newvalve
 
 
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    March 7, 2014
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 Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys RE6500 Dual-Band Wireless Range Extender: Improve signal quality and fill in the dead zones in your wireless network with this extender. Plus, an audio jack on the back of the extender lets you plug in your speakers and listen to music from your wireless devices, like smartphones, tablets and computers.
 
Best WIFI extender I've used
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on August 26, 2016
The RE6500 is hands down the best WIFI extender I've used - and I've used many. Others have said the setup is a bit strange -I found it straightforward. After setup, it's been very reliable, signal strength great, a significant improvement over 2 different NetGear and a Belkin extender I've used in the past.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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 NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.
 
Solid wifi router I use as an acess point
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on June 3, 2016
I needed a wifi access point that supported 5G and saw this on sale. It does exactly what I want - takes gigabit ethernet in, supports both 3G and 5G wifi and provides no grief - just works. Took 5 minutes to set up.
And since it's in my bedroom, the ability to turn off the blinking lights is a particularly nice feature!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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Only at Best Buy! Enjoy the versatile headset for Hybrid work and beyond with the Poly Voyager 5220 Wireless Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headset with Amazon Alexa. WindSmart technology and the four noise-canceling microphones let you take calls anywhere without distraction from background noises. The voice control button and moisture-resistant coating on this Plantronics Voyager Bluetooth headset let you use your phone hands-free, even in light rain or while working out. USB car adapter included.
 
Excellent headset
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on June 3, 2016
The latest from the Plantronics Voyager line. Excellent voice quality and noise cancellation. The biggist problem I had with prior models was the proprietary charging connection and that's solved - there is a standard micro-usb as well as the Plantronics magnetic. You can also get an add on charging case that not only charges, it has a battery inside, so you can recharge a dead headset while on the move. Overall the best bluetooth headset I've owned so far.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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 S-View Flip Cover for Samsung Galaxy S6 Cell Phones - Black
S-View Flip Cover for Samsung Galaxy S6 Cell Phones - Black
Defend your Samsung Galaxy S6 cell phone on the go with this Samsung S-View EF-CG920PBEGUS flip cover, which features flexible polyurethane construction. The cover guards your device's screen while keeping important information visible.
 
solid functional cover
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on January 4, 2016
This cover is specific to the Samsung Galaxy S6. Works well, protects the screen, keeps me from "butt dialing" and unlocks the phone when opened. Not as "cute" has the HTC dotview, but that only works with HTC One phones. I've dropped the phone a few times, and it does seem to protect it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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 Plantronics - Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset - Black
Plantronics - Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset - Black
Plantronics Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset: Stay in touch with family, friends and work when you rely on the convenience and comfort of this stylish headset. Its lightweight design and ability to pair with 2 phones at once will keep you up to date on all your incoming calls. Multi-microphones, stainless steel windscreens and moisture protection let you experience clear audio everywhere you go.
 
Excellent noise cancelling headset
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on January 9, 2015
I've owned many bluetooth headsets and the Voyager Legend is clearly the best of the bunch. Excellent voice quality, noise cancellation is good - works great in my car, comfortable to wear. It has an easily findable mute button. I prefer to use it in my left ear, and it fits well on either side with good control access. I don't use the voice control, so can't comment on that.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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 NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Dual-Band Range Extender with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Dual-Band Range Extender with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
NETGEAR Universal Wi-Fi Dual-Band Range Extender: Add some extra power to your existing network and access the Internet in areas of your home that were once dead zones. The FastLane feature of this universal range extender offers high-speed Wi-Fi over a single band, which makes for quick and consistent HD gaming and video streaming.
 
Significant improvement over prior models
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: newvalve
from Lafayette, CA
on March 7, 2014
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Stable, holds setup, easy to configure
The WN2500RP has been a significant improvement over it's predecessor, WN2000RP. The old unit would hold it's settings for 2-4 days at most - this one is stable for many weeks at a time. Set up is simple, and it just works.
This product has... Fast connection, Reliable connection
About me... Internet phone user, Technology guru, Business Professional
I would recommend this to a friend!
I use it in...:Large home
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
My Best Buy number: 0962514317
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 Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys RE6500 Dual-Band Wireless Range Extender: Improve signal quality and fill in the dead zones in your wireless network with this extender. Plus, an audio jack on the back of the extender lets you plug in your speakers and listen to music from your wireless devices, like smartphones, tablets and computers.
 

Do you have to use this extender with a linksys modem or can use it with a different modem like asus N-900 or dlink?

Do you have to use this extender with a linksys modem or can use it with a different modem like asus N-900 or dlink?
I use it with a NetGear R7000. WIFI is a standard, so it really doesn't matter what the other device is as long as it respects the standard, and it does, or else your computer/phone/tablet etc. wouldn't work with it.
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 Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
Linksys RE6500 Dual-Band Wireless Range Extender: Improve signal quality and fill in the dead zones in your wireless network with this extender. Plus, an audio jack on the back of the extender lets you plug in your speakers and listen to music from your wireless devices, like smartphones, tablets and computers.
 

will it work with Verizon gateway router

WIFI is a standard. Mine works with a NetGear R7000 router, as long as your Verizon router follows WIFI standards - and it does, or else no other device would connect to it, this should be fine.
7 years, 9 months ago
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 NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.
 

How many wireless devices will this router support?

Depends on both what "support" means and how you use it. The wifi protocols don't put a limit on how many devices you can attach, those come from 1 of two things: 1) how much bandwidth each device uses so this limit is mostly what you're willing to tolerate 2) the IP address space you use. The default for Netgear devices is to use dhcp to provide address on the 192.168.1 network. This network can have 254 unique addresses, and one of them is taken up by the router itself, so you can support another 253 devices using the default config. Since these devices use NAT, (assuming you don't turn it off), you can use any network you like and, for example, put yourself on the 10 network which would give a huge number of possible addresses. The possible limit here is the ability of the router to do the bookkeeping necessary to do the Network Address Translation (that's what NAT means) for that many devices. I have no idea what this limit might be, you might find a practical limit by doing some internet searches or asking NetGear.
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 NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender: Broaden your network connection with a range extender that gives you extra Wi-Fi coverage in your home. Smart LED indicators will direct you to the optimal location to plug the extender into the wall, so you can easily enjoy improved range and speed on your mobile and wired devices. Save on data usage by connecting your smartphone or tablet to your home network.
 

how is this connected to a PC?

My PC is a little out of range from the router. I need to move the router a little closer to get better reception. Will this device help? And do I connect it to the PC or the router or to something else?
Range extenders are just that - you place them within range of your router with wireless support and they connect to the router and re-transmit as needed, although under a different network name. In your case, if your router has say 100' range and you want your PC 150' away, and assuming your PC has wifi capabilty, put the extender around 80-90' from the router, get it set up (takes 5 minutes) and then connect the PC to the extender. You can use a cable to connect a device to the extender if that's convenient and what's needed - I use a cable to connect a printer because the printer's wifi is flaky.
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