Using a dual band router

[jdem73]

I have read messages of people saying they have bought a dual band router. They use that instead of the actiontec for their wifi. The secondary router gives them better performance. Is this a good idea or a waste of money?

[Anti-Phish1]

That depends on which revision Actiontec you have and how much you value getting the best possible wifi speeds.

[jdem73]

I have the rev I model with two antennas

[jjp76]

It would appear you have the dual antenna N band capable Actiontec  MI424WR.  This router will provide good signal strength in most dwellings and and will be twice as fast as a single antenna Actiontec B/G band router.  I wonder if the folks who recommended an upgrade are doing so based on the performance of Actiontec routers of the same part number but with a single antenna and B/G band connectivity.

[jackmcgann]

Caveat....

 Two antennae does not mean "dual band"

 Your network adaptors also need to be "dual band" capable.