[Discuss] MOCA routers

[richard.pieri at gmail.com (Rich Pieri)]

On Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:45:16 -0400
Jerry Feldman <gaf.linux at gmail.com> wrote:

> I'm possibly looking to replace the Actiontec with possibly a wifi 7
> MOCA router. Any recommendations.

See if you can configure your existing Actiontec box as a MOCA to
Ethernet bridge. If you can do this then you can put an OpenWRT router
of your choice behind it. You'll get a much more capable and secure
router/firewall this way.

> Another thing. I keep the 2 SSIDs separate. Would it be better to use
> the same SSID on both routers.

My understanding of it is you can do this with consumer kit if your
access points have the same feature sets. Some tinkering with power
settings probably is required to get roaming/switching to work correctly
or at all.

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