7/02/2011

TRENDnet 300 Mbps Wireless N 4-Port Media Bridge TEW-640MB (Piano Black) Review

TRENDnet 300 Mbps Wireless N 4-Port Media Bridge TEW-640MB (Piano Black)
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I was looking for a bridge that didn't require much thinking to set up and had multiple ports. This products fits the criteria very well.
The box comes with the Wireless Bridge, 2ft ethernet cable, ac adapter, CD (not sure what's on this, didn't use it), and an instruction manual.
The instructions were easy to follow, maybe 10 steps. As long as you know your wireless security type and password the setup is as easy as 1,2,3. Probably took all of 5 minutes to get everything setup and my components connected to the internet.
The idea with this product is that if you have more than one device that is internet capable (Xbox, PS3, Blu-Ray player, DVR, TV, etc), but don't have integrated wireless, that you can connect them all using a single hub.
So far it has performed well. I haven't experienced any problems.
Update:
I've had this product for roughly two months now and I've only had one problem. At some point, the bridge stopped connecting to my wireless router. I reset the bridge to the default settings (there's a reset button on the bottom) and went through the setup process again. I haven't had encountered any problems since.

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The 300Mbps Wireless N 4-Port Media Bridge, model TEW-640MB, connects network enabled Blu-ray players, Televisions, Digital Video Recorders (DVR), receivers, and gaming consoles to the Internet.The optimum wireless experience is provided by WMM Quality of Service (QoS) technology that prioritizes video and audio content.Setup is simple, with no drivers to install. Simply press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the TEW-640MB and on your router to automatically connect. The latest in wireless encryption protects your digital network. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology reduces wireless dead spots. Power Save mode conserves electricity when idle. Connect up to four of your favorite media center devices to the Internet wirelessly at blazing fast 300Mbps wireless n speeds.

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iBoss Home Web Filtering Wireless N Router Review

iBoss Home Web Filtering Wireless N Router
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I started looking for a solution to protect my kids from reaching the 'wrong' sites by accident. They are young and I found out early when they mistyped a website when I turned around. Before I knew it, I was trying to explain what the was on their computer. That opened my eyes that I need to have some protection. I was using a dlink secure spot a while back but it was TERRIBLE.It required to install software and other issues. I am a software guy so I know my stuff. I wanted to avoid software parental controls due to compatibility issues of Mac linux windows.
I found the iBoss EXTREMELY easy to use. The level of control detail is tremendous!! I can set when they can get on the internet (make sure its not before I can monitor) and how long they can be on it. I also can create policies for my toddler and younger son as well as adults so its flexible. There is nothing to install and anyone can use this. the previous posted I feel was unrealistic. Not many of us have 19 machines. This handles all my appliance including my sons XBOX and PS3 which was AMAZING! No more surfing on these gaming machines. also, I found it does have all the advanced features of a stanard router its just under the advanced area. At the end of the day, 99% of parents would use all the features as layed out. Its one of those set and forget product and why its so great. Especally when you can do that and it actually functions.
Five Stars. If you have kids, dont want to fiddle with software, buy iboss!

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The iBoss combines the best in Internet Parental Controls with a powerful built-in Wireless Firewall Router to bring you the ultimate in home network protection for your family. The iBoss allows you to share your Internet connection safely at home with all of your wired and wireless computers while providing powerful Internet filtering technology that puts you in control of your Children's activities on the Internet.
Flexible parental controls allow you to easily restrict access to specific categories of Internet destinations and manage your Children's time spent using online programs (online chat and messenger programs, file sharing, gaming and more). Different filtering rules can be setup for different computers. The iBoss generates detailed reports on Internet activity which can be viewed and automatically e-mailed.
Unlike software solutions, one device guards an entire network and makes tampering difficult. Works with Mac, Windows, Linux, gaming devices and iPod Touch. Little computer experience is needed!Annual Filtering Subscription: $59.95 per Year.Cancel anytime.

