T0MBRA1D3R
 
 
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    April 5, 2014
  • Last Review
    June 13, 2017
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    4.6
 
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    September 25, 2014
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    July 25, 2016
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T0MBRA1D3R's Reviews
 
 Linksys - AC1750 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router
Linksys - AC1750 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router
Surf the web faster with this Linksys Mu-Mimo wireless router. Its next-gen Wi-Fi technology lets you connect multiple devices at speeds of up to 1.7 Gbps, and the included extender providers a stronger signal for uninterrupted video streaming and chat. Enable parental controls with the smart Wi-Fi app of this Linksys Mu-Mimo wireless router.
 
Great WiFi Product
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on June 13, 2017
This router sets up easily with the Genie. It finds any updates needed, and then walks you through the setup if you want. You can also choose professional mode, and set all the settings yourself.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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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.
 
Easy to Setup
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on June 8, 2017
Great to setup if you like to just answer questions and let the "genie" do the work. Otherwise, you can choose to setup and customize the router yourself. Supports DDNS but the list of supported servers is very minimal. This hopefully will be addressed in future firmware updates.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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 Actiontec - Powerline Ethernet Adapter and 4-Port Hub - White
Actiontec - Powerline Ethernet Adapter and 4-Port Hub - White
Extend an Ethernet connection to your wall outlets with this Actiontec Powerline PWR514K01 Ethernet adapter and 4-port hub, which allow you to provide Web access to up to 4 compatible networking devices at once.
 
Ethernet over Powerline
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on July 25, 2016
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This device makes it easy to add ethernet where you don't have an ethernet wire, and devices that don't have wifi.
Just plug in the sender by the router, and plug in the receiver at your equipment.
The built in switch lets you run 5 devices without having to add an ethernet switch.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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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.
 
Easy to Use Expander
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on July 25, 2016
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This WiFi expander is easy to setup and use.
Follow the wizard, using your browser, no software to install.
Setup is complete in under 10 minutes, really can be done in about 5.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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 Belkin - Dual-Band AC+ Gigabit Router - Black
Belkin - Dual-Band AC+ Gigabit Router - Black
You demand a lot from your Wi-Fi network. With this Belkin router, everyone in the house will be able to watch shows, play games and use tablets, smartphones and Smart TVs at the same time, without lag or slowdown.
 
Great Less Expensive Router
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on July 25, 2016
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This router has Good WiFi coverage.
It is easy to setup.
It has gigabit ethernet to keep your wired connections fast.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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 ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
This ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 high-speed cable modem delivers 8-channel downstream data speeds up to 343.1 Mbps for fast Internet connection. The internal filter helps minimize interference for enhanced performance.
 
Own don't Rent
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on July 25, 2016
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Great for a cable modem up to 300 Mbps. (Most cable). If you need more speed and can pay for it use the next model up. This one is great, and installed easy. Cable company has you read a few numbers off the label, and you are up and going.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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 NETGEAR - N750 Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
NETGEAR - N750 Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
Enjoy fast Internet access with this NETGEAR N750 dual-band wireless-N Gigabit router that features data transfer rates up to 750 Mbps, so you can easily stream high-definition content. Four Ethernet ports allow expanded connectivity options.
 
Great Product - Works Better than expected
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on September 25, 2014
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  • My Best Buy® Elite Plus Member
This is a staple product in our home AV system lineup. Even when replacing the same brand from 2-years ago. The speed and distance of this product are hard to be beat, especially by products in this price range.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
Mobile Submission: True
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 NETGEAR - RangeMax N600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
NETGEAR - RangeMax N600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
Choose this NETGEAR router and receive high level wireless security, the ability to share photos, music and more, and a way to keep track of your kids’ activity online. Plus, with easy installation for tablets, smartphones and computers, you’ll be able to start enjoying Wi-Fi throughout your home right away.
 
