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Cisco - Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router

Cisco - Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router: 4.0 stars; ( 460 reviews)

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49.99/sbd/img/res/ic/ic016-spcbuy.gifLink computers, gaming consoles, mobile phones and other devices to the Internet via the Easy Setup Key. Delivers improved wireless range and enhanced transfer speed for videos and large filesWi-Fi certified - Ensures interoperability with IEEE 802.11b/g/n and delivers expanded coverage. Also supports computers with 802.3u or 802.3ab. Enjoy expanded wireless rangeAuto-crossover Ethernet ports - For convenienceCisco - Valet Plus ™ Wireless Routerhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0362254_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0362254_sc7?$thb$/sbd/img/res/ic/ic016-spcbuy.gifhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0362254/Cisco-Valet-Plus-Wireless-Hotspot/product_857081Cisco - Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router4.0460

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High-performance protection for your business and office computer systems.

Valet Plus is the surprisingly simple wireless router that gives you the power to quickly and simply make your home wireless. Valet Plus gets you connected to the Internet in just three steps. Just plug in the included Easy Setup Key, then breeze through a few simple screens, and you're wireless-it's that simple! The included Easy Setup Key automatically saves your wireless settings, allowing you to quickly link your other wireless devices and manage your home wireless with ease. Valet Plus also offers better range for larger homes and faster transfers of videos and large files. Remember when going wireless required technical expertise and hours of effort? Not anymore-Valet Plus just works.

Link computers, gaming consoles, mobile phones and other devices to the Internet via the Easy Setup Key. Delivers improved wireless range and enhanced transfer speed for videos and large files
Wi-Fi certified - Ensures interoperability with IEEE 802.11b/g/n and delivers expanded coverage. Also supports computers with 802.3u or 802.3ab. Enjoy expanded wireless range
Auto-crossover Ethernet ports - For convenience
Parental controls - Allow you to block unwanted websites or restrict Internet use during certain hours
Guest access - Provides a temporary password to visiting friends or family so you don't have to share your own password or private information
LEDs - Include power, Internet, wireless, Wi-Fi Protected Setup and Ethernet
WPA2, WEP and MAC filtering security - With up to 128-bit encryption to keep information safe
Horizontal or wall-mountable positioning - For optimal placement
Cisco Connect software - Helps with setup, connecting additional computers and other devices and customizing settings
Dimensions: 7.9"W x 6.3"D x 1.3"H
1-year limited warranty

Model	M20
Special Features	Parental Controls & Guest Access
LAN Ports	4
Wireless Standard	N
Weight	.62 lbs
Warranty	1 year limited
USB Port	No
Product Dims.	1.3"H x 8"W x 6.3"D
VPN Support	-
Antenna	Internal
Security Type	WPA, WPA2, WEP
USB Supported Product	-
USB	No
Data Rate Speed	Up to 300Mbps
Gigabit	No

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Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router

4.2

(based on 464 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to set up (326)
Fast (265)
Reliable connection (255)
Fast connection (231)
Secure connection (226)

Cons

Difficult to set up (56)
Slow connection speed (25)
Unreliable connection (22)
Unreliable (12)
Slow (4)

Best Uses

Home network (310)
Home or business (37)
Small networks (33)
Home (32)
Everyday use (24)

- Reviewer Profile:
- High bandwidth user (245), Low bandwidth user (109), Quality oriented (33), Budget shopper (23), Midrange shopper (13)
- Primary use:
- Personal (409), Business (48)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (122), Other (5), Mac (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (28)

Most Liked Positive Review

Incredible Product!

I bought the Valet Plus yesterday and set up my entire system with 4 computers in less than 15 minutes! While I have a lot of experience with computers, I know nothing about a ...Read complete review

I bought the Valet Plus yesterday and set up my entire system with 4 computers in less than 15 minutes! While I have a lot of experience with computers, I know nothing about a wireless system and want to stay that way. All I wanted was a system that works. I got this instantly. If you want a no-hassle system, simply buy the Valet Plus. If you have an older computer that is not wireless, you can either hook it directly to the modem with an ethernet cable or use the Valet Connector. Staples will pay you $25 if it takes more than 15 minutes to set up your system; don't plan on collecting this because this is twice as much time as you will need to get the main system up and running! This system is so easy that even a university professor can do it...

Most Liked Negative Review

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They do try to make it simple and performance as 300Mbps.

XP laptop required support; after restart, could not see other network machines and no support offered.

My XP l...Read complete review

They do try to make it simple and performance as 300Mbps.

XP laptop required support; after restart, could not see other network machines and no support offered.

My XP laptop required some support and between myself and the support tech, we did get it working.

When copying very large files, it slowed my XP laptop to unusable levels. However, performance as at 300Mbps.

