Modem and a router or just both in one?

[batatas]

Hi i am thinking on making a server to store files but i need something better than my router it is a 50mb router its enouth for my slow internet but its not enough for transfer files from my ssd on my pc to the ssds on the server so i am thinking on upgrade my router the problem is i am not a network expert and i dont know of should buy a modem and a router or buy a all in one the one i have is from the isp yes i know but it is both the modem and the router should i buy like the same both in one unit or should i buy a modem and a router?

BTW recomendations on what should i buy would be great i just need 1 gb ports and a good wireless speed for when i need to transfer some files from the laptop to the server.

[Lurick]

Who is your ISP? Regardless of which direction you choose they generally have a list of compatible modems or combo units that they will allow on your network so we'll need to know who you get your internet from first.

[tarfeef101]

3 minutes ago, batatas said:

Hi i am thinking on making a server to store files but i need something better than my router it is a 50mb router its enouth for my slow internet but its not enough for transfer files from my ssd on my pc to the ssds on the server so i am thinking on upgrade my router the problem is i am not a network expert and i dont know of should buy a modem and a router or buy a all in one the one i have is from the isp yes i know but it is both the modem and the router should i buy like the same both in one unit or should i buy a modem and a router?

BTW recomendations on what should i buy would be great i just need 1 gb ports and a good wireless speed for when i need to transfer some files from the laptop to the server.

I always recommend using the ISP provided device as a standalone modem, and buying your own router. 

Especially for beginners (even I use them at home, and I consider myself an advanced user), I recommend using some of Dlink's routers, the DIR-820L and DIR-825L have both done well for me over a couple years of use. Their interface is well documented, laid out logically, and easy to work with. It even has an app if you want simpler setup, and they are well-priced.

[batatas]

10 minutes ago, tarfeef101 said:

I always recommend using the ISP provided device as a standalone modem, and buying your own router. 

Especially for beginners (even I use them at home, and I consider myself an advanced user), I recommend using some of Dlink's routers, the DIR-820L and DIR-825L have both done well for me over a couple years of use. Their interface is well documented, laid out logically, and easy to work with. It even has an app if you want simpler setup, and they are well-priced.

Hum ok i should be able to disable the wireless of the existing router/modem and connect a new router to the original one

[batatas]

14 minutes ago, Lurick said:

Who is your ISP? Regardless of which direction you choose they generally have a list of compatible modems or combo units that they will allow on your network so we'll need to know who you get your internet from first.

Well that may be a problem my isp is meo i am from Portugal i dont know if you cant work with that

[Skiiwee29]

I work for some ISPs here in the states and I personally hate all in one modem/router combo's. Majority of them use very low end components causing frequent loss of signal, dropped packets, issues with routing etc.. your best bet would be to get a modem and a separate router. 

[tarfeef101]

2 hours ago, batatas said:

Well that may be a problem my isp is meo i am from Portugal i dont know if you cant work with that

 

2 hours ago, batatas said:

Hum ok i should be able to disable the wireless of the existing router/modem and connect a new router to the original one

 

Yeah, ask your ISP, or find your modem's model number and look in the manual or online for instructions on how to enable "bridge mode". That is what you're looking for.

[batatas]

1 hour ago, tarfeef101 said:

 

 

Yeah, ask your ISP, or find your modem's model number and look in the manual or online for instructions on how to enable "bridge mode". That is what you're looking for.

Ok thanks man