Review D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N Storage Router and Photo Frame

Product Description D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N Storage Router and Photo Frame, 2.5" Drive Bay, 3.2" LCD, Draft 11n

Product Description At first glance, D-Link's Xtreme N Storage Router might be mistaken for a basic digital photo frame. Take a closer look, and you will find that this 2009 winner of the prestigious Red Dot Product Design Award is more than a photo frame. It's also a high-performance router that lets you create a wireless network in your home, so you can share high-speed Internet access with multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. You can also use the Xtreme as a network-attached storage (NAS) device that stores your files and prints and shares photos, iTunes libraries, and more.

Product Features and Technical Details D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N Storage Router and Photo Frame, 2.5" Drive Bay, 3.2" LCD, Draft 11n

Product Features D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N Storage Router and Photo Frame, 2.5" Drive Bay, 3.2" LCD, Draft 11n

• Sleek 802.11n storage router works as a backup hard-drive, wireless network, and digital photo frame


• 3.2-inch color LCD for viewing photos stored on your network drive or favorite photo sharing sites


• Stream digital content to A/V media players including PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360


• Downloadable Storage Router Widget makes uploading music, photos, and documents from your PC to the storage router easy and simple


• Weighs only 0.5 lbs.; includes CD-ROM, power adaptor, and stand; 1-year limited warranty

Technical Details

• Brand Name: D-Link


• Model: DIR-685


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Form Factor: External


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Switching Protocol: Ethernet


• Network Transport Protocol: PPTP, L2TP, IPSec


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTP


• Width: 4.4 inches


• Depth: 5.8 inches


• Height: 1.2 inches


• Weight: 8 Ounces

Product Description Wireless Router D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit

Product Description Wireless Router D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit

The D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655) is a draft 2.0 802.11n compliant device that delivers up to 14x faster speeds* and 6x farther range* than 802.11g while staying backward compatible with 802.11g devices. Connect the Xtreme N Gigabit Router to a cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, videos, printers, and network storage.
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Powered by Xtreme N technology and equipped with three external antennas, this router provides superior wireless coverage for larger homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. The DIR-655 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit switch that connects Gigabit wired devices for enjoying lag-free network gaming and faster file transfers.

With wireless prioritization technology and our award-winning intelligent QoS engine, jitter-free Internet phone calls (VoIP), high-definition video streaming and Web gaming are achievable on your wired and wireless networks. Support for WEP, WPA, and WPA2 security standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption regardless of your other wireless devices. To prevent possible attacks from the Internet, the DIR-655 uses dual active firewalls (SPI & NAT) to help protect your valuable data. Below is a list of DIR-655 features.

Specifications Wireless Router D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit

• Standards: IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u


• Interface Type: 4 Gigabit LAN Ports, 1 Gigabit WAN Port, Push Button (for Wi-Fi Protected Setup), 1 USB Port (for SharePort & Windows Connect Now)


• Antenna Type: 3 External Antennas


• Security: WPA & WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access)


• Advanced Firewall Features: Network Address Translation (NAT), Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), VPN Pass-through / Multi-sessions PPTP / L2TP / IPSec


• Device Management: Internet Explorer v6 or Later; Mozilla Firefox v1.5 or Later; or other Java-enabled Browsers


• Certifications: FCC Class B, CE, Wi-Fi/WPS


• Dimensions: 4.6 x 7.6 x 1.2 inches (WxDxH)


• Warranty: 1 Year Limited


• Recommended System Requirements: For optimal wireless performance, use with the D-Link Xtreme N Adapters (DWA-552, DWA-556, DWA-643, or DWA-652)


• Minimum System Requirements: Computer with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP2 or Mac OS X (v10.4); Internet Explorer v6 or Mozilla Firefox v1.5; CD-ROM Drive; Network Interface Card; and for Internet access a Cable or DSL Modem and Subscription with an Internet Service Provider (ISP)

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features Wireless Router D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit

• Delivers up to 14x faster speeds* and 6x farther range* than 802.11g means Greater Coverage for Your Entire Home or Office


• Ideal for streaming HD video or streaming multiple applications simultaneously


• Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes both wired and wireless Internet traffic to enable enhanced gaming and phone calling (VoIP) experience


• Gigabit Ports for Incredible Wired Network Speeds


• Dual active firewall protection (SPI & NAT) helps block malicious attacks on networks from the Internet.

