NetGear MR814 802.11b Cable/DSL Wireless Router

Pros: easy to configure, Netgear quality, features, good support
Cons: no telnet interface, plastic chassis, no performance meters

If you've read my review of the Netgear RT311, you know I am a big Netgear fan.

I write this review with somewhat of a heavy heart. Besides best in class functionality and stability, Netgear had...

Pros: Simple and quick set-up. Performs as promised.
Cons: None found.

I purchased the MR814 as part of a package that included a USB access point. As soon as the new Dell pc that I purchased for my daughter was set up, I opened the Netgear packages and got to work on my new Wi-Fi set up.

I am a computer...

Pros: Inexpensive. Easy. Beautiful.
Cons: Haven't received rebate yet.

I purchased this router along with 2 (two) MA311 netgear wireless PCI cards; one for each computer. I needed it for multiple points for web access at my home. Upon installation of hardware and drivers, the unit worked instantly. I had seen other ...

Pros: All the features you need and so simple to use. Tech support available.
Cons: None found yet

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If my folks' place wasn't already completely wired with Ethernet cables, this would be the wireless router I'd get them. My mom finally mastered the skill of reseting a hub after a blackout...

Pros: user-friendly, security features, looks great, flawless connectivity, diverse ISP options
Cons: plastic is not as durable as old metal cases

After dealing with slow 802.11b routers from LinkSys and Belkin brands over the past few years, I finally purchased this miracle router about a month ago along with the Netgear MA111 Wireless USB Network Adapter. I wish I would have jumped on the ...

Pros: Supports most OS's. Easy set up. Value.
Cons: Security set up vague, poorly documented.

A true testament to how good this router is - I set it up a couple of months ago and have since for ...

Pros: Many features, easy to use GUI, works with most ISPs.
Cons: Poor range, lackluster tech support, no WPA/802.11a security, random wireless lockups.

Netgear's MR814v2 802.11b 11Mbit/s personal firewall + access point is a moderately good blend of performance and functionality. It's a good choice for small homes and apartments with basic wireless needs. The MR814v2 offers a fairly easy to use web ...

Pros: Low cost, good firmware tools.
Cons: DSL modem conflicts, poor signal strength, suspected offshore technical support

The Background This review is not all about the MR814v2 wireless router as there are plenty of general reviews to read (31 at time of writing). It is, instead about a certain set of conditions I have experienced when the router didn’t work ...

Pros: Good price (after rebate), solid wired performance
Cons: No mechanism to alert you when attacks happen

Having been thoroughly irritated by my only purchase from Netgear (an FA311 NIC), I had not considered buying anything else under their brand, until Black Friday at Best Buy where this router was a meager $25 after rebate. I figured it was worth a shot, ...

Pros: Works as advertised for us. Fast, easy to set up.
Cons: Finding an empty power source for its huge power plug.

UPDATE: 12-24-04 We have added 2 additional computers to the network (now totals 5). I now bring a laptop home from work. It runs XP Pro and seamlessly joins the home network via the router. Also, my parents bought the house next door. I decided ...

Pros: Reliable connection, NAT Translation, encryption, price.
Cons: Plastic casing, setup changes.

This router is one of the better ones I've seen. The setup is quite easy initially, but I do find that if you make a change, you do have to disable then enable your connection (repair connection in XP) in order to get an internet connection again.
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Pros: Very easy to setup, fairly inexpensive
Cons: Limited DynamicDNS support. Crashes frequently with firmware update

In my household I have two PCs, an iMac and a Sony laptop all sharing a cable modem connection. On one of the PCs, I've installed Linux and it is responsible for providing the shared internet access. Everything works perfectly except all these PCs are...

Pros: Excellent range, small size, included stand (vertical placement), slick appearance.
Cons: Large power-plug

As you may already know, there are three main standards in the wireless world: 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g.

- 802.11a is the fastest... excellent for streaming music and audio. It is also the most expensive.

- 802.11g is the...

Pros: Stylish looks. Easy configuration.
Cons: Unreliable, buggy firmware. Still testing with new firmware

This thing sits next to my Shuttle Mini-PC with the clear plexi-glass. It does look nice. The basic stuff 'seems' to work. The use of it is easy, but the firmware is buggy as hell. Until recently, this thing was a nightmare. With 6 systems I own, a...

Pros: Price, simple Installation and performance
Cons: Power cord is not long enough

I've been looking to share the internet connection at home with my destop and laptop, and go wireless.

Eventhough I had not much reference to compare the brands ( other than epinions.com), I wanted a Netgear over linksys/d-link/belkin,etc....