Cisco-Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N Broadband Router
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Customer Review: Excellent product and nice range
Summary: 5 Stars
When I originally started looking for routers, I needed one that would send a clear signal across my house (I have 5 bedrooms). I had planned to hook up multiple laptops and an Xbox 360 to my network. I was looking for range, security, durability, ease of use and a clear signal all the time. I did a lot of research among different brands and models, but kept coming back to Linksys.
Luckily, I have not been disappointed in the Linksys WRT160N Ultra RangePlus Wireless N router. It has given me everything I was looking for going in. Setup was a breeze with the help of the instructions and installation CD. Encrypting my network was incredibly simple and my coverage has been excellent. And I love the design, since there are no wireless antennas. It looks sleek and stylish on my shelf.
I highly recommend this product! Should you purchase this router, you won't be disappointed.
Customer Review: Easy set up - with tips from other reviewers
Summary: 5 Stars
I have never set up a wireless network before. The set up wizard made the process extremely easy for a novice user. within a matter of minutes my laptop was seamlessly connected to the router with a status of "Excellent". If not for the tips of previous reviewers however, I would have been very frustrated with the difficulty of getting the router to play nice with the modem. It turns out my DSL modem and the router had the same default IP (I understand this is a common issue) which created a conflict. By going into the router settings (as outlined in other reviews) and changing the IP for the router, powering down/rebooting the modem, router and laptop the configuration sorted itself out and the modem and router have been best friends ever since.
Note: DO NOT install the LELA (Linksys Easy Link Advisor), you won't need it for set up and it's a memory hog when booting up your computer.
Customer Review: Easy
Summary: 5 Stars
This was a VERY easy product to set up and start using. I would describe myself as having average to slightly above-average technical knowledge. The instructions were EASY to follow and set-up took no more than 5 minutes in total (total actual time!).
I have a 4,300+/- sq.ft house and the range is good enough that the modem and router are on one end of the 2nd floor of the house, and my laptops are on the 1st floor on the opposite side of the house and they get a good connection.
I have had Comcast broadband for the last month and I have thought that it was no faster than the AT&T DSL service I had previously had. Since I started using this router, I have noticed the internet to be remarkably faster.
Anyway, I would recommend the product as being easy to install, providing a good connection to wireless devices, and providing a fast internet experience.
Customer Review: works like a champ
Summary: 5 Stars
Dude, it just works. It's v3 and I'm using the stock firmware. Skipped the install CD and went straight to 192.168.1.1 to configure. Only annoying thing about setup is having to log into my DSL service with PPPoE through the router. Needed to get directions from linksys.com Support pages to get guidance on that.
Sucker performs, too. Have it running both G & N. Laptop and Mac Mini using G are now loading pages noticeably faster than with our old Netgear G router. I'm sure the wife will be even happier using N on her MacBook Pro.
Every user will have a different wireless experience because of install location, interference, building materials, etc. This baby is kicking tail for me. I picked Linksys because I've generally had better luck with setup, reliability, and performance than other brands. I'm very happy with this choice, but use what works for you.
Customer Review: Great product, great customer support
Summary: 5 Stars
I ordered the Linksys WRT160N Ultra RangePlus Wireless-N Broadband Router with my new netbook. I had never had dealings with a wireless network or routers before and ordered the router not knowing what I was buying (someone had suggested I buy Linksys brand), or how I was going to install it. The companion DVD stepped me through the process. Although, after the first successful attempt of connecting my netbook to the network, it wouldn't connect anymore. I didn't know anything about "changing channels", but a teen computer guru got me going again. A few days later, my modem had to be replaced due to age, and I became completely lost in trying to figure out why I once again couldn't connect to my network. I finally paid Linksys support $9.95 to take over my computer remotely and fix the problem.
Best ten bucks I have spent in awhile. No more problems since.