G3100

It's called the CHR30. We just started rolling it out in select areas. Looks like you're in one of them. It functions as a router and extender which is why we call it a WiFi access point, and yes it's WiFi 7 capable! No more CR1000/CE1000 / G3100/E3200 multi-SKU solutions for Whole Home WiFi anymore

They're doing you a favor. G3100 is the best router that Verizon currently supports.

Yeah CR1000a came first. In my experience it was a bit more reliable but not sure why. There was nothing wrong with your G3100 either it would have worked fine. That is more of a coding/billing thing that they sent you a new one. You should enable the IoT network on the router and try connecting you

No, you won't need a moca adapter. The g3100 has one built in just like the g1100 (or any Verizon branded fios router). The g3100 would be a direct replacement of the g1100. No extra setup or wiring needed.

I just installed the four new units last night and I’m really liking this system. I’m coming from a G3100 and two E3200 extenders, so the extra extender and the 6GHz band really transformed my network. The WiFi covers my entire 3600 sq. ft house and everything just feels snappier. There’s a few bugs

I am also your age. I have essentially the same setup, with the exception of the live-in adult daughter. I have a Verizon G3100 router and, like the CR1000, it has less than optimal wi-fi coverage and speed. I have therefore also disabled the wi-fi on the G3100 and use it just as a router. The Ether

In that if case if you have TV service you will want to get a Verizon router just to keep it simple. The G3100 is excellent.

"if it ain't broke, don't fix it" is fine in a vacuum, but now it IS broke. You should still check if you can get her on more modern tier for less than she might be spending, now. Failing that, you can get an new used Verizon router on Ebay for <$50 for an "up to date" version (G3100 or CR1000) or o

IMO the newer Verizon model (cr1000) doesn't offer that much improvement over the g3100 in real world scenarios, even though it does technically have better hardware. Verizon will be coming out with a new router within the year though. If you're an internet only customer you can also consider buying

DFS channels may be clearer. However, they run at less power. Some older devices cannot “see” them. I disable them. Verizon’s G3100 and CR1000A/B routers do a pretty good job handling WiFi with SON enabled.