Is this router any good?

Pia · 16-03-2010, 09:56

Me = clueless

http://www.ebuyer.com/product/88488

I'm assuming it must be cos of the original price but that could be lies!

I am only on 10m but my v.old Netgear router isn't doing the job even after a firmware upgrade.

I won't spend anymore than that, and would prefer it to be less tbh.

(p.s how do i get one off Virgin anyway? That'd be even cheaper lol!)

Peter_ · 16-03-2010, 10:07

That is a good price for that router and by far the cheapest for that model if you google it.

You can try calling Virgin about getting a router of them but they may require you to upgrade to another package to be entitled for one.

Aragorn · 16-03-2010, 10:09

There is an old review here which reads pretty good.
It's not the latest tech, but for Â£25 you can't go too far wrong.
Afaik, us 10Mb customers can't get a free modem unless we upgrade.

Peter_ · 16-03-2010, 10:12

For that price I would go for it as to go cheaper you are looking at the likes of TP Link and you do not want to go there.

Pia · 16-03-2010, 12:09

Thanks for the replies, i've just realised it's not free delivery so i'm not impressed...

No chance of me upgrading my BB if anything i want to cut my services a bit cos i'm getting fed up of paying them Â£60 a month

Welshchris · 16-03-2010, 12:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moldova

For that price I would go for it as to go cheaper you are looking at the likes of TP Link and you do not want to go there.

why not? Ive used a number of TP link wireless N routers with no issues.

Spectato · 16-03-2010, 12:58

If you head over to eBay, there's a second-hander at Â£15 (with postage) ending in five hours.
Others for Â£26 (inc. postage).

(Note: "Refurbished" = "Second Hand")

Pia · 16-03-2010, 13:02

Spec have you got a link please?

Spectato · 16-03-2010, 13:14

Sent you a PM.
Not sure if it's a good idea (or allowed) to post eBay links in the forum.

Pia · 16-03-2010, 13:20

Thank you, i think i'll go for the refurb then cos it saves Â£12 by the time i paid ebuyer's p&p.

I'm a bit confused about what this means (red)
.

Quote:

Wireless Connectivity - Range Matters

The WPN824 RangeMax™ Wireless Router adjusts to interference and the physical barriers in your home to deliver up to 500,000 square feet of coverage. With RangeMax™ wireless dynamic connectivity there is no need to spend extra money on range extenders, repeaters and external antennas. There is also no need to throw away your older wireless devices; RangeMax™ is compatible with 802.11b, 802.11g and SuperG™ products and will boost their range and speed by up to 50%

Is it a proper router or is it meant to just boost my existing one? Or both?

Spectato · 16-03-2010, 13:37

Yep, you can use it as a regular router.

Aragorn · 16-03-2010, 13:42

It just means you don't have to upgrade the adapters in your PC / Laptop.

Pia · 16-03-2010, 13:45

Ahh I see, thanks

Peter_ · 16-03-2010, 13:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshchris

why not? Ive used a number of TP link wireless N routers with no issues.

Because you get what you pay for which is why they are so cheap and the only way to get support from them is online as they have no call centres, which may be an issue if you have a problem with them.

Welshchris · 16-03-2010, 16:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moldova

Because you get what you pay for which is why they are so cheap and the only way to get support from them is online as they have no call centres, which may be an issue if you have a problem with them.

Sounds like Virgin, send u to Netgear lol