Product Description
The Netgear WNR834B RangeMax NEXT Wireless Router extends the power & possibilities of your wireless home network. This next-generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, delivering speed and range. It provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products, with Intensi-fi. Create and maintain enough bandwidth to go online, make Internet calls, share files, play network games, stream videos and more -- all simultaneously. Unit Dimensions - 8.9 x 6.8 x 1.5 (225.5 x 172 x 39 mm) Weight - 1.2 lbs. (.56 Kg) Recommended for use with WN311B or WN511B RangeMax NEXT Wireless Adapter
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The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router offers:
- Wireless-N protocol for up to 270 Mbps throughput.
- Four Ethernet ports for wired networking.
- WiFi Multimedia technology for optimized audio, video, and voice applications.
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The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router lets you easily set up a wireless network in your home so you can share a single internet connection with everyone in your household at speeds up to 270 Mbps. You can stream music and video, make internet phone calls, videoconference, and surf the web, all at the same time.
The WNR834B delivers up to 10 times more range than an 802.11g device. View larger. |
Easy Setup
The WNR834B makes it easy for even a novice to set up a wireless network: just plug the included Ethernet cable from your LAN into the device and insert the included CD into any computer on the network, which will provide step-by-step instructions. The WNR834B includes a stand for vertical placement.
The WNR834B employs a web-based interface for configuration for compatibility with any computer with a web browser. The firmware is also upgradeable via the web interface so you can be sure your router will always be up-to-date.
New Technology Means Blazing Speeds and Backwards Compatibility
The WNR834B complies with the latest 802.11n draft specification which allows for speeds up to 270 Mbps. By utilizing MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output) technology, the WNR834B has speed and range far surpassing the older 802.11g standard. The preset internal antennas ensure that the device is always tuned for optimal performance, and NETGEAR's Wi-Fi Multimedia technology optimizes audio, video, and voice applications.
If you still have computers that use 802.11g or 802.11b, don't fret as the router is backwards compatible with the older wireless standards and can be set so all your computers can connect to the network. The WNR834B will automatically figure out the connection type and work accordingly.
The router also has four RJ-45 Ethernet ports in the back for connecting computers to the network via a wired connection.
Security Made Easy
The WNR834B offers many security options to ensure your data is private. Double firewall protection keeps your network shielded from outside attacks. It also prevents Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
NETGEAR's Touchless WiFi Security makes it quick and easy to set up network security on a WiFi network by asking for a passphrase from the user. The WNR834B supports WiFi Protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), and 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption for 802.11b/g networks. Additionally, you can set security through MAC address authentication, allowing only authorized users onto the network.
Repeater Mode
The router can be set in repeater mode which allows you to use it to extend the range of an existing wireless network.
The NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router is backed by a 1-year warranty.
What's in the Box
WNR834B RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router, power adapter, Ethernet cable, stand, setup CD, warranty/support information card.
Customer Reviews:
Died on me twice: 2 months, then 14 months.......2007-12-16
This product died twice on me in less than 14 months. The first time it was replaced under warranty and the second time it died shortly after the warranty expired. Aside from that there were no issues with multiple PCs (up to 6) plus several wireless devices. Naturally I'm unhappy with the longevity so replaced it with a non-Netgear product.
Great security, difficult set-up, especially for MACs.......2007-12-15
The physical setup of the router - connecting the cables, plugging it in, and configuring it with a wired connection - is a breeze. I accomplished it in under 10 minutes. Then I spent the next 4 hours getting our wireless computers to connect.
One tip: Get everyone - wired and wireless - connected before you configure the security. In this way, all the networked computers will recognize the new router without any hindrances. Then go back into the setup program and configure the security.
We have several Windows PCs and one MAC. The MAC was the most difficult to connect. The box says MAC OS compatible, so I was quite put out when Netgear customer service told me to call Apple to resolve the problem.
Fortunately, I insisted on speaking with a supervisor. This individual stuck with me for the next hour and half until we got the MAC connected.
This is what worked for me, but YMMV. At lower level security - WEP and WPA1 - the MAC needs a dollar sign ($) entered preceding the password, like this: $password, when you connect it to the network. At the higher level WPA2 security, it does not take the dollar sign.
While I succeeded in connecting the MAC, the user reports that he is experiencing interruption of the wireless connection to a greater degree than previously experienced. The Windows PCs have not experienced any loss of performance.
I purchased Netgear mostly because, with the exception of the MAC, the PCs all have Netgear wireless ethernet cards. This is because we've had Netgear routers for years. However, on average the routers last about a year. Next year, should the occasion call for it, I'll risk another brand.
A fire hazard... certainly burns your money from the start.......2007-11-27
Not only do the performance issues seem to be of real concern, but the bloody thing is a fire hazard too. Mine smalls like it's about to blow up. Reviews I have read since buying it reveal many have had the same issue, replacing it three or four times only to have it overheat and die. I have replaced mine, it's a fire hazard.
Easy to set up though and quite good performance, but not worth the strong smoke in my house and need to keep a fire extinguisher near by.
