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D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150
$68.00
Released November, 2009
The Pros:Setup is relatively quick, approximately 15 minutes including security. DIR-601 speeds are ALWAYS 54mbps. Affordable price.
The Cons:Drops connections frequently. Documentation is sparse without the CD. Speeds drop very quickly when more than one computer connects to the device (via wireless or wired connection).
The D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 is an entry-level wireless 802.11n router, or access point designed for users with basic network connectivity needs. This router is not certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance as a Draft 2.0 802.11n product due to its single-stream capabilities.
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Therefor the DIR-601 is limited to a maximum bandwidth of only 150 Mbps. This router is backwards compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and includes 4 Ethernet ports for wired connections. In terms of security, WPA and WPA2 are fully supported with 128-bit encryption. WiFi Protected Setup mode is also available for those with limited security knowledge. A dual firewall (SPI & NAT) is also included for users’ protection. As part of D-Link’s “green” product offerings, this Energy Star-qualified device has numerous mechanisms that reduce power usage to a minimum. The D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 can be configured and maintained through any modern web browser.
Features
- 802.11b/g/n capabilities
- Single-stream radio
- 150 Mbps maximum bandwidth
- 4 wired Ethernet ports
- WEP/WPA/WPA2 128-bit encryption
- WiFi Protected Setup mode (w/ push button & PIN)
- Dual firewall protection (SPI & NAT)
- 1 Year limited warranty
User Reviews (31)
Pros & Cons
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setup is relatively quick, approximately 15 minutes including security
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DIR-601 speeds are ALWAYS 54mbps
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handles multiple devices smoothly without needing to be tweaked
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doesn't lag or overlay when supporting multiple devices
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clean admin interface makes everything easy to find
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handles streaming video seamlessly
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drops connections frequently
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documentation is sparse without the CD
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speeds drop very quickly when more than one computer connects to the device (via wireless or wired connection)
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included software not Mac compatible
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no easy setup wizard for Linux or OSX - must be set up manually
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generally erratic and weak signal strength
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WPA and WEP, but no WPA2 support
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CroSoft:
#d_link_dir_601_wireless_n_150 My previous router was a d-Link DI-624. After years of stellar service it began to lose connections regulary, speeds ranged from 54mbps to 2mbps. A nightly 1GB ntbackup backup from my notebook to a mapped network drive on my desktop in another room sometimes ran from 9PM to 5AM with the DI-624, which I replaced with the DIR-601.
Aug 10, 10
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