Under 'Windows Explorer' where 'My Network Places' exists, you can click 'Entire Network' and then choose 'Microsoft Windows Network' to see other machines on the network.

After shutting down for the night and restarting the next day, the above options were no longer available. If there were pre-mapped network folders, etc., they were there and worked fine but browsing using the above was not an option. When I called for support, they told me that this was an advanced network issue and they did not offer support for it.

Fine, I'll return it ;-)

My network has one XP machine wired to the router and 2 laptops (one XP and one Windows 7).

Since the whole point is to have a network and have it be wireless, I can't give it a positive review considering the above tedium.

Try the WRVS4400N version 2.0. It is more expensive but you get small business-level support.

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Reviewed by 464 customers

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5/18/2012

4.0

I am ordering two more units soon

By VETS AT WORK

from Alexandria VA.

About Me Midrange Shopper

Pros

Easy to Use
Efficient
Quality Construction
Reliable

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

Valet Plus is the least expensive wireless router on the market, You can't beat it for [$] (on sale)also very easy to set up and use. In addition to functional Valet Plus is decorative. It gets you connected to the Internet quickly and easily. The area lacking was: set up instructions were a little vague. By the way the range is up to 100 feet and up to one reinforced wall. (5 bars all the way).

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5/18/2012

1.0

Can't get it set up!

By Stapler

from NJ

About Me Midrange Shopper

Pros

Cons

Difficult To Set Up
Waste of money

Best Uses

Frisbee

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

Don't buy this. It's a waste of money, setup was difficult and customer support was outsourced! They want to charge you an extra $9.99 to remotely access your computer and setup the router. It costs enough for the router!

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5/10/2012

2.0

HORRIBLE SETUP

By SS

from NY

About Me Midrange Shopper

Pros

Reliable

Cons

Difficult To Set Up

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

THIS WOULD HAVE BEEN EASY TO SETUP IF IT WORKED ON MY MAC . THIS UNIT WILL NOT WORK ON MAC OS LION USING THE SETUP KEY. YOU HAVE TO SETUP MANUALLY. YOU ALSO WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CHANGE GUEST OPTIONS BECAUSE OF THIS. WHAT I REALLY DONT UNDERSTAND IS THAT IF YOU BUY THE CHEAPER M10 THEN YOU WILL HAVE SUPPORT FOR LION BUT NOT THE MORE EXPENSIVE M20. PEOPLE HAVE BEEN WAITING A YEAR FOR AN UPDATE AND GUESS WHAT YOU WILL KEEP WAITING FROM WHAT CUSTOMER SERVICE HAS SAID.

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5/3/2012

5.0

excellent product

By drianmedry

from Hurricane, WV

About Me Midrange Shopper

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Easy to Use
Efficient
Quality Construction
Reliable

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

great product

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4/10/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Internet for dummies

By Doc

from MI

About Me Budget Shopper

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Easy to Use
Efficient

Cons

Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

One thing I did not know when purchasing this item was that it came with an easy setup USB. First it installs software on your system and then it configures the device for use. You can change the configuration through the super easy program, or use the standard Linksys/Cisco web interface for more advanced functions. After that, just plug the USB into another system and it sets that one up too. Great for fast install and no special know how required!I can also say that I managed to get a great deal on it and had to use my rewards dollars so this unit only cost me [$] - a great deal in my book!

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4/3/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

significant set up problems

By sgpman

from Pennsylvania

About Me Budget Shopper

Pros

Cons

Difficult To Set Up

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Comments about Cisco – Valet Plus ™ Wireless Router:

I am "computer challenged," however the Cisco rep. took over 1/2 hour to get it to operate. Second, I had difficulty getting second computer to function, call #2. Then the Cisco rep. call #3 told me that my laptop (computer #3)was too old to work and referred me to the "engineers" who wanted to charge me $70, however my spouse got it to work after playing around for several minutes. It is now operating very well and I am very pleased. Significant improvement over the "super G" it replaced.

