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D-Link WIRELESS 22MBPS BROADBAND ENHANCED ROUTER

D-Link WIRELESS 22MBPS BROADBAND ENHANCED ROUTER

MPN: DI614+

Rated 3.5 Star Review out of 45 reviews

Description: D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces another performance breakthrough in wireless connectivity ? the D-Link AirPlusTM series of high-speed net working products capable of data transfer rates up to 22 Mbps. And with the AirPlus DI-614+, D-Link once ... read more

D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces another performance breakthrough in wireless connectivity ? the D-Link AirPlusTM series of high-speed net working products capable of data transfer rates up to 22 Mbps. And with the AirPlus DI-614+, D-Link once again sets a high standard for wireless broadband routers. The AirPlus DI-614+ combines the latest advancements in 802.11b silicon chip design from Texas Instruments, utilizing their patented Digital Signal ProcessingTM technology, and D-Link's own robust firewall security features. The DI-614+ is ideal for those creating their first wireless network, as well as for more advanced users looking for additional management settings and policy-based content filtering. Filters can be set based on MAC address, IP address, URL and/or Domain Name. minimize
 

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jerrybaxter from TX
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Aug 2003
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5 Star ReviewBought this unit a few days after dumping an SMC 7 ...

Strengths:

Ease of install

Weaknesses:

None

Posted Aug 30, 2003 - Bought this unit a few days after dumping an SMC 7004VWBR ( SMC - Some More Crap ). The SMC unit wouldn't stay connected , which I found out I wasn't the only one. The 614+ connected from the start and remains connected.

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Robor from FL
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2 Star ReviewI don't feel the device deserves 2 stars but to sa ...

Strengths:

Cheap cost - Works fine as a standard hardware firewall

Weaknesses:

Very limited wireless range - Internal DNS problems - Runs *extremely* warm

Posted Aug 26, 2003 - I don't feel the device deserves 2 stars but to say "it works" isn't really true either because of the local DNS problems. But I don't think it deserves 1 star because it works fine as a standard hardware firewall so I gave it a break. I'm giving this thing to my mom who has only 1 PC and doesn't have any wireless devices.

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online_buyer... from FL
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5 Star ReviewThe signal has been extremely strong thru the wall ...

Strengths:

STRONG signal, weight, easy operability

Weaknesses:

none soo far

Posted Jul 13, 2003 - The signal has been extremely strong thru the walls and rooms. I had big problem with Linksys. This is far superior. the price is right.. Don't miss it..... Also, it is feather light........

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llorren
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Jun 2003
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5 Star ReviewSetup took me about an hour, which could have take ...

Strengths:

Good connection strength anywhere around my house

Weaknesses:

Inadequate documentation for setup. Had to do it all on my own

Posted Jun 26, 2003 - Setup took me about an hour, which could have taken 10 minutes or so, due to lack of good setup documentation. That said, I am writing this review sitting in a lawnchair in my yard, listening to the radio via the net. Not too shabby for $60.

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iconcilio from IL
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4 Star ReviewMy first experience with router/wireless/cable mod ...

Strengths:

Ease of setup -

Weaknesses:

None

Posted Jul 8, 2003 - My first experience with router/wireless/cable modem. The modem is great, and the hard wired computers no problem. I have a DWL-520+ in the single wireless - runs pretty well with 64-bit encryption on (actually seems faster) - occasionally loses signal and has to reinitialize, but not often. Connects at 22 Mbs most of the time, though occasionally slows to 1 Mbs (cable speed anyway) and seems even slower. I'm still experimenting, but I didn't have any setup or other problems. Addendum: no more slowdowns, only have to reinitialize the network connections on the 520+ system occasionally when logging on Windows XP. Connects at 22 Mbs (2X 802.11) with an Airplus adapter, which is plenty for now. PS: the documention is on the disk included.

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curly9702 from CO
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5 Star ReviewThis is a great product! I have cable modem, Wi ...

