Linksys Switches 24 Port

Surf the Web email and instant message from anywhere in your home. Performance: Great speed and coverage with a range that easily covers your home. Get the fastest speeds for all your wireless activities. 802.11n technology gives you speeds of up to 300 Mbps "thatâ?TMs 5 times the speed of G. 3D Coverage. Dual-plane antennas and MIMO technology provide three-dimensional whole-home coverage for consistent signal even through walls and floors. Security. WPS/WPA2 encryption standards and preset security settings get you up and running safely. One-touch Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) securely connects multiple computers and devices with the push of a button. Easy Setup. Get your secure wireless network up and running in minutes. Just three easy steps and youâ?TMre you out of the box and onto the Web. The standard transmission ratesâ?"300 Mbps 54 Mbps and 11 Mbpsâ?"are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower.

Amazon Sales Rank: #38973 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Belkin Model: F7D2301 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.40" h x 8.10" w x 10.10" l, 1.25 pounds Wireless-N router ideal for surfing the web, emailing, and instant messaging from anywhere in your home Speeds of up to 300 Mbps on Wireless-N networks; backward compatible with Wireless-G networks Easy 3-step set-up; preconfigured security: Wi-Fi Protected Setup, 256-bit WPA/WPA2 and 64/128 WEP encryption "Self-Healing" application automatically analyzes your network and provides detection and network resolution Backed by Belkin's 2-year limited warranty and 24/7 tech support

Get great speed and coverage with the Belkin Surf Wireless Router (F7D2301). Featuring Wireless-N and MIMO technologies, this router will give you speeds of up to 300 Mbps on Wireless-N networks, letting you surf the Web, email, and instant message from anywhere in your home. With "Easy Start" and preconfigured WPA/WPA2 and WEP encryption settings, your network will be up and running securely in just a few minutes. Plus, Belkin's integrated "Self-Healing" Application provides automatic resolution of potential network problems, keeping your connection hassle-free. Belkin Surf Wireless Router (F7D2301)At a glance: Preconfigured security settings with WPS/WPA2 and WEP encryption Speeds up to 300 Mbps on wireless-N networks "Easy Start" gets you up and running securely in minutes "Self-Healing" App automatically detects and fixes problems Four LAN ports and one WAN port support use with multiple devices Energy-Star-certified power adapter

Most helpful customer reviews 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Exactly what the doctor ordered! (LIES!) By J. Murphy Scratch my original review: What every other reviewer is saying is true. Horrible connection, constantly dropping connections...this thing sucks. Going to one of the big box stores to buy a D-Link (which I've never had problems with). Thanks belkin for putting out crap! I had actually originally ordered the Belkin Wireless Play Router (F7D4302). After rereading the differences, I figured I could live without the extra "apps" and the USB port. I'm sure I made the correct choice at this point! First about the physical aspects of the router: When I opened the box I was really surprised. The cables are plugged into the router where they should be already. That might not seem like much, but to explain this to my father on the phone for when his shows up, it will be a snap. There was no "manual", but it is included on the cd. I do like that it came preconfigured with WPA2 and a password on a card. There is space to write down your configurations that you set, and it stores in a little pocket under the router. Next the software and firmware: The application on the CD just takes you to the router config (which you can do through a browser if you know the url which ISN'T a 192.168.x.xxx). The tool automatically configures everything, but I suggest setting a password for the router itself. There is also a program it installs, but I haven't had to use it yet. The firmware gives a bevy of options that I got to playing around with. There isn't anything special here to be honest. QoS is set to on, I've yet to decide whether to leave it or not. I don't have voip, but I stream a lot of movies from my own network and also boxee and Zinc. Some of the menu's don't have as many options on the same page as I would prefer which caused me to browse more pages that I thought necessary. Nit picky yes, but I enjoyed the firmware on my Dlink Gaming Router. Finally Performance and Pricing: Let's be real. It's a excellent performing $49 wireless N router. I've yet to see the value add of the "Self healing" application, but overall, for the price, I didn't see a better offering. Performance wise, I used to be able to transfer 10GB + files on my Dlink Gaming Router (g) at about 2-3Mb/s. I get 12-15 with this one. I'm very pleased. Streaming 10GB .mkv's is no issue at all now. Probably my only true gripe, it feels like REALLY cheap plastic. I personally would have paid $10 more to get a metal case like the netgear switches. This could be a heating dissipation issue, I'm not sure, but like I said, it feels amazingly cheap (and light). Don't need the USB, this is your best bet! 4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Low signal strength! Sorry that I bought this. By Gail Stay away from this router. Sorry that I bought this from Best Buy. My old G router worked just as well and had more signal strength and a better antennae. I got this to upgrade my old G that was having problems. I use it to stream netflix movies to my home theater. This router is less than 40 feet away on the same floor of an open living space... and doesn't have enough signal to stream movies without hangups and constant re buffering. If I take my Bluray player that this talks to, out of the TV cabinet and point it in almost direct line of site.. than it will work... If you plan on using this to connect PC's etc in other rooms separated by walls, don't bother with this router. I have to return it and invest in something better. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Belkin Surf By Timo Best cheap router I have bought! Ok is not the fastest but I have 2 story houes & have no connection issues. Running 3 desktops, 4 to 5 laptops & XBox 360. I bought this one while traveling, when Hotel we were staying at wireless did not work (but their wired was fine) being we had 3 laptops trying to use I went to BB & found this one for $29.95. It was

Belkin Play N600 Wireless Dual Band N Router

Amazon Sales Rank: #28455 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Belkin Model: F7D8302q Dimensions: 9.75" h x 3.25" w x 7.75" l, 1.90 pounds High performance for gaming and video streaming Simulataneous dual-band operating on 2.4 and 5 GHz bands Simple and Secure Guest Access Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

The Belkin Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ Router (F7D8302) is an ideal router for gaming, video streaming, and other high-bandwidth tasks. Featuring full support for wireless-N 600, this router will give you speeds of up to 300 Mbps + 300 Mbps*. With preconfigured wireless security settings, your network will be up and running securely in just a few minutes. And with 3D coverage, you'll be able to access the Internet from anywhere in your home. This router also comes with a suite of advanced Belkin Apps, designed to unleash your network. *The standard transmission rates--300Mbps, 54Mbps, and 11Mbps--are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower and may depend on the mix of wireless products used.Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ RouterAt a Glance:Provides wireless speeds of up to 300 Mbps + 300 Mbps* Dual antennas provide 3D coverage for fast, reliable connections Uses two bands simultaneously for smooth, latency-free performance Sets up in minutes with preconfigured security settingsFour exclusive apps provide an enhanced wireless experienceFour LAN ports, one WAN port, and one USB 2.0 portIdeal For:Streaming VideosPlaying Games OnlineDownloading Media WirelesslyBelkin Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ RouterEnjoy smooth performance whether you're streaming video or gaming online. View larger.Two USB ports let you connect a printer and hard disk for wireless printing and storage. High-speed Performance with Wireless-N 600 TechnologyThe Belkin Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ Router runs simultaneously on dual bands: 2.4GHz and 5GHz. By using two bands simultaneously, each providing up to 300Mbps performance, the Play N600 is able to eliminate interference and optimize performance. Whether you're streaming HD video or gaming online, you'll experience smooth, high-performance connections.Fast, Easy Three-Step SetupThe Play N600 has been designed for an easy setup. All you have to do is follow three simple steps: plug the Play N600 into your modem, plug the router into the wall, and insert the included setup CD into your computer. And you won't have to tinker with encryption settings, since the Play N600 comes with preconfigured wireless security settings.To set up your network, the Play requires a computer with a Windows XP 32 (SP3 or greater), Windows Vista (32/64), Windows 7 (32/64), or Mac OS X (v10.5 or v10.6) operating system; an installed network interface card and TCP/IP networking protocol; Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari; and minimum 64 MB RAM. 3D Coverage for Your Entire HomeFeaturing Belkin's powerful 3D Coverage technology, the Play N600 provides even coverage at all times. It uses two antennas--one horizontal and one vertical--to achieve full coverage across two planes. This ensures a consistent signal, even when there are walls and floors between you and your computer. You'll be able to obtain a strong signal at all times, regardless of where you are in your house. Apps Augment Your Wireless ExperienceThe Play N600 comes with a full complement of apps, which are designed to enhance your wireless experience. These include:Video Mover: Play videos from your library on your TV - wirelessly.Self-Healing Application: Analyzes your network and automatically detects and resolves problems.Print Zone: Allows you to connect your network to any compatible printer, and lets you print wirelessly.Memory Safe: Automatically creates backups of your files to an external hard-drive. You can specify which files you want to back up, and how often you want them backed up.Easily Share Photos and Files, Wirelessly on any Computer in Your HomeThe Play N600 has a built-in USB port that you use to connect an external hard drive. Once a hard drive is connected, all computers on the network can access the hard drive wirelessly, making sharing photos and files easy. Versatile, Energy-Efficient DesignProviding all the inputs and outputs you need to sustain a full online network, the Play N600 features four LAN ports, one WAN port, and one USB 2.0 port, allowing you to use it with multiple devices at once. In addition, the router's power adapter is Energy-Star certified. This helps to minimize your energy use, reduce costs, and keep your network green. The Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ Router is supported by Belkin's two-year limited warranty and 24/7 tech support.What's in the BoxBelkin Play N600 Wireless Dual-Band N+ Router (F7D8302), power supply, setup CD with user manual, networking cable, cable tags and PSU tags.Choose the Belkin Router that's Right for YouConnectN150SurfN300ShareN300PlayN600Play HDN600CoverageGoodBetterBetterBestBestSpeedUp to 150MbpsUp to 300MbpsUp to 300MbpsUp to 300Mbps +300MbpsUp to 300Mbps +300MbpsInternal antennas12244Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000Mbps wired speed Streams stored music to devices around your homeWireless printingUSB ports00112Optimized for streaming HD videoOptimized for wireless gamingEliminates interference with simultaneous dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz networksEnables BitTorrent downloadsApps for the activities you love01345

