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Using a personal router in a multiple tenant property can come with challenges. ResTech is here to help.

WHY USE A PERSONAL ROUTER

While your building may offer public WiFi hotspot, ResTech strongly recommends setting up a personal router if you have an ethernet connection in your unit. A personal network provides better security, reliability, and performance. Your dedicated connection won’t be affected by neighbors, and troubleshooting is much simpler.

You can purchase your own router or lease from ResTech for $9.99/month with included support.

OPTIMIZE YOUR WIFI PERFORMANCE

Placement Matters. Multi-unit buildings have significant interference from dozens of nearby networks. Place your router centrally in your unit, elevated on a shelf, away from windows and metal objects.

Use the 5GHz Band. The 2.4GHz frequency is extremely crowded in apartments. Use dual-band routers and connect to 5GHz whenever possible for better performance and less interference. Keep 2.4GHz available only for older devices that don’t support 5GHz.

Match Equipment to Your Speed. Your devices and router must support your internet plan speed.
An outdated router or device will limit speeds and capability regardless of your chosen service plan.

  • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for speeds 500 Mbps and above
  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for speeds 100-500 Mbps
  • Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) for speeds up to 100 Mbps

Restart Monthly. Unplug your router for 30 seconds once a month to clear cached data and maintain optimal performance. Restart devices weekly if experiencing slowness.

Recommended Routers

  • Budget-friendly options include TP-Link Archer AX21 and ASUS RT-AX1800S ($50-80)
  • For better performance, consider TP-Link Archer AX55 or ASUS RT-AX58U ($100-150)
  • For larger units, mesh systems like TP-Link Deco X55 provide whole-home coverage
  • Look for Wi-Fi 6 support, dual-band capability, and gigabit ethernet ports

Quick Troubleshooting Tips

  • Slow speeds despite high-speed plan? Check device compatibility and router age.
  • Intermittent disconnections? Optimize router placement and switch to 5GHz.
  • General slowness? Restart equipment and disconnect unused devices.
  • For gamers and streamers, use ethernet cables whenever possible for lowest latency.
  • Security tip: Change default router password immediately and enable WPA3 encryption.
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