Technical Details Wireless Router D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit

• Brand Name: D-Link


• Model: DIR-655


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Number of Ports: 4


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Transport Protocol: TCP/IP, PPTP, UDP/IP, L2TP, ICMP/IP, IPSec


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTP


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 7.6 inches


• Height: 1.2 inches


• Weight: 0.7 pounds

Cisco-Valet Plus Wireless Router

Cisco-Valet Plus Wireless Router

Product Features and Technical Details

Model: Cisco - Valet Plus

Product Features

• Networking Equipment Features: 128-bit Wireless Encryption, WEP Security, WPA2 Security


• Computer Platform Compatibility: PC, Windows, Mac


• LED Lights: Power


• LAN Ports: 4


• WAN Ports: 1


• Wireless Standard: 802.11b/g/n

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: M20


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 3.2 inches


• Height: 8.5 inches


• Weight: 1.97 pounds

Cisco-Linksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit Router

Product Features and Technical Details Cisco-Linksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit RouterLinksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit Router

Product Features

• Wireless-N Gigabit Router


• Internet-sharing Router and 4-port Gigabit Switch, with a built in speed and range enhanced Wireless Access Point


• MIMO technology uses multiple radios per band to create robust signals for maximum range and speed, with reduced dead spots


• Much faster than Wireless-G, but also works great with Wireless-G and -B devices


• Wireless signals are protected by industrial-strength encryption, and your network is protected from Internet attacks by a powerful SPI firewall

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: WRT310N


• Hardware Platform: PC


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Transport Protocol: DHCP


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTP


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 8 inches


• Depth: 6.3 inches


• Height: 1.3 inches


• Weight: 12 Ounces

Cisco-Linksys E2100L Advanced Wireless-N Router

Cisco-Linksys E2100L Advanced Wireless-N Router

Product Features and Technical Details Cisco-Linksys E2100L Advanced Wireless-N Router

Product Features

• Connect your devices with a wireless router that utilizes the Linux operating system and gives you more options for network customization.


• Quick to Install - Cisco Connect software has three simple steps to get you set up and your secure wireless network is ready to go.


• You're in Control - Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings, quickly add multiple Internet devices to your network


• State-of-the-Art Security - Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA/WPA2 security settings.


• Built-in UPnP AV Media Server - Built-in AV media server streams entertainment content.

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: E2100L


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Transport Protocol: PPTP, L2TP, PPPoE


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTPS, HTTP


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 8 inches


• Depth: 6.3 inches


• Height: 1.3 inches


• Weight: 10 Ounces

 

Cisco-Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N Broadband Router

Technical Details Cisco-Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N Broadband Router

• Internet-sharing Router and 4-port Switch, with a built in speed and range enhanced Wireless Access Point


• MIMO technology uses multiple radios to create a robust signal that travels farther and reduces dead spots


• Much faster than Wireless-G, but also works great with Wireless-G and -B devices


• Wireless signals protected by wireless encryption, and your network protected from Internet attacks by a powerful SPI firewall

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches ; 9.9 ounces


• Shipping Weight: 2 pound

 

The Ultra RangePlus Wireless-N Broadband Router is really three devices in one box. First, there s the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There s also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Finally, the Router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection.

Cisco-Linksys E3000 High-Performance Wireless-N Router

Cisco-Linksys E3000 High-Performance Wireless-N Router

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

• Technology - Wireless-N


• Bands - Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz


• Transmit / receive - 2 x 3


• Antennas - 6 Internal


• Ethernet ports x speed - 4 x Gigabit

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: E3000


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Transport Protocol: PPTP, L2TP, PPPoE


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTPS, HTTP


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 2.8 inches


• Height: 9.2 inches


• Weight: 1.98 pounds

Cisco-Valet Wireless Router

Cisco-Valet Wireless Router

Product Features and Technical Details

Model: Cisco - Valet

Product Features

• Create a wireless hotspot in your home and connect your laptops, desktops, game consoles, and mobile devices to the Internet


