Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband Router | 
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| Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $73.37
Buy New: $44.39
You Save: $28.98 (39%)
New (46) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $31.99
Rating:  191 reviews
Sales Rank: 27
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Windows XP Professional Edition
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 2.10
CPU Type: PowerPC G4
Processors: 1
System Memory: 2000
Memory Type: SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 1
Modem: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 11.3 x 9.5 x 2.7
nv:Device Type: Wireless Router
Form Factor: Desktop
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11b
Wireless Data Transfer Rates: 54 Mbps
Wireless Transmit Power: 18 dBm
Security Protocols: WPA
Security Protocols: 128-bit WEP
Security Protocols: 64-bit WEP
Security Protocols: WPA2
Networking Standards: IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T
Networking Standards: IEEE 802.3u Ethernet 100Base-TX
Routing / Firewall Protoccols: TCP/IP
Routing / Firewall Protoccols: DHCP
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: WRT54G2
Model: WRT54G2
UPC: 745883584062
EAN: 0745883584062
ASIN: B0014J07R2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | All-in-one Internet-sharing router, 4-port switch, and Wireless-G (802.11g) access point | | • | Shares a single Internet connection and other resources with Ethernet wired and Wireless-G and -B devices | | • | Push button setup feature makes wireless configuration secure and simple | | • | High security: Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), wireless MAC address filtering, powerful SPI firewall |
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Product Description
The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is three devices in one. The Wireless Access Point lets you connect both Wireless-G (802.11g at 54Mbps) and Wireless-B (802.11b at 11Mbps) devices to the network. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Connect four PCs directly, or attach more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. The Router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection. All your computers can print on a shared printer connected anywhere in the house. Your computers can share all kinds of music, digital picture, and document files. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature makes it easy to configure your wireless devices. Just push the button on the Router and on your other Wi-Fi Protected Setup enabled wireless device to automatically create a WPA2 connection that protects your data and privacy with up to 256-bit industrial-strength encryption. The Router can serve as a DHCP Server, has a powerful SPI firewall to protect your PCs against intruders and most known Internet attacks, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Advanced configuration is a snap with the web-browser-based interface. Power, Wireless, LAN (1-4), Internet, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) LEDs Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), WEP, and Wireless MAC Filtering Security Key Bits FCC, UL, CE, Wi-Fi (802.11b, 802.11g), WPA2, and WMM Certification System Requirements - Internet Explorer 6.0 or Firefox 1.0 or higher for Web-based Configuration, CD-ROM Drive, Windows XP or Vista, and Network Adapter or Wireless Network Adapter Dimensions - 7.99 x 1.38 x 6.3 (203x35x160mm) Weight - 9.88 ounces (0.28 kg)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 186 more reviews...
 Trouble setting up, Linksys Technical Support terrible! October 10, 2008
Darren (New Jersey)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I received this product yesterday and the router's setup CD errored out almost immediately. During the very start of the setup, when it scans for Internet ports, it kept reporting error 311, that I could not set up the router on a wireless connection (???). My PC setup is a very simple arrangement. I use Windows XP. My Motorola cable modem is connected directly to an Ethernet port on the back of my PC. A router or any wireless device has never been connected to my PC.
After checking my device/network settings (all fine) and rebooting the cable modem and PC, and retrying the setup CD several times, all with the same result (the error), I called Linksys Technical Support. (I also found that others reported this same error on Linksys' forum, but the question was never answered).
Support was horrible. First off, it was so noisy there I could barely hear the guy. He had problems hearing me as well, and he initially asked if I could call back on another phone. I was calling on a land line phone, the problem was on his end... it sounded like a crowded party over there. 100 people all conversing at the same time.
I explained the problem. He did not have me check anything on my PC or walk me through anything. He came to the conclusion that the problem was a setting in my cable modem and he gave me 2 options. #1, he could install "a diagnostic program" on my PC remotely, but this would cost $9.95. #2, I can call my ISP (Cablevision) and have them make the modem "router-compatible". Both options seemed ridiculous but I opted to call Cablevision and run this by them rather than pay $9.95, which I deemed unfair.
In all honesty though, although my conversation with Linksys Support lasted all of ten minutes, I was happy to get off the phone with them as communicating through all the noise on his end was arduous to say the least.
As you probably suspected, Cablevision said there are NO setting in the modem that they can change, and the rep at Cablevision was very familiar with my router as he owns one himself. He walked me through checking my network settings, etc. He was familiar with the router's setup CD and the router's setup process. We were on the phone for about 30 mins. He was baffled and ended up telling me that I really needed to call Linksys Technical Support again.
I didn't call Linksys back. In the end, I was able to set up the router without using the CD. So far, so good. As far as Linksys Technical Support is concerned though, they get a flying "F". They were a useless waste of time.
I purchased this wireless router so my Playstation 3 can wirelessly connect to the Internet, and I have to add that the wireless setup on the PS3 side was amazing. After finally getting the router set up, I dreaded the thought of setting up the PS3 to communicate with it, but as far as the PS3 end of it is concerned, it automatically configured and connected itself to the router's wireless signal in less than a minute.
 Wonderful! :) October 10, 2008
Nicholas Laport
This is my first and perhaps the best wirless router ever. It is a very sleek design. The signal is never dropped, it works everywhere in my house, even the basement. I usually always get at least three bars, and internet is fast.
The installation is very quick and convenient. Just put in the CD, and follow the instructions provided, I had it up and running within 15-20 minutes of taking it out of the box.
:) Great product.
 No issues so far October 9, 2008
Samir Khan (Palatine, IL)
I had a TRENDnet router before i purchased this one.....I am impressed by the eaasy setup and so far it has been working fine with no glitches to note....Overall much better than TRENDnet...
 its ok i guess October 7, 2008
Julissa Rodriguez (Ausin, TX)
its an ok device. it is my first time purchasing a router so i did not know what expect... overall it works well except it does not have a magnificent speed but i believe that is our internet provider's fault...who knows... cuz i dont :)
No sweat October 7, 2008
Tom Leighton (Minneapolis, MN United States)
I'm reasonably competent w/ computer stuff but hadn't done a home network yet. So I was expecting to work through some technical setup stuff when I got this. But I was happy that there was very little to do to get it up and running. And it worked well right off the bat.
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