BT Infinity Router

[dk1uk]

Hi - my BT HomeHub 5 just died and BT are sending me a new one. In the meantime, I have reverted back to my HomeHub 3 which requires me to use my old OpenReach modem too.

This got me thinking - is there any reason why I shouldn't just continue to use my OpenReach modem and buy a new, more powerful router (I have areas of the house that the HomeHub doesn't reach).

Or will the old OpenReach modem cause problems/slow down speed?

Any views would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Lectrician]

Openreach modem with an Ethernet router (not ADSL) would be fine. The modems are excellent TBH.

There are other VDSL routers available. I like Draytek Vigor 2860, but aimed at business installs.

If wifi coverage is an issue, don't p|ss with "stronger" routers, extend your wifi with a second Access Point.

 

[jg321]

I'll second Lectrician here, sound advice on both fronts. Of course, you could always use the replacement HH5 when it arrives, and add a second access point (or indeed an old router with DHCP disabled). Let us know if you need advice on this, it can often be a cheap (or even free less the cost of a cable) way of extending wireless coverage.

 

[dk1uk]

Thanks for this. To add a second wireless access point I would probably need to run cable up the exterior of the house unless I took up carpet and ran it up the stairs which I think might be a pain. Would I need any specific exterior-proof cable?

Also would devices jump between the two access points automatically depending on which is offering a stronger signal?

Thanks again.