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post #1 of 18
11/15/02 at 6:23pm
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I am awaiting delivery of my 5620 and am shopping around for a router. Can anyone give me any advice on what to get/avoid?
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post #2 of 18
11/15/02 at 6:50pm
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just 3 or 4 really.
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post #3 of 18
11/15/02 at 7:19pm
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wow. I just checked them all out on the dell site. Every time I want to buy something it turns into a minefield of what to get. Why is that one better than the cheaper ones?
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post #4 of 18
11/15/02 at 7:24pm
I've had problems with some of the cheaper off brand routers. Go for a Netgear, an SMC, or a Dlink (personally I would get a Netgear).
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post #5 of 18
11/15/02 at 7:31pm
I got a good deal on a dlink, and have had no problems.
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post #6 of 18
11/15/02 at 7:31pm
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do you guys know what the difference is b/w the rp614na and the rp114...
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post #7 of 18
11/15/02 at 8:00pm

Routers/Firewall article

Hi all

This months PC magazine has an article about routers/firewalls....you might want to find it. It compares several models and gives their picks for their favorites. FYI

steve
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post #8 of 18
11/16/02 at 6:47am
I recently got a D-link DI-704P and it's been serving me well. Very easy configuration interface to use. The "P" designation stands for a built-in print server, so all four computers attached to the router can print from one printer, w/o having to have one computer always on and acting as a server. Really cool function, considering I got the whole thing for about $52 and regular stand-alone print servers usually cost $100+. However, I've been having some occasional problems with garbled print-outs. Dunno if that's just b/c my printer is pretty old (an NEC Superscript 860) and wasn't intended to act as a network printer.

I recommend visiting www.techbargains.com; a good deal on a router usually comes up a few times a week. You should be able to get a good router w/ 4 port switch for under $50 shipped.

~Kendalf
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post #9 of 18
11/16/02 at 2:02pm
I have and love my Linksys system, from the 8-port router w/ QoS to the Switch and the Wireless Access Point. There layout, once you learn it, is consistant throughout all there products. It boasts easy setting for someone who just wants it to go and more advanced ones for people who want to do crazy things. :-)
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post #10 of 18
11/16/02 at 5:01pm
Here is an excellent deal on a Netgear wireless router:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...658710-9683007
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post #11 of 18
11/16/02 at 6:03pm
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That looks like an excellent deal for a wireless router. What would I need to buy for my 5620 to make it work? I'm guessing I would need a pcmia card or something? Is there any specific type that I'd need for the 5620? Its got these configs:
Built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet w/RJ-45 Jack,
Built-in IEEE 1394,
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post #12 of 18
11/16/02 at 6:55pm
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I just bought the Netgear MR814 802.11b Wireless Router from Amazon. I found a $5 coupon on www.fatwallet.com as well so it will only cost me $24.95 ($54.95 - $30 Mail in Rebate).
It look like a great router deal b/c it can be wired or wireless.

I'm getting the 5620 2nd hand from Donald at powernotebooks.com. I have had such a saga trying to find the right laptop for me and Donald was like an oasis in the desert. He gave me a great deal and I'm soooo happy I'm getting it from Powernotebooks.com b/c in all the reseller ratings and the feedback on forums everyone says they're quite amazing customer service wise.
I was a mouse click away from getting scammed out of $1300 buying a dell through ubid.com. I suggested going through an escrow company and the other guy suggested www.escrow-deals.com. This website is TOTALLY BOGUS and just takes peoples money. I really wiped the sweat off the brow after that close call.
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post #13 of 18
11/16/02 at 9:37pm
K, now that you've got a wireless router here is a decent deal on a card for your laptop.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...388928-1676961

And here is the rebate:
http://www.usr.com/rebate/11Mbps/11mbps.pdf

A note on wireless. I've tested 802.11b, 802.11b+, and 802.11a and I have to say both varients of 802.11b were to slow for my use. If you find that it's not working for you 802.11a equipment is dropping rapidly and runs up to around 25Mbps (real throughput).
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post #14 of 18
11/16/02 at 11:00pm
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It looks like that card doesn't support windows xp.
My 5620 is coming with windows xp pro.
I have to check which slot the 5620 has to.
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post #15 of 18
11/17/02 at 5:13pm
Hmm, I didn't research that, sorry. I would check the manufacturers web site, I'd bet money they have updated drives that work with XP.
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post #16 of 18
11/17/02 at 5:33pm
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It doesn't look like they do. You need to get another model if you're using windows xp. Mayb that's why its on sale.
I've just been trying ti find out which type slot the 5620 has. I think its type 2 but it wasn't clear. Does anyone know a website where I can check the detailed specs for a 5620?
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post #17 of 18
11/17/02 at 5:44pm
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found it!
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post #18 of 18
11/18/02 at 4:54am
Quote:
Originally posted by mdchaser
A note on wireless. I've tested 802.11b, 802.11b+, and 802.11a and I have to say both varients of 802.11b were to slow for my use. If you find that it's not working for you 802.11a equipment is dropping rapidly and runs up to around 25Mbps (real throughput). [/b]
The benefits of 802.11a are apparent if you do a lot of file transfers between computers within the same network, but if you're just accessing the Internet from your notebook, the 11Mpbs max throughput for 802.11b is more than sufficient, since you probably won't get more than 5Mbps from your typical cable or DSL connection.

Personally, I'm waiting for 802.11g, which offers the speeds of 802.11a but is compatible w/ 802.11b equipment.

~Kendalf
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