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7/01/2011

Windy31 USB-Type Portable Wireless Gateway to Combine Wireless Lan card, Wireless AP and Wireless Router (Black) (Retail Packaged) Review

Windy31 USB-Type Portable Wireless Gateway to Combine Wireless Lan card, Wireless AP and Wireless Router (Black) (Retail Packaged)
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I like to get out of my office and work out on the counter with my own personal laptop. Our IT guys were miffed that I had installed a traditional wireless router to allow me to do this because, with only one NIC card, it put the desktop as well as the laptop behind a NAT address - and so IT couldn't "see" the company desktop. Now, instead, I use the Windy31. Since it just looks like one of those big, old, first generation, USB drives, no one knows it is a router, and the company desktop can be seen by IT (so they're happy). But, I can get a very good wireless connection through the Windy31 at 50ft. or so from my office. When I go home, I just unplug the big, old "USB drive". I very pleased with this product.

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The World's First USB type Wireless Broadband Router which combines with Wireless Access Point(AP) and Wireless LAN adaptor all in one..Because of its small size users can virtually carry it wherever they go whenever they wish to use which can conveniently be plugged into PC PDA and Laptop's USB port. System Requirements:Processor: Intel Pentium IX or aboveRAM: 512MB RAM aboveUSB 1.1 or USB 2.0HDD: 30MB or higher recommendedInternet Explorer 6.0 or aboveOperating System: Windows XP/VISTAFormat: ACCESSORY Genre:ACCESSORIES/COMPUTER UPC:884334000017 Manufacturer No:MW-P54SS

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1000mW 1W 802.11g/n High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter - Dongle With Original Alfa 5dBi and 9dBi Rubber Antenna *Strongest on the Market* Review

1000mW 1W 802.11g/n High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter - Dongle With Original Alfa 5dBi and 9dBi Rubber Antenna *Strongest on the Market*
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I'm using this dongle/antenna to connect my media server on the ground floor of my house to a wireless router, which is on the second floor and in the opposite corner of the house. I've used several laptops in this room with many different wireless adapters, as well as a previous media server with built-in wifi card, and all generally get about 2-3 bars (out of 5) of signal in this location.
When I use this product in the same room, and even with one of the same laptops, I get 5 bars of signal, and the utility app says the connection ranges from 98-100% quality! I've streamed all kinds of video content with this new dongle, including HD, and it is amazing how well it works, comparable to plugging directly into the router via ethernet. It also pulls in routers from all the neighbors' houses, which were previously invisible, so I guess we could have free broadband if we really wanted it. The reception is way better than I dared hope for, and I'd buy this product again in a second if I needed another wifi connection for some reason.
In addition, I was surprised at how easily I was able to install the driver, even on Vista. . . when was the last time that happened? I hadn't heard of this company, and I was hesitant to buy from some small company because I've experienced compatibility problems before with obscure drivers working with XP, Vista, even Mac OS. Not this time, I was up and running in a couple of minutes.
One note of caution: the high gain antenna is very long (about a foot) and about a half-inch thick, so it would be cumbersome if you're using it with a laptop or expect it to be portable or unobtrusive. This is not an issue for me, and I guess the size is what makes it so powerful, so it's not a problem with the product, just something to consider in advance.
*** UPDATE 7/15/10 ***
I had some trouble getting this to work when I installed it with a new Windows 7 machine. The driver disk that came with it only goes up to Vista, so I had to download a current version from the Alfa Network site ([...].). Once I installed the new driver, it worked as well as reviewed above. The tricky part was that Win7 recognized the device and the wireless network icon in the taskbar, networking control panel, etc. all said that it was working, even though it actually wasn't. Wish I hadn't been fooled by that, so I'm posting the above link to make it easier for the next guy (or gal).

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This is an 802.11n wireless USB adapter with a maximum output power of 1 watt (that's 1000 mW). This is a single band (2.4 GHz) 1T1R 802.11n adapter with maximum transfer speeds of 150 megabits per second (mbps). This is for one brand new (in retail box) AWUS036NEH wireless adapter with 5 dBi gain antenna. Also included in the retail box is the installation software on CD.The AWUS036NEH hooks up to any computer that has a USB port and one of the compatible operating systems listed above. It allows you to get a long ranges and 802.11n connectivity. It is perfect for netbooks, laptops, and desktops. It features an external RP-SMA connector which is a must have for RVers or boaters that need a high powered USB Wi-Fi receiver to connect to a high gain outdoor antenna they already own or plan to buy. Compatible with IEEE 802.11n, 802.11b/g/n wireless standards 2.4GHz frequency band, MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) Complies with Universal Serial Bus Rev. 2.0 specifications High speed transfer TX data rate up to 150 Mbps, Supports WPS by S/W, Supports wireless data encryption with 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES, Wide Range coverage, Compliant with FCC Part 15.247 for US, ETS 300 328 for Europe, Works with Windows 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Windows 7 32/64.Important Driver Installation:If you get an error while Installing the Drivers press OK, then Exit. Then do the following:Right-click on your CD Drive and select ExploreFor Windows, double-Click on the application file in this folder (the file name atarts with IS_AP_STA_RT2870) then follow the installation instructions. For Mac and Linux open their folder and then run the application.Or you can got to the manufactures website, then click on Support and on the left side click on "Divers" and download.

