NetGear WGR614v5 Wireless-G Router Review Summary
NetGear has been in the small business networking arena for quite some time and the company has long been an affordable alternative to Cisco Systems gear. The NetGear WGR614v5 Wireless-G Router is just one in a long line of products that cater to the burgeoning small office/home office segment. Our community of reviewers has mixed feeling about this no-frills router. One intimated that perhaps the NetGear WGR614v5 was not as good as the model it replaced, while still another stated: “So easy to install. The on-screen directions were easy to follow. Step by Step. I now have a secure network connection.” The NetGear WGR614v5 offers many of the advanced features found on any wireless router including adherence to the 802.11G as well as (4) 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports, DHCP, and uses both WEP and the latest (WPA) wireless security protocols. Most of our reviewers found the NetGear WGR614v5 an acceptable performer, but some decried it pension for dropping (wireless) connections and its limited (wireless) range. Read what our reviewers have to say about this product as well as the D-Link DI-624 Wireless Router and the Linksys WRT54G Wireless G Router.
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I did not have to hook up this unit my local cable provider did it for me. It is hooked up to our main computer unit but allows me to use my laptop anywhere in the house. It works extremely well and I enjoy being able to go online even though someone else is occupying the main computer.
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I recently purchased this router for my new laptop. It works great. I haven't had any problems and the set up was a breeze. I am a stay at home Mom that is going back to school and I have about 12 years of computer experience. That is that I have been using computers for that long, certainly not working on them. I got this item at Best Buy for $45.
The one think that I would like to point out that you may not hear from your local Best Buy employee, (however mine was nice enough to remind me of this), is that you MUST set up an encrypted password or anyone in your area has the potential to log on...
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I had alot of issues with it overheating and needing reset, especially if i tried to use MSN messenger webcam, on my wireless laptop. There is a "fix" for this, but I never did it (opening the case, and drilling a bunch of holes in the casing....)
I DO like this router alot better than the new one I have.
I would still recommend netgear to people, just not this model... netgear is a great product line, and usually very reliable..... review »
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I went with this Netgear router, because I previously had one of their originals versions of this router. The original was fabulous, I never had any problems, and never had to reset it. The new one drops the connection from the modem, nearly once every day. It gets so frustrating. I have had it too long to return it, but when this one dies on me, I will not be purchasing another Netgear. It's time to turn to Linksys.
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The Netgear Wireless Router is the best ever. I'll never have to buy another one again. It works everytime I get online. It never disconnects me and I never have any problems with it. I recommend that lots of people should buy wireless routers. Its much better than having wires all over the place. This product is great.
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I had my laptop for a year and used it for nothing more than a solitaire machine because I had no idea how to get internet service on it. I went to Walmart and after conferring with the customer service rep in electronics, purchased the Netgear WGR614 (because it was the only model available for under 100 dollars)
I got home, opened the box and within MINUTES I was on my laptop---ONLINE! The set-up instructions are clear and concise. The instructions to install were accompanied by colorful numbered stickers placed on each of the parts. Absolutely foolproof. PERFECT for the tech-weary such as myself....
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As an MCSE and networking professional, I purchased this router to use in my home office. The router allows me to be anywhere in our home and connect to the Internet. In addition, the kids can also use it for connecting their DS Lites and Game Cube online.
The router is simple to set-up, even for networking beginners. It is available for purchase for under $50 from any local WalMart and you can't go wrong with it.
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