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ROGERWILCO357 · 11 April 2013, 02:41 PM

which wireless router do you use just brand name ? and how often do you replace them seems mine last like 4 -5 years and slow down inconsistent then finally stop working currently using the Cisco brand..have to get another one tomorrow kids are going thru computer withdrawal lol had to take out the cord to plug their laptops in from modem to finish their home work sign of the times i guess..

skprd13 · 11 April 2013, 03:30 PM

Linksys 3000 easy to set up just did it 20 minutes ago up and running. Seems to be working fine for me.
Aloha from Kauai.
Tom

LuckyLex · 11 April 2013, 03:32 PM

ASUS makes great routers.

Andad · 11 April 2013, 06:06 PM

I have a Belkin at home - they have a lifetime guarantee.

Blue Owl · 11 April 2013, 06:16 PM

I've been using D-Link for almost 4 years. So far so good.

Kingair · 11 April 2013, 06:44 PM

Apple Airport Extreme

HAGOne

BarkMaster · 11 April 2013, 09:47 PM

Regardless of the brand, I'd recommend getting a dual-band wireless / gigabit wired whether you have dual band or gigabit devices now or not. Be sure to download an app that shows you what channels and how strong surrounding wireless systems are. Pick an unused channel. Locate the router as centrally to your desired coverage area as possible and use a heat map app to insure you have proper coverage.

To answer your question, I use Netgear... but that is not as important as the above information.

77T · 11 April 2013, 10:42 PM

The thing about your routers bogging and eventually dying is worth figuring out.

We run Linksys Gigabit and they only "break" when buffers overflow due to hack attempts. A quick reset is all they usually need.

But replacing every 4-5 years for any new features and better speeds can be worth it.

Rodentman · 11 April 2013, 11:24 PM

I think Black and Decker makes one, and Bosch does as well.

Chiclet · 12 April 2013, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuckyLex

ASUS makes great routers.

Agreed. Been using an ASUS RT-AC66U for several months now. Excellent range and speed link, easy setup. It's a bit spendy, though.

LA_LEC · 12 April 2013, 05:13 AM

Belkin make fine routers. I have one for my entire system and stream multiple instances of Netflix to TV and tablets all while other computers are online downloading files and surfing the web.

Honestly, routers have become so standard in homes now that as long as you avoid the cheapest bargain brand/model, you should have no problems with any of them really.

pdoukas · 12 April 2013, 05:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarkMaster

Regardless of the brand, I'd recommend getting a dual-band wireless / gigabit wired whether you have dual band or gigabit devices now or not. Be sure to download an app that shows you what channels and how strong surrounding wireless systems are. Pick an unused channel. Locate the router as centrally to your desired coverage area as possible and use a heat map app to insure you have proper coverage.

To answer your question, I use Netgear... but that is not as important as the above information.

This is excellent advice

Sent from my mobile device. Please excuse spelling, punctuation, and brevity.

ROGERWILCO357 · 12 April 2013, 07:26 AM

thanks guys my son brought home a new ASUS with like 4 antennas on it 5G something it works lol …hope it last.

SLRdude · 12 April 2013, 07:35 AM

Apple Airport is what I have been using for ten years now.

After about 6 or 7 years, I got bored with the first one and got an Extreme. Still running strong!

Rodentman · 12 April 2013, 07:35 AM

Oh, I see now. I thought the query was about cordless routers.

T. Ferguson · 12 April 2013, 08:00 AM

I seem to get 3-4 years out of a router before it conks out. So I'm not so concerned about how many years it will last as I am about that it works everytime and not require frequent re-booting. I had a linksys that needed to be re-booted a couple times a month. My last router was a Belkin which only needed to be re-upped once in a great while. I recently got an ASUS and so far so good. It is a little faster but was a bit pricier at about $130. No issue with either signal strength or coverage anywhere in the house.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 12 April 2013, 08:53 AM

I have found Belkin to be the easiest to install and set up.

crew · 12 April 2013, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodentman

I think Black and Decker makes one, and Bosch does as well.

Very good. Lol.

benlee · 12 April 2013, 09:54 AM

I use Belkin. So far they have proven to be quite reliable.

