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Roku 2XD with Netflix -- wireless question

Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by LiTh07, Oct 16, 2011.

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Hey Everyone,

I am going to disconnect my cable TV and just rely on Netflix/torrenting. I am looking at getting a Roku 2 XD, which will stream Netflix to my TV wirelessly at 1080p. My question to you all is this: What sort of wireless router do I need to do this successfully? ie: Netflix not pausing ever 10 seconds to buffer.

I will be doing this in a regular sized apartment, so the router will be close to the TV. I currently have a Linksys wireless b router, but I'm not sure if I'll need an N or not.

What do you guys think?

LiTh07, Oct 16, 2011

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GallardosEggrollshop Notebook Evangelist

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If your streaming hi-def content I would recommend an N router. Just because it'll offer you faster connection over the air.

GallardosEggrollshop, Oct 17, 2011

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I agree on going with N if you go with the XD.. N routers aren't that expensive any more anyways.

depending on how close your router is going to be, you could step up to the XS and have a wired connection..

hizzaah, Oct 17, 2011

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