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Recommend a Wifi router with good range

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Akira
Akira Original post #1
Oct 8, 2015 at 12:44 AM
I already have a modem, on an Airtel Broadband connection. My budget is Rs. 2k max. The area of the floor I need the router on is around 2500 sqft. I tried a Tenda FH330 with 4 external antennae, but it's WAN port was faulty, so had to return it.

I don't need dual band, or USB. But a stable connection without constant drops outside 30ft is a must.

There are a lot of choices, but need help finalising one:

1. Dlink DSL-2750U
2. TPL W8968(though I have heard a few complaints, like dummy antennae?)
3. DLink DIR 605L
4. DLink DIR 615
5. Netgear JWNR2010

Any more? Again, range and stability of connection is priority.
topgear
topgear #2
Oct 8, 2015 at 6:00 AM
how about getting a good router and a range extender instead of a single device ?
K
Oct 8, 2015 at 6:58 AM
how about getting a good router and a range extender instead of a single device ?

No extenders halve the base speed.

OP get 2*TP Link 841N
Flash ddwrt on it
Set it into bridge mode and place them at 2 corners of your house.
Wire them with cat cables.

841N go on sale frequently on Amazon for ₹790.
Akira
Akira #4
Oct 8, 2015 at 8:17 AM
how about getting a good router and a range extender instead of a single device ?
Well, ofcourse, that's what I'll have to do if the base router doesn't suffice. But what's your suggestion for a good router with range, stability, reliability? I'd rather not buy a repeater until needed.



No extenders halve the base speed.

OP get 2*TP Link 841N
Flash ddwrt on it
Set it into bridge mode and place them at 2 corners of your house.
Wire them with cat cables.

841N go on sale frequently on Amazon for ₹790.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll keep it in mind. Any other suggestions, the best choice among the single working routers I enlisted in my OP or maybe something new?
PS: I have actually tried TP link wr841n before. The speeds drop about 10-15ft, and network is about 30ft. Though 2 of them will do the trick.
U
Oct 8, 2015 at 10:24 AM
Last month i bought Netgear WNR614 N300 Wi-Fi Router (White) come with two antenas from amazon this is my first experience using wifi rounter its working flawless giving good signal around the corner when i placed it middle of the house... mine is three stire building no signal drops... setup is easy.
Akira
Akira #6
Oct 9, 2015 at 10:38 AM
Last month i bought Netgear WNR614 N300 Wi-Fi Router (White) come with two antenas from amazon this is my first experience using wifi rounter its working flawless giving good signal around the corner when i placed it middle of the house... mine is three stire building no signal drops... setup is easy.

Thanks for the suggestion. However, it's coverage is a bit limited.

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Any suggestions on my list? I plan to buy it either during the Big billion sale or when Amazon drops its prices.