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Replacing LiveBox 2.0 with a Router for Better Wi-Fi Signal: Step-by-Step Guide Needed

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  • #1 16207925
    wkw17
    Level 2  
    Hello,
    at the very beginning I will say that I am green like chlorophyll when it comes to matters related to such games, which is why I am asking you for help.
    I have a livebox 2.0 at home, which is a real nuisance and a source of long curses. I have internet and a landline phone in the contract that I don't use. At least 1x / 2x daily stops sending the signal and each device determines the reception of data as limited. I have read a bit and I know that it is possible to replace the livebox with a router, but what would it look like? One white cable comes out of the wall that is connected to the livebox, which then sends a signal to the whole house via wifi.
    Is it enough to replace the livebox with a router or something else needs to be connected along the way?
    Thank you in advance for any help.
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  • #2 16208319
    mbo
    VIP Meritorious for electroda.pl
    Just replace the Livebox with a router with a WAN ADSL port.

    Of course, the router must be properly configured (VPI / VCI, login and password)
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  • #3 16208884
    KOCUREK1970
    Network and Internet specialist
    wkw17 wrote:
    Is it enough to replace the livebox with a router

    The router must have an appropriate annex - Netia, Neostrada - each has a different one.
  • #4 16208931
    punkwsieci
    Level 20  
    Replace Livebox with something cleaner, asus routers work stably without breaking the connection, since you have Livebox then Asus DSL-N10 should match
  • #5 16208938
    mbo
    VIP Meritorious for electroda.pl
    KOCUREK1970 wrote:

    The router must have an appropriate annex - Netia, Neostrada - each has a different one.


    Annex does not depend on the operator, only on the type of telephone line (analog or ISDN).
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  • #6 16209032
    Jawi_P
    Level 36  
    KOCUREK1970 wrote:
    The router must have an appropriate annex - Netia, Neostrada - each has a different one

    Netia - is the name of the operator, Neostrada - is the name of the service!
    Just using LiveBox tells us that it's Annex A.
    wkw17 wrote:
    At least 1x / 2x daily stops sending the signal and each device determines the reception of data as limited.

    Restriction on the Router side - internet, or maybe there is internet to the livebox, and the restriction on the router interface - the computer?
    LiveBox yours or leased from an operator? Reporting a problem to the operator was?
    The problem does not necessarily have to be on your router's side. You have to make sure.
    LiveBox is not such a bad router, the fact has a slightly worse WiFi range. From others I had.

    Added after 8 [minutes]:

    punkwsieci wrote:
    Replace Livebox with something cleaner

    Perhaps you are right, but it is very easy to make someone sweat, especially not for yours.

    Before the decision to replace is made, even the parameters of the line could be useful.
  • #7 16209308
    LucekB
    Network and Internet specialist
    More information is needed.
    Is the "@" LED still green? Even when "no internet"?
    It is a pppo synchronization and connection, if it is green then it can be said that the line is OK, only Livebox hangs (it receives the internet and does not send it further)
    What services do you have? Internet only? Or maybe a TV or VoIP Internet phone?

    Livebox is a leased modem and its replacement with a new one is free and it is the operator's responsibility.
    Are you charged for the Livebox lease? about PLN 10 a month?
  • #8 16209350
    Jawi_P
    Level 36  
    LucekB wrote:
    Livebox is a leased modem and its replacement with a new one is free and it is the operator's responsibility.
    Are you charged for the Livebox lease? about PLN 10 a month?

    There was a time that he was not only leased, which is why some modems may be clients. Unless I made a mistake.
    He does not have to have a fee as he benefited from the promotion.
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  • #9 16209629
    KOCUREK1970
    Network and Internet specialist
    Jawi_P wrote:
    Netia - is the name of the operator, Neostrada - is the name of the service!
    Just using LiveBox tells us that it's Annex A.

    I doubt if the Author knew about it - and this applies to him, so that's why I mentioned it.
  • #10 16210307
    Rafq25
    Level 16  
    Check exactly what service you have. Neostrada speeds above 80Mbps can no longer be replaced so easily. Report the problem to orange and check the link. And if you want to quickly and efficiently replace the router (if you rent it from orange) turn it off and call it does not work. The fitter will come with a new one. I had a similar problem that kept breaking my connection in two independent locations. In one they repaired the lines for 1 month, because I called every week that the problem repeats, in the second location the router replacement helped.
  • #11 16210856
    KOCUREK1970
    Network and Internet specialist
    Rafq25 wrote:
    Neostrada speeds above 80Mbps can no longer be replaced so easily.

    The problem here may be the price for such a router - but not that you can't.
    Example: FritzBox 7490 or FritzBox 3490.
  • #12 16211472
    Rafq25
    Level 16  
    The fact I put it wrong in IT, everything is possible, the only issue is finance. I could immediately write that this is a costly matter. I would chase orange to replace the router.
  • #13 16212827
    wkw17
    Level 2  
    some corrections and answers.
    1) I have a Neostrade with an internet telephone
    2) browsing how the network is running in the computer's network settings shows that Livebox hangs.
    3) I have a service with 10Mb / s because I can't get more in the place where I live :(
    4) And as for the router replacement by Orange, this is the most current. But this happens at least once a year and I can honestly say that I have enough of this already. I just wanted to see if it could be done my way, and not be constantly doomed to exchange a white box:>
  • #14 16214415
    LucekB
    Network and Internet specialist
    Do you use internet telephony ??
    If so, you need a router with a VoIP gateway and configuration.
    If no telephony is needed, you can substitute any ADSL router for it.
    I would suggest, for example, TP-Link TD-W8960N.
  • #15 16218806
    wkw17
    Level 2  
    @LucekB just connect it with the same cable that is currently connected to LiveBox 2.0?
  • #16 16218844
    KOCUREK1970
    Network and Internet specialist
    wkw17 wrote:
    just connect it with the same cable that is currently connected to LiveBox 2.0?

    Yes.
    LucekB wrote:
    I would suggest, for example, TP-Link TD-W8960N

    Somehow I have more confidence in Asus or Netgear.

Topic summary

The discussion revolves around replacing a LiveBox 2.0 with a more reliable router to improve Wi-Fi signal quality. Users suggest that a router with a WAN ADSL port is necessary, and it should be configured correctly with parameters like VPI/VCI, login, and password. Recommendations include routers from brands like Asus, TP-Link, and FritzBox, with specific models such as Asus DSL-N10 and TP-Link TD-W8960N mentioned. The importance of checking the type of telephone line and ensuring compatibility with VoIP services is highlighted. Users also discuss the possibility of getting a replacement router from the service provider if the LiveBox is leased. The author expresses frustration with the frequent disconnections and seeks a more permanent solution.
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