Does Verizon issue any 5Ghz routers?

[mattny1]

From my apartment in NYC, there are a lot of WiFi access points.  Vistumbler shows at least 25 networks, all except 1 are using 2.4Ghz spectrum.  Some people were using channels  besides 1,6,11, (causing extra interference) although now there is only 1 after an appeal to our building listserv.

  I had a Actiontec MI424WR (single antenna, grey front panel, I forget the revision letter, but it was "early") and my speeds were quite slow.  Via their real-time chat, I asked about a router upgrade, and they offered me a better router.  I really wanted a 5Ghz router since my range is not an issue (not a huge apt) but interference in 2.4Ghz is.  In the chat (which I have a transcript of, I asked explicitly if it would be 5Ghz  capable, and was told it was.  But I received the same model number router, except revision "I" now, with 2 antennae and a red front panel.  As far as I can tell it is 2.4Ghz only.  Fortunately, they did not charge me for this upgrade, or I would be really steamed.  

But still I wonder - Does Verizon supply any 5Ghz capable routers?

[Hubrisnxs]

Yes they offer one for about a 139.99 or you might be able to ask them if they will rent it, I think it's about 5 or 6 dollars to rent.  I think you have to call in for this one, it's new.

It's a greenwave g1101 Wireless AC router.

 OR a nice option is their 5 GHZ wireless extender,  about 75 bux     you can buy this one online, and we haven't heard a single complaint about them yet on the forums, if that's helpful.  nothing but glowing remarks.

https://teleproducts.verizon.com/fios/index.cfm/eh/DisplayProducts

[Hubrisnxs]

looks like you can order it online, by signing into your account, and going to the equipment/router section

[SinCara]

Just an fyi for others who might read this thread, the new gateway routers are only available in certain states right now.

NY, VA, MA, and I'm told MD and only in limited areas so the router may not be available to you yet. It will be rolled out to other markets soon.  Some are calling and can order it, but I was told only in those listed states at the moment.

[chevy691]

I can confirm the new router in my area in MD (Aberdeen). I haven't had time to really check it out...