D-link di-514

[rubberman]

Anyone have this wireless router? Tried doing a search on consumer reviews it see how reliable it is and couldnt find anything on this model. I can get it at bestbuy for $30 after rebates.

anyone?

[Roundabout]

Here are a couple of reviews I found on www.routerreviews.net - maybe this will help you a little. You can check that site for reviews of any others you might be interested in.


Reviews:
D-Link DI-514 Wireless Cable/DSL Router Reviews

Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Performs Well
Comment: This is just about as simple as Wireless Networking gets. You take this out of the box and it only takes a couple minutes to setup. This device practically walks you through every step and suddenly you are done and connecting your laptop wirelessly.

After setting this up I can now share my Internet with multiple devices (PC, Laptop, PS2, and whatever else is Internet capable.

I am happy with this router from D-Link because of the ease of use and simplicity of this router, oh and the low low price. Thanks D-Link!



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Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Hey, it works.
Comment: I just got cable internet and wanted to share it on my other computer. I've never used one before, and was able to set this up fairly quickly. It works fine, and there's really nothing more to say.
It's low cost comparing to other routers kinda bugged me before I used it, but not anymore. It works, and I can't see spending anymore on another one.



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Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Base 802.11b Router that does what it says
Comment: I bought this router because I wanted basic 802.11b wireless with my built in wireless adapter in my laptop. This was also my most inexpensive option with the mail in rebate and all.
So far I am pleased with my purchase since the setup and functionality were a breeze. This router has performed perfectly since day one. I get reliable wireless connections with my laptop, and our connection to the Internet is always up. Now all of our computers have access to our broadband with a nice firewall to protect us.

128-bit WEP causes no dips in speed, the range of the wireless is surprisingly good, and the parental controls provide some help in preventing ads and improper sites from appearing on all of our computer screens.

[rallynavvie]

I think I've got the 524 router from them, it's the 802.11g one, and the router itself works great. I have some serious problems with their USB wireless b adapter on my Dell. I haven't tried it on another system yet but it constantly connects and disconnects from the wireless network and then reboots the computer after a minute of this. I would suggest you use PCI wireless cards for your wireless computers rather than the USB adapter, or get a Linksys USB adapter. I've heard a lot of people say D-Link is cheap crap, and their USB adapters certainly seem to be, but I've had the best of experiences with their G products. I have a laptop with a G card in it from D-Link and can get great signals from all over my house, and the router is in the basement in one corner of the house. I did hear something about 2.4Ghz wireless networks causing interference on some DSL connections though; check with your provider first if you have DSL.