STUPID ROUTER!

Skylinegtr06 · 09-18-2006, 01:52 AM

My router just broke after 3 months, I can't return it or anything so i wasted around 130 bucks
I don't mind spending alot as long as I know it will last, can anyone recommend a wireless router?

***Izzy*** · 09-18-2006, 01:54 AM

What kind of router were you running?

I'm using the lower end Linksys SRX router. Works great.

whitecivicsi · 09-18-2006, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skylinegtr06

My router just broke after 3 months, I can't return it or anything so i wasted around 130 bucks
I don't mind spending alot as long as I know it will last, can anyone recommend a wireless router?

I've had several Linksys wireless routers bro and they have seemed to work great. No problems at all with them. I've installed about 10 of them for my buddies and no problems either.

I've heard that netgear is not that bad either if you want to go with them.

Just stay away from the ebay stuff...

(although some might be legit)

Skylinegtr06 · 09-18-2006, 02:09 AM

The one that broke was a link sys wrt55ag, it worked perfectly then jus stopped working

whitecivicsi · 09-18-2006, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Skylinegtr06

The one that broke was a link sys wrt55ag, it worked perfectly then jus stopped working

Now are you sure its broke? Why don't you try reseting it bro?

What is the problem exactly?

fa1 · 09-18-2006, 02:18 AM

Have you tried upgrading the firmware for it? Mines use to disconnect alot also until i did it. Btw I have a linksys BEFSR41 V3.

Skylinegtr06 · 09-18-2006, 02:24 AM

one night my internet was super slow maybe below 56k slow. Thinking it was the router I disconnected the router and plugged my computer straight to the modem, Problem Solved. The next day i wanted to use my wireless laptop downstairs so i tried to connect the wireless router again. But for some reason it would not work, I checked connections a million times, all the wiring is alright. I reset and begin the installation process, it cant find an internet source. I know its the modem that defected i tried everything

whitecivicsi · 09-18-2006, 02:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skylinegtr06

one night my internet was super slow maybe below 56k slow. Thinking it was the router I disconnected the router and plugged my computer straight to the modem, Problem Solved. The next day i wanted to use my wireless laptop downstairs so i tried to connect the wireless router again. But for some reason it would not work, I checked connections a million times, all the wiring is alright. I reset and begin the installation process, it cant find an internet source. I know its the modem that defected i tried everything

Normally when you disconnect your wireless router and plug it back in (to the modem) you would need to unplug your modem and plug it back in (after 30 secs) to let it reset? Most of the time this works.

If this dont work maybe it is broke.

Skylinegtr06 · 09-18-2006, 02:34 AM

Theres a reset button on the back that needs a pencil to press. I probably reset this thing 100 times. Thanks guys but theres no point in fixing this POS its broken for sure. I'm to buy a new one in a few days and need to know the best router there is MONEY is no issue

whitecivicsi · 09-18-2006, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skylinegtr06

Theres a reset button on the back that needs a pencil to press. I probably reset this thing 100 times. Thanks guys but theres no point in fixing this POS its broken for sure. I'm to buy a new one in a few days and need to know the best router there is MONEY is no issue

When you're reseting this you need to hold it in for like 15-30 secs not just press it bud.

But the main thing is when your reinstalling your wireless router is once you have everythign connected again. Unplug your MODEM and plugging it back in. Try that. If it doesnt work then maybe there is somethign wrong with your router.

Hope i didnt confuse you bud. But its bed time now for me. I'm on east coast time.

If you dont want to keep it send it to me...

GL

**jasonandre** · 09-18-2006, 11:01 PM

Stupid router.

Civic4u · 09-18-2006, 11:46 PM

I purchase a refurnish D-Link G Extreme Plus. It the best thing I ever done

It cost me $30. I have it about two year now. Never have a problems with it.

HAQER · 09-18-2006, 11:52 PM

I used to work at Fry's Electronics in the components dept. and sold all kinds of networking stuff. If it's linksys, it has a 1 year manufacturer's warranty. Contact them and they will replace it.

supersly_jones · 09-18-2006, 11:55 PM

1 year warranty?

