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    Would the WNDR3700 suit my needs?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by hockeynut, Jan 11, 2012.

  1. hockeynut

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    I'm looking to upgrade my older Netgear router as I'm starting to have some issues with it. My house is wired for Cat 6. I have 4 Xbox systems, a ps3, an HTPC, and 1 computer which will be connected to a Dell Powerconnect 2808 switch.

    At most only 2 of the Xbox's will be on at the same time playing games. 2 laptops could be connected browsing the web, streaming media, etc...

    My house has a finished basement where the router will reside. Upstairs is where most of the xbox's are and where the laptops will be used 50% of the time.

    I was looking to spend around $100 but could go more if needed. I was considering the Netgear WNDR3700. I'm willing to consider any other brands.
     
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    downloads No, Dee Dee, no! Super Moderator

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    It's a very good router and it will definitely suit your needs but basement is a terrible place for a wireless router. You should seriously consider placing it upstairs.
     
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    @ downloads

    I finally went to go pickup the router today (just added a couple other things for one trip), I ordered it a couple weeks back as suggested on the other thread.

    Still haven't unboxed it yet and some one was saying how the router version is on the box, I can't seem to find it?
     
    Nemix77, Jan 15, 2012
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    Check out the first photo on this website.
     
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    Thank you for the link downloads, my router says 100-15607-01R5 on the box.

    Do you know if this the latest v2 revision or should I go back for an exchange?

    Edit:

    I got the answer from NetGear's forum, mine is the latest v2 with latest revision board 5 = 01R5.

    It clearly says WNDR3700v2, 16MB flash and 64MB ram on the the box where the package contents are listed.

    Will be opening the router for setup later on today, thanks again.
     
    Nemix77, Jan 15, 2012
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