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Hi folks, I haven't logged in on here in years, so I decided to pay you all a visit to ask my question.
I have BT Infinity and am currently using a Draytek Vigor 2750n combined modem router (not sure if "combined modem router" is the correct term!).
I've had it for a lot of years and I'd like something new because, if the Draytek unit develops a fault or simply stops working, I'll have no internet until I buy something new. I plan to keep the Draytek as a backup.
I would like something that is a combined modem router and something that is as reliable as the Draytek. My budget is around £200 - £250 at a push.
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No requirements other than it's getting old? Do you have BT TV? Do you use the wifi on the Vigor?
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No other requirements really. I don't play games online - I just use it for watching Youtube and Netflix.
I don't have BTTV and there are 3 people in the house that use wifi, although it wouldn't get overly heavy use. I would watch Youtube videos or do the occasional bit of downloading. The other two people would also watch Youtube or sometimes Netflix.
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Could you just upgrade to a later Vigor?
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Any suggestions as to which model? I'm happy with the Vigor, but I don't know which of the newer models are good.
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I dare say I�ll get shouted down, but why not just go the obvious route ?
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bt-Smart-Hub-6-Wireless-Rou...
Mine is rock solid with its new firmware, the wifi is impressive ... it�s all you need judging by your usage description.
There�s a 17 year old here who is single handedly working his way though all YouTube and Netflix have to offer. At other times 6 users all happily connecting at the same time . Simplicity to use and set up, and then you can get to choosing what else you might splurge your saved £200 on 
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Thanks for the reply Zarjaz.
I was actually offered a HH6 from BT for only £10 postage but I declined after reading the threads on the BT forums and on here. .
Some people seem to have been really lucky with them and have had zero problems, I'm not sure I want to take that risk though 
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I'm not sure I want to take that risk though
Hardly a risk for a tenner is it ?
They really do seem to have ironed out most of the initial bugs that were causing the noises about it ......
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You're absolutely right.
At the time my thoughts were something along the lines of "this sounds so bad I'm not even going to waste a tenner on the postage".
I might give it a shot.
But, if anyone has any other suggestions feel free
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That's the spirit
If they really were so hideously flakey, I suspect I'd have a fair idea due to my work.
I held off and used a VDSL modem and a 4 for donkeys, but when I moved they sent me one FOC, even then I was reticent. But I am happy to report the two issues I did have, the 14 day reboot (fixed by new firmware) and the weirdness between this router and a Pure Evoke wifi radio (exorcised by a local witch doctor/or possibly the firmware again) are resolved.
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I have been using a BT Smart Hub for quite a while and so far have had no issues at all with it. Have split the wireless to use different SSIDs for 2.4 and 5Ghz but otherwise haven't really changed anything.
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Agreed, haven�t had to do the WiFi split thing, it just works ... and that is exactly what I want from my various gizmos.
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I dare say I�ll get shouted down, but why not just go the obvious route ?
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bt-Smart-Hub-6-Wireless-Rou... Why does that link show pictures of a Youview box, apparently unopened?
Michael Chare
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Pass - just read the item title.
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but don't buy that one if you're after a Hub 6 because it isn't one 
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I've recently had delivered the new Billion BiPAC 8800AXL R2 and I can highly recommend it. Good BDCM chipset and decent WiFi.
Edited by deleted (Thu 28-Sep-17 21:06:07)
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Cheers BatBoy, got one already. 
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Thanks for the recommendation.
Stupid question - but what am I looking for to say any unit is a combined modem router?
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I've recently had delivered the new Billion BiPAC 8800AXL R2 and I can highly recommend it. Good BDCM chipset and decent WiFi.
What chipset does it have?
Tim
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Stupid question - but what am I looking for to say any unit is a combined modem router?
Ain't such a thing as a stupid question.
Look for ADSLx/VDSLx in the routers description.
ADSLx for normal broadband and VDSLx for fibre.
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You're absolutely right.
At the time my thoughts were something along the lines of "this sounds so bad I'm not even going to waste a tenner on the postage".
I might give it a shot.
But, if anyone has any other suggestions feel free I love my HomeHub 6, never had an issue with it. It works flawlessly, I also split my SSIDs, the range is great too
I actually stopped using a custom router when I got my smarthub, it had better range.
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Stupid question - but what am I looking for to say any unit is a combined modem router?
Ain't such a thing as a stupid question.
Look for ADSLx/VDSLx in the routers description.
ADSLx for normal broadband and VDSLx for fibre.
Thanks, IanBB
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Yes, you presumably want to buy a router that has a VDSL (and perhaps ADSL) modem that will connect to a phone line. A number of the more expensive routers don't do this, they just have an ethernet port that connects to a separate modem such as the BT supplied HG612.
If you have FTTC to a Huawei cabinet, then its best to find a VDSL router that supports g.inp
Michael Chare
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I will find out for you.
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OP, as you're willing to spend a couple of hundred you should buy the very best modem router money can buy.
Going for one of the 4 stream Mu-Mimo routers such as Billion 8900AX, Asus DSL-AC88U or TP Link VR2800 will be your best bet. All of these use the latest (or new-ish) Broadcom xDSL chipsets and wifi coverage will be the dogs you-know-what. When I recently tried the VR2800 on my backup TalkTalk FTTC line, it gave me the highest attainable rate ever - 85Mb. Amazon were recently selling the VR2800 for £159.99 which imho is an excellent price but I think they've jacked up their prices again.
Edited by deleted (Fri 29-Sep-17 12:34:00)
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These look great, thanks for your suggestions. I will do some research and read up on these models.
Best wishes.
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Did you find out William?
Tim
www.uno.net.uk & freenetname
Asus DSL-N55U and ZyXEL VMG1312-B10A Bridge on 80/20 Meg Fibre
Speed Test
Current Sync: 79050/19661
BQM
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These look great, thanks for your suggestions. I will do some research and read up on these models.
Best wishes. I have a homehub 6 laying around, used for around 7 months, one leg missing but stands up fine. Never had a problem or reboot in that time (apart from essential stuff). Happy to post to you.
Edited by ukhardy07 (Sat 30-Sep-17 00:21:57)
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Yes, it's the BCM63167.
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These look great, thanks for your suggestions. I will do some research and read up on these models.
Best wishes. I have a homehub 6 laying around, used for around 7 months, one leg missing but stands up fine. Never had a problem or reboot in that time (apart from essential stuff). Happy to post to you.
Thanks for your kind offer, but it's quite alright at the moment. I think I'm going to go for the Billion mentioned in this thread.
Best wishes and thank you.
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Awesome!
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Yes, it's the BCM63167.
Can't find much on the chipset other than it is in the BT Hub.
Tim
www.uno.net.uk & freenetname
Asus DSL-N55U and ZyXEL VMG1312-B10A Bridge on 80/20 Meg Fibre
Speed Test
Current Sync: 79050/19661
BQM
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Hmm, well it's a lot better than that!
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How do you know have you got a Hub 6?
Tim
www.uno.net.uk & freenetname
Asus DSL-N55U and ZyXEL VMG1312-B10A Bridge on 80/20 Meg Fibre
Speed Test
Current Sync: 79050/19661
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