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Can I use my own router instead of Verizon FIOS?

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Can I use my own router instead of Verizon FIOS?

Yes, you can connect your own router to Fios Service, as long as you do your research to make sure it will support Verizon’s Fiber Service.

Do any routers work with FIOS?

Yes, you can. Below is a detailed guide to using your own router with Verizon FiOS. The tl;dr: If you have standalone Verizon FiOS Internet that was recently installed, simply release the DHCP lease on the Verizon router (follow instructions below, section “Switching to your own router”), and plug your own router in.

Does mesh WiFi work with FiOS?

Verizon routers creates a separate, hidden WiFI network for FiOS ONE boxes. They only work on this network. I don’t think any non-Verizon mesh system will extend this network. Certainly a non-Verizon router won’t even create it.

Do I need a special router for FiOS?

FiOS can be configured to provide an Ethernet connection from the ONT. This makes it easy to use a non-Verizon router. However, reports are that Verizon will not complete a FiOS install without one of their routers; regardless of if Ethernet or MoCA is used. You can buy or rent a router from Verizon.

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What is better Ethernet or coax?

In other words, while the speed potential of Ethernet cables is higher than coaxial cables, other variables such as network provider speeds and the speed of your own hard drive make them roughly equal to each other in terms of signal delivery speeds.

How do I set up my Verizon FiOS router?

Login into Verizon FiOS router after setting up (using PC) To Login after setting up the router, type the verizon router ip – 192.168.1.1 on the browser. Click on the username and then type the desired username. Proceed the same way to enter the desired password.

What is the best modem for Verizon FiOS?

Fios Quantum Gateway G1100. It supports DOCSIS 3.0 The router supports a download and Upload speed of 500mbps and 100mbps,respectively.

  • Verizon Fios Actiontec MI424WR Rev I. Supports DOCSIS 3.0 This is a very simple and easy-to-use a router.
  • FIOS Quantum G1100.
  • Linksys Dual-Band EA7500 WiFi Router.
  • Netgear R8000 Nighthawk X6.
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    Can I use cable modem with Verizon FiOS?

    No, you do not. Fios is a pure fiber service, so it doesn’t use modems. The service instead uses an Optical Network Terminal (ONT), which acts as a modem of sorts to convert the fiber signal. Once you sign up for service, a Verizon technician will install the ONT to facilitate your Fios Internet.

    How to set up Verizon WiFi router?

    Connect a filter to every jack with a phone

  • Connect the wireless router/modem to the phone jack without a filter
  • Connect your computer
  • Activate your service. Be sure to have your order number and zip code or your My Verizon account login credentials