Q. I have tried the dlink dgl 4500 gaming router and I had to reset it constantly 2 times a week because it dropped connection.
I tried out the linksys e3000 but It doesn't have as good range.
I also tried out the Netgear wndr3700 but it dropped the voice conversation on my new xbox 360 s.
So please, what do you think is the best router and why! If it is one I listed, then can you help me solve my issues?
I tried out the linksys e3000 but It doesn't have as good range.
I also tried out the Netgear wndr3700 but it dropped the voice conversation on my new xbox 360 s.
So please, what do you think is the best router and why! If it is one I listed, then can you help me solve my issues?
A. There is no point buying a Wireless-N router unless your laptop/xbox/desktop has a wireless-N receiver. Otherwise it does nothing to speed it up. You're better off buying a high-quality powerful 802.11g/b router than a cheaper, lower-quality N router.
The absolute best performance for a reasonable price is to get this router: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTL0OA?ie=UTF8&tag=gearfirproduc-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BTL0OA and then upgrade it's firmware to DD-WRT using this guide: http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page
The absolute best performance for a reasonable price is to get this router: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTL0OA?ie=UTF8&tag=gearfirproduc-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BTL0OA and then upgrade it's firmware to DD-WRT using this guide: http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page
which wireless router should I get and why?
Q. Asus RT-N56U
Netgear wndr3700
linksys e3000
By the way what is the ram and processor speed good for?
Netgear wndr3700
linksys e3000
By the way what is the ram and processor speed good for?
A. Linksys is the most popular and the most supported. Reflash it at dd-wrt.com to get better firmware. Keep it at least 6 ft from all computers.
My linksys e3000 router is slowing download speeds by half vs connecting directly to modem. What can I do?
Q. I tested speeds via speedtest.net on each of my two computers on the network while running through the router and then hardwired to the modem. Results were around 8mbps through router and 22 mbps hardwired.
A. Sometimes it is just odd settings.
1st - Disconnect and shutdown all computers but one, and connect that via hardline.
2nd - Make sure the firmware is updated to the newest version. Re-run test.
3rd - Manually set WAN port to 100Mbps, and run test again. If no change, undo.
4th - In advanced network settings, try some of the settings. Multicast can help, but I believe that is wireless.
4th - If your modem is a router and modem in one, it may be an issue related to having multiple routers. Telus does this. Try getting another modem from your ISP without the built in router; otherwise change the subnet of your router (instead of 192.168.1.1, use 192.168.3.1)
5th - Contact Linksys/Cisco support. They will be able to walk you through the steps to solve the issue. I contacted DLink when my 825 was getting 35Mbps on a 100Mbps internet hookup, and we got it up to 103 afterwards.
Christopher
Note: Your wireless will typically be a bit slower than landline, but if you are using G or N, and are getting 54+Mbps connection, there should be little or no difference. If you get full speed connecting to the router using a hardwire, but not wireless, you know it is either an issue with the wireless tech or settings in your computer or the router, but not the other circuitry.
1st - Disconnect and shutdown all computers but one, and connect that via hardline.
2nd - Make sure the firmware is updated to the newest version. Re-run test.
3rd - Manually set WAN port to 100Mbps, and run test again. If no change, undo.
4th - In advanced network settings, try some of the settings. Multicast can help, but I believe that is wireless.
4th - If your modem is a router and modem in one, it may be an issue related to having multiple routers. Telus does this. Try getting another modem from your ISP without the built in router; otherwise change the subnet of your router (instead of 192.168.1.1, use 192.168.3.1)
5th - Contact Linksys/Cisco support. They will be able to walk you through the steps to solve the issue. I contacted DLink when my 825 was getting 35Mbps on a 100Mbps internet hookup, and we got it up to 103 afterwards.
Christopher
Note: Your wireless will typically be a bit slower than landline, but if you are using G or N, and are getting 54+Mbps connection, there should be little or no difference. If you get full speed connecting to the router using a hardwire, but not wireless, you know it is either an issue with the wireless tech or settings in your computer or the router, but not the other circuitry.
Linksys e3000/xbox 360 ?
Q. Ok so I bought the linksys e3000 thinking it would solve my lag on my xbox. But it's even worse now. I play a lot of call of duty and I'm always two bar, regardless of the host. I'm a noob at networking so any info would be great.
Additional info. My ISP is qwest and I have the 40 mpbs plan.
Additional info. My ISP is qwest and I have the 40 mpbs plan.
A. First of all, if you can do a wired connection, do that. Wired will be faster, more consistent and stable.
Either way, follow Microsoft's instructions to set up the router's NAT to "Open". The article walks you through it quite nicely:
http://support.xbox.com/en-us/pages/xbox-360/troubleshoot/kb/error-your-nat-type-strict.aspx?kbid=979000
Personally, I set up a DMZ on my router for my Xbox 360. Have no issues whatsoever. The article tells you how to that as well, if you want to.
If you're going wireless, make sure the signal has the cleanest path available. This means going through walls and floors at straight through angles and as little "junk" in between the devices as possible. If you have concrete, refridgerators, steel beams, etc. that degrades the signal considerably.
Also, make sure the firmware for both the router and the DSL modem are up to date. You'd be amazed at how many issues can be solved by getting the most recent firmware. And, make sure that the Qwest modem isn't part of the problem. Some of the older ones are not good.
Either way, follow Microsoft's instructions to set up the router's NAT to "Open". The article walks you through it quite nicely:
http://support.xbox.com/en-us/pages/xbox-360/troubleshoot/kb/error-your-nat-type-strict.aspx?kbid=979000
Personally, I set up a DMZ on my router for my Xbox 360. Have no issues whatsoever. The article tells you how to that as well, if you want to.
If you're going wireless, make sure the signal has the cleanest path available. This means going through walls and floors at straight through angles and as little "junk" in between the devices as possible. If you have concrete, refridgerators, steel beams, etc. that degrades the signal considerably.
Also, make sure the firmware for both the router and the DSL modem are up to date. You'd be amazed at how many issues can be solved by getting the most recent firmware. And, make sure that the Qwest modem isn't part of the problem. Some of the older ones are not good.
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