Most helpful customer reviews 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Great dual band router for the money! By dafellows For Christmas, one of the gifts I presented to my wife was a new laptop computer. She loved it, however, after a few days she starting complaining that she really needed access to the internet via her laptop, especially once her classes started back up in January. I started searching for options and didn't care for the wireless on-the-go route. I thought $50 a month coupled with a 2 year contact was too expensive and wouldn't even know if it would solve my issue. Then, I started looking at dual band routers and narrowed it down to two, the Belkin N600 and the Netgear N600. Both were made in China and had about the same features. I ended up going with the Belkin because it was on sale for $10 less than the Netgear. I also liked the the slim design and built in stand, whereas the Netgear had a separate stand if you wanted the item to stand vertical instead of laying horizontal. Once home, the installation was extremely easy and I was up and running in less than 10 minutes from start to finish. Upon completion of downloading the latest updates for my wife's laptop, I turned it over to her. She was thrilled and spent the next 3-4 hours on the machine. She never encountered an issue with the connection, and loved being able to access her files and folders from our other desktop computer. The speed at which she was accessing (surfing) the internet was very impressive. We live in a very large house and had no problems with the connection, it performed flawlessly. Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase and decision to go with the Belkin. It works exactly as advertised and I sincerely believe it is a great dual band router for the money. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Requires frequent reboot By Paul Borghese This router has buggy software requiring frequent rebooting. As an engineer I have a theory as to why this happens. The software contains memory leaks. The router allocates more and more memory without ever releasing the used memory. Over time the router runs out of memory and requires a reboot. Frankly Belkin needs to take time to fix the problem. But instead of fixing the software, Belkin added a setting called "Self Healing". How it works is you specify a time for the router to automatically reboot itself. So my assumptions are Belkin is well aware of the problem but instead if fixing it simply gave us an unacceptable workaround. This is the last Belkin product I will purchase. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Biggest Piece of crap ever By Fed up with belkin So i purchased this router 8 months ago.... Month 1: Took three days and many calls to belkin support to setup, cd setup is a joke. After all the calls, i was only able to get 2.4 Ghz band working but not the 5 Ghz. Being a big reason for buying this, not having the 5Ghz band working was a disapointment. Several power cycles, resets, and reconfigs Month 2: All the previous procedures to get the wireless back up were now not working. So, i made another call to belkin. I was treated like an idiot and was told it was my ISP everytime (which it wasnt). I played around with 64 encryption and got my pc to recognize the 2.4ghz network and was able to get my mac to recognize the 5ghz network on WPA which i was happy about since 64 encryption is lacking in security. Things worked for a week then i had to reset and reconfigure this continued for months untill they finally release a firmware update that addressed the issue somewhat. I notice there is a weekly repair setting that was enabled which basically restarted the router weekly. After changing that setting things worked great for a month or so. Untill last week, when it did its stop working thing and this time i could not get the dang thing to connect to the internet. I searched for a new firmware and lo and behold there was one availible. I updated the firmware

Netgear Wireless G Firewall Router

Amazon Sales Rank: #31420 in Consumer Electronics Brand: Netgear Model: WGT624 Platform: Windows Format: CD Original language: English Dimensions: 1.10" h x 7.40" w x 6.89" l, .66 pounds Super-G Wireless router improves your wireless speed and range 4-port switch delivers twice the speed and four times the coverage of the standard Wireless-G protocol Configurable for private networks or public hotspots Double Firewall protection to defend your computer from external hacker attacks Device measures 6.9 x 1.1 x 4.7 inches (WxHxD)

Amazon.com Product Description .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } The NETGEAR WGT624 Super-G Wireless Router offers: Up to 108 Mbps via 802.11g wireless networking. 4-port Ethernet switch for wired connections. Double Firewall protection to defend your computer from external hacker attacks Wireless networking is constantly evolving, and the need for increasingly faster speeds and greater range is not only sought after, but expected. If better wireless speed and range with consistent wireless connections is what you're looking for, then NETGEAR has you covered with the WGT624 Super-G Wireless Router. With this handy device you'll have no more dropped connections, and you can kiss dead spots goodbye. With Super-G networking, the WGT624 can deliver speeds up to 108 Mbps. View larger. This compact, stylish router provides a simple and secure way to share your high-speed Internet connection. The WGT624 has a 4-port switch, and delivers twice the speed and four times the coverage of the standard Wireless-G protocol. And to achieve maximum performance, NETGEAR suggests using Super-G wireless adapters, such as the Super-G Wireless PC Card, Super-G Wireless PCI Adapter, or the Super-G Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. If security is a concern, you can rest easy knowing that your network is being powered by this router. Designed to be configurable for private networks or public hotspots, the WGT624 features double Firewall protection to defend your computer from external hacker attacks. And with Touchless Wi-Fi Security, this device makes securing your network a breeze. The routing protocols for the WGT624 are both static and dynamic routing. This device works with most Internet gaming and instant messaging applications, and other applications that support Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for automatic Internet access. Other functions include: Automatic ISP detection Exposed Host (DMZ) MAC address authentication Time-based usage controls "Trusted User" controls URL content filtering Logs and e-mail alerts of Internet Wireless Access Control Wi-Fi Protected access (WPA) Pre-shared Key remote management Setup is made quick and easy with the Smart Wizard install software. System requirements include a broadband (cable or DSL) Internet Service and a modem with an Ethernet connection; 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and cable for each computer; Microsoft Windows Vista, XP, 2000, NT, Me, 98, 95, or other operating systems running a TCP/IP network; and Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, Netscape 4.7 or higher, or Firefox 1.0 or higher, and Safari for Mac. Microsoft Vista Beta drivers are available at www.netgear.com/vista. What's in the Box NETGEAR WGT624 Super-G Wireless Router, setup CD, power adapter, Ethernet cable, vertical stand, setup guide, and warranty/support information card. Early Adopters Pick: October 2003. The first Super G Router with double the speed of 802.11g and up to 10 times faster than 802.11b. Up to 10x Faster Than 802.11b with Greater Range Super Fast! Netgear's WGT624 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router is 10 times faster than 802.11b routers. When used with Netgear's WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card, it delivers speeds up to 108 Mbps using Super GTM Technology. It has the power to distribute byte-hungry photos and smooth, long-range MP3 and digital movie streams at superior range. Super Secure! The WGT624 protects your network with over 10 security and privacy features including a double firewall (NAT + SPI), Multi-VPN** (pass-through) support, and next generation wireless encryption WPA (pre-shared key). Super Easy! Netgear's Smart Wizard gets you connected in 5 clicks or less! **Requires firmware upgrade from the NETGEAR Support web site. Use the easy "Assisted Upgrade" feature. Super Fast The WGT624 uses Super G technology to deliver up to 108 Mbps when used with the WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card. It’s the next generation of home networking with the power that finally allows you to stream MP3s and videos seamlessly, share printers, chat and distribute large photo files. Your whole family can surf the net, e-mail and even voice chat at the same time -- the WGT624 and WGT511T can handle the traffic! Super Range The performance of the WGT624 is so powerful that you can enjoy high speed applications at greater range. Don’t be constrained by low wireless bandwidth anymore. With the WGT624, you don’t need to sit in your office to enjoy your MP3s and video streams. Super Easy Smart Wizard gets you up and running in five clicks or less by automatically detecting the ISP connection type and reducing setup errors. The Smart Wizard Install Assistant is an interactive on-line tutorial that walks you through the entire set up for easy installation. Use the Smart Wizard assisted firmware upgrade feature to automatically check for new features and upgrade your network in just 1 click! The WGT624 is 802.11g standard compliant which ensures it is interoperable with existing 802.11b and 802.11g devices, and since it works with your existing 802.11b devices it protects your investment. And it is wireless so it allows you to connect network devices anywhere in your home without additional wiring. The WGT624 supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP technology for smooth interoperability among your PCs and Macintosh computers, gaming consoles, and other Ethernet-enabled devices. Super Secure The WGT624 protects your network with over 10 security and privacy features including a double firewall (NAT + SPI), multi-VPN (pass-through) support, MAC Address Control, and, it’s upgradable to the next generation of wireless encryption, WPA (pre-shared key). "Trusted User" controls, allow you to manage access to the Internet by web address, PC name or by the time of day. You can also control access to any PC on your network. Event logs and e-mail alerts will help you maintain control of your network and notify you of hack attempts, attacks and unauthorized access to your network or Internet sites.

