The EtherFast Wireless Access Point + Cable/DSL Router w/PrintServer provides the ideal solution for connecting your wireless network to a high-speed broadband Internet connection and a 10/100 Fast Ethernet backbone. Configurable as a DHCP server for your existing network, the EtherFast Wireless Access Point + Cable/DSL Router w/PrintServer acts as the only externally recognized Internet gateway on your local area network (LAN) and serve as an Internet firewall against unwanted outside intruders. The Router can also be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet.The EtherFast Wireless Access Point + Cable/DSL Routers' high-powered antennas provide an operating range of up to 500 meters, providing seamless roaming throughout your wireless LAN infrastructure, and its advanced user authentication feature ensures a high level of network security. The EtherFast Wireless Access Point + Cable/DSL Router's easy to install and easy to use-Windows-based diagnostics and statistic tools put you in control of your network.
1 dont get it
it gets constant "hang ups" and drops the connection adn has poor range so , i am in my basement and every five minutes i have toi run upstairs to unplug it then plug it bnack in. and it allways drops durring big long downloads, and the more i want the download, the more it drops th eocnnection. I believ ethis is the worst router to get. Ever.
2 Don't buy this product!!! Read my message!
I got the Linksys BEFW11P1 about a year and a half ago. It is horrible! I had to return it once and still had the same problems--> needs reboot + reset about 5 times a day.
I called Linksys tech support about 20 times and they asked me to do this and that with no difference. They even told me to replace my Cisco cards to Linksys, which I did. It was even worst with the Linksys cards!
Finally I got tried and called again Linksys tech support (probably the 21st time...). There was a nice tech guy who told me that BEFW11P1 is the worst model they have and I should upgrade to WRT54G as it's one of their best. However, he said if I have AOL it might cause some problems (fixable he said). I have BellSouth as ISP so it's not applicable to me.
Sure, did... I got the WRT54G and VUALLA! it's working great for several days. NO NEED TO REBOOT OR RESET 5 TIMES A DAY...
It took me about 30 seconds to get it out of the box, set my PPPoE settings, change some security settings (don't need my neighbors to use my xDSL, *LOL*) and here you go surf the web!
If you're looking for a reliable router, THIS IS THE PRODUCT FOR YOU!
3 Linksys should be ashamed
I've had the same problems other people have found running this router/print server. To re-iterate, it is necessary to reset the router after some period, generally between five minutes and an hour, because it keeps freezing. I have upgraded the firmware and it still blows.
Linksys should recall this piece of equipment or offer money back to anyone who ordered it and tried to run it on a windows XP machine.
I will try the Netegear router and continue to talk trash about the Linksys company from now on.
4 Works Great, When It's Working!
I have to echo the statement of another user. I used this BEFW11P1 for 13 months, without significant problems (occasional reboot necessary, printer server needed to be reset sometimes). But now that I too have slipped out of the warranty period, my wireless functions have ceased entirely. The router still works if I remove the WPC11 card that plugs into the bag of the unit (giving it wireless capabilities).
So far the best response I've gotten from Linksys is that I should make sure it is configured correctly. Seeing as it was working for 13 months, I don't see that as being the legitimate source of the problem personally. And not a big fan of being blamed by a company for a fault in their product. They tried that when I was initially have problems with the unit (freezing often) when I first got it. Eventually I figured out how to find the latest firmware upgrade (available on their ftp site but not the website), and that fixed it.
Generally, unit seems mediocre at best. And customer service seems awful. So I guess I'll check out Netgear this time. Linksys has good prices, but I cannot imagine trying them again, even if the problems with the BEFW11P1 are limited only to that unit.
5 Unusable, notably with XP
Don't buy this product. I have Windows XP and I need to reset it about every hour, sometimes even every 10 minutes, because the wireless link will crash continually. Also, I never could use the print server, which only works for simple printers and not e.g. HP OfficeJet systems. In retrospect, I'd rather have had a router with more ethernet ports (this one has only one). It's never really been stable, but since I got XP it is hopeless (even if I do *not* let XP manage my 802.11, which also appears buggy)
Update - I decided to get the MR814 from Netgear. Should have done so months ago. All problems gone, much better signal, more ethernet ports and it looks better as a bonus.
6 Drops Internet Connection frequently
I've owned this product for just over one year. It drops the Internet connection so frequently, I've lost count as to how many times I've had to reset the device. Now that it has just slipped out of the one year warranty, it has dropped all wireless functionality.
I don't recommend it.
