Wi-Fi 7 on Verizon Fios
Verizon's own Fios Router tops out at Wi-Fi 6E today, so for true Wi-Fi 7 use your own router into the ONT's Ethernet port. On sub-gig Fios plans the upgrade is mostly future-proofing.
- Connection
- Fibre
- Their gateway
- Fios Router (latest CR1000 series)
- Gateway Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E on the current Fios Router
- Use your own router?
- Yes
Using your own router
Fios works fine with your own router connected to the ONT via Ethernet — no cable-style modem needed.
Step by step
- Find your ONT's Ethernet output (often already feeding the Fios Router).
- Connect a Wi-Fi 7 router to that Ethernet port.
- Return the rented Fios Router if you no longer need it, to drop the fee.
Our pick for Verizon Fios
Asus RT-BE96U
Most people who want one powerful router without a subscription.
Provider hardware and policies change frequently and vary by market and plan. Confirm the current gateway and bring-your-own-router rules with Verizon Fios before purchasing.