Switching from wired to wireless. Need router.


  1. 77273GU
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    Switching from wired to wireless. Need router.


    Hello, I need to switch from a wired network to a wireless network. Santa is bringing a new laptop. I guess the best way is to change routers. Not sure what to go with. I would appreciate recommendations on a reliable model. I currently have 2 desktops, PS3 and a TV on the wired network. Ive looked at and read the reviews on a Linksys-Newegg.com - LINKSYS E3000 Wireless Router simultaneous Dual Band Gigabit 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz / 5GHz up to 300Mbps with USB Built-in UPnP AV Media Server and an Asus-Newegg.com - ASUS RT-N16 Wireless Router 802.11b/g/n up to 300Mbps DD-WRT Open Source support with USB Storage, Printer And Media Server.
    For the most part the reviews are good but there a bunch of bad ones. Just wondering if any one brand is considered more reliable than the others. I don't know anything about open source firmware. Its mentioned quite a bit in the reviews.

    This is what I think I need: Gigabit speed, N support and under $100. Any other specs I need to check out?

    Thanks
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  3. Maguscreed
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    My honest suggestion based on my own experience is trendnet or belkin.
    I've had horrible experience with both dlink and linksys.
    They all seem to die within a year and a half.
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  4. lhorwinkle
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    Linksys, the industry front-runner. Easy choice. Very reliable.
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  6. whs
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    I have good experience too with Linksys. The last one I bought earlier this year for $40 (N router) at Bestbuy. At another place I also have a Linksys with integrated modem. Works flawlessly since 3 years.
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  7. Maguscreed
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    whs said:
    I have good experience too with Linksys. The last one I bought earlier this year for $40 (N router) at Bestbuy. At another place I also have a Linksys with integrated modem. Works flawlessly since 3 years.
    Glad someone has had good experience with them.

    Though I seem to be that always an exception to the rule guy
    ocz ram works great for me
    linksys and dlink have both been horrible to me.

    ...stuff like that.
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  8. 77273GU
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    Thanks for the replies. I'm leaning toward the Linksys. I think its on sale for one more day. Seems to be a good price.
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