Need a new router!

Vicpdx17

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Oct 13, 2012
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I am looking for a new router for my network. I gave my neighbor my DIR-645 since his Roku and his Comcast EMTA wernt being nice.

I need a router that has IPV6, Gigabit Ethernet, and somewhat reliable. It must be under $200.

My Network: 2 smartphones, 1 gaming computer, 2 regular computers, 1 PS4.

What do you think?
 
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Depends how new your gear is. Are you looking for an ac router or are you happy with n? Do you live in a big place (i.e. is range important to you)?

I recently bought the Asus RT-N66u, which is a top-end router which would fit your budget. It has IPv6, Gigabit Ethernet, 2 USB ports and a built in print server. Speed-wise it tops most tests. Can't speak for reliability unfortunately as I've only had it a few weeks but very happy with it and I'm getting signals in places where I didn't before. They also do an ac model which is around $20 over your budget.

Another one to consider is the Netgear Nighthawk AC1900, which has all of the above and fits your budget. I've heard good things from it but no personal experience

shure

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Depends how new your gear is. Are you looking for an ac router or are you happy with n? Do you live in a big place (i.e. is range important to you)?

I recently bought the Asus RT-N66u, which is a top-end router which would fit your budget. It has IPv6, Gigabit Ethernet, 2 USB ports and a built in print server. Speed-wise it tops most tests. Can't speak for reliability unfortunately as I've only had it a few weeks but very happy with it and I'm getting signals in places where I didn't before. They also do an ac model which is around $20 over your budget.

Another one to consider is the Netgear Nighthawk AC1900, which has all of the above and fits your budget. I've heard good things from it but no personal experience
 
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Vicpdx17

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Oct 13, 2012
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oh ok, now I do have some options. Option#1: Get a Netgear R6300 Refurbished and a 2yr square-trade warranty at $96 for both or go with a NEW Netgear WNDR 4500 V2 with a square trade 2 yr warranty for $129.


Which one