Up the Speed of Your Wireless Network
NETGEAR's Cable/DSL 54 Mbps Wireless Router lets you experience the blazing-fast network wireless speeds of 54 Mbps ? up to five times faster than the popular 802.11b wireless network. These higher speeds make it a snap to web surf, download large files, videoconference, stream high-quality digital movies, MP3 music and photos and play online games. This wireless router also works with 802.11b wireless products so you can use it with your existing 802.11b devices and your new 54 Mbps, 802.11g devices. Auto-sensing chooses the fastest connections possible on your 10/100 Mbps wide area network and four local area network ports. True Firewall (SPI) advanced security provides maximum protection from professional hackers. URL blocking and e-mail alerts provide parents with controls to limit access to inappropriate web sites and monitor children's access. Simple to install, you just follow the cues shown on your PC screen and your router will be up and running in no time. Smart Wizard auto-detects and configures for the best ISP connection, while UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) makes it easy to use your computers, gaming consoles and other client devices ? wireless and Ethernet ? for gaming, instant messaging, and other applications.
Powerful
High-speeds propel media-rich content across your network in no time. You can conveniently share your cable/DSL connection with many users on your network with or without wires. Delivers 10/100 Mbps (auto-sensing) WAN and LAN connections and interoperability with 54 Mbps (802.11g) and 11 Mbps (802.11b) devices over a 2.4 GHz band wireless network.
Secure
A true firewall secures your network against hackers: Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Denial of Service (DoS) attack prevention averts potential threats by scanning incoming traffic and Network Address translation (NAT) shields your networked devices from intruders. Powerful WEP encryption (40/64- or 128-bit) on the wireless LAN conceals your information from eavesdroppers. MAC Address Control prevents unauthorized access to your wireless network. VPN pass-through give secure Internet access to your office or corporate network. A free 8-PC license of Freedom Zero-Knowledge Systems (a $240 value) prevents applications from sending your personal information over the Internet and blocks ads.
Child Safe
Parents are able to limit web access by blocking offensive content and URL addresses, and the router sends real-time email alerts and logs of all network web activity. Comprehensive anti-virus protection ensures safety for your networked computers.
Effortless
Smart Wizard simplifies setup ?? it automatically detects and configures your router for virtually all ISP connections. Install Assistant, NETGEAR?s interactive tutorial, gives you simple prompts to guide you through each step of your installation. Applications that support UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) may be enabled to automatically interact with users over the Internet. Sleek design that comes with a vertical stand saves space.
Features:
- Faster Speeds up to 54 Mbps in 2.4 GHz mode
- Share your Cable/DSL Internet connection ? with or without wires!
- Smart Wizard ? automatically detects and connects to your ISP
- True Firewall with SPI and NAT protection
- Easy set up with interactive install tutorial
Specifications:
Routing Protocols: Static & Dynamic Routing with TCP/IP, VPN pass-through (IPSec, L2TP), NAT, PPTP, PPPoE, DHCP (client & server)
Application Support: Works with most Internet baming and instant messaging application and application that support UPnP for automatic Internet access.
Functions: Automatically detects and configures your ISP type, Exposed Host (DMZ), MAC address authentication, URL content filtering, logs and e-mail alerts of Internet activity
Interface:
? Internet/WAN: 10/100 Mbps (auto-sensing) Ethernet, RJ-45
? LAN: 4 ports 10/100 Mbps (auto-sensing) Ethernet, RJ-45
Wireless:
? Network Speeds: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, &54 Mbps (auto-rate capable)
? Modulation Type: OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK
? Frequency: 2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
Firewall: Statful Packet Inspection (SPI), DoS Attack Detection/Logging, Dropped Packet Log, Security Event Log, E-mail Log
Encryption: 40-bit (also called 64-bit), 128-bit, and 152-bit (802.11g only) WEP encryption
Antenna: 2 dBi
Power Adapter: 12 VDC
Package Includes:
? 54 Mbps Wireless Router SGR614
? 54 Mbps Wireless Router CD
? Vertical Stand
? Power adapter
? Installation guide
? Warranty card
? Support information card
System Requirements:
? Broadband (cable, DSL) Internet service and modem with Ethernet connection
? 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and cable for each computer
? Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Mac OS, NetWare, UNIX, or Linux
? Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 6.0 or higher
? Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP for Freedom PC software
Warranty and Support:
NETGEAR 3-year warranty
Attention Wireless Router Users:
I often hear people complain about how their routers are failing. Often times,
people will replace a router several times and yet their problems persist often
times at the misconception that their bad luck may be due to a particular brand
being inferior as a wireless router to another.
This is not the case! The culprit in most cases lies in your power source. What
many people do not realize is that the power coming out of your outlet will jump
from 110v down to 106v and in some locations can climb as high as 160volts. These
rising and lowering voltage fluctuations happen constantly.
This brings me back to the topic of Wireless Routers. The chips in all of today's
wireless routers are being pushed to their stress limits under standard conditions.
The voltage irregularities in common power lines will over time cause these chips
to be over stressed and fail.
If you have a router that is dropping your internet connection after you have
been online for a period of time you are most likely experiencing this phenomenon.
Over time, the amount of time it takes your router to overheat and fail will shorten
until you are no longer able to utilize it.
There is a very simple solution for this situation, simply use a UPS back up system
with a built in power conditioner or purchase a power conditioner without the
battery function with your new wireless router. Do not purchase a spike arrester
or surge suppresser for this since they will not protect your system to the degree
most people are led to believe.
UPS and power conditioners will smooth out the low and high spots in your power,
giving you a clean stable and safe power voltage that will protect your wireless
router and other devices from damage due to voltage fluctuations. Audio systems,
TV's and computers can also benefit from this technology as well, while producing
cleaner audio and visuals that result from clean stable power.