7 Panasonic users beware...
The only trouble I had with this router was the simultaneous use of a Panasonic 2.4gHz cordless phone. Whenever the phone would ring, I would lose the wireless signal from the router to the wireless receiver. This problem was remedied, however, by replacing the Panasonic phone with a different brand. Since then, I have not had any trouble.
8 limited resuls
customer support was non-existent. product stopped working if large file was printed or multiple small print jobs were executed. experienced similar issues with the data transfer. had to reset by unplugging several time a week.
9 Weak inconsistant signal
This was NOT easy to install. It took a month back and forth to the computer store to get the right PC cards, then replacing with the USB card because the Linksys PC cards require 100% use of the computer port of choice. So back to the store to get a USB powered port adapter. Now, brand new, the signal for 40 feet between computers varies dramatically from zero to 100% and frequently disconnects from the DSL on the computer sitting directly next to this unit. It works (finally), but intermittantly, which is useless. Since it took me two months to figure all of this out, I cannot return it. Tech service suggests I purchase the BEFW11S4 unit because the antennae are better.
DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT!
10 Longevity is questionable.
Worked well for about 18 months, then started to require frequent reboots. Finally the power supply or something else has died. On hold with tech support, it appears longevity of this product is the main question. Reading other reviews, I wouldn't recomend a purchase of this product.
11 Crashed constantly, then stopped working -- tried 3 of them!
To make a long story short, I'm throwing out my Linksys BEFW11P1 and buying a NetGear. The gory details: My first unit (yes, this has been a saga) "worked" for several months, but needed to be rebooted about 3-4 times a day and I was never able to get the PrinterServer to work. After about nine months, I finally decided to upgrade the firmware to fix these problems, and that's when the real problems started. Soon after the upgrade, both of my computers lost their association with the router. Linksys tech support spent about 45 minutes with me and then determined that the unit was a goner. An RMA and three weeks later (!), I received unit #2. Unit #2 worked for about four hours and then went south -- I couldn't get on the Internet and I couldn't even access the router's setup web pages -- even when directly connected to its PC port. An RMA and about five weeks (!) later, unit #3 was eventually shipped to me and after about 36 hours of working, it also went south. I spent countless more hours with tech support (who was as patient and persistent as you could hope, but simply did not have the deep skills needed for the job) -- to no avail. And if these problems weren't bad enough, it gets worse. These problems started before my one-year warranty was over, but due to Linksys' slow response to my problems, the warranty is now up. How does Linksys respond? They've basically said that I'm stuck with the unit because the warranty is now up. I will never buy from Linksys again. I just ordered a NetGear who my friend tells my works flawlessly.
12 Do not buy this product
I got this product a few weeks ago. It was regularly crashing. Finally, after working for about 3 weeks, it died. Linksys first issued an RMA and then offered to replace it with a model without the print server on it. However, they are not willing to refund the difference. They specifically told me that this product is being discontinued, because it is defective. ...
13 crashes all the time
I bought this router over a year ago. Installation was easy enough, and the print server worked (although it was a little bit slower than simply using one my computers as a windows print server). The main problem, though, is that this thing ALWAYS crashes. Three or four times a day, I'd have to power-cycle it (turn it on and off), because the router would simply lose its wireless connection. This was a pain as I usually work upstairs with my router downstairs, and I'd have to run up and down a few times a day just to keep my Internet connection going. (I don't mind running, but not because of some manufacturer's faulty product...) Furthermore, I suggest you not bother flashing the product with newer firmware, because it just DOESN'T WORK. I always ended up flashing the router back to an older version just so I could use the router.
Bottom line: There are a lot of better choices out there. Check out practicallynetworked.com for some recommendations. If you want to share a printer, consider designating one of your comptuers as a print server. This is done easily enough in W2K/XP by installing a local printer and sharing it.
By the way, I've recently replaced this router with a promotional one I received for free from 2Wire, and I've had no problems with that. Plus, the 2Wire's software is much, much better. I must say this Linksys is one product I don't miss at all.
14 Serious problems with this product
I purchased this product 5 months ago, and after 2 returns I am trying to get my money back. In case you have any doubt whether to buy this product call Linksys sales (number available on their web site). I just talked a sales representative who says he doesn't recommend the BEFW11P1. It is a hybrid product and is not updated anymore. He says buy a separate Wireless AP/Router and print server. He recommended the BEFW11S4. If you want to understand the real pain of buying this product, here are the gorey details:
4/19 - 5/8: traded mails with Jennifer Cambay (12 mails total). She stopped answering 4/29. Sent 2 mails to ... that weren't answered.
5/13: Talked to Ricky. He approved an exchange. RMA #RH01015236
6/12: Talked to William who gave more suggestions that didn't work
6/21 Talked to technical support again. Second exchange approved. RMA #XH01121359
7/9 Talked to Jason. Called customer service to check status of exchange. Explained they are having shipping system problems. Should ship in next few days.
