@rctp I would expect that modem to handle your needs for many years.

@rctp If it were me and the router performs fine except for the lights, I would live with it as it appears it may be your Modem or ISP since you used two different routers. Also I have my lights off...

@rctp I have the light off on my router as that is what I prefer. If you get a new modem, get one on the ISP list with a higher speed tier as it will be better and should last longer. Cost difference...

@dhostetter You may have lost the IP address with the modem. Power off and unplug both the modem and router, wait 10 min, plug in and power on the modem and wait for it to configure, plug in the...

@rctp I can not tell you which would be the best router for you as everybodys needs and network is different. The advice I have is to buy one from a place that has a good return policy. Test it...

@rctp Be sure the firmware is up to date in the router. I would suspect the Ethernet cable but you said you changed it. Look at the modem connection and ensure no bent pins in the connector. power...