Recommendations for router - Overclock.net

slamminuk · 2 Weeks Ago

Afternoon all!

I wish to upgrade my current router as it was a free one provided by my ISP and it doesn't do what I want.

I currently have a Netgear dg834g v5 and its constantly killing my internet connection when using it for online gaming and downloading.

I'm after one with a good range, which is also good for online gaming and simultaneous downloads.

Oh and wireless.

cheers!

Also it must be compatible with Vista x64

tubesaddict · 2 Weeks Ago

Any router will be compatible with any operating system. Keep in mind you will have to get a DSL modem as well since your current router is a router/modem. I recommend the Linksys WRT54GL, Link. However, are you sure it is the router that is dropping the connection?

Raptor_Jesus · 2 Weeks Ago

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Originally Posted by tubesaddict

Any router will be compatible with any operating system. Keep in mind you will have to get a DSL modem as well since your current router is a router/modem. I recommend the Linksys WRT54GL, Link. However, are you sure it is the router that is dropping the connection?

This, for sure. DD-WRT/Tomato ftw.

Reflux · 2 Weeks Ago

Eugh. Routers.

I hate choosing routers, but make sure since you're using wireless to get one with N+, it's the fastest wireless speed available as far as I know.

tubesaddict · 2 Weeks Ago

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Originally Posted by Reflux

Eugh. Routers.

I hate choosing routers, but make sure since you're using wireless to get one with N+, it's the fastest wireless speed available as far as I know.

Since his current router isn't N, he probably doesn't have an N capabilities. That is more money to spend.

What is your budget for this?

slamminuk · 2 Weeks Ago

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Originally Posted by tubesaddict

Since his current router isn't N, he probably doesn't have an N capabilities. That is more money to spend.

What is your budget for this?

N capabilities? I would've thought I'd just purchase an 'N' router and it'll be fine with my PC.

My budget is around £80.

I was looking at one of these : http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showpr...odid=NW-112-LS

tubesaddict · 2 Weeks Ago

That router will work, but you will not be getting N speeds if you do not have an N adapter. If you only have a G adapter, it will only connect to the routers G antenna. That router has B, G, and N antennas. Since your previous router was only G I'm assuming you only have a G adapter on your computer.

slamminuk · 2 Weeks Ago

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Originally Posted by tubesaddict

That router will work, but you will not be getting N speeds if you do not have an N adapter. If you only have a G adapter, it will only connect to the routers G antenna. That router has B, G, and N antennas. Since your previous router was only G I'm assuming you only have a G adapter on your computer.

Yep you're right I do have a G adaptor, but I'm quite happy to buy an N one.

So something like the router I suggested would be good?

SporkofdooM · 2 Weeks Ago

If it's randomly dropping your connection, are there any cordless phones in the immediate vicinity?

Ktmrida4life · 2 Weeks Ago

Go on ebay and find a WRT54G. Great router. Make sure it is v2.

Here you go actually. http://tinyurl.com/ylgrr8g

31$. Buy that, then go on dd-wrt.com and read how to install the DD-WRT firmware on it, and then once youve done that up the signal power in the routers settings page (thru browser) and youll be set! haha

Thats what I got now and with it OC'ed I get 100% signal everywhere in our 2 story house! Outside in the yard we still get about 50% signal! haha

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