Actiontec MI424WR Rev I Product Details
The Actiontec MI424WR Router sets a new industry standard for performance, increasing service speeds up to 1 Gbps wired (with Gigabit Ethernet interface) and 300 Mbps wireless. All thanks to its new 802.11n wireless chipset. Able to support multiple value-added,bandwidth-intensive applications, the Actiontec MI424WR Rev I Modem Router Combo for Verizon Fios has become more than just a simple router. It can handle multiple high-throughput media streams simultaneously, including standard and HDTV-based video programming and feed personal video recording functionality from multiple HD set top boxes or other digital storage devices to multiple TVs in the house. Own yours today & start saving on your monthly modem rental fee!
The Industry’s First Dual-Core 64-bit Processor
Actiontec’s MI424WR router features an advanced hardware design including an industry-first 64-bit, dual core processor. The router’s 64-bit architecture provides a substantial performance improvement over the 32-bit devices sold. The MI424WR router’s MIPS core offers further performance improvement and additional instructions for networking applications reducing the number of cycles needed for even greater CPU efficiency.
Actiontec MI424WR Compatibility
The MI424WR Rev i is compatible with Verizon services. We always recommend calling your provider before you place your order with us, even if they’re listed here. Compatibility with your provider does not mean that this device will work well with your service plan and in your area. As always, we cover all of our modems with our activation guarantee, as long as it’s on your provider’s approved list.
Substantial Protection and Security Features
With all that data coming in, the security features had better be first-rate, and the Actiontec MI424WR Router doesn’t disappoint. The MI424WR router ships with wireless encryption using WPA2 turned on by default. The Actiontec MI424WR Rev I Modem Router Combo for Verizon Fios router offers enterprise-level security, including a fully customizable firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection, denial of service protection, and intrusion detection to keep unwanted visitors from accessing the user’s network. The Actiontec MI424WR Router also offers user-defined site blocking by URL and keyword, the ability to customize filtering policies for each computer, and user notification of attempted access to restricted sites.
What’s Included:
- Actiontec MI424WR Rev I DSL Modem
- Ethernet Cable
- Power Supply Cable
- DSL / Phone Cable
- Online Installation Manual
- ModemGuides Activation Guarantee
Will this work with my internet company?
This Actiontec modem is primarily used and is compatible with Verizon & Verizon Fios service in most areas. To verify that this model will work in your area, always contact your service provider’s customer service prior to placing your order with us to confirm that this model will work with your service plan. Some service plan speeds may not be supported.
Actiontec MI424WR Rev I Manual & Product Guides
How to Activate Actiontec MI424WR Rev I
Activating your Actiontec MI424WR Rev I is the first step you need to take after unboxing your new modem. It’s a fairly simple process, and we recommend setting aside about an hour of your time to ensure you’re able to complete the whole activation.
- Plug in your new modem the same as the one it’s replacing. Make sure power cable is plugged in and coaxial cable is screwed in on the back as well. It’s recommended to do this and then wait an hour before calling your provider, if possible, so that your modem can download whatever firmware is needed for the activation.
- Next, call your provider and let them know that you’re doing an activation with a self-install of your new modem. They’ll ask you for a few of the numbers on the bottom of the unit and then proceed to get your modem added to your account and service plan.
- The call will end after the representative verifies with you that you have an internet connection. You can test this for yourself simply by visiting a few websites.
Your modem is now activated!
How to Reset Actiontec MI424WR Rev I
Resetting your Actiontec MI424WR Rev I is one of the easiest ways to correct almost all common technical issues that you may experience over the life of your modem. It’s a super handy tool to have in your troubleshooting repertoire and can save you hours on the phone with your provider. Here’s how it’s done:
- Plug your modem in to the power supply and wait 2 minutes for it to boot up fully. You’ll know it’s booted fully when the wireless lights come on.
- Locate the reset button on the back of the modem. It’ll be on the same side where all the ports are located. Generally reset buttons on this kind of device will just be a tiny hole that may or may not be labeled.
- You’ll need a flattened paperclip or pen cartridge to do this next part. Press down and hold the reset button for 30 seconds with your modem still plugged in. You should feel a small dull click when you press in the reset button with your paperclip.
- Now wait a few minutes for your modem to reset and reboot itself. You’ll know it’s finished and ready to use when the WiFi lights come back on.
