Best Router

The new one should have better features so get the new one.

Hi,

The fact that you're even asking this question suggests to me that you should keep the old one for the time being. Unless you have a reason to upgrade, then dont.

When you have a reason in the future - like your current router cant providethe bandwidth you require or doesn't have enough ports or management features, then buying another one at that time will get you an even better router for less money.

Cheers,
Tim.

You don't give any reasons why your old router doesn't fit you needs nor what your requirements are for a new router. If your old equipment gets the job done then use it unless you like spending money. If you really have a need to not use your existing equipment then give a reason and perhaps someone can give an informed opinion of one model over the other.

The hardware in a 7XXX series router is rather expensive. Price the necessary upgrade and then make your decision.

I would keep the older router as long as it meets your needs for your projected future. If it does not meet you needs call your Cisco rep and ask a Cisco Trade in.

Alot of that depends on what the application is. If it just process packets for a web host that 7500 series router is plenty. I would suggest keeping the router and eventually purchase a layer 3 switch with routing capabilities. You can always find uses for your existing router, like HSRP.

Hi,

"real old and beat up" sounds like its working fine to me. A router doesn't have to do any more tha just that. Route.

If you'd said "real old and only capable of 10mb/sec on my 100Mb/sec LAN", then that would have been a different thing and I'd suggest you upgrade...

Have you considered polishing it?

Cheers,
Tim.

If its working now, then

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