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wireless speeds of 54 Mbps - up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to surf the Web, download
lets you conveniently share your cable (or ADSL) Internet connection files and printing facilities with all the computers on your home or small office network.
speeds of 54 Mbps  up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to web surf, download large files, video ...
Standard 802.11g*, kompatibel zu 802.11b, Kompatibel mit Windows XP, Bis zu 152-Bit WEP-Verschlüsselung/ DSL/ DHCP, Uplink/ Firewall, NAT, VPN/ 802.11g, 802.11b/
speeds of 54 Mbps up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to web surf, download large files, video c...
wireless speeds of 54 Mbps - up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to surf the Web, download
combining two provenstandards: NAT and SPI. It also delivers the highest level of wireless network security. It creates firmware for specialized applications such as gami...
A review by bpg2504 on NETGEAR WGR614 54 Mbps Wireless Router - wireless router February 18th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Speed
Very fast
Reliability
Excellent
Ease of Installation
Good - quick to install
Ease of use
Easy
Value For Money
Excellent
Advantages:
Works great
Disadvantages:
Beware it has only Ehternet port, there is no USB port
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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Main Features ****************
Device Type Wireless router Dimensions (WxDxH) 17.5 cm x 11.8 cm x 2.8 cm Weight 0.3 kg Data Transfer Rate 54 Mbps Frequency Band 2.4 GHz Routing Protocol Static IP routing Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Network / Transport Protocol TCP/IP, PPTP, L2TP, IPSec, PPPoE Features Firewall protection, DMZ port, DHCP support, NAT support, VPN, auto-negotiation, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), DoS attack prevention, content filtering Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
System Requirements ************************ UNIX, Microsoft Windows 95/98, Apple MacOS, Novell NetWare, Linux, Microsoft Windows NT, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP
Manufacturer Warranty ************************* 3 years warranty
Price ****** I purchased my Netgear Router some 4 months when I was in the US from www.circuitcity.com. At that time the price was something like 79 USD now after all the mail in rebates the price is only 29 USD in the same place. The price in UK for the same product is around 52 to 60 GBP. Almost double, so it makes sense to buy these small things when you are on a Visit to US :).
Installation ************ I thought all I had to do was to plug in my broadband modem cable into this router. First the modem which I was using was having only a USB cable. So when I changed my broadband to Blueyonder, I ensured that I got a modem which has an ethernet cable. So after I got my new motoral modem from blueyonder I plugged in the cable into my router which had one port specifically mentioned for internet. It took some time for me to figure out that the first time I had to connect the ethernet cable also from the router to my laptop and that would fix the configuration for me automatically. I had my WGR511 wireless card also inserted in the provided slot in my laptop.
After the settings, I removed the ethernet cable from the router to the laptop and checked that it was working. The Installation guide and the user guide which comes along with the router is good and has the detailed desription of everything in it.
Range & Speed ****************** The first thing which I did was checking the speed. My broadband speed is only 1mb speed, whereas the capacity of this is 54 mbps, much much more than my broadband speed. So it never made any difference on the speed, whether i am using wireless or connected through wires.
The router is installed in my living room and I took my laptop to my bedroom and was easily getting the signals there also without any difference.
I also experimented with my friend who lives in an apartment two floors above me to try and access internet through my wireless network, for doing this he had to set up the Network name SSID as the same as was maintained in my machine and I had to disable the WEP security. With this he was also able to connect to the internet through my wireless network !!!!!
No of Users ************* A built-in switch lets you add up to four wired computers to your network with Ethernet cables. I am not sure of how many computers can be connected through wireless at least we have tried with two more computers and it has worked without any problems. So if you have two or more computers at home, all of them can be connected and can do their own browsing :) without interruptions.
Some useful links ********************* There are some good tips on configuring and maintaining the connectivity as this URL, http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00008SCFL/104-7040728-0808765?v=glance
The product manual also can be accessed at this URL http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-to-external-url/ref=mt_mo_view_2788/104-7040728-0808765?path=http%3A//media-server.amazon.com/exec/drm/digital/moleproxy.cgi%3Fname%3DTmV0Z2VhciBXR1I2MTQgV2lyZWxlc3MgNTRnIFJvdXRlciBNYW51YWw%3D%26file%3DTUFOVUFMMDAwMDAzMjU4LnBkZg%3D%3D&append-uid=no
Go to wireless router http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WGR614v5.asp for product updates and web support.
Advantages: Affordable and reliable Disadvantages: Difficult to set up
...purchase was the "starter kit" Netgear WGR614 Cable/DSL 54 Mbps Wireless Router, from Argos. I paid £56.99 for it as of early August 2008. Note that I did not buy the router on its own; Argos offered in this starter kit a USB adapter or "dongle" as I shall refer to it from now on. This is essential for setting up a wireless network, as it allows the router to send information from your modem to the computer you are trying to get internet on. Most ... ...so do not need one of these. Desktops however will usually need a dongle.
Argos listed the specifications as follows:
* Starter kit including a wireless 54Mbps cable router and USB adapter.