Most helpful customer reviews 63 of 65 people found the following review helpful. Easy setup, poor quality By KS A month ago I bought the Netgear WGT624 Version 2 wireless "Super G" router, on the basis that it was affordable and that Netgear had always given me good service. Having professionally installed networks in the past, I have always been happy with Netgear's commercial products and was expecting this one to be the same quality. The router was super easy to install and set up, their setup wizard was great, and when it worked, the router was blazing fast. I only got to use the cable connections, never got time to setup a wireless connection. As other reviewers have said, it was setup and running within five minutes of plugging it in. ***CAVEAT*** - It worked GREAT for two days, then began to randomly drop the LAN connections, resulting in the dreaded "Network Cable Unplugged" message (search for "netgear wgt624 network cable unplugged" or search Netgear's forums for pages of similar complaints with no resolutions). This got worse, beginning at a few times per day, finally getting down to every few minutes - it now only worked a few times per day! After a week of swapping NIC's, cables, and confirming settings, I finally broke down and e-mailed Netgear tech support - who was kind enough to reply after two days with the same things I had already tried (confirm settings, hardware reset, update firmware, etc.), and a request for more detailed system info if the problem persisted. Even with the most current firmware release, it would not work reliably - so I sent them back every detail they had requested but got no response after a week. When I finally called them, I got their tech support department in India who confirmed that I was eligible for free tech support (they only offer it for 90 days from purchase, then you have to pay) and then began to go over the e-mails we'd swapped. After 10 minutes with no luck, he suggested that I try the Beta version of the firmware release, AND that this beta version would void my Netgear warranty. After making this suggestion, he said goodbye and hung up in the middle of the conversation. When I immediately called back to India, I got a different tech and was told that I was already out of the 90 day free tech support period (I bought the router a month ago mind you) and that I would have to pay for any support or to get the router replaced under the warranty. After some argument, he finally agreed to help me, but found that the router was indeed defective - and pointed out that there is a known problem with these particular models and he could not guarantee that a replacement would work any better. In order to get the router replaced under the warranty, I would have had to fax or mail my receipt to India (not a toll free #), and wait a week for them to confirm that my Router was within the warranty. After this was done, I would have to call them back and PAY for the "Extended Tech Support," since their computer showed that my router was out of the 90 day free support period (again, it was only a month old). If this return call to tech support proved that my router was defective, I would then get an RMA and have to either ship the defective router to India at my expense and wait three weeks for them to ship a refurbished replacement unit back, or pay them $30 to have a replacement shipped to me first, then ship the defective unit back to them at my expense. ***SOLUTION*** - I returned the router and bought another brand. In searching the Internet, I found that the equivalent D-Link model (the DI-624) has strikingly similar problems so I bought a Linksys and have been happy thus far. I agree with the reviews that the Linksys is not quite as foolproof to set up, but it's worked great for two days now. We'll see. 31 of 31 people found the following review helpful. Performance problems with SPI? By jeeames That's my observation. Ever since I installed this as a replacement for my D-Link

Netgear Wireless N Access Point

Color: Black Brand: Netgear Model: WNHDEB111 Original language: English Dimensions: 11.61" h x 6.18" w x 9.84" l, 1.23 pounds For high-performance network gaming and simultaneously streaming multiple HD videos More wireless channels, less interference and better connections using 5 GHz Wireless-N band Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures lag-free gaming and jitter-free HD streaming Works with Xbox¿, PlayStation, Wii, TiVo HD, Slingbox¿, digital set-top boxes, NETGEAR's Digital Entertainer HD, Apple TV and more Each unit measures 8.9 x 1.5 x 6.8 inches (WxHxD)

Amazon.com Product Description .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } The NETGEAR HD/Gaming 5 GHz Wireless-N Networking Kit WNHDEB111 offers: Use of the 5 GHz frequency for less interference. Works with: XBox, Playstation, Wii, TiVo HD, Slingbox, digital set-top boxes, NETGEAR's Digital Entertainer HD, Apple TV, network attached storage, and more! Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) that prioritizes voice, video, and gaming traffic. The NETGEAR HD/Gaming 5 GHz Wireless-N Networking Kit WNHDEB111 enables super-fast file transfers at the highest possible Wireless-N speeds, making it an ideal solution for network gaming and streaming HD videos. By utilizing patented metamaterial antenna technology, the WNHDEB111 offers a speed and range far surpassing the old Wireless-G standard. By operating on the less crowded 5 GHz frequency, wireless connections are stronger and faster. View larger. Easy Setup The WNHDEB111 kit includes two access point/bridges, preconfigured to securely connect to each other. Setting it up is as easy as connecting one access point to your router/gateway, and connecting the other to your networkable device, such as your XBox, Playstation, Wii, TiVo HD, Slingbox, digital set-top boxes, NETGEAR's Digital Entertainer HD, Apple TV, network attached storage, and more. Setup is easily and securely done with a simple "Push 'N Connect" feature using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), which eliminates the need to remember or input security password keys. It automatically configures to access point or bridge mode depending on the type of Ethernet enabled device it connects to. To add another HD Bridge to your HD network, the NETGEAR 5 GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge is available. Minimal Interference = Outstanding Performance Most wireless devices today, such as Wi-Fi devices, cordless phones, Bluetooth devices, microwaves, and baby monitors, operate on the 2.4 GHz frequency, thus creating a lot of traffic and interference. The WNHDEB111, however, operates on the 5 GHz band which has up to 23 free channels and avoids the interference that most other devices must contend with. The WNHDEB111 complies with the latest Wireless-N draft specification for the fastest possible Wireless-N speeds. Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures lag-free gaming and jitter-free HD streaming. It supports wireless "ad-hoc" mode for wireless LAN peer-to-peer gaming and supports multicast point-to-multi-point HD video streaming. The WNHDEB111 supports WiFi Protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), and 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption and is backed by a 1-year warranty. What's in the Box Two 5 GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridges, two stands, two Ethernet cables, setup CD, two power adapters, and warranty/support information card. The WNHDEB111 avoids interference from 2.4 GHz wireless devices. Adding Wireless-N to your existing home network is simple. View larger.

Most helpful customer reviews 41 of 41 people found the following review helpful. Does not penetrate walls well. Updated By James L. Davis I bought this kit to send HD video from my computer to my TV media device. It has adequate bandwidth and worked out of the box, but I do not get a strong signal from the main floor to the basement of my house, a distance of about 25 feet. There are a couple of walls as well as the floor, and the basement ceiling has metal duct work and pipes above the plasterboard, so I am probably lucky to penetrate all that. I used a laptop to indicate wireless signal strength, and spent a couple of hours orienting each device for the best signal. Now I get a level that varies from 50% to 70%, and that works reliably for HD at 720p. I have not been able to send 1080i over the link without momentary stops and starts in the audio and video; however the link never breaks connection and never needs resetting. It seems to just limit the bandwidth as the signal strength goes lower. I bought a third WNHDE 111 to connect to another computer, and than link has never been interrupted since I installed it over a month ago. It has always worked well. I had previously used a Linksys G router that was interrupted once or twice a day, and it had to be reinstated manually using the "repair" function in the Windows wireless software. It was my wife's computer in the kitchen, so I had to fix it! I still have the wireless G system up, and it works well around the house with a third computer, a laptop, but it never gave a reliable signal for my wife's computer in the kitchen; and it would not carry the HD video for the TV. I also use that old G router to connect the ethernet from my main computer to the WNHDE 111. I recommend this device if you don't have too many walls and floors to penetrate. I am a retired electronics engineer, and I assure everyone that the higher the frequency, the poorer the penetration, but the more bandwidth and the more freedom from interference. Update: After 7 months, I have better results. With some tweaking of the settings (set the Channel Width to 20 MHz, turn off the "Broadcast SSID", and lower Beacon Period to 50 msec) I can now stream 25 Mbps HD video through all the walls. I think the main problem was that the auto 20/40 Channel Width was trying to run at 40 and was not successful, sometimes switching between 20 and 40. When I reduced the channel width, I got an increase in signal strength. I can now stream 1080i HD for hours without any problem. Jim 22 of 22 people found the following review helpful. FAST... but know what you're buying By David Whittle Although this is marketed as an "HD/Gaming" wireless kit, it's important to know what this really is and how to use it. MOST IMPORTANT: This kit isn't a router -- you cannot create a Wireless N network with it alone. It is designed to add to your existing network... often a wireless 2.4 GHz network (commonly 802.11 b/g). This will provide high-speed "802.11n" at 5 GHz so it doesn't interfere with a current b/g network. Any wireless b/g devices (Xbox wireless adapter, PS3 internal wireless, b/g laptops, b/g network cards, etc.) currently used on the network will be unaffected by this addition. HOW THIS WORKS: The kit features two identical units -- one unit will plug into your existing network's router via Ethernet as an "access point", and the other unit will plug into the Ethernet device(s) (Xbox, PS3, computer, etc.) as a "bridge". Once the two units sync, it will behave as if the device(s) plugged into the bridge is hardwired to the network router. Each unit has two Ethernet ports... if you want to plug a 3rd (or more) devices in to the "bridge", you will need to add a switch like NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch. TECH NOTE: The Ethernet ports on these devices are NOT Gigabit ports, so even though the wireless N signal can achieve 300 Mbit/s, the fastest speed you will achieve on these devices is 100 Mbit/s. However,

Creates a network in home or office without cables offers backward-compatibility with all 802.11b devices automatically detects internet settings & self-adjusts router to get user online in under 3 min 54 mbps wireless 64- & 128-bit wep encryption ensures data & network security nat & spi firewall protects network from outside intrusions by hackers works with mac & pc computers includes wireless g router power supply user manual quick installation guide rj45 networking cable & software cd lifetime warranty.

