I have noticed that their are different types of wireless routers,and I was wondering which one I should get,and what makes them different? I have noticed that there is a G Router,and an N Router, so which one should I get or do I need to wait for my laptop to arrive,and it will tell me somewhere on it?
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shoelace_510 8700M GT inside... ^-^;
All laptops will come with a G wireless card unless you specifically made an upgrade to N when you were customizing your order...
So unless you purposefully ordered one with Wireless N, you should go and buy a Wireless G router. -
I'm not sure about that, if you haven't included a wireless card with your order, you will not get one.
For most people and applications a G router is more than enough, some people who run data hungry applications (e.g. games) within their own home network could find advantageous to get an N router. -
shoelace_510 8700M GT inside... ^-^;
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Hahahaha, good point, I hope Melanie knows what she paid for
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shoelace_510 8700M GT inside... ^-^;
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Yeah, may be she forgot also her password and can't get back to NBR
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Well after getting a closer look at the laptop's specs,it comes with a Integrated Intel® 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N Wireless Networking,so I guess I will be getting a N Router,and a Wireless Card was not an option for adding on to the order,but it does have a ExpressCard slot...is that the same thing?
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If you have the minicard already then don't buy anything. The express card slot is just a port on the side of the laptop to allow you to connect card type devices like a sound card, a wireless card, etc. But you don't need a wireless card, it is in the laptop already.
You just need a router now, that's all. -
Any brands I should stay away from or that you would recommened when I go looking for a router?
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Belkin has many unsatisfactory reviews.
Nevertheless all depends where you live, here in the US, Netgear, Linksys and D-Link are the most popular, you won't go wrong with any of them. -
and the most dependable
1. linksys & Dlink
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then maybe Netgear -
I've had great luck with Dlink. Both the DI-624 that verizon supplied with my FiOS and my current DIR-655 have been terrific. They are the first routers I've owned that don't need to be rebooted every couple of months.
Advice for the OP...take a look at the user reviews on Newegg.com. That'll give you a pretty good idea of which routers are troublesome, and which ones are getting good marks from average users. -
I have had Netgear in the past and never had any problems. Your decision should be driven among other by;
1. Router review
2. Use
3. Budget
And I think Netgear is the best quality-price in the market. -
I think for the most part all the major players are putting out servicable equipment today, and while some may be better than others it's hard to really go wrong. I think that's where places like newegg can help. You can steer clear of the few actual lemons and avoid the headaches that other people have experienced. -
I agree, that's why I put "router review" in number 1 of the drivers list.
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Staples was having a sale,so I picked up the Linksys N Ultra Range Plus Router for $79,now if I can get this thing set up I will be good to go.
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Good stuff, don't hesitate to come here, we'll help you to set it up
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shoelace_510 8700M GT inside... ^-^;
Nice purchase. I'd say that's a pretty good router and that you got a decent deal too.
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i've a Netgear Proline WG302 WAP...metal case...lifetime warrenty...tomorrow have a Netgear JFS516 ProSafe™ 16-Port 10/100 Switch being delivered by Fed-Ex...getting ready to build a Windows 2003 server for the house...piddle around project...taking an intermediate networking class at a community college...M.$. DreamSparks program provides the software for free to college students...
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Please stay on topic. Some posts have been deleted.
Thanks.
-Kdawgca
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that's a nice router
easy to setup and configure!!
enjoy!!!!!! :wink:
just holler at me anytime!!!! -
Okay one more question before I even open the router box. I am going to want to work off of the DSL service I am getting on my desktop,so will I need a DSL Wireless Router instead or will the Linksys N Ultra Range Plus Router work for that to?
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The linksys N range plus routers all work w/ dsl or cable......
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You can always PM me if you need more detailed answers.
Which one should I get?
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Melanie, Jun 24, 2008.