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Old 6 May 09, 07:34 PM
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Default Limited Options for wifi router

Hi guys,
need to make a choice between 4 models
1. Netgear WGR614
2. Netgear WGT624
3. D-Link DI-524
4. Linksys WRT54GL

Can also consider a Linksys WRT160N but its a little above my budget.
My main usage would be to connect my desktop and laptop to the router.
Desktop as a download rig while laptop as surfing.

I connect thru a cable net system which is a dial-up based on dynamic IP generation. Cud this be an issue?

The reason i have to choose between these 4 is coz i got a gift certificate from india times which has more or less these models.

Your suggestions are welcome..thanks
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Old 6 May 09, 07:57 PM
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Netgears one's are decent but dont have that good range + dont support modding with custom firmware . Better get the DLink/Linksys
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Get the Linksys WRT54GL and flash it with Tomato firmware.
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Old 7 May 09, 10:00 AM
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Default Re: Limited Options for wifi router

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Get the Linksys WRT54GL and flash it with Tomato firmware.
Isnt the kinda old???
yeah its a g based router, but 2003.. it way too old tech
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But the best in terms of customization (with 3rd party f/w)

+1 for the WRT54GL
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Default Re: Limited Options for wifi router

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Get the Linksys WRT54GL and flash it with Tomato firmware.
+1 Go get it.

Dont worry about it being old, the G spec hasnt got no revisions since. Also the Tomato is a fairly potent fimmware to boot.

Its one solid fugly looking monster with a stumptuos 8MB of Flash.
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^^ what added feature(s) this custom firmware offer ?? I mean how do we benefit by flashing the router with these custom firmware ?
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Default Re: Limited Options for wifi router

If you think thats an older technology, go for Linksys WRT54G2. Again a G based router but a newer model if thats what you are looking out for.
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Default Re: Limited Options for wifi router

Go for the Linksys. I have been using a WAG200G (similar specs as WRT54G) for over 2 years and its a sexy unit. Setup and running is a breeze.

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^^ what added feature(s) this custom firmware offer ?? I mean how do we benefit by flashing the router with these custom firmware ?
Can anyone provide a link? What does this do over and above the latest Linksys firmware?
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