Amazon Sales Rank: #23569 in Consumer Electronics Brand: Belkin Model: F5D7230-4 Platforms: Mac, Windows Format: CD Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.25" h x 8.25" w x 11.50" l, 1.20 pounds CPU: PowerPC G4 2.1 GHz Memory: 2000MB SDRAM Hard Disk: 1GB Processors: 1 Creates a network in your home or office without cables Ensures data and network security with wireless 64- and 128-bit WEP encryption Offers backward-compatibility with all 802.11b devices Sets up easily with Belkin Easy Install Wizard-automatically detects Internet settings and self-adjusts Router to get you online in under 3 minutes

The Belkin Wireless G Router lets users share files and a broadband Internet connection among their computers-without using networking cables. It features 802.11g technology that makes accessing files and networked peripherals-such as hard drives, printers, CD-ROMs, and DVDs-easier than ever. 802.11g technology provides you with networking speeds nearly five times faster than the current Wi-Fi (802.11b) standard. An integrated, 4-port 10/100Base-T Ethernet switch also allows you to connect wired computers to the network. 802.11g technology is the easiest wireless network to implement. The Router uses the wireless 802.11g 2.4GHz standard to offer you 400 feet of wireless coverage. 802.11g technology is backward compatible with the 802.11b Wi-Fi networking standard, so it allows you to implement faster wireless technologies in combination with existing 802.11b Wi-Fi networks. Advantages Creates a network in your home or office without cables Offers backward-compatibility with all 802.11b devices Sets up easily with Belkin Easy Install Wizard-automatically detects Internet settings and self-adjusts Router to get you online in under 3 minutes Ensures data and network security with wireless 64- and 128-bit WEP encryption Works with Macintosh. and PC computers Package Contents Wireless-G router, power supply, user manual, quick installation guide, RJ-45 networking cable, software CD

Most helpful customer reviews 173 of 182 people found the following review helpful. Having wireless problems with this router? Try this. By ChurchOfJesusChrist.Net I think this router might be getting a bad rep on the wireless end, because it comes with a proprietary setting enabled by default that I think does more harm than good. If you have this router and are getting intermittent or no wireless connectivity, and you've verified all your settings are right, try this. This router (Belkin model F5D7230-4, and other models) has a (proprietary?) feature called "Protected Mode". The default setting on this model (at least the one I got), unlike other models, has that mode set to "Auto" under the Wireless settings, which I take to mean "on". So turn it off. It's wonky, because even tho it's a proprietary feature, there is NO documentation in the router's online "Help" section. However, it IS described in the user's manual: "As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected mode ensures proper operation of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. When protected mode is ON, 802.11g scans for other wireless network traffic before it transmits data. Therefore, using this mode in environments with HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference achieves best performance results. If you are in an environment with very little--or no--other wireless network traffic, your best performance will be achieved with Protected mode OFF." Okay, so if it works best off, why does it ship in "Auto" mode? Turn it off. On other models, by default it does ships with the feature "off". Basically, I recommend setting this router up as simply as possible, but still having wireless encryption, of course.. So here are my further recommendations for setting this up. There's another (proprietary?) feature called "Turbo" mode. Again, no description of this on the interface itself, but it is described in the manual: "Turbo mode is enabled by default. It allows the Router or Access Point to use frame bursting to deliver the maximum throughput, 2 times faster than any standard 802.11g equipment, to 802.11g clients. This measurement is based on aggregate throughput in a mixed 802.11b and 802.11g environment. Belkin 802.11g clients with the latest driver will support Turbo mode. Clients that do not support Turbo mode will operate normally with it enabled." Again, I recommend turning it off. I also recommend deleting "Belkin Router" from the "domain" section under (I think) LAN settings, just keeping that field blank, and leaving wireless Channel as Auto (default choice, which normally goes to Channel 11 in the USA). And, as with any wireless rouer, you DEFINITELY want to put in a new wi-fi network name (SSID). Change the default SSID to something impersonal, but still unique. Further recommendations are keeping the thing well-ventilated, such as propping it up (securely) at an angle so air flows below it, above, and around the sides, and adjust the antenna of course then so it is vertical. Another thing I did was to turn Range Extension on, but I'm not sure that's necessary or if it just creates unnecessary heat, but since my friend was across the country, I was trying to pull out all the stops. I chose this router for a friend (who purchased it on their own, and then I set it up). I chose it because it was the cheapest one in the store, and Belkin is a generally respected name when it comes to all their equipment (if often having the reputation of being a little expensive), and my past knowledge of their reputation with routers was good. Even though they don't make them themselves, but farm them out to others, their choices in the past have been good. I initially set the router up at my home. I noticed that I had trouble connecting using Vista's wireless connection wizard, and I hate wizards and Vista's "wow" crap in general, so I got frustrated and found a "connect manually" choice, which was a whole lot easier for

This easy-to-install Mini-GBIC (or SFP) module provides a simple way to add Gigabit functionality to your Linksys switch. Gigabit fiber is often used to connect two switches together. The technology used depends on the distance between the two switches.

Brand: Cisco Model: MGBSX1 Format: CD Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 20.47" h x 41.73" w x 49.61" l, .4 pounds Former Linksys Business Series Supports 1,000 Mbps connectivity Warranty - 3 years The SX module uses 850 nanometer wavelength light in multimode fiber optic cables, and can achieve distances up to 220 or 550 meters

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. WARNING! This is a rebranded Linksys GBIC! By David E. Be careful with this GBIC, it is actually a re-branded Linksys MGBSX1, it will not work in Cisco brand switches. See all 1 customer reviews...

The Belkin 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Adapter provides your Ethernet-equipped computer or network device such as a printer or gaming console with instant wireless networking capabilities. The Ethernet Adapter gives your Ethernet-supported network device wireless freedom to be placed practically anywhere in your home or small office. It features breakthrough 802.11g technology that makes sharing a broadband Internet connection faster than ever. The Wireless Ethernet Adapter uses the wireless 802.11g 2.4GHz standard to offer you the widest working range. 802.11g provides you with networking speeds nearly five times faster than 802.11b and is backward-compatible with the 802.11b networking standard, allowing you to implement faster wireless technologies in combination with existing 802.11b Wi-Fi networks.The Wireless Ethernet Adapter sets up on any Ethernet-equipped computer or Ethernet-equipped network device with the simplicity of Plug-and-Play technology. Simply plug one end of an Ethernet Cable into the Ethernet Adapter and connect the other end to any available Ethernet port and your PC or network device will have wireless capabilities.Now you can transfer files around the home or office-enjoying freedom from cables along with all the advantages of a wired network.

Amazon Sales Rank: #37016 in Consumer Electronics Brand: Belkin Model: F5D7330 Platform: Windows Format: CD Dimensions: 10.00" h x 14.00" w x 12.00" l, 1.80 pounds Product Type - Adapter Warranty - Lifetime Works with all Ethernet-equipped computers or network devices Offers backward-compatibility with all 802.11b 2.4GHz wireless devices

The Belkin 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Adapter provides your Ethernet-equipped computer or network device such as a printer or gaming console with instant wireless networking capabilities. The Ethernet Adapter gives your Ethernet-supported network device wireless freedom to be placed practically anywhere in your home or small office. It features breakthrough 802.11g technology that makes sharing a broadband Internet connection faster than ever. The Wireless Ethernet Adapter uses the wireless 802.11g 2.4GHz standard to offer you the widest working range. 802.11g provides you with networking speeds nearly five times faster than 802.11b and is backward-compatible with the 802.11b networking standard, allowing you to implement faster wireless technologies in combination with existing 802.11b Wi-Fi networks. The Wireless Ethernet Adapter sets up on any Ethernet-equipped computer or Ethernet-equipped network device with the simplicity of Plug-and-Play technology. Simply plug one end of an Ethernet Cable into the Ethernet Adapter and connect the other end to any available Ethernet port and your PC or network device will have wireless capabilities. Now you can transfer files around the home or office-enjoying freedom from cables along with all the advantages of a wired network. Features: Adds 802.11g networking capability to your computer or network device Uses 802.11g technology, virtually 5x faster than 802.11b Works with gaming consoles such as Xbox, PlayStation 2 (requires the PS2 Network Adapter), or GameCube (requires the GameCube Broadband Adapter) Works with all Ethernet-equipped computers or network devices Offers backward-compatibility with all 802.11b 2.4GHz wireless devices Features wireless 64- and 128-bit WEP encryption Requires no drivers, setup, or configuration Comes with a Belkin Lifetime Warranty and free, 24-hour technical support What's in the Box 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Adapter, power supply, user manual, QuickStart Guide, CD-ROM with additional software.

