 |
Router works as it should, wifi signal fluctuations are bit more than normal but exceptable. Working for about a week now and no drops, or reboots needed that in itself is a win, so far anyway. Using it in Ap mode as an extention for my ring wifi video equipment. Running it hardwired to another wndr4500 also in A P mode then hardwired to my action tec 1000 Qwest dsl modem/wifi router. All playing nice together.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Router works just fine but... When I have the wireless enabled it causes interference with the GPS on my Samsung S5 (wireless enabled on the router, the phone does not have to be connected to the WNDR4500). The GPS consistently shows me 1000 miles from my current position. It does not happen to all phones but it does cause interference to more than just the S5 (I have tried 5, 2 failed). Since there is no way to disable 2.5GHz and 5GHZ individually I can't determine which may be causing the issue. Since it is gigabit Ethernet I use it for my main router and my old router as an AP for wireless, kind of takes away one of the features of the WNDR4500 though. Netgear will not support this so there is no way to address this problem through them. I understand this might have been an unforeseen problem but there are other dual band routers that I don't have the same problem.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Refurbished
Good device. This router offers a wide cover range and great wireless capability. Between my kids and I, we have 5 computers on, 2 smart phones, 3 tablets, 1 xbox 360 and 3 ps3's online at the same time 80% of the time at my house and this device covers all of them. This router is extremely easy to setup and install for home use/security use too. It has an app called NetGear Genie which allows you to change your router settings and severity of what is allowed/blocked by the router. The only complaint I have about this router, is the lack of parental control from the Genie app. For example, when I read about all of these features I assumed I had more control when my kids are online. When my kids are gaming and it is time for bed I can log into the Genie and see what machines are on the internet (PS3, PC's, iPhones,etc). When it's time to turn it off I can not controll any of the lines connecting to the router from the Genie. Since it shows the devices using the router in a spider image (w/ the router in the middle and every device using the internet attached to the router w/ a --)))-- line to show online), you would think you could click on the line and choose to disconnect the device from the Genie, but you can NOT do this. This was the biggest downer of the device. Basically the Genie is a flashy way to see what you already know, who's online in your house. You can't change people's access, you can't boot people off or block them, you can't even reboot the router with out physically going to the router and shutting it off w/ the power button. Too bad, maybe some day they'll update the software to allow manual shut offs from the smart phone, or reboots and blocking lines/devices...that would be the security feature I would like to have on this router. Otherwise, the router works extremely well. It transfers all date VIA wireless and wired just fine and it gives great strength far distance w/ all of my devices.Read full review
I bought this router because of its remote cloud sharing capability. All the other standard wireless router functions work well. I am very satisfied with it. One simple but elegant feature that is unique to NetGear's router is that they stand up vertically. This creates a smaller footprint than the usual brood of router's out there. This is one compelling reason why I pick NetGear over Linksys. A great idea which saves space on an already crowded table top. The focus of my review will be on the cloud sharing capability. This router permits a USB flash drive to be shared on a local network or through the cloud. Cloud sharing can be done through through anonymous ftp or through an install software on the remote PC. The software approach is actually pretty nifty. The remote drive shows up as a shared drive and you can access the files like you would on a local drive. However this ReadyShare Cloud software conflicted with a CAD software I am running. The CAD software require constant connection to a remote license server. However connection to this license server gets broken repeatedly causing the CAD software to hang. The anonymous FTP method is the worse method of remote file access because it has absolutely no security. You gain access to the USB driver without a password. As long as you know the IP address to the remote drive, access is available to anyone. I like this method of file access because it does not require any installed software beside an FTP client software. However this absolute lack of security forces me to turned this feature off. If not for this limitation, this router deserves a 5 star but I can only give it a 4 star.Read full review
I have three of these routers in my home network. Personally I prefer the version 1 & 2 models over the newest (version #3). With factory firmware they work well, have a very straight forward and simple setup/interface, and are easy to maintain via the web interface. Where they really shine is when the firmware is upgraded to DD-WRT (only available for versions 1 &2). The down side to these, as well as almost any Netgear product is the awful customer support. Netgear seems to be intent on making money from their customer support..... the warranty on their products is short, and if you happen to need customer support, they will try to "up sell" you a $150 to $179 service plan...which is really only paying money to talk to a customer service rep. In my experience, their customer support reps lack knowledge, are somewhat rude. If you are competent with wireless products and networks, netgear products are excellent. If you are a novice, go with another brand that offers better warranties and customer support.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Wireless Routers
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Wireless Routers
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like
