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Linksys WRT150N Wireless Router

Linksys WRT150N Wireless Router

802.11b/g, draft 802.11n, 300 Mbps, 256 Bit WEP, WPA2 - MPN: WRT150N

Rated 4 Star Review out of 21 reviews

Description: The Wireless-N Home Router is really three devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Finally, th... read more

The Wireless-N Home Router is really three devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Finally, the Router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection. minimize
 

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rlatts
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Mar 2008
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3 Star Review Connection issues

Strengths:

- Great speeds when connected

Weaknesses:

- Connectivity problems

Posted Mar 16, 2008 - - I live in a townhouse with maybe 2 other Linksys routers within range, not all the same models (I know cause my wireless adapter sees them)I have a laptop, and an Xbox 360 connected wireless. I loose connection everyday, sometimes not being able to get on at all....its not my internet provider (I work for the company that installs it so its been checked over many times) so...for maybe having to many routers in the same area is the problem. im calling Linksys right now....

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firemanban
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Feb 2008
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1 Star Review Worst router ever

Strengths:

None

Weaknesses:

Deceptive "easy" setup, slow connection (when it does connect), kicks off one computer when another logs on.

Posted Feb 26, 2008 - I'm not a nube, so I wanted to upgrade from my lousy cable company router; boy, did I make a mistake. The easy setup disc/process only works if you restart the computer after every step, the connection works for 1/2 hour max before it kicks off, super slow connection, really, don't go near this thing. This is the last Linksys product I will ever buy.

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jvas2
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Feb 2008
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1 Star Review Not as good when two laptops connected.

Strengths:

Interface, compact, dual external antennas

Weaknesses:

Signal strength drops significantly with two or more laptops connect by wireless. Disconnection occurs about 4-5 times per day and problem still occurs after laptops restart.

Posted Feb 19, 2008 - If you are using one laptop you might be okay. But when you connect two or more devices the signal strength drops drastically and stops staying connected. I have no cordless phone and the router is not surrounding by any walls and place perfectly in the open.

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drmurali
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Nov 2006
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User has 6 Weeks of experience with this product

3 Star Review Good Draft N router at a reasonable price

Strengths:

Speed, no dropped signals

Weaknesses:

Poor technical support, difficult to install

Posted Feb 2, 2008 - I bought this instead of other less-known brands to have a smooth installation. Unfortunately, that did not happen. Easy Link Advisor software that comes with the router did not recognize the hardwired internet connection (AT&T Yahoo DSL) on my Dell desktop running Windows XP Home located in the main floor of my ranch house. This persisted even after several attempts, uninstall, reinstall, etc. Phone tech support required over 20 minutes wait time. Therefore, I used on-line chat support. They must be handling too many sessions at the same time as they could not get a good grasp on my situation and kept repeating questions. Finally, had to install the router manually by using its ftp address and using the instructions from chat session. Had some issues later on while trying to access the router using Linksys WMP300N adapter in another Dell desktop running Vista and located in the basement. More chat sessions were needed to get the settings corrected. After all the initial troubles, router is working without problems. However, I frequently get only 2 towers (signal strength) when I access the router from the desktop located in the basement. This has not affected my internet access speeds but I am not a heavy internet user (no movie downloads ever, only some music download, some on-line music videos).

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ggruetze from MT
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Oct 2001
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4 Star Review Nice Wireless router

Strengths:

Strong signal, fast connection.

Weaknesses:

Not so easy to install. Tech support speaks heavily accented english. *Drops connection with use of 2.4ghz phone*

Posted Jan 25, 2008 - Now that it is up and running this is a terrific router. We get an excellent signal on all 3 computers that we have it networked with so far plus our internet speed seems to be faster. Getting it going in the first place turned out to be a rather long process involving 3 separate calls to tech support. It would not install with the disc provided and had to be done manually with help from tech support. I would buy it again. *update as of 1/25* The router still works fine but drops connection when the phone is in use. If you get this router make sure you have a 5.8ghz or 900mhz phone or else you will get dropped when the phone is in use and will also get interference on the phone line.

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ggovin from OH
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Jun 2005
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User has 7 Days of experience with this product

5 Star Review Great Router

Strengths:

Easy Set Up -- less than an hour, So far very smooth glitch-free operation

Weaknesses:

None so far -- now I think I need faster internet service and a new computer -- not happening though

Posted Oct 30, 2007 - I set up the router using the Easy Advisor CD in less than an hour. This is my second or third router set up and by far the easiest. I did call Linksys to make sure I had the latest firmware and to make sure I understood how to access the web accessable router set up. Turns out the instructions are available on their web site if you look around. Updating the firmware is easy, but it turned out mine was current. The latest firmware is also downloadable from their site. My old router, which will remain nameless to protect the guilty, was glitchy as the dickens. What a pleasure using this one is! It looks a bit like it belongs on the old Star Trek series, but it works great. I can watch videos, download files and play games over my DSL connection with reckless abandon. Before my old crummy router locked up at least several times a week. I think it overheated. If I turned it off for a while it was OK for a bit. I finally gave up on it.