Most helpful customer reviews 28 of 28 people found the following review helpful. It works... but there are better options By M. Raffa I bought this product looking to get either my TV (Panasonic TH-50PZ850U, which has IPTV) or my Direct TV HD DVR connected back to my wireless network. While my original idea was to connect this device to an Ethernet switch unit and connect both units through the F5D7330. That didn't pan out as expected and isn't the reason why I rated this product with 2 stars, it didn't work as planned because an Ethernet switch box is NOT a managed switch or hub, that was just a moronic misstep by me, not the F5D7330. So let's get back to the F5D7330, shall we? The Good: - The device is small, lightweight and its swivel antenna in the back of the unit makes it a nice addition for the space channagled media centers. If you have an unsecured network, with limited interference from other unsecured networks, this device will work right out of the box. Just connect it to the device with the provided Ethernet cable, press the autoconnect button and your wired Ethernet device should be up and running on your network. - However, when you need to set the device up on a secure network (which you really should) or you have multiple networks available and need to select your and not your neighbors, then this is where the device really falls apart and earns its two stars. The Bad: - The setup for secure networks or selecting the correct network, to say the least is very frustrating. The manual is sparse and not well written, the "wizard tool" that Belkin provides is spotty, sometimes it works, sometimes it didn't. On most occasions, the wizard could never find the device, even after restoring the factory defaults and setting up the laptop correctly. - Then there's the manual setup, which you really need to use in most cases. Unfortunately is one of the most vexing processes I've come across. You have to connect the device to a machine which isn't on the wireless network and you have to modify your TCIP/IP settings to get to setup page (which true of nearly any AP/Bridge device). Once at the setup page, you can select your network, enter an encryption key and make modifications, i.e., passwords, IP address, etc... The problem is that device setup page wouldn't load on several occasions and accessing the setup page after it's on your secure network was a chore too. The Ugly: - The biggest issue I had with this device was that the device would wander off my network from time to time. This wasn't due to a power cycle or a system reboot. I would setup the unit on my secure network (select my network, provide the access key, etc...), identify it on the DHCP server. After a while, I would remote back into the device setup page using the IP address I assigned or the DHCP server assigned (trust me I tried it both ways) and I couldn't get the setup page to open. I had to manually remote back into the unit and found the device on an unsecured nearby network. - I spent so many hours just trying to keep this device stable and on my network. In summary, if you have an unsecured network with limited interference from other unsecured networks and you need "plug and play", then this device should work okay. If you need something more, pass this unit up. During my search for a better device, I came across the newly introduced D-Link DAP-1522 Ap/Bridge Wireless N device (this replaced last year's DAP-1555). It was hard to find, most retailers we're out of stock, but found one with Beach Audio (through Amazon). It cost ~ $100 and was the right device to purchase. Out of the box, setup and connected to my secure network all under 20 minutes. Even if you only need one Ethernet port, the DAP-1522 will future proof your setup for a while if you need to add additional wired Ethernet devices. Which we all want to anyway, right? http://www.dlink.com/products/?sec=1&pid=663 - Supports 4 wired Ethernet devices - 4 port gigabit switch w/ jumbo frame

The DWL-G700AP is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11g compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11g compatible wireless devices. With the ability to transfer files at up to 54Mbps, the DWL-G700AP gives you high-speed wireless access. The DWL-G700AP is also backwards compatible with 802.11b networks and devices. With its Web-based setup wizard, the DWL?G700AP ensures that you will be up and running in just a matter of minutes. The DWL-G700AP also includes an embedded DHCP server that can automatically assign IP addresses to wireless clients. The DWL-G700AP features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) to provide an enhanced level of security.

Color: Silver Brand: D-Link Model: DWL-G700AP Platform: Windows Format: CD Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 2.70" h x 8.30" w x 10.90" l, 1.30 pounds Transfer rates up to 54Mbps WPA for Enhanced Wireless Security Easy Web-Based Configuration and Management Quickly Add Wireless Access to Your Network

D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the new D-Link AirPlus G Access Point. With the ability to transfer files with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps, the AirPlus G gives you high-speed wireless network access for your home or office. It is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11g compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11g compatible wireless client devices and backwards compatible to 802.11b. The D-Link Access Point has been verified and successfully passed through the Intel Wireless Verification Program, which tests the compatibility of various access point devices and wireless service providers with common configuration of notebooks built on Intel Centrino mobile technology. With its web-based setup wizard, the Access Point ensures that you will be up and running on a wireless network in just a matter of minutes. It also includes an embedded DHCP server that can automatically assign IP addresses to wireless network clients. The AirPlus Access Point features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and 64/128-bit WEP Encryption to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications. And includes additional security features to keep your wireless connection safe from unauthorized access. With easy-to-use Web-based management, the D-Link Wireless Access Point is the right choice for setting up your first wireless network or extending the range of an existing wireless network. Features and Benefits Up to 54Mbps transfer speed for fast file transfers and better support of Streaming Video & other multimedia applications Indoor Range - up to 328ft. (100 meters) Outdoor Range - up to 1,312ft. (400 meters) Detachable dual antennas with 2dB gain Wirelessly access both the Internet and other computers wherever you choose Older 802.11b equipment is also supported for increased compatibility

Most helpful customer reviews 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Steady Connection By Margaret M. Hepworth I use this AP as a second broadcast point at the other side of the house because me router can't reach that far. The connection strength, even when going upa floor and over about 50 feet is "Very Good". The configuration, if you even want to do any, is very simple to acomplish. The speed is fine throughout the house. 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Woked very well for me.. By Lahaina Joe As an old D-Link user I found no surprises, or problems with this unit. I did not use it as a repeater, only an access point. All worked very well and the installation was straight forward. I like the new (to me) feature of being able to control the transmission strength. If you are using XP be aware that when you set up a new wireless router you must be aware that the "Authentication" tab in the properties is usually on by default and can bite you (be looking for a EAP smart card) with this, or any, access point if you are not expecting it. I have used D-Link units for many, many years now and found them to be very stable, and upgradeable. This B/G unit is replacing my very old D-Link A/B access point and that unit is still working well and will next be in service at a friend house as a free-bee. 18 of 23 people found the following review helpful. Didn't work with dlink di-524 By W. Rehrig Did a little bit of research before I bought this product, but obviously should have done more. After trying to learn how to set this up in repeater mode with the documentation supplied I went to the web. Surprise, surprise, dlink's site had different documentation. Bottom line is that the dwl-g700ap does not work in repeater mode with di-524 despite being advertised as working with the di-524 on dlink's website. This info is only available from tech support and even then it's like pulling teeth. Since they could tell me which wap's would work with the di-524, but not which routers would work with the dwl-g700ap, I'm guessing that this product may not work as a repeater at all. See all 30 customer reviews...

The advanced wireless technology built into the DI-524 now offers up to 54Mbps through its wireless channels, allowing streaming videos and other high bandwidth applications, such as online gaming events to operate without the hassle of Ethernet cables. The ability to transfer high bandwidth also makes streaming real time programs more enjoyable and more efficient. Network Security is a precautionary threat and with the built-in advanced firewall, these threats are minimized, making it more difficult for hackers to penetrate through the DI-524. Features like content filtering, MAC filtering, URL blocking, and Domain blocking are useful tools to prevent other unwanted intruders to connect to your network.

Amazon Sales Rank: #32001 in Consumer Electronics Color: Silver Brand: D-Link Model: DI-524 Original language: English Dimensions: 1.00" h x 4.00" w x 6.00" l, 1.60 pounds Share your Internet connection with built-in 4-Port switch Compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b networks Advanced Firewall and Security Controls Built-in 4-Port SwitchOperating range of up to 328 feet indoors, up to 1,312 feet outdoors Quick and easy set-up

D-Link, the industry leader in wireless networking, introduces another breakthrough in wireless connectivity. The D-Link AirPlus G DI-524 Wireless Router which is capable of transferring data at rates of up to 54 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz frequency -- the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The D-Link DI-524 Wireless Router also offers four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers. The advanced wireless technology built into the DI-524 Wireless Router offers data transfer speeds up to 54 Mbps through its wireless channels allowing streaming videos and other high bandwidth applications, such as online gaming events, to operate without the hassle of Ethernet cables. The ability to use high bandwidth applications also makes streaming real-time programs more enjoyable and more efficient. With the DI-524 Wireless Router's built-in advanced firewall, threats of hackers penetrating your network are minimized. Some firewall features include functions that allow or disallow certain ports to be open for certain applications. Time scheduling can be established as a firewall rule so that specific ports will be open at certain times and be closed at other times. Features like content filtering, MAC filtering, URL blocking, and domain blocking are useful tools to prevent other unwanted intruders from connecting to your network or browsing restricted sites. The easy-to-use configuration wizard takes only minutes to setup and guides users step-by-step through configuring the DI-524. With all the versatile features and an user-friendly utility, the DI-524 Wireless Router provides an enhanced networking experience.

