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Linksys WIRELESS G BROADBAND ROUTER WITH SPEEDBOOSTER (Linksys-WRT54GS)

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  • WIRELESS G BROADBAND ROUTER WITH SPEEDBOOSTER (Linksys-WRT54GS)
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User Reviews for Linksys WIRELESS G BROADBAND ROUTER WITH SPEEDBOOSTER (Linksys-WRT54GS)

  • Reviewed by: n337

    Duration of ownership: 7 Days

    Strengths: -Excellent Signal -Easy Web-based Setup -Works Great

    Weaknesses: -Software Based Setup doesn't work -Antenna's aren't disconnectable

    Overall Evaluation: This router has worked well for me so far. The signal is great, consistant, and has stayed connected even with multiple stand-by's on both wireless and wired networks and being connected all day. The setup worked great, once I closed the software based and opened the web based configuration. The software works untill it tries to connect to the router. Once you setup your router through the web-based setup, the software works great and tells you all of the devices and internet information in one easy to use interface. I was going to put a set of Powered antenna's outside so that I could acess the wireless in my backyard, but the antenna's don't come off. It doesn't matter though, because the router is strong enough that I don't need powered antenna's. The signal reaches with the built-in antenna's. Great Product that I would reccomend to anyone.

  • Reviewed by: Glassman2

    Duration of ownership: 2 Weeks

    Strengths: Great convenience and performance throughout home.

    Weaknesses: Software was useless for setup. Finally reverted back to Windows and installation was a breeze. I have no idea exactly why the accompanying software failed but the instructions were followed to the letter but could not get connected. After restoring the computer back to the original configuration I allowed Windows to handle the chore we were on the net in less than 10 minutes.

    Overall Evaluation: Service so far has been great but the setup using the Linksys software was nothing short of a nightmare. I am no computer geek but have always been successful loading new programs from CDs as they're usually fail safe if you follow the instructions. This was an exception! Maybe Linksys should recommend that purchasers use Windows to install the product and save the expense of including a CD.

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