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Q:
Warranty how long
Asked on 5/13/2012 by Anonymous
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- A:
  You will get one year hardware limited warranty. It also has 24/7 award-winning online support resources offered for one year .
  Answered on 5/13/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q:
I set the key up on my laptop, limit 3 guests with a guest password. We purchased our son a laptop and he's able to connect to the internet, listen to music through ipod touch, wi-fi on cell, PS3 wireless games, etc without using the guest password. How is this? If I have it set to limit 3, how can 5 devices be used at the same time?
Asked on 5/7/2012 by Anonymous from Dallas, GA
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- A:
  You have set the password limit to three guests, but if his devices are registered on the network they are not "guests." They are member nodes of the network, no matter what password he logs on with. So you have to de-authorize the devices.
  Answered on 5/8/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Will this product work attached to a DSL router Modem?
Asked on 10/13/2011 by Mike6197 from Boston, MA
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  A:
  Yes, this product would be connected to your modem. To place an order for this item, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.
  Answered on 10/19/2011 by Liz C from Staples
Q:
I have an older modem from Verizon. (1) If I purchase the Valet plus can I remove this and just use the Valet for modem and router? (2) I am having difficulty streaming Netflix movies with an Apple TV, my current wireless router g, and distance of 75ft but thru 2 walls plus an outside wall to a room added to our home. Will the Valet have any issues w/ Apple, and the Valet provide a strong enough signal ? (2 desktops and laptop are not Macs) Thanks for any help!
Asked on 2/6/2011 by Syd
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  A:
  1) The Valet works in concert with your existing modem. The connection goes from your outside line to your modem, then from your modem to your Valet. Then you can connect up to four outputs (i.e. we have a direct connection to our desktop), or use the password to connect wirelessly to multiple outputs (i.e. our two laptops).
  2) Our Valet is connected within a terminal box in a wall, which is located in a back closet. We have no issues with connectivity or speed anywhere in our house (which is just under 2400 sq ft if you want to know for comparative purposes). Buy it from Staples and set it up ..if it doesn't work, you have 14 days to return it.
  Good luck!
  Answered on 4/19/2011 by A very satisfied techno-impatient client from San Diego, CA
- VERIFIED BUYER
  
  A:
  I can answer #1. Yes, you still need a modem with the Valet. It is only a router. As for #2, I get a strong signal two rooms away (but only through interior walls).
  Answered on 3/1/2011 by Dr. T from Arizona
- CUSTOMER CARE
  
  A:
  You'll still want to keept he modem, because the Cisco Valet is just the router portion. It takes the signal from the modem and transmits it as a wireless signal. It is the latest technology, so it should certainly suit your needs as far as range is concerned!
  Answered on 2/15/2011 by Steve S. from Staples
Q:
I have a pc that is not wireless and two laptops that have wifi, do I need to buy a router and a usb adapter in order to have internet conection on all the computers?
Asked on 1/25/2011 by vero8495 from Rockvale, TN
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  A:
  That's exactly right! You'd need a wireless USB adapter for the PC without WiFi, and a router to transmit your signal.
  Answered on 2/1/2011 by Steve S. from Staples
Q:
I need to connect SIP IP phones -->cisco switch--> wireless router (shared 4-6 home PC/printers-->Cablevison Modem. I had Netgear G router before, it didn't allow incoming to my sip phone (UDP 5060 and or RTP). I have Netgear WNR1000 (N) now. It still not allow 2 sip phones talk at same time due the restcition of TCP Tri ggering feature. I am look for the router that can handle SIP Phones. Cisco Value/Value Plus/E2000 or Netgear N600 can support this application?
Asked on 1/22/2011 by Anonymous from nj
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  A:
  Unfortunately, neither of the routers you mentioned show support for multiple SIP phones.
  Answered on 1/31/2011 by Steve S. from Staples
Q:
I would like to stream netflix TV and videos to my wii. Will this router do the job or do I need to step up to the $179.00 Cisco E3000?
Asked on 12/9/2010 by huberja from GC, KS
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  A:
  Yes, this router will be just fine for streaming Netflix movies. This will also work with your Nintendo wii.
  Answered on 1/7/2011 by Ben M from Staples
- CUSTOMER CARE
  
  A:
  This wireless router is compatible with the Nintendo Wii. You can use it to stream Netflix to the Wii.
  Answered on 1/7/2011 by Bradley from Staples
Q:
What's different from Cisco Valet (not Plus) product, which is
cheaper?
Asked on 11/19/2010 by Anonymous
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  A:
  The Cisco Valet features the following that is not included in the Valet Plus: Connect additional computers and other devices with easy-to-use Cisco Connect software, Use Cisco Connect's customizable Parental Controls to block unwanted websites or restrict Internet usage during certain hours, and grant guest access. Please contact us at: 1-800-333-3330 for pricing.
  Answered on 1/5/2011 by Anonymous
Q:
Is this compatable with windows 7 ?
Asked on 11/19/2010 by Anonymous from Des Moines, IA
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  A:
  Yes it is compatible with Windows 7. This product installs automatically without extra software.
  Answered on 12/10/2010 by Customer care-Rhonda from Staples
Q:
what is the max effective range of this particular wireless router?
Asked on 10/3/2010 by Grammyfine
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  A:
  I am not sure of the exact distance, but the Valet Plus, which is the one I purchased is, but you can get the information from Cisco. I do know that it is supposed to cover the range of a large house. My condo is 1800 sq. ft.
  Answered on 10/30/2010 by Frustrated in Florida from Juno Beach, FL