Strengths:

Interoperability, space saver, and reliability

Weaknesses:

No On/Off button

Posted Jun 18, 2003 - This is a great product! I have cable modem, WinXP-Home in my desktop and Win98SE in laptop. Purchased this product in order to build a home network. In addition, it was a great price and has great looks (space saver, etc). In addition, purchased a D-Link wireless network adapter (DWL 650+) for laptop. This is my first home network architecture and speeds are fast and the communication between both operating systems is great (printer, file sharing, etc). I use this network over 6 hours a day and have not been in the need to reset router. In other words, it has not dropped my Internet connection. Also tried this product with another name brand/wireless network adapter and no problem. In the future, if I were in the need for additional networking components, I would not hesitate to consider D-Link as my first name brand option. Great job D-Link!

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tcooper from VA
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3 Star ReviewPurchased 614+ from BB and networked two pc's runn ...

Strengths:

Easy to set up. Good range

Weaknesses:

Web based configuration utility and firmware fragility.

Posted Jun 3, 2003 - Purchased 614+ from BB and networked two pc's running Windows XP Home. dwl520+ adaptor on 2nd pc. Linksys cable modem and Comcast cable internet. One floor between pc's. Had the system set up and running within 2 hours. Never called tech support. 60 days after purchasing, the firmware was corrupted and I could not open the configuration page. Called D-link two times, approximate hold time for human was 25 minutes each. They are suppose to send me RMA instructions via e-mail - it's been two days now. Hope the second one lasts longer than 60 days.

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beckerb from NC
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5 Star ReviewUnit is highly cost effective and easy to install ...

Strengths:

Great Price, Easy to Setup, Great Support

Weaknesses:

None

Posted May 13, 2003 - Unit is highly cost effective and easy to install and configure. Its cloning and DMZ features add extra utility for multi-PC interfacing to MAC address filtering cable modems. The web enable interface which requires no special PC client is also very nice.

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llslice from NY
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4 Star ReviewAfter reading all the reviews on this site as well ...

Strengths:

Easy set up,price

Weaknesses:

Can't shut down wireless when not in use

Posted May 7, 2003 - After reading all the reviews on this site as well as several others,I was determined to get this running without the help of tech support.I visited several of the manufacture's web site's and found D-links the most comprehensive and,easy to understand with step by step instructions and illustrations.I've already installed the Linksys system for a friend without a hitch,but the 44Mps transfer rate sounded too good to resist.The price for this and the DWL 650+ came out to $93 after the rebates.The router is running off a Windows 2k PC and my laptop is running XP. Setup took about 15 minutes.I live in an old apartment building (no sheetrock in these walls) with metal fireproof doors,which may explain why I get a stronger signal going 2 floors into the basement than I do going over to the apartment across from me.Range and signal strength was still very good .Using the 256 encryption also reduced the signal by a significant amount but worth the extra security.Putting the PC card in power saving mode reduces the transfer rate.I reduced the router's transmitting power by 50% and got a stronger signal at my laptop.Maybe the signal was bouncing all over the place and messing up the reception.The only thing I think this is missing, is being able to shut down the wireless part when not in use.Over all I am very satisfied with the performance and range of this router.If your not looking to show off to your neighbors how far from your house you can surf the web this is a worthy choice.

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swannie from SC
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May 2003
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2 Star ReviewTo fix the problem with the system. Release and re ...

Strengths:

Product is fairly simple to configure and has a web interface similar to other D-Link Products. It does have several nice features and the price was right.

Weaknesses:

Teh support is performed by idiots who don't listen. The DHCP server will list the IP of the D-Link as the DNS server. The D-Link will eventaully ignore DNS requests and performance will suck.

Posted Jul 28, 2003 - To fix the problem with the system. Release and renew the IP address. I've have discussed this issue with their Tech Support until I am blue in the face. The box has a minor bug and they simply don't pass this info to the engineers. I'm buying a Linksys and would suggest staying away from this product.

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gtmanos from PA
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1 Star ReviewI took delivery of the following D-Link products a ...

