Will I notice any difference in range for this versus the netgear AC1600?
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I have not used the AC 1600 so I cannot make a valid comparison. My experience with this router is that I am getting download speeds for the 5 Mhz wifi network that approximate the speeds that I experience when connected to an Ethernet cable (95Mbps on a cable TV internet service) -- even when myPC is located at a maximum distance from the wifi router inside my 2 story, 2500 sq ft home.
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Hello V. - you may notice a difference as the AC1750 gives "ultimate" coverage vs the AC1600 giving the best coverage. Hope this helps.
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Although I bought it because of the promise of good range vs. similar products, it is not doing much as an extender. In fact, it has the same range as my older earlier router.
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I have the NETGEAR WNCE2001 as well, it has worked great for me. Amazon price and BestBuy price are comparable.
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You're welcome, Joel !! If you have any questions about my Router Comparison, please post them here. I'll do whatever I can to help you get the info you need to make a wise and frugal choice. During my extensive testing, the main concern has been to get the best overall performance -- as measured by range, operating temperatures, connection speeds, connectivity, latency, packet loss, jitter, V.O.I.P., ease of setup, and physical appearance, too. Glad to have been of help. You could return the favor by clicking on the "Yes" button at the bottom of my original post. Thanx !! You're welcome, Joel !! If you have any questions about my Router Comparison, please post them here. I'll do whatever I can to help you get the info you need to make a wise and frugal choice. During my extensive testing, the main concern has been to get the best overall performance -- as measured by range, operating temperatures, connection speeds, connectivity, latency, packet loss, jitter, V.O.I.P., ease of setup, and physical appearance, too. Glad to have been of help. You could return the favor by clicking on the "Yes" button at the bottom of my... » Read More You're welcome, Joel !! If you have any questions about my Router Comparison, please post them here. I'll do whatever I can to help you get the info you need to make a wise and frugal choice. During my extensive testing, the main concern has been to get the best overall performance -- as measured by range, operating temperatures, connection speeds, connectivity, latency, packet loss, jitter, V.O.I.P., ease of setup, and physical appearance, too. Glad to have been of help. You could return the favor by clicking on the "Yes" button at the bottom of my original post. Thanx !! « Show Less
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This device is helpful, usually faster than Wireless. There can be issues however. Distance is normally not an issue as there is with a wireless connection as the signal is carried through your house wiring. There can be problems with some homes depending on how your house is wired. If you have more than one power panel in your home this will surely cause problems. I do not recommend you plug either device into a GFI protected plug as this may cause issues as well. We do a lot of streaming and I solved the issues with the Netgear Powerline Adapter by hard wiring all of my devices (I had this done by a licensed electrician), upgrading to a much faster Netgear router (model AC1450) and adding a Hub. This device is helpful, usually faster than Wireless. There can be issues however. Distance is normally not an issue as there is with a wireless connection as the signal is carried through your house wiring. There can be problems with some homes depending on how your house is wired. If you have more than one power panel in your home this will surely cause problems. I do not recommend you plug either device into a GFI protected plug as this may cause issues as well. We do a lot of streaming and I solved the issues with the Netgear Powerline Adapter by hard wiring all of my devices (I had... » Read More This device is helpful, usually faster than Wireless. There can be issues however. Distance is normally not an issue as there is with a wireless connection as the signal is carried through your house wiring. There can be problems with some homes depending on how your house is wired. If you have more than one power panel in your home this will surely cause problems. I do not recommend you plug either device into a GFI protected plug as this may cause issues as well. We do a lot of streaming and I solved the issues with the Netgear Powerline Adapter by hard wiring all of my devices (I had this done by a licensed electrician), upgrading to a much faster Netgear router (model AC1450) and adding a Hub. « Show Less
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These are good products however, a lot of the "range" id dependent upon the type equipment that you have i.e., language being utilized and whether its laptop and/or desktop. Especially important will be be type input Modem being utilized at your home for outward dissemination. It all adds into the equation. I have personally used these years ago for equipment in my home (large area home) and with a laptop at the end of the house; it worked satisfactorily. I would highly - very highly - recommend that you contact your local provider and inqjuire with them as to the range requirements for their channel input/output regarding the usage of the Netgear PL AV200. We were fortunate in that our Provider happens to be Bright House, one of the best in the industry if not the best - for full range of connection. Their input modem (located in our home) is the Ubee with wide-area coverage and no additional expander/boosters are necessary. Again, check with you local Provider and they should be able to provide you with the exact parameters you need to follow i.e., distance from their input modem, etc..... Sorry, but equipment these days is relevant to Provider-provided Modem equipment; thats the main goodie in it all........... Good luck...... Skip
