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Summary: Still a few glitches but a very good value
Review: This sets up and works like a charm, the documentation is adequate. Make sure to update the firmware. There are still a few glitches (such as insecure remote administration). But for the price it's an excellent deal for the SOHO. I am very pleased with it.
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Summary: limited resuls
Review: This was NOT easy to install. It took a month back and forth to the computer store to get the right PC cards, then replacing with the USB card because the Linksys PC cards require 100% use of the computer port of choice. So back to the store to get a USB powered port adapter. Now, brand new, the signal for 40 feet between computers varies dramatically from zero to 100% and frequently disconnects from the DSL on the computer sitting directly next to this unit. It works (finally), but intermittantly, which is useless. Since it took me two months to figure all of this out, I cannot return it. Tech service suggests I purchase the BEFW11S4 unit because the antennae are better.DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT!
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Summary: Weak inconsistant signal
Review: This was NOT easy to install. It took a month back and forth to the computer store to get the right PC cards, then replacing with the USB card because the Linksys PC cards require 100% use of the computer port of choice. So back to the store to get a USB powered port adapter. Now, brand new, the signal for 40 feet between computers varies dramatically from zero to 100% and frequently disconnects from the DSL on the computer sitting directly next to this unit. It works (finally), but intermittantly, which is useless. Since it took me two months to figure all of this out, I cannot return it. Tech service suggests I purchase the BEFW11S4 unit because the antennae are better. DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT!
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Summary: Crashed constantly, then stopped working -- tried 3 of them!
Review: To make a long story short, I'm throwing out my Linksys BEFW11P1 and buying a NetGear. The gory details: My first unit (yes, this has been a saga) "worked" for several months, but needed to be rebooted about 3-4 times a day and I was never able to get the PrinterServer to work. After about nine months, I finally decided to upgrade the firmware to fix these problems, and that's when the real problems started. Soon after the upgrade, both of my computers lost their association with the router. Linksys tech support spent about 45 minutes with me and then determined that the unit was a goner. An RMA and three weeks later (!), I received unit #2. Unit #2 worked for about four hours and then went south -- I couldn't get on the Internet and I couldn't even access the router's setup web pages -- even when directly connected to its PC port. An RMA and about five weeks (!) later, unit #3 was eventually shipped to me and after about 36 hours of working, it also went south. I spent countless more hours with tech support (who was as patient and persistent as you could hope, but simply did not have the deep skills needed for the job) -- to no avail. And if these problems weren't bad enough, it gets worse. These problems started before my one-year warranty was over, but due to Linksys' slow response to my problems, the warranty is now up. How does Linksys respond? They've basically said that I'm stuck with the unit because the warranty is now up. I will never buy from Linksys again. I just ordered a NetGear who my friend tells my works flawlessly.
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Summary: poor user manual and tech support
Review: took me 3 frustrating nights and some info i found on the internet but i finally got everything to work. just a few tips for people....
1. default password is "admin" to get to the setup page
2. make sure you enter a device name under the setup page or else the print server won't work
3. if you have a hp712c printer you need to disable the bidirectional support for the print server to work
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Summary: Many problems logging into the web based setup utility...
Review: Web based setup utility looks pretty. Was impressed at first. Great documentation. Don't change the internal LAN IP address or DHCP scope. I have had to firmware flash the unit several times. Works for a while then can't reach the unit again through the web based setup utility. Called tech support, sounded like I was not very bright for changing the internal scope. Guess it would be better to re-scope my entire LAN? Why is the product capable of re-scope? Very dis-satisfied with the product. Have purchased another brand, very stable product, unlike the Linksys, very satisfied now. Have had problems with a Linksys ethernet print server, also in the past. Will never buy Linksys anything again. First time to complain like this in my life I think.
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Summary: Device is defective and manufacturer is unresponsive
Review: When I've got data going through the device to the Internet, I end up with either stray lines across the page that aren't there when there's no traffic to the Internet, or the page being ejected (form feed), or both. I'm on the latest release version of firmware (1102). I've also emailed tech support several times and have received no reply. I've verified the problem is the Linksys device by using two different printers (HP & Canon) plus a dedicated Lantronix print server. Only the Linksys configuration fails. I first thought that there was some electromagnetic interference between my cable modem and the Linksys, but I've separated them physically by over 20 feet, and they are on separate AC power circuits. My only way to print is to unplug the cable modem so that the Linksys can't send any traffic. I wish I had not bought this device!
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Summary: Versatility and Integration Marvel
Review: Who else but Linksys could provide such an array of features and applications with the easiest of interfaces and set-ups? I plugged it in, and used my browser, and now I'm surfing the web while drinking martinis by the pool. Like any new gadget, I immediately picked up firmware from Linksys.com and I'm getting 11Mbps a full 50' away from the router (at poolside). BEST OF ALL, I gain a Print Server and a wireless card to slap into my laptop when I go to work. Who could ask for more?
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Summary: Longevity is questionable.
Review: Worked well for about 18 months, then started to require frequent reboots. Finally the power supply or something else has died. On hold with tech support, it appears longevity of this product is the main question. Reading other reviews, I wouldn't recomend a purchase of this product.
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