Wireless Router Reviews 2010

7/28/2011

Panasonic BB-HCM371A Outdoor Wireless Network Camera Review

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(More customer reviews)I looked for a long time for a remote camera to keep an eye on a vacation residence. Reviews of other similar cameras like the Toshiba IK-WB11A were spotty at best especially when using in wireless mode. Panasonic cameras seemed to get good reliability reviews, so when an outdoor wireless-G came out I decided to give it a try. I had some difficulty getting the ports forwarded through my router. The directions are pretty sparse when it comes to setting up your router. I guess there is a fair variability in how each different router is set up. Once that problem was solved it has been rock solid. In the 4 months I have had it running, I only had to reset it once, after a 3 day power failure. Actually, I think it was the router, not the camera that needed to be reset, but I reset everything. It does everything it is advertised to do although I don't use the audio feature. The motion detection feature works better than other webcam security software that I have tried.
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I have now had this installed over 4 years and it continues to function as good as the day I bought it. As it is in a vacation home and I am frequently gone, I have had some problems with loss access via the internet. It appears that this is secondary to flaky DSL router. I finally purchased a simple timer at the hardware store. It turns off the router every night at midnight and then turns it back on a minute later, effectively resetting the router each day. Since then no problems. It doesn't require a computer to be running so both the router and the camera boot back up following a power failure.

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Outdoor Wireless Network Camera with 2-Way Audio

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TRENDnet 150 Mbps Mini Wireless N USB 2.0 Adapter TEW-648UB (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)worked out of the box the 1st time exactly as advertised with minimal reference to instructions & excellent range through walls in house. performed much better than more expensive adaptor from Verizon which it replaced.

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TRENDnet TEW-648UB (Version v1.0R) 150Mbps Mini Wireless N USB2.0 Adapter

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GSI High-Powered Ultra-Secure 500mW 54Mbps USB Wireless WIFI Long Range Network Adapter with Detachable External 5dBi Antenna - IEEE 802.11 b/g Interface - For PC/Laptop/Notebook/Computer Hot-Spot Internet Connection - For Travel or Home Use Review

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(More customer reviews)This was my second try at a long range wifi antenna. My previous purchase was a "802.11g USB WiFi Wireless Lan Adapter w/5dBi Antenna", which failed miserably. So far, in the last few weeks, this has been pretty good at detecting signals. Installation was a breeze on the Windows XP laptop. Only suggestion would be to make this connect directly to the usb port instead of using a long wire -- would make a cleaner look.

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Extremely User Friendly and Affordable, this new USB Network adapter from GSI is ideal for Indoor, Outdoor or Travel Use. With Power of up to 500mW, and speeds of 54Mbps, you will Enjoy Strong Wireless Signal even when Roaming as far as 3000 Feet away from Router. Clear and precise Instructions will guide you through the Short Installation process, and the 5dBi Antenna Include will boost Connection even further.

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7/27/2011

Mediabridge Ultra Series - High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet - Category 2 Certified - Supports 3D & Audio Return Channel - (6 Feet) Review

Mediabridge Ultra Series - High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet - Category 2 Certified - Supports 3D and Audio Return Channel - (6 Feet)

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(More customer reviews)These cables worked great for me...I'm getting 1080p@24hz no problem. My setup is a Samsung 52" LCD TV (LN52A650) and a Playstation 3. Save yourself a whole lot of money and don't get ripped off buying "Monster" or any other overpriced HDMI cable. Order processing, USPS shipping, and receipt in Texas was lightling fast(7 days). Order 2 while you're at it...someday you'll need another one!

