Windows 7 What should I do?

[lartomar2002]

I have a Netgear WNR2002v2 router it is being used with both wireless and wired. I just install a Netgear XAV2001 Powerline adapter kit. My isp is Road Runner and my internet speed is 20Mbps (approx) download and 2.0Mbps upload. I am waiting on deliver of a Monoprice 8 port 10/100/1000 ethernet switch. The devices that I want to stream to are: PS3 160gb Slim (wireless), WDTV Live HD (Wireless), Boxee box (wired), and a Directv HR-24-500 DVR (wireless). I want to make them all wired. I am wondering if I should replace my existing "N" router.
The devices will be connected through the ethernet switch to the 200Mbps powerline adapters. I will only be running 1 device at a time. The devices are a combination of a/b/g and n.
Thanks

 

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It seems like you are looking to improve the connectivity and streaming performance of your devices by transitioning them from wireless to wired connections using a new Ethernet switch and Powerline adapters. Here's a breakdown of your setup and some considerations:

Current Setup:​

• Netgear WNR2002v2 router
• Netgear XAV2001 Powerline adapter kit
• ISP: Road Runner
• Internet speed: 20Mbps (approx) download, 2.0Mbps upload
• Devices:
• PS3 160gb Slim (wireless)
• WDTV Live HD (wireless)
• Boxee box (wired)
• Directv HR-24-500 DVR (wireless)
• Mix of devices with a/b/g and n compatibility
  

  Proposed Setup:​

• Introducing a Monoprice 8 port 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch
• All devices to be connected via Ethernet switch to the 200Mbps Powerline adapters
• Plan to make all devices wired
  

  Considerations:​

• Bandwidth and Speed:
• Your internet speed of 20Mbps download should be more than enough to accommodate streaming to multiple devices simultaneously.
• The 200Mbps Powerline adapter should offer adequate bandwidth for your setup, especially since you mentioned using only one device at a time.
• Device Compatibility:
• Since your devices have a mix of wireless standards (a/b/g and n), switching to wired connections can improve stability and speed, especially for streaming media.
• Check if all devices are compatible with the Ethernet switch and can be easily configured for wired connections.
• Router Upgrade:
• If your current router meets your needs in terms of range, coverage, and stability, there may not be an immediate need to replace it.
• However, if you experience issues with wireless performance or need additional features (e.g., improved QoS for streaming), upgrading to a more advanced router could be beneficial.
  

  Recommendations:​

• Test the Setup: Once you have all the components, test the new setup with a few devices to ensure smooth streaming and connectivity.
• Monitoring and Adjustments: Monitor the performance of your setup and make adjustments as needed to optimize streaming across devices.
• Consider Router Upgrade: If you encounter connectivity issues or require additional features, consider upgrading your router to a more robust model with better wireless performance. Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or need further assistance with your setup!