100mbps adequate for Cinema Connection kit?

[GATownsend]

Hi Everyone,

Moving in about a week and switching back to DirecTV as part of the move. Getting the whole-house DVR with two HD DVRs and an HD box, and also getting the Cinema Connection Kit. One DVR and connection kit will be very close to the router. I'm guessing 100mbps is adequate for this and I don't need gigabit ethernet, but figured I'd check since I also will be buying a new router as part of this process.

Thanks,

Gary

 

[jdspencer]

My DSL modem router is 100mbps and it works just fine.

 

[charper1]

Although Gigabit isnt needed for this application, why not be future-proof since you are buying your router new? Your overall network will thank you in the long run. Same goes for cable runs; CAT6a is hardly any additional dollars for the upgrade.

 

[isaacmorseMI]

I also recommend Gigabit for future proofing. I have a D-Link DIR-655. Very solid Wireless N router and it has Gigabit Ports.

 

[GATownsend]

Thanks for the feedback. I'm getting a headache reading all the gigabit wireless N router reviews, but I guess I'll persevere and pick one.

 

[charper1]

The D-Link DIR-655 is a top notch unit. About $80

D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router



I also like the DGS-1008P Gigabit switch


http://www.dlink.com/products/?pid=805



and CAT6 cables from Monoprice

http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10232

 

[isaacmorseMI]

The D-Link DIR-655 is a top notch unit. About $80

D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router

Only $70 on Newegg. I've never had any problems with mine.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127215

 

[charper1]

and $10 off, nice... I have had mine for a while and no issues either; great device.

 

[johns70]

Your actual Internet speed in your house is no where near that.

Gigabit router won't make any difference.

 

[isaacmorseMI]

Your actual Internet speed in your house is no where near that.

Gigabit router won't make any difference.

Yeah but it is always good to future proof.

 

[johns70]

Yeah but it is always good to future proof.

Future proof what ? Plan on getting 1gigabit Internet in the house within the next few years ?

 

[isaacmorseMI]

Future proof what ? Plan on getting 1gigabit Internet in the house within the next few years ?

Future proof your router. So when 1 gigabit speeds arrive you won't have to buy a new router. 10/100 doesn't support the new 105/10 speeds from Comcast or 150/35 from Verizon FiOS.

 

[charper1]

Its all about overall network throughput and capacity, not solely one's internet speed Johns. Even though those speeds in the home are approaching quickly.

 

[goaliebob99]

I use gigabit all the time! Granted I'm pulling raw hd video off of my nas, to fcp for editing!