Most helpful customer reviews 68 of 72 people found the following review helpful. Nice little wireless router By Eugene Mah I'm not sure if the other reviewers have problems reading instructions or if they just skipped steps. Had no problems at all getting this unit set up and establishing connections between my desktop and Inspiron 5150. Take it out of the box, connect an ethernet cable between the desktop and router and plug it in. Use your favourite browser to connect to 198.168.1.1 and run through the setup wizard. Then once you've got everything set up, read through the manual, go through the various setup options and tweak as desired. I opted to go with the WPA-PSK authentication protocol because its supposed to be more secure, but if you have other devices that don't support it, you'll probably have to stick with WEP.It can be laid flat on the desk, or propped up on end vertically using the little rubber feet that are supplied. There are 4 ethernet ports that allow you to connect via 10/100 Ethernet and the WAN port to connect to cable, DSL or LAN. The antenna is on a swivel and can be rotated to just about any convenient orientation.The only thing I don't like about the router is that it doesn't have an internal clock, so every time it is powered off the router's system time goes back to it's default start value. It can be configured to set the time from an NTP server, but only if it's connected to a WAN network (via DSL, cable or LAN). It's only a minor inconvenience though. The other thing is that the router's web interface only seems to work properly if you use IE. Using Netscape/Mozilla/Firefox sort of works for most things, but not everything. 40 of 44 people found the following review helpful. Does the job By N. Caine I've recently had the opportunity to set up two wireless networks for my friend's and now my home, all on WinXP systems. For my friend, I picked up a Buffalo Airstation on advice of the head of the tech department (not the floor salesguy) at a computer retailer, and it installed flawlessly in minutes, including a firewall, valuable 128-bit WEP security, plus --what is even more important to me to prevent hacking-- MAC filtering. For my own home, I went with a sale and got the Hawking 54M wireless G, and I couldn't get it to work. Even with tweaking (I've been doing non-networking IT for fifteen years), I couldn't get the router to connect with my ISP through my DSL connection. I went out and bought a D-Link (also 54M wireless G) on heavy discount at a different retailer, and like the Buffalo, it went up and running right away, and I easily set up the firewall, 128 bit WEP, and MAC filtering. [MAC filtering, for those of you who don't know, allows you to specify exactly which machines are allowed to connect to the router, and all other ones are shut out. This keeps the neighbors and others from hacking into your network, since WEP passwords aren't foolproof.] I like the D-Link. 36 of 40 people found the following review helpful. Unreliable, problematic, poor support, buggy firmware By booshleeg I bought the DI-524 (Rev A2) after my trusty Linksys WRT54G v1.0 croaked. At first, everything appeared to work well with DI-524. Web browsing and small file transfers on the wireless intranet seemed to go without a hitch. But once I started doing some heavy file transfers and run some bandwidth intensive applications, the problems arose. I noticed repeated DHCP Requests in the log (approximately every 2-5 minutes), dropped packets, DNS resolution failures, slow transfer speeds, and consistent problems with wireless connections. According to the log, the router would also reboot itself almost every day (the log would automatically clear itself whenever the router reboots). I would consider myself much more tech-savvy than the average person, and I tried all kinds of settings with this router to make it perform better. To no avail, it simply did not work as well as my now dead 3 year old WRT54G. Based on my

D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N Duo Dual Band Draft 802.11n Media Router

Color: white Brand: D-Link Model: DIR-855 Platform: Windows Vista Format: CD-ROM Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 1.25" h x 4.75" w x 7.88" l, .70 pounds With some routers, all wired and wireless traffic, including Voice over IP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing The DIR-855 utilizes MediaBand (5GHz), which is the best technology available for wirelessly streaming multiple HD videos across your network Delivering best-in-class performance, network security, and coverage Create a dualband wireless network to share high-speed Internet access with computers, game consoles, or media players from greater distances Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes Internet traffic as well as wired and wireless network traffic

The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router (DIR-855) is the latest addition to the Award-winning Xtreme N product family. The Duo technology in the DIR-855 supports dualband (2.4 and 5 GHz) wireless signals at the same time. This allows you to check e-mail and browse the Internet using the 2.4 GHz band while simultaneously streaming High-Definition (HD) movies and other media on the 5 GHz band. The DIR-855 is designed for users looking to get a true HD wireless connection that can handle multiple HD video streams throughout the house, while being backward compatible with your existing 802.11g and 802.11a products. The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router (see larger image).   4 Gigabit Ethernet ports in the rear (see larger image). Key Features Wireless N connectivity for superior wireless performance, clarity, and coverage Dual-band Wireless N connectivity for enhanced throughput (2.4 and 5 GHz simultaneously) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for secure, simple 1-button setup Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes both wired and wireless Internet traffic to enable enhanced gaming and phone calling (VoIP) experience Capable of streaming audio and video to compatible UPnP-enabled devices Active Firewall protection 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for ultra-fast wired connectivity Secure your wireless network using advanced WPA or WPA2 encryption Backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11a devices including game consoles and digital media players Supports Good Neighbor Policy--will not interfere with other wireless networks 5 GHz Technology The DIR-855 utilizes the 5 GHz band, which is the best technology available for wirelessly streaming multiple HD videos across your network. It achieves this by operating in a clear wireless band to avoid interference that may slow down and limit the range of current wireless technologies like 802.11g**. Shareport With SharePort technology you can connect a USB printer or storage device to your router and allow users to access them from anywhere on the network. Conveniently turn your existing USB printers and storage devices into network devices for everyone to share. Why Intelligent QoS Is Better With some routers, all wired and wireless traffic, including Voice over IP (VoIP), Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like Streaming Video could pause or delay. With the D-Link Intelligent QoS Prioritization Technology, wired and wireless traffic are analyzed and separated into multiple data streams. These streams are then categorized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP, Video Streaming, and Online Gaming are given priority over Web browsing. This enables multiple applications like Streaming Video and Gaming to stream smoothly to your TV or PC. Delivering best-in-class performance, network security, and coverage, the Xtreme N Duo Media Router (DIR-855) is the ideal centerpiece for your wireless network in the home or office. Get Ready for the Future: IPV6 Equipped With the growing number of Internet-enabled applications requiring IP addresses, the supply of IP addresses under the current Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) system has already been exhausted. The IPv6 protocol solves this network addressing exhaustion by creating more IP addresses, but migration from IPv4 to IPv6 is not necessarily automatic. No worries--this D-Link product is IPv6 Certified and ready for the future. What's in the Box Xtreme N Duo Media Router, 3 detachable antennas, CAT5 Ethernet cable, power adapter, CD-ROM with installation wizard and product documentation * Requires SharePort Client Utility installation on the PC. SharePort upgrade is available for the hardware versions A1, A2. ** Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. Wireless range and speed rates are D-Link relative performance measurements based on the wireless range and speed rates of a standard Wireless G product from D-Link. Maximum throughput based on D-Link's 802.11n devices.

Most helpful customer reviews 290 of 304 people found the following review helpful. Waiting for This One... By The Thompsons D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N Duo Dualband Draft 802.11n Media Router Per another customer, here's the differences in the Extremes: The following will likely save you a couple of hours of research... The DIR-655 is single-band (2.4GHz). The DGL-4500 is dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz), however it only uses one band at a time. You choose which band, manually, in the configuration. It doesn't choose the best band in real-time, or anything like that. The DIR-855 is dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) and uses both bands at the same time. 33 of 34 people found the following review helpful. Great Router By J. Young The DLINK DIR-855 router is the best router I have purchased to date. I originally thought I was going to have problems with weak signals and the like, but I found that it was the older hardware that I had trying to connect to it that was the problem. Some of the older technology was having a hard time staying connected if it even saw the router at all. The router is somewhat easy to configure with the included configuration wizard on the CD. I did this using a Vista PC and did not have any problems. For the more advanced configurations, DLink provides the standard and easy to configure web-based browser access configuration screen. What is odd is that everything I read touts using the 5Ghz range if you can, but that signal is weaker overall even with newer hardware connecting to it. It is a good 10% less. Regardless, my laptop connected easily enough and reports a full 300MB of throughput. Like I said, I did have some older DLink bridges that I was using to connect to my DGL-4300. At the exact same distance with the DIR-855, one bridge could see the router with a 15% signal and the other couldn't see it at all. I replaced those with the DAP-1522's and all is well now. For those who want to know, this router does not support WDS which is a dissapointment if you want to use older DLink routers to bridge to this. They state in their forumns that they do not intend to add WDS later. I work at home and need the bandwidth, so if you do as well, this is a great product and very much recommended. 35 of 40 people found the following review helpful. Great, except for one major flaw.. By Nate Carlson If you don't have advanced routing requirements, this will work great for you. The range and speed have been great; no stability issues, etc. In my case, I needed to add a route to allow local machines to reach another subnet on the internal network. On the router this replaced, it was trivial to create a route on the LAN interface. This router only supports adding static routes on the WAN interface. This is just silly -- this is one of the most trivial functions a router should be able to do. I contacted D-Link support, and apparently the feature has been removed, and they are trying to find out why. See all 40 customer reviews...

