 "2 Years, No Problems" | 2008-06-11 |
| - Reviewed By sbfraser3 |
| I've had the Belkin Pre-N for over 2 years now with no problems. Let me say that I only use this for one other computer, not a big network, and I'm using the matching Belkin desktop card. Would have given this 5 stars except that the documentation and web based set up could be a LOT better, especially for setting up the security functions. I don't seem to be able to "back up" my current settings from the tool, which makes me a little nervous when changing a lot of settings. Otherwise, I haven't had any functional problems the entire time. |
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 "Great Range cannot FTP" | 2008-06-03 |
| - Reviewed By User: AH78739MJ6KQM |
This router has excellent range! Setup is simple.
Sadly you can't upload on FTP using this router. I was wondering if anybody can advise a workaround for this FTP problem!! |
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| "Stable, easy to configure, good range but weak signal" | 2008-03-16 |
| - Reviewed By zino1 |
I've been using the Pre-N since April of 2006 and have never had any of the issues reported here of crashes or dropped signals. Really... NEVER. The signal is received well by my G4 Powerbook, as well as two other networked Powerbooks 75-100 feet away in another building. Both the building the router is in, and the building where the remote users are located, have standing-seam metal roofs... it's even tough picking up local FM radio in this place.
We use the Belkin USB Wireless G adapters (RaLink software drivers download here: http://www.ralinktech.com/ralink/Home/Support/Macintosh.html) There aren't yet any N adapters with Mac drivers that I've found. I get clean signals, if a bit weak. Still, it's strong enough for file-transfers and Internet use.
I've only called Belkin support once, for help configuring the security setup, which is actually easy but I'd never done it before. The help was there when I needed it... your mileage may vary, as in all things.
In any case, the Pre-N router is more highly-rated on C-Net and other sites than many much-newer devices, including Belkin's own N router. |
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 "Great Router, Better than Linksys" | 2007-09-27 |
| - Reviewed By setatarganyan |
| I previously owned a Linksys router (I beliver it was a WMP54G). I had nothing but problems with that router. It kept disconnecting me from the internet, I would have to reset it or troubleshoot it. The Linksys finally gave out after two years of use. I purchased this router to replace the Linksys and have never looked back. I will always buy Belkin from now on. Not only has it lasted over two years but I have never been disconnected from the internet. The signal is also stronger than the linksys. I believe that this router even has lifetime warranty so no regrets. |
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| "Wireless router" | 2007-08-14 |
| - Reviewed By User: A9A2PR663ED1V |
| Works really well, I don't know if the actual N router would be any faster because I have yet to try it, but this pre N works great |
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| "Nice" | 2007-07-31 |
| - Reviewed By blippo4 |
| Easy setup,and has been working flawlessly since I bought it. Am very pleased with this purchase |
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| "An oldie but goodie!" | 2007-07-30 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1H6J58FQPXQGR |
| This is an excellent product and the second one I've purchased. A technician friend of mine recommended it and said it is better than the newer routers whose technology has not been perfected. He was right! It has excellent range and signal strength. So far it has been maintenence free! |
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 "Great product but do not rely on them for tech support" | 2007-07-29 |
| - Reviewed By dan323 |
This is my second Belkin Pre-n router. Product was fantastic on the first one and support was too. So I bought a another one and I couldn't get it working. I called them and they blamed it on the ISP (same ISP that the first Router was set up on fine). I spent hours on the phone with no resolve. I finally came to the conclusion that there must be something wrong with the router and I pushed really hard to request to have it replaced. They agreed. I was told Belkin would call me back in 24 hours to set up a replacement router. I called back after 72hrs because they didn't call me and they told me that they will call me back in 12hrs. Now its already a week since that first 24hrs and they have not called me back.
I will never buy a Belkin product again. The switch to Pakistan for Tech Support definitely short changed their customers. They've impatient, don't speak English well, rude and have not followed up with the promise to replace the router. Its been a nightmare.
Belkin F5D8230-4 Wireless 802.11x Pre-N RouterBelkin F5D8230-4 Wireless 802.11x Pre-N Router2.4 GHz Wireless Pre-N Router + 4-Port Switch for PC and Mac /- 1 Each |
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| "Great router!!!" | 2007-07-25 |
| - Reviewed By nd96 |
| I have owned this router for about 2 years now. I have never had a single problem with it. It has great range - more than 1000ft line of sight - all the way down to my front gate. I leave it plugged in upside down my home attic, with the 3 antennas exposed on the back porch. It gets well above 130 degrees in the attic during the summer months. I have never had to reboot or mess with the settings on the unit since I first installed it. I would highly recommend it! |
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 "I liked it until . . ." | 2007-07-21 |
| - Reviewed By pcjohnd |
This router performed well, pushing our wireless reach to corners of the house our Internet signal could not otherwise reach. However, after about a year of good service, things began to go awry. First the wired side of the router became erratic, then failed completely, a tragedy for the wired connections that included our network attached storage backup device and a laser printer. Then the wireless side started behaving erratically.
We've ordered the "final" Belkin N product, and are living on an ancient D-Link G wireless access pointand an even older Netgear wired router. Ah well, the vicissituedes of solid state technology when it goes less than solid . . . |
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