NightKidsGTR · 09-19-2006, 12:12 AM

Maybe it's your router; maybe it's your modem.

To test if it's your modem, just connect it directly to your computer and see if you can use your internet. If that's the case, it's your router. If you still can't connect, you may be having ISP issues.

If it DOES work and doesn't work when you reconnect your router, your router may not be able to pick up the signals from your modem. Or perhaps, your router hasn't picked up your external IP (Most of the time when you have a LAN at home, your IP address will look something like 192.168.x.xxx).

Remember to power cycle your equipment if you're not getting connections. Unplug your equipment for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.

I've had trouble with my old D-Link router that just froze on me (stuck in reboot mode). I switched to an Airlink MIMO router ($30 at Fry's) and I've been happy with it. Strong signal throughout the house and 80% signal in my backyard.

striker_1818 · 09-19-2006, 12:32 AM

every router has a 1yr warranty no questions asked. Linksys has the best customer support.
Reset the modem then reset your router. Thats how it works.
But send it back and get a new one from the factory. takes 1 week =) they send it express shipping i had issues with my linksys and they sent me a new one.

ohiocivicracer · 09-19-2006, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fa1

Have you tried upgrading the firmware for it? Mines use to disconnect alot also until i did it. Btw I have a linksys BEFSR41 V3.

MEH BEFxxx routers are TERRRRIBLE, i work at steris (www.steris.com) and we have over 6,000 field users so many people have it and it is a terrible router, just go with a wrt54g... works like a charm...

fa1 · 09-19-2006, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ohiocivicracer

MEH BEFxxx routers are TERRRRIBLE, i work at steris (www.steris.com) and we have over 6,000 field users so many people have it and it is a terrible router, just go with a wrt54g... works like a charm...

Really? I got it about 4 years ago and it still works fine after I upgraded the firmware.

Mondo1287 · 09-19-2006, 01:37 AM

You can't go wrong with a wrt54g. I've used hundreds of these things and if you are going to buy a consumer grade model that is the one to get. If you are going to spend $130 I'd get a Netgear, not the cheapo plastic ones, however. Get one of the models with the dark blue metal case, they will not disappoint.

HAQER · 09-19-2006, 02:25 AM

I hated Netgear. My blue metal netgear would drop my internet and needed to be reset everyday. Sometimes in the middle of a counter strike game. That was years ago, so I am sure they have fixed it, but once you get that bad taste in your mouth...

I bought a Linksys since then and haven't looked back. I have never had a Linksys crap out on me, I have upgraded and given my old ones to family members who are still using them. Linksys is a division of Cisco (not created by Cisco, bought out by them), which is all we use at work, and they know their shit. We are like a Silver Cisco partner I think so we get hooked up pretty well.

09-18-2006, 01:52 AM	#1 (permalink)
Skylinegtr06 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chula Vista SD Age: 18 Posts: 5,745 edwyn(male) iTrader: 1 / 100%	STUPID ROUTER! My router just broke after 3 months, I can't return it or anything so i wasted around 130 bucks I don't mind spending alot as long as I know it will last, can anyone recommend a wireless router?

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*Izzy* Supreme Pizza! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Azusa, CA Age: 25 Posts: 11,935 iTrader: 5 / 100%	What kind of router were you running? I'm using the lower end Linksys SRX router. Works great. __________________

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Skylinegtr06 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chula Vista SD Age: 18 Posts: 5,745 edwyn(male) iTrader: 1 / 100%	The one that broke was a link sys wrt55ag, it worked perfectly then jus stopped working

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fa1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: SF, CA Age: 19 Posts: 2,460 FA Squad Member #17 iTrader: 1 / 100%	Have you tried upgrading the firmware for it? Mines use to disconnect alot also until i did it. Btw I have a linksys BEFSR41 V3.