7/18 Called customer service again. Still shipping system problems. Should ship in next few days.
7/23 Replacement unit arrived
8/6: Talked to Hanam at 2nd tier technical support. Suggested anti-virus problems & interrupts. Didn't solve problems.
8/6: Talked to Tyler at technical support. Same suggestions as previously. He says to call back next day.
8/7: Talked to Carrie at technical support. She says to call sales or customer service to get money back
8/7: Talked to Linksys Sales. He says they don't recommend BEFW11P1 anymore. Hybrid product. Not updated anymore.
15 Features Advertized Do Not Work
I bought this router over the BEFW11S4 for 2 reasons:
1) It had the print server
2) It supported VPN
Neither of these features worked. The print server seemed to crash every time I printed more than 2 pages. I then spoke to Linksys and they said my printer wasn't certified. However, this isn't listed anywhere of what they vertify until they sent me a document after I log a case about it.
As for VPN, it did not work via a DSL connection that uses PPPoE due to the fact that you couldn't set the MTU setting to 1492 as needed.
I returned it for the BEFW11S4 - V2 and it's working great for VPN and then decided to use Windows Print Sharing for my Print Server connection.
Also don't expect good technical support from Linksys. One out of the 11 people I spoke to was great, 2 were alright and the rest I had more idea about their products than they did.
16 Ok, For Firewall and Options
This is NOT a very smooth Linksys product for Windows XP, nor do they have drivers yet. A 3 star rating for WinXP necessary, but not sure for another Windows OS. I have extensively tested this product for XP - not the best performer I've seen from Linksys.
It installs alone through XP very well, but it would be a bit of a pain if you didn't have much experience with XP Setup of WI-FI and general networks. If installation is attempted from the CD, the Network settings and Connections get confused.
BOTTOM LINE - As for the wireless connection(s), they do not stay connected indefinitely. The router requires a RESET after so many hours.
I do like all the security options, they are very useful and fail-safe. The installation software was well written for it's purpose, but not very XP compatible (yet?). DO buy this for Win 9x Applications/Uses if you don't mind resetting the router every so often, but I couldn't recommend professional use.
17 poor user manual and tech support
took me 3 frustrating nights and some info i found on the internet but i finally got everything to work.
just a few tips for people....
1. default password is "admin" to get to the setup page
2. make sure you enter a device name under the setup page or else the print server won't work
3. if you have a hp712c printer you need to disable the bidirectional support for the print server to work
18 Print Server Does Not Work
After serveral calls to Linksys tech support which is horrible, I found the print server does not work with Windows XP. I'am returning it
19 Many problems logging into the web based setup utility...
Web based setup utility looks pretty. Was impressed at first. Great documentation. Don't change the internal LAN IP address or DHCP scope. I have had to firmware flash the unit several times. Works for a while then can't reach the unit again through the web based setup utility. Called tech support, sounded like I was not very bright for changing the internal scope. Guess it would be better to re-scope my entire LAN? Why is the product capable of re-scope? Very dis-satisfied with the product. Have purchased another brand, very stable product, unlike the Linksys, very satisfied now. Have had problems with a Linksys ethernet print server, also in the past. Will never buy Linksys anything again. First time to complain like this in my life I think.
20 Reliable, fast, works great!
I bought the unit because I run a laptop-only network at home, and did not have a desktop unit to use as a printserver. I had never set up a router OR a wireless network before. Even so, it only took about an hour to read the manual and set up 2 laptops, a DSL connection, and an NEC laser printer, all with 128-bit encryption. I'm running W2K on one laptop, W98 on the other. The only glitch in the setup was that the web-based setup program asks for a username and password which is NOT given in the manual (HINT: try "admin" and "admin" -- change this after setup so that your neighbor doesn't alter your settings).
Since I'd heard bad things about the Linksys PCMCIA cards, I purchased 2 Orinoco Gold cards instead. I'm extremely satisfied with this combination. It is truly a "set-and-forget" device. I have had no problems with printing and websurfing from both laptops at once. The speed is excellent. The printserver is rock stable. It even reacts appropriately to out-of-paper errors, and resumes correctly when the paper is replaced. The range is limited, but I'm working in a noisy environment (New York City). Moving the 2.4 GHz cordless phone to the other side of the room helped.
I've seen a lot of lousy reviews of this device, but I've been completely happy with mine. (Once I figured out the setup password).
