Zyxel ADSL2+ Wireless Router

Advantages: Easy Install, 4-Port & Wireless, Reliable
Disadvantages: -

...If you are looking for a well priced router with all the great features of a more pricey Linksys or Netgear, the Zyxel 660HW-61 is definitely for you. Firstly, whats in the box : You get the Router with built in 4-port Ethernet Hub and wireless antenna in sleek black. You also get a telephone cable, Power Adapter and an Ethernet Cable for initial setup/wired use. The instruction manual is clear and concise and the included CD is not really neccessary because there are no drivers to install, and all updates can be easily found on Zyxel's website. Installation is quite easy, simply follow the manual, the basic steps are : Connect the router to the power and Phone line, connect it to a PC with an Ethernet port, and login via the web browser. After this it is a simple matter of putting in your ADSL details and settig up your desired...

chappy81 18.12.2006 · Read review
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Review of ZyXEL Prestige 660HW-61 - wireless router

The Shock of the New

Advantages: Nice design, good layout, good choice of presets, grill function, good taste & texture to food
Disadvantages: still a bit nervous about cooking roast joints

...I've never really liked microwave ovens, always feeling that they don't cook all the way through most joints of meat, and in addition most of the taste seems to disappear as opposed to conventional cooking methods. However, to my surprise I was given a Sharp R652M (a good price @ £110 I later found out) for Christmas from my better half. He too used to be a bit cynical about MOs but now takes the view that they cook almost as good as conventional ovens without losing too much in the way of taste or texture. Anyway, not being a great expert on MOs all I can say is that the Sharp R652M is an MO with a grill for improved cooking techniques. It as all the usual preset function keys such as Auto Cook & Auto Defrost for most popular joints; as well as Instant Cook presets for those who like the fast food option. The instruction...

dreamstar70 04.01.2001 (05.01.2001) · Read review
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Review of Sharp R652

Network Magic

Advantages: Fast network solution, very easy to setup
Disadvantages: Slightly too wide for some sockets

...apparently uses 128 bit AES encryption for security purposes, though I'm wondering how someone would tap into your home electricity supply (maybe if you're sharing a house or in a block of flats it might be useful - answers on a postcard please)! You can also use the HomePlug for other Internet gadgets such as games consoles. There have been issues with some Xbox consoles so be warned. I don't have any games consoles so I cannot say for certain what the issues are exactly. It is particularly useful for people who don't like wireless routers or were given free non-wireless routers from their Internet Service Provider. Note: Most HomePlug 1.0 devices cannot interoperate with HomePlug AV devices without the use of a suitable bridge, although both can co-exist on the same cable. - The ZyXEL PLA-401 - I decided on the 200Mbps as it...

orrin31 26.11.2008 (25.11.2008) · Read review
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Wireless in a Stick

Advantages: small, easy to use, easy to install, user friendly
Disadvantages: range is not as good as a router

...I have to say I'm very impressed with the Zyxel USB stick, I have a wireless set up in my house but one of my PCs did not have a wireless card. This is an extremely cheap alernative to fitting a card and ideal for those who don't want to, or don't know how to open up the PC and install them. Zyxel have made a stylish little USB device with a very easy to use software interface. Literally within minutes you are up and running and able to connect to any wireless network of your choice, within reason of course. Another neat feature is that it can be used as an Access Point (AP) this means if you haven't got a wireless router you can use the Zyxel for this purpose. Setting it to AP mode and setting it up with or without password protection you can then have other people connect to your network through their wireless devices. Perfect...

AlastairI 03.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of ZyXEL ZyAIR G-202

TCP and PC's

Advantages: hassle free networking
Disadvantages: complicated

...The ZyXEL router. Networking is a great solution if your family has more than two PC's and / or an XBOX © / Playstation 2 ©. If you only have two PC's then a router is not really necessary because with Windows XP © and a crossed CAT 5 network cable (2 network cards) you can quite easily network both PC's with very little Hardware hassle. However, if you have two PC's (XBOX ©/ PS2 ©, then a switch and a ROUTER is a wonderful system. The ZyXEL © Prestige 310 router was the one I went for. A simple yet functional router. A rectangular plastic box with no fancy design. Straight forward and simple Hardware installation! It came with a user manual, A/C power supply and a RS-232 (com port) cable but no network cable. Plug the modem into the router and then plug the router into the switch (hub). Finally plug all your PC's into...

tazorii 27.01.2006 · Read review
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Review of ZyXEL Prestige 310 - router

Excellent piece of kit

Advantages: Low-cost, reliable, full-featured
Disadvantages: Doesn't look very cool (but who cares?)

...Over the last few months I've tried Wireless ADSL routers from 4 different manufacturers, using 54g wireless cards with WPA encryption. The Belkin one would randomly refuse to allow 1 or 2 wireless clients to connect. The Netgear one had very poor range (even though it was supposedly "RangeMax"). The Linksys one would randomly refuse to assign IP addresses to wireless clients after they'd connected. The Zyxel one just works. Reliably. 100% of the time. All 4 routers were running the latest firmware. I even tried the helpdesk services for the other 3 and they all came up with the same irrelevant suggestions ("Try a different channel", "Try restoring the factory defaults", "Try upgrading the firmware") - I ended up wondering if they were all actually written by the same person! Then I tried the Zyxel and my life...

bonzoo_dog 26.01.2007 · Read review
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Review of ZyXEL Prestige 660HW-T1 - wireless router - with ZyXEL ZyAIR G-202 Wireless LAN USB Adapter

Franke stainkess steel sink scratched badly within 1 day

Advantages: Looked nice before it was used
Disadvantages: Terrible for scratching and rusting

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Shepherdess12450 12.03.2009 · Read review
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Review of Franke Stainless Steel Sink CP652

Poor quality stainless steel

Advantages: Nice product if you dont use it
Disadvantages: Scratches badly

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zeeni 05.10.2000 · Read review
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Review of Franke Stainless Steel Sink CP652

* A close shave too . .

Advantages: Very good for you, and for the Earth.
Disadvantages: It does cost the Earth (OK Slightly expensive)

...would recommend it to anyone who is willing to pay the price, which as far as I can see, is an anazing £6.19 to £9.75 that is according to Ciao! Actually you can buy cheaper direct from the Company. Perhaps you will see it even cheaper, and perhaps you are willing to pay that, but personally I am not. They do have a website, it is listed below, and I recommend you take a look. The American Crew Shop is run by 2T Ltd. PO Box 376 Bristol BS10 5WS Order line 0845 652 9594 You can contact American Crew, and order online via their website:- http://www.americancrewshop.com/contactus.asp The Company also does a reward club, where you can earn a Pound for every £20 you spend. It is very easy to use, does the job a treat, and the only downside is the price. The cream comes in a tube, and is a lot better for tha environment than...

smudgeybabes 17.09.2008 (09.03.2009) · Read review
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Review of American Crew Shaving Products Crew Herbal Shave Cream

* Cue American Crew . .

Advantages: Very good hold, feels nice.
Disadvantages: Price, price, and price.

...://www.americancrewshop.com/contactus.asp The Company runs a reward club, and you can earn one Pound for every £20 spent. The American Crew Shop is run by 2T Ltd PO Box 376 Bristol BS10 5WS You can order by phone on 0845 652 9594 Last opinion then - This is very good, but personally I would not pay that amount. sorry American Crew!...

smudgeybabes 10.02.2008 (12.03.2009) · Read review
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