"Rostelecom" connects many users throughout Russia, uses a large number of technologies and equipment. It happens that home routers fail, and then the question arises which routers are suitable for Rostelecom. In this article, we will consider the main models that are suitable for use on the network of this provider.
Determine the type of connection
In order to determine which routers are best for Rostelecom, you need to know your connection type. Different devices are suitable for different technologies. You can do this in the following ways:
- Call the provider's technical support - according to your contract, the specialist will immediately determine how the connection was made and provide the information of interest.
- Visual identification - if you can determine which cable enters the room, it will immediately become clear what technology you are connecting with. If it is a copper telephone cable, then you are connected via ADSL, if it is optical, it means PON, thicka coaxial cable, like a television cable - Docsis, and if a twisted pair is connected to a computer or router, then we are talking about FttX technology.
Each of these technologies has its own connection characteristics, and it is very easy to determine which Wi-Fi routers are better. For Rostelecom, there are no special restrictions on networks, except when equipment is installed directly from the provider, which is not purchased in a store (this is true for GPON and Docsis technologies). In these situations, not only a WiFi router is required for correct operation, but also auxiliary devices provided directly from the provider.
We will analyze all types of connection in turn and give examples of the best routers for Rostelecom with a photo.
Connection via xDSL technology
This technology uses an ADSL modem - a device that allows you to access the Internet via a telephone line. Just ten years ago, ADSL modems did not allow access to the Internet via a wireless network, and an additional device was required. Now almost all modern ADSL modems are capable of distributing a wireless network. For Rostelecom, it is optimal to use the following models:
- D-Link DSL2640U.
- ZTE H108N.
- TP-Link TD854W.
- Intercross.
- Sagemcom F@st 2804.
All of these models can be both provided by the provider and sold in the retail network. Most subscribers connect through the Annex A port, but in some casesAnnex B is involved - before purchasing a modem, you need to ask the provider for information on how the connection is made in your case.
For example, this is how the D-Link 2640U ADSL modem looks like.
GPon connection
It also requires a special connection device - an optical terminal (ONT). If an ADSL modem can be freely purchased in a store, then a GPon terminal is provided directly from Rostelecom and can only be replaced with the same equipment from the provider.
Many ONTs support wireless network connectivity and distribute WiFi like ordinary home routers, but there are also terminals without this function - any device that connects using FTTX technology can be connected to them. We will consider them further.
Optical terminals provided by Rostelecom:
- Huawei 8245H.
- Sercomm RV6699 (dual band support).
- Sagemcom F@ST 5650.
These models have a WiFi module and can be used as routers. Be sure to specify when connecting what characteristics the equipment that you install when connecting has and whether you need to purchase a separate router.
Connection via Docsis technology
This is not the most common technology, only used in some regions. The connection is made using a coaxial cable and an appropriate modem. Coaxi althe modem is provided by the provider and does not have a built-in WiFi module in order to distribute a wireless network around the apartment. An additional router is required. In this case, you don't have to wonder which routers are suitable for Rostelecom, but purchase any Ethernet router and connect it to a cable modem.
Connection via FTTx technology
Here, the choice of home wireless routers is much more extensive, since no additional devices are required - the connection is made immediately via a twisted pair wire to the subscriber's apartment.
Accordingly, you can pick up any Wi-Fi router that supports the ability to work over an Ethernet cable. In this case, you can analyze the necessary requirements for a wireless network in your case and select a router with suitable specifications.
Based on user experience and user ratings, it is possible to determine which routers are suitable for Rostelecom using FTTx technology.
- D-Link model line (DIR 300, DIR 615, DIR 620).
- TP-Link (e.g. TL WR 841N).
- Zyxel (Keenetik models - Lite, Giga, etc.).
- Netgear (WNR 1000, WNR 3500).
In addition, many other models of routers are suitable, the main selection factor is that the router is connected via an Ethernet cable.
Summarize
So, we have reviewed the main models of routers that are suitable for Rostelecom. Which router to choose depends on your wishes for the operation of the wireless network and capabilities. Now there is a large selection of both budget models that have average technical characteristics and are available to everyone, as well as serious equipment that has more extensive capabilities.
