D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router

The D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655) is a draft 2.0 802.11n compliant device that delivers up to 14x faster speeds* and 6x farther range* than 802.11g while staying backward compatible with 802.11g devices. Connect the Xtreme N Gigabit Router to a cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, videos, printers, and network storage.

Powered by Xtreme N technology and equipped with three external antennas, this router provides superior wireless coverage for larger homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. The DIR-655 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit switch that connects Gigabit wired devices for enjoying lag-free network gaming and faster file transfers.

With wireless prioritization technology and our award-winning intelligent QoS engine, jitter-free Internet phone calls (VoIP), high-definition video streaming and Web gaming are achievable on your wired and wireless networks. Support for WEP, WPA, and WPA2 security standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption regardless of your other wireless devices. To prevent possible attacks from the Internet, the DIR-655 uses dual active firewalls (SPI & NAT) to help protect your valuable data. Below is a list of DIR-655 features.

* Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes both wired and wireless Internet traffic to enable enhanced gaming and phone calling (VoIP) experience
* Ideal for streaming HD video or streaming multiple applications simultaneously
* Dual active firewall protection (SPI & NAT) helps block malicious attacks on networks from the Internet
* Includes the latest wireless security (WEP, WPA & WPA2) features that help prevent unauthorized access
* Virtually no wireless dead spots
* Advanced Parental Controls
* Supports Windows Connect Now (WCN) for easy wireless setup
* Automatic Firmware Update Notification
* E-mail Notification for Triggered Events
* Integrated Wireless Security Wizard
* Removable Antennas for Flexible Installation Options
* Wall Mountable to Save Desk Space

D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router Features
* Delivers up to 14x faster speeds* and 6x farther range* than 802.11g means Greater Coverage for Your Entire Home or Office
* Ideal for streaming HD video or streaming multiple applications simultaneously
* Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes both wired and wireless Internet traffic to enable enhanced gaming and phone calling (VoIP) experience
* Gigabit Ports for Incredible Wired Network Speeds
* Dual active firewall protection (SPI & NAT) helps block malicious attacks on networks from the Internet.

D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router Technical Details
* Brand Name: D-Link
* Model: DIR-655
* Hardware Platform: PC, Mac
* Form Factor: External
* Connectivity Technology: Wireless, Wired
* Networking Feature: Wireless router
* Number of Ports: 4
* Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
* switching_protocol: Ethernet
* transport_protocol: TCP/IP, PPTP, UDP/IP, L2TP, ICMP/IP, IPSec
* remote_management_protocol: HTTP
* Network Data Transfer Rate: 300 Megabits Per Second
* Width: 7.6 inches
* Depth: 4.6 inches
* Height: 1.2 inches
* Weight: 0.7 pounds

D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router Reviews

Im sitting on this thing right now. Man oh man…im getting a “very good” signal where my connection used to be dropping…

I used to have a few problems with WiFi. The first problem was obviously the range…as I said a few moments ago, the DIR-655 fixed that…I mean, even though it claims 6x range, but I was going to be happy with just a 25% improvement…I seriously think that this router increased my range 50-75%!

I used to always be frustrated with the lack of settings in many routers. Some would have QoS (Quality of Service…something that can prioritize important internet activity like Voice Over IP…internet phone) but it didnt really work. Some would be lacking in semi-advanced routing features…others would barely have any non-novice features at all…This one has plenty of options for the advanced user to have a lot of fun screwing with settings. The most beautiful thing about it though, is that there is a wizard in the interface so that even the most novice of users can set up a great network with strong security. It also has context sensitive online help…what that is, is when you are trying to adjust settings and you dont know what something means, there is a little help button right there that you can click to get an explanation right then and there! Its kinda like the Yin-Yang of routers…

I want to mention that I have been looking at draft-N routers for a few weeks now and have been reading the reviews. The reason that I am writing this review is that it was so hard for me to find a good review on this router. Cnet doesnt even have an official review (as of 2/13/07) but it does have very positive user comments. From my homework though, (user reviews, and more importantly official reviews from Cnet, engadget, etc) every Draft-N wireless router has some kind of problem. Some dont work well in environments with more than a couple neighboring networks, some dont have good throughput, and some dont have better range. Again, I didn’t want to buy this one because I couldn’t find any solid review on it. After going through a couple of different Draft-N routers, Let me help you out. This is the one.

BTW…im not running an “N” wireless adapter…this thing even increases the range of “B” and “G” signals. GREAT JOB D-LINK!

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