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I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - Numo - 01-17-2015
I have a 4th generation AirPort Extreme. Would upgrading to a newer router be worth considering? If so, how about this one: http://www.rakuten.com/prod/d-link-dir-820l-wireless-ac1000-dual-band-cloud-router/249823714.html
My current AirPort specs are:
AirPort Extreme 802.11n (4th Generation) - Technical Specifications
Size and weight
Length: 6.5 inches (165 mm)
Width: 6.5 inches (165 mm)
Height: 1.3 inches (34 mm)
Weight: 1.66 pounds (753 grams)1
Wireless protocols
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency bands
2.4GHz and 5GHz simultaneously
Radio output power
20 dBm (nominal)
Compatibility
Interoperable with Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n enabled Mac computers, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Windows-based PCs
NAT, DHCP, PPPoE, VPN Passthrough (IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP), DNS Proxy, SNMP, IPv6 (6to4 and manual tunnels)
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - GuyGene - 01-17-2015
I'd say let'er be. Sounds like ye've got a good one already, but hey, wha' do I know?
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - jdc - 01-17-2015
If it aint broke, then don't fix it.
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - Will Collier - 01-17-2015
That one has some pretty bad user ratings on NewEgg and Amazon, lots of dropouts requiring manual resets is the major complaint. I don't think I'd swap a working Apple router for that model, even though the price is tempting.
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - Article Accelerator - 01-17-2015
Ammo wrote:
I have a 4th generation AirPort Extreme. Would upgrading to a newer router be worth considering?
The current Airport Extreme supports 802.11ac and this supports higher data rates, higher signal strength, and better beamforming capability.
Is your current AE inadequate?
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - Onamuji - 01-17-2015
Do you have a new Mac? If so, which model?
If you have a Mac that is capable of 802.11ac WiFi then it might be advantageous to upgrade to a router capable of 802.11ac WiFi... If you feel that you need a modest speed boost.
Otherwise, don't worry about it.
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - silvarios - 01-17-2015
Article Accelerator wrote:
[quote=Ammo]
I have a 4th generation AirPort Extreme. Would upgrading to a newer router be worth considering?
The current Airport Extreme supports 802.11ac and this supports higher data rates, higher signal strength, and better beamforming capability.
Is your current AE inadequate?
That's the question, is the OP having problems currently? Also, what is the Internet speed and are there frequent LAN transfers?
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - OWC Jamie - 01-17-2015
unless you have newest hardware like ipad air2, mac pro or macbook air or other hardware that can take advantage of 802.11ac I'd not upgrade yet
Re: I've never understood routers, so here is a dumb question . . . - Numo - 01-18-2015
Thanks to all that responded. I think I'll stick with what I have.