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Mediabridge Ultra Series - High Speed HDMI® Cable with Ethernet - Supports 3D, Audio Return Channel and Up To 4K Resolution Buy With ConfidenceUnlike most HDMI Sellers, Mediabridge Products is an Official HDMI Adopter Licensed by HDMI Licensing, LLC. See our certificate in product images section.Quality ConstructionMediabridge's Full Metal Jacket Connectors provide the pinnacle of protection from physical strain and electronic interference. HDMI combines both audio and video into one cable so it's all you need to connect your HDTV to your Blu-Ray Player, Xbox360, PS3, HD Cable Box, PC or any HD device with an HDMI output.Compatibility- Supports 3D Content- 4K, 1440p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i Resolutions- Audio Return Channel- Supports Highest Refresh Rates Available - Transfer Rates of Up to 340Mhz or 10.2gbps- True HD Dolby 7.1 and DTS-HD Master Audio- HDCP Compliant- Ethernet Channel For Sharing Internet Between HDMI DevicesNOTE: HDMI Ports that support Ethernet Channel are required for internet sharing. Ethernet Channel has no effect on audio or video and does not affect compatibility with devices that do not use the internet. This cable is the perfect solution for the most basic setup as well as the most advanced.Physical Specifications - 28 AWG Cable - Thicker For Durability Yet Flexible Due to Soft PVC Jacket- Full Metal Jacket Connectors - For Durability and Interference Protection - Shielding Throughout Cable- Gold Plated Warranty and Technical SupportMediabridge HDMI Cables are backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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Zoom 5695 Wireless Integrated Service Router - 4 x 10/100Base-TX LAN, 1 x ADSL WAN, 1 x FXS, 1 x FXO - IEEE 802.11b/g - 125Mbps Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm having some difficulties to set up the VoIP features. They are not shown similar to the X5v. I wish they had written a better manual with more examples. It is impossible to find tech support after 18:00 and I can only be home after that time.

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The X6v combines a feature set that establishes a new benchmark for DSL gateways. The X6v integrates an ADSL 2/2+ modem, wireless router with firewall security, and a VoIP telephone adapter into a single product.The Zoom ADSL X6v is an all-in-one solution for sharing ADSL service. The X6v provides all the features you'll need to make your ADSL access secure, easy to share, and easy to use. A built-in wireless-G router enables wireless networking to computers, notebooks, and other devices with 802.11g or 802.11b wireless capability. The X6v has easy-to-use Quality of Service (QoS) to guarantee upstream speed when you need it for applications like on-line gaming and Internet Telephony. An auto configuration wizard in the X6v detects ADSL network settings and makes DSL modem setup easy for all ADSL services, including Verizon, AT&T, Bell South and Qwest. ADSL 2/2+ support provides modem data speeds up to 24 Mbps.

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TRENDnet RP-TNC to RP-SMA Adapter TEW-AMBA Review

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(More customer reviews)This item worked great, but there should be a list of compatible devices or routers along on the description.

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Belkin Wireless G Router F5D7230-4 - Wireless router - 4-port switch - 802.11b/g - desktop Review

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(More customer reviews)I use a slightly different model (F5D7231-4) for three years now. I use it only with wire connections and with those connections it's rock solid. And I mean, rock solid: often you forget about its existence for many months. Its just working without problems. I use all router ports and more (via additional 4 ports switch) so this is heavy load environment.
I periodically download 4G DVDs with linux images and never has interruptions due to router failure. Never. I also use YouTube and never have any problems with streaming media.
Previously I used two Linksys routers: one wireless and one regular. Both were unstable with wire connections and disconnected once in a week or so. One wwas pretty hostile to YouTube. Also often both of them were unable to obtain DHCP address from [...] that I use as a provider. That was tremendous hassle.
I think most negative reviews for this router are about stability of the wireless connections. I agree that the defualt settins are stable with wireless connections. But wireless part of the router can be tuned using very helpful review of other Belkin model ([...]) written by ChurchOfJesusChrist.Net on Sep 27, 2007 (it has most helpful votes and is the first review for this router). The recommendation is to turn off any non standard modes (in wireless settings set turbo mode to off and set protected mode to off). That really improves stability.
In any case if you need wired connections it is probably one of the best low cost router you can get.
It has some sophisticated features. You can have "infinite" DHCP leases, essentially static IP assignment with flexibility of DHCP; Linksys cannot do that. You can also put one computer on "DMZ" before firewall and test the application. This way you can detect which ports the applications uses and then open them in firewall. My Linksys models were unable to do this. Ability to put one server in DNZ make it usable with Asterisk and other VOIP PBXes.

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Belkin F5D7230V4 802.11g Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router - This device is a must if you have multiple computers and a hi-speed Cable or DSL Internet connection. With a built-in 4-Port Ethernet switch and support for 802.11g technology, you can share files, peripherals, or the Internet - with or without wires!DMZ Hosting Configures easily with any web browser or Easy Install Wizard 64- and 128-bit WEP data encryption Stackable enclosure and vertical stand (included) helps reduce the desktop footprint Includes -power supply, manual, quick install guide, RJ45 networking cable, & software CD

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