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*MAFIA* => Help => Topic started by: *MAFIA* Beatlejuice on July 28, 2010, 09:53:11 AM
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I'm not looking for any explanations on how a router works or an in-depth analysis of each of these routers. I've read up on all of them and I know there are some differences. I don't think I could go too terribly wrong on getting any of these. I just want to be able to have a stable and fast connection and not have to replace this in 5 years or less.
What I need help on is, do any of these routers stand out, either good or bad? I know they are expensive. Are there any I should eliminate from the list immediately, or are there any from the list that you would definitely get over the others? And if so, why? Basically I want to try to narrow it down to the top 3 or so before I make a decision. Thanks.
1) Netgear $100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833122220
2) Netgear $150
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833122375
3) Linksys $70
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124332
4) Linksys $100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124386
5) Linksys $142
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124388
6) D-Link $77
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127215
7) D-Link $130
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127243
8 ) TRENDnet $65
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833156240
9) TRENDnet $150
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833156285
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i got a cheap netgear router from newegg for like 19 bucks and it's still kicking. Easy to set up and hasn't crapped out yet, I like it just fine...there's my two cents.
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I'm using the $100 Linksys one right now. Works great for me, and easy to set up. The usb wireless adapter that is supposed to match this, but is a different product, is a piece of shit though.
The router is great.
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Definitely go with option 2) Netgear $150 if you're looking for the best
Why? Top Reasons:
1) This router offers the fastest known and available IEEE 802.11n connection (My newest Xbox 360 and router sync on this connection). Don't have the latest tech to run a IEEE 802.11n connection? Don't worry, IEEE 802.11a/b/g are also available.
2) Lifetime manufacturer warranty (None of your other options have this). Router not working the way it should or having difficulties connecting to your modem and/or computer? No problem. If they can't help you over the phone or email they'll send you a new one, no questions asked.
I'll never buy another Linksys router again. Once the one year warranty is up they can give a shit less what's wrong or about any problems you're having with your router (settings/internal damage/glitch/syncs), unless you're willing to pay an additional $40 for an extended warranty (The one I bought from them was $35, what's the sense paying for a warranty worth more than the router itself?). However, I must admit, thanks to Linksys, I now know every fundamental concept and specific setting there is to a router and modem. I need not to further waste my time calling them again.