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I Need A More Powerful Router. Any Suggestions??

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A couple of years ago I copped a Linksys WRT300N and it's been pretty good, but lately it seems that with all the gizmos drawing from it, that it keeps slipping and can't reach the far reaches of my crib. I got a home office with 5 pc's, several tv's, a WII, a PS3, XBox, and a coupla phones that access the internet.So, I was thinking about an update/upgrade. What's the best thing out there now? Is the Linksys 3000 the next step?

Thanks, in advance.
 
Re: I Need A More Pwerful Router. Any Suggestions??

get a netgear or belkin wireless n router, make sure your laptop or desktop has a wireless n card first though
 
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I had a WRT160N V2. Connected 4 laptops a few servers PS3, XBox, iPods and phones. Suddenly, the signal started dropping and I had to keep restarting the thing. I replaced it with a Linksys 2000. I have been through several Linksys routers and have come to the conclusion that they last a little over a year, then start failing. This will probably be my last Linksys router.
 
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black-n-tan said:
I had a WRT160N V2. Connected 4 laptops a few servers PS3, XBox, iPods and phones. Suddenly, the signal started dropping and I had to keep restarting the thing. I replaced it with a Linksys 2000. I have been through several Linksys routers and have come to the conclusion that they last a little over a year, then start failing. This will probably be my last Linksys router.
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my linksys wrt54g is that deal. i run one at the office and one at home. zero issues. for years.
 
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You need a switch. You are probably experiencing collisions.
 
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the linksys wrt54g was god like i have 3. i've been wanting to upgrade to N
i've been checking reviews for mths on end and seems the new linksys N
routers are shitting. can't handle multiple computers when you throw in
streaming, downloading and torrenting. i might just get a used cisco router
with switch module off ebay. then add an AP to the mix.
 
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quovandxra said:
You need a switch. You are probably experiencing collisions.
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onyxmodels said:
:yes::yes::yes: i got the same one pimpin.....4 yrs (i think) and counting
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I have the same one as well, had it over 5 years, like the above quote, i belive the op is having a collision/ network overload (too many connections) i ran into this when i left my connection open, wasn't an issue until one day i could not get on, i quickly put the lock on my system and got rid of the extra riders on my network and have had no issues since.
 
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Wow its funny because I just went to office depot and replaced my Linksys wrt54g because could not handle all 4 pcs and a wireless laptop. I didn't even had it for a year and could not handle all the bandwidth, every computer was lagging big time. Anyways I replaced with the Linksys E2000 and its handling it pretty good. However i do agree with what the other guy said about Linksys routers having a short life span. I don't plan to keep this router for a long time because I know that with in a year its loose some performance or fail.

I was looking at the Apple Airport Extreme router. Did some research and 85% of purchases said that it was a real solid router but its expensive at $189. Maybe pay a little premium to get reliability. Thinking that's going to be my next router.
 
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copped a vizio dual band 5ghz/2.4, and its working great so far for 69 at costco, its replacing a dir655, that held me down for like 4 yrs, but just gave out for some reason
 
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I'm using a Linksys BEFSR41 router had the router and switch for over 5 years>1 VOIP Phone system, Network Printer,5 Port Network Switch that is connect to 2 PC's. Also connect to the Linksys router is a Netgear WNR2000 wireless router>1 PC, 2 wireless Laptops, WII and PS3. No issues, had this setup since June.
 
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The reason why I like the Airport extreme is you can setup a private network (secure) and a public network with its own network ID for guests when they visit and you dont have to give them your wireless password.

Does anyone know if there is another non-Apple (less expensive) router that does this?

darius_janus said:
Wow its funny because I just went to office depot and replaced my Linksys wrt54g because could not handle all 4 pcs and a wireless laptop. I didn't even had it for a year and could not handle all the bandwidth, every computer was lagging big time. Anyways I replaced with the Linksys E2000 and its handling it pretty good. However i do agree with what the other guy said about Linksys routers having a short life span. I don't plan to keep this router for a long time because I know that with in a year its loose some performance or fail.

