Linksys WRT150N Wireless Router
Linksys - WRT150NRelease Date: Mar 2007
The Wireless-N Home Router is really three devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Finally, the Router function ties it... Read Moreall together and lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection. Minimize
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Summary of User Reviews
Number of Reviews: 21Positive Reviews: 76%
Negative Reviews: 24%
Positive Review
Reviewed by: itbegins on 27-Feb-07
Strengths: Its fast
Weaknesses: none yet
Summary: I recently purchased this router, and I'm pretty satisfied with it. I upgraded from an 802.11b router so I can really see the difference. Did not hook my Voip to it yet but we'll see how that goes.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: zhuchok on 21-Mar-07
Strengths: * Signal coverage* Fast connection* Variety of security options* Easy setup (if you have done at least once before)* Compact design* Linksys quality
Weaknesses: None
Summary: If you are looking for a quality wireless router to provide a reliable signal throughout a large apartment or need to expand the area of wireless network coverage, this is a great device for you. Rich with security and network configuration options, this device is an excellent choice, for those who seek to upgrade an older device to increase signal strength or/and wireless network speed. Do not forget to enable wireless security, because extra coverage translates into increased number of wireless "guests" trying to tap on your Internet connection.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: chaujoshua on 27-Mar-07
Strengths: Easy to use and small. Signal is really strong. Great receiption.
Weaknesses: No many Wireless N device support now. I can't get my laptop to support N in WI-FI yet. No any laptop has N wireless yet. They only have b and g.
Summary: So far. I still think Linksys is great which I never purchase any other band. However, it may be early to use N which I heard N is still not the industry standard. It may go away or stay depend on the standard it.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: ricoscoro on 28-Mar-07
Strengths: power/reach, linksys quality
Weaknesses: pricey compared to other decent G routers
Summary: I have not taken advantage of the N speed yet, but I can definitely tell a noticeable difference on the range. Several neighbors houses near and somewhat far from us are able to see the router with their laptops. Very happy with the router's performance so far but it was not cheap!
Positive Review
Reviewed by: jefferytan on 12-May-07
Strengths: Great Tech Support, Small Design, Easy Setup
Weaknesses: Not the fastest, Encryption is confusing on what they mean
Summary: This is a pretty grat model. I use it for both wireless and wired networking. The wireless is great but the encryption explanation is so so. This is what it means if you look this up on CNET or a different site. PSK Personal is the same as WPA. PSK 2 Personal is the same as WPA2.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: ultrasoul on 12-May-07
Strengths: Linksys makes setup easy for newbies; great throughput at long range; offers the latest security features; low price for an 11N router.
Weaknesses: Linksys scaled back the warranty for this product to one year.
Summary: The Linksys WRT150N is a great router option for those who want the range improvement of 11N but don't need the other features--or the steep price tag.The Good? Linksys makes setup easy for newbies; great throughput at long range; offers the latest security features; low price for an 11N router.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: jjFactory on 24-May-07
Strengths: 1. Super long range2. Easy setting interface3. Reasonable pricing
Weaknesses: 1. Ugly color and design2. Plastic exterior case looks cheap3. No advance users manual
Summary: 1. Super long range. I place this router in one house and set up my desktop PC in another building.(at least 50 feet away)The reception is strong and stable. 2. Easy setting interface. Linksys, as usual, very simple and clear step by step to lead you complete the setting. 3. Reasonable pricing. I also tried Linksys WRT300N and 2 other brands highend products. No need to pay extra money for those advertising numbers. They all have similar range. I can't believe how far the wireless range can go nowadays. The first router I purchased 7 years ago was made by buffalo. over $450 but can't even have stable connection when I bring my laptop to living room (router was in the bedroom). Before getting this product I was thinking to activate another DSL service in this building. Try WRT150N then you'll know what I am talking about.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: rfbechtold on 03-Jun-07
Strengths: Great Tech support; good price; faster than my older version; networks easily.
Weaknesses: None so far
Summary: I was so satisfied with my old Linksys that I knew this would be better and faster, and it is. I like the sleek design, but I'm not much on looks. What I want is performance and I have it with this router. I have not used the wireless aspect, but I'm sure that it would work quite well. I had a small problem with the installation, but I called the Linksys tech's and in less than fifteen minutes it was up and connected. If you hard wire like I did make sure to disable the wireless, so others don't intrude.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: Hunter11_87 on 02-Jul-07
Strengths: Good signal, great range, loads of features
Weaknesses: A bit tricky to get set up
Summary: Great product from linksys. I use mine with ATT DSL and use the on-board hardware to bypass the DSL modem to connect directly with the ATT. I have never had signal drops and was able to adjust the signal so it didn't interupt other WiFi products.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: dsweikum on 08-Aug-07
Strengths: Setup was very easy
Weaknesses: None
Summary: This is a great wireless router and is easy to use. Setup was very easy. I am very happy with my purchase. I would highly recommend and I would purchase again.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: ranjanjain_11 on 27-Aug-07
Strengths: Very good signal strength, nice little cute one
Weaknesses: Didn't find any.
Summary: I've been using this router for almost 3 months now and never had any problem. It is a small little cute one having a very strong signal. I've a 3-level house and the router is on the third level. The speed is pretty nice on the first one.I'm quite impressed with it. I'm currently using it as G and not N but I'm sure when I start using the N-adapter, it is going to be more better.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: doowop02 on 27-Aug-07
Strengths: - Easy setup- Not much different from the WRT54GS setup
Weaknesses: - None so far
Summary: Added some new electronitc toys (Sony PS3 & Toshiba HD DVD) that can use a wireless connect and wanted to improve download speeds. I just finished the install; very easy. Will now go and give my PS3 and Toshiba HD DVD player a try and let you know if I can notice an improvement on download speeds.-08-27-2007 - Ok; yes I could tell a difference in download time; I downloaded a movie trailer from my PS3 and could tell that it took less time; not a lot less; it wasn't screeming fast, but I could tell a difference. So could I recommend this router; probably, especially if you can get it on sale ... I got my for $89.99.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: kayneburk on 10-Sep-07
Strengths: +Plug in and go (helpful CD if you need it)+Great coverage/signal+Compact
Weaknesses: -Can occasionally drop connections
Summary: This router has been great and does a good job of working with older 802.11 standards. It's also compact and easy to set up. We just put it in a corner.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: nadya$ on 17-Sep-07
Strengths: Super easy to setup, outstanding connection speeds, extensive range
Weaknesses: Live Tech support staff is in India/Pakistan
Summary: It is a haven for my small network that shares high-speed broadband Internet access, files and printer among older wired computers with XP and Vista powered wireless notebooks. I still get "Good" or "Excellent" signal strength even outside of the house and able to work and get some fresh air in the same time. Great price compared to other routers, too.
Negative Review
Reviewed by: deagonb123 on 26-Oct-07
Strengths: Works with my other PCs
Weaknesses: Does not work with Xbox 360 Live
Summary: I can't play Halo 3 or other games online with Xbox 360 Live with consistency.Yes, it will connect, I get 3 of 4 bars green on connection, but the games do NOT play right.I called Xbox 360 support and they confirmed it is not yet compatible. I did not get an answer when this issue will be fixed.If you are an Xbox fan, I suggest waiting before buying this product until this issue is resolved.The WRT150-N is a "Version 1."My bad for buying a version 1. Dang, I am bummed.
