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Do I need a new router?

cybertez
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Registered: ‎20-08-2016

Do I need a new router?

Hi,

I'm upgrading from ADSL to Unlimited Fibre next week.

Do I need a new router?

When I ordered Unlimited Fibre last week, the rep said my
current router, a Huawei HG532 ADSL 2+ "should" be OK.

I wasn't convinced.

 

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MisterW
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Re: Do I need a new router?

@cybertez you're right not to be convinced. From what I can see the 532 does not have a vdsl capable modem.

You'll need a new router...

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newagetraveller
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Re: Do I need a new router?

I would have thought a new suitable router/modem (Hub One?) is sent out anyway whether the customer already has one suitable or not?

You're paying for it anyway!

cybertez
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Re: Do I need a new router?

Thanks any suggestions of make and model?
Or should I create a new thread and ask?
cybertez
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Registered: ‎20-08-2016

Re: Do I need a new router?

They said I could have a new one if I paid £6 postage.

I saw some posts saying the Hub One wasn't that good, so may go for another
model and make.

Strat
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Re: Do I need a new router?

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This topic has been moved from Fibre Broadband to My Router.
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