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Tenda W268R 4-Port Switch 150Mbps Wireless-N Broadband Router
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Tenda W268R Wireless N Router...Nice! . I actually purchased (at a low-cost) and reviewed this product within the "Video Games" section here on Amazon...Received my Tenda W268R Router fast enough, set-up a few days later and am pleased my unit appears factory new and is working as expected. This was an impulse buy so, I took the time to read everything and set-up was a breeze. It's not necessary to use the set-up CD...if you know your settings for the router firmware, enter them and you're up and running quickly, smoothly and securely.
The most noticeable difference (from my WRT54GL router) is the speed...doubled, nearly tripled! Transmission range isn't as broad as I had hoped but, still, a considerable increase. Otherwise, better security.
Okay, nice, no, Very Nice! That says it all for this low-cost router. Since it's only been a few days running now, my only concern may be longevity. I expect trouble-free performance and I'm hoping for 5-10 years of reliable service from this Tenda router. So far, overall, I am very pleased...this has been an outstanding purchase!
Tenda W268R Wireless N Router...Nice! . I actually purchased (at a low-cost) and reviewed this product within the "Video Games" section here on Amazon...Received my Tenda W268R Router fast enough, set-up a few days later and am pleased my unit appears factory new and is working as expected. This was an impulse buy so, I took the time to read everything and set-up was a breeze. It's not necessary to use the set-up CD...if you know your settings for the router firmware, enter them and you're up and running quickly, smoothly and securely.
The most noticeable difference (from my WRT54GL router) is the speed...doubled, nearly tripled! Transmission range isn't as broad as I had hoped but, still, a considerable increase. Otherwise, better security.
Okay, nice, no, Very Nice! That says it all for this low-cost router. Since it's only been a few days running now, my only concern may be longevity. I expect trouble-free performance and I'm hoping for 5-10 years of reliable service from this Tenda router. So far, overall, I am very pleased...this has been an outstanding purchase!
Tenda W268R 4-Port Switch 150Mbps Wireless-N Broadband Router Reviews
This router is worth a try . I've become convinced the internals are pretty much the same with all routers these days. This was confirmed by a computer products store sales rep, who said the main difference between routers is the software that comes with them.
After our one-year-old Netgear router died, I started shopping for a replacement. I bought a Linksys router, and the installation software froze the computer requiring a reboot. Back it went. Next I tried a slightly less expensive Belkin router. It actually worked but it couldn't keep the signal going to a wireless desktop computer without constant drops. Back it went.
Finally I tried this much less expensive Tenda router. A month later, it appears to be a keeper. It comes with a printed, one-page Quick Installation Guide, plus on CD a Setup Wizard and User Guide.
I had some trouble making the initial connection, but I'd read somewhere that it helps, after plugging in the router, to then unplug the power to your cable modem briefly and then plug it in again. Doing so, the router established its initial connection with the cable modem.
Regarding customer or technical support, my only experience is making one phone call to the 800 number during regular hours, and receiving a recording saying they were closed for the day.
There are occasional dropped connections to a wireless-connected desktop in another room, but it is about the same as the Netgear router we used before it. I consider it to be acceptable performance, and the occasional drops may relate more to the older wireless access card in the desktop than to the Tenda router.
In addition to the desktop, other wireless items in the house connected through the Tenda are a laptop, a Nintendo Wii, a smart phone and a Kindle. All appear to be connecting without a problem.
My only concern is long-term reliability, as I'm getting tired of cheaply-made products lasting a year, then having to research replacements, and go through the installation hassle. Still, if that is the current standard, then it makes sense to spend as little as possible. Thus far, 30 days of operation with the Tenda, it is doing its job.
This router is worth a try . I've become convinced the internals are pretty much the same with all routers these days. This was confirmed by a computer products store sales rep, who said the main difference between routers is the software that comes with them.
After our one-year-old Netgear router died, I started shopping for a replacement. I bought a Linksys router, and the installation software froze the computer requiring a reboot. Back it went. Next I tried a slightly less expensive Belkin router. It actually worked but it couldn't keep the signal going to a wireless desktop computer without constant drops. Back it went.
Finally I tried this much less expensive Tenda router. A month later, it appears to be a keeper. It comes with a printed, one-page Quick Installation Guide, plus on CD a Setup Wizard and User Guide.
I had some trouble making the initial connection, but I'd read somewhere that it helps, after plugging in the router, to then unplug the power to your cable modem briefly and then plug it in again. Doing so, the router established its initial connection with the cable modem.
Regarding customer or technical support, my only experience is making one phone call to the 800 number during regular hours, and receiving a recording saying they were closed for the day.
There are occasional dropped connections to a wireless-connected desktop in another room, but it is about the same as the Netgear router we used before it. I consider it to be acceptable performance, and the occasional drops may relate more to the older wireless access card in the desktop than to the Tenda router.
In addition to the desktop, other wireless items in the house connected through the Tenda are a laptop, a Nintendo Wii, a smart phone and a Kindle. All appear to be connecting without a problem.
My only concern is long-term reliability, as I'm getting tired of cheaply-made products lasting a year, then having to research replacements, and go through the installation hassle. Still, if that is the current standard, then it makes sense to spend as little as possible. Thus far, 30 days of operation with the Tenda, it is doing its job.