* Speed 54Mbps.
* Range 100m (speed and range indication will vary due to environmental and other factors).
* Built-in firewall.
* WEP and WPA security built-in.
* 1 external antenna.
* Compatible with 802.11b/g wireless standards.
* 4 Ethernet ports.
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Advantages: easy setup, works great Disadvantages: None
I had recently bought a second laptop for my wife and needed a wireless router badly so that both of us could access internet simultaneously and wirelessly.
So i searched around for a decent reliable router. i came across this one and bought it from amazon for 30 quid.
It supports 802.11b and 802.11g. It has 4 wired ports so that 4 computers can be connected simultaneously. It doesnt have a USB port. Setup : it came with the setup CD and it took ... ...I have a Virgin broadband connection so had to connect this router to the modem supplied by virgin. A ethernet wire is provided with this kit. Had no problems at all with the setup.
The installation needs to be done with the computer wired to the router. Also configured the router settings after logging into the router.
Remember to change the admin password of the router!!! So within half an hour all my setup was done. i had configured the wireless ...
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Advantages: Stable, Good Range, Fast. Disadvantages: None.
I primarily bought this router to connect to cable broadband (virgin media) and to get my Nintendo Wii online, it was very easy to set up, just a case of following the on screen instructions on the CD, it took about 15 minutes in all, i am an average computer user but it was so easy pretty much anyone could get it up and running. There are various security settings to keep your connection secure and the it seems very stable indeed, i have not had ...
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You should buy this!! Review ofNETGEAR WGR614 54 Mbps Wireless Router - wireless routerby
phoenix221984
Advantages: Easy to set up and use Disadvantages: May have speed issues until firmware upgrade
The Netgear WGR614 uses the standard 802.11g and can deliver speeds of up to 54 Mbps. It is a delight to setup using the smart wizard option and very easy to use. You can get it from most electrical or computer retailers. It is compatible with all 802.11g and 802.11b wireless cards and networks
It allows you to set up your own wireless (cable-free) home network so that you can share your cable internet and printing facilities with other computers ... ...The benefit of using a Netgear device is that the help and support provided covers most of the questions and problems you may experience. If you buy an early version of the router you can easily upgrade the firmware to the latest release.
The only problem i have had with this router was that my internet went of and i tried for three days to get it back on, i found out that the firmware needed upgrading on the router. So always make sure you check ...
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Advantages: Easy setup, great customer support, good price Disadvantages: None
...but one short call to Netgear and that was all sorted out. If you don't have laptops with built in wireless capability I would recommend getting the compatible wireless adapters from Netgear, these also are installed very easily. Even though one of our laptops is a Mac, this didn't cause any problems.
Security was also an issue to me, however after talking to Netgear they advised me how to change some of the default router passwords to specific ...
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NETGEAR's Cable/DSL 54 Mbps Wireless Router lets you experience the blazing-fast network wireless speeds of 54 Mbps - up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to web surf, download large files, videoconference, stream high-quality digital movies, MP3 music and photos and play online games. This wireless router also works with 802.11b wireless products so you can use it with your existing 802.11b devices and your new 54 Mbps (802.11g) devices. Auto-sensing chooses the fastest connections possible on your 10/100 Mbps wide area network and four local area network ports. True Firewall (SPI) advanced security provides maximum protection from professional hackers. URL blocking and e-mail alerts provide parents with controls to limit access to inappropriate web sites and monitor children's access. Simple to install, you just follow the cues shown on your PC screen and your router will be up and running in no time. Smart Wizard auto-detects and configures for the best ISP connection, while UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) makes it easy to use your computers, gaming consoles and other client devices - wireless and Ethernet - for gaming, instant messaging, and other applications. High speeds propel media-rich content across your network in no time. You can conveniently share your cable/DSL connection with many users on your network with or without wires. NETGEAR's Cable/DSL 54 Mbps Wireless Router delivers 10/100 Mbps (auto-sensing) WAN and LAN connections and interoperability with 54 Mbps 802.11g) and 11 Mbps (802.11b) devices over a 2.4 GHz band wireless network. A true firewall secures your network against hackers: Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Denial of Service (Dos) attack prevention averts potential threats by scanning incoming traffic and Network Address translation (NAT) shields your networked devices from intruders. Powerful WEP encryption (40/64- or 128-bit) on the wireless LAN conceals your information from eavesdroppers. MAC Address Control prevents unauthorized access to your wireless network. VPN pass-through give secure Internet access to your office or corporate network. Parents are able to limit web access by blocking offensive content and URL addresses, and the router sends real-time email alerts and logs of all network web activity. Comprehensive anti-virus protection ensures safety for your networked computers. Smart Wizard simplifies setup - it automatically detects and configures your router for virtually all ISP connections. Install Assistant, NETGEAR's interactive tutorial, gives you simple prompts to guide you through each step of your installation. Applications that support UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) may be enabled to automatically interact with users over the Internet. Sleek design that comes with a vertical stand saves space.
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