TRENDnet 300Mbps Wireless-N Travel Router Kit TEW-654TR (Black)
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Manufacturer: TRENDnetAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: TEW-654TR
Product features:
- Travel with 300Mbps wireless n speed and coverage in your pocket
- Share a single Internet connection with multiple users
- Compact travel case and accessories included
- One-touch Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
- Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications.
- Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions.
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Customer Review: Qualified Success with iPhone/iPad at Club Med
Summary: 5 Stars
Top Line: I am really impressed with this WiFi travel router. Feature-packed, easy-to-use, all at a good value. However, device configuration HTML pages do not work in iPhone/iPad Safari browser - configure the router before you go.
The details:
I found out 3 days before departing to a Mexico Club Med that Wifi was limited to the main patio/pool area, and only wired internet was available in the rooms. Quick research told me there was no device (short of a laptop) to hard-wire connect my iPhone and iPad to the Club's internet, so a travel WiFi hotspot was the way to go. I chose the TRENDnet Travel router based on the reviews, size, kit components and price, and it did not disappoint.
I received it the day before we left, and was a bit confused by the many possible modes of operation mentioned briefly in the quick-setup guide. I decided to just plug it into my home network and see if my iPhone could access the internet right out of the box. Sure enough, with no configuration of the TRENDnet at all, my iPhone connected quickly and accessed web pages without a problem.
At Club Med, I plugged the TRENDnet into the hotel room's internet connector. After a few moments of powering up, I turned on my iPhone, made a WiFi connection to the TRENDnet router, and after a few seconds, was prompted with a Club Med web page to enter my passcode (Club Med charges about $10/day for internet access and requires a login procedure.) I logged in and was immediately e-mailing photos back home and making Skype calls.
Why Qualified Success? The TRENDnet router's configuration HTML pages can be accessed using a browser, but it only partially loaded on the iPhone/iPad's Safari browser, and I couldn't get past the device's login page. For most users this is not a problem. My recommendation, though: Before you travel, hook the TRENDnet up to your home network, login into the device's configuration page (needs to use a wireless connection from a computer), and change the default password so that someone in a neighboring hotel room doesn't hack your router. Just run through the Wizard to quickly set this up.
For further security, I suggest configuring a password for the router, to keep others from using it without permission. In the configuration menu, go to Setup -> Wireless and look for "Wireless Security Mode". I use "Enable WPA2 Wireless Security" and selected an appropriate password. (At this point, the device resets, and you will need to reconfigure your computer's WiFi connection to the TrendNet with this password to connect again.) The user manual on the provided disk should give detailed instructions. When you connect with your iPhone or iPad, it will prompt you for this passcode (just the first time - it remembers) and then connect when you enter it. Again, play with this at home before your trip, so there are no surprises.
Bottom line: This device worked well, packed easily, setup simply and was priced well. I highly recommend it!
Description of TRENDnet 300Mbps Wireless-N Travel Router Kit TEW-654TR (Black)
TRENDnet TEW-654TR (Version v1.0R) 300Mbps Wireless N Travel Router KitThe TRENDnet 300Mbps Wireless-N Travel Router Kit features a compact router that is ideal for travel. The kit gives you everything you need to plug in and enjoy the benefits of reliable 300 Mbps wireless Internet coverage on the go. This kit includes a convenient travel case and an energy-efficient adapter cord.
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 Compact TEW-654TR router ideal for travel. View larger. |
 Compact travel case and accessories are included. View larger. |
The 300Mbps Wireless-N Travel Router Kit includes a high-performance router that is designed to accompany you when you travel. Enjoy the freedom of wireless connectivity while on the go and share a single Internet connection with multiple users. This compact kit is ideal for those who travel for business. It fits neatly into your luggage and contains everything needed to quickly create a 300 Mbps wireless network.
Includes Carrying Case and Accessories
The included carrying case is designed to hold the ultra-compact router, a slim Ethernet cable, an electrical adapter, and an alternate USB cable that powers the router from a computer. Advanced wireless encryption secures your network.
Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology maximizes wireless coverage, while the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) quickly connects client adapters. Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications, so actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials, and other conditions.
Adapter is Energy-Star Qualified
The kit's energy-efficient adapter qualifies for Energy Star status. Products that earn the Energy Star prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. They help save money while making a difference.
What's in the Box
Wireless-N Travel Router; CD-ROM (User's Guide); multi-language quick installation guide; carrying case; USB cable (0.45m/2.5ft.); cat. 5 Ethernet cable (1.1m/3.6ft.); power adapter (5V, 1.2A).
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