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I'd just like to get a snapshot of what the spread or router brands is amongst members. It will be useful in planning any FAQs etc to have an idea of what most readers are going to be using.

Obviously, the poll can't go down to individual models, but feel free to post with the extra information if you want to. Thanks.

Linksys AM200

I just knew I'd missed a brand or two. :( Poll edited, if you'd like to vote.

Zyxel P660-HW T1

Netgear DG834PN

Belkin F5D7633-4A

Draytek 2700V.

Sadly, it's me with the moden ATM

DG834GT - performs wonderfully for me! Also hand that there are lots of 'hacked' firmwares around meaning lots of additional functionality for the router.

Router : Netgear DG834G

Quote from: Baz on Feb 02, 2008, 19:39:46
Netgear DG834PN

How long have you had this router and you noticed any problems with it?

Like, pages loading slow at night for short periods at random times or sometimes not loading until you reboot the router? Wireless encryption problems etc?

Linksys WAG200G. I have two of them, one here and one at my house in Spain.

They used to have a reconnect bug, whereby they wouldn't reconnect if the ADSL line was disconnected. Cured by a firmware upgrade six or so months back.

Very happy now.

2Wire 2700HG here, but previously used a SpeedTouch 585v6.

Netgear DG834G at the moment, so that was my vote, but I'm hoping to receive a 2Wire that works in the next few days, so I may be changing.

Quote from: psp83 on Feb 02, 2008, 20:51:47
Router : Netgear DG834G

How long have you had this router and you noticed any problems with it?

Like, pages loading slow at night for short periods at random times or sometimes not loading until you reboot the router? Wireless encryption problems etc?

Ive had it just over a year psp83 and had no probs at all but this is my first router so cant really say whether ive had probs or not. Have never noticed any thing major as you asked about, have only re booted after firmware updates and after having bother with my sons system on the network. maybe getting a bit bother now as he has a ps3 and trying to get that on the ps network is testing, but no nothing major its been very good. got some nice flashing blue lights on to that you can turn on if you get bored  ;D ;D

Baz

Quote from: Baz on Feb 02, 2008, 23:54:41
Ive had it just over a year psp83 and had no probs at all but this is my first router so cant really say whether ive had probs or not. Have never noticed any thing major as you asked about, have only re booted after firmware updates and after having bother with my sons system on the network. maybe getting a bit bother now as he has a ps3 and trying to get that on the ps network is testing, but no nothing major its been very good. got some nice flashing blue lights on to that you can turn on if you get bored  ;D ;D

Baz

Just keep an eye out with this router, It can be a right pain in the arse.. I had to reboot mine every day (maybe more than once) because it had the random "dont load a website" bug and the wireless range/encryption is alot worse than the DG834G.

2700 HGV + i have the DG834GT,but i usually use the 2700 which is better for my long line. ;D

Linksys WAG300N here...

I bought the Zoom X6 having read all the favourable reviews. No regrets, easy to set up and does what it says on the tin. An excellent bit of kit for my requirements.   :)

I also have a Zoom X6......never had anything else so I don't know if anything is better than the Zoom.......Nigel does yours disconnect from time to time?
Mine, I have to shut it down at least once a day for about 15mins

That shouldn't be necessary, Harry. :(

Quote from: psp83 on Feb 02, 2008, 20:51:47
Router : Netgear DG834G

How long have you had this router and you noticed any problems with it?

Like, pages loading slow at night for short periods at random times or sometimes not loading until you reboot the router? Wireless encryption problems etc?

I know this wasn't directed at me, but just to let you know that I've had a Netgear DG834G (v1) for approx three years now, and I've never experienced problems with it - certainly not of the type that you mention there.

I had an 834G v3 running for a year or so before moving to the 2700. No problems of that sort at all. Might be worth trying some extra ventilation, Paul.

2700 for the World baby !!

Err sry yes I own the fabulous 2700.

Lol

ReD

MAABOF

2700 simply the best. :)

My thoughts exactly, bill!

Yep, it's the best router I've ever owned. ;D

Hi Kerrso05. No, I've never had any disconnects with my Zoom X6. I'm no expert but I suggest that the problem lies with your line, home wiring or exchange rather than with your router or IDNet.

At present the best 2700HGV

also own a 1800 (2700 without the VOIP)
voyager 250
voyager 110
billion
d-link
AVM
cisco (2nd best router for my line)
another 2 cant remember the brands
and a multitech.

Yes i work on adsl lines a bit.

I am using a Zyxel 6600 at the moment, I also have a BT Voyager 2100 and a Talk Talk ( read Philips )..along with 3 faulty 2700's . ;D.. I like the Zyxel best of the bunch.