Great Value Hi-Power WiFi
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: T0MBRA1D3R
from SO CAL
on April 5, 2014
  • Verified Purchaser
  • My Best Buy® Elite Plus Member
What's great about it: Easy to Set up
What's not so great: Doesn't have AP only mode as some other models do
This is a very easy to setup and use WiFi router. It has a wizard mode that will walk you through all the steps, or you can bypass and go into advanced settings. The range of the WiFi is greatly increased, even over the same product from 2 years ago.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
My Best Buy number: 2088286970
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Expand your wired Internet network with this NETGEAR Powerline 1000 PL1000-100PAS network extender, which features HomePlug AV2 to support Gigabit speeds for improved coverage. Push-and-Secure encrypts your network connections at the touch of a button.
 

Will this extend a phone line to a location where there is no phone jack

No.
Not a phone extender.
But there is a similar device that does that.
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Expand your wired Internet network with this NETGEAR Powerline 1000 PL1000-100PAS network extender, which features HomePlug AV2 to support Gigabit speeds for improved coverage. Push-and-Secure encrypts your network connections at the touch of a button.
 

Is it possible to use this product to bring a wifi signal to an area in the home with poor signal?

No.
Not a WiFi extender.
7 years, 9 months ago
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Expand your wired Internet network with this NETGEAR Powerline 1000 PL1000-100PAS network extender, which features HomePlug AV2 to support Gigabit speeds for improved coverage. Push-and-Secure encrypts your network connections at the touch of a button.
 

will this extend the wifi to another building 300 ft away?

NO!
This does not extend WiFi.
It extends ethernet and only if on the same circuit panel.
Can you turn off the other building power from an electric panel in the local building? If so ... then this will work to extend ethernet.
Then you could put a WAP (wireless access point) to create WiFi in that remote building.
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 Actiontec - Powerline Ethernet Adapter and 4-Port Hub - White
Actiontec - Powerline Ethernet Adapter and 4-Port Hub - White
Extend an Ethernet connection to your wall outlets with this Actiontec Powerline PWR514K01 Ethernet adapter and 4-port hub, which allow you to provide Web access to up to 4 compatible networking devices at once.
 

Can you use a 3rd adapter (2nd extension) in another part of your house?

All powerline Ethernet adapter systems require 2 adapters; 1 connected to your router and another adapter where you want the wired extension. My question is: can you use multiple extension points by using a 3rd adapter (or more) in another location of the same house? If so, I assume all extension point adapters would be subject to the limitations of the adapter connected to the router. Would there be any other drawbacks? Would the security feature still work properly? If I live in a single family home do I even need the security feature?
That is not one question :-[

You should be able to add a 2nd receiver of the same brand (and sometimes other brands).
You should be able to use the security feature across multiple devices (sender - receiver 1) then (sender to receiver 2).
You should not need the security feature at home.
You never get more speed out of the system than it is capable of at the sending point.
If you have 300 Mbps and 5 devices are actively using it ... they will be sharing that speed ... like cars on a road.
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 ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
This ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 high-speed cable modem delivers 8-channel downstream data speeds up to 343.1 Mbps for fast Internet connection. The internal filter helps minimize interference for enhanced performance.
 

Is this modem a good choice for Time Warner 100 or 200 Mbps internet plan? And will this modem and a 100 or 200 Mbps plan work will with a wireless-N series router (I have a ASUS RT-n66u Wi-Fi router)?

Yes, it works up to 300 Mbps. No sense buying a faster modem, if you don't have faster internet.
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 NETGEAR - N750 Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
NETGEAR - N750 Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch - Black
Enjoy fast Internet access with this NETGEAR N750 dual-band wireless-N Gigabit router that features data transfer rates up to 750 Mbps, so you can easily stream high-definition content. Four Ethernet ports allow expanded connectivity options.
 

will this router work with my laptop using verizon dsl

Yes.

The Verizon DSL modem might have a built in router ... If so, Verizon can help you disable the WiFi on their system and put the router into "bridge" mode.
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