Alcan · 12 April 2013, 09:58 AM

I just converted to wireless, but I still keep my ethernet cable handy just in case. Here are some views of my neighborhood's recent internet upgrades.

skprd13 · 12 April 2013, 04:03 PM

Dam where do you live Alcan! Glad I live on Kauai. Do you ever have a problem with signals jumping across the conduits? Hahahahahahaha!
Aloha.
Tom

Psmith · 12 April 2013, 07:51 PM

Belkin for years, no worries

NoobSubmarinerOwner · 12 April 2013, 10:43 PM

Try updating the firmware. I used the heck out of a linksys wrtg54. I had to upgrade for wireless n. linksys e1200. Easy to setup with disk or manually at the setup page.

james1787 · 13 April 2013, 04:07 AM

I use all Cisco here - switch, access point, router...

FLY-DOG · 13 April 2013, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodentman

I think Black and Decker makes one, and Bosch does as well.

Now that's funny....good to have a sense of humor.

Rodentman · 13 April 2013, 04:22 AM

Alcan's photos are the lines going to the call centers in Bangalore.

Alcan · 13 April 2013, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodentman

Alcan's photos are the lines going to the call centers in Bangalore.

Busted!

11 April 2013, 02:41 PM	#1
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11 April 2013, 09:47 PM	#7
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	Regardless of the brand, I'd recommend getting a dual-band wireless / gigabit wired whether you have dual band or gigabit devices now or not. Be sure to download an app that shows you what channels and how strong surrounding wireless systems are. Pick an unused channel. Locate the router as centrally to your desired coverage area as possible and use a heat map app to insure you have proper coverage. To answer your question, I use Netgear... but that is not as important as the above information. __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

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77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,017	The thing about your routers bogging and eventually dying is worth figuring out. We run Linksys Gigabit and they only "break" when buffers overflow due to hack attempts. A quick reset is all they usually need. But replacing every 4-5 years for any new features and better speeds can be worth it. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

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LA_LEC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,793	Belkin make fine routers. I have one for my entire system and stream multiple instances of Netflix to TV and tablets all while other computers are online downloading files and surfing the web. Honestly, routers have become so standard in homes now that as long as you avoid the cheapest bargain brand/model, you should have no problems with any of them really. __________________ 16610 ♛ 16610LV ♛ 214270 MK2 "Life is far too short not to wear a Rolex!"

11 April 2013, 03:30 PM	#2
skprd13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Kauai Watch: 1675-1680-16750 Posts: 3,346	Linksys 3000 easy to set up just did it 20 minutes ago up and running. Seems to be working fine for me. Aloha from Kauai. Tom

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LuckyLex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: US Posts: 54	ASUS makes great routers.

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Blue Owl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Leo Location: Planet Earth Watch: 16610LV 116610LV Posts: 989	I've been using D-Link for almost 4 years. So far so good.

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11 April 2013, 11:24 PM	#9
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	I think Black and Decker makes one, and Bosch does as well.

12 April 2013, 07:26 AM	#13
ROGERWILCO357 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Michigan Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 580	thanks guys my son brought home a new ASUS with like 4 antennas on it 5G something it works lol …hope it last.

12 April 2013, 07:35 AM	#14
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	Apple Airport is what I have been using for ten years now. After about 6 or 7 years, I got bored with the first one and got an Extreme. Still running strong! __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

12 April 2013, 08:00 AM	#16
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	I seem to get 3-4 years out of a router before it conks out. So I'm not so concerned about how many years it will last as I am about that it works everytime and not require frequent re-booting. I had a linksys that needed to be re-booted a couple times a month. My last router was a Belkin which only needed to be re-upped once in a great while. I recently got an ASUS and so far so good. It is a little faster but was a bit pricier at about $130. No issue with either signal strength or coverage anywhere in the house. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

12 April 2013, 08:53 AM	#17
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benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	I use Belkin. So far they have proven to be quite reliable.

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skprd13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Kauai Watch: 1675-1680-16750 Posts: 3,346	Dam where do you live Alcan! Glad I live on Kauai. Do you ever have a problem with signals jumping across the conduits? Hahahahahahaha! Aloha. Tom

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Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Belkin for years, no worries __________________

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james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	I use all Cisco here - switch, access point, router...

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Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	Alcan's photos are the lines going to the call centers in Bangalore.

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