Tip: Still not resetting? Try just holding down for 15 or 20 seconds instead of the full 30. Some firmware versions differ on the number of seconds needed for a reset.
How to Find Your IP Address
This method works on Windows computers and does not require any software to be downloaded. You’ll be using command prompt to find the internal IP address so you can log into your WiFi router or modem router’s settings panel.
- Click the start menu in the bottom left of your screen.
- In the search bar in your start menu, type in “cmd.exe” and then click on that program when it appears in the search.
- When the program opens, you’ll see a black window on your screen with white text.
- Type into the program “ipconfig“, then hit Enter. Your window should look like the one shown below. The IP address circled below shows where your internal IP address will be on your command prompt window. Now you can move on to accessing your modem or modem router’s settings admin panel.
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Jennifer Rodriguez –
Everything was as described…works great. .thx!
povolev –
perfect item exactly as got from Verizon
alamirew –
working good
Customer –
It’s working fine so far. Did not have any issues.
Crujo –
happy with it…improve performance of network…!
Steven Powell –
Works well, just as I thought it would, I did need help from the technician to set it up but it works great.
Zimmy –
Best price. Works well, will save money over the coming year from Verizon rental charges. Hopefully, it holds up for a long time.
Alan T Citron –
The router was missing l the components shown in the picture.
Jose Guillermo Banda –
Works well so far
John Whitlowe –
Work great, no problem at all. Great for the money
Shahriar Abachi –
Great product. Thank you.
Customer –
Not the world’s best router by far, but if you’ve got Verizon FIOS Internet and don’t have a practical option of running a network cable from the ONT and have the need to set custom firewall rules, this is THE device. The newer “Quantum Gateway” may have a newer wireless setup but the lack of a programmable firewall means that this trusty (..if perhaps a wee bit clunky) Actiontec router is the tool for the job.Purchased as upgrade for an old Actiontec Revision “F” router which lacks wired gigabit ethernet and 802.11n wireless and because Verison won’t send this router anymore – they insist the Quantum Gateway is the only upgrade.
Guy K. Mckee –
Like anything Verizon sells it will be far more expensive for the performance.
Jesse Taylor –
This is a very good product because I changed to Charter and this is a Verizon FiOS router modem that still does the trick. One has to remember this is not a DSL router.
AJ –
Router set up and working fine, no trouble in usage. Thanks
PUnk –
Over the years, I have had several of these Routers. I am not impressed. It is just a way for Verizon to charge money. With in the pass two years I’ve had to replace this 3 times. First, one stopped working. The second one arrived DOA. This third one was intermitted. It would stop working for a day or a few hour and then start working again. No action would get it to come back. I guess it would just get tired. I finally have one that works. I am not impress with the coverage. All I want to do is beat this thing with a hammer.
X Dawg –
Connected less than a week but so far so great. On 75/75 Fios network
SDFluker –
It came in on time, in the same packaging as the one I had from Verizon. Plugged it in, got set up with Verizon, so far it works fine…I’ve had it for just over a month. At setup Verizon was able to connect to the box with no problems.
Joe in TX –
Works as it should and have had no issues. The only complaint I would have is that it did not come with an owner’s manual. That is probably only related to the specific vendor that it came from — I would think they normally come with owner’s manuals. It came with everything else though.
Call Me: Pickle –
Came broken and battered. Some parts did not function.
DaSilva –
Was a quick and easy installation.
Lisa –
So far so good, no issues with connectivity or service and still working great 30 days in.
heavenblesst –
A great find. Just what we needed.
cwstanky –
Works like a charm and don’t have to pay that dumb rental fee from Verizon
GFS Philadelphia –
Works great. An easy replacement for my much older Fios router. Even my wired devices seem much faster.
Anna –
Verizon charges $10/month to rent this item so it pays for itself in 9 months and then it’s yours. The potential savings are huge if you maintain Verizon service.
Handfull –
You would think that the product would be sent with factory set up, so make sure you go through all settings, because there may be open ports program.
Bhavesh Khambhayta –
Excellent product
Customer –
The title of the product says it is an MI424-WR Rev. I router however in my package I recieved a MI424-WR Rev. F router. This doesn’t work with my Verizon Fios internet. Returning it right away. No need for a mistake like that.
Emerys –
So far, I’m loving my Actiontec. The technician from Verizon came, install and set up the internet service the other day without any issue. I was able to access the configuration online and it is just fine. My router is pretty cool in temperature and does not make any apparent noise; not that it should, but I’m just saying. It was a good deal!