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Belkin F5D8013 N Wireless Notebook Card Review

Belkin F5D8013 N Wireless Notebook Card
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I purchased this card along with the Belkin Wireless N Router. The installation and setup were easy, and the documentation is crystal clear. The card and router are operating very well. I am getting speeds of 72 Mbps at close range, and 55 Mbps at the other end of the house. The software that comes with the card and router makes it easy to understand and monitor your network. Highly recommended.

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Based on the 802.11n draft, N Wireless enables multiple receivers and transmitters to send and receive data using Intelligent MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) spatial multiplexing techniques which greatly increases speed, coverage, and the reliability of the wireless network.

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1000mW 1W 802.11g/n High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter - Dongle Review

1000mW 1W 802.11g/n High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter - Dongle
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The hardware itself works great. However, the installation CD comes with Alfa's own utility, RaUI.exe. Using this utility can cause major problems with your system. Basically, once installed, the utility ties up your system resources. It can use up to 90% of your CPU time constantly. This causes the CPU to overheat and shut your system down (power off) without warning. This can result in lost data in other open applications as well as presenting a serious risk to your CPU overheating and getting fried, which could be an expensive repair.
Also, the CD which comes with it has some serious flaws. You can't exit the installation unless the CD is still in the CD drive you are installing it from. You can't even Ctrl-Alt_Del to access the System Manager and end the task unless the CD is still present.
Furthermore, the Auto-Run function of the installation CD has a fatal error. You can't Auto-Run the CD. It will come up with a Windows error if you try to setup using the screen which is presented from an Auto-Run. You can install the driver ok without problems, but you can't install the utility from the screen which gives you that option. You have to open the CD with explorer and click on the setup to run the setup without getting an error.
If you install the utility on the CD your PC will later crash due to the overheating of the CPU. This problem doesn't appear at first, but only after you restart your computer and the utility RaUI.exe is initiated as part of the start-up. At that point it takes over your system resources and causes the 80%+ overhead on your CPU.
My recommendation is that the hardware itself and it's drivers are very good, but the utility is dangerous. Just install the driver, but NOT the utility. Then use the Windows Wireless Network Wizard to install Windows' own utility. Once the drivers are installed, Window's own built in functions can use the hardware and provide all of it's functionality without the problems inherent in the RaUI.exe utility.
The RaUI.exe utility is more user friendly and easier to setup and use than the Windows' built in wizard, but the serious flaw in how it uses so much of your system resources isn't worth the convenience.
Again, the hardware itself, and it's drivers are very good. But the Alfa utility not only sucks, but poses a serious hazard to your system. Get someone who knows what they are doing to help you and install only the drivers from the provided CD but avoid the utility on the CD and use the Windows Wireless Setup Wizard instead to avoid serious problems which could lead to expensive repairs of your computer.