Wirelessly stream HD movies, TV shows, music and more right to your Internet HDTV with the VIZIO XWR100 Dual-Band HD Wireless Internet Router. Optimized for VIZIO Internet Apps and ideal for online HD video and audio, the XWR100 features simultaneous dual-band 802.11n wireless for the best performance and compatibility.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1402 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Vizio Model: XWR100 Dimensions: 5.86" h x 7.98" w x 1.29" l, .66 pounds 802.11n simultaneous dual-band wireless networking operates at both 2.4GHz and 5 GHz Optimized for VIA HDTVs and Blu-ray Players Ideal for streaming HD video and audio with maximum range and speed. Integrated 4 port 10/100 switch connects up to 4 wired Internet devices, like DVRs and computers USB 2.0 port lets you connect a USB hard drive for shared access to photos, videos and more

Most helpful customer reviews 74 of 76 people found the following review helpful. I was skeptical - now I am a believer By Marianne Fletcher As Vizio products had the reputation for being the 'WalMart' of electronics, I was skeptical to try this router. I did some homework and found that others who had tried it were Very satisfied with it's performance. What better endorsement than that of a fellow user? So, since the price was Half that of the Cisco comparable - why not give it a shot. I had been using a Netgear wireless G and was having no problems. When I added a Sony HD TV and BluRay player, set up for wireless -- I began to have some stalls and 'waiting to catch up' times - especially on Netflix HD feeds. This Vizio dedicated the to 5.4 band Just for the HD video feed and has performed better than I Ever hoped. Set-up was Out of the Box to Working in less than 10 mins. The interface is Easy to use. All my devices (3 PCs - 2 iTouch - and a Sony Dock - in addition to the TV) recognized and accepted the device immediately. I would buy one again, and definitly recommend this to anyone wanting to watch HD streaming TV. 20 of 21 people found the following review helpful. Very good router ! By Val This router replaced D-Link DIR-655 and right away I stopped loosing connection once every 20 min or so. Set up was a breeze. Also coverage is greater since my Samsung led tv has no problem connect to it and stay connected . 24 of 26 people found the following review helpful. Easy set up, good price, vizo hits a home run. By Charles R. Crosby Jr. This was the easiest router I've ever set up. The directions are simple to follow. The entire directions are step by step in big letters and have good digrams/pictures to help you along and its only two laminated cards 5x10 inches. It seems that Vizo made it for the common guy with not alot of computer knowlege. I was up and running in about ten minutes (install, laptop, 2 PS3's and Itouch). Not a computer geek, but it broadcast in 802.11 a/h, 802.11g/n and 802.11b. My laptop, itouch and PS3 immediatley reconized the 802.11g/n and took the security key (WPA) that was given with the setup paperwork and is operating at 2.4HGz. There's three security keys given with the directions, so if your device reconizes the router, you can just input a key until the right one is input. I belive that the 802.11a/h (WPA2 security key) would only work for new faster devices. Again, this was easy to set up and is faster than my old router. I could only imagine how fast it is if I had a device that worked on the 802.11a/h signal (5GHz). I would definatley buy this product again. I test ran an HD movie using Netflix on my PS3 via the wirless connection and it downloaded the movie very nicely. My old router was basically usless for Netflix via a wireless connection becasue of it slow speed. Vizo hit it out of the park with this one and its well under one hundred dollars. I will definatley get one and install it at my girlfreinds house. See all 120 customer reviews...

The WNHDE111 is a 5 GHz Wireless-N access point that connects to any existing router/gateway for more wireless channels, better connections, and less interference. Notebooks with embedded Wireless-N enjoy increased wireless performance. Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures prioritization of voice, video and gaming traffic for seamless simultaneous task handling. Setup is made simple through plug-and-play, automatic configuration, while Push `N Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ensures an easy, secure Internet connection. Support of wireless ad-hoc mode enables wireless LAN peer-to-peer gaming and HD video streaming is provided by multicast point-to-multi-point support. Multiple bridge connection2 enables expanded wireless networking.

Color: Black Brand: Netgear Model: WNHDE111 Format: CD Original language: English Dimensions: 1.50" h x 6.80" w x 8.90" l, Creates a 5 GHz Wireless-N access point by connecting to an existing router/gateway More wireless channels, less interference and better connections using 5 GHz Wireless-N band Boosts wireless performance of notebooks with embedded Wireless-N¿ Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures prioritization of voice, video and gaming traffic Device measures 8.9 x 1.5 x 6.8 inches (WxHxD) Boosts wireless performance of notebooks with embedded Wireless

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Most helpful customer reviews 36 of 37 people found the following review helpful. Does a beautiful job with Netgear Rangemax WNDR3700 Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router By zemes I bought one to pair with a Netgear Rangemax WNDR3700 Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router. It does a wonderful job, and the setup was simple and operation reliable. First of all, please note that this wireless product has a single operating band at 5GHz. It will not work with 2.4GHz routers or other 2.4Ghz devices that need to connect with this unit wirelessly. The Netgear has two different operating modes, a bridge mode and an access point mode, switchable with a hardware switch which is so much better than a software enabled switch. The bridge/access point distinction:Allow me to digress a little bit here. The concepts of an "access point" and a "bridge" can be confusing to many. I've seen very technical definitions of these, but not really helpful for end-users. What always confused me was they never tell you what exactly connects to what, in what manner (wireless or ethernet?), and the signal is going from which unit to which unit doing what(signal direction and function). So let me try to describe this using the simplest possible language. -- A wireless access point connects to clients (your PCs, or other end-user devices) wirelessly but connects to the Internet through an ethernet cable. There may be a modem involved there, but that's a detail not affecting the concept. That is, it gives the clients a wireless access to the Internet, therefore called a wireless access point. -- A wireless bridge connects to the clients directly through ethernet cables but connects to the Internet wirelessly (usually through a wireless router or an access point). The wireless bridge has wireless receiving capability of course, but it does not have wireless broadcasting capability. Therefore it does not connect to the clients wirelessly and does not have an SSID for itself to broadcast like a wireless access point or wireless router would. However, the above definitions are traditional pure Access Point and Bridge. With the newer WDS technology, bridges start to have wireless broadcasting capability as well. In the WDS setup, multiple bridges are used together to cover a wider area. A WDS bridge would on one hand work like a traditional bridge to wirelessly receive signals from the router or an upper-level bridge, while at the same time transmits signal wirelessly to the next level bridge. Even in a WDS setup, the key point to understand is still that the bridges don't assign IP addresses to other connected devices. They are sort of passive in terms of IP addressing, and that is why you can't simply connect two active routers to do what the router and a bridge can do. But all this is just for clarification and has nothing to do with the device reviewed here.(By the way, a router is really a network switch plus an access point. The network switch takes care of the network address assignment and management, without which your devices may be connected, but the signals would not know where to go. This part is usually clear to most people.) I read another reviewer complaining that you need two Netgear bridges to make a real "bridge". Obviously, the reviewer intuitively defines a bridge as something that wirelessly connects (bridges) two non-wireless ends. If a wireless bridge were supposed to do that, then you indeed always need two units to complete a bridge. This is inherently true, because in any technology, to wirelessly connect two sides, you need both sides to have wireless capability. If you have a transmitter on one side, there must be a receiver on the other side, or vice versa. In the field of Wi-Fi, the routers came out first and provided wireless capability at one end. The other end is typically a wireless client such as a wireless adapter card. But sometimes you may want several PCs to share a "united wireless adapter" to connect to a wireless router.

WET11 V2 Linksys Cisco WET11 Wireless -B Ethernet Bridge. The unit is used and working. This Linksys Wet11 External Wireless Network Converter has IEEE 802.11b Data Link Protocol. With Bus Type Interface. The Spread Spectrum Method is DSSS. Data Transfer Rate of 11Mbps. Frequency Band of 2.4Ghz. Maximum Range Indoors of 262 ft. Maximum Range Open Space 980 ft. Antenna is External and De-tachable. Interfaces are 1 x Network-Radio-Ethernet. Connection of 1 x Network-Ethernet 10Base-T RJ45. Ecryption Algorithm 128-bit WEP. The unit comes with the Antenna, and Power Adapter WET11 V2.