JayO –
This performs well for OEM. I bought this so I didn’t have to keep paying Verizon FiOS monthly. If you buy your own, it pays for itself within a year. I wish the performance was a bit better, but I pretty much just use this for its modem capabilities and have a separate router, which works great.
baljit –
Thats great work
Gallegos –
Can somebody tell me if it work for time Warner cable
PVN –
Although the wireless speed is slow (which is expected of an older model), the wired connection is very fast and can output even 100 Mbps. It was easy to setup, and also easy to manage and go through its settings. Mine only came with one antenna, even though the product image shows two, but since I don’t connect to it wirelessly, it’s fine for my needs.
Shahaji –
This is great, already put to work and it working like charm.Very happy with the purchase.
Psalm91 –
Works very well. Saved money by not buying the router directly from Verizon.
amelee –
I’ve been using this router for 2 years with 0 problems. Haven’t had to reset it a single time. Never added it up, but I know it has saved me a good deal of money.
Rick In NorthEast –
This (from MY seller) unit requires buyer to buy/supply 2 antennas with an RP-SMA connection typeand a 12v power supply brick.None of this is supplied. (AS PROPERLY STATED IN LISTING.)Note: If you have the older ver “C”, that older power supply will not work as the oldermodel used 5v.RMA went well, but shipping cost me $12 to return.
Matt S. –
Brand new, works well. Much less than buying directly from the ISP.
Suzanna –
Works great and was way less expensive than buying directly through Verizon.
Jessica Vazquez –
It works
Ricardo A. Seneris –
It only worked for one day and one night. It is always risky buying used routers. Chances are they were bad to begin with such as intermittent moody behavior. Rather than troubleshoot them they just yank them out and replace them with a new one for an uninterrupted cable service. But, I believed it was claimed to had been tested by the seller.
J.K. –
Fair condition: Did not work, password failed 3 times even with reset. Price is great and free shipping, would consider future purchases. Pretty dinged up, coax input was loose and looked like it got some heavy use in it’s past. The sticker on router containing all the important information was very worn down, almost unreadable. Excellent return policy though.
Jeremy –
exactly like the one I was paying $6 a month for thru verizon…
JWiz –
Arrived as expected, worked flawlessly (since it is Verizon branded). The installer was able to provision ethernet for me, so I didn’t need to keep this unit. But I tested it initially and it worked great.
Customer –
I bought this router at the end of February 2016 and today (June 8 2016) it just stopped working and wouldn’t even turn on.
Customer –
Works perfectly with our new fios and was shipped very quickly!
Customer –
This router died after 3 months!
Terrazzo –
looks a bit old school with the antennas but seem to do the job.
James Wright –
Well packaged and does what it should. No need to keep renting that router!
Jerome –
Excellent value, fast shipping. TNX
Amanda C. Craven –
Can’t express how awesome this is! Delivered on time works perfectly and I was in such a tizzy for my online classes and not having internet for a weekend. Even the set up was easy as pie. Will definitely recommend this seller!
Jestl –
Great price
jazyarpy –
This router work perfectly. It was easy to set up. Its the exact same router that I was paying $8.00 a month to rent from Verizon. Now there’s no more fees.
Nick –
After cutting the cord for a couple of months, I decided to get fios internet so that I can get a kodi box. I was very reluctant to go back to “cable” but I saw a good deal for the internet that I couldn’t pass up. I also hate paying to “rent” equipment because I feel that the companies try to rip off the consumer.So ultimately, I decided to buy a wireless receiver. Hey for under $50 It was a good deal in my eyes.I received this router very quickly from when I placed the order. It was as described and works very well.I get a fast wifi signal 2 floors down and outside my house.My fios service is 50/50 upload and download speed. Sometimes I get close to that, sometimes I only get in the low 30’s, I reset the unit and the computer and it usually elevates the speed.Look, For the price of this unit (refurbished or used) it pays for itself in 6 months.I was skeptical at buying a used or refurbished router but after a few months with a great performance with no hiccups along the way, I can say that I highly recommend this seller and product.I will never “rent” equipment from the big cable companies again and neither should you.Let me know if you have any question, I will try my best to answer them. Enjoy!
Shrenik –
Works great with my fios service
Dan –
The items in the photo were all included, and most importantly, it works.
