My six-year old D-link router just died. I know next to nothing about these devices. I just need a basic wired router with one wan port and at least 3 of the other ports (lan ports?) to connect to computer, tivo, media player. I use a Time-Warner cable-modem, if that makes any difference. Thanks much.
I have used Net Gear routers for years with no complications ever. They install efforstlessly, and work tirelessly.
They're not the cheapest, but you get what you pay for.
Newegg.com - net gear routers
You would be hard-pressed to find a home router that wasn't inexpensive, to be honest. I used to recommend Linksys, but they have been doing some strange things with updates. I also have a Netgear, and it's been flawless.
Holy crap those start at $200 and got to $1,400!
My reccommendation is this: Newegg.com - TP-LINK TL-R402M 4-Port Cable/DSL Router 1 x 10/100Mbps WAN Ports 4 x 10/100Mbps LAN Ports
it has a 65% 5/5 rating and 18% 4/5 rating.
This is the best router on the market, for the price 59.00 you can't beat it.
I work in the networking section of this forum.
Newegg.com - D-Link Xtreme Gigabit Router (DIR-655) Wireless N300, USB SharePort, Gigabit
These days you can get a wireless one pretty cheap. There is no need to go with a wired one. Get a USB adapter for your PC with a wireless modem and you are in business without those wires. == If money is a problem, you might try these. I have no reason to think these would not be as good as the more expensive ones. This is a modem and USB adapter, in two separate buys, and you are setup wireless.
Encore ENHWI-2AN45 300Mbps Wireless N300 Router Two 5dBi Dipole Antennas 4-ports 10/100 Ethernet Switch-Best Computer Online Store - Buy with Discount Prices from Houston Texas-Directron.com
Encore ENUWI-2XN45 Wireless N300 USB Adapter Two 5dBi External Dipole Antennas with R-SMA Connectors-Best Computer Online Store - Buy with Discount Prices from Houston Texas-Directron.com
I use this Asus RTN12 300M Super Speed. I just use it hard wired. Remove the antennas and covered the antenna ports with tin foil. So far it has worked great but I don't use WIFI so I can't tell you how that works. Various prices $40.00 to $50.00.
FRYS.com*|*ASUS
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