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Looking for New Router Advice

April 7, 2009 5:37:39 PM from Demigod ForumsDemigod Forums

I'm thinking about getting a new wireless router, because apparently my year-old WRT100 is dropping sockets when playing Demigod.  To be clear, the devs are recommending a router less than two years old.

The router will be hooked into my PC, but needs to have good wireless range for 360, laptops, etc..

Budget: $100 or less

Any thoughts?

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Reply #1 April 7, 2009 5:46:55 PM
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I just hooked up a new WRT45GL and its been working flawlessly so far.

I was reccomended it because its sort of the "going standard". There are tons of worse routers and a few better ones. But as far as price goes it sits in the sweet spot.

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Reply #2 April 7, 2009 5:53:00 PM
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dont pick d-link or belkin... had problem with those brands.. netgear works fine for me

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Reply #3 April 7, 2009 6:12:53 PM
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Na, I personally would recommend a linksys, they are much more duable, my oldest one which is still working is more than like 3 - 4 years old, it still works cause of the wireless B and G, but I would recommend you get either wireless N or G, and I personllay don't know that much about the other brands.

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Reply #4 April 7, 2009 8:34:08 PM
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Linksys and Cisco has some alternatives, such as the Linksys WRT160N, WRT54GL or the Cisco WRV200.
If you don't want to fiddle around with a Linksys (Cisco's home user brand btw - their routers often runs Linux, meaning great potential but a lot of user configuration to do), I'd pick a 3Com 3CRWER300 or a Netgear WNDR3300/WNDR3500 - they're just within or a small amount above the stated budget, and they should meet your needs more than well.

The Linksys/Cisco ones are usually great too, although some computer (esp. Linux and general networking) is required to get the most out of them.

OR; You could blow the budget and get a D-Link DIR-855, which has a throughput that as good as owns any similar product, in pretty much any price range. That's what I would go for if I didn't have a custom Cisco setup

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Reply #5 April 7, 2009 9:25:36 PM
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Linksys hasn't been very reliable for me unfortunately (replaced mine and my folks, 2 routers just quit working).  I switched over to DLink networking equipment and haven't had any problems at all.  Using a Wireless N is the way to go. Fast and great coverage as well.  

I went the cheaper route and went with a Wireless N router, and attached it to a gigabit switch for my desktop and NAS. (about a year and a half ago)

 

 

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Reply #6 April 8, 2009 12:37:22 AM
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I use a Buffalo WHR-HP-G54 flashed with DD-WRT and I'd have to say its the best router I've ever had. Right now on Newegg you can pick one up for $65, and I think it's worth it, especially if you feel comfortable with flashing DD-WRT onto it. Even without DD-WRT its a great router and I have not yet have had a single problem with it.

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Reply #7 April 8, 2009 1:03:21 AM
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Quoting Mooster,
reply 3
I would recommend you get either wireless N or G

99% of home user have no need for N and will NEVER utilize the bandwidth available.

G is fine for home use.

I have had no problems with Linksys WRT54GL (wireless G). running one at my house and installed one for my sister.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Reply #8 April 8, 2009 1:15:41 AM
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Quoting Tamren,
reply 1
I just hooked up a new WRT45GL and its been working flawlessly so far.

I was reccomended it because its sort of the "going standard". There are tons of worse routers and a few better ones. But as far as price goes it sits in the sweet spot.

I second this. Also I use the Tomato firmware, which has a few more features.

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Reply #9 April 8, 2009 1:19:21 AM
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I was just about to say linksys with either DD-WRT or Tomato firmware.  you may want to look at the respective firmware providers to see which models are most compatible.    Thats your best when on a budget.

D-link is good if you're buying a high-end router.   Like a good D-link is VERY good.... a cheap D-link is very cheap.   being that your budget is 100, I'd suggest clearing away from D-link unless you plan to spend almost all of that 100.

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Reply #10 April 8, 2009 2:20:35 AM
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I use an el-cheapo netgear DG834G which works flawlessly and is well within your budget

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Reply #11 April 8, 2009 2:22:51 AM
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Yeah never skimp on hardware quality, you really do get what you pay for. Buy stuff on sale for cheap, but never buy cheap stuff.

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Reply #12 April 8, 2009 8:05:00 AM
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Netgear Rangemax, unless you're in the same room in which case a linksys works fine (I have both)

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Reply #13 April 8, 2009 8:19:38 AM
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I use a Buffalo WHR-HP-G54 flashed with DD-WRT and I'd have to say its the best router I've ever had. Right now on Newegg you can pick one up for $65, and I think it's worth it, especially if you feel comfortable with flashing DD-WRT onto it. Even without DD-WRT its a great router and I have not yet have had a single problem with it.

Excellent suggestion!!

I use Buffalo Air Station at home.

Linksys WRT54G refurbished bought for $30.00 reflashed with DD-WRT awsome firmware.This setup is actually outside on a pole so it hits the shop and office the other day I connected from the store near my shop close to a 1/4 mi. no kidding!

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Reply #14 April 8, 2009 1:54:49 PM
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Thanks for the quick advice, guys. 

Right now I'm looking at the Buffalo WHR-HP-G54 which is on Newegg for $65

But I'm seeing this TRENDnet TEW-631BRP for $10 cheaper and it's N protocol.  It probably won't work with Tomato however.  

Thoughts on going with the newer, cheaper tech even with native firmware?  Thoughts on TRENDnet?

Thanks

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Reply #15 April 8, 2009 2:02:45 PM
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Quoting Ke5trel,
reply 14
Thanks for the quick advice, guys. 

Right now I'm looking at the Buffalo WHR-HP-G54 which is on Newegg for $65

But I'm seeing this TRENDnet TEW-631BRP for $10 cheaper and it's N protocol.  It probably won't work with Tomato however.  

Thoughts on going with the newer, cheaper tech even with native firmware?  Thoughts on TRENDnet?

Thanks

Definitely go with Newegg...best pricing and reliability/dependability around...whatever you choose, good luck!

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Reply #16 April 9, 2009 1:53:38 AM
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I'm all about D-Link personally.  The Linksys routers I've used work great and have good technology, but they tend to flake out after a few years.

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Reply #17 April 9, 2009 4:55:42 PM
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Remember all the D-link problems in the beta I would avoid those.

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