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    wireless 24/7

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by the1, Sep 8, 2006.

  1. the1

    the1 Notebook Consultant

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    sorry for the noob question but should routers be left on 24/7? and if so, is it likely to cause any problems with the router?
     
    the1, Sep 8, 2006
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  2. root

    root Notebook Consultant

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    They are made to be left on for long periods of time. I would say no it will not.
     
    root, Sep 8, 2006
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  3. JM

    JM Mr. Misanthrope NBR Reviewer

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    I've had my router on 24/7 for nearly two years now, and there hasn't been any problems with it.
     
    JM, Sep 8, 2006
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  4. azntiger1000

    azntiger1000 Notebook Deity

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    Yea I would keep it on 24/7. There shouldn't be anything wrong with it. Besides, it would be a hassle to unplug it all the time.
     
    azntiger1000, Sep 8, 2006
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  5. Reezin14

    Reezin14 Crimson Mantle Commander

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    Mine has been on 24/7 for a 1yr+, and haven't had any problems you should be alright.
     
    Reezin14, Sep 9, 2006
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  6. streather

    streather Notebook Evangelist

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    i've had mine on 24/7 since i got it about 2 years or so ago and apart from the odd occasion when it throws its hands in the air and decides it doesnt want to work properly it works fine (its done that maybe 4 times since i've got it :) )
     
    streather, Sep 9, 2006
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