How do I change my router?

[wigglerthefish]

Hello,
I recently discovered that I am paying for a broadband speed of 100Mbs, but am limited by a 54Mbs router that was installed by At&t. Is changing my router as simple as buying it and plugging it in? Would the security be changed? I know it will have to be configured via a wired connection, but can this change affect At&t's service, if it is not authorized by them? I have experienced severe lag in multiplayer games, and it needs to be fixed.

 

[Emerald]

you could also connect a N-router as a AP to get 100+ wireless connection

 

[wigglerthefish]

you could also connect a N-router as a AP to get 100+ wireless connection

AP router? Are you referring to a home network, computer to computer? Please don't abbreviate, I am not well versed in this subject (reason why I am asking the question).

 

[Emerald]

AP stand for Access Point.

If I am not mistaken, you have a Router with a build in Modem, is that right?

 

[wigglerthefish]

AP stand for Access Point.

If I am not mistaken, you have a Router with a build in Modem, is that right?

Do the ones that are installed by AT&T come with it? There is only one box, with an Ethernet cable plugged into it.

 

[Emerald]

can list the make and model of the equipment you would like to replace?

this way we can look up what type of equipment it is.

 

[wigglerthefish]

can list the make and model of the equipment you would like to replace?

this way we can look up what type of equipment it is.

A 2-wire router: 2701HG-B

Its more of a general question though. My question, maybe, is "Do I need anything other than this (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833704051) to upgrade my internet?"

Do I need a modem if I have a router? What process will I follow? Do I have to contact AT&T?

 

[Emerald]

what speed do you get when you connect your computer to the 2Wire via network cable.

www.speedtest.net

if it is not what you pay for, you will have to talked to AT&T.

 

[wigglerthefish]

what speed do you get when you connect your computer to the 2Wire via network cable.

www.speedtest.net

if it is not what you pay for, you will have to talked to AT&T.

Ok, I'm getting about 1mBps download, and 400kBps upload.


Honestly though, if I could get 54mbps I would be happy.... I didn't know how slow...

 

[Emerald]

sounds like a regular DSL for about $30/month.

Just because the LAN ports on your router are 100Mb/s that does not mean you internet connection will be that fast.

max speed on most DSLs is 6Mb/s

 

[wigglerthefish]

sounds like a regular DSL for about $30/month.

Just because the LAN ports on your router are 100Mb/s that does not mean you internet connection will be that fast.

max speed on most DSLs is 6Mb/s

Should it be enough to play bc2 online? I've been playing bf2 online, and it's laggy. I'll be building my rig soon, so that Should help...

 

[wigglerthefish]

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