Linksys WRT54G Wireless-G Router

Product Description

LINKSYS WRT54G - Wireless-G is the emerging 54 Mbps wireless networking standard that's almost five times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B ( 802.11b ) products found in homes, businesses and public wireless hotspots around the country. The best part is, since they share the same 2.4GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices talk to existing 11 Mbps Wireless-B equipment. Operates as a DHCP Server NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders Supports VPN pass-through Easy configuration with web browser based configuration utility

Amazon.com Product Description

The Linksys Wireless-G broadband router is really three devices in one box. First, it's a wireless access point, which lets you connect Wireless-G or Wireless-B devices to the network. There's also a built-in four-port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. Finally, the router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection.

To protect your data and privacy, the Wireless-G broadband router can encrypt all wireless transmissions, and it supports the industrial-strength wireless security of 802.1x authentication and authorization. The router can serve as a DHCP server, has NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the Web browser-based configuration utility.

With the Linksys Wireless-G broadband router at the center of your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers, and multiplayer games with the flexibility, speed, and security you need!

Wireless-G is the 54 Mbps wireless networking standard that's more than four times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country. But since they share the same 2.4 GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices can also interoperate with existing 11 Mbps Wireless-B equipment.

Because both standards are built-in, you can protect your investment in existing 802.11b infrastructure, and migrate to the new screaming-fast Wireless-G standard as your needs grow.

For more information on the differences between an access point and a router with access point, see the following table:

access point vs. router

See a comparison diagram of the different wireless technologies.

Wireless networks are rapidly becoming more popular and coming down in price. Since they don't require cables, you can use the devices anywhere in an office or home, even out on the patio. There's no need to roll out an Ethernet network cable to each room of a house; you can network anywhere--without wires. Outside the home, wireless networking is available in hotspots at coffee shops, businesses, and airports--great when you're on the road and need to get some work done. For convenience, wireless networking is the answer.

Which Wireless Standard Is Right for Me?
Now that you've decided to create a wireless network, the next step is to figure out which wireless standard to use.

Basically, a standard is a set of specifications for a device. All devices that follow a specific standard share operating characteristics, such as the radio frequency used and maximum data transfer speed.

For wireless networking, there are three standards to choose from at this time:

802.11b

802.11a

802.11g

To learn about the differences between the standards and select the right one for your network, click here for an easy-to-understand chart.

Customer Reviews:

Nice functionality, easy set up.......2007-06-29

This router is just awesome, I've installed it in no time and it was up and running. Changing security settings was really easy on the web based interface. Linksys website is great too, easy navigation and clear/concise instructions for most tasks. The range is quite decent, this one is on the 2nd floor of my house and I could easily work around the 1st floor. Only beef I have is the price, found this for $40 as soon as I bought at $50 at amazon, but thats fine, I've good lot of other good deals on amazon before

Nightmare.......2007-06-29

Buying this wireless router turned out to be the singularly most frustrating experience I've ever encountered with any product. When -- after a good deal of difficulty and a long call with customer service -- it finally was up and running, connectivity was only intermittent. Customer service is a nightmare . . . waiting, waiting, waiting to get a live person . . . then after more than an hour of diagnostic testing they tell me the router is defective (duh) and that I will need to call another number to "apply" for a replacement under the warranty. When I do, I'm told that before they can accept that the product is TRULY defective, more tests will have to be run and that I will need to call tech support again for that. So I do . . .and after literally two more hours on the phone, they confirm absolutely that the product is defective and that I REALLY can call the other number to "apply" for that replacement . . when I do call the other number (they call it the "RMA Department"), they want a deposit on my credit card before they will ship so they can be assured I'll actually send them the defective one! After all that incompetence, should I have to entrust them with my credit card information? And what're they going to do with the defective product?? Sell it to YOU???? . . . . You get the picture.

I have a NetGear wireless router in my other home that works like a dream. Steer clear of this Linksys product.

Linksys is ok.......2007-06-27

Does everything it is designed to do. Gives very good range of operation throughout the house. This one replaces a similar unit that got fried during a electrical storm.

Very unreliable router.......2007-06-21

This router doesn't work well and all I can get is limited connectivity throughout the day. It drops connection as often as 5 or 6 times a day. I have called the technical support and nothing helps. Searched online for solutions, tried everything I could and nothing works. If you have time to reset the router throughout the day, then buy it. I will just throw this piece of junk into the garbage.

Quick, easy, and painless........2007-06-20

Setting up my Lynksis router was a breeze. All you have to do is insert the CD and follow directions. It took 15 minutes to get my secured wireless network going; you don't have to be a tech-nerd to figure it out. It works flawlessly for me--fast connections and good signal strength.

Linksys Wireless-G Router and G USB Network Adapter Combo

Average customer rating:

Easy set up, worked right away

Linksys Wireless-G Router and G USB Network Adapter Combo

Manufacturer: Linksys
ProductGroup: CE

This combo has everything you need to set up your own wireless network at home and connect!
Wireless data rates up to 54 Mbps--5 times faster than 802.11b
Advanced wireless security with 128-bit WEP encryption, MAC, or IP address filtering
Connects your desktop or notebook to a wireless network at up to 54 Mbps when used with a USB 2.0 port
Easy, no-tools setup on any desktop or notebook

ASIN: B000N553XQ

Product Description

Linksys G Wireless Router The Linksys Wireless-G broadband router is really three devices in one box. First, it's a wireless access point, which lets you connect Wireless-G or Wireless-B devices to the network. There's also a built-in four-port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. Finally, the router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection. To protect your data and privacy, the Wireless-G broadband router can encrypt all wireless transmissions, and it supports the industrial-strength wireless security of 802.1x authentication and authorization. The router can serve as a DHCP server, has NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the Web browser-based configuration utility. Linksys G Wireless Network Adapter From the Manufacturer The easy way to connect your desktop or notebook to a high-speed wireless network Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. By incorporating two new, blazing fast technologies -- USB 2.0 and Wireless-G -- the Adapter delivers data rates up to 54 Mbps (5 times as fast as 802.11b), without the trouble of opening up the case of your desktop computer. To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. (It's compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports, but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds.) It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary.

Customer Reviews:

Easy set up, worked right away.......2007-05-12

My first wireless setup went fine with this unit. The setup wizard was simple and the installation happened in about 15 minutes.

Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router WRT54G - Wireless router + 4-port switch - EN, Fast EN, 802.11b, 802.11g

Average customer rating:

Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router WRT54G - Wireless router + 4-port switch - EN, Fast EN, 802.11b, 802.11g

Manufacturer: Linksys
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Wireless-G is the 54Mbps wireless networking standard that's almost five times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country - but since they share the same 2.4GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices can also interoperate with existing 11Mbps Wireless-B equipment.Since both standards are built in, you can protect your investment in existing 802.11b infrastructure, and migrate to the screaming fast Wireless-G standard as your needs grow.The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is really three devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect Wireless-G or Wireless-B devices to the network. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. Finally, the Router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection.To protect your data and privacy, the Wireless-G Broadband Router can encrypt all wireless transmissions. The Router can serve as a DHCP Server, has NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the web browser-based configuration utility.With the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router at the center of your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers, and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and security you need!ity you need!

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