Recommended Routers

Recommended Routers

When it comes to your connection, your router is one of the most important devices you can add to your home network. We know that routers are not cheap, however in order to meet the demand of your daily wifi needs, you may need to invest a little more money in a router that will cover your entire home with little dead spots.

Keep in mind that while any gigabit router is compatible, XMission recommends the following products based on feedback from our staff and customers. The products below are not required for service. You should choose a router that fits your budget.

• Please remember XMission cannot guarantee advertised speeds over a wireless connection. When available we recommend the use of Ethernet cables.

---

XWi Home

The XWi Home is our recommended router setup.

1G Router

• This router may be supplied to XMission customers. Contact Support for more details.

GS4220E Specifications: Brand: XMission / Calix Model: GS4220E WiFi: Simultaneous dual-band 6x6 Streams / 2x2 @ 2.4GHz and 4x4 @ 5GHz Smart Channel selection: XWi routers automatically change WiFi channels to optimize peak performance so you don’t have to. Ports: GS4220E 1 Gig WAN / 4 LAN gigabit Price: XWi Home - 1G $12/month Specifications: GS4220E Covers Approx. 2500 SqFt Includes: XWi App Accurately confirm your upstream connection with speed tests from the router rather than connected devices Create guest networks for increased security Prioritize your data to ensure that visitors don’t over consume bandwidth See all connected devices when troubleshooting and toggle unnecessary devices off Automatically blocks suspicious traffic before it enters your network Block or filter content applications Completely control your home WiFi experience Wi-Fi 6 IPv6 Ready Check out XWi Home for more info.

2G/2.5G/10G Router

GS5229E Specifications: Brand: XMission / Calix Model: GS5229E WiFi: Simultaneous dual-band 6x6 Streams / 2x2 @ 2.4GHz and 4x4 @ 5GHz Smart Channel selection: XWi routers automatically change WiFi channels to optimize peak performance so you don’t have to. Ports: WAN: Single (1) 100/1000/2500/5000/10000 BASE-T Ethernet port, RJ 45 connector LAN: 1 100/1000/2500/5000/10000, 4 10/100/1000 Price: XWi Home - 2G/2.5G - $15/month XWi Home - 10G - Free with 10G Internet Package Specifications: GS5229E Covers Approx. 2500 SqFt Includes: XWi App Accurately confirm your upstream connection with speed tests from the router rather than connected devices Create guest networks for increased security Prioritize your data to ensure that visitors don’t over consume bandwidth See all connected devices when troubleshooting and toggle unnecessary devices off Automatically blocks suspicious traffic before it enters your network Block or filter content applications Completely control your home WiFi experience Wi-Fi 6 IPv6 Ready Check out XWi Home for more info.

Multi-Gig Routers

ASUS AX-5700: Specifications: Brand: ASUS Model: AX-5700 WiFi: WiFi 6/Dual-band Antennas: 3 - Removable Ports: 1 WAN / 1 Multi-Gig WAN / 4 LAN gigabit / 2 USB 3.0 Price: $249.99 - Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: Comercial-grade home network security Lifetime free ASUS AIProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro WPA3 Advanced parental controls

Netgear Orbi Wifi 6 Specifications: Brand: NETGEAR Model: Orbi WiFi 6 WiFi: WiFi 6/Tri-band Antennas: 8 Ports: 1 Multi-Gig WAN / 3 LAN on router / 2 LAN on satellite Price: $349.99 - Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: NETGEAR Armor cybersecurity by Bitdefender 30-day free trial NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls 30-day free trial Easy setup in minutes with Orbi App

Gigabit Routers

Linksys Velop Mesh Specifications: Brand: Linksys Model: Velop AX4000 Tri Band Mesh WiFi: WiFi 6/Tri-band Antennas: 8 Ports: 1 Gig WAN / 3 LAN gigabit / USB 3.0 per unit Price: $349.99- Amazon 2-pack Product Specifications User Guide Includes: Easy setup with Linksys app Parental controls Separate guest access Linksys seal

NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5400 Specifications: Brand: NETGEAR Model: Nighthawk Pro AX5400 WiFi: WiFi 6/Dual-band Antennas: 4 - Removeable Ports: 1 Gig WAN / 4 LAN gigabit / USB 3.0 Price: $299.99- Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: Easy Setup with Nighthawk App NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls NETGEAR Armor

ASUS ROG Rapture AX11000 Specifications: Brand: ASUS Model: ROG Rapture WiFi 6 Gaming Router WiFi: WiFi 6/Dual-band Antennas: 8 - Removeable Ports: 1 Gig WAN / 2.5 Gig LAN / 4 LAN gigabit / USB 3.0 Price: $349.99- Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: AiProtection Pro by Trend Micro Easy port forwarding Simultaneous gaming and VPN ASUS AiMesh compatible

Routers on a budget

We know that you may not be able to afford the best router out there. So we chose a few that will work when you are in a pinch.

NETGEAR AX1800 Specifications: Brand: NETGEAR Model: AX1800 4-Stream Wifi 6 Router WiFi: WiFi 6/Dual-band Antennas: 3 Ports: 1 Gig WAN / 4 LAN gigabit Price: $119.99- Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: Easy setup with Nighthawk App Additional add ons: NETGEWAR Armor $99 / year NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls $34.99/ year

Linksys EA7300 Specifications: Brand: Linksys Model: EA7300 WiFi: Dual-band Antennas: 3 Ports: 1 Gig WAN / 4 LAN gigabit / USB 3.0 Price: $129.99 - Amazon Product Specifications User Guide Includes: Easy setup Simultaneous dual band ( 2.4 + 5 GHZ ) MU-MIMO simultaneously streaming and gaming on multiple devices

---

• Model numbers may vary depending on the most recent revision from the manufacturer and may have different firmware versions.

Switches

NETGEAR 5 Port MultiGig Switch Specifications: Brand: NETGEAR Model: MS305 WiFi: None Antennas: 0 Ports: 5 x 1G/2.5G Multi-Gig Ethernet ports. Price: $99.99 - Amazon

EdgeRouter X Specifications: Brand: Ubiquiti Networks Model: ER-X WiFi: None Antennas: 0 Ports: 5 Gb ports / 1 data/PoE input port, 3 data ports, 1 data/PoE passthrough port. Price: $129.99 - Amazon Product Specifications User Guide

EdgeRouter 10X Specifications: Brand: Ubiquiti Networks Model: ER-10X WiFi: None Antennas: 0 Ports: 1 RJ45 Serial Port / 10 Ethernet Ports / Port 0 Supports PoE in / Port 9 Supports PoE out Price: $129.99 - Amazon Product Specifications User Guide

For intermediate users, or those who would like to take advantage of the full capabilities of the XMission Network, we recommend Ubiquiti's UniFi wireless line: a proprietary mesh-like network environment, commonly used in enterprise-level deployments. XMission's office and some staffers use Ubiquiti for wireless access points.

Placement of your router

The placement of your router is very important. Your wireless signal will need to travel from your router to where you are in your home. Putting your router in a utility closet is probably not the best choice if your utility closet is in your basement and you spend all day upstairs. You may want to reconsider a more central location for your router. Materials such as concrete, metal, brick, and sheetrock—in other words, the materials your walls are made from—can and will impact the strength of your wireless signal.

Router Issues

If you continue to have issues with your current router, it may be time to upgrade. If you do not see improved performance after talking with our support department and walking you through factory resetting your router and updating the firmware, it may be time to get a new router. You can visit our Router and Wireless Troubleshooting guide to help you further.