For Those Who Work Hard
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Homes have recently undergone a massive transformation. The spare room has become a home office, and the kitchen multi-tasks as an online classroom, so every centimetre in every room needs fast, secure WiFi. |
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You need to maximise wireless performance when there are Zoom calls in the living room, Microsoft Teams meetings in the dining room and BBC Bitesize streaming in the bedroom. |
Your router is the foundation of your home network
It’s the key to unlocking your maximum wireless speeds and providing wired connections to interruption sensitive devices. Not sure what to look for in a router? Here's a quick guide to picking the right router:
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Dual-Band
Make sure your router is broadcasting on the 5Ghz channel as well as 2.4Ghz. Connect bandwidth-hungry devices to the 5Ghz channel to take advantage of the higher data transmission speeds for smoother streaming, especially for video conference calls. Two-way video conversations via conferencing platforms like Skype, Zoom and Webex require steady upload as well as download connections to avoid freezing mid-sentence.
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4G
When your mobile data connection is faster than your broadband, a 4G router uses a SIM card to provide a wireless connection. Check the 4G router is unlocked so you can choose the best data plan and SIM card provider for your budget.
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Business continuity
A 4G router provides a failover back up connection should your broadband connection fail. Connect the WAN/LAN port via an Ethernet cable to use your ISP connection and add a SIM card for 4G back up.
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WiFi expanding features
High-performance antenna increase the range of your wireless signal. Advanced technology like MU-MIMO makes sure that your router can serve data to multiple devices at the same time, therefore, improving performance in busy households.
Network ExpansionSometimes you simply need more Ethernet connections for wired devices. Your router will have Ethernet ports. Check the LAN and WAN ports are Gigabit for maximum data transfer speeds. When you need extra ports, like an extension lead for your electrical sockets, an unmanaged switch increases the number of Ethernet connections for your home office. Unmanaged switches are a plug and play solution that doesn’t require any configuration. Choose a fanless design to prevent unnecessary interruptions in your home or home office. Products for network expansion: |
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AC1200 Wireless Dual Band 4G LTE Router
Archer MR400
Up to 15% Discount
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AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router
Archer C6
Up to 30% Discount
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5-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Desktop Switch
TL-SG105S
Up to 30% Discount
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