NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router
- Wireless-N router offers an easy way to set up a fast network with wired and wireless connections
- Delivers up to 300 Mbps of wireless throughput
- Four RJ-45 Ethernet ports allow for wired connections to the network
- Enhanced security includes a double firewall, and WPA and 128-bit WEP encryption
- Device measures 8.9 x 1.5 x 6.8 inches (WxHxD)
Product Description
The Netgear WNR834B RangeMax NEXT Wireless Router extends the power & possibilities of your wireless home network. This next-generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, delivering speed and range. It provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products, with Intensi-fi. Create and maintain enough bandwidth to go online, make Internet calls, share files, play network games, stream videos and more -- all simultaneously. Unit Dimensions - 8.9 x 6.8 x 1.5 (225.5 x 172 x 39 mm) Weight - 1.2 lbs. (.56 Kg) Recommended for use with WN311B or WN511B RangeMax NEXT Wireless Adapter
Amazon.com Product Description
 | The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router offers: - Wireless-N protocol for up to 270 Mbps throughput.
- Four Ethernet ports for wired networking.
- WiFi Multimedia technology for optimized audio, video, and voice applications.
|  | |  | The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router lets you easily set up a wireless network in your home so you can share a single internet connection with everyone in your household at speeds up to 270 Mbps. You can stream music and video, make internet phone calls, videoconference, and surf the web, all at the same time. 
The WNR834B delivers up to 10 times more range than an 802.11g device. View larger. | Easy Setup
The WNR834B makes it easy for even a novice to set up a wireless network: just plug the included Ethernet cable from your LAN into the device and insert the included CD into any computer on the network, which will provide step-by-step instructions. The WNR834B includes a stand for vertical placement. The WNR834B employs a web-based interface for configuration for compatibility with any computer with a web browser. The firmware is also upgradeable via the web interface so you can be sure your router will always be up-to-date. New Technology Means Blazing Speeds and Backwards Compatibility
The WNR834B complies with the latest 802.11n draft specification which allows for speeds up to 270 Mbps. By utilizing MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output) technology, the WNR834B has speed and range far surpassing the older 802.11g standard. The preset internal antennas ensure that the device is always tuned for optimal performance, and NETGEAR's Wi-Fi Multimedia technology optimizes audio, video, and voice applications. If you still have computers that use 802.11g or 802.11b, don't fret as the router is backwards compatible with the older wireless standards and can be set so all your computers can connect to the network. The WNR834B will automatically figure out the connection type and work accordingly. The router also has four RJ-45 Ethernet ports in the back for connecting computers to the network via a wired connection. Security Made Easy
The WNR834B offers many security options to ensure your data is private. Double firewall protection keeps your network shielded from outside attacks. It also prevents Denial of Service (DoS) attacks. NETGEAR's Touchless WiFi Security makes it quick and easy to set up network security on a WiFi network by asking for a passphrase from the user. The WNR834B supports WiFi Protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), and 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption for 802.11b/g networks. Additionally, you can set security through MAC address authentication, allowing only authorized users onto the network. Repeater Mode
The router can be set in repeater mode which allows you to use it to extend the range of an existing wireless network. The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router is backed by a 1-year warranty. What's in the Box
WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router, power adapter, Ethernet cable, stand, setup CD, warranty/support information card.
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NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router
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- Publisher: Netgear
- Label: Netgear
- Studio: Netgear
- Average Customer Review:
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- nv:Device Type^Wireless Router|Form Factor^Desktop|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11n|Wireless Data Transfer Rates^270 Mbps|Wireless Network Configuration^Infrastructure|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3u Ethernet 100Base-TX|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^TCP/IP|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^DHCP|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^Network Address Translation (NAT)|Firewall Features^Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
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Summary: Fine for complete novice 2008-11-04
Comment: I switched from DSL to cable so bought the 'most advanced' router on the shelf: 11n, supposedly maximum range at up to 130 MB download. There're probably many features that I didn't study-up on: double firewalls, direct link to certain VPNs, ... I hear that routers can do a lot, but all I wanted was Interenet connectivity for my PCs.
After a major hassle with setting up the cable modem which was my ISP's problem, not the Netgear router, I plugged my PC into the router with an Ethernet cable, inserted the CD and was off! It got an IP address 'automatically,'I was able to set up the router in less than 5 minutes with WPA2 (stronger than WEP) security... and now, a month or so of using it constantly, no problems. (I worry a little about 'sharing bandwidth' with all the other folks on the same cable. DSL is dedicated but cable is variable, but so far, so good. "Sharing" is an attribute of cable modems -- nothing to do with the router. This router will support cable or DSL so I can switch back if I want.)
Another cable modem vs. DSL wrinkle: cable modems will only allow a single router to be connected. I was hoping to daisy-chain my other router (for VPN access) but can't do it. Not Netgear's problem. It has 4 ports on the back so I can directly connect an IP phone or printer or... up to 4 devices.
I had to get a refurbed 11n PC card for my ancient machine because it seems the Netgear did not 'fall back' enough for my old 11g card. That might have been a problem with old drivers for the 11g card. With the 11n card, I just had to point and click and was connected in less than 5 minutes, good connectivity, no drops... Happy!
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Summary: AVOID IT LIKE THE PLAGUE 2008-10-21
Comment: I bought this router at my local Walmart.
Followed the instructions to the T.
Router would not let me access internet.
Called NetGear Tech Support.
Six hours later Net Gear told me to return it to Walmart.
Glitchy product, poor quality control, poorly designed.
Must Avoid Like The Plague.
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Customer Rating:
Summary: mixed 2008-10-01
Comment: The product is good, dealing with Amazon is Great but dealing with
Net-gear rep is very bad what's even worst is that there service is out sourced to India and you can't understand a word they are saying trust me it's much easier to do it your self just carefully follow the instructions on the disc.
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Summary: Excellent! 2008-09-24
Comment: I was very suspicious when i was shopping around for a new router. If you have had any router using experience (i would hope you do) then you know that there are some routers out there that have very very veryyyy bad user interfaces on them, with hidden controls etc. This was real easy to set up, with no actual ip configs etc (the software does it all for you-THANK YOU). Then once its up and running, it takes about 1 min to setup security and passwords, awesome!
This is a good router, even if you don't have wireless-n. I don't, but my roommate does and his connection is rocket fast. We're talkin 4-5 megs in a dorm room. Nice!
Get this router, especially for the price. You'll be shooting yourself in the foot if you don't.
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Summary: Works fine - good coverage 2008-09-06
Comment: Setup is simple if you take the time to read the instructions and go thru the setup CD. For some unknown reason the CD takes a long time to load. You must have the PC with the setup CD connected directly to the cable modem with the supplied cable, otherwise the setup will NOT work.
Coverage is much better than G and extends much further out. Just installed it so have no history on the longevity. So far I've had no disconnects and haven't had to reboot the modem connection like I've had to do with Belkin one I had prviously. It also feels faster than the DLink N with rangebooster that I had.
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