I was looking at the Apple Airport Extreme router. Did some research and 85% of purchases said that it was a real solid router but its expensive at $189. Maybe pay a little premium to get reliability. Thinking that's going to be my next router.
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You need to buy a router that will run DD-WRT or Tomato. This will turn your $100 router in a $600 router. But a switch would be the first step.
 
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G-MO said:
I'm rocking this....

D-Link DIR-655 802.11b/g/n Xtreme N Gigabit Wireless

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127215&Tpk=dlink 655

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Dlink is a good choice. The Airport Extreme is too expensive IMO for the features that you are getting.

Here's list of routers that were tested on performance, features , price tc.
http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/component/option,com_chart/Itemid,189/

I bought the Engenius ESR9850 Gigabit router for 70$.
I would suggest you only buy a router with gigabit ports.
 
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divine said:
The reason why I like the Airport extreme is you can setup a private network (secure) and a public network with its own network ID for guests when they visit and you dont have to give them your wireless password.

Does anyone know if there is another non-Apple (less expensive) router that does this?
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Linksys Valet
I use the E3000 which does give guest access.
 
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One. Turn off 802.11b if you don't need it for any of your devices. It's one of the biggest killers of a wireless signal for 802.11g/n devices.

Two. Change DEFAULT RATE from Auto/Default to the highest possible without connection loss for devices farthest away from your AP.

Three. I assume that you're on Windows. Download Inssider and monitor wireless signal from neighbors that enter your house. If everyone's AP is on channel 6 (default for most routers), set yours to channel 1 or 11.

Four. Replacing your router most likely isn't going to solve your problem. You're going to have to either:

- redirect your antennas (it can make a big difference since they're omni directional)
- move your router to another part of your house
- mod your router with higher gain antennas (get ready to break out the soldering gun and plastic epoxy for your particular model)
- setup repeater APs to extend wireless signal for devices that have problems connecting

Five. CHANGE YOUR FIRMWARE to one of the open source ones (OpenWRT/DD-WRT/Tomato)! Frankly, most manufacturer's firmware for residential grade equipment sucks.
 
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black-n-tan said:
I had a WRT160N V2. Connected 4 laptops a few servers PS3, XBox, iPods and phones. Suddenly, the signal started dropping and I had to keep restarting the thing. I replaced it with a Linksys 2000. I have been through several Linksys routers and have come to the conclusion that they last a little over a year, then start failing. This will probably be my last Linksys router.
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I had a brand new WRT610 and the same shit happened to me. I had to restart that bitch every fuck'n day. I Called Linksys and they were fuck'n clueless about what was causing it. It's a faulty router and Linksys puts you through a whole lot of bullshit to send it back, I just trashed that shit and took the L:angry:
 
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G-MO said:
I'm rocking this....

D-Link DIR-655 802.11b/g/n Xtreme N Gigabit Wireless

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127215&Tpk=dlink 655

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Thanks for the advice. Read the reviews on Dell.com http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&sku=A0950905&baynote_bnrank=0&baynote_irrank=0&~ck=baynoteSearch and it seems to be a pretty solid router. Just copped it this morning. Getting rid of my old linksys wireless g router..
 
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divine said:
The reason why I like the Airport extreme is you can setup a private network (secure) and a public network with its own network ID for guests when they visit and you dont have to give them your wireless password.

Does anyone know if there is another non-Apple (less expensive) router that does this?
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This Linksys 2000 has a separate guest password. The router cost around $99.00 at Staples.
 
Re: I Need A More Pwerful Router. Any Suggestions??

get a signal repeater. the problem is not that your signal is being used up but that it's failing to get to certain areas. The repeater will take care of that.
 
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da_monumental_1 said:
One. Turn off 802.11b if you don't need it for any of your devices. It's one of the biggest killers of a wireless signal for 802.11g/n devices.

Two. Change DEFAULT RATE from Auto/Default to the highest possible without connection loss for devices farthest away from your AP.

Three. I assume that you're on Windows. Download Inssider and monitor wireless signal from neighbors that enter your house. If everyone's AP is on channel 6 (default for most routers), set yours to channel 1 or 11.