Charlotte –
Great router, does its job well! I’m using it for Verizon FiOs’ lowest speed, which is fast enough for 4 roommates who all use the internet simultaneously. Never had a problem with it.
Kevin Munro –
I bought this so i wouldnt have to pay $15 per month to rent verizons router with FIOS. Plugged it in and it works great. Well worth the money.
Jorge –
Works perfect
Customer –
Arrived and works fine with Verizon Fios. It has the necessary codes/stickers. Not the most powerful wifi in the universe in terms of range. Good thing to buy and not rent/buy from the cable company. I needed my own ethernet cable.
Neil B –
Bought a used one for a new fios internet install to save from paying the monthly free. Was easy for the installer to install. Just make sure you get one with the antennas and power adapter.Editing my review. The wifi on this Sucks! No more than 10-20mbs. Hooked up my linksys router and got full speed. It’s great if you have an external router and turn off wifi on this router. Otherwise try to get the updated model.
Jeremiah K. Rehse –
Works good.
Customer –
Came in great condition and came in super fast. Works really well! I’d suggest it for saving money with Verizon.
Customer –
Bad router, always let my internet disconnect for several times every day. Original I think is verizon’s Internet has problem and ask them to fix it. However, they sent me a new router and the problem fixed. So it is the router’s problem and I even don’t know so I missed the time to return. Don’t buy it.
Shay –
Mine paid for itself in less than a year. It works as well as the one Verizon Fios made me rent. It came well packaged, and ready to go. Worked as soon as I connected everything. My only complaint would be that mine had some superficial scratches on the outside when I got it. It’s not an art piece however, and I don’t give a crap how it looks as long as I can get internet while saving a bit of money.I called Verizon directly AFTER ordering this to get a box to return their router. DON’T WAIT! Make sure you get the return box as soon as possible if you’re thinking about going this route. Verizon dragged their feet for 1.5 months getting me the stupid box for me to return their router, all the while still charging me rent. I understand why they continued charging rent, however that was about $8 more they got from me because of it. Get the free box even if you’re still iffy on buying your own router.
Customer –
GREAT
TZFX –
I have disabled the wifi networks and am more-or-less running this as a MoCa-ethernet adapter to my Archer C7.Note: You should keep the DHCP server service on if you have a Verizon cable box.
Collin Pender –
3 major issues with (used) product.1. Antennae 2x – one was still attached when the product was unboxed. the other antennae was broken off, and place inside another bag with the power cord and ethernet cable2. Power cable not functioning. Tested on another known working model with the same model power cord. Didn’t work for either router. Tested known working power cable on purchased router, and it worked.3. When powered on (using the other power cord), the router couldn’t connect to the internet (got yellow/orange “internet” light).
Customer –
it works great so far. Nice
Kindle –
Excellent price compared to buying it directly from Verizon. It will take approximately 10 months before breaking even compared to renting this on a monthly basis from Verizon. For a couple dollars more I also picked up a three-year warranty so after 10 months I’ll break even and still have 26 months of savings of $7.99 per month.
Nathan John –
Works, but sadly had a broken antenna base, but was fixed using a spare washer.
Maxwell Clifford –
Not much to say it works, no problems a few months down the road. Arrived within expected time frame. Would buy from seller again.
Samuel Chon –
Works are advertised.had to call verizon to release DHCP and re provision the router.It’s the older techonology if you want over 100 Mbps..but for under 30 bucks you can’t beat it.
CoolDeals –
Worked great. Used but as good as new.
Jim –
worked well but not easy to set up Fios support made the process take to much time. Three calls Fios support . Only one should have been needed.
AIQBAL –
Bought a refurbished unit to replace a rental Verizon Fios Router Actiontec MI424WR Rev I (renting is such a rip-off). Setup was easy, just needed to call verizon to have them recognize it. Looks exactly the same as the unit provided by Verizon and so far, performance seems on-par. Note that this is NOT a dual-band router and only has the 2.4ghz channel. However, 2.4ghz has quite a range and is more than adequate for 50mbps internet speeds.
John Deep –
Dead on arrival. Wouldn’t power up. I had to use the router the Verizon tech had on the truck. I specifically paid more for a prime item so I could get it in time for the install.
massiel Diaz –
Worked perfectly and saved me about 8 dollars a month on my Verizon bill. Definitely recommend it.
W. Lee –
Worked great to not have to pay those ridiculous prices to Verizon!
