2015-08-16 Sunday - Netgear Nighthawk AC1900 Smart Wifi Router Model R7000

Today I installed a new wifi router in preparation for the Wave G gigabit internet service that will be activated tomorrow for my home office.

I purchased the Nighthawk AC1900 Smart Wifi Router (model R7000) by Netgear, from a local Frys.com for $178.99 (also available on Amazon)

• AC1900 WiFi – 600+1300 Mbps speeds
• 1GHz Dual Core Processor
• Upstream & downstream QoS for best gaming & video streaming experience
• Prioritized bandwidth for streaming videos or music
• Now with NETGEAR genie with remote access
• Easy & automatic installation of the NETGEAR router with current Internet provider gateway to upgrade your WiFi
• Free automatic backup software for Windows PC & Time Machine compatible for Macs
• Beamforming+ improves range & performance
• High powered amplifiers & antennas to extend your WiFi coverage
• Manage your home network with NETGEAR genie
• ReadySHARE USB Access – Wirelessly access & share USB hard drive & printer via 2 USB ports
• ReadySHARE Vault – Free software for automatic PC backup to a connected USB hard drive   
• VPN Support – Secure access to your home network
• Personal FTP service – Cusotmize free URL to create FTP server  
• Open Source Support – Download open source firmware from http://www.myopenrouter.com
• Guest Network Access – Separate & secure access for guests
• -Parental Controls – Website filtering for all your connected devices