Cisco-Linksys WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router
by CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
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Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISEAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD-ROM
Model: WRT320N
Product features:
- High-performance dual-band wireless-N router for connecting wired and wireless devices
- Wireless-N technology for blazing-fast performance, great range, and reduced dead spots
- Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting wired devices, such as computers, printers, and more
- 128-Bit wireless encryption and SPI firewall for air-tight security
- Measures 7.95 x 1.34 x 6.3 inches and weighs 10.58 ounces;
- Microsoft Office Home and Business 2010 (Disc Version)
- Adobe Photoshop Elements 9 (Win/Mac) [OLD VERSION]
- Microsoft Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade [Home Premium to Professional]
- Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard [OLD VERSION]
- AmazonBasics RJ45 Cat5e Ethernet Patch Cable (14 Feet/4.2 Meters)
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Customer Review: Flawless performance, ho-hum router interface
Summary: 4 Stars
QUICK SUMMARY: In my home, this Linksys WRT320N router is working perfectly with both wired and wireless devices. My only complaint so far is with the router's user interface and logging features. The Gigabit Ethernet is terrific (if you've got Gigabit-enabled devices attached), and the wireless signal is very good throughout my home. Recommended!
Background: I've searched for an upgrade to my g-network, Microsoft MN-700 router for several months. I wanted only three things in a router: N-network speed, Gigabit Ethernet, at a cost of a hundred bucks or so. My first forray into the N-network world was the D-Link Wireless N Gigabit Router DIR-655. The router's interface on the DIR-655 was deplorable, but even worse was the firmware issues and some incompatibility with my network-attached storage drive, the Iomega StorCenter Pro ix4-200d 2 TB (4 x 500 GB) Network Attached Storage Server 34546, where the download speed coming from the NAS drive was barely a dribble (further testing showed it wasn't a problem with the NAS, but something with the DIR-655 itself). So this Linksys is my 2nd N-network, gigabit router. It's attached to a desktop computer, an Acer Aspire AH340-UA230N Home Server, and the two NAS devices. I also connect wirelessly from three different laptops.
Out-of-box experience: Pretty good. I used the installation CD even though I know how to configure a router through the router's IP address. The software unexpectedly loads NetMagic, a utility to help manage your network. If it were completely free, that'd be okay, but instead they give you a 7-day trial of the "Pro" version, after which it will automatically downgrade its feature set to the "Basic" version (unless you pony up $30 to keep the "Pro" version). To be honest, I don't think most people will care for this bloatware. I wound up rebuilding the desktop computer on which I installed NetMagic (for other reasons unrelated to this router), so I'm not even using NetMagic Basic. What I saw of NetMagic would only be interesting if you like testing your Internet speed and looking at a picture of all the devices attached to your router. Woo-wee.
More importantly, the router configuration went without a hitch, and was up-and-running very quickly, assigning IP addresses to my wired devices, and offering a secured connection to my wireless laptops.
CONFIGURATION: The default IP for the router is 192.168.1.1. You can optionally skip the CD install and just enter that IP into your browser to start manually configuring if you're experienced with router setups.
One thing I didn't like was that when I manually entered some port forwards for my home server, the router software doesn't show the name of the computer associated with the IP address. You have to know what IP goes with which computer. That's not as nice as the D-Link router, which showed both the IP address and the user-friendly computer name of each attached device. It's not a big deal to run ipconfig to get the IP info, just not necessary with better router software.
USABILITY: Gigabit ethernet between devices works like a charm! I can move gigabyte files in very short order through this router. Of course, it still works with 10/100 Ethernet, too.
The wireless range is very good! Using my existing, g-network laptops, I get no worse than 3 bars (out of 5) anywhere in my 3-bedroom, 2000 sq ft home. Mostly, it's 4- or 5-bars on each of my three laptops. Very happy with this aspect, as my old router struggled to stream Netflix movies to the TV using my laptops. I don't have any n-network devices to test with yet, but as I understand from others, you'll only obtain that ultra-fast, n-network speed when you're physically very close to the router.
I'm not experiencing any problems that would cause me to reboot the router. In fact, I've not done that even once since I installed it (one week ago). Seems very stable.
MY ONE BIG GRIPE: Aside from the fact that the router user interface is ugly (can't ANY router maker create great router software, too?) is that the router's log file is horrible! Let me preface this by saying that I've had intermittent, yet persistent, DSL connection issues for months now. The only way I can tell when the DSL drops in a day is by looking at the router's log file. On the Linksys WRT320N, however, the log file doesn't show you when the DSL signal drops, and when it has to reestablish a connection automatically. For most people, that is probably not a big deal (logging, in fact, is turned off by default) -- but it IS a big deal to me. It also seems to keep only a hundred or so lines of logging information. If I want to continue to diagnose my DSL issues with AT&T, I'll have to switch back to using my old Microsoft router.
CONCLUSION: Routers are one of those things that it either works great in your home network (and you take it for granted it's even there), or it doesn't. With Amazon's generous returns policy, I can recommend that you try this Linksys router in your own home, to see if it works as well for you as it does for me.
Description of Cisco-Linksys WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router
The sleek Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router works in two different radio bands, letting you choose the one with the least interference in your area. Either one delivers great Wireless-N performance for smooth streaming video, high frame-rate gaming, and fast data transfers all with great range and reduced dead spots. The 4 built-in Gigabit ports provide connections to your wired devices that are ten times as fast as standard Fast Ethernet ports.Get ready for the power of Wireless-N technology with the Linksys by Cisco WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router that provides ultra-fast transfer speeds, air-tight security features, greater coverage, and support for wireless and wired devices. Dual Wireless-N radio bands ensure less interference from other wireless networks, and four integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports provides support for a variety of wired devices at blazing-fast speeds ideal for streaming videos, gaming, and ultra-quick file transfers.
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Wireless-N is the latest technology built for faster transfer speeds with less interference and greater range. The WRT320N features dual Wireless-N radio bands for a crystal-clear signal with less static and interference from other wireless networks in the area. Plus it's versatile ? the WRT320N Router will work great with any of your existing Wireless-G, B, or A devices, so you don't have to go out and purchase all new equipment.
The power of Wireless-N makes it an ideal choice for heavy gaming, streaming video, and large file transfers. With the WRT320N, you get Multiple in, Multiple Out MIMO technology, which utilizes signal reflections that work to boost range and reduce dead spots. This means greater coverage, less interference, and reduced dropped signals.
Four Gigabit-Enabled Ports for Wired Devices
The WRT320 Dual-Band Wireless-N Router enables you to not only have an ultra-fast wireless network, but also to connect all of your Gigabit-enabled wired devices - such as storage drives, computers, and printers ? at the same blazing-fast speeds as your wireless devices. All four of the Gigabit ports support auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X), so there's no need to purchase crossover cables. The versatile WRT320N is the only router you'll ever need for your home network.
Air-Tight Security Features
The WRT320N protects your wireless network from security breaches and malicious attacks from hackers with its two powerful, built-in security features. This router features both 128-Bit encryption and SPI Firewall for air-tight security that will keep your network safe and secure from Internet attacks.
Minimum System Requirements
Internet Explorer 6.0, Safari 3.0, or Firefox 1.0; CD-ROM drive; Windows XP, Vista or Vista 64-bit edition; Wired or Wireless Network Adapter
Compatible with Windows and Macintosh, the Linksys WRT320N Wireless-N Router measures 7.95 x 1.34 x 6.3 inches and weighs 10.58 ounces. It is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router, setup CD-ROM, User Guide CD-ROM, Quick Install, Ethernet network cable, and power adapter.
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