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deagonb123 from CA
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Oct 2007
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1 Star Review Does not work with Xbox 360 Live

Strengths:

Works with my other PCs

Weaknesses:

Does not work with Xbox 360 Live

Posted Oct 26, 2007 - I can't play Halo 3 or other games online with Xbox 360 Live with consistency. Yes, it will connect, I get 3 of 4 bars green on connection, but the games do NOT play right. I called Xbox 360 support and they confirmed it is not yet compatible. I did not get an answer when this issue will be fixed. If you are an Xbox fan, I suggest waiting before buying this product until this issue is resolved. The WRT150-N is a "Version 1." My bad for buying a version 1. Dang, I am bummed.

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nadya$ from PA
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Jul 2004
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User has 2 Weeks of experience with this product

5 Star Review Easy to install and easy to use

Strengths:

Super easy to setup, outstanding connection speeds, extensive range

Weaknesses:

Live Tech support staff is in India/Pakistan

Posted Sep 17, 2007 - It is a haven for my small network that shares high-speed broadband Internet access, files and printer among older wired computers with XP and Vista powered wireless notebooks. I still get "Good" or "Excellent" signal strength even outside of the house and able to work and get some fresh air in the same time. Great price compared to other routers, too.

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kayneburk
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Aug 2006
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User has 5 Days of experience with this product

4 Star Review Solid Router

Strengths:

+Plug in and go (helpful CD if you need it) +Great coverage/signal +Compact

Weaknesses:

-Can occasionally drop connections

Posted Sep 10, 2007 - This router has been great and does a good job of working with older 802.11 standards. It's also compact and easy to set up. We just put it in a corner.

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doowop02 from AR
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Sep 2002
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4 Star Review Wireless N - First Time User

Strengths:

- Easy setup - Not much different from the WRT54GS setup

Weaknesses:

- None so far

Posted Aug 27, 2007 - Added some new electronitc toys (Sony PS3 & Toshiba HD DVD) that can use a wireless connect and wanted to improve download speeds. I just finished the install; very easy. Will now go and give my PS3 and Toshiba HD DVD player a try and let you know if I can notice an improvement on download speeds. -08-27-2007 - Ok; yes I could tell a difference in download time; I downloaded a movie trailer from my PS3 and could tell that it took less time; not a lot less; it wasn't screeming fast, but I could tell a difference. So could I recommend this router; probably, especially if you can get it on sale ... I got my for $89.99.

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ranjanjain_1... from CA
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Dec 2002
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5 Star Review Excellent Router

Strengths:

Very good signal strength, nice little cute one

Weaknesses:

Didn't find any.

Posted Aug 27, 2007 - I've been using this router for almost 3 months now and never had any problem. It is a small little cute one having a very strong signal. I've a 3-level house and the router is on the third level. The speed is pretty nice on the first one. I'm quite impressed with it. I'm currently using it as G and not N but I'm sure when I start using the N-adapter, it is going to be more better.

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dsweikum from CA
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Dec 2004
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User has 2 Weeks of experience with this product

5 Star Review Linksys WRT150N Wireless Wouter

Strengths:

Setup was very easy

Weaknesses:

None

Posted Aug 8, 2007 - This is a great wireless router and is easy to use. Setup was very easy. I am very happy with my purchase. I would highly recommend and I would purchase again.

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Hunter11_87 from IL
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Jun 2004
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5 Star Review Great Product

Strengths:

Good signal, great range, loads of features

Weaknesses:

A bit tricky to get set up

Posted Jul 2, 2007 - Great product from linksys. I use mine with ATT DSL and use the on-board hardware to bypass the DSL modem to connect directly with the ATT. I have never had signal drops and was able to adjust the signal so it didn't interupt other WiFi products.

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rfbechtold from NY
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Oct 2002
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5 Star Review Linksys WRT150N Router

Strengths:

Great Tech support; good price; faster than my older version; networks easily.

Weaknesses:

None so far

Posted Jun 3, 2007 - I was so satisfied with my old Linksys that I knew this would be better and faster, and it is. I like the sleek design, but I'm not much on looks. What I want is performance and I have it with this router. I have not used the wireless aspect, but I'm sure that it would work quite well. I had a small problem with the installation, but I called the Linksys tech's and in less than fifteen minutes it was up and connected. If you hard wire like I did make sure to disable the wireless, so others don't intrude.

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jjFactory from CA
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Jul 2004
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User has 40 Days of experience with this product

5 Star Review The best router I've ever had.

Strengths:

1. Super long range 2. Easy setting interface 3. Reasonable pricing

Weaknesses:

1. Ugly color and design 2. Plastic exterior case looks cheap 3. No advance users manual

Posted May 24, 2007 - 1. Super long range. I place this router in one house and set up my desktop PC in another building.(at least 50 feet away)The reception is strong and stable. 2. Easy setting interface. Linksys, as usual, very simple and clear step by step to lead you complete the setting. 3. Reasonable pricing. I also tried Linksys WRT300N and 2 other brands highend products. No need to pay extra money for those advertising numbers. They all have similar range. I can't believe how far the wireless range can go nowadays. The first router I purchased 7 years ago was made by buffalo. over $450 but can't even have stable connection when I bring my laptop to living room (router was in the bedroom). Before getting this product I was thinking to activate another DSL service in this building. Try WRT150N then you'll know what I am talking about.

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