Routers

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:13 pm

I'm thinking about purchasing a router for my two home computers.

1. Do cable companies normally charge extra for using a router?
2. I use a dynamic address, is that a problem?
3. What is the best router for the money?

Dakota · Post by **Dakota** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:15 pm

1. No
2. No
3. Loaded question. You can get Nexland, SOHO, Linksys, NetGear, DLink, etc. See the REVIEWS menu at the top of this page. And also see: http://www.practicallynetworked.com/

Bret · Post by **Bret** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:23 pm

To answer your questions I echo SilverDakota.

As far as to which is best.....

If you are not a gamer or do not expect heavy web traffic, a Linksys is a good buy for the money. (This is what I use). If you expect to be doing gaming or heavy web usage, I might recommend a Netgear.

Just my 2 cents worth.

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:23 pm

Thanks for the quick reply and info.

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:28 pm

Originally posted by Bret
To answer your questions I echo SilverDakota.

As far as to which is best.....

If you are not a gamer or do not expect heavy web traffic, a Linksys is a good buy for the money. (This is what I use). If you expect to be doing gaming or heavy web usage, I might recommend a Netgear.

Just my 2 cents worth.

I don't game much but use the web.
I have seen a Netgear AR114 that was priced less than a Linsksys BVFVP41.

Thanks for the info.

Bret · Post by **Bret** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:37 pm

By "Heavy web traffic" I meant running a web or FTP server, not just browsing. My fault, I should have been more precise. I am not familiar with the Linsksys BVFVP41, I use a 1 port BEFSR11 and a Linksys 5 port switch (This combo works VERY well for me.)

Bret

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 2:43 pm

Originally posted by Bret
By "Heavy web traffic" I meant running a web or FTP server, not just browsing. My fault, I should have been more precise. I am not familiar with the Linsksys BVFVP41, I use a 1 port BEFSR11 and a Linksys 5 port switch (This combo works VERY well for me.)

Bret

I was planning on getting a 4 port router so I wouldn't need any more equipment.

Dakota · Post by **Dakota** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 3:20 pm

If you're choosing between NetGear and Linksys, get the NetGear. They're faster and more robust than the Linky. Just check the specs. They speak for themselves. Also, not sure what a AR114 is. Look here for NetGear current model routers: http://www.netgear.com/categories.asp?xrp=4&yrp=12

Bret · Post by **Bret** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 4:14 pm

Again I have to agree with Silverdakota. I would also choose the Netgear before the Linksys 4-port

Bret

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 7:48 pm

Originally posted by SilverDakota
If you're choosing between NetGear and Linksys, get the NetGear. They're faster and more robust than the Linky. Just check the specs. They speak for themselves. Also, not sure what a AR114 is. Look here for NetGear current model routers: http://www.netgear.com/categories.asp?xrp=4&yrp=12

I had the number wrong... I been looking at the Netgear RP114 for $80.

Thanks for the site.

Looks like most favor Netgear.

legalmind · Post by **legalmind** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 11:06 pm

Exuse you!
Asante......................

Indy · Post by **Indy** » Sun Feb 03, 2002 11:36 pm

Originally posted by arkie

I had the number wrong... I been looking at the Netgear RP114 for $80.

Thanks for the site.

Looks like most favor Netgear.

Just picked up a linksys 4 port for $89 with a $10 rebate tonight to install over at my mom's house...it's also the one I use myself, and I've used it extensively in gaming and haven't really had any issues with it...

Grimson · Post by **Grimson** » Mon Feb 04, 2002 6:10 pm

Netgear RP114, no problems yet. got it for $90 at bestbuy I believe.

Casper · Post by **Casper** » Tue Feb 05, 2002 4:38 pm

I love my netgear RT311! Take a look at the RT314 it is a killer little box! a bit more money, but I think it is more configurable. I would have bought it instead of my 311 but I already had a 16 port switch. If you check them out you will see that with one of these babies you can do allot more

illestdynasty · Post by **illestdynasty** » Tue Feb 05, 2002 5:29 pm

People seem not to like the linksys but I've never had a problem with mine, but the Nexland has a faster CPU, I've never used one, but I would like to try one out. So its your call. I didn't have a choice when I got the linksys, father paid for it.... you know how it goes....

Buster Highmen · Post by **Buster Highmen** » Tue Feb 05, 2002 9:09 pm

Howze SMC?

arkie · Post by **arkie** » Fri Feb 08, 2002 7:35 pm

Update......

Purchased a Linksys BEFSR41 router at Walmart. Ran 75 ft. of cat 5E cable, plugged in the router, cable from modem, cables to my two computers. Turn the power on and I came online with both computers....

No configuration.. right out of box online... that is the way to go!

rhcowles · Post by **rhcowles** » Fri Feb 08, 2002 11:10 pm

I'm really happy with my Linksys BEFSR41. Haven't tried any of the others, so can't say much about 'em.