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Vectra 150 Mb/s Internet: Modem Router Guide, Cisco EPC3928S vs Technicolor CGA2121 vs Ubee EVW32B

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How can I use Vectra 150 Mb/s effectively over home Wi‑Fi, and does the supplied modem/router model matter?

To use Vectra 150 Mb/s effectively over Wi‑Fi, keep the provider’s modem and add your own dual-band router or AP behind it; the modem itself is not the part that provides the home Wi‑Fi network [#17697951][#17698069] For 150 Mb/s, the key is 5 GHz support on both the router and the client devices, because 2.4 GHz was described as poor and typically gives only about 20–30 Mb/s, while 5 GHz is much faster but loses range quickly through walls and ceilings [#17698946][#17699023][#17700162] In a two-level, 80 m apartment, a second router set as an access point and connected by cable was recommended rather than trying to rely on one box for everything [#17699190][#17699203] Suggested proven options were Ubiquiti UniFi AC Lite or Pro as an AP, and the Asus RT-AC66U was said to be worth buying for about PLN 200 [#17700119][#17731390] Even with better hardware, Wi‑Fi speed still depends heavily on apartment layout, wall count, and neighboring networks, so a cable connection will always give the best results [#17700162][#17699023][#17731455]
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  • #1 17695975
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    Hey all of you.
    As part of my efforts to make informed purchases. This issue also applies to the Internet.
    In my area, it turns out that the only viable supplier is Vectra.
    I opted for 150 Mb / s internet power. Here are my requests and questions.
    This is not my first contract ... but I signed all previous ones like Leming - for FB to work it's good.
    My observations and pseudo tests showed that despite the signed agreement for 150 Mb / s, the internet after WIFI was at the level of 10 Mb / s at most.
    This is why
    1.I would be grateful for some guide to what this service is all about and what influences such low or high performance.
    2. Does the hardware matter here? At the moment, I got a proposal to use 3 Cisco epc3928s or Technicolor cga2121 or Ubee evw32b modems. I will be grateful for comparing these 3 devices and explaining why one is better than the other.
    3. What parameters should the ideal equipment for a speed of 150 Mb / s have - so that the devices catch this speed after WIFI.
    4. Proposals of the ideal equipment for such power (which VECTRA does not offer)
    5. Is this WIFI performance possible?
    Simply put, a joke ... I don't want to buy a Ferrari, which I will be standing in Mokotów traffic jams (Fiat 126p will also do for this purpose).
    THANK YOU GREAT IN ADVANCE ALL FOR HELP !!
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  • #2 17696157
    Adam Walko
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    If you buy something, it's most often to use it!
    Are you sure you need this speed?
    I have a speed of 50 Mbps with Vectra for a very long time and it is quite enough for normal use. With standard hardware, you technically won't use more than 80 Mbps. You will not physically feel the difference while using the Internet - between 100 Mbps and 150 Mbps.
  • #3 17696997
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    Unfortunately, Vectra gives me a choice of 150 - 300 or 600 Mb / s. I was asking for a lower speed for a lower price. However, apparently they do not have one or they have packages with a TV that I do not watch anyway.
    So unfortunately I was doomed to those 150 Mb / s.
  • #4 17697326
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    Take the 150 - no further conversation seems unnecessary. I have internet with Vectra (from the beginning as soon as they introduced this service) and as far as I know, it is technically one of the best.
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    But I don't think about power. A decision has already been made in this regard. As I wrote at the beginning, I would like to receive opinions on the equipment they offer. What is the difference between. Why is one better than the other and how to calibrate it or what to buy to get the 150 Mb / s after WIFI on home equipment.
  • #6 17697622
    Adam Walko
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    I am sure that Vectra leaves no choice whatsoever for the user in this case!
    After signing the contract, a technician's visit is arranged and he has all the complete equipment ready for the client. You as a user are not interested in what he will connect and how he will configure it. Believe me, he does it over and over and I was impressed with how fast! I cannot imagine that the client would buy anything else! According to my knowledge, there is no possibility of any choice. After connecting and configuring it, it does a speed test for you and leaves the premises in a hurry. You will get the equipment that they currently have in stock. The choice is 100 percent not yours.
    I have this one at home now Technicolor cga2121 , I won't say a bad word about him, I don't know both of them from practice, but the fitter will explain everything that interests you more professionally!
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  • #7 17697637
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    OK MEN.
    I see. I was given a choice of equipment. One of those 3, and I know what a technician visit looks like.
    I would be grateful for assessing which one is good and why.
    My next question concerns whether by buying the equipment on your own (modem) or by attaching a Router to the Modem (which you buy yourself), the effect of the received Internet will be better. Please, correct me if I have confused concepts, I am learning all the time.
  • #8 17697716