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Didn't see the specs anywhere, but I'll say it has average range compared to other routers I have, but I'd recommend a small to small/medium home. For the price it definitely has a good range for the value, but if you have a medium or large home i'd say to spend more money for the longer range (this is an older router now). It works perfect in my girlfriend's small/medium apartment. But with any wifi router remember that cement or brick walls kill the range more than regular wood/drywall walls, and the signals get weaker the higher you go above the router, so try to put the router up high if you can. Didn't see the specs anywhere, but I'll say it has average range compared to other routers I have, but I'd recommend a small to small/medium home. For the price it definitely has a good range for the value, but if you have a medium or large home i'd say to spend more money for the longer range (this is an older router now). It works perfect in my girlfriend's small/medium apartment. But with any wifi router remember that cement or brick walls kill the range more than regular wood/drywall walls, and the signals get weaker the higher you go above the router, so try to put the router up high... » Read More Didn't see the specs anywhere, but I'll say it has average range compared to other routers I have, but I'd recommend a small to small/medium home. For the price it definitely has a good range for the value, but if you have a medium or large home i'd say to spend more money for the longer range (this is an older router now). It works perfect in my girlfriend's small/medium apartment. But with any wifi router remember that cement or brick walls kill the range more than regular wood/drywall walls, and the signals get weaker the higher you go above the router, so try to put the router up high if you can. « Show Less
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I have a combination modern/router and this didn't make a difference for me. Works very well in my experience. I guess just make sure that area of your house had good coverage.
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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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Im not sure about if one or the other has more wifi power but this brand has worked great for me has a lot of extras and the price is right I dont think one brand or the other has a really big difference in power they should have the same coverage and everything depends on distance, walls, other air signal traffic, etc. if distance is too long you could you use extenders
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Hi, I have a Linksys Ea6500 router and tried the Amped Wireless Access point that can delivery at AC speed. The AP seemed to lock up a lot. I then bought and tried the Amped Wireless Access Point that can delivery at N speed. It was more reliable with not the best range. I then bought another Linksys Ea6500. I set this up at a LAN to WAN. Extended my network with great range at half the cost. I did have two different SSIDs. I did try it at LAN to LAN. This allows one SSID. Not sure if this worked or I set it up correctly. Switched back to LAN to WAN.
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This product did not work for me not sure your scenario but also look into access points and look into a better wireless router. I purchased a 20 router and it performed better than my older 75 one.
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I don't honestly know. People, like Kim Komando podcast and electronics show, do say to stay with the same maker. You could try calling Netgear they have been helpful to me with questions about updating router in the past.
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This will really help with range, however this is an add on hotspot system to your existing router. It is referred to ac an access point.You idea situation is to install this as close to your bedroom as possible. An access point has more power output compared to a normal router.
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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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I Have Not Noticed any Change in Internet Speed Before or After the Swap From Old Netgear Firewall to New Netgear Firewall... The Main Reason for Change was Gigabit Backbone...
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I don't know that Netgear gives maximum distances in feet; they say things such as "most powerful antennas", "best WiFi speed", and "Range for medium to large homes". My computer guy recommended this model, specifically. I found an article in PC Magazine Online; here's a link: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2381378,00.asp They discuss the Pros, Cons, and the Bottom LIne. There is a sectoin where several models (e.g., Cisco Linksys E4200, E3000, and the Netgear N600 Series) are compared by Throughput, in Mbps, at 5feet, 15 feet, and 30 feet. Also, there is a section for user comments. I can add that I found mine very easy to install, no CD, and it reaches everywhere in my cluttered house. I don't know that Netgear gives maximum distances in feet; they say things such as "most powerful antennas", "best WiFi speed", and "Range for medium to large homes". My computer guy recommended this model, specifically. I found an article in PC Magazine Online; here's a link: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2381378,00.asp They discuss the Pros, Cons, and the Bottom LIne. There is a sectoin where several models (e.g., Cisco Linksys E4200, E3000, and the Netgear N600 Series) are compared by Throughput, in Mbps, at 5feet, 15 feet, and 30 feet. Also,... » Read More I don't know that Netgear gives maximum distances in feet; they say things such as "most powerful antennas", "best WiFi speed", and "Range for medium to large homes". My computer guy recommended this model, specifically. I found an article in PC Magazine Online; here's a link: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2381378,00.asp They discuss the Pros, Cons, and the Bottom LIne. There is a sectoin where several models (e.g., Cisco Linksys E4200, E3000, and the Netgear N600 Series) are compared by Throughput, in Mbps, at 5feet, 15 feet, and 30 feet. Also, there is a section for user comments. I can add that I found mine very easy to install, no CD, and it reaches everywhere in my cluttered house. « Show Less