Looking to get a new router.

siblers

Want to get a new one as I currently have the standard one that you get when you get Eircom Broadband, can't gte it set up with ps3 (only nat 3, despite trying everything) and the wireless on it doesn't seem to work either. Was looking to get a Netgear one, something that's simple to use and that will work with my 360, PS3 and utorrent as well. Was thinking of this one http://www.amazon.co.uk/Netgear-WGR614UK-Wireless-Cable-Router/dp/B0000C1WO2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265322016&sr=8-3

Overheal

Everytime I have heard Netgear in a discussion its either down to "Thats Cheap! (As in, this cost me nothing. Great.)" Or "That thing was Cheap! (As in, Trash)"

I would will and always do reccomend the WRT54GL Linksys B/G Router. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Linksys-WRT54GL-Wireless-G-Broadband-Router/dp/B000ETX928/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265323140&sr=1-1

Keano

Overheal wrote: »

Everytime I have heard Netgear in a discussion its either down to "Thats Cheap! (As in, this cost me nothing. Great.)" Or "That thing was Cheap! (As in, Trash)"

I would will and always do reccomend the WRT54GL Linksys B/G Router. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Linksys-WRT54GL-Wireless-G-Broadband-Router/dp/B000ETX928/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265323140&sr=1-1

Overheal speaks the truth.

I own that model and only ever had 1 issue with it and that was connecting it to my PS3 but got that sorted.

bobbytables

+1 for the Linksys WRT54GL.

Once you have it, flash DD-WRT on to it and you'll have an excellent value router for yourself.

siblers

Nice one, slightly annoying it's so dead on Amazon, gonna have to look around for one.

Tech Guy Sligo

bobbytables wrote: »

+1 for the Linksys WRT54GL.

Once you have it, flash DD-WRT on to it and you'll have an excellent value router for yourself.

WHR-HP-G54
I have this router with DD-WRT, exellent performance.
Plus this router offically comes with dd wrt, so no need to flash your router with dd wrt which would void your warranty.

gyraterosboy

Please read my post eventhough its a modem router I'm talking about. This solves all problems permanently for home users. The thread is on the same page as yours ' Networking and gaming consoles ' Sorry dont know how to attach thread.

gyraterosboy

I purchased Asus N11 modem router from Argus the other day. This is the latest network technology and its absolutely fantastic. At the moment I have PC(wired), Laptop (wireless), 2xDSi (wireless), PS3 (wired), xbox 360 (wireless) and Wii (wireless) all connected and fully functional. The modem router allows you to prioritise gaming traffic with the press of a button or any other application for that matter. There is no installation CD, the Asus N11 once plugged to PC will detect settings within 60 seconds. I'm no tech. expert but have experimented with a few modem/routers. Belkin N+ (top of the range is not compatible with PS3 so stay away), perlico Zyxel 660hw T1v2 cant handle multiple devices at the same time. The Unpn is prone to change (for example when there is peak traffic on Perlico system which requires modem/ router reset to get NAT 2). There are problems setting up DSi's on Perlico Zyxel. Numerous attempts have been made to get connections BUT failed.

On the PS3 and Xbox, NAT is automaticllly open. No need to DMZ or portforward. The Upnp function is also automatically available. The modem router comes open (security access is optional). Neighbours are far enough away so as not to be able to pick up the unsecured network. Alot of the problems I come across with gaming consoles is security issuses like WEP. If your a homeuser, why not keep security open. However, one problem I did notice which I'm sure will be sorted with firmwave at some stage is that XBOX LIVE and PSN will disconnect every 5-10 minutes unless you disenable the firewall.

If you want uninterrupted gaming and fast internet connections - go for this router so long as you are prepared to pay over 100 euros and accept reduced security status. Talking to experts on Nets and Communications, they would agree that low security levels is not a problem for Home users.
Its more of an issue for a business.

Dermot Illogical

gyraterosboy wrote: »

If your a homeuser, why not keep security open. However, one problem I did notice which I'm sure will be sorted with firmwave at some stage is that XBOX LIVE and PSN will disconnect every 5-10 minutes unless you disenable the firewall.

If you want uninterrupted gaming and fast internet connections - go for this router so long as you are prepared to pay over 100 euros and accept reduced security status. Talking to experts on Nets and Communications, they would agree that low security levels is not a problem for Home users.
Its more of an issue for a business.

Until some wardriving paedo uses your wireless to download child abuse material and you have the police march in and take all your computer equipment.

jbloggs

Tomato is also a good firmware to use with the Linksys WRT54GL...