Amazon Sales Rank: #38541 in Consumer Electronics Brand: Cisco Model: WET11 Platforms: Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Windows Original language: English Dimensions: 1.22" h x 4.92" w x 3.70" l, .44 pounds Converts wired-Ethernet devices to wireless network connectivity Works without drivers on Macintosh, Windows, PlayStation2, Xbox, Linux, network printers--anything with an Ethernet port Provides wireless, cable-free bridging between remote workgroups Easily configurable through your Web browser Capable of up to 128-Bit WEP encryption

Amazon.com Product Description The versatile wireless Ethernet bridge from Linksys can make any wired Ethernet-equipped device a part of your wireless network. At home, use the wireless Ethernet bridge to connect game consoles, set-top boxes, or computers to your wireless network to share your high-speed network connection. In the office, convert your Ethernet-wired printer, scanner, camera, notebook, or desktop into a wireless networked device. It's completely driver-free, so it works on any platform and with any operating system. Because there are no drivers to load, setup is a snap--just plug it into your device and configure the network settings through your Web browser. You can also use the Linksys wireless Ethernet bridge as a kind of "cableless cable" to connect remote areas together. Maybe the Shipping department is all the way across the warehouse from Receiving. Or maybe you want to set up a home office in your detached garage. With a wireless Ethernet bridge in the garage and an other one (or a wireless access point) in the house, you're connected--without the hassle of cabling. See a comparison diagram of the different wireless technologies. Wireless networks are rapidly becoming more popular and coming down in price. Since they don't require cables, you can use the devices anywhere in an office or home, even out on the patio. There's no need to roll out an Ethernet network cable to each room of a house; you can network anywhere--without wires. Outside the home, wireless networking is available in hotspots at coffee shops, businesses, and airports--great when you're on the road and need to get some work done. For convenience, wireless networking is the answer. Which Wireless Standard Is Right for Me? Now that you've decided to create a wireless network, the next step is to figure out which wireless standard to use. Basically, a standard is a set of specifications for a device. All devices that follow a specific standard share operating characteristics, such as the radio frequency used and maximum data transfer speed. For wireless networking, there are three standards to choose from at this time: 802.11b 802.11a 802.11g To learn about the differences between the standards and select the right one for your network, click here for an easy-to-understand chart.

Most helpful customer reviews 34 of 35 people found the following review helpful. When you get one that works, it's wonderful... By Gogmagog Seems like many other reviews here ring true. Spent the better part of two days trying to configure this item in vain with at least four calls and three hours wasted with tech support just to end up with a bridge stuck in eternal boot mode (seems like a failing hard reset is not uncommon). Sent back to Amazon for a replacement and the new one worked like a charm after two minutes of hassle-free configuration (I would suggest linking it straight to your ethernet after setting a static IP on your pc and working via the bridge's IP address - skip the setup CD-ROM altogether - for detailed instructions, see Linksys' tech support website articles 304 and 534). I use the bridge to connect a PS2 in our basement with our pc on the second floor (and opposite end) of our house and have a flawless connection with the BEFW11S4 router. I am very pleased with our final result - but very dissatisfied with the work it took to get here. My suggestion - if you follow directions and it doesn't work (i.e., stuck it boot mode, won't save your changes), don't mess with firmware, don't waste time talking to India, just return it for a replacement until it does work. 31 of 32 people found the following review helpful. Very pleased with the WET11 By A Customer After reading the specs on the Linksys WET11 and downloading the user manual from their website, I decided to purchase a unit. I am very pleased with this product and it works as I had expected. Setting it up was a breeze. The antenna is screwed on to the right side of the unit (which is surprisingly small). Plug in the power supply. I then hooked it up to a PC laptop with the supplied RJ45 cable and ran the setup program. I have an SMC Barricade 7004AWBR router with a built in wireless access point. The WET11 was configured to use the same SSID and channel as the SMC and then set to DHCP. All done. The unit can then be connected to your ethernet device in one of two ways. One is directly to your desktop or laptop, for example. The other is to hook it up to a hub or switch and from there wire it up to one or more desktops or even laptops. There is a switch on the unit to select which mode will be used. While I do have a wireless card for the laptop, it's nice to have the flexibility of going wired for desktops.The icing on the cake is that I now have wireless connectivity for my Mac Beige G3. I've been looking for a solution and the WET11 solves it. Before, I had to run a long RJ45 cable to it from the router. Now I can connect it to the WET11 through either of the two options mentioned and get on the web as before, except it's now wireless. One tip - set the Mac to a manual IP address. For some reason, setting the Mac for DHCP does not work. For me a very minor issue.I have not seen any dropped connections for the few days I've had it and it sure runs cool. All in all, it has met my expectations, perhaps more so with the Mac. For the money, I see no comparable product out there. Check it out. 20 of 20 people found the following review helpful. Connect different networks cheaply with any access point By Glenn Fleishman This tremendous and inexpensive piece of gear has two great features: one, you can plug any Ethernet device into it and thus attach it to a wireless Wi-Fi network; two, you can take a network of 30 or more devices connected in a wired configuration, and bridge all of their traffic to any access point within range. This lets you hook pods of computers together without wires, bypassing expensive or difficult drilling operations or wiring configurations. It's not perfect, as the full connection is the equivalent of less than the original 10 Mbps Ethernet, but it's an awful good solution for computer labs, homes that are too large for a single access point, or building small office networks. It's also worthwhile for community and neighborhood

TRENDnet 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point TEW-638APB Wireless Access Points

Size: 300 Mbps Brand: TRENDnet Model: TEW-638APB Platform: Windows XP Format: CD-ROM Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 1.02" h x 4.72" w x 3.46" l, .32 pounds Compact high performance wireless n access point Wireless Bridge mode for Ethernet-to-wireless bridging function Works as an access point and a wireless adapter Compliant with IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b standards Compatible with 802.11b/g/n networks

The versatile 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is designed to create a scalable high speed wireless n network or to connect a wired device to an existing wireless network. Use multiple 300Mbps Wireless N Access Points together to extend your network using Wireless Distribution System (WDS), Wireless Bridge and AP Client Modes. Expand a wireless network without running additional cabling with Wireless Distribution Service (WDS) technology by connecting multiple access points wirelessly. Use Wireless Bridge Mode to connect devices such as game consoles, printers and digital video recorders (DVR) to your wireless network. Advanced antenna technology (MIMO) increases wireless coverage and WPA / WPA2 encryption protects your wireless network

Most helpful customer reviews 26 of 29 people found the following review helpful. Took a gamble and it worked after trying two other solutions. By D. Smith Home networking can be a real pain especially for someone like me who knows enough to be dangerous but not enough to be a network installer. I have a wireless router burried in my basement that wasn't getting signal to my upstairs part of the house. I tried two other different products 1) two routers connected to each other and 2) a Hawking repeater. I ended up wasting a lot of time with them and they just didnt work or had compatibility issues. I took a plunge on the no brand trendnet based on this other positive review and he was 100% right. The price is 50% cheaper than the comparable Linksys N switch and does exactly as advertised. Setup took 5 minutes and I now have coverage all over my house. No issues so far. 7 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Good price, decent feature set. Beware of 2.4GHz channel bonding issues. By Ryan A. Jairam UPDATE 07/02/10: Firmware fixes! v1.2.7 greatly improves the stability of this unit and now it performs flawlessly. Original review: I have had this AP for a few months now. It was not difficult to set up at all. When it works properly, I get decent speeds. However since this is a 2.4GHz access point don't expect channel bonding to work as well as in a 5GHz or dual band unit because the 2.4GHz band is basically overloaded. Also, this access point only comes with a 100BaseTX wired ethernet interface, so even if you got more than 100Mbps on the wireless side you're limited by the wired interface. I also have it set up with WPA2, initially with WPA2-PSK and now with WPA2 enterprise using FreeRADIUS on pfsense for better security. It does have multiple SSIDs but what is the point of that? It's not like you can segment it into VLANs or anything so this is a pointless feature. This would have been useful because I could keep one SSID open and put it on a DMZ on my firewall so I can give guests wifi access without opening up my whole network. That said, my access point refuses to connect every ever so often. Completely random, but usually after I've completed some large file transfers over N wireless. It almost seems as though some buffers in the device are being saturated and the device just locks up. My laptop or iPod will attempt to associate then fail with no explanation, then magically come back after I power cycle the device. I have not seen any firmware updates for it that would fix the issue so I think I'll just attempt to get warranty service for it or just get another access point like a Cisco. 19 of 25 people found the following review helpful. Works well, configuration could be clearer By Wayne Sometimes you can use a wireless adapter to get your device on your network. Sometimes your TV or Blu-ray player leaves you with no option other than a wired connection. This device allows you to put a switch or hub anywhere in a typical home or plug any network cable directly into it for a network connection. Alternatively, two of these can tie remote areas of a network together wirelessly without having this emulate a wireless adapter. You can also use this by plugging it into your network in locations where wireless devices, such as laptops get weak signals. You could even have an individual laptop use this instead of its built in adapter if it has trouble picking up on your network from remote areas of your home. You start off by connecting this device to a single computer so you can configure it. You can bring it up with a web browser, and bypass the need to install the configuration software on your PC. However, if its default IP address is out of the range of your subnet mask, you would have to manually assign an IP address and subnet mask to your computer, and set them back after configuration. That method is a common way to configure similar devices. It can make things easy, or it might seem confusing enough to drive