Home Networking

198 readers

1 users here now

A community to help people learn, install, set up or troubleshoot their home network equipment and solutions.

Rules

Please stay on topic.
Please use the search function to look for keywords related to what you want to ask before posting since most common issues have been answered.
No Ads. This community is for support and discussion. Ads and self promotion are not welcome here.
No product reviews or announcements. If you have a question about a product, be specific about what you want to know.
Be civil. Don't be a jerk. Not being a jerk is surprisingly easy.
No URL shorteners. URL shorteners tend to hide the real use of a link. For this reason, please use normal links, even if they're long.
No affiliate links.
No gatekeeping. With profession shall come professionalism. Extend help without judging others for their ignorance. The same goes for downvoting of comments or posts for "stupid questions" or not being as knowledgeable as others.

founded 1 year ago

MODERATORS

communick@selfhosted.forum

rglullis@communick.news

Compatibility Question (alien.top)

submitted 11 months ago by bryguy991@alien.top to c/homenetworking@selfhosted.forum

3 comments fedilink hide all child comments

Hello. I am wondering about whether every home accommodates a connection to the internet via a modem. My home currently does not have wifi, but it does have a coaxial cable sticking out of one of its walls. Does this mean I can proceed? Or is there a more surefire way of guaranteeing my home can transmit the signals I need to connect to the internet?

you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments

[–] MakerMeCrazy@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

If you have a coax cable in the wall, it’s very likely you have what you need for home internet, minus the modem and router. Your ISP will set you up with service, and your modem will connect to that coax cable. The router then connects to the modem, and you get wired & wireless internet from there.

I recommend not using modem/router combos that ISPs offer, and getting your own devices. Just make sure that they will work with your ISP service.

[–] bryguy991@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Thanks for this. What sort of router do you recommend? I'm buying a 100mbps service, and am thinking about the TP-Link AC1900 archer a8. Would it be better to buy this cheap one new? Or a nicer, but slightly older router used?

[–] MakerMeCrazy@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

For a 100mbps service, the TP-Link AC1900 Archer A8 is a solid choice. If you're on a budget and want a new router, this one should meet your needs. However, if you're considering a nicer, slightly older router used, make sure it supports the required Wi-Fi standards for your devices. Look for at least AC1200 or higher. Additionally, check if the used router has any warranty or return options. If budget isn't a concern, buying a newer model with advanced features could provide better performance and support for future upgrades.

If you have a smart home or many smart devices minus cameras: It’s worth mentioning that the TP-Link Archer A8 does not support the Matter or Thread smart home protocols. The Matter protocol, formerly known as Project CHIP (Connected Home over IP), is designed to create a unified and secure smart home standard. Similarly, Thread is a low-power, IP-based wireless protocol for smart home devices. While the Archer A8 is a capable router, it does not have native support for these specific protocols. If you're looking for a router that supports Matter and Thread, you may want to consider other options that explicitly mention compatibility with these protocols.