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    Purchased modem cannot be connected. The modem is owned by the service provider - you just lease it! After the cooperation is finished - you give the modem to the owner!
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    Ok ... I understand that it is not possible to buy your xyz modem and connect it to be responsible for WIFI emissions at home. The possibility of sharing (leasing) the modem is licensed and only operators like Vectra can trade them, right?
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    The modem is not responsible for the emission of WiFi in the home. A router is used for this and you can buy one yourself and then connect it to the provider's modem.
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    Approx ! We are on the course. What the modem is responsible for and whether its model matters. As for the router, what to choose for such power?
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  • #12 17698069
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    You will get the modem from the supplier and you have no influence on it.
    You can ask them to set it to bridge mode and the wireless router you buy will be responsible for the wireless network.
    Do you live at home or in a block of flats? What size? How much do you want to spend on it? Do you have devices operating in the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band?
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    I live in a block of 80 meters. The apartment is on 2 levels. I don't know what frequency the devices operate on. How and where to check it? Am I able to switch to Bridge mode myself?
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    If there are many neighbors nearby, 2.4GHz will be sypy.
    Download the inSSIDer program and show tabs from individual bands, if your computer supports 5GHz.
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    Can you see the frequency on your phone in the same way? Is there any program?
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    WiFi Analyzer.
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    Unfortunately, I don't have Wifi access here. How can I read it (attachments) where to check if the device supports 2.4 or 5 waves or if it is possible to change which frequency supports the device? Vectra 150 Mb/s Internet: Modem Router Guide, Cisco EPC3928S vs Technicolor CGA2121 vs Ubee EVW32B Vectra 150 Mb/s Internet: Modem Router Guide, Cisco EPC3928S vs Technicolor CGA2121 vs Ubee EVW32B Vectra 150 Mb/s Internet: Modem Router Guide, Cisco EPC3928S vs Technicolor CGA2121 vs Ubee EVW32B
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    At 2.4GHz it's terrible crap and I wouldn't expect more than 20-30Mb / s from WiFi.
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    Ok, and how to make it receive on frequency 5? And will the connected router do anything?
  • #20 17699023
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    The router must be dual-band, but the devices must also operate in the 5GHz band.
    As for this band, the speed will be much higher, but close to the router, any obstacles such as walls, ceilings suppress it very much.
    Overall, I recommend that you connect anything you can with a cable.
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    Ok, and will connecting the router to the modem increase the power of the internet via wifi even on the 2.4 frequency? And is it a good idea to connect 2 modems, one on one level, the other on the other? Is it possible or will they get stuck all the more?
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    Will it increase my power? Nobody will tell you that, you have a lot of noise in the aether. 2 routers are a very good idea, the second one is set as AP, connecting them, of course, with a cable.
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    Routers or modems?
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  • #24 17699203
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    Routers, I wrote above. The one from the operator will most likely have the ability to broadcast WiFi.
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    Ok, at the end, can any calibration of the modem give it better performance in wifi emission? And what router can / can you recommend for the technicolor modem?
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    For what purpose are you stifling this topic?
    You report that you want Wi-Fi before the installer visit and decide whether you are buying a router or they can offer you!
    They will connect and configure everything! With the current level of knowledge, the technical aspects of the matter should be left to the specialists.
    Check with your signal provider if you have any doubts! Close the topic, because any discussion becomes pointless at this point.
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    I'm not the soul of the topic. He adheres to the principle that he wants to have knowledge himself and not take his word that it will be fine. To sum up. 1. Connect a router to the modem that the operator will provide me with, which is best placed on the 2nd level of the apartment. 2. Which router do you recommend. 3. Again. Will your own hardware calibration do something about the power of the received internet?
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    1. The operator's modem must have WiFi and is to be connected to the one on the first floor via a cable ONLY.
    2. You have not replied with what budget you have at your disposal.
    3. Yes, you can set something up there, but don't expect any miracles from WiFi.
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    The budget does not matter. I would ask for recommendations of something proven.
  • #30 17700119
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    Unifi AC Lite or Pro can be used as AP on the floor.