I like it . It tooks me for about two hours to install router, but until now (after two days of using) the devise is working very good.
Tenda W268R 4-Port Switch 150Mbps Wireless-N Broadband Router Opinions
good basic router . Bought this for under twenty at a local computer store. Works just fine with my wired desktop and with the wireless on my phone. Speedtest.net results are the same as when plugging directly into the modem with my desktop 25mb/s-ish. Speedtest app on my android phone with wireless drops to about 10mb/s but still ALOT faster than the 300kb/s I was getting with my phone network(thats 300 with a k). Setting up a wireless password was not straightforward enough for the average user. Recommend for the money.
good basic router . Bought this for under twenty at a local computer store. Works just fine with my wired desktop and with the wireless on my phone. Speedtest.net results are the same as when plugging directly into the modem with my desktop 25mb/s-ish. Speedtest app on my android phone with wireless drops to about 10mb/s but still ALOT faster than the 300kb/s I was getting with my phone network(thats 300 with a k). Setting up a wireless password was not straightforward enough for the average user. Recommend for the money.
It works . I got one free from a store promo several months ago . It feels very cheaply made and the documentation is poor. Howver, thee router has not given my relative any problems. The documentation is weak and the support is almost non-existent I don't know if I would buy one in the currently advertised price range since there are often deals on the well support major brands of routers.
Lots of features with a lot of connection drops . For the money it costs, it has a lot of features. It has been a while since I last purchased a wireless router (2006, IIRC). We used the Netgear 11G router since that time with very little issues, other than maybe two or three drops a day. I thought a newer 11N router would be faster, and ideally more reliable. However, after less than a week, I have been routinely getting dropped at least 10 - 12 times per day. I do a lot of stateful connection work, so drops require me to reconnect to the server on which I am working. I realize that wireless is never as reliable as wired, so I generally accept the risk.
I'm hoping that I am the only one getting dropped this frequently, but I thought everyone may like to know at least one of us is having this issue with this router.
I'm hoping that I am the only one getting dropped this frequently, but I thought everyone may like to know at least one of us is having this issue with this router.
Great router for the price . I recently purchased this Tenda W268R Wireless-N router for use in my home. The $26 pricetag intrigued me, but I was a little nervous about ordering an off-brand with only one customer review. However, after setting it up and using it for this past week, everything is working out great so far and I am quite pleased with my purchase. Setup is pretty straight forward. I used the CD that came with it, but I don't think it's really necessary, just made it simpler. I am decently versed in wireless technology, but the setup instructions can be easily followed by the average consumer as well. Currently I run my cell phone, computer, PS3, and Wii off of this router and everything works perfectly. I even noticed a speed increase on my broadband connection versus my cable company provided router. I did not use customer or technical support so I can't speak to how those are at this time (and hopefully won't ever have to).
I will update this review should I have any problems arise in the future.
06/18/11
I will update this review should I have any problems arise in the future.
06/18/11
Cons Review
Priced about right . This router is definitely befitting of its low price. In my experience it's a complete piece of garbage and going back to my old Netgear is like breathing a sigh of relief. I have 2 Macs, a PC, a wireless printer and a smartphone. Did not work at all with the phone or printer. The Macs dropped internet probably once every half hour, although it still was connected according to the macs. The PC laptop would drop internet any time it "slept". The router was about 9 feet away from my iMac, yet the signal showed only 3 out of 5 bars.
I did not notice a speed increase but rather slower performance. I also couldn't figure out how to change the access code so had to constantly look around for the 12 digit code it defaulted to. I could also not access the external drive I had plugged into the router. With the Netgear, I can access the drive with Macs or PCs. I'm glad I saved the setups for the Netgear; just plugged it in and everything immediately worked again. I think when I upgrade to "n", I will look at Netgear's offerings first. All things considered, you get what you pay for! At this time, however, I don't see a reason to change as the "g" router works just fine, and I watch a lot of HD movies and TV over the wireless connection no problem.
I did not notice a speed increase but rather slower performance. I also couldn't figure out how to change the access code so had to constantly look around for the 12 digit code it defaulted to. I could also not access the external drive I had plugged into the router. With the Netgear, I can access the drive with Macs or PCs. I'm glad I saved the setups for the Netgear; just plugged it in and everything immediately worked again. I think when I upgrade to "n", I will look at Netgear's offerings first. All things considered, you get what you pay for! At this time, however, I don't see a reason to change as the "g" router works just fine, and I watch a lot of HD movies and TV over the wireless connection no problem.
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Feature Tenda W268R 4-Port Switch 150Mbps Wireless-N Broadband Router
- Wireless AP, Router, 4-Port Switch, and Firewall
- WPS (PBC and PIN) enabled device
- Compliant to IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
- Supports up to 3 times the transmission rate and double the range of 802.11g products
- Meets 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, and WPA2 security standards
- Provides four 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation Ethernet LAN ports
- Provides one 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation Ethernet WAN port
- Setup wizard for fast and easy configurations
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Product Details
EAN : 0885397020028UPC : 885397020028
Brand : Tenda
Weight : 2 pounds
Height : 3 inches
Length : 12 inches
Width : 8 inches
Binding : Personal Computers
Manufacturer : Tenda
Model : W268R
Publisher : Tenda
Studio : Tenda
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