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very good

7/4/2009

D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685

Price: $209.99 - $255.64
Specs: Wireless router, 4.4 in x 5.8 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 8 oz

The Bottom Line
The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685 is a very good single-band Wireless-N router; however, its extra features hardly justify the price.

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very good

5/12/2009

Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WRT320N

Price: $89.99 - $129.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8 in x 6.3 in x 1.3 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 10.6 oz

The Bottom Line
The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WRT320N forces you to pick either the 2.4GHz or the 5GHz band for your wireless network. Given that, it's not an ideal choice for an environment with both types of wireless clients. The router offers good wireless performance and features a high-speed wired network that caps at 1,000Mbps.

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very good

3/24/2009

Linksys WRT400N Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

Price: $109.05 - $149.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8.1 in x 6.3 in x 1.4 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, HTTPS, External, 16.2 oz

The Bottom Line
The Linksys WRT400N Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless Router is a good option for your wireless network, thanks to its support of both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz bands, its helpful software application, and a good set of networking features. The router's unimpressive 5Ghz throughput speed and lack of Gigabit and USB support are the only major knocks against it.

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very good

3/16/2009

Netgear WNDR3700 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router (Premium Edition)

Price: $159.99 - $164.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8.8 in x 6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line
The Netgear WNDR3700 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is a great dual-band router for networking enthusiasts who also want a quick and easy network storage solution.

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excellent

10/29/2008

Belkin N+ Wireless Router

Price: $79.88 - $119.99
Specs: Wireless router, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line
The Belkin N+ Wireless Router is a great performer with excellent range and throughput speed. If its bulky design and lack of 5GHz frequency support don't put you off, the router is worth every penny of its $100 or so price tag.

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very good

9/13/2008

D-Link Xtreme N Dual Band Gigabit Router DIR-825

Price: $123.22 - $172.99
Specs: Wireless router, 7.6 in x 4.6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 11.2 oz

The Bottom Line
The D-Link Xtreme N Dual Band Gigabit Router DIR-825 is a stable performer with great features and an excellent Web interface. The outdated and bulky design, relatively short range, and merely average throughput, however, lessen its appeal.

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good

7/21/2008

TP-LINK TL-WR941ND Wireless N Router

Price: $47.99 - $55.95
Specs: Wireless router, 7.9 in x 5.5 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External

The Bottom Line
The TP-Link TL-WR941ND Wireless N router is a simple wireless N router with a friendly price. If all you require is a basic network and you have a mix of 802.11N and b/g clients, it does the job for cheap.

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very good

7/3/2008

Linksys WRT610N Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless Router

Price: $139.95 - $199.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8.9 in x 7.1 in x 1.4 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, HTTPS, External, 15.9 oz

The Bottom Line
The WRT610N can satisfy both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz wireless clients with its solid performance, great design, ease of use, and its ability to work as a network storage device when coupled with an external hard drive.

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very good

6/23/2008

Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000

Price: $49.99 - $105.95
Specs: Wireless router, 7 in x 5.1 in x 1.4 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 14.1 oz

The Bottom Line
The Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000 is a no-frills budget wireless-N router, with excellent range and a handy and comprehensive Parental Control feature. It's a good fit for those who just need a simple wireless network and the ability to control access to the Internet.

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very good

4/13/2008

Linksys WRT110 RangePlus Wireless Router

Price: $24.99 - $90.00
Specs: Wireless router, 6.7 in x 5.8 in x 1.4 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, HTTPS, External, 2.4 GHz, 11.8 oz

The Bottom Line
The Linksys WRT110 RangePlus is an unconventional and stylish wireless router that supplies near draft 802.11n throughput without being an official Draft N router. We like this affordable, antenna-free router for networks where Wireless-G and Wireless-N clients coexist.

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very good

3/31/2008

Synet Windy31 USB Wireless Router

Price: $39.99 - $59.68
Specs: Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, External, NAT support, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line
The Windy31 USB Wireless Router is not a router in the traditional sense. This small, USB drive lets you create a wireless network with access to the Internet from any one PC that has an Internet connection. It's a must-have for travelers who need to share their Internet access with different Wi-Fi devices.

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ok

1/24/2008

LevelOne N-One WBR-6000

Price: $75.95 - $83.25
Specs: Wireless router, 6.8 in x 5.8 in x 1.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line
We wanted to like this funky-looking router, but the LevelOne N_One WBR-6000 performed so horribly in testing that we must warn you not to be tempted by its slick design and low price.

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very good

1/19/2008

D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855 - wireless router

Price: $260.60 - $359.99
Specs: Wireless router, 4.6 in x 7.6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 11.2 oz

The Bottom Line
The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855 is a stable performer with excellent Web interface. But because it comes in a bulky, old-school design, has a relatively short range, and carries a hefty price tag, consider waiting for the price to drop before investing in this router.

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very good

1/8/2008

Linksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit Router

Price: $88.27 - $139.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8 in x 6.3 in x 1.3 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, full-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 12 oz

The Bottom Line
Aside from its potentially worrisome heat output, the Linksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit Router is a networking dynamo with chart-topping performance and a sleek (maybe too sleek) design.

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very good

1/8/2008

Linksys WRT160N

Price: $32.99 - $99.99
Specs: Wireless router, 8 in x 6.3 in x 1.3 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, full-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 9.9 oz

The Bottom Line
The Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router has consistent performance, good range, a helpful software application, and a good set of networking features. Its lack of Gigabit and USB support are the only major knocks against it.

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very good

11/16/2007

D-Link DGL-4500 GamerLounge Xtreme N Gaming Router

Price: $129.99 - $239.99
Specs: 4.6 in x 7.6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), Ethernet, HTTP, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), External, NAT support, VPN passthrough, Firewall protection, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), 11.2 oz

The Bottom Line
The D-Link DGL-4500 GamerLounge Xtreme N Gaming Router almost succeeds for home networking and hardcore gamers. It bears a few flaws, among which is a random reset during heavy load that might be the deal breaker.

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very good

9/26/2007

Trendnet TEW-633GR Wireless Router (draft n)

Price: $102.77 - $119.99
Specs: Wireless router, 6.4 in x 5.9 in x 1 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 11.8 oz

The Bottom Line
The TrendNet Wireless N Gigabit Router TEW-633GR is fast, but not as fast as a competing D-Link router, and it's easy to use, but not as easy as a Belkin router. Still, we like it for its winning combination of decent throughput and intuitive Web interface.

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very good

9/20/2007

DI-624 AirPlus Xtreme G High-Speed 108Mbps Wireless Router

Price: $24.99 - $119.99
Specs: Wireless router, 4.6 in x 7.6 in x 1.2 in, Wireless, 54 Mbps, HTTP, SNMP, Telnet, Full-duplex, Half-duplex, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line
The DI-624 is fast, and it combines easy installation with advanced security options, making it a good choice for homes and offices alike.

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very good

9/20/2007

WGR614 Cable/DSL Wireless Router

Price: $14.99 - $66.12
Specs: Wireless router, 6.9 in x 4.7 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, External, 2.4 GHz, 9.2 oz

The Bottom Line
The WGR614 is a good choice for those unfazed by the bleeding-edge nature of 802.11g.

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excellent

9/20/2007

802.11g Wireless DSL/Cable Gateway Router

Price: $23.39 - $50.00
Specs: Wireless router, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line
With its top performance and easy setup, the Belkin 54g wireless router could be all you need to unwire your home.

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