wifi routers
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wifi routers
Hi,
I'm looking for a router -- only because mine has been occasionally dropping out lately. Not real often, but when it does I have to repower the router and the DSL modem.
It's a Belkin N450 -- and otherwise it's fine. But when I look now, the reviews are pretty horrible. So, I'm looking for a backup/replacement.
Here's the deal, I have 2 to 3 computers running, but not doing a lot. I don't game and I don't watch a lot of vids. I do use spotify, and we have a couple of Kindles.
Just wondering if anybody has had good experiences with a relatively low cost unit ( under $50). Given my usage and the fact that I'm on DSL, it doesn't have to be great, but it should have fair range -- one of my computes is in the basement.
Any thoughts appreciated.
Thanks,
hj
I'm looking for a router -- only because mine has been occasionally dropping out lately. Not real often, but when it does I have to repower the router and the DSL modem.
It's a Belkin N450 -- and otherwise it's fine. But when I look now, the reviews are pretty horrible. So, I'm looking for a backup/replacement.
Here's the deal, I have 2 to 3 computers running, but not doing a lot. I don't game and I don't watch a lot of vids. I do use spotify, and we have a couple of Kindles.
Just wondering if anybody has had good experiences with a relatively low cost unit ( under $50). Given my usage and the fact that I'm on DSL, it doesn't have to be great, but it should have fair range -- one of my computes is in the basement.
Any thoughts appreciated.
Thanks,
hj
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HJ
If you want a good router for around $50 price get the Linksys/Cisco N600/E2500
It is a dual band router..
If you want a little cheaper with single band they have the linksys N300/E900P
I have installed them for a few customers with no problems
If you want a good router for around $50 price get the Linksys/Cisco N600/E2500
It is a dual band router..
If you want a little cheaper with single band they have the linksys N300/E900P
I have installed them for a few customers with no problems
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From: Airdrie Alberta
I got a wifi modem/router in one from my cable company. Was supposed to be $50 and I also asked them to upgrade my service. I was never billed for the unit and also my bills did not go up. Don't think my service was upgraded but I will not complain as the modem/router works great and I don't mind keeping my extra $50!
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If you have to reboot the DSL modem it's more likely an DSL problem then the router. I had the same issue with the DSL modem before I ditched it, throwing it in the freezer for 15-20 min before I used it in the evenings significantly helped the cutting out.
Before throwing money at a new router, the next time it cuts out try plugging a computer directly into the DSL. If it has an Internet connection it's the router, if there is no Internet it's probably the DSL modem.
Before throwing money at a new router, the next time it cuts out try plugging a computer directly into the DSL. If it has an Internet connection it's the router, if there is no Internet it's probably the DSL modem.
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