Router for PS3 : N+ vs. N - Blu-ray Forum

househead · 02-20-2009, 05:26 PM

Getting comcast high speed installed this weekend and need a new wireless router.

My PS3 will be hard wired to the router. Is there reason to spend the extra $$$ for N+ gigabit if the PS3 is wired in? Is the advantage only in the wireless aspect or will it be noticeable on wired ports too?

Thanks!

And sorry if my wording is wrong. I appreciate the help!

Cyorg · 02-20-2009, 05:43 PM

Don't spend the extra money if your connecting via ethernet. N is only for wireless.
On the other hand, G is on the way out, so if you plan on getting any other wireless devices you might just want to get the N.

brett_day · 02-20-2009, 05:46 PM

and even then the ps3 is not an N rated device just G

groovyone · 02-20-2009, 05:48 PM

Like they already said, no impact to hardlined, PS3 is only G.

househead · 02-20-2009, 06:35 PM

perfect. thank you guys - much appreciated

1Fish2FishRedFishBlu · 02-20-2009, 07:15 PM

If you are worried about the security of the PS3 do one of 2 things. Dont use the N+ router... and or disable the wireless ability when you are not actively using the connection.

chnandler_bong · 02-20-2009, 07:25 PM

Also, if you are wired to the router and not wireless, the only benefit you'll see from the Gigabit connection is if your media server is also on a Gigabit connection.

Speaking of which, does anyone have a recommendation for a Gigabit DLNA or uPnP NAS?

Sonny · 02-20-2009, 07:29 PM

I use an N router with 3 PS3's(G) 1 MacBook (N) 1 MacBook Pro (N) & 2 iPhones. So there is a TONS of stuff eating up that good O'l WiFi! It all works like a charm though!

groovyone · 02-20-2009, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sonny

I use an N router with 3 PS3's(G) 1 MacBook (N) 1 MacBook Pro (N) & 2 iPhones. So there is a TONS of stuff eating up that good O'l WiFi! It all works like a charm though!

What model do you use?

TauRus · 02-21-2009, 04:11 AM

My PS3 is wirelessly connected to D-Link DIR-655. Very happy with that router.

groovyone · 02-21-2009, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TauRus

My PS3 is wirelessly connected to D-Link DIR-655. Very happy with that router.

I bought that same router for my in-laws since they had just bought a new notebook with N wireless. They are very happy with it.

02-20-2009, 05:26 PM	#1
househead Banned Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Sep 2007 Home Theater Gallery:9 Trading Score:4	Router for PS3 : N+ vs. N Getting comcast high speed installed this weekend and need a new wireless router. My PS3 will be hard wired to the router. Is there reason to spend the extra $$$ for N+ gigabit if the PS3 is wired in? Is the advantage only in the wireless aspect or will it be noticeable on wired ports too? Thanks! And sorry if my wording is wrong. I appreciate the help!

02-20-2009, 05:43 PM	#2
Cyorg Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:San Antonio, TX. PSN ID: Cyorg Blu-ray collection:62 Blu-ray reviews:1	Don't spend the extra money if your connecting via ethernet. N is only for wireless. On the other hand, G is on the way out, so if you plan on getting any other wireless devices you might just want to get the N. Last edited by Cyorg; 02-20-2009 at 05:47 PM.

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brett_day Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Moore, Oklahoma Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:45 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	and even then the ps3 is not an N rated device just G

02-20-2009, 05:48 PM	#4
groovyone Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Location:PSNetwork: groovyone	Like they already said, no impact to hardlined, PS3 is only G.

02-20-2009, 06:35 PM	#5
househead Banned Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Sep 2007 Home Theater Gallery:9 Trading Score:4	perfect. thank you guys - much appreciated

02-20-2009, 07:15 PM	#6
1Fish2FishRedFishBlu Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:East Coast Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:321	If you are worried about the security of the PS3 do one of 2 things. Dont use the N+ router... and or disable the wireless ability when you are not actively using the connection.

02-20-2009, 07:25 PM	#7
chnandler_bong Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Sep 2007 4K collection:91 Blu-ray collection:598 DVD collection:182 Digital collection:97 iTunes collection:132 Trading Score:329	Also, if you are wired to the router and not wireless, the only benefit you'll see from the Gigabit connection is if your media server is also on a Gigabit connection. Speaking of which, does anyone have a recommendation for a Gigabit DLNA or uPnP NAS?

02-20-2009, 07:29 PM	#8
Sonny Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray reviews:6 Trading Score:1	I use an N router with 3 PS3's(G) 1 MacBook (N) 1 MacBook Pro (N) & 2 iPhones. So there is a TONS of stuff eating up that good O'l WiFi! It all works like a charm though!

02-21-2009, 04:11 AM	#10
TauRus Active Member Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Chicago NW burbs	My PS3 is wirelessly connected to D-Link DIR-655. Very happy with that router.

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