This router is amazing! It took me about 30 mins to set up 2 of them in a mesh config. I now have full strength Wi-Fi throughout the whole house. I have Verizon FiOS and my previous Wi-Fi Setup was a Verizon Quantum Gateway (AC1750 modem/router) and a LynkSys AC1750 Range Extender. I had endless problems with this setup, starting with the the fact that it was really 4 networks (2 x 2.4GHz and 2 x 5GHz). I have a lot of devices in the house and no one ever knew which network to choose the get the best connection. After installing the 2 OnHubs in the Mesh config, I have only one network and it works very well. For those wondering if this works with FiOS, the answer is yes. Here's what I did for my new setup:
I have Internet and TV (no DVR's) from Verizon. As such, I did not need to keep the Verizon Gateway in the network. If you do have DVR's, and/or want the channel guide on your TV service, you will have to include the Verizon Gateway in your network (go to dslreports.com or youtube to see how). I also have the signal from the OTN (outside Verizon box) to the Gateway coming in over Ethernet. If yours comes in over Coaxial cable, you will need to have Verizon switch it (if you are taking the Gateway out of the network). This can be done over the phone if you run your own Ethernet cable. Just call the Verizon FiOS support line and ask them to switch your internet from Coax to Ethernet. If you want them to run it, that will require a service call. Before you start, install the Google WiFi App from Google Play or the App Store onto your mobile phone.
Steps I took to set these up:
1) Release the IP on the Verizon Gateway before turning it off. Click on My Network icon, then select Network Connections item. Click on Broadband Connection (Ethernet) in the table to see the properties for your WAN port. Write down the MAC address for the ethernet WAN port, you may need it later. Scroll down and click Settings. Click the Release button, then Apply. Your internet light will go Red.
2) Immediately unplug the Verizon Gateway. If you leave it plugged in, it will Reacquire the IP Address from Verizon and you'll have to do step 1 again.
3)Unplug the Ethernet from the Verizon Gateway WAN port and plug it in to the WAN port on your OnHub. Plug in the power for the OnHub. It will boot up and the light on the top will flash blue. Now to the Google WiFi App and follow the instructions. The OnHub will update its firmware (this enable the Mesh Networking) and set up the OnHub.
At this point you will have Wi-Fi set up and running on the OnHub.
If you have a second unit that you want to use in a Mesh setup, unplug the first OnHub from the power and WAN, then plug in the second OnHub and connect it to your internet Ethernet WAN cable. Set it up as a separate network. This will cause it to update it's firmware. After it's updated, unplug the WAN cable and perform a factory reset. After that, unplug it and set it aside. Plug the first unit back in to power and the WAN cable. This will enable the first network you created. Test it using the app. After that, plug the power into the second OnHub, but not the WAN. Now use the app to add a WiFi Point. The App will find the second OnHub and set it up as a WiFi Point. You can then move it to where you want it in the house. Your coverage will be excellent. If you have Ethernet running between your router site (OnHub 1) and the WiFi Point (OnHub 2), you can connect them via Ethernet cable. This enables wired backhaul, which gives faster speeds between them.
The OnHub does only have one GigE port on the unit. I needed more, so I bought aTP-Link 8 port GigE Switch. I plugged it into the LAN port on the back of the OnHub, then plugged in my wired devices. They all work fine.
If you've been frustrated with your Wi-Fi, I strongly recommend this router. It's easy to set up and just works!
One last note: Google is now selling "Google Wi-Fi" in single or 3 packs. Those are AC1200. The OnHub, although older, is AC1900 and has better hardware. They both use the same firmware and the same app. The OnHub is a much better buy at this point.
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Super Fast Wi-FiOnHub delivers speeds of up to 1900 mbps to help with smooth streaming and gaming. |
Helps Eliminate Dead ZonesOnHub’s 13 powerful internal antennas provide reliable coverage throughout your home. |
Connect 100+ devicesEasy-to-setup network for every device in your home and those you’ll add in the future. |
Super fast Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi that keeps up with you shouldn’t be too much to ask. OnHub helps you enjoy uninterrupted streaming and gaming with fast Wi-Fi speeds up to 1900 mbps. And if you’re streaming a movie or downloading a large file, OnHub allows you to boost the Wi-Fi speed on a particular device for the fastest Wi-Fi when it matters most.
Helps eliminate dead zones
OnHub helps eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones with 13 powerful internal antennas. It provides coverage for most homes up to 2,500 square feet, and its unique circular design is meant to be placed out in the open for a strong, reliable signal throughout your entire house.
Connect 100+ devices
With OnHub, your Wi-Fi stays fast, even if you have a household full of connected devices. And getting those devices on is simple and easy with the Google On app. So everyone in the home can stream, share, download, and game—all at the same time. Once you have your OnHub, download the free Google On App to help you set up and manage OnHub right from your phone or tablet. Prioritize bandwidth to a device or troubleshoot issues, at home or away.
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TP-Link OnHub AC1900 Best/Fastest solution for my Sonos Home Theater in 2 Story Home. Better than these 10 other high end device
I live in a 2 story home about 2,256 sqft. I tried almost all the high end whole wifi systems and found this one device to be best option for me and most reliable out of the list below.My ratings from best to worst1) TP-Link OnHub AC19002) 2 Orbi's3) Google Wifi4) Luma5) eero Home Wifi System6) Portal (Smart Gigabit Wi-Fi System)7) ZyXel Wifi Access Point (WAC6503D-S)8) linksys Velop AC66009) TP-link AC1750 Wifi Range Extender10) NETGEAR Nighthawk X4 AC220011) NETGEAR AC1900 WiFi Range ExtenderMy setup:I use Sonos for my home theater. About 12 speakers including sonos amp for 2 ceiling speakers, 2 subwoofers and boost. So I always been having sound dropouts when streaming or even watching TV. I noticed hardly any sound dropouts when I switched to OnHub AC1900. I was most impressed when all it came was one device instead of 2,3,etc devices to place all around the house and cheaper.AT&T U-verse fiber installed their modem/router in my living room where my tv setup was at so I tested speeds on my laptops and tv's with amazon fire tv upstairs. Found TP-link to be faster than Google's whole home wifi and less dropouts.On Orbi whole system (2 orbi's one downstairs and one upstairs).. I was getting 310MBPS upstairs. Fastest speeds out of all the other systems including TP-Link but not on all devices and sometimes did get audio dropouts downstairs in my tv room. Much better than before but still got some drop outs.Overall TP-Link I feel was best for me since I got less dropouts and great speeds on my devices, plus it's only one device and cheaper route**Update* April 2017.I switched backto Orbi with 3 Orbi's total. My internet was clogged up when I was watching a stream on twitch, downloading a game & watching youtube with 2 TP-Link OnHub's. I decided to try out 3 Orbi's. (1 is the orbi router, and 2 satellites.. located downstairs and 1 upstairs). I have no issues now with streaming too much. Didnt freeze and internet was still good. new speed photos below.
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