Saw another thread about a Linksys router on eBay and someone mentioned the Cisco store. I went looking around and saw this for $39.99 with free shipping. If you use code HSDISH5 another 5% comes off, for a total of $37.99.
Model: Linksys EA2700-RM Technology: Wireless-N Bands: Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Transmit/Receive: 2 x 2 for 2.4 GHz, 2 x 2 for 5 GHz Antennas: 4 Internal OS Compatibility: Windows, Mac Software Setup: CD Install Ethernet Ports x Speed: 4 x Gigabit Cisco Connect Software: Yes, App Enabled USB Port: No USB Port
They have a bunch of other refurbs on sale as well (link). There's the Linksys E2500-RM dual-band N600 for $35 and an E900-RM N300 for $20 (both pre-5% discount).
Not sure how these stack against Netgear, Belkin and others, but seems like a good deal.
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CheapFlyer
Ancient Member
posted: Sep. 19, 2012 @ 9:48p
I bought one in the hopes of being able to manage the router remotely for the parents who live in another state.
Here's to hoping their new cloud connect works!
rahlquist
Broke Member
posted: Sep. 19, 2012 @ 11:12p
Sorry wont buy Cisco/Linksys after what they pulled. The push updated a lot of their current generation routers to Cloud Connect. Cloud connect isn't just for admin, its also so they can montor your traffic and sell the aggregated data to 3rd parties. Welcome to spyrouyter 101. More detail http://www.grc.com/sn/sn-360.txt or listen to the podcast. Open source firmware FTW.
anasazi
Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 7:52a
A cool 7dBi Antenna Mod Kit is available for this unit on eBay. No soldering required. Looks cool!
shiehb
Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 7:54a
bought one last week at this price - working great so far. Good speeds and easy to setup. Avoid the cloud connect - you have the option to not install it.
Replaced a refurb Linksys WRT54GL that finally gave out after 4 years of Usenetting
edit- you can still manage it remotely w/out cloud connect. Just enable remote browser access (https port 8080).
interesting article on the firmware for this router
flyingroach
Senior Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 8:36a
Truth is once you get a decent router you shouldn't need to manage. I have asus at my moms for years running ddwrt with vpn.....never really need to do anything for many years. Not even reboot.
have netgear at my sis also ddwrt she has kids xbox etc so heavy use. Only power cycle occasionally.
i hate cloud connect BS but these are good prices and may be much better than what folks are currently using. your cable is selling your aggregated data anyway and doubleclick and facebook know even more....then get more from axiom to know your credit card habits.
At least you'll have solid wifi with few drops so you can be tracked better!
bsam6463
Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 9:36a
Does this have a USB port to connect a printer, scanner etc?
rajaram
Senior Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 11:11a
How does this work in a setup where Motorola Modem from Comcast and a Linksys router from Lingo are MUST?
gamesplayer
New Member
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 11:14a
Model: Linksys EA2700-RM Technology: Wireless-N Bands: Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Transmit/Receive: 2 x 2 for 2.4 GHz, 2 x 2 for 5 GHz Antennas: 4 Internal OS Compatibility: Windows, Mac Software Setup: CD Install Ethernet Ports x Speed: 4 x Gigabit Cisco Connect Software: Yes, App Enabled USB Port: No USB Port
These are same with mine,but I cost it $33.8 before.
jnheinz
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Sep. 20, 2012 @ 2:07p
Cloud Connect.. new to me, lol. Googled it.. What a joke. They can sell anything now that integrates with mobile phones.
bjork73
Nerdy Member
posted: Sep. 23, 2012 @ 3:38a
In 4 1 - about the lowest I've seen for this level of router (need something decently peppy with wired capacity for TiVo - I know there's the wireless connector thing you can get but I'm not going to spend the $60 they want for it - and for an individual in the household who may or not have issues with wireless). It will be nice to have the capability to have a wireless printer and both of my computers running without a barrage of cables
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