Will –
My apple router had a problem. Very pleased with this order. First time buying used and the quality is great. Didn’t want to rent the Verizon Fios wifi router. This was a great choice. I have the 50/50 megabytes net speed. Meaning 50 up and 50 download.
dorolalala –
It works very well with my Verizon FIOS service with no problem. Buying this has also saved $10 renting fee every month!
Dustin Brown –
Save yourself $100 and buy a used one on Amazon. Works great for us.
G. Wittmann –
The router was like new. I use it to attach my TiVO recorder via Ethernet in order to obtain better quality programming. I needed a Verizon Fios for that purpose as other Routers would not work with Fios.
Customer –
Tried this to save money and ended up returning it, it was very very slow compared to the company issued router. If I can find something as fast for no monthly surcharge I’ll update my review.
Duncan Skiles –
After reading the other reviews here, I thought this router would do fine with my 50/50 Fios plan. However after installation, I found out that the range is very weak. With my laptop in the same room, I could get 25 mbs tops; with my laptop on the other side of the apartment (where I typically work), it barely connected. It wasn’t just slow, it was unusable. So I had the Fios technicians install their new router, which had at least 40 mbs in every room. (It even went over 50 mbs at times). So I purchased that one from Verizon for $150.Based on my experience, if you want fast internet you need the latest gear.
tasos –
Used item but works good and saved me a lot of money. Thanks!
Maia Fedyszyn –
Item listed as very good condition but one of the wifi antenna jacks is broken
Victor –
Bought a refurbished one, and it’s been working fine with my Fios service for two months now. The Verizon guy had no problems installing it, and I haven’t had any issues with it.
Alex L –
Even though this is advertised as a Verizon router, the one I received was actually a frontier router. It will still work with Verizon service but they will offer no technical support for it. This item should NOT be labelled as a Verizon router Because it isn’t!
Daniel –
Very bad, wi fi not worked good, and don’t have returned services
Peter –
We have one.It has been unreliable lately (the device is less than a year old),shutting down, especially on hot days.I think it is due to overheating.One can coax it to come back on, but it’s a very unpredictable remedy.Verizon really should use better equipment, because unreliable routers degrade their service.
Pokemon master number 1! –
Works fine.
Pamela J. Peerce Landers –
Pros:1. Buying this modem/router is saving me $120/yr renting it from Verizon and enabling me to save $500/yr by dumping Comcast.2. Easy set up.3. Modem and router all in one.4. Works with my Netgear Router Extender.Cons:1. Much more limited range than a Comcast-compatible router, so you may have to buy a router extender.Bought this because the Verizon “chat guy” recommended it over the Gateway router. Bad advice. While this router can handle Verizon’s 50/50 download/upload, that is its limit. The Gateway router is good to 1 Gigabit, and is the right choice IMO.A word to the wise. Don’t chat. Talk to real people.
C. Logsdon –
This came with a chord that did not belong to the router. It does not work. I missed work to set up my internet with a Verizon Tech and he drove here for me to have a non-working router because the seller provided me trivislon power chord that is not compatible.
Ashley Vargem –
I purchased this product, which was supposed to be like-new. The description said that there were no problems with the item, however when I received it the 4 Ethernet ports in the back of the router were faulty. I’m unable to plug any Ethernet cables into these ports to get a connection.
Shane –
The router arrived with the wrong power cord, so it doesn’t work at all. I don’t have much time before verizon gets here to install my service. I’m not sure what to do now!
tony –
SUPER EASY but Does not broadcast in 5 ghz. Just plug it in and it connects. No need to call verizon. The password is on the sticker to admin the router.
Customer –
No adapter power included !!!!! Disappointed!!!!!
Customer –
Doesn’t Work, so one star, now I am paying for internetI cant use.
Customer –
even though i bough a used one, it work very well
Vic Miller –
Working as designed. Did not have antennas, but I got one from somewhere else.
Farid –
Very good modem/ router works very well in hole 2 story home.
William McGuire –
He product was as advertised and has worked great since buying it.
Silvia –
Work fineNormal wear and tearBut no feet was provided for the upright configuration
Matthew Conroy –
does not work out of the box ;( Had to buy a Verizon router on the fly for $150 when the techs where in the house for the install.
