Best price ever for the TP-Link Deco X68 AX3600 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router System (3-Pack).
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TP-Link Deco X68 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router System (3-Pack) $349 (Was $499) + Delivery ($0 VIC, NSW, QLD C&C) @ Scorptec
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if you are happy with wifi coverage of your current system, stick to them. These are good for wifi coverage in large properties and data transfer within wifi network. this will not increase your internet speed.
As AAN says. Don't bother unless you have poor current wifi coverage. We have 50/20 fttn and had one wifi for a 3 bedroom house. Worked fine but when you went outside started to drop off. Got this and it's an improvement but it's not life changing. I don't regret buying it but don't bother unless you t current wifi coverage is spotty and you see some very slow speeds due to poor coverage.
Brilliant thanks for the response.
Do normal routers really make much of a difference for speeds though here in Aus? I don't imagine the standard routers are the limiting factor here but rather the plans we have available to us
Thank you. I have a small flat with poor coverage outside too, I would’ve thought this would make a night and day difference to coverage/connection (not speed). Bit of a let down! Thanks for heads up
Routers do not improve your speed. A "router" is a specific function that passes traffic between different IP address ranges.
So you verbally only need ONE router in your house, that's the device that connects to your internet. The rest of the devices are not routers, per se, they are Wi-Fi access points.There's a lot more to good Wi-Fi coverage than just adding extra access points. Getting good coverage is dependent on thinks like:
- the channel the access point uses and channels that other access points use in the area.
- where the access points are positioned.
- do they use wired backhaul or do they have a separate channel for backhaul.
- the materials of your building (home/office), e.g. double brick, double glazed glass, concrete etc.
- the transmitting power.
- the frequency choice 2.4 vs 5 vs 6 GHz.
Don't just take one person's advice on it working or not in their particular scenario.
Flats are often concrete walls, or many walls, so getting coverage outside is often difficult if your access point is inside. Signals don't penetrate these materials well. If you want outdoor coverage in a particular area, you might be better to get an outdoor access point that is directonial, and if possible, hard wire it.
https://www.mwave.com.au/searchresult?w=Outdoor+Access+Point…Or if you're buying something like this, to get better coverage, consider placing it as close as possible to the door/window, with clear line of sight to the outside.
Consider changing the channel, use a tool like Wi-Fi Analyzer on your phone to see what the other Wi-Fis are using and change yours so it's on a unique channel.I agree with thedriver, you were misguided by non-tech guys from their so called first-hand experience, technology doesn't work that way.
If you sail the high seas, have multiple devices in a medium size place it's worth it imo
Good deal.
Same here, also have 3 Deco M5 AC1300 home WiFi, working well with Aussie Broadband 50/20 plan. I also suspect this AX3600 WiFi will only improve home WiFi speed slightly, of course internet speed will still remain the same.
Lots of peoples here just throw out false information. I setup network for client, althought haven't touch x68 yet, but AX network work much better than your old AC wifi. So this will upgrade your network lots better, only if your device are AX Wifi. Wifi network speed isn't same as cable, you cannot directly compare them, so yes you will need this wifi to fully utilise your 100mb internet. Even you only have a few AX device, and because they mixed used with old device, and also given that most used/important device are newer and support AX, so still big improment over old Wifi.
I think only devices with AX support will benefit when transferring data between these devices, in my case my iPhone, MacBook Pro and PC desktop support AX Wifi, so I can only see the benefit in speed when transferring large amount of data e.g. big video files between these devices. My overall internet experience with all these devices will still be the same comparing with an AC Wifi network.
Can these replace my router that I use for fttn NBN?
Or does this need to connect to my existing router?Both, ideally replaces. You still need a modem though, if your current is a modem/router then I think you set the x68 in bridge mode.
Not quite correct but close. You set your modem/router in Bridge mode. This means your modem/router works only as a modem and the primary X68 becomes your router.
This doesn't seem to have VDSL support so you will still need current NBN router for Wall/NBN to router. The connect another wire from NBN router to this Mesh router (I think in bridge mode). You can disable wifi on NBN router and use the Mesh router for wireless internet.
If my NBN is HFC, do I need a separate modem or can I use this straight with the NBN box
Plug in the Deco to the nbn box for HFC.
There is a Deco unit with VDSL support though.
Which one is that?
FTTN connections need a modem, so your device will be a modem router. You'll need to keep that. But you can add the X68 to it, one of two ways
1. Put the current modem/router in Bridge mode. This means your current router won't do any wifi. You'll add the X68 to it as the router and the X68 will do the authentication with your RSP (provider). The X68 will also do the wifi.
2. Keep your modem router in its current configuration. Add the X68 as a mesh wifi.
Ideally, you'd move the X68 as far away as possible from your router. That way you can expand your coverage. Your devices will roam between your router wifi and your x68 mesh wifi.
