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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