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This is an 802.11n wireless USB adapter with a maximum output power of 1 watt (that's 1000 mW). This is a single band (2.4 GHz) 1T1R 802.11n adapter with maximum transfer speeds of 150 megabits per second (mbps). This is for one brand new (in retail box) AWUS036NEH wireless adapter with 5 dBi gain antenna. Also included in the retail box is the installation software on CD.The AWUS036NEH hooks up to any computer that has a USB port and one of the compatible operating systems listed above. It allows you to get a long ranges and 802.11n connectivity. It is perfect for netbooks, laptops, and desktops. It features an external RP-SMA connector which is a must have for RVers or boaters that need a high powered USB Wi-Fi receiver to connect to a high gain outdoor antenna they already own or plan to buy.* Compatible with IEEE 802.11n, 802.11b/g/n wireless standards* 2.4GHz frequency band, MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)* Complies with Universal Serial Bus Rev. 2.0 specifications* High speed transfer TX data rate up to 150 Mbps* Supports WPS by S/W* Supports wireless data encryption with 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES* Wide Range coverage* Compliant with FCC Part 15.247 for US, ETS 300 328 for Europe* Works with Windows 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Windows 7 32/64.Important Driver Installation:If you get an error while Installing the Drivers press OK, then Exit. Then do the following:Right-click on your CD Drive and select ExploreFor Windows, double-Click on the application file in this folder (the file name atarts with "IS_AP_STA_RT2870......) then follow the installation instructions. For Mac and Linux open their folder and then run the application.Or you can got to the manufactures website, then click on "Support" and on the left side click on "Divers" and download.

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Nexaira Business Class II 3G/4G High Availability Router Review

Nexaira Business Class II 3G/4G High Availability Router
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Very good router. Just about the only one that currently works with Verizon 4G UML290. Does not drop connections.

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Designed for small and large businesses--but also suitable for technically savvy home users--the Nexaira Business Class II High Availability Router offers reliability and security protocols with both wireline and 3G/4G broadband connections. Compatible with most operating systems and almost any 3G/4G device from major North American wireless carriers, the router offers advanced, enterprise-level features such as Xtreme Speed technology, which optimizes your connections to the Internet and corporate networks. And for network stability, the Auto-Failover with Anti-Flap function enables the router to switch seamlessly to a backup network connection when the primary connection goes down.
3G/4G Connectivity with Virtually Any CarrierThe Business Class II High Availability Router is compatible with a wide variety of 3G and 4G devices from virtually any wireless carrier in North America, including AT&T, Sprint, Rogers, Verizon, Bell, and TELUS.

Using the IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless standard and advanced MIMO technology, the router can support data transmission rates of up to 300 megabits per second, with an approximate indoor range of 35 to 100 meters, and an outdoor range of 100 to 300 meters.

The router features a 10/100 WAN Ethernet port to accommodate DSL, cable, or T1 connections, along with a standard 10/100 LAN port for a wired connection to your computer. Additionally, the router is equipped with a USB port, an ExpressCard slot, and four LED lights that signal when your 3G/4G, LAN, WAN, and Wi-Fi connections are active.

Easy Management System with Graphical User InterfaceThe Business Class II High Availability Router comes equipped with Nexaira's signature wireless broadband data firmware, NexWare, a complete wireless data- and router-management solution. It also features the i3 GUI, which gives you instant access to all of the router's functions using intuitive icons. It also provides helpful interactive tips that are activated by pointing to the appropriate symbols.

NexWare also supports secure remote management and configurations for multiple sites via SSH and CLI, and provides the ability to monitor and manage your router remotely using SNMPv2. Other features include Quality of Service, which ensures that your most important devices and services receive bandwidth priority, and IP sharing via the NAT/NAPT function that supports up to 253 users.

Increased Speed, Access, and RedundancyNexaira's Xtreme Speed Optimization technology is designed to increase the speed of both your mobile broadband and wired connections, and it optimizes your ability to send e-mail messages, use VoIP, run business applications, or simply surf the Web.

IPSec VPN Tunneling enables users to access network applications remotely, as if they were on-site. NexWare Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol delivers business continuity for existing wireline routers and network connections, with 100 percent redundancy and no single point of failure.

Expand Your Wireless NetworkWireless Distribution System functionality enables you to expand your wireless network using multiple access points, without a wired connection. The Auto-Failover with Anti-Flap feature allows the router to switch seamlessly to a backup connection in the event that your primary connection goes down, helping ensure network stability.

Compatibility and Security InformationThe router is compatible with virtually all North American wireless carriers and with PCs that run Microsoft Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, Vista, or 7, as well as Macintosh and Linux-based computers.

The Business Class II can be encrypted using WEP, WPA, or WPA2 (64-bit and 128-bit). It also supports VPN IPsec pass through, VPN IPsec termination, and NAT.

The Business Class II High Availability Router is backed by a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the BoxNexaira Business Class II High Availability Router, setup wizard CD, power adapter, RJ-45 Ethernet cable, and USB extension cable.




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