Postage and surcharge gets it to the same price as previous deals for WA customers, but still decent all the same
I have 2 of these in 190m2 single storey house and they're excellent.
Streams 4k remux files to TV no probs, something that my old Deco M5's struggled with.
Phone usage on the wifi is much snappier too, with no change to my ISP speed.
Wireless backhaul on second node?
Yes, dedicated wireless backhaul was the primary reason for purchase. In my experience the price to performance of the X68 is chefs kiss.
I assume the nodes are closer together with lesser walls/obstructions for signal?
@vinni9284: Yes, the walls are gyproc which helps. The first node is plugged into the nbn and second node is 2 rooms over.
@vinni9284: No probs. The PC is roughly the same distance again from the second node and streaming big files from it is great.
@bataleon: @bataleon so it is set up this way?
NBN box > x68?
OR
NBN box > modem > x68?I've just bought the two pack and have my own tp link, so wondering what would be The best use case for a relatively smaller, single layer duplex.
@lordra: The NBN box plugged straight into the x68 via ethernet. You won't need your old modem/router anymore.
Tplink recommends positioning the satellite Deco 2 rooms away from the main Deco if possible. Not essential though.
@bataleon: Oooo awesome!
I have the ArcherV2100, and it seems to be working great.
But now that I have this, I suppose I should swap it out for better performance.
Then I'll be stuck with the ArcherV2100 and won't know what to do with it. (Gumtree it I suppose).@lordra: Awesome indeed! Yes, I would definitely replace the Archer with one of your x68 units.
As it happens, I used to own the Archer v2100 too. I replaced the Archer with Deco M5's, and have now replaced my M5's with the x68's.
I might have got $50 for the Archer or thereabouts. $50 is $50 though!
Enjoy :)
@Twix: How did you know I was with spintel? 🤔😁
I was until two days ago. Just switched.
I can pm you the deets if you like?
You're better off with 2 x XE75pro if you have a wired ethernet backhaul to the second node.
You're better off with a product that cost $300 more? lol?
$130 more off ebay.
503 for 3 pack at GGC, I sold one at 180
Not the pro version, but unless you have faster than Gb internet it makes no difference
@noise36: The higher gb port allows for a better throughput in the immediate future. 1Gb now is becoming affordable therefore 1gb+ speeds are around the corner. Why get older gen for a little cheaper?
@vinni9284: It may be starting to get affordable but it's still not accessible for the vast majority of the country.
Regardless, by the time we get speeds over 1 gig all of these units will be very heavily outdated making this all irrelevant. Most definitely not around the corner.
@bert-lifts: Then newer tech unit is only $120 more lol. It's a price of a full tank a fuel. You're making it sound like you need a mortgage to buy it. Superloop has a $99 pm deal 1Gbs in a major city.
Any point in getting this when there is wifi6e?
*wifi7
The XE75PRO is around $480 off ebay with plus membership. There wont be many supported devices for wifi 7 (apart from Wifi 7 adapter PC). 2.5 Gbps ethernet backhaul speed is a bonus. Wifi 6E is more supported with latest devices. Now with 1Gbps internet becoming more mainstream, IMO the XE75PRO is my recommendation.
Do you mind sharing a link?
@vinni9284: Any with a 3pack? I think my house would be better with 3.
1 inounge. 1 middle and 1 upstairs
Non pro version is $503 at gg commercial for a 3 pack
If possible that you have an ethernet backhaul, I'd stick to the 2 x pro.
Would you pick 2x pro over 3x non-pro?
@vinni9284: 2.5Gb wired back-haul only really useful for those with greater than 1Gbps internet which is none in Australia.IMO much better having another satellite for stronger wifi signals around you house
@safwanc: Depends on size on your house, for larger houses having and extra satellite is very useful.
GG commercial has the DECO-XE75(2-PACK) for $345.
While an extra ethernet port at 2.5GB is great , its actually useless for more people, which is why I didnt pay the extra to get it.
@noise36: Regardless, I'd spend the extra for the newer tech. Christmas is around the corner so I'm confident that I'll buy the pro for the same price as your non pro. Superloop has 1Gbs deal for $99 pm. Next year IMO, you'll start to get 1.25 - 1.5Gbs deals. It's worth IMO to invest a little more in future proofing. It's not priced to sell your kidney.
@vinni9284: All someday maybe stuff mate. If happy to pay more why not just get wifi 7 and be done with it?
