wireless router+usb wireless adaptor

[d65]

Is this a good deal,I know little about these things.I curently connect with cable modem through the ethernet port.
This pack includes Wireless Cable router and USB wireless Adaptor. Wire-free networking for your home or small office. True Firewall and WPA-PSK encryption protects against intruders. Parents can block access to offensive websites/content. Easy set-up with NETGEAR's unique Smart Wizard. Automatically detects best connection to your ISP Wireless USB Adaptor: versatile - use with Desktop PC or Laptop Computer. Compatible with 802.11b wireless networks. Wireless Data Speed of up to 54Mbps.
£55 delivered.

[rdhw]

Until you can confirm the exact model number of what you are proposing to buy, I would say: don't buy it. It is not clear from your description whether it is compatible with an ethernet connection such as NTL modems offer. For instance, if it is a combined ADSL modem/router, it will not work on NTL cable.

[festoid]

With the advent of 10Mbps be wary of routers whos individual ports are a max of 10Mbps, also i have found from experience that wireless isn't as fast as hardwired from the same router, however its personnal choice as to peoples preferred transmission system.

Look for a router that is at least 802.11G to allow for future expansion, 802.11b is now on its upper limits with cable.

edit: just re-read your original post, lol, it is 802.11G, sounds ok for the price.

[d65]

Originally Posted by rdhw

Until you can confirm the exact model number of what you are proposing to buy, I would say: don't buy it. It is not clear from your description whether it is compatible with an ethernet connection such as NTL modems offer. For instance, if it is a combined ADSL modem/router, it will not work on NTL cable.

Here is a link to the product,I have A £30 discount code.
http://www.lxdirect.com/rf/navigatio...product&Nao=36

[festoid]

I just had a quick look on Ebay for netgear routers, heres a suitable model at a fraction of the price

Netgear WGT634U , refurbed around £29, new around £45-50

And this ones 108Mbps so excellent between PC's and will cope with any cable speeds currently available

[rdhw]

Originally Posted by d65

Here is a link to the product, I have A £30 discount code.
http://www.lxdirect.com/rf/navigatio...product&Nao=36

That site is a bit hopeless, as they do not say what model they are trying to sell you. But from the picture it looks like the Netgear WGR614 plus the WG111 USB 802.11g adapter. In which case, it is compatible with NTL cable modems

[d65]

Originally Posted by rdhw

That site is a bit hopeless, as they do not say what model they are trying to sell you. But from the picture it looks like the Netgear WGR614 plus the WG111 USB 802.11g adapter. In which case, it is compatible with NTL cable modems

Thank you so much for your help,i'm in a much better position to go looking for a suitable router.I have phoned them and it is a WGR614.Do you think it is a good deal?

[JonathanLH]

Could get an Ebuyer cheap one if you are concerned about price (personally I wouldn't get one of these)

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=52629
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=63002

would set you back £40, then add delivery (at least £4)

[d65]

Originally Posted by JonathanLH

Could get an Ebuyer cheap one if you are concerned about price (personally I wouldn't get one of these)

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=52629
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=63002

would set you back £40, then add delivery (at least £4)

Thank you for your reply.What would you recommend.As i'm not fully confident what i'm looking for.

[JonathanLH]

netgear, d-link, cisco (if you like to throw money about)
personally I go with netgear, but I try to avoid wireless whenever possible, a wire is so much more reliable and faster!

[MrM]

I just bought the WGR614 v6 and its working great

[Neil]

Originally Posted by d65

Is this a good deal,I know little about these things.I curently connect with cable modem through the ethernet port.
This pack includes Wireless Cable router and USB wireless Adaptor. Wire-free networking for your home or small office. True Firewall and WPA-PSK encryption protects against intruders. Parents can block access to offensive websites/content. Easy set-up with NETGEAR's unique Smart Wizard. Automatically detects best connection to your ISP Wireless USB Adaptor: versatile - use with Desktop PC or Laptop Computer. Compatible with 802.11b wireless networks. Wireless Data Speed of up to 54Mbps.
£55 delivered.

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/sh...ad.php?t=31794