Better router than DIR655

french_guy · Mar 21, 2014

Hello
I'm using 2 DIR655 (Rev B1): 1 as my main router, and one as an Access Point
I was wondering which router would be better (stronger wifi) to get rid of the AP
I still need gigabit ports though
Would a router that accept DD-WRT give better results than the DIR 655?
I don't want dual bands since i don't want to buy additional adapter on my laptops or desktop
All my clients are wired or Wifi N
Thanks

train_wreck · Mar 21, 2014

well, you can always go out and get a standalone access point, then disable wifi within the DIR-655. Take a look at this ASUS model

http://www.asus.com/us/Networking/EAN66/

That might give you better performance, and still let you keep your current router.

Now if you REALLY want performance, look into the entry-level Cisco enterprise stuff - I'm running an Aironet 1040 at my house. It's really pricey (all told, ~$280) but will give you zero wifi issues for the rest of eternity

nukemaster · Mar 21, 2014

I do not think custom software will make the router have more range. While some allow increasing the strength on supported models, it also leads to more head and can damage some routers.

I would recommend you check out something like smallnetbuilder or similar to see what has the best range and use it as an AP if you are satisfied with the routing performance on the Dir-655.

Getting a dual band is NEVER a bad idea. Even if you do not use it now, you may be glad you have it in the future.

french_guy · Mar 21, 2014

You mean using a GOOD and STRONG Access Point and disable the wifi on my main router?
So I would hook up the AP to one of the port of my router (like I do with my 2nd DIR 655 configured as an AP)
Is this one a good one? Can it be used as an AP, or is it just a range extender?
http://www.ampedwireless.com/support/model/sr20000g.html#prettyPhoto

train_wreck · Mar 21, 2014

french_guy :

Yes on the first 2 questions. Haven't got experience with that particular model of wifi router, but in a VERY general sense a standalone accesspoint will give you, at least, SLIGHTLY better throughput. And potentially MUCH more.

Can't say anything about the particular unit you linked to, but that company appears to have a dedicated line of just access points.

http://www.ampedwireless.com/family/accesspoints.html

french_guy · Mar 21, 2014

Interesting.......I will try if my local Microcenter carries them
And should I get the single band (300Mbps) or a dual band?

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