@vinni9284: https://www.amazon.com.au/TP-Link-BE11000-Whole-Home-System/dp/B0CJJ712ZX/?encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=iUpF5&content-id=amzn1.sym.f8cb1bd1-aeac-493c-be53-97c7cb120e56%3Aamzn1.symc.573c83ff-b207-408b-b0c7-3d92bb6b7d04&pf_rd_p=f8cb1bd1-aeac-493c-be53-97c7cb120e56&pf_rd_r=YVQKQCBYKGJ9WGZS2XPN&pd_rd_wg=qyDHb&pd_rd_r=5bcc7c3c-65e6-4161-88a3-92b35b16dbf0&ref=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mr_hp_atf_m&th=1
I have this. It's excellent. Does what I need, easy ios interface, no drop outs, just works.
We are not gamers, just wanted stability
One thing I miss from my billion 7800 that this does not have is virtual server (local dns). It also can be slow to assign a network address e.g. when you wake up a windows pc. One time it did a software update on its own and it dropped the whole table of ip address reservations. It also doesn’t work well with the OG google home and even chromecast 4K. What i do like is that Wifi 6 is very quick and for my usage I wouldn’t even bother with wired ethernet.
This is a basic mesh system that caters for 98% of the market that has wifi coverage issues. And it works well for most. When you start getting beyond and into complex networking routers, Asus RT-AX86U pro or Ubiquiti DM pro comes to my mind
Bought from previous deal and quite happy with the setup. I had a TP-Link wifi router and a extender. Now the coverage is much much better. Casting audio or video to other devices via the phone is also much faster and I can now stream higher quality files to my TV via Plex.
XE75 2 or 3 pack from GGC is a better deal
Xe75pro where 'pro' = 2.5Gb ethernet wired output
not sure most people with 100/20i.ternet will feel the difference
Please search the prices for XE75 & the XE75Pro. The pro is chesper as the non pro is becoming redundant. So to answer your question, most people will feel the difference….. in the pocket.
@vinni9284: not sure where u see cheaper? good guys commercial membership can be had via several methods and 2pack is 345 and 3 pack XE75 is 503. Moreover i was able to process match good guys commercial at Harvey Norman for same price.
@vinni9284: like I mentioned, it is via different methods, like if you are with sun super (now Australia retirement), origin energy. A lot more listed on this page
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/wiki/tggc_access
Also like I mentioned, Harvey Norman price matched TGG commercial for me
@truebunny: I haven't got the ggc membership and don't affiliate with all the entities that require to jump all over the hoops to be eligible. I'd personally rather get 2 x XE75Pro in wired backhaul rather than 3 x XE75 nodes. The 2.5Gbs erhernet will provide more than enough bandwidth when i ugrade my 1gbs plan. Furthermore, 6Ghz frequency wireless backhaul IMO is greatly compromised if the distances of the nodes are further apart. YMMV
3 pack is $799 though.
Ebay recently had it for $715. With ebay plus 10% off, it further dropped it to ~ $715 - $71.5 = $643.50
Christmas is around the corner503 at TGG commercial
We have this. Outstanding, just works, my son's a mad gamer & zero complaints.
100% recommended.
Do you just connect this to your existing router ? thanks
Deco replaces your router most of the time. If you want to use your existing router for a specific reason you'd configure the Deco as a Wi-Fi access point.
- Do you have FTTN, FTTB, FTTC, FTTP, HFC?
- Do you use a phone service or use the 4G fail over supplied by your ISP?
Actually I am not too sure. I am using the router the NBN company provided. I did watch the YouTube instruction and they just connect the mesh system to the router. Is replacing the existing router give you better speed? Or if I just use it as Wi-Fi access point will I notice any speed improvement? Thank you
Have a look here and tell me what it says.
Replacing the existing router with a Deco or using Deco as a Wi-Fi access point can give you better speed. How fast is your plan?
I have a wired backhaul in a newly built house. Router in the garage is provided by ISP. I just plant to connect 2 of these one in the opposite side of garage on ground floor and one on 1st floor. Do I need to replace router with 3rd one or just connect 2 of them to Ethernet.
no you don't need new router, just plug in these into exiting router and setup all in one go, then move them to desired place. using ethernet is the best way to setup wifi.
Thanks mate
Deco's default to being setup as a router. By just plugging Deco into your existing router you have setup a double NAT.
Thanks for pointing out that. Yes should use AP mode, or use tplink as the main router. I remember when I setup x55 it's asking router or ap mode now, different with older model, but I won't bother to find it out.
Does this come with standard Australian plug?
Can it get cheaper than this Friday come Black Friday?
Aussie plug. I don't think so as this is an early Black Friday deal.
this or aimesh? current router is ax86u in garage.
Can anyone tell me if these any real world difference in using different routers for the average joe?
Like given my internet plan is only 100/20 and I currently have 3 deco m-5s would upgrading my router system have any impact without upgrading to a much better plan?