Good Wireless 802.11g Router for SB3?

Horizons · « **on:** 16 Jan 2006, 05:18 pm »

I currently have a Linksys b-based router. However, I really want to upgrade to a g-based router before installing the SB3 and Slimserver.

Are the Linksys/Netgear/? etc. routers all equally compatible with the SB3 and Slimserver?

Paul_Bui · « **Reply #1 on:** 16 Jan 2006, 05:47 pm »

I've been using a Linksys WRT54G for over a year with success. However, after playing with the SB2 for several months I think I will upgrade to the Linksys WRT54GS (with SpeedBooster) for even a better wireless performance. In the interim I added a Linksys Access Point WPA54G and several antennas to boost the signal strength.

mcgsxr · « **Reply #2 on:** 16 Jan 2006, 05:52 pm »

I had the WRT54G, and it was pretty buggy - lots out there on the Net about how the recent firmware is trash...

I returned it, and have had success with the WRT54GS.

Tweaker · « **Reply #3 on:** 16 Jan 2006, 07:56 pm »

I have a Linksys WAP54G and it works just fine.

ricmon · « **Reply #4 on:** 16 Jan 2006, 09:50 pm »

Look for buzz words like MIMO and GbE. Or just try the D-Link DLG-4300 GamerLounge Router, which specializes in allowing for 256 levels of QoS prioritization. The integrated GamerFuel technology can automatically assign prioritizations, but users can go in and fine-tune a variety of application types, not just games.

edsel6502 · « **Reply #5 on:** 24 Jan 2006, 06:34 am »

The Linksys WRT54G can be found as a bargain.

For the most part. Linksys keeps its firmware fairly up to date.

You can also get opensource firmware if you want fancier features.

DSK · « **Reply #6 on:** 24 Jan 2006, 07:04 am »

I've been using the Netgear WPN824 MIMO router (7 internal antennae) that automatically configures itself for the best signal path. It is upstairs and a room across from the SB2 and gets 85% signal strength. Never had a dropout. I believe Wayne at Bolder Cables uses the same router.

The netgear website has a link to independent measurements that were done, comparing the signal strength (straight line and through walls) against the Linksys WRT54 and something else (can't remember).