[Anthony]

Just wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a wireless router? The one that came with my internet is the weak link (and out of warranty), so I'm looking for a replacement.

I've read about the new Draft N stuff and that is not necessary, but I would like 4 gigabit ports, which would pretty much limit me to the new N routers.

I would also like multiple antennas, as it has to be in the basement and third floor reception is okay, but can be spotty.

I want to move up to WPA2. I've been using WEP and have not been happy about it for years.

So far I've looked at the D-Link D-4500 and D-655. But always welcome another suggestion. I would like to stay below $100 if possible.

Thanks,
Anthony

 

[Anthony]

Thanks for the update. An update of my own: I ended up going with a D-Link 655 Wireless N router.

There were some growing pains, and it has the dreaded overheat reboot problem when it's being really taxed, but with some mods, I fixed it:

Updated firmware
Enabled G mode only (all my clients are 802.11g)
Dialed down the power to low mode (small townhouse, no need to blare it across the street )

I usually get sustained throughput of 20 down and 5 up on my Fios, and I get 800mbps Cat 6 to Cat 6. No dropouts streaming Netflix, Hulu, or Xbox live -- and I run streaming audio and video to a Squeezebox and Xbox from a small home media server.

Overall, I'm happy with my purchase -- soooo much better than the Actiontec that came with Fios.