Modems & Routers

Basic Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips

Are you having problems with your Wi-Fi connection? Molly Wood has a pile of tips to help you out.

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  Edimax nLite 3G-6200n 3G Broadband Router

  Edimax's nLite 3G-capable router might sucker you in with a bargain price point, but you'll pay a hefty frustration price along the way.

  Specs: 802.11b, 802.11g

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  D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615

  At a very affordable price, the D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615 makes a great entry-level Wireless-N router and would satisfy most situations where a wireless network is needed.

  Specs: 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.3, 802.3u

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  Netgear RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router (WNDR3700)

  The Netgear WNDR3700 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is a great dual-band router for networking enthusiasts who also want a quick and easy network storage solution.

  Specs: 802.11n

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  Asus RT-N16 Wireless Router

  Asus' high-end wireless router has plenty of throughput grunt, but we do wish the company would offer better support documentation.

  Specs: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n

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  Asus RT-N13U Wireless N Router with All-In-One Printer Server

  Asus' inexpensive 802.11n router is a bit of a bargain, although it does also bring with it some bargain basement sensibilities.

  Specs: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n

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  iiNet BoB wireless modem

  iiNet customers who yearn for a simple networking life will do well out of BoB, although like most routers, it's not without its quirks.

  Specs: Handset , USB, Wi-Fi

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  Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000

  The Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000 is a good fit for those who just need a simple wireless network and the ability to control access to the internet.

  Specs: 10Base-T, 100Base-TX , AC Adaptor , 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n

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  Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router

  The Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router has consistent performance, good range, a helpful software application, and a good set of networking features. Its lack of gigabit and USB support are the only major knocks against it.

  Specs: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.3, 802.3u