09-18-2006, 02:24 AM	#7 (permalink)
Skylinegtr06 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chula Vista SD Age: 18 Posts: 5,745 edwyn(male) iTrader: 1 / 100%	one night my internet was super slow maybe below 56k slow. Thinking it was the router I disconnected the router and plugged my computer straight to the modem, Problem Solved. The next day i wanted to use my wireless laptop downstairs so i tried to connect the wireless router again. But for some reason it would not work, I checked connections a million times, all the wiring is alright. I reset and begin the installation process, it cant find an internet source. I know its the modem that defected i tried everything

09-18-2006, 02:34 AM	#9 (permalink)
Skylinegtr06 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chula Vista SD Age: 18 Posts: 5,745 edwyn(male) iTrader: 1 / 100%	Theres a reset button on the back that needs a pencil to press. I probably reset this thing 100 times. Thanks guys but theres no point in fixing this POS its broken for sure. I'm to buy a new one in a few days and need to know the best router there is MONEY is no issue

09-18-2006, 11:46 PM	#12 (permalink)
Civic4u Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Humble, TX Posts: 6,667 iTrader: 7 / 100%	I purchase a refurnish D-Link G Extreme Plus. It the best thing I ever done It cost me $30. I have it about two year now. Never have a problems with it.

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HAQER Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Houston Age: 25 Posts: 655 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I used to work at Fry's Electronics in the components dept. and sold all kinds of networking stuff. If it's linksys, it has a 1 year manufacturer's warranty. Contact them and they will replace it.

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supersly_jones Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: funny thing about my back is, is its located on my c**k!! Age: 20 Posts: 1,285 Ryan iTrader: 3 / 100%	1 year warranty?

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NightKidsGTR Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Jose, CA Age: 23 Posts: 817 San Jose's First Modified R18 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Maybe it's your router; maybe it's your modem. To test if it's your modem, just connect it directly to your computer and see if you can use your internet. If that's the case, it's your router. If you still can't connect, you may be having ISP issues. If it DOES work and doesn't work when you reconnect your router, your router may not be able to pick up the signals from your modem. Or perhaps, your router hasn't picked up your external IP (Most of the time when you have a LAN at home, your IP address will look something like 192.168.x.xxx). Remember to power cycle your equipment if you're not getting connections. Unplug your equipment for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. I've had trouble with my old D-Link router that just froze on me (stuck in reboot mode). I switched to an Airlink MIMO router ($30 at Fry's) and I've been happy with it. Strong signal throughout the house and 80% signal in my backyard.

09-19-2006, 12:32 AM	#16 (permalink)
striker_1818 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Farmingdale, New York Age: 23 Posts: 9,702 I HATE Stephanie iTrader: 18 / 100%	every router has a 1yr warranty no questions asked. Linksys has the best customer support. Reset the modem then reset your router. Thats how it works. But send it back and get a new one from the factory. takes 1 week =) they send it express shipping i had issues with my linksys and they sent me a new one.

09-19-2006, 01:37 AM	#19 (permalink)
Mondo1287 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Age: 28 Posts: 125 iTrader: 0 / 0%	You can't go wrong with a wrt54g. I've used hundreds of these things and if you are going to buy a consumer grade model that is the one to get. If you are going to spend $130 I'd get a Netgear, not the cheapo plastic ones, however. Get one of the models with the dark blue metal case, they will not disappoint.

09-19-2006, 02:25 AM	#20 (permalink)
HAQER Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Houston Age: 25 Posts: 655 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I hated Netgear. My blue metal netgear would drop my internet and needed to be reset everyday. Sometimes in the middle of a counter strike game. That was years ago, so I am sure they have fixed it, but once you get that bad taste in your mouth... I bought a Linksys since then and haven't looked back. I have never had a Linksys crap out on me, I have upgraded and given my old ones to family members who are still using them. Linksys is a division of Cisco (not created by Cisco, bought out by them), which is all we use at work, and they know their shit. We are like a Silver Cisco partner I think so we get hooked up pretty well.