Options for new ADSL modem/router to replace DG384GT

[paulhurleyuk]

I've been a sky customer for over eleven years, and for a long part of that have had a white Netgear DG384GT. Over the last year its become problematic. Every day one of the dozen or so wireless devices in the house (tablet, laptop, phone) gets refused a connection. Restarting the device has no effect but restarting the DG384GT resolves the issue.

I've phoned sky several times to no luck, and the last time they suggested a new router might be needed, but as mine is 'out of warranty' I would have to pay for a new Sky one. As what I read is that its not great, and pricey I'd rather spend my money on my own modem/router. I've recorded my current username and password via a website and the MAC address.

Any suggestions for suitable ADSL modem/routers that are likely to work with my connection. I've read the threads about PPOa / MER but can't tell which my line will support (I assume PPOa due to the age of the router). Ideally I'd pay about £50-£70.

[tenar]

these router are now being replaced for free

[Isitme]

I have also read that the DG834GT is being replaced free, except postage. Later routers out of warranty cost about £30 to replace.

If you want to buy your own there are plenty of recommendations on the forum. One of the best value for money routers is the http://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-LINK-D2-W...ss+adsl+router It is the latest wireless AC spec, has gigabit ports and is dual band. It can aso be used if you convert to fibre in the future.

I don't think you need worry about MER, I think all Sky ADSL lines have been converted to PPPoA.

[paulhurleyuk]

I have also read that the DG834GT is being replaced free, except postage. Later routers out of warranty cost about £30 to replace.

Interesting. Both the phone support person and the social media person I contacted via Twitter have said I'm out of warranty so will have to pay for a new Sky Hub. I wonder if there's some magic thing to say to get a free replacement (like 'I want to leave' maybe).

If you want to buy your own there are plenty of recommendations on the forum. One of the best value for money routers is the http://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-LINK-D2-W...ss+adsl+router It is the latest wireless AC spec, has gigabit ports and is dual band. It can aso be used if you convert to fibre in the future.

I don't think you need worry about MER, I think all Sky ADSL lines have been converted to PPPoA.

Cool, good to know, and thanks for the recomendation. That was on my wishlist, along with Asus DSL-N55U - 300Mbps Dual Band Wireless N Router ADSL 2/2+ Modem Router, 802.11n, Gigabit Lan, Gigabit LAN, 2x USB, Print FTP UPnP Server, HD Streaming, 3 Year Warranty: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories