without it hanging and loading every 2 minutes. I have Comcast cable and a Belkin Router. I only paid $29.95 for the router, is that the reason if two of us are trying to use the wifi it will only work for one person. Would I have the same hang with the movies, tv is I used this wireless router? I am not tech savvy at all. Thanks
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I found this router does just fine with about any modem. I use the modem provided with my cable service and it sings along. If you are buying your own modem, I suggest you check with ATT for their recommendation. I only bought this router because my cable company recommended it, and it's great! Good luck!
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That depends on alot of factors, brick, wood, etc. I have wood walls and can pick up a strong signal 70 feet away. FCC limits the transmission power to 1000 mw, so this puts out the maximum power. It is stronger than other routers that I have, but the real magic of this router is the meshing capability and band width monitoring and control capability. If you only need one router and don't need multiple guest control then just get a regular wireless router. This is a wireless switch and needs a router to connect to before your modem.
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I am not an expert concerning routers, however I found the WNDR4000 N750 to be weaker than my old Belkin so I returned the Netgear and continued to use my Belkin.
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Yikes - to be honest, I'm not sure. The router I have came with my AT&T; U-verse/Internet package so I'm not even sure what type of router I have. The valet has worked very well so far though. Sorry I could not be of more help.
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Unfortunately there is no easy way to tell if this product will help you. It could. Moving your existing router around might also help, or replacing it with a newer model could improve the signal strength if the one you have is older. If distance is the issue or obstructions, then stick with 2.4GHz.
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I ended up buying it because one of my coworkers has the exact same router as me Linksys Gaming Router (Gbit) (WNT330 I think) along with this CM100 modem. It works perfectly and never drops away from the ISP (COX communications). If you have the option to manually choose a DNS server on your Router, try 4.2.2.1 or 4.2.2.2. Those are fast national DNS servers (I think they are Verizon servers, but it should work).
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It might help using a high speed Ethernet cord, if you have one I would try seeing if there's som wrong with your router other than that I don't know because my router is up stairs.
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Yup I never had an issue with mine. I live in a two story apartment, router upstairs and pc downstairs. I get 4-5 bars of signal strength all the time
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I have AT&T; and after a complete runaround mine works FABULOUSLY. There are times I'm thrown off microcell but typically within 5 mins I can be reconnected. It has to be plugged into your router- I have a newer home and so mine is plugged in to my whole house control panel which is in a closet. After I installed it I was told it had to be next to a window to work- which is not the case mine works fine from a closet.
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It is a router only, not a router/modem combo. It will work behind a cable modem to provide wifi, but not in place of it.
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If there is no "A" in the WiFi product description for the wireless piece of hardware, you are going to have problems. Don't know what the "A" stands for but you would be better off with that feature, as it is said to be more reliable or has better signal throughput. I actually did not know about this before, just learned it from a random dude on YouTube reviewing a computer with that feature. Whether this would help your situation is anyone's guess. Could be a router glitch.