ADSL Modem

Advantages: small, cheap, fast
Disadvantages: gets hot, not as cheap as USB only modems

...So this is the device needed to get the ADSL line working but how well does it work? Appearance = The first thing I noticed about this model is the colour of it. Its silver and this gives it a modern appeal. Its small and rather thin. It is only 2.8cm x 17.5cm x 11.8cm so makes it a compact modem. It is also light and weights in at 600 grams. When the modem is switched on, it has yello LEDs that light up to show if the power is on, USB, ethernet and if the ADSL line is there. System Requirements * ADSL Internet service from BT and your chosen ISP. I use Nildram. * Ethernet (netowrk) or USB connection on your PC * Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Mac * Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 4.7 or better - Tthis is so you can access the configuration menu. Box Contents * DM602...

miss_d_bus 31.01.2004 · Read review
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Review of Netgear DM602 ADSL-Modem

Netgear DG834PN Wireless ADSL Modem Router

Advantages: Facilities, easy set up, lights(!), stability
Disadvantages: Some backwards compatibility issues, lack of web executable filtering

...The Netgear DG834PN is the latest version of the DG834 and combines an ADSL modem with a wireless router and 4 port switch. In plain English, this plugs in your phone socket and allows one or more PCs to share the connection via either a wired or wireless link. The modem part is ADSL2+ ready and should work with even the fastest ISP offerings out there which as at Dec 2006 are around 12mbps in the UK. The setup wizard worked flawlessly and apart from the username and password, worked everything else out for itself and had the DG834PN up and running in a couple of minutes. As with most similar devices, further configuration is done via a web interface. The wireless section supports 802.11b and 802.11g as well as Netgear's own 802.11 Super G variant offering 108Mbps. The unit features 6 internal Antennas which constantly reconfigure...

ilaskey 20.12.2006 · Read review
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Review of NETGEAR DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router - wireless router

NETGEAR 54G MODEM, AN AVERAGE PIECE OF EQUIMPENT

Advantages: STYLISH AND EXTREMELY EASY TO SET UP!
Disadvantages: COMES WITH RUBBISH DOWNLOAD SPEEDS!

...After having purchased four previous netgear routers i am still impressed with the seemless effort in which netgear have made there configurations. I believe after extensive searches this is a very good price for this bit of kit, some may say i am crazy but i have ADSL and DSL in my home and using two different wireless routers have found no problems yet. WGR614 highly recommended for the user of cable broadband and wanting to go wireless or use many pc's on the one connection. GOOD THINGS ABOUT THE PRODUCT: Signal strenth is very good! VERY SMALL! fits in a little chest of draws in my hall nicely LOOKS VERY STYLISH! BAD THINGS ABOUT THE PRODUCT: You get a TERRIBLE download speed with it! WHERE CAN YOU BUY IT FROM? You can buy it from shops like curry's and dixons Or you can buy it on the internet Amazon would be a good place...

jwl89 29.06.2009 · Read review
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Review of Netgear ADSL Modem Router

Belkin ADSL Router Review..

Advantages: Fast Speeds, Small, Very Light
Disadvantages: N/A

...The Blekin ADSL Modem with Built-In 802.11g Wireless Router is very easy to set up you could have it set up In minutes, you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. I have had one for about a year now and I have had no problems with it what so ever. I have transferred files sheared my internet access with other computers in my house. The speed that this Router transfers at is excellent. The internet is much faster when wireless to up to 2 times faster. Belkin also give you a life time warranty so you dont have to worry about it breaking. The design of the route is very good small and light so you can fint it into places out of sight. ------------------ Key Features ------------------ Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point 802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that provides up to 54...

PrizeMail 04.11.2004 · Read review
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Review of Belkin ADSL Modem with Wireless-G Router wireless router

The best modem/router money can buy!

