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Summary: version specific
Review: I own three of these things.. one V1, two V2s..What ever you do, dont own a V1.. its not ready
for primtime.. there is a reason after all why they
created a V2. Techsupport is pathetic.. Hope you never have to
call them.. I have been trying to get the V1 to email
logfiles ever since we have purchased it.. if you get
a V1, save the box and return it.. Setup was easy, the web interface is not difficult.. just
hope you dont have issues.. they will not get resolved
talking to the techsupport folks..
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Summary: High performing B-band router
Review: I was pleasantly surprised when I purchased this router as a low-cost wi-fi connection for a second home. I normally avoid connecting via B-band frequencies because of its interference with cordless phones, TV's, microwaves and other electronic devices, but the NetGear MR814 surprised me. My other home is possibly the most unfriendly battleground for 802.11b signals. It has about 15 cordless phones in a variety of 2.4Ghz and 900 Mhz signals, in addition to a pluthora of other electronic devices. However, the MR814 performed flawlesslesly, even when I held my cordless phone right up to the transmitting antennas. Range is excellent throughout our 6 bedroom house, though it is susceptible to some dead spots and interfering devices. Remember that NetGear is a Nortel Networks spin-off, a leading communications networking manufacturer.
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Summary: Works out of the box
Review: This is a great, sleek little wireless router. I have two PC computers in my apartment and an iBook with an Airport card. I simply connected the Netgear router to my DSL modem and it worked for all three computers right out of the box. Wireless security is simple with the web-based router configuration tool. Set up was a snap. I was able to set up a small network and secure the wireless network in 5 minutes.
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Summary: very un happy
Review: I spent 4 weeks with customer service, who were very patient and helpfull, but in the end we could never get it to work with my speedstream modem. I finally gave up, took my losses and bought a syslink.
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Summary: Overall Great Product
Review: This product looks and works great!!! Its easy to use and setup and configure. It took me less than 5 minutes to setup and start surfing wirelessly. It has acceptable range. I have also tried the Micrsoft Wireless, but I am alot more satisfied with this product. There are no software needed unlike Microsft. I have done some researching and price watching, and I have found this to be by far the best deal. I got mine for [$$] after rebate!!! Great!! Overall I am very satisfied with this Netgear Wireless.
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Summary: DOES NOT WORK FOR MORE THAN 20 MINUTES ON A CENTRINO LAPTOP
Review: I bought this router and discovered that every 20 minutes it booted me off. so I returned it and got another one, figuring that the first one was defective. It works fine wired and with other wireless aplications BUT NOT WITH CENTTRINO.
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Summary: Make sure you buy the 2nd version
Review: In contrast with the many complaints, I have no problem with mine since I bought the 2nd or newer version of the router. Make sure you buy a the new version (2nd version) instead of updating the firmware. I would suggest calling netgear first to get UPC code of the new version (each version is different) before buying since most of the sales people I talked to did not know the difference between old and new version (sales person usually convince you to buy and may tell you something that might not be true so be careful).
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Summary: Avoid
Review: This nice looking unit worked fine at first. Over time it has developed a nasty habit of requiring a reboot (unplug to power down...there is no on/off switch) due to lost wireless connection with my laptop (a couple times per day now). My unit is either going in for a refund or it will be thrown against a wall in frustration. I expected more from Netgear. Maybe these units are built and priced now to be disposable...like inkjet printers.
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Summary: No Problems and I'm using Macs
Review: When I was looking for a new wireless router that could fit my tight budget, accomodate two wired Macs and a wireless 802.11g (Airport Extreme) Powerbook the first thing I decided was that I couldn't afford an Airport Basestation or the new, and therefore pricey, 802.11g routers (which, by the way, usually will not speed up your dsl/cable connection to the internet, only your connection to other computers connected directly to the router). I did quite a bit of research and found a great deal of inconsistent feedback concerning this and other routers. So, I'd just like to set the record straight for other Mac users possibly in the same boat - I've got a G3 and G4 wired to this router and a 12in Powerbook connected wirelessly. I've had zero problems over the last three months and say that for the price (including rebate) this is an awesome router for my needs. (NOTE: The Airport extreme Card is backwards compatible, meaning that it connects to this router at 802.11b speeds - which has been fine for my needs including steaming music, etc.).
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Summary: Great wireless router for the Mac
Review: I previously bought a Linksys, which worked well, but they don't support the Mac, which is a bit of a headache. This Netgear router worked perfectly from the second I plugged it in, and it even has instructions for the Mac in the manual. Not to mention how incredibly inexpensive it is. Highly recommended.
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