Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

I finally replaced my former 802.11b router because this price was incredible. Set-up was a breeze (basically this thing nearly worked out of the box). I bought it in-store instead of online, but the price was the same.

The one important feature that Staples doesn't list is that this is ALSO a 4-port bridge -- meaning you can connect several ethernet-wired computers in addition to the wireless computers. I needed this because my desktop sits by the router and modem and doesn't have (or need) a wireless card. The rated speed is 54Mbps; however, my WAN connection is only 5Mbps -- so I really only see the boost in speed when moving files between the networked computers inside my LAN.

The router also comes with a vertical stand to lessen the footprint needed.

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

I purchased this newer generation (v7) as a replacement for a Netgear of the same model but v2 that finally died after 10 years of reliable service.I have three PCs using it at home: a Dell Inspiron 530 E2200 desktop with an Intel 825xx wireless PCI adapter card, a homemade AMD X2 4200+ desktop with a Netgear WA311 PCI adapter card and a Dell Inspiron 5100 laptop with a Netgear WG511 PCMCIA wireless card. All work very well and give snappy internet response. I'm connected to the Internet through a Motorola cable modem via Internet cable service to the house.I have no complaints, once set-up this router connects quickly, keeps the connection and is speedy on all three systems; often, two being used at the same time, one by my wife and one by me. It's a good idea to match the router and the adapter, using the same brand, for better connectivity. But, I have had no problems whatsoever in connecting with my 530 desktop's Intel brand wireless adapter card.Also, I purchased my last two Netgear wireless devices (this router and a wireless PCI adapter card) both at Staples only after a thorough search of the internet for the best price. I can say, without a doubt, that you can count on Staples to have the lowest price you'll find anywhere, even beating some of the popular hardware websites such as [...]. Between these last two purchases I saved $15-30 (depending on website S&H) over the next best price available from the others.Finally, Netgear is an excellent, reputable, supplier of wireless equipment. In my experience it is a value for the price for the features you get.

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

I recently picked one of these up, I saw several other positive reviews for it online so I thought it'd be a safe investment. It was very inexpensive, very easy to set up (the software does most of the work), and doesn't take up very much room.

So far I have yet to experience any negatives. If you're looking for a wireless router and don't want to spend much $$$$, I'd recommend this one.

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

I think this is a great item to buy for the price it was.

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

Very easy set up for a first time user.

Comments about Netgear WGR614NA Wireless-G Router:

This router is very unreliable. I have to reboot this darn thing very frequently for it to work. Otherwise, no connection can be made after a day's use, sometimes even after a few hours. Don't waste your money on this thing. Buy a linksys router instead. Linksys routers are orders of magnitude better.