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Product Reviews:
D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router |
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Summary: Received2DIR-655 DOA
Comments: I ordered the DIR-655 based on the positive reviews it received on Amazon. I have received2units from Amazon and both have been dead on arrival. I spent about 20 minutes on each unit working with D-Link tech support. I found it interesting that the2technicians tried totally different solutions. Regardless, they could not get a TCPIP Ping to work so they declared my units defective. This was my 1st and last D-Link purchase. Back to Linksys. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Router
Comments: I do not know much about technology - however the thing works - and the kids are happy with it. |
Rating: 4 (out of 5)
Summary: I am actually impressed with tech support for once!!
Comments: I read reviews on the majority of the lower priced N routers out and the overall reviews have been all across the board. Lots of 5 stars and lots of 1 stars which I always think is kinda weird. Anyway, for the DIR-655 there were more high ratings than low and almost all of the low one's sited incompetent tech support. I figured I'd ignore that because I have never found a company that consistently gives great tech support...
I got the router in about 3 days from when I ordered it and popped the install CD in my computer. Its really easy to follow although it made me reboot my computer once during the setup. Ething seemed to initiate properly except I could not connect to the internet.
After reading the reviews of the poor tech support I figured I'd call my ISP (Sbcglobal/Yahoo) 1st. I sat on hold for about 30 minutes. After being transferred to 2 different operators who did not know what to do I reluctantly called D-Link support. I got thru to an Indian operator in about 30 seconds and explained my problem. He quickly identified what I was trying to do and easily walked me thru a couple of settings that I needed to add to the more advanced configuration options. I was up and running in about 10 mins!!
I have got my desktop hardwired, 2 laptops and a Blackberry connected thru WIFI and they are all working great!!
I endorse D-Link and this router to anyone looking to upgrade to a well priced N router!! |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Works Great!!
Comments: Nice router, works great!!
Let me start by saying that I am a neophyte network person, in other words, I have never set up a network before. I purchased this to use with a hard wired pc, a wireless laptop and for wireless Xbox 360 live. The setup was quick and easy using the setup disk. I know this may not be optimal for all you network geeks, however it works for me. I'll tweek it if needed as I learn more. From unboxing to finished setup, it probably took 15 minutes tops. The reliability has been excellent. I have never had to restart it in the 3+ weeks I have owned it. My laptop purchased up the signal and works great. The Xbox 360 has performed great as well, with no noticeable router lag. FYI- I am using the Xbox 360 N Wireless Adapter.
The only minor drawback is I have yet to discern an on/off switch. The on-disc-only documentation doesn't seem to mention it. At least I haven't found it yet. I can still turn off the cable modem, however the router stays on. Also, there is a howeverton on the side of the router that I have yet to discover what it does, no documentation on it either (yet). Knowing this now, these issues would not dissuade me from purchaseing it anyway. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Best WIFI Device in the market
Comments: I used the G based Belkin Wifi for 9 years. It works great however had to move on to N Wifi. hence, ended up purchaseing a Belkin N. It was a disaster and I returned it. Then, I purchased this device after much research and thanks to you all 900+ people that helped make my decision. The device is the best I have seen so far in any Wifi units. I have3laptops, a VOIP phone, and an iPhone. I hooked up all devices, turned on WPA-PSK security with a breeze, turned on DHCP Server for second layer of security, turned on MAC ID filtering for third stage of protection. Then, I have hidden the SSID broadcast. The device is2floors above in our loft and when I use laptop in our garage or backyard, it still works at mind-blowing lightening speeds. Had the device ON for2weeks and not even once did it terminate connection. And there is guest Wifi access control too so your guests do not have to "unintentionally" eavesdrop in your wifi and your files etc.
Now the awesome part!! The SharePort Utility. If you are a intermediate tech user like me, you will love this. Using the D-Link's shareport utlity, I hooked my Seagate 500GB external hard drive to this router and guess what, I just made the hard drive - a NAS drive. Yes, I uploaded all the content on to this newly connected NAS drive and I am able to access files on any machine within our network. Remember that you have to individually download and install Shareport on each machine that you would like to connect to NAS drive. And at any point of time, only1computer can connect to NAS drive. I found1glitch in the Shareport however realized it was my mistake. I have2Win 7 systems and1XP machine. Out of all,1of them is a WIn 7 64 bit. I installed 32 bit version of shareport and it was not able to connect properly. After googling, I uninstalled 32 bit shareport and installed 64 bit and all is working great.
For those of you wanting to monitor and control your kids' surfing habits and stuff, Dlink's Secure Spot tool will be of great help, which is included with the device.
Folks, this device is worth e penny and more. do not waste lots of money on routers that look futuristic however do not do the job right. Spend less than $100 and get this one. I am so happy I ran into this device and thanks to you all for writing valuable reviews. Thought I will share my views as well. |
