> why is this the worst device I own? Part of the problem is, most consumer-grade routers use CPUs that can kind of get by most of the time on passive cooling.

> why is this the worst device I own? Part of the problem is, most consumer-grade routers use CPUs that can kind of get by most of the time on passive cooling. Then when the weather is hot or your usage is above-average, it has problems. Most people want to avoid active cooling on a router, because you've got it out in the open for line-of-sight / signal propagation purposes, and there's kind of a reliability argument for avoiding moving parts. I'm not trying to say the only advantage of a pro setup is having fans on it, but it's definitely one of the advantages.