I don't do polls, so I havn't voted..  >:D

Must admit I have gone back to the DG834G v3 as I started having wireless dropouts when media streaming, granted the 2700 was the best for line speed and stability but the QOS feature on the DG is is better for me personally, I have dropped sync to 5568 but I can live with that and I'm still getting a good snr, maybe some work was done on my DSLAM :-\ I think its horses for courses with routers but the 2700 was good but also I need upnp even though it has issues, but the DG does not allow dns changes via it so I'm not to worried there. :) anyone want a dual SSID 2700 HGV, PM me ;D

Im loving my hacked 2700hgv  ;D

Holds the line 100% ;)

Quote from: madasahatter on Feb 03, 2008, 17:47:48
I know this wasn't directed at me, but just to let you know that I've had a Netgear DG834G (v1) for approx three years now, and I've never experienced problems with it - certainly not of the type that you mention there.

Quote from: Rik on Feb 03, 2008, 17:59:46
I had an 834G v3 running for a year or so before moving to the 2700. No problems of that sort at all. Might be worth trying some extra ventilation, Paul.

Sorry, But i was talking about my older router, the DG834PN version, That router was a nightmare atleast once a day  :-\

But i've got a DG834G router and not had much probs with it, only when BT **** around with my line  :-[

I'm using a netgear DG834g V3.  A really good all round router.  Just upgraded the firmware to V4.01.30 and I have a few more options to play round with now including security wep options.  :D

Im no expert so may be wrong here but isnt WPA security far better than WEP?

Much better, Baz. WEP can be cracked in a few seconds.

I have a Dlink DIR655 Cable router 1gb switch and draft N.

Using a Draytek Vigor 100 ADSL+2 Modem  :)

I've got a Billion 7402VGP (with VOIP), which I like - it allows you to set a coding gain that increases sync speed, which is handy, or you can just leave it on auto.  The helpdesk is first-rate - when e-mails about setting up the firewall didn't get me anywhere, they phoned me up (early on a Friday evening!) and talked me through the necessary set-up very patiently!

Thanks, Krysia - have you voted?

Yes, I have - thanks for checking!

Quote from: krysia on Feb 07, 2008, 20:17:26
Yes, I have - thanks for checking!

That's a relief - Rik would have been round with a clipboard otherwise!  ;D

Quote from: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 21:13:27
That's a relief - Rik would have been round with a clipboard otherwise!  ;D

Clip round the ear, more like (http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o121/vampums_photos/Clip%20art/poke.gif)

I'm still amazed at the low takeup on Speedtouch.

Quote from: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 21:13:27
That's a relief - Rik would have been round with a clipboard otherwise!  ;D

I await mine then Simon..  ;D

It's in the post, In.  :)

Trembling at the thought of it Rik...  ;D

Quote from: Rik on Feb 08, 2008, 00:48:07
I'm still amazed at the low takeup on Speedtouch.

I have one ;)

I know. :)

Quote from: Rik on Feb 08, 2008, 00:48:07
I'm still amazed at the low takeup on Speedtouch.

I've got one as well - I also have a Netgear so I suppose I could have voted for that instead.  :-\ but I'm using my Speedtouch at the moment.  ;D

I was thinking about allowing two votes for all of use who have a spare in the cupboard Ray. ;)

Then I can add by speedtouch to the vote

It would have to be a second poll, Malc, to differentiate what's actually being used and what we have in reserve.

Good job I don't vote then Rik, I could cause mayhem with my 3 ( non-working ) 2700's.  ;D

Doorstops don't count. :)

I have a Linksys WRT54GL running tomato firmware which normally PPPoe's to a Linksys ADSL2MUE in bridge mode.

But thanks to Pipex switching me to Tiscali in the last few days the ADSL2MUE is now running in PPPoa with the WRT54 hanging off it as a DMZ (PPPoe no longer works)

Good news is that it syncs at 8128 rock solid so when I come over to IDnet it will hopefully fly.

Hi, welcome to the forum :welc: :karmic:, have a karma.

Welcome to the forum DB, have a welcome Karma. :welc: :karmic:

Thanks, just waiting for my MAC code then will be signing up proper   :)

Lucky bugger one month FREE too .

Yes indeed; it's a very nice gesture. I suppose some people are put off having never heard of IDNet, so one month free and a one month contract is great for new users.

I use a netgear but am on my second replacement which is also playing up so would not recommend them.

I should update my vote.  I'm now on a 2700.

You want me to allow changes?

Your poll!  ;)

More Admin manipulation .. ;D >:D :evilb: :hehe:

Can I change my vote as well ;)

Need to change mine too  ;D

 ;D ;D ;D Start another Poll, it would be easier. >:D

Lets have a poll to deciede whether to change this or start another

Too late - changes now allowed. :) Your present vote will be highlighted in bold. Select remove vote, then you will be able to make a new vote.

