Recommend a new wireless router

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#95759 12-Jan-2012 12:06

I think my Dynalink RTA1025W is crapping out on me. I get disconnected at least 5 times a day from ethernet (slower than usual) but wireless still remains fine. I then have to turn off and on the router for it to re-initialize the connection >_<

I believe its the same issue as here http://www.geekzone.co.nz/forums.as...p;topicid=56127

- Youtube loads on phone with wifi fine

- Ethernet cable to PC is slow as hell

In search of a new router with:
- gigabit capabilities built in but does not matter as I have a gigabit switch now
- wireless
- 4 port ethernet
- build in ADSL 2+ router

Looking at Linksys, thoughts ?

Dont mind second hand from trademe or buy/sell forums

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#567851 12-Jan-2012 12:24

I just installed a Linksys E4200 and it is fantastic. Really fast internet loads, 4 Gbit ports and dual wireless N.

Not sure if there is a ADSL version but I reckon if you go for a higher end Linksys you wont be disapointed.

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#567858 12-Jan-2012 12:37

See my comments in this thread about why I disliked the Linksys E3200 and I am liking the NETGEAR instead.

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#567862 12-Jan-2012 12:45

chiggah: Looking at Linksys, thoughts ?

Avoid WAG320N and other internal antenna models.

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#567870 12-Jan-2012 12:57

damn i dont think i wanna fork out $250 for a brand new router.

Was thinking $50 max for second hand lol

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#567875 12-Jan-2012 13:07

For $50 you will probably get something with the same or worse performance than you have now.

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#567899 12-Jan-2012 13:28

chiggah: damn i dont think i wanna fork out $250 for a brand new router.

Was thinking $50 max for second hand lol

TP-LINK TD-W8960N would be my pick for "budget" all in one (modem/router/switch/wireless) replacement ~$100
http://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=12370

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#568124 12-Jan-2012 21:24

I got a near-new TP-Link router/AP on Trademe for $40, which would fit your budget. Perhaps you could get the one Ragnor suggested if you are patient.

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#568138 12-Jan-2012 22:16

http://www.trademe.co.nz/computers/networking-modems/adsl-modems/auction-439187611.htm

saw that above

which is your trademe link ?

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#568171 13-Jan-2012 00:36

Yeah confirmed my ethernet port 1, 2 and 3 are stuffed as its not getting full internet speed

Port 4 has full speed and wireless working fine.

Purchased from PB end of 2009 - doubt it's still covered under warranty eh ?

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#568202 13-Jan-2012 08:30

Ragnor:
TP-LINK TD-W8960N would be my pick for "budget" all in one (modem/router/switch/wireless) replacement ~$100
http://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=12370

Do TP-LINK do something like the link above, only with the newer ADSL2 standard?
I'm after an all in one recommendation to replace the basic telecom supplied D-Link ADSL modem my parents currently have, rather than stick a wireless router on that.

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#568403 13-Jan-2012 14:13

Jaxson:
Ragnor:
TP-LINK TD-W8960N would be my pick for "budget" all in one (modem/router/switch/wireless) replacement ~$100
http://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=12370

Do TP-LINK do something like the link above, only with the newer ADSL2 standard?
I'm after an all in one recommendation to replace the basic telecom supplied D-Link ADSL modem my parents currently have, rather than stick a wireless router on that.

Not sure what you mean? That model does ADSL2+ aka ITU G.992.5

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#568406 13-Jan-2012 14:21

oh shame, yeah I see it now, I was just reading up at the top of the page only initially.

Looks like a great deal if people are recommending it. I previously liked the Belkin models, but mainly only as I found them really easy to configure UI wise. As others have pointed out, this is for a parent/inlaws install so I want it to run reliably for ever....

Cheers.