So Secured By msculit on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
I initially used a Siemens modem/router but when I upgraded my DSL connection to a higher speed, my modem was unable to handle the load and was no longer compatible with my Vista OS in my laptop. I bought this Belkin wireless modem/router which is easily set-up and is compatible with my Vista OS.
I liked the way my network connection at home is mega-secured. I think even Kryptonites won't be able to get thru the "force field." ;) That is how serious the firewall of my new modem/router is. There is a caveat though, I cannot view some of the websites I used to visit before using my old Siemens modem. There is no way around with the firewall set-up of the modem. If I disable it, leaving my Windows' firewall on and the ISP's own licenced virus defender, it will not run at all so I end up putting the firewall on. Speed-wise, I have no problem with the way it loads up. The only problem I encounter is, I have to restart or reboot it every single day. I don't know what is wrong with it but I think it cannot handle so many pcs at one time. We have 7 laptops at home but we normally do not connect all at the same time. Even then, I still have to keep on restarting it.
Operating range is: Indoor - 500 ft. and for Outdoor - 1000 ft.
Has VPN Support and ADSL/LAN Protocol supported too.
I am still pleased with the modem/router though despite the hiccups. So far (and knock on wood!), we have not encoutered any "worms" and unncessary virus looming around the internet world.
So far, we are still very, very secured...
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Belkin Wireless G+ MIMO Modem Router Purchased at: Lulu Electronics section, Dubai Price: AED 500.00 approx
Darn good router. Have you contacted Belkin support about your startup issues? Maybe adding a hub might help you?
Hi Froggy. Not that I tried to call them because it may just cost me big bucks to do so...hahaha. It's sooooo darn good, I have to use my connection in the office just to get in the sites of some of the webs I cannot view from home. Imagine that?!? Bought another router too but too "ignoramus" to set it up...hahahaa... thanks for the comment!
We have a Belkin too & have had no problems!
With 7 computers running through our connection and sometimes 8 when my daughter comes home with her laptop, I don't know that I'd want to have to reset every day :) Firewall sounds great but ...I'd really question this restart aspect of it to be honest as this appears to be a fault of the router and definitely isn't a good feature. Some people have complained as well that the reset button gives out because of this issue as well. Hope the Company can get this particular issue rectified for you. Good luck. Appreciate the info