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    DSL modem w/wireless router recommendation.

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by rt_truong, Jun 4, 2009.

  1. rt_truong

    rt_truong Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have comcast internet right now and downgrading to AT&T DSL w/3mbp. I never had dsl before so I need some help buying one. I want a combo dsl modem with wireless router or a cheap dsl modem because I have a wireless router already. Something under $100. I saw this modem and want to know if its any good.

    http://www.provantage.com/d-link-systems-dsl-2640b~7DLNR00Y.htm
     
    rt_truong, Jun 4, 2009
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    sublime313 Notebook Evangelist

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    looks like a crapper to me. only 1 antenna???
     
    sublime313, Jun 5, 2009
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  3. gerryf19

    gerryf19 I am the walrus

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    ATT usually provides a dsl modem--usually, they give you one for $50 and give you a $50 rebate. Then you attach your wireless router to it.

    I cannot speak to that dsl/router combo as I have not used it, but one antenna is not indicative of a "crap" router. One antenna is all you need for a wireless g connection.

    You did not specificy what kind of wireless adapter you have.
     
    gerryf19, Jun 5, 2009
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  4. rt_truong

    rt_truong Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have a dlink dir-655 router. I am getting the dsl service w/out a phonel line. This deal does not come with the free modem.
     
    rt_truong, Jun 5, 2009
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    wlan_man Notebook Consultant

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    So you have one of the best 2.4Ghz routers out there and you want a to also downgrade to a modem/router combo.

    Get your self a good modem to go with your good router :)
    Also look at getting a modem that can do 1/2 bridge mode.
    1/2 bridge mode makes quite a difference especially with torrents, can be a wee bit tricky for the unwary.

    I am very happy with my Linksys AM300 modem in 1/2 bridge mode and my trusty Dlink DIR-655 router
     
    wlan_man, Jun 8, 2009
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