Couldn't believe the first one could be so bad - so I bought a second :(.......2007-11-20
I did not have any performance problems as indicated by several reviewers. The V2 version of the product set up well and the firmware update utility worked well. Nor did I have any trouble with the operation of the wired and wireless networks.
Instead the device fried itself after two weeks of operation. Completely dead and unrecoverable in any way. Looks like it may have a heat issue.
Upon returning this unit, I obtained another one, thinking that the first must have been a fluke. Two weeks later, the second one fried itself as well. Not a good pattern. Given that this unit was not used intensely, and located in a cold spot, there is definitely an inherent manufacturing flaw.
Do not buy this product. I have had success with other Netgear products in the past, but I guess their quality has gone down.
OK.......2007-11-18
Range works well. Biggest problem is that I have had to have tech support to walk me through re-configuring it three times in the last four weeks. It seems as though this is a common issue because the tech support told me this happens. The other down side is tech support is only free for the first ninety days and then the want you to pay for assistance.
Product Description
RangeMax NEXT extends the possibilities of your wireless home network by providing a Steady-Stream of up to 270 Mbps, and is compliant with draft 802.11n. This next generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, which delivers incredible speed and range, and for the first time provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products with InteNsi-fi.A RangeMax NEXT wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, download MP3s, make Internet phone calls, share files, play network games, and stream high-definition videos, simultaneously at any distance or location in the home or office. Because RangeMax NEXT is compatible with all legacy b and g wireless products, you are sure to be connected.Preset internal antennas and draft 11n-True-Test high-performance testing and tuning, provides maximum performance and high-quality streaming every time. Touchless WiFi Security makes creating the highest level of network security easy and includes WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK.
Customer Reviews:
Awesome Router.......2007-03-07
This router was very easy to install. I followed the step by step online procedures with no problems. Even updated the latest firmware directly from NetGear. I was up and running in less than 10 minutes. Connectivity is reliable and surprisingly fast using a USB wireless adapter connected to a workstation. I am quite impressed with this technology.
Product Description
This NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless-N Router is the next generation of wireless home networking technology. It operates on the 2.4 GHz wireless range, is compatible with 802.11n draft specifications, and has four Ethernet ports for wired access. RangeMax NEXT extends the possibilities of wireless home network by providing wireless speeds of up to 270 Mbps. This next generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology , which delivers incredible speed and range, and for the first time, provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds. A RangeMax NEXT wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, download MP3s, make VoIP phonecalls, share files, play network games, and stream high-definition videos, simultaneously at any distance or location in the home or small office. RangeMax NEXT is compatible with all legacy Wireless-B/G products! Preset internal antennas provide maximum performance and high-quality streaming every time. Touchless WiFi Security makes creating the highest level of network security easy and includes WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK . Setup is simple thanks to NETGEAR's Smart Wizard! Get your NEXT generation network started today! Order now!
Product Description
Features:
Complies with draft 802.11n, backwards compatible with 802.11b/g WiFi
Delivers stable, application enhancing connections using Steady-Stream technology
Interoperates at 270Mbps with other products powered with InteNsi-fi
Ensures optimal performance with internal antenna design
Standards:
IEEE802.11n draft specification, IEEE802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, 2.4 GHz
WAN: 1x WAN 10/100 port, 4x LAN 10/100 ports
Security:
Double Firewall:
Network Address Translation (NAT) to hide PCs and files from outside users
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall to deny outside requests for personal information
Denial of Service (DoS) attack prevention
Intrusion Detection and Prevent (IDS)
WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK)
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64- bit, 128- bit encryption
Wireless Access Control to identify authorized wireless network devices
MAC address authentication
Exposed Host (DMZ) for secure gaming
System Requirements:
Broadband (cable, DSL) Internet service and modem with Ethernet connection
2.4 GHz 802.11n draft specification adapter or 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/ g wireless adapter. Alternatively, an Ethernet adapter and cable for each computer
Microsoft Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux
Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 4.7 or higher
Product Description
RangeMax NEXT extends the possibilities of your wireless home network by providing a Steady-Stream of up to 270 Mbps, and is compliant with draft 802.11n. This next generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, which delivers incredible speed and range, and for the first time provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products with InteNsi-fi.A RangeMax NEXT wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, download MP3s, make Internet phone calls, share files, play network games, and stream high-definition videos, simultaneously at any distance or location in the home or office. Because RangeMax NEXT is compatible with all legacy b and g wireless products, you are sure to be connected.Preset internal antennas and draft 11n-True-Test high-performance testing and tuning, provides maximum performance and high-quality streaming every time. Touchless WiFi Security makes creating the highest level of network security easy and includes WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK..
Product Description
RangeMax NEXT extends the possibilities of your wireless home network by providing a Steady-Stream of up to 270 Mbps, and is compliant with draft 802.11n. This next generation wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, which delivers incredible speed and range, and for the first time provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products with InteNsi-fi.A RangeMax NEXT wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, download MP3s, make Internet phone calls, share files, play network games, and stream high-definition videos, simultaneously at any distance or location in the home or office.
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