If you do switch routers, start spending time on dslreports where there are lots of discussions of non-Verizon routers.The Wi-Fi Alliance brings EasyMesh as the new standard for Mesh routers If you don't want to deal with occasional network tweaking and troubleshooting, stay with a Verizon router.
#Mesh router software#
They still keep a Verizon router around to plug in if issues occur for server reasons: it often fixes problems Verizon doesn't provide any support if you don't have their router software updates only work with Verizon router.
#Mesh router tv#
They still have to tweak network settings to get all TV services working. There have been reports of people getting FiOS ONE boxes activated with a Verizon router then switching to a non-Verizon router. They need a Verizon router for activation, software upgrades and for the hidden WiFi network they use. As I mentioned, they are even more reliant on a Verizon router then the old boxes. You pretty much need a wired access point in every room if you have plaster lath walls. Note that if you live in an older home with plaster lath walls you may still have problems. If your master bedroom is on the same floor as the bedroom without any connections, placing the extender in the master bedroom should work well. It does require a coax connection to the router, this is how it gets access to your LAN. The Verizon network extender I pointed you to works with the G1100 router. What I don't know if the non-Verizon mesh network devices will share the hidden TV WiFi network. Verizon's G3100 router and it's extender use this approach. Mesh systems don't cut the bandwidth in half. The main point must have an Ethernet connection to the router. The more expensive mesh networks use a 3rd wireless signal to connect the remote access points. They cut the bandwidth in half for all devices on the same WiFi channel, as they do exactly what the name implies, repeat. Inexpensive devices that "extend" WiFi without any connection are actually repeaters even though they are sold as extenders (often with miraculous claims). I have not personally tested a G3100, though. The G3100 is reported to have better WiFI (it certainly has the latest, fastest WiFi specs), but I doubt upgrading to one is the only way to solve your issue. The G1100 should be able to handle the load you have. Wire connections are always going to be more reliable then WiFi. If you have either of those available, I suggest you use it. The FiOS ONE boxes can work with coax or Ethernet. The other option is to use a wired connection. Unless you like periodically troubleshooting and tweaking your network, I suggest you stay with a Verizon router. There are reports of people getting it working, but they have to put a Verizon router back in the network for activation and software upgrades. The FiOS ONE boxes are even more dependent on a FiOS router then the older boxes. Know that using a non-Verizon router with FiOS TV can be complicated. Hopefully someone else who has the extender and FiOS ONE boxes can comment. This may extend the hidden network as well, but I have no direct knowledge if it does or not. Certainly a non-Verizon router won't even create it. I don't think any non-Verizon mesh system will extend this network.
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Verizon routers creates a separate, hidden WiFI network for FiOS ONE boxes. Does anyone know if doing a mesh network would be good for this case? Would something like an eero system as a bridge work where I put one on each floor to help recast the signal or is there something else you recommend? Just trying to get better coverage and stronger wifi throughout the home where I cannot hardwire in.
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I know I could get my own router, but feel like setting that up with having TV could be a hassle. So, am looking at what my options are. My router is on my main floor, and I have issues upstairs and in basement (about 3000 sqft home). I called VZ for support and they basically said my system is older and cannot manage that many devices, and to buy their newer router to help. I do have about 22 devices hooked up to the same router between streaming devices, Alexas, video games, cell phones, laptops and smart TVs.
#Mesh router download#
I switched my boxes to Fios One recently and have been experiencing some buffering on the one box that is running over Wifi, and overall slower internet speeds (laptop getting 65 download / 64 upload speeds when next to router). I am sing a Quantum Gateway from November 2017 when I moved in. So I have the Fios triple play with gigabit connection (though I do not use the home phone).