Quote from: Rik on Feb 14, 2008, 14:46:02
Too late - changes now allowed. :) Your present vote will be highlighted in bold. Select remove vote, then you will be able to make a new vote.

More bloody " creative accounting "...Now you know why I don't vote in polls..  ;D ;D ;)

As this is merely information gathering, rather than decision making, I thought you wouldn't mind, In. :)

Quote from: Rik on Feb 14, 2008, 15:43:19
As this is merely information gathering, rather than decision making, I thought you wouldn't mind, In. :)

It's OK, I am getting used to it now Rik...  ;D >:D :evilb: :evil:

:hehe:

 :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue:

:kiss:

 :hehe: :buttkick:

Good.  I've changed my vote.  Seeing as I've changed my router it was only right.  :)

Voting closes: Feb 18, 2008, 14:46:20)

Why not at 14:47:52 ???

Rik is always very precise.  ;)

More accurately, the SMF software is. :)

Quote from: Malc on Feb 14, 2008, 23:58:32
Voting closes: Feb 18, 2008, 14:46:20)

Why not at 14:47:52 ???

Have a poll on it Malc, Rik will adjust things if he thinks it is necessary ..  ;D >:D

V4 DG834G here no issues, infact never had any physical issues with netgear DG834G's I had a DG834GT burn out and connection drop  faster than a lady of the nights panties, then it caught fire  :react: Next I tried a DG834PN what a  nightmare, using full encryption it would make the Network open, you had to drop one digit! It would block msn messenger randomly until you rebooted it and wireless was no better really than the G version, it was just bigger with a blue ufo on top, In the end it went back, after 3 mths Netgear had not sorted out the security issue with the encryption key and I managed to get a refund from Broadband Buyer as it was being sold with a function that did not work (trading standards) The 2700 was the best for long lines but the V4 works great, better than previous versions and I needed some of the features the Netgear has like QOS etc, but the 2700 still gave the best speeds. I do prefer the interface of the Netgear though but that's just a personal thing.

Quote from: Killhippie on Feb 15, 2008, 08:22:40I needed some of the features the Netgear has like QOS etc, but the 2700 still gave the best speeds. I do prefer the interface of the Netgear though but that's just a personal thing.

Does the V4 have any new features (in the control area) that the V3 doesn't have?
Except for the chipset change, what other changes is there in version 4?

Quote from: psp83 on Feb 15, 2008, 08:31:38
Does the V4 have any new features (in the control area) that the V3 doesn't have?
Except for the chipset change, what other changes is there in version 4?

Its pretty much the same you have slightly more detailed stats now which is better and a more precise measurement of snr etc, but you can use DMT tool to alter the snr like the GT version from what I have read (could be wrong you know the net) as it uses a similar broadcom chipset, also it supports Vistas new tcp/ip stack better than the v3 from what I have gleaned. Control is pretty much the same  you have  Wmm-QoS (Automatically adjusts to the needs of Internet, voice, video and gaming applications) WMM-PS and WDS as introduced in the later versions of the v3 firmware, but since its still on the initial firmware things could change there, you can now turn off the messaging ports and firewall with radio buttons as well and of course it still has url content filtering etc. Its designed as a home users router therefore you don't get a massively cluttered interface that will scare people off but time will tell what can be done as far as hacked firmware for it, as its only just come out in the UK. On a separate note it now has a smaller power supply so you can't use it as a hammer in the Olympics anymore :) Actually just checked you can adjust your snr by telnet but you need to turn on debug mode first.

It's interesting to srr such a large number of 2wire users! Especially when you consider there is no official support channel, no warrenty and that they are only available from Ebay!

I agree, Lance. But they're cheap, good performers, and there's plenty of unofficial support. :)

I'm still surprised by the relatively low showing for Speedtouch - I'd have expected them to be on a par with Netgear.

Netgears are more widely available I think, Rik. Also, most people have heard of Netgear, especially as they're available in high street shops. I'd say the SpeedTouch is the better router, though. ;)

Yet most people start their 'careers' with a Speedtouch modem. Of course, as Netgear sponsor rugby, they have my loyalty. ;)

That is why they are so expensive then Rik..  ;D ;D

A rugby team of 22 players is still a fraction of the cost of a football team of 13. :)

True Rik, but I guess it will not be long before they catch up with the round ball variety.

Not as things stand, there's a salary cap in place on the premiership (rugby). I think that may have to change under the new agreement with England, though, as squads will, imo, need to be larger.

US Robotics...USR 9110

Poll now closed. Thanks everyone. :)