Strengths:

Impossible to determine

Weaknesses:

Abysmal throughput

Posted Apr 13, 2003 - I took delivery of the following D-Link products a week ago: - DI-614+ wireless router - DFE-530TX+ Wake-On-LAN NIC - DWL-520 wireless Wi-Fi adapter I installed them yesterday. Today I boxed them up and am sending them back. The reviews on this site that refer to the Tech help at D-Link as useless are actually understating the matter. The story is so sad after six hours of both being on hold and talking to (a euphemism at best) tech support that I can't begin to describe it. I have two Win98 SE2 systems, w/ a Comcast cable connection to one and a dial-up connection to another, one floor away. I set up the router at the box with the cable connection, starting with installation of the DFE-530TX+ NIC. After two failed attempts by foreign-language-speaking techies who also had hearing problems, the NIC would not install, so I re-installed my old NIC. The router installed but throughput was in the 300-400 byte range (that's right, bytes, not kilobytes). Again another phone call to another tech person to whom English was a second language. Although Netscape is my browser of choice, the techie knew nothing about it and insisted I set all configurations and check all connections using Explorer. That was infuriating, but what the hey. Finally, I installed the DWL-520+ wireless card in the remote system. Signal strength was great, 84-85%, but link strength was only 3%. Zero throughput. Another phone call. After waiting for 3/4 hour on hold, I gave up. Good-bye D-Link.

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bigpapae35 from NY
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Mar 2003
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5 Star ReviewWith the new 2.18 firmware, and 3.01 drivers, this ...

Strengths:

Constantly improved with new firmware, better range and speed than other access points. Quick and easy set-up.

Weaknesses:

N/A

Posted Mar 15, 2003 - With the new 2.18 firmware, and 3.01 drivers, this router keeps getting better. After applying updates, my speed and range are up 30%. Many more innovative options like disabling bsid broadcast, and MAC filtering, and the logs. Goto www.dslreports.com/for... for help on how to set up this router if you are having problems. There is a new mode in firmware that does 4 times the speed of 802.11b, which is almost as fast as 802.11g (which is 5 times faster than 802.11b)

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kloo from CA
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4 Star ReviewIt took less than 15 minutes to install this produ ...

Strengths:

Easy setup. Works with Cisco VPN Client. Price.

Weaknesses:

N/A

Posted Mar 13, 2003 - It took less than 15 minutes to install this product from the time I opened the box to the first website popping up on my laptop through the wireless connection. I have Cox Cable as my Internet Service Provider. My Cisco VPN client software still works great (I was worried after reading about people's problem with other wireless routers and VPN). I wish the range was better, but what can you expect for such an inexpensive product?

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ITDifference
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Mar 2003
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1 Star ReviewWhen I first pick up the product DI614+ and DWL-65 ...

Strengths:

It's wireless (I guess)

Weaknesses:

TECH SUPPORT AND DOCUMENTATION.

Posted Mar 13, 2003 - When I first pick up the product DI614+ and DWL-650+ it installed perfectly and all my PC's went out to the internet but they couldn't communicate with each other. Prior to this I had a 10/100 hub which worked fine. Called tech support and they said that my TCP/IP was corrupted and needed to reinstall it (hmm pc can go out to the internet, why do I need to reinstall IP). Called back again and this person said that I needed to reboot all the PC's and do a release of IP and then reboot them again. Well, it turned out that I needed to turn off the D-Link for 5 min. and then power it back up (no thanks to tech support). That was good for about 1.5 months. Now the unit just keeps resetting and I lose internet connectivity both wired and wireless. I checked the website (God knows the tech support wouldn't be any good) and I found a new firmware. Applied it. Well, all the wired was working but the wireless couldn't keep a connection for more than 1 min. I then download the driver for the PC Card and re-apply it. Well the laptop was working but now the desktops were dropping there connection. Reset the router back to defaults and had to disable the wireless. Reboot the router then reactivate the wirelss for all to work correctly. IN A WORD, DON'T GET THIS PRODUCT. SPEND THE MONEY AND GET A LINKSYS WRT54G. DON'T CALL TECH SUPPORT!!!! THEY KNOW AS MUCH AS YOU DO IF NOT LESS!!!!!!! Just think, I was going to get this for a friends. NOT!!

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RaleighFireW... from NC
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1 Star ReviewThis router was recommended by PC World Magazine. ...

Strengths:

None noted

Weaknesses:

Will not work with AOL Braodband. Tech Support states that this router, or any D-Link routers for that matter, can communicate with AOL.

Posted Feb 21, 2003 - This router was recommended by PC World Magazine. Upon trying to install the router Tech Support advised that their routers do not communicate with AOL. They did suggest Linksys products.

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