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Linksys WRT120N
$65.00
Released May, 2009
The Pros:Affordable price. Easy to hook up and install. Backward compatible with older 802.11 devices.
The Cons:Poor reception - poor range, connection always dropping, often cannot reconnect. Not reliable - constantly needs to be reset. Not compatible with any custom firmwares - stuck with the stock crap.
The Linksys WRT120N 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 WRT120N is limited to a maximum bandwidth of only 150 Mbps when used in 40MHz mode. 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. Other features include QoS (Quality of Service) for prioritizing user applications plus parental controls for limiting and monitoring internet usage. The Linksys WRT120N can be configured and maintained through any modern web browser.
Features
- 802.11b/g/n capabilities
- 4 wired Ethernet ports
- WEP/WPA/WPA2 128-bit encryption
- WiFi Protected Setup mode
- QoS (Quality of Service)
- WMM (Wireless MultiMedia)
- HTTPS secure admin access
- Access Restrictions (10 deny or allow-based policies)
- Logging (Linksys Logviewer recording)
There seems to be a flaw in the administration software. If the NAT setting is changed then the unit can fail, adminstration become unavailable (HTTP 404 error) and the reset disabled. Linksys Cisco support knows about this problem but won't consider a recall. Don't buy if you intend to use the Admin screens.
User Reviews (48)
Pros & Cons
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10
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easy to hook up and install
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backward compatible with older 802.11 devices
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5
slick and attractive compared to the boxy old-school aesthetic of other routers
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3
reliable in a single-computer home.
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802.11N capable - improved range and 3x faster than previous generation 802.11G (with compatible devices)
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poor reception - poor range, connection always dropping, often cannot reconnect
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not reliable - constantly needs to be reset
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10
not compatible with any custom firmwares - stuck with the stock crap
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only capable of 150mbps, half that of true 802.11N - mentioned nowhere in the product literature
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5
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Comments (6)
Mike Nike:
#linksys_wrt120n That review was outrageous. I have been using this router for 2 years and it is awesome. Never ever dropped a connection. If I lost a connection it was because my ISP was down.
Jan 11, 13
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nofu:
#linksys_wrt120n Don't get this, it's so bad they are giving it for free with some products(like printers), i got mine this way and it's problematic.
Dec 22, 11
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LaurieCarroll:
#linksys_wrt120n Found it was slow for using as wireless so had Ethernet cabling installed and hooked up PC downstairs then PC3 next to the router and it worked extremely well. As a wired router... Have moved now and will us it again, plus buy the software to help run it in more detail. Pleased it has WiFi type access control and also setup my own password from the day I set it up...it has just kept going and going...Laurie Auckland NZ
May 4, 11
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hannaville:
#linksys_wrt120n numerous dropped connections. Had restore firmware twice. Linksys will not take responsibility for product unreliability. After 4 hours with tech support they finally admit ed the router was defective.
Jan 14, 11
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