Advantages: Secure, Cheap, excellent wifi range, Belkin lifetime warranty
Disadvantages: None

...What is it? -------------- This wireless modem/router allows you to share your ADSL connection and files without cables. What does it do? ---------------------- The modem part connects to your ADSL phone connection and the router connects to your computers either via the 4 port wired ethernet connections or via the 802.11g wireless ethernet standard. This standard is backward compatible with existing 802.11b wireless networks. More details? ------------------ Transfers data at speeds up to 54Mbps Features security modes including WPA, 128bit WEP and 64bit WEP encryption. Protects your network from hackers by ising NAT and SPI firewalls Connect 4 wired computers to your network Works with PC's and Mac's (I use both and they share files/connections easily) The manufacturer - Belkin...

kduggan 26.09.2007 · Read review
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Review of Belkin ADSL Modem with Wireless-G Router wireless router

Great modem

Advantages: Diagnostics if something goes wrong
Disadvantages: None

...I was given this modem by Vodafone when I signed up for their 'At home' service. In case you are interested this gives you broadband and home phone if you are already a mobile customer. The modem is great, it looks sleek and modern. There are four lights, the bottom light shows it is plugged in to the mains, the second shows it is communicating with your computer, third shows the broadband connection is working and finally the fourth shows that you are actually connected to the internet. I did not have to install anything, just plugged it in, entered my username and password and hey presto it worked. I am using Windows 2000 by the way and it is rare not to have to install drivers for any new hardware. The lights are actually very helpful, a while ago I had major problems connecting to the net. I could see that the fourth light...

susangoodfellow 24.10.2007 · Read review
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Review of Netgear DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem

Super router

Advantages: A great way to network up your house and share the internet
Disadvantages: A pain to set up with cabling

...For a family to own a PC at home is almost second nature today. To own 2 or 3 different computers is nothing unusual. But powering all 3 with its own Modem and internet connection can prove costly and much congestion on the phone line. But now the answer to your problems is here. A router and modem all in one that can distribute internett access to all parts of the house from one box. The Netgear router. Ideal for both home and small office use, the Netgear ADSL modem router allows broadband speed internet access for up to 4 people. OK, so what is it? Basically it is a switch that splits one Internet connection between 4 computers. Imagine The router to act like a glass of milk with 4 straws coming out of it. 4 people are sharing the same glass of milk. The same as 4 people are sharing one internet connection but each one is...

andycharger 11.10.2002 · Read review
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Review of Netgear ADSL Modem Router

My First ADSL Modem

Advantages: Stylish design, Easy to install
Disadvantages: Requires 400W PSU

...I had this ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Modem for about a year now. It came free when I subscibed to BT Yahoo Broadband. This product looks like a large computer mouse. Still, I think it is quite a unique and stylish design. Installing the modem is easy and there are instructions included, in case you're not sure what to do. Just pop in the supplied CD-ROM, install the drivers and connect up the modem. After that configure your broadband ISP (Internet Service Provider) and you're ready to go! This modem is powered by your computer via a USB connection which means that a spare mains power socket will not be required. However, for your computer to provide enough power to the modem it needs a 400W PSU (Power Supply Unit) which can be a problem. I tried using it with my 800MHz computer which had a 300W PSU and it simply...

neo_tiger 12.02.2005 · Read review
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Review of Thomson SpeedTouch 330

Netgear DG834G Wireless ADSL Router; perfect home solution

Advantages: Reliability and value for money.
Disadvantages: Operating temperature.

...In my opinion this broadband ADSL router is one of the best on the market considering its price. I have been using this model (I've had different versions) for a number of years and never have I known one to fail; this is especially impressive considering I never turned them off when in use. I am a very heavy internet user and when configured correctly delivers on the speed that you would expect. In terms of 'plug and play', there is very little needed to be configured on this product to start surfing away and it comes with a single quick start sheet that shows clearly how to access the configuration page through a web browser initially. For more advanced users it is very easy to configure port-forwarding (useful when playing online games or downloading via peer-to-peer to achieve the desired connection speeds). It even supports VPN...

scottymcandrew 13.07.2009 · Read review
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Review of NETGEAR DG834G 54 Mbps Wireless ADSL Firewall Router - wireless router

Get online with a basic ADSL modem

Advantages: Cheap, good connection, stylish
Disadvantages: No extra features

...I received the Speedtouch 330 USB when signing up for my first ADSL connection free of charge. The ISP claimed it cost about £40 and I got it free because I tied into a year's contract which is fine by me because they also waived my connection fee (£60 or so) Setup of the modem was quite simple, Apart from not realising that the ADSL line had to go into the main BT socket into the house, I simply installed the CD is came with and plugged it in the USB port of my PC. Up comes a flashing green light for USB before it held a steady green colour. After much playing with the micro filters that come in the box (2 provided) and cables I finally managed to get a green light on the ADSL which doesn't mean its connected to the internet merely a "ADSL dial tone" is received which means you are able to connect. After entering my details in...

tallisliam 28.04.2005 · Read review
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Review of Thomson SpeedTouch 330