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tony286 · 12-03-2008, 04:33 PM

I have a dlink wireless that is also hardwired to two computers. If one of us uploads big files to the server the connection slows to a crawl. Are there routers I can get where that wont happen?

dav3 · 12-03-2008, 04:37 PM

have you restarted the router lately?

tony286 · 12-04-2008, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by dav3

have you restarted the router lately?

yes i have

Machete_ · 12-04-2008, 08:20 AM

There is a big difference in the router OS

Get a Linksys (cisco software) or Cisco, and make sure flash it to newest version when you get home

Cyandin · 12-04-2008, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by tony404

I have a dlink wireless that is also hardwired to two computers. If one of us uploads big files to the server the connection slows to a crawl. Are there routers I can get where that wont happen?

what's the model number of the router?

tony286 · 12-04-2008, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Cyandin

what's the model number of the router?

D-Link DI-524 Wireless 54 Mbps High Speed Router

dready · 12-04-2008, 09:00 AM

You get what you pay for... amount of ram, speed of cpu, firmware quality, etc.

I had a problem with a crappy linksys... upgraded it to a D-Link gaming router... I've never had to reboot it since. Runs like a charm.

cess · 12-04-2008, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by tony404

I have a dlink wireless that is also hardwired to two computers. If one of us uploads big files to the server the connection slows to a crawl. Are there routers I can get where that wont happen?

The router might be giving the uploader priority for some reason. Check inside the admin section to see what's enabled and what isn't. A lot of new routers have all sorts of features that can give priority or limit just about anything that passes through it.

tony286 · 12-04-2008, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dready

You get what you pay for... amount of ram, speed of cpu, firmware quality, etc.

I had a problem with a crappy linksys... upgraded it to a D-Link gaming router... I've never had to reboot it since. Runs like a charm.

im ordering found it for 49 dollars on amazon

Mr Pheer · 12-04-2008, 09:58 AM

I had a craftsman router, but the motor burned up in it while i was doing some routing on plexiglass. Got a new dewalt router and it hasnt had any problems.

sysk · 12-04-2008, 09:58 AM

Definitely. Cisco ftw.

Mr Pheer · 12-04-2008, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dready

You get what you pay for... amount of ram, speed of cpu, firmware quality, etc.

I had a problem with a crappy linksys... upgraded it to a D-Link gaming router... I've never had to reboot it since. Runs like a charm.

I havent had to reboot my linksys wr54g in over 8 months, and for quite a while it had over 30 computers connected to it thru network switches, and then 5 wireless connections.

tony286 · 12-04-2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr Pheer

I had a craftsman router, but the motor burned up in it while i was doing some routing on plexiglass. Got a new dewalt router and it hasnt had any problems.

Thank you for making me laugh

dready · 12-04-2008, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by tony404

im ordering found it for 49 dollars on amazon

Wow, I paid like $200 for mine, and it's the non-wireless version. Gamerlounge or whatever. It can handle a crazy number or port connections, and you can assign priority to any type of traffic you want.

tony286 · 12-04-2008, 11:15 AM

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...DER&v=gl ance
thanks it looks like a great router

Godsmack · 12-04-2008, 11:51 AM

I've had many brands in the past but i got best results with Draytek..they are not the cheapest though but they are like trucks.. robust and always on..
I have a Draytek 2800vgs

rowan · 12-04-2008, 02:08 PM

Are you on non symmetrical ADSL, eg 256/1500? If so then uploading will impact on the general responsiveness of the link. I was trying to upload several gigs of data but ended up giving in and expressing a couple of USB sticks to my host, because the link became so sluggish when doing anything else...

rowan · 12-04-2008, 02:09 PM

Haha, I just realised "non symmetrical ADSL" is a pretty silly term... if you know what ADSL stands for...

</geek>

Yngwie · 12-04-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tony404

D-Link DI-524 Wireless 54 Mbps High Speed Router

I got a Dlink DIR-615 yesterday

camgirlshide · 12-04-2008, 06:53 PM

I have access to some smartbits network testing gear and I have thought for some time now that it would be a good idea to test and post the performance stats on a bunch of routers. There are two problems though. First, I haven't had tim eto do it yet and second the newest router I have is at least 5 years old.

BVF · 12-04-2008, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dready

You get what you pay for... amount of ram, speed of cpu, firmware quality, etc.

I had a problem with a crappy linksys... upgraded it to a D-Link gaming router... I've never had to reboot it since. Runs like a charm.

I have a linksys that I paid 80 for almost two years ago....I can download and upload files while playing xboxlive.....I've had NO problems with it....

However, when I was using this same router when I lived in Puerto Rico, I would ALWAYS have to reset the router but it was the internet connection that was fucked up, not the router.....Now I'm back in the states on a road runner cable joint and it runs like a charm.

xsabn · 12-04-2008, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by tony404

D-Link DI-524 Wireless 54 Mbps High Speed Router

i have this router too (524-UP).. you should consider to make an firmware upgrade, then should work ok

ultimatebbwdotcom · 12-04-2008, 08:12 PM

This is half price on Amazon right now - works like a charm so far.

http://www.amazon.com/D-Link-DIR-655...46650&sr =1-1

peedy · 12-05-2008, 12:26 PM

Get an Business/Enterprise router you won't be sorry.

Cisco (not linksys)
SonicWall
Juniper
Netscreen
etc.

Babaganoosh · 12-05-2008, 01:15 PM

Get a cheap-o linksys and switch up to 3rd party firmware.

http://www.dd-wrt.com/

Been very happy with my WRT54GS since switching firmware.

woj · 12-05-2008, 01:35 PM

More likely than not, your connection is getting capped, it's not the fault of the router...

andy83 · 12-05-2008, 01:59 PM

yes of course, why would people pay 5k for a cisco when they can get a dlink for 50?
there's a difference, no doubt about it.

peedy · 12-05-2008, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by andy83

yes of course, why would people pay 5k for a cisco when they can get a dlink for 50?
there's a difference, no doubt about it.

Well 5k is definately Enterprise level...but you can get some (SMB - Small Medium Business) routers/firewalls for around 200.00, here are some recommendations.

http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/def...spx?EDC=732219
http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/def...spx?EDC=727738

brand0n · 12-05-2008, 02:29 PM

i been rocking linksys for ever. seem to work fine.

peedy · 12-05-2008, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by brand0n

i been rocking linksys for ever. seem to work fine.

Yes they are fine as in get the job done (most of the time). However he asked if there was a difference and yes there is. That being said Im not sure the router is the source of his problems.

tony286 · 12-11-2008, 08:26 PM

Dready got my dlink gaming router today this thing rocks.

dready · 12-11-2008, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by tony404

Dready got my dlink gaming router today this thing rocks.

Good news man.

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