D-Link WRLS RANGE EXTENDER 802.11G ( DWL-G710 )

D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking introduces the latest product in the AirPlus® G family designed to increase the range of your wireless network the DWL-G710 Wireless G Range Extender.

For users seeking a simple solution to improve the reach of their wireless signal within their home or office, the DWL-G710 is the answer. This Wireless Range Extender takes an existing 802.11g wireless signal and repeats it to enable wireless connectivity in the basement, patio, garage or any dead spot areas where your original wireless signal could not reach.

The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender is capable of repeating the signal of virtually any 802.11g wireless router or access point out on the market today. At the same time, the DWL-G710 can still communicate with other 802.11b/g wireless client devices.

Setup takes only a couple of minutes and keeps your network free from additional cables. After quick configuration, place the Wireless Range Extender in close proximity of your wireless router or access point and begin offering a reliable connection to the rest of your home.

The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender also features 128-bit WEP encryption for secure wireless communication over the network. With this level of security, your data is kept safe from the prying eyes of unauthorized users.

The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender is the most cost efficient solution for increasing the range of your wireless network.

Note: Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

1 It works very well for me.
I am a complete newbie regarding routers. However, even I was able to set up this extender and configure it properly. I did have to call tech support, because I couldn't get my browser to connect to the device. Turning off the Windows firewall and changing to a static IP solved this issue. Now, its working beautifully. The tech support on the phone was actually quite courteous...much better than I expected.

2 What a joke
Don't bother with this (and for that matter D-Link). I've spent several hours trying to get the range extender configured. First tried connecting to a Belkin router but was told by d-Link support that the chances of doing that were 50/50. Try 0%. So being the loyal fool that I am, I went out and purchased a d-Link 624 router. I have to say that I'm very pleased so far with the 624 but when the 710 wasn't recognizing the network, I was told that the 710 will only work with the 624 with a different firmware version. Even though both of these units were purchased within the last week, I was told that the only option that I have is to return them and "look for a version of the 624 with the latest firmware". Sorry d-Link support. How about "look for another manufacturer"?

What a cluster....

3 Extender works well
I bought it to extend my network and it does just that very well. It took a while to configure and costumer service wasnt a good as I'd like but I talked to the right guy and was up in minutes.

4 Very poor
I've spent several hours configuring this, and I've decided that it's simply junk. I've tried with a Belkin router, and a Dlink 524 router, and cannot configure this thing to save my life.

There are surprisingly few things to configure on this repeater. You are not able to see if you are associated with any access points, and cannot see if there are any clients connected.