Four. Replacing your router most likely isn't going to solve your problem. You're going to have to either:

- redirect your antennas (it can make a big difference since they're omni directional)
- move your router to another part of your house
- mod your router with higher gain antennas (get ready to break out the soldering gun and plastic epoxy for your particular model)
- setup repeater APs to extend wireless signal for devices that have problems connecting

Five. CHANGE YOUR FIRMWARE to one of the open source ones (OpenWRT/DD-WRT/Tomato)! Frankly, most manufacturer's firmware for residential grade equipment sucks.
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Listen to this guy.

Also, like someone said earlier, consider buying an older, commercial grade router along with a switch and access point. Regardless of the manufacturer (linksys, belkin,etc.), the SOHO routers combo are shit ;they aren't made to last.
 
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bigred22 said:
I had a brand new WRT610 and the same shit happened to me. I had to restart that bitch every fuck'n day. I Called Linksys and they were fuck'n clueless about what was causing it. It's a faulty router and Linksys puts you through a whole lot of bullshit to send it back, I just trashed that shit and took the L:angry:
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I got one of these... Took me about a year to get the thing running. Eventually flashed the EEPROM with new firmware. It's been running like a beast since.

Running a wii, laptop, 2 desktops, plus streaming videos on the 5.1 freq. Works like a champ. Forget about customer service though, since them fools are reading play cards.
 
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Thats weird thats the same shit thats been happening to me...I just got the Black Xbox Kinect and that shit be disconnecting like hell...and the Netflix quality be shitty now...
 
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Had the Linksys WRT54G for years. Lately, I had to unplug and reset the modem because of loss connection issues within my home network daily.

Brought a E3000 during the Black Friday week for $89 off of Amazon ($107 total with S&H + Cali Tax-Fuckers).

So far, So good for connecting: One Desktop, 3 Laptops, Work Laptop, Roku, 3 Blu-ray players, iPad, 3 smart phones, NAS, and a Wii along with streaming between all. The house was already pre-wired with Ethernet ports in every room. One port off of the E3000 goes to a wired router which hits all the bedrooms.

I don't run OpenWRT, DD-WRT, or Tomato. Just the manufacturer's firmware. BUT I will be reading up on these programs this week and how to use them.
 
Re: I Need A More Pwerful Router. Any Suggestions??

G-MO said:
I'm rocking this....

D-Link DIR-655 802.11b/g/n Xtreme N Gigabit Wireless

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833127215&Tpk=dlink 655

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:yes: excellent choice!

This is what I have it replaced a netgear wireless g router i had issues with. It costs, but little to no issues whatsoever

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http://www.dlink.com/products/?pid=643
I have 3 wired and up to 6+ running on either g/n
 
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Cisco Small Business Pro 8PORT 10/100/1000 PoE Switch #ESW5408PK9
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Should run you over $500.00
 
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WorldEX said:
Cisco Small Business Pro 8PORT 10/100/1000 PoE Switch #ESW5408PK9
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Should run you over $500.00
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Try this too...
Cisco 877 Integrated Services Router
Has wireless. No POE so you'll have to connect that SIP phone to external. It's a little advanced but I think it should come with SDM enabled.

Cisco 870 Series of integrated services routers are fixed-configuration routers that support multiple types of DSL technologies, broadband cable, and Metro Ethernet connections in small offices. They provide the performance needed to run concurrent services, including firewall, intrusion prevention, and encryption for VPNs; optional 802.11b/g for WLAN networking; and quality of service (QoS) features for optimizing voice and video applications.
 
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Re: I Need A More Pwerful Router. Any Suggestions??

I'm thinking about upgrading my DSL Modem/Router Combo unit to handle more computers and streaming Netflix video. Any suggestions, or should I go with separate units?
 
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donwuan said:
You need to buy a router that will run DD-WRT or Tomato. This will turn your $100 router in a $600 router. But a switch would be the first step.
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NETGEAR - Open Source Wireless-N Router with 4-Port Gigabit Switch

Model: WNR3500L-100NAS

Is how I've been rollin. No problems.
 

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