| Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband Router | 
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| Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $73.37
Buy New: $38.99
You Save: $34.38 (47%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  118 reviews
Sales Rank: 14
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Modem: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 11.4 x 9.6 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 113 more reviews...
 Great router once you get it set up August 21, 2008
I purchased this router to replace my WRT54G which died after 5 years of continuous use. Considering the performance of my previous Linksys, going w/ their product again was a simple decision. I stuck w/ wireless-G because there is little to no feedback suggesting wireless-n technology increases performance. Plus, I hoped I would have no trouble configuring my router sticking w/ a similar product.
I have AT&T's express DSL service w/ up to 1.5 Mbps downstream. I while my connection speed may not be blazing, I'm quite happy w/ the performance for my home use. I notice no drop in speed using my Linksys wireless vs. direct ethernet connection.
I was pleasantly surprised to find my signal range was slightly greater than my previous router. I only say this as I tend to get better signal quality at my laptop. I cannot offer any specs or "scientific proof," just my casual observation.
I notice a lot of people complain about setup. I spent around 2 1/2 hrs setting my network up, but it probably had more to do w/ my lack of computer savvy than the Linksys product. Initially, I followed along w/ the included CD setting up the router using my laptop (Windows based). My fatal error came when I decided to use WPA encryption - higher security, why not? Well, the CD warns that older computers (hence my laptop) may not be compatible w/ WPA. Had no problem connecting our iMac; the included instructions were easy to follow and worked beautifully. When I went to connect my laptop, trouble ensued and I really made a mess of things BFG'ing my way through fixing it. I finally configured for WEP encryption - the same I had w/ my previous router - and things are now copasetic.
Bottom line, I am very pleased w/ Linksys wireless-g routers. I probably would have had no setup problems if I had paid closer attention to the instructions. Either way, I highly recommend this product.
Perfect and compact August 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The router is incredibly easy to set up and does most of the configuring for you. It also has no antennas to determine its place in a room. I have it on a very small shelf on top of my DVD player and it works perfectly. Essentially, it take up no space and runs very nicely. The speed is fine and the signal I have is always very strong (then again, i'm never more than 10' from it).
works great August 15, 2008
Great little router. It is smaller and sleeker than the traditional Linksys routers. Works great.
Great router, better than the original WRT54G August 15, 2008
Works really well, don't have a huge house, but the router gives a nice range, haven't had any problems anywhere in my house. I upgraded from the original blue WRT54G, which I loved, but think the G2 is a little better.
So far.. I love it!! August 14, 2008
Very easy to install and works great!
Size is ok.. not too big.. Normal size as other router...
Also, I like how it look..
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