David W. –
This is an older but good router. The shipper didn’t include the Base. But it does work good. This router offer a lot of functions if you are tech savvy.
kihwan park –
Good
Carla V. –
Works fine even for Verizon Fios
Ilia Spaho –
Power cable and antennas are not original – this was confirmed by my fios installation tech. He called it a Frankenstein but the router works well and allows me to get high speed internet without the $10 monthly rental surcharge for Verizon’s router. The range is good for my one bedroom apartment and I have good signal in all rooms.
Cleopatra –
The router works great and it arrived before the estimated time frame!
Philip Sontag –
This router has been working amazing! No issues
eileen –
this did not work. It was broken when it arrived
alagogtil –
Verizon guy came and hooked me up in 15 mins, worked great.
batman –
works well with verizon fits
EFINXACE –
This is perfect ..Performance is great.
Anthony –
Got it on-time. Works great.
Joe –
Worked immediately when connected to Fios coax interface. No programming or config steps needed. Much better value than purchasing direct from Verizon.
Tavares –
Good buy get it if you meet it
Julia O –
I was skeptical because it was cheaper, but it came well packaged and works amazing so far!
Pablo –
Modem came with incorrect firmware. Would not work with Verizon Fios as stated/required. Had to spend 3x as much for factory modem.
Cedric Merritt –
works great with my fios, the only complaint is that it dosent have as much range as the newer model quantum gateway
whisks –
Router works ok but I was sent the wrong wire. Thankfully the person installing my equipment noticed – had I used the one sent with the router, it probably would have blown it.
Sumit Agrawal –
It was missing the piece to make it stand. Else everything was as I had expected.
kuttydoc –
Buying this product helped me get rid of Cable. I have downgraded to internet alone from Verizon which costs about 40$ a month for a 50/50 MB upload/download internet service. This product works well as a router as well as for wifi. Making this purchase helped me avoid having to pay for the expensive router ($150+) or pay $10/month for the router from Verizon.
Sari –
Worth every penny saving us 12 a month. Works awesome.
jerzA –
works perfectly. had over a year with no issues
Insighter –
The reason I have 3 stars is the cable that came with it, does not meet the input specifications needed for the router. instead of 18V-1.8A, it is 15V-1.5A. Did not pay attention until the technician asked for the cable. Shocked to see when the technician was there. Luckily he had one with him that saved the day!
DAN IOAN FAUR –
The router is very useful and works well for me , but I use a network cable for the connection to my computer to have the max speed verizon gives me. WiFi works too but gives me less speed which is normal for this type of router. However Verizon accepted this router because it is a verizon router , but because was used and configured for Frontline Communications they do not provide support or troubleshooting for it. So , for Verizon Fios you need to be sure the router was use for FIOS in order to have Verizon able to access and test your router .
Steven M –
I bought two of these units as the first one would not turn on and had to be sent back. The second arrived and I connected it to our Frontier FIOS and went about setting up the wireless. This unit only has the old 2.4 Ghz wireless channel however the specs say up to 140 mbps. The best speed I could get was 29 mb using Speedtest.net and I always get around 50 mb using the original Frontier Frontier FiOS Gateway Router FiOS-G1100-FT(rented) router. This is the short version of trying every channel checking for any software updates (none) and finally giving up.So I will send this back and be purchasing a Frontier FiOS Gateway Router FiOS-G1100-FT. I had thought about a MoCa adapter but the price is about the same as a used Frontier FiOS Gateway Router FiOS-G1100-FT so there it is.
Yulia K. –
As I am trying to write the truth, Amazon deletes my truthful review on this item. First of all, it came with 120V cable, not 12V AC/DC adapter, Second, it never had a password for this serial number, so I would never be able to connect to internet. Third, I had to run to a local store and spend more then $130 to get a router on the same day when technician came
KarenPetrow –
Exactly as expected and saving a lot of money by owning my own router.
Danielle Mack –
This version can’t be seen on Verizon network. It’s too old. And now it’s no longer connecting to my internet!
Chef Soderstrom –
Cheap alternative to the gigabit FIOS router for Verizon, instead of paying $10 per month , buy this!
Ram –
Works nice and as described
Penny S. –
Password not valid. Sent back.
Zhijian lin –
wrong power adapter
Valdemar Krzyzanowski –
good product
Jran, of Everett Wash –
The product never worked when I received it. I missed the return deadline date, but I had to vent anyway.
P. W. –
My old router had to be rebooted daily. Verizon wanted $10 a month to upgrade. This is without a doubt the best way to go. I was nervous that this would not work, but it did. Plug it in, do a little admin set up and off you go.
