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Cisco-Linksys WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router by CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
Digital Photo Product DetailsManufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE Audio: English (Original Language) Format: CD-ROM Model: WRT320N Product features: - High-performance dual-band wireless-N router for connecting wired and wireless devices
- Wireless-N technology for blazing-fast performance, great range, and reduced dead spots
- Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting wired devices, such as computers, printers, and more
- 128-Bit wireless encryption and SPI firewall for air-tight security
- Measures 7.95 x 1.34 x 6.3 inches and weighs 10.58 ounces;
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Cisco-Linksys WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterCustomer Review: Solved my WiFi range problem! Summary: 5 Stars
First let me preface this review by saying, i do own this product and it saved me from jumping off the WIFI bridge to something like powerline which might have been the nail in the cauffin had i bought all that stuff and discovered it only works for computers that are on the same circut of your homes circuit box.
Anyway, if you're looking for a rocket science review of this sexy little device..press fast forward.. this is dedicated to those who just want a WIFI setup that works and solves your Range issue so they can get on with life!
This past Friday I called it quits and ditched all my Linksys G routers/access points/hodge podge WRT54g-DD-wrt gateway hookup stuff and threw it all in a box and hauled it to the craigslist section of the garage. Yes, I know if i had unlimited hours and my time was worth nothing, i could pop the top of those old linksys units and tinker with open source firmware till the next presidential election - But frankly, I'd rather enjoy my life.
so on to a 'N'ew chapter of success with WIFI "N" and G is now for 'G'oodbye
First I live in a typical newer home in the burbs and this SINGLE unit effectively covers all 3000sq ft home with ease. I positioned the Linksys N dual-band gigabit unit in my garage/home office area which is located on the 1st floor at the far west side of the house. After about an hour of snafus installing the setup software on Win7/and Vista (reason for 3 stars on setup).. Voila! I got it working and it was like my house started glowing with N! First thing i did was grab my Dell inspiron 1721 laptop (with built-in G adapter) and headed to the furthest side of house which is my master bedroom that is approximately 400-500ft away and on the 2nd floor (think diagonal opposites)
The laptop instantly found my new N WIFI SSID, I saw 4 bars, input my WPA2 passphrase (no 128 hex crap - simple human word i picked)and got a whopping 48mbs solid connection (not bad for a G adapter on N network).
NOTE: as I went around the house and enabled all the other older G-based PCs, I found that on on Windows XP and even some Vista machines, the wifi adapters didn't detect the new WPA2 based N network. So i had to go in and manually setup the WIFI network using the SSID and WPA2 passphrase. You must also pick the option that says "connect to this wifi network even when it is not broadcasting". But once I did that, all machines in the house had a reliable 3-5 bars no matter where it was in the house.
Linksys has a cool new network management software package called Network Magic Pro that comes with the unit (Trial Version then u must buy) but its really slick.. you can view all computers connected to your N network and see if the connects are live or dormant plus do a bunch of other cool stuff. After all was setup and done (about 2.5hrs later) I saw all 10 devices on my N network. Mix of laptops, desktops, xbox, ps3,etc .. all visible as little icons on this cool little network map. EVEN helped my kids XBOX connections!!!
I now plan to upgrade all my G network adapters to N soon and maybe even sooner since I found [...]
This N machine solved all my headaches and brought weeks of frustration hunting for solutions to G-connectivity finally to a close! Now Im going to relax kick my feet up and enjoy the superbowl without the whole house complaining the wifi is down..the wifi is down!!
GET THIS if you have G-connectivity problems. It works perfectly with G network adapters that maybe on your older PCs laptops. I did get an additional N network adapter to connect one of my media servers and the WIFI speed showed 5bars with 230MBs!!!! - so you see when you hook two "N" devices on both sides - it goes far faster than what most home network users will ever need.
Cheers!
Description of Cisco-Linksys WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterThe sleek Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router works in two different radio bands, letting you choose the one with the least interference in your area. Either one delivers great Wireless-N performance for smooth streaming video, high frame-rate gaming, and fast data transfers all with great range and reduced dead spots. The 4 built-in Gigabit ports provide connections to your wired devices that are ten times as fast as standard Fast Ethernet ports. Get ready for the power of Wireless-N technology with the Linksys by Cisco WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router that provides ultra-fast transfer speeds, air-tight security features, greater coverage, and support for wireless and wired devices. Dual Wireless-N radio bands ensure less interference from other wireless networks, and four integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports provides support for a variety of wired devices at blazing-fast speeds ideal for streaming videos, gaming, and ultra-quick file transfers. Wireless-N Technology for Superior Performance Wireless-N is the latest technology built for faster transfer speeds with less interference and greater range. The WRT320N features dual Wireless-N radio bands for a crystal-clear signal with less static and interference from other wireless networks in the area. Plus it's versatile ? the WRT320N Router will work great with any of your existing Wireless-G, B, or A devices, so you don't have to go out and purchase all new equipment. The power of Wireless-N makes it an ideal choice for heavy gaming, streaming video, and large file transfers. With the WRT320N, you get Multiple in, Multiple Out MIMO technology, which utilizes signal reflections that work to boost range and reduce dead spots. This means greater coverage, less interference, and reduced dropped signals. Four Gigabit-Enabled Ports for Wired Devices The WRT320 Dual-Band Wireless-N Router enables you to not only have an ultra-fast wireless network, but also to connect all of your Gigabit-enabled wired devices - such as storage drives, computers, and printers ? at the same blazing-fast speeds as your wireless devices. All four of the Gigabit ports support auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X), so there's no need to purchase crossover cables. The versatile WRT320N is the only router you'll ever need for your home network. Air-Tight Security Features The WRT320N protects your wireless network from security breaches and malicious attacks from hackers with its two powerful, built-in security features. This router features both 128-Bit encryption and SPI Firewall for air-tight security that will keep your network safe and secure from Internet attacks. Minimum System Requirements Internet Explorer 6.0, Safari 3.0, or Firefox 1.0; CD-ROM drive; Windows XP, Vista or Vista 64-bit edition; Wired or Wireless Network Adapter Compatible with Windows and Macintosh, the Linksys WRT320N Wireless-N Router measures 7.95 x 1.34 x 6.3 inches and weighs 10.58 ounces. It is backed by a 1-year limited warranty. What's in the Box Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router, setup CD-ROM, User Guide CD-ROM, Quick Install, Ethernet network cable, and power adapter.
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