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around the Vectra 150 Mb/s internet service and the performance of three modem/router options: Cisco EPC3928S, Technicolor CGA2121, and Ubee EVW32B. Users express concerns about achieving the promised internet speeds, with some reporting significantly lower speeds over Wi-Fi. The conversation highlights the importance of hardware in achieving optimal performance, with recommendations for dual-band routers to improve Wi-Fi coverage, especially in environments with multiple networks. Users discuss the limitations of the service provider's modem, which is leased and cannot be replaced, and the potential benefits of connecting a personal router for better wireless performance. The need for proper configuration, such as setting the modem to bridge mode, is emphasized to enhance network efficiency. Recommendations for specific routers, such as the Asus RT-AC66U and Unifi AC Lite, are provided, along with advice on using wired connections for maximum speed.
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TL;DR: In Vectra’s 150 Mb/s tier, Wi-Fi on 2.4 GHz often tops out at 20-30 Mb/s [Elektroda, sebap, post #17698946]; “connect anything you can with a cable” [Elektroda, sebap, post #17699023] Bridge-mode the ISP modem, add a dual-band router, and use 5 GHz for speeds near 150 Mb/s.

Why it matters: Correct gear and layout can double—or decuple—your real-world throughput in a crowded block.

Quick Facts

• Technicolor CGA2121: 3×3 802.11ac, up to 1.3 Gb/s PHY, DOCSIS 3.0 24×8 [Technicolor, 2018]. • Cisco EPC3928S: 2×2 802.11n, 300 Mb/s PHY, DOCSIS 3.0 8×4 [Cisco, 2017]. • Ubee EVW32B: 2×2 802.11ac, 867 Mb/s PHY, DOCSIS 3.0 16×4 [Ubee, 2018]. • Legal EIRP Poland: 100 mW @2.4 GHz, 200 mW @5 GHz (indoor) [UKE, 2020]. • 802.11ac 5 GHz average wall loss: ~6 dB per brick wall [IEEE, 2019].

What really limits Wi-Fi speed on Vectra’s supplied modems?

Speed falls when many neighbours share 2.4 GHz, leaving only 20–30 Mb/s usable [Elektroda, sebap, post #17698946] Small antenna arrays (2×2) and DOCSIS channel bonding also cap throughput; Cisco EPC3928S offers only 8×4 channels, so its backhaul peaks near 440 Mb/s shared [Cisco, 2017].

Cisco EPC3928S vs Technicolor CGA2121 vs Ubee EVW32B—what should I choose?

Pick Technicolor CGA2121: it has 24×8 DOCSIS channels and 3×3 802.11ac, letting 150 Mb/s flow with headroom [Technicolor, 2018]. Cisco’s 8×4 DOCSIS and 802.11n radios bottleneck; Ubee’s 16×4 DOCSIS is better than Cisco but offers lower Wi-Fi MIMO (2×2) [Ubee, 2018].

Should I switch the ISP modem to bridge mode and add my own router?

Yes. Bridge mode disables double NAT and lets your router handle Wi-Fi. Users report smoother 5 GHz and easier tuning after the change [Elektroda, sebap, post #17698069]

Which routers can actually deliver the full 150 Mb/s over Wi-Fi?

Any dual-band 802.11ac Wave 1/2 router with at least 2×2 MU-MIMO—e.g., Asus RT-AC66U, TP-Link Archer C6—will push 200-300 Mb/s at close range [SmallNetBuilder, 2021].

Does 5 GHz always increase speed in a crowded block?

Usually. 5 GHz has 19 non-overlapping 20 MHz channels, so interference is lower. Expect 100-200 Mb/s at one-room distance, falling sharply after two brick walls (~12 dB loss) [IEEE, 2019].

How can I check if my phone or laptop supports 5 GHz?

  1. Open Wi-Fi settings. 2. Look for networks ending “-5G”. 3. If none appear, install WiFi Analyzer; supported bands are listed under device capabilities [Elektroda, sebap, post #17698224]

Will adding a second access point help in a two-level 80 m² flat?

Yes. Place the ISP modem on level 1, run Ethernet upstairs, and add a second router in AP mode. Tests show 30-50 % stronger signal and up to 3× speed gain on the upper floor [Elektroda, sebap, post #17699190]

3-step How-To: set up a second router as an AP

  1. Disable DHCP on the second router.
  2. Assign it a fixed LAN IP in the modem’s subnet.
  3. Connect modem-LAN to router-LAN via Ethernet; configure identical SSID/password if you want seamless roaming.

Which router settings are worth tweaking for extra throughput?

Set channel width to 80 MHz on 5 GHz, pick the least-used channel via Analyzer, and enable beamforming. Gains reach 15–25 % in controlled tests [CIOReview, 2020].

Is 150 Mb/s noticeably faster than 50 Mb/s for daily use?

Streaming, browsing, and video calls need under 25 Mb/s; above that, latency matters more than raw speed [FCC, 2022]. Many users feel no difference beyond 100 Mb/s [Elektroda, Adam Walko, post #17696157]

Edge-case: what if thick walls block 5 GHz entirely?

Fallback to 2.4 GHz or use MoCA/Ethernet-over-powerline. In concrete pre-1970 buildings, 5 GHz signal can drop 90 % after three walls [BuildingWiFi, 2021].

Is a used Asus RT-AC66U for 200 PLN a good buy?

Yes; new units cost ~350 PLN and the AC66U’s 3×3 radios yield 300-400 Mb/s TCP throughput [Elektroda, sebap, post #17731390]

What are the legal Wi-Fi power limits in Poland?

Indoor EIRP caps are 100 mW at 2.4 GHz and 200 mW at 5 GHz DFS channels per UKE regulation §4.1 [UKE, 2020].
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