Few Questions

[HUD]

Hi there, I'm here to ask for a few tips for increasing speeds.

 

So currently I have a terrible ISP (Windstream). All they are out there to do is take your money. Last month I called them asked to upgrade from 25 Mbps to 100 Mbps package. They said it requires a router upgrade (I was using their default router).. so I said go for it. They charged me $85 for literally a $10 router that has a max capacity of 10 Mbps..

 

I'm wanting to get some servers for testing purposes & holding a NAS. The sad thing is, 5-10 Mbps internet isn't suited for multiple servers. I'm wondering what the best solution is.. obviously upgrade my router with decent specs & at least 1Gbps capacity. But alongside upgrading my router, what else could I do? Please help.

 

Gladly appreciate it, thank you!

[soaringchicken]

change to 5GHz channel, run ethernet/access points round the house (if you haven't already). 

[W-L]

-SNIP-

Welcome to the Forums!

 

I think you mean their modem/router units, most ISP's have one designed for higher speeds and heavy users and a lower one for a basic connection so you usually need to change that out. If your just in need of a router to split off your connections to multiple devices a switch or router would be what you would need.

[HUD]

change to 5GHz channel, run ethernet/access points round the house (if you haven't already). 

 

I have not yet, but my concern is that the speeds that I'd recieve wouldn't be good enough for at least 2 servers running 24/7. As-well as my other devices (phones, ipads, and my other computers).

[W-L]

I have not yet, but my concern is that the speeds that I'd recieve wouldn't be good enough for at least 2 servers running 24/7. As-well as my other devices (phones, ipads, and my other computers).

 

It would depend on what type of server your running but in general upload is the big thing, if your really wanting to not bog down your own connection you could obtain a dual line into your home but of course that would be more cost.

[yzbd]

Sorry to hear about your experience, but I did want to go over some basic information with you - keep in mind I'm being frank, I am not trying to be rude at all.*

 

1) Basic route rdo not need to be 'upgraded' (the most basic ones are 100mbps in today's market) which will support the speed increase over wired connection.

2) It sounds like they upgraded your modem/router combo (I'm assuming here) which would have been required if you had Docsis 2.0 modem.

3) Don't rent/buy a router from an ISP, don't buy or rent their modems either. Buy them yourself, your ISP should have a list of supported Docsis 3.0 they can provide you with. (You call them up, provide the make,model,mac address and they should be able to provision it with the correct bootfile and add it to your account.)

4) You don't need a faster connection for running servers -- your ISP's ToS (more then likely) doesn't allow you to host public servers on a non-business account. If your using the servers on WAN and only for personal use then they may not care. But if they see a bunch of traffic coming in, they could disconnect your service without warning.

 

I suggest you return the equip and get a list of supported modems and buy your own (Moto SBs tend to be the most problem free) and buy your own separate DUAL BAND router. A 2.4Ghz router won't be able to push the speed increase. Note: Your devices and router will both need to support the 5Ghz band to get the full speeds. The 2.4Ghz would be a backup and used by your older devices which don't support 5Ghz.  

 

*Keep in mind that not all my info may be correct depending on your ISP, but overall this is how most ISPs in the U.S. work. Please excuse me if some info is not relevant to your ISP or your situation. 

 

Good luck with the issues you are having and please feel free to add more info in relation to this post so we have a better understanding of your equipment and how your ISP works. Then, we can make better suggestions to help you get the best bank for your buck.