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Don't think so. It is already in some places (Atlanta this summer) I think it is going to be implemented an area at a time, and they are probably testing in Atlanta.
So I would need a "normal" router at the modem, PLUS a router like this directly connect to that router, and then additional ones if needed? Just making sure I understand. This can't be used as the primary router?
they also make modem router combos
Cable modem connected to the first Luma. The Luma will act as your router and then additional Lumas will extend the coverage seamlessly.
Not sure what you're referring to but Luma has routing capabilities. There are a few other mesh wifi manufacturers out there and Google will be releasing one soon. I pointed out Luma since it's on sale and a pretty good deal IMO, but I don't have one. I am using an Asus RT-AC68U but I may migrate to one of these mesh networks in the next year or so.
OK, thanks. I think the original post said to plug the first Luma into the router.
So I would probably need to get a gigabit Ethernet router because I have some non-WiFi stuff (printer, pc, MyCloud)
Yep you would, but those are relatively inexpensive. I think I am waiting till Google's is released before deciding on which of these to go with. Eero is another brand to look at.
I know they are inexpensive, but it seems annoying to have to buy a bunch of stuff to only replace a $10/month item. I think it would take almost 2 years to recover the $$$.
It's not about recovering money, it's about providing a robust high speed network at home. Those all in one boxes from providers suck in comparison.
Hoping for good reviews once the new Google Wi-Fi starts shipping in a few weeks. $299 for 3 nodes would be sweet.
That price is awesome and I would imagine they will get good reviews, it's from google.
Is there some "dummies guide" to this kinda stuff? I get static IPs, put the ports stuff and the other very customizable options were always beyond me. Is that something a DIY would have to mess with?
I consider myself a basic user, although I know a good amount of stuff I never really used it.
Highly recommend going with one of the newer mesh wifi routers then, they have apps and make is really easy for you to setup. And No idea what belljr was talking about with setting up your X1 as passive, that's not a setting anywhere on my X1. Think he might be referring to the Comcast all in one modem and wifi router, if that's the case I'd dump that in a heart beat. Not nearly as good as a separate wifi router connected to your own modem IMO.
Sorry I meant Bridge mode. Yes I meant the COmcast one, if you get an X1 Modem/Router (I have theirs because of land line phone). Anyway, by default it acts as a modem and a router. You used to have to call so they would switch it but I think you can do it in the router/modem settings now (you couldn't before). By turning on Bridge mode it only acts as a modem and you need your own router. That's all I was saying. If you use theirs make sure to get it put into Bridge mode to use your own router. I have no problems using their modem
Yes, he's talking about the Comcast all in one - it's the unit I have (they make you have one with a "triple play package" as it will also handle your phone hoookups). Setting it to "passive" just means turning off it's router and wifi functions and having it operate as a modem only. I myself have an Asus "dark knight" router attatched to it (about the best non-AC router they make). It's got all the settings you'd likely ever need, but I don't know what 90% of it is (and I'm a fairly techy type guy). Port forwarding, VPN, throttling....all beyond me. I know not have your 2.4gHz or 5gHz networks on the same channel as anyone else, and to set your NAS (network attached storage) as a static IP address so you can find it easily. After that, I'm lost.....
I have that one too, as I use Xfinity for my landline phone. Good to know I only would need a Luma Router (or 2).
I have ~40-50 devices on my network, with 3-4 all streaming at once. It will choke the crap out of a combo and that combo will have coverage issues just like any other single device. That's why I am thinking about a mesh wifi network, much better coverage and speeds.
The signal from the antenna forms a donut, so the strongest coverage for each antenna is going to be perpendicular to the antenna. If you place the antenna pointing straight up, the strongest signal/coverage will be straight out away from the antenna. The weakest part of the signal is going to be in the area of the direction the end of the antenna is pointing to. If you have multiple floors to your home, usually the best coverage is going to be with antenna angles a mix of 45 degrees and 90 degrees. One story home you will probably be fine with all of the antenna pointing straight up. You can use this heatmapper app to figure out the wifi coverage in your home and modify the antenna to get the best coverage.
I did order it. It was super easy to set up and it is working great. We have one in the family room with the other media, one upstairs in the guest room, and one in the basement office. We did move the one from the master to the guest due to the ambient light. No difference in range that I can detect. I checked out the app more in the beginning, but now I just look at the FFA and porn.
I wouldn't think this is normal. Dead internal battery perhaps? Like BIOS on a desktop. Maybe you just got a lemon of a battery.
You may well be right. I read one post that said it has one, like a CMOS battery. But then everyone else seemed to agree it is stored in the .ini file on your computer. So the consensus seems to be no battery. So perhaps your .ini file is corrupt? Perhaps it could be deleted so it is forced to rebuild itself.
The config should be stored in NVRAM or non-volatile memory, no need for batteries.
Not in my bedroom you wouldn't (if it's the X1 combo) 