• Connect your wired devices to your Valet Plus for faster file transfers and streaming entertainment and get expanded wireless coverage for larger homes


• Set Up in Minutes: Simply insert Valet's included Easy Setup Key to launch Cisco Connect software, breeze through the simple screens, and you're wireless


• Parental controls allow you to limit your kids' time online, block specific sites and/or certain times of the day; customize the settings on each computer for a safer Internet experience


• Give friends and visitors password access to the Internet but not your private information

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: M10


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 3.2 inches


• Height: 8.5 inches


• Weight: 1.88 pounds

Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router

Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router

Product Features and Technical Details Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router

Product Features

• Enjoy the benefits of Wireless-N (802.11n) in your home ideal for surfing the web, emailing and printing wirelessly


• Connect your computers, wireless printers, smartphones, and other wireless devices at up to 300 Mbps transfer speed


• Enjoy broad wireless coverage provided by MIMO antenna technology


• Use four Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) ports to directly connect wired devices


• Keep your network protected with customizable security settings, including WPA/WPA2 Personal and SPI firewall protection


• Give visitors password-protected Internet access on a separate network?so your visitors have access to the Internet, but not your computers or data


• Set up your wireless network in three easy steps using included Cisco Connect software


• Use Cisco Connect's Parental Controls to block specific websites and restrict Internet access during certain hours

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: E1200


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTP


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 12.7 inches


• Height: 10.1 inches


• Weight: 1.5 pounds

Linksys E1500 Wireless-N Router with SpeedBoost

Linksys E1500 Wireless-N Router with SpeedBoost

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

• Enjoy the benefits of Wireless-N (802.11n) in your home ideal for surfing the web, emailing and printing wirelessly


• Connect your computers, wireless printers, smartphones, and other wireless devices at up to 300 Mbps transfer speed


• Enjoy broad wireless coverage provided by a MIMO antenna array


• Maintain high speeds across greater distances throughout your home with SpeedBoost technology


• Use four Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) ports to directly connect wired devices


• Give visitors password-protected Internet access on a separate network so your visitors have access to the Internet, but not your computers or data


• Keep your network protected with customizable security settings, including WPA/WPA2 Personal and SPI firewall protection


• Set up your wireless network in three easy steps using included Cisco Connect software

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: E1500


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second


• Width: 12.7 inches


• Height: 10.1 inches


• Weight: 1.5 pounds

Cisco-Linksys WRT400N Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

• High-performance simultaneous dual-band Wireless-N router for connecting wired and wireless devices


• Simultaneous Wireless-N technology for unsurpassed performance, great range, and reduced dead spots


• Four 10/100 Ethernet ports for connecting wired devices, such as computers, printers, and more


• 128-Bit wireless encryption and SPI firewall for air-tight security


• Measures 8.07 x 1.38 x 6.3 inches and weighs 1.01 pounds; It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: WRT400N


• Hardware Platform: PC, Mac


• Form Factor: External


• Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired


• Networking Feature: Wireless router


• Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g


• Network Switching Protocol: Ethernet


• Network Remote Management Protocol: HTTPS, HTTP


• Width: 8.1 inches


• Depth: 6.3 inches


• Height: 1.4 inches


• Weight: 16.2 Ounces

Linksys E2500 Advanced Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

• Enjoy the power of simultaneous dual-band Wireless-N (802.11n) technology with double the capacity for surfing the web, streaming multimedia and running applications simultaneously


• Connect your computers, wireless printers, smartphones, and other wireless devices at up to 300 + 300 Mbps of transfer speed


• Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to help avoid interference, allowing for faster HD video streaming, file transfers and wireless gaming


• Enjoy the superior range provided by a MIMO antenna array


• Use four Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) ports to directly connect wired devices


• Give visitors password-protected Internet access on a separate network so your visitors have access to the Internet, but not your computers or data


• Keep your network protected with customizable security settings, including WPA/WPA2 Personal and SPI firewall protection


• Set up your wireless network in three easy steps using included Cisco Connect software

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Cisco


• Model: E2500


• Width: 12.7 inches


• Height: 10.1 inches


• Weight: 1.7 pounds