“Do you need a modem to power this router? And if you don’t need a modem is the router still good? I am looking for something to power my PC for gaming, i’m not sure if this would be the one because I do not have a Modem.”
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This router gets power from a standard wall outlet. If you mean signal, that depends on whether or not you have fiber or cable. Fiber - If the hookup inside your home is cat6 Ethernet from a fiber ONT then you do not need a modem. This device can be the “first” inline device in your house after the ONT(outside usually). Cable - If you have cable and the hookup inside your home is a white coax cable then you will need a modem as the “first” inline device and will likely place this router as the “second” inline device.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.A router is what its name implies... It routes network and internet traffic. You need an internet source if you want connection to the outside world. An internet service provider (ISP) is provided typically by cable and phone companies. A modem is a device that is necessary to host your internet connection to your home or business. It's the ISP's terminus to your location. Some modems can also double as a router, and will have several ethernet ports on it to handle more networking device connections. A simple modem (with no router capability) typically will only have two ports. One port for the incoming internet connection from the outside, and one port to connect your internal networking devices like a router or switch. The router can handle network traffic among internally connected devices, and it can do this to have devices talking to each other, whether you're connected to the internet or not. A router can handle both wired and wireless connected devices, as long as the router clearly is labeled as a wireless or wifi router. The ASUS RT-AC5300 can manage both wired and wireless device traffic. It's my guess that you want your internal network devices, not only connected and interacting with each other, but you probably also want connectivity to the internet. The ASUS RT-AC5300 is not a modem. The ASUS should receive it's internet connection from a modem to give the rest of your network access to the internet. If you have internet connectivity at your location now, it's most likely being served by a modem provided by your ISP, or by a modem you bought yourself.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Asus RT AC5300 is a modem and router, it is perfect for gaming.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I use this router in conjunction with a modem so that I can do online gaming!!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes you need a modem and that router is very good.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.This is only a router. Not a modem router combo unit. Personally I'd recommend choosing another brand. Mine lasted about 2 months then the wireless card went out. That was 4 months ago and Asus is a pain, and wont honor their warranty and replace it.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.This is just a router, not a router/modem combo. It will require a seperate modem.
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