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[Dalmo]

I'm thinking about buying one yes or no?

Any issues I should know about this Router before I buy one



Thank You



 

[EddieZ]

IMHO: Yes. No issues with it, great performance.

[JimMonz]

Kneejerk response is NO.

But, after updating to 1.34NA, I really have not had any problems.

I don't use any of the special features.

Here is how mine is configured:
1. Default router.
2. Up date to 1.34NA
3. Set up for 300 Mps
4. Turn off Daylight Savings. Set time manually.
5. Turn off SecureSpot.

I have not had a problem since I did the above.

I hope this helps.

[dagger_99]

No!!

Regardless of all setting suggestions here, you WILL DROP internet connections. Pay attention to all the people who have had issues with this router.

Their support staff are ostriches with their heads in the sand, deflecting all issues on other inane problems like your wireless phone or any other 2.4 GHz device.

[Dalmo]

OK Thanks Guys I will pass on the Router

I'm looking for a good N Gigabit Router with no issues any suggestion?


Thank You


 

[EddieZ]

DIR655

Most of the guys on this forum haven't got a clue how to configure a network correctly. Suprisingly, they encounter connecion issues. Whatever brand you choose, networking in general does require some knowledge.

[bananaman]

No!!

Regardless of all setting suggestions here, you WILL DROP internet connections. Pay attention to all the people who have had issues with this router.

Their support staff are ostriches with their heads in the sand, deflecting all issues on other inane problems like your wireless phone or any other 2.4 GHz device.

This has not been my experience. I have two DIR-655's and they are rock solid. I recommend them!

[dagger_99]

DIR655

Most of the guys on this forum haven't got a clue how to configure a network correctly. Suprisingly, they encounter connecion issues. Whatever brand you choose, networking in general does require some knowledge.

  First off, i for one resent that comment and find it offensive. My router with firmware series 1.2 worked flawlessly and only started having issues with the identical 4 machine wireless 1.3 firmware, on machines running Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7.

 And while you're at it, since you are an esteemed level 10, and i am just a newbie who finally got fed up enough to post, kindly extend your vast wealth of knowledge and help me get this piece of c**p working. We can do this in the forum, as i am sure the hundreds of people who share my EXACT problem with will benefit, or in private email where when you do fail, will not be embarrassed?

Regards.

[dagger_99]

OK Thanks Guys I will pass on the Router

I'm looking for a good N Gigabit Router with no issues any suggestion?


Thank You


 

Linksys has 2 Dual Band that I am considering after i scrap my current useless D-Link. Either the WRT300N or WRT400N.

[a2b]

Hi,


1) this is an old router - 2007 (I think) . Probably reaching end of lifecycle support

New routers have better wireless performance / bandwidth throughput etc.

2) Still firmware releases to fix "issues" as opposed to increasing performance

3) it is not something that works out the box - pretty much you have to change a lot of settimgs to get best performance.

4) General advice - anything that says auto (i.e let the router manage a feature for you ) is a big no !

5) Locked down firmware - where other routers benfit from additional open support / features -> customisable to pretty much how want them.

6) Dualband routers are widely available.


Depending on the price this router may be fine for you. You may suffer some of the issues reported in this forum. Remeber people have different setups and use different features.


My advice stick to a newer model 2009+   the netgear wndr3700 is favourably reported on smallnet builder. the old adage you get what you pay for !!!
 

[Dalmo]

was looking at the CRADLEPOINT MBR1200 for around $250?

Any feedback on CRADLEPOINT?




Thank You

[EddieZ]

  First off, i for one resent that comment and find it offensive. My router with firmware series 1.2 worked flawlessly and only started having issues with the identical 4 machine wireless 1.3 firmware, on machines running Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7.

 And while you're at it, since you are an esteemed level 10, and i am just a newbie who finally got fed up enough to post, kindly extend your vast wealth of knowledge and help me get this piece of c**p working. We can do this in the forum, as i am sure the hundreds of people who share my EXACT problem with will benefit, or in private email where when you do fail, will not be embarrassed?

Regards.

Let me know what issues you face and we'll solve them. If you're problem equals the issues others face is at least doubtful since local situations differ immensely and also play a role in certain issues.

So I accept you're invitation. You can choose to do so by PM or forum thread, no preference from my side.

[dagger_99]

I appreciate the offer to help, so let's see if we can fix this.

I am running 5 wireless machines, 4 running on Windows 7 and 1 Mac. They all test at approximately 9Mbps download, .9Mbps upload, ping rate between 5-8 ms, and the furthest machine at 88% signal strength. We currently have a 2.4 GHz phone system, a wireless alarm system, and are using the new Logitech 2.4 GHz mouse/keyboards, so that is a reality we have to deal with.

Our wireless network is configured as such
- Use Unicasting
- MTU -1500
- Mixed 802.11 b.g.n mode
- Wireless Channel Channel 1 ( i've tried 6 and 11 as well)
- Transmission rate- Best (Changing to MCS 14 or 15 will not allow wireless connection))
- Channel Width Auto20/40. 
- QOS Disabled
- Enable SPI
- Transmission High Beacon Period 100, RTS and Fragmentation 2346
- Enable WISH on
- Priority Automatic - Off
- Wi-Fi Protected Enabled
- Enable UPnP Off
- SecureSpot Off

  Anything I'm missing?

[EddieZ]

Well, for starters what's your gateway device, which device is the DHCP?

Easy check: disable WiSH. This feature sounds better that it actually is.

[dagger_99]

Well, for starters what's your gateway device, which device is the DHCP?

Easy check: disable WiSH. This feature sounds better that it actually is.

  If i understand you correctly, our server is the only wired router machine. Would that not be considered the DHCP device?

  WISH disabled, next steps?