Andrew Zentner –
Router lasted 5 months then died.
A Philson –
Bought to avoid being charged equipment fees from Verizon. The tech installed without problems. Been running apx 24hrs for 6 months.
kidcarrjr –
Worked OK.but caller ID did not work
Customer –
Awesome deal! Verizon wanted to charge us $12 / mo. For $19 we own it! Thank you! Also, it was delivered the same day! Crazy but true!!
L E –
If I could rate zero stars I would. So annoyed- bought and scheduled Verizon appointment a week out. When tech arrived said the item was not working. It showed lights when it plugged in but very faint and the connectivity light was illuminated on the back when it wasn’t even connected. I was forced to run and send almost $160 on one so I didn’t have to reschedule Verizon to come back out a week later. Very disappointed. I knew this was a risky purchase but it says “used, like new” not “used, P.O.S.”
Xiao Fei –
One of the intenaes was broken. I don’t know if it broke during shipment but other than that, everything else seems oki (I don’t know what the intenae is for so….)
lawstudent12 –
Very disappointed in this router. As other reviewers have noted, it just stopped working after a year. It stopped being able to receive power.
M. Laurent Decool –
works fine
Paul –
Works good . I’m not an expert , but I have wi fi electronics throughout my house without any issues .
tito coleman –
Works great, and saves the cost of abusive Verizon monthly rental charges.
Real –
I received broken item! It is not working. Wasted my time
Dawn –
Don’t buy
Nisha –
Works great
Dennis M. Campbell –
Works well and saves me money!
Endigrow –
Everyday work horse. No problems.
Triq Melita –
IMPORTANT: Connect the cable from the FIOS box (wall, i guess) to the WAN.For some this may state the obvious. For me and some of us, it may help cut down on frustration. I had the Gateway 1100 under the impression I was on the ‘rent to buy’ program… long story short, Verizon sent me THIS router on the ‘buy’ end. (you read it right. After paying the full price of the Gateway in rent, they sent me a crappy older router…. good ol’ verizon….). I connected this the same way the G1100 was connected. Willy-nilly as it turns out… The G1100 is a lot more forgiving, working great though apparently connected to the wrong port. So, on THIS (Actionetec) I could not get a good connection, I could not connect more than one device at the same time, I was getting a message that there was another device connected with the same IP. a) That should not be happening, the router should have its own (known) static IP and assign dynamic IPs to other devices. b) the router would also get random IPs. Not good. Called tech support. Well… another VERY VERY VERY long story short, after *finally* getting to tech support, the guy asks the right question: is the RJ45 cable connected to the WAN port? Welll… no… So he gives me the rundown: Connect the cable to the WAN. Wait for the lights to start. Turn on computer 1, is it connecting? Yes! What is its IP? Random? Good. What is the router’s IP? The one you expect it to be? (192…… etc) . Yes. Good again! Connect computer2 on WiFi. On the internet? No conflicts? Good. Move on to the phone, then to the remainder devices.So, why 3 stars? For the frustration factor. And for the form factor: open holes will allow dust to settle on board. And for the fact that it is single band. Only 2.4 Ghz. And because I didn’t pay $15… More like $150… Had I paid $15, I would have considered this an absolute bargain.
JSC W –
I was disappointed with this router- Frequent Interruptions! I could not work efficiently because of its bad quality. I returned it.
Holly Jansen –
Didn’t even turn on. Returning. 🙄
Customer –
The way they had it configured, I could not log into it and change setting that needed to be changed. When I emailed support never heard anything back. I had to go out and spend more money and buy another one at a store.
susan kadar –
So far just fine.
Dena Calabrese –
I had to eliminate a star because the routers antenna was broken on arrival. The only reason I didn’t return this item is because the FIOS installer said The router would work with it. Nonetheless, I expected a router in perfect condition.
Customer –
Good price. Working just as well as the identical original one I rented from Verizon. I turned the rented one into Verizon and no longer have to pay rental fees. Big savings already.
Sam Imamovic –
I got Verizon Fios service, and I purchased this router so i don’t have to rent it at 10 dollars a month. it said used in good condition, however it was like brand new, can’t tell the difference. i love it. saved a lot of money.
The Toan Ranger –
Same exact version Verizon charges you monthly for. Save a lot and just buy. Look online and the instructions will get you up and going within 10 minutes.
RK –
Works great. Within five minutes it was up and running.