21 Great product
I really haven't experienced any problems with this product. It works with a Mac (OS 9/X) and a PC (Win 98 2nd edition). Never really had any issues. Print server works great, it's fast, and stable. Mine never ever crashed, and I once transfered a 500MB file between my computers. 300k connection for about 15 feet away (although there is 1 floor and 3 walls between it and the wireless computer. The only other thing I could want is a Mac version of the printer software.
22 Router's Fine, Print Server & Wireless are Marginal
I have owned the Linksys 4-port cable/DSL router and was very pleased with it. Wanting to go wireless and allow all my PCs to print to my one printer (without having my server on) sounded like a great idea.
I configured the router (no problems at all) just like the previous Linksys product I owned.
Configuring the Wireless system was very problematic. There were inconsistencies in the documentation, the system did not work at all without encryption (ok, I guess), and the range was absolutely abysmal. In my small home, I barely get 15% signal strength in the bedroom 20 feet away & it often fails completely.
Additionally, the print server (once you get it working) is VERY finicky. If you are surfing the web and printing at the same time, the print server almost always messes up the print job (partial printed pages). I have three PCs (WinXP) on my network, and we have to tell each other not to surf when one of us is printing. Very poor performance. It's gotten to the point where I think I'll stop using the print server feature and go with a print server from HP.
23 Solid, cheap, easy to setup
I like this unit a lot. I paid for it...AR.
It worked stable for me for 2 weeks (2 wired and 1 wireless computer). No problems at all. Now I sent it to my girlfriend
and she has not set it up yet. Unit was easy to setup and worked
out of box for me. The only strange thing is that when
I want to reset it I need t keep reset button pressed for
more than 3 seconds. Apart from that - very nice [inexpensive],
home unit.
24 Don't bother with the Print server version
After weeks of planning my home network and researching products, I went with the Linksys BEFW11P1--partly because of the integrated print server.
As far as the router part goes, I was able to set up my network (and I'm a completely self taught computer person)in 3-4 hours, although my total time on phone tech support was probably 1 hour (talk time) and 40 minutes (hold time)--at least it's an 800 number. The first 55 minutes was spent unsuccessfully trying to configure my DSL ISP and the router. The last 5 minutes was during a second phone call when a diff tech support guy solved the problem immediately. The network was ready.
While trying to install the printer, the screws for the parallel port came out and the port fell into the box. 25 minutes later, I finally got the screws back in and thought, "I'll deal with it tomorrow". Went to goof around on the computer, found out how to just share the printers through the Microsoft software, and now have TWO shared printers without having to use the print server at all (which only provides for one printer).
BOTTOM LINE _ this wireless router is great for setting up a network, but save your extra cash and get the model without a print server.
25 What a peice of crap!
... Not only does this product lock up every 30 minutes, but the wireless range is about 30 feet in my small house. Linksys phone support was worthless and offered no help. Trust me, avoid this product like the plauge. ......
26 The BEFW11P1
Extremely poor quality - locks up every two hours. The product
should be withdrawn and re-engineered.
27 Still a few glitches but a very good value
This sets up and works like a charm, the documentation is adequate. Make sure to update the firmware. There are still a few glitches (such as insecure remote administration). But for the price it's an excellent deal for the SOHO. I am very pleased with it.
28 Customer Service Alone Warrants a "Do Not Buy" Warning
So far, my Linksys Wireless DSL/Cable Router with Print Server works fairly well, aside from the fact that it freezes up fairly often. However, I finally found the latest firmware available at the Linksys (unfortunately it was NOT the one features on their website. I had to be directed to the FTP site to find the Version 1.03). That seemed to fix the problem, and it works great now. Print Server was easy to set up.
BUT--where the "DO NOT BUY" warning comes in is with the Customer Service/Tech Support. Upon calling them, the first thing that is abundantly clear is you will know more about their product then they do. I read similar warnings, and figured they had to be bogus--but after experiencing it first-hand, trust me. I am sure they have "advanced technical support" that constitutes their real techinical support staff, but to get to them you have to deal with the first line staff, and that was a horrible, frustrating experience--at least until I managed to get it working largely without their help.
29 DONT BUY THIS. Product discontinued
Linksys makes great stuff, except this product has a critical design flaw. I buy Linksys products for my office, so this product seemed like a home-run.
BUt, I spent 40 days, and 3 shippments, trying to get the router to not lock up. The bug is with its wireless port. It freezes up.
Take my advice. Don't buy this. Go buy a SMC or DLINK instead.
30 No Setup CD
instead of putting setup CD for the printserver, Linksys puts utility cd for some other products. so the printserver is useless. Moreover, the support never reply email regarding this issue.
31 Good Wireless Product With Room For Improvement
I installed