[Discuss] MOCA routers

[Brandon Vogel]

Been really happy with my two-node GliNet setup running OpenWRT with a
wired backhaul. The configs are all set with IaaC principles and kept in a
git repo. We get good performance with tons of devices over a big area and
the same SSID has not caused any handoff problems after a good config.

This is the router itself - I have two of them:
GL.iNet GL-MT6000 (Flint 2) WiFi...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP7S3117?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


On Fri, Jul 24, 2026 at 8:55 AM Rich Pieri <richard.pieri at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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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