GFiber Edge 8 Gig Plan Overview
Your GFiber Edge 8 Gig internet product delivers next-generation technology built for high-tech households, content creators, pro gamers, and digital pioneers. Designed for those pushing the absolute boundaries of the internet, this overview guide explains what to expect, the premium hardware included, and how to maximize your plan's elite reliability features.
Speed Specifics: What is Edge 8 Gig?
The Edge 8 Gig plan features an ultra-powerful, symmetrical connection, providing massive, balanced data streams for handling large files, simultaneous local servers, and elite multi-device performance:
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Maximum Download Speed: Up to 8 Gbps (8,000 Mbps) through a wired connection.
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Maximum Upload Speed: Up to 8 Gbps (8,000 Mbps) through a wired connection.
Hardware Specifics & Wireless Performance
To distribute 8 Gig bandwidth across your network infrastructure, your plan includes specialized, high-tier routing and mesh hardware.
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Included Router: A premium Multi-Gig Wi-Fi 6E Router (or a GFiber Wi-Fi 7 Router in select service areas) comes standard. You are also welcome to use your own compatible third-party multi-gig router.
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Mesh Coverage: Up to 2 matching Mesh Extenders (Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7, depending on area availability) are provided at no extra cost, based on a technician's assessment during installation. Additional extenders can be purchased via your online account portal.
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Expected Wireless Speeds: Under optimal conditions, you can expect real-world wireless speeds up to 1.6 Gbps when measured directly next to the primary router.
Edge 8 Gig is priced at $150 per month (plus applicable taxes) with no data caps, no contracts, and no hidden fees. Because elite performance demands unmatched stability, this product includes standard reliability protections.
Priority Room Optimization
During your free professional installation, a GFiber technician will evaluate your home's layout and structural materials to design a custom network setup. This ensures dedicated, high-speed wired connectivity is routed straight to the rooms that matter most — such as home studios, home office spaces, or competitive gaming stations. If your home's infrastructure does not support physical lines, the technician will manually optimize your Wi-Fi architecture. Learn more about Priority Room Optimization.
Internet Battery Backup (Optional)
Because fiber optic technology uses light rather than electrical impulses, the GFiber network remains online even during local power grid failures. To keep your home equipment running, you can add an Internet Battery Backup is included for free (simply opt-in during sign-up). Learn more about Internet Battery Backup.
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Uninterrupted Bandwidth: Automatically kicks in during an outage to provide up to 2 hours of full-bandwidth power to your primary [~Fiber Jack] and router.
Important: The backup system powers your primary connection point only; it will not power wireless mesh extenders or function during widespread facility outages.
Uptime Guarantee
Edge 8 Gig is built for mission-critical connectivity. If your internet connection drops below a 99.9% uptime threshold in any given billing cycle, you will automatically receive a 25% credit on your monthly bill. Please review our Terms of Service for complete details.
Plan Details & Account Upgrades
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Upgrading Your Plan: You can instantly upgrade to Edge 8 Gig via your online account portal or the GFiber mobile app. Note that if you upgrade to a newer lifestyle product, you cannot downgrade back to original or retired plan structures (1 Gig, 2 Gig, 5 Gig, or 8 Gig).
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Downgrades & Equipment Retention: Customers downgrading plans can generally keep their existing hardware placement. However, specialized hardware additions like the Internet Battery Backup must be returned upon service downgrade to avoid recurring fees.
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Service Cancellation Policy: If you choose to cancel your GFiber service entirely, all hardware must be returned within 60 days of cancellation to avoid a standard equipment replacement fee and applicable taxes.