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Well, I am just strugling my @ss off getting that Cisco 1750 to work, so you guys know what, I'm going to sell the thing off at 'bid or buy' or something before I snap it in flippen half!:mad:

Now that I got that off my chest, what routers do you guys propose I try. Please no wireless (I've got no other equipment).

Also if you could post what 'real' benefits you got from your router, and maybe where I could find it.:)
 
You couldn't get it to work at all, or it doesn't work 100%?

Cause I have a dlink di-624 which works, but some days I have to restart it to get it working. I don't know if the problem lies with iburst or the router...
 
Can't work, IOS too old and way TOO expensive to update!
 
For entry level I recommend the TrendNet TW100-BRF114 with the latest firmware. Works well.
 
Ok, I have to be the dumbass so here goes. Why does one need a router? Is it for speed, security, connecting multiple devices (Skype, Wi-FI)? What exactly?
 
Its mostly to connect multiple PC's. Skype phone is a plus and so is being able to share your conenction wirelessly.. wifi i geuss.

It also adds some security as most routers have a built in firewall which can run on the whole connection securing every PC without taking up any recourses on your PC.
 
I use my router, as a firewall, and to do routing to various boxes on my premises that provide services, as well as the obvious use of managing the connection and protecting my network from the outside. Very useful piece of equipment.
 
On a home network, a router ensures that each pc/laptop has firewalled internet access, and is not dependent on the uptime of a server. It also removes much of the iffyness of Windows XP networking. Routers work exceptionally well with Windows default settings. Whereas using a PC as your internet server often means a lot fiddling around with IP settings, DNS and firewalls, boith on the server and the clients.

I've had experience with D-Link and Lynksys. In every department: build quality, signal stability, reliability, Lynksys is superior. After a very patchy, and tempremental performance from D-Link equipment (and having to muck about with antennas and reflectors in remote areas of the hourse), I bought a Lynksys WRT54GSv4, which just ruins and runs, connects easily with all the hardware, and never needs a reboot. There are 3 laptops, 2 wireless desktops, and 2 wired desktops, and of course, Iburst, connecting to the router. Magic.
 
I use a Linksys. Works well. Make sure you don't get a Linksys WRT54Gv5. In fact I think if you get one with GL branding that should have linux as its OS.
 
Jongi said:
Make sure you don't get a Linksys WRT54Gv5.
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That's an important consideration. I use third party firmware, HyperWRT on my router. On version 5, however, you are pretty much stuck with the manufacturers firmware.
 
The DD-WRT Micro now works with the v5. But micro (as you can guess) means it is not the full functionality available to the other routers in the Linksys range.
 
A router is a layer 3 device. That is it uses Internet Protocol (IP) to route your packets to ISP. Without a L3 device you will be unable to connect to any remote server or ip. the 1750 needs proper configurations like most cisco routers. What do you want to use the router for?
 
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I have an ethernet switch( no set up, just plug in cables), which for my small home network is fine, each computer has its own software firewall
 
Well, mine did ruin my day, till I figured it out ;)

After that, rock solid:
DI-604 4 port 10/100 Ethernet Broadband Router with WAN port to UTD. Except for the first two days, it has been rock solid. Built in firewall, NAT & DHCP. However, the best part - CHEAP !

Connected to Apple Mac, Windoze, Sun systems and Linux ... or what ever I am messing with. I just set it up for DHCP. My networking is the least of my worries, till IBurst themselves flake out (often). I then disconnect it and patch directly into my PC for diagnostics before phoning. Never once the little D-Link yet :)
 
What's the longest you guys could keep one single connection going before it bombs out? And what was the reason for the disconect?
 
1 1/2 weeks

reason = iBurst basestation down for maintenance
 
JTech said:
1 1/2 weeks

reason = iBurst basestation down for maintenance
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1 month. i can only connect to one tower so no tower jumping for me. normally i shut down my pc on the last day of the month.

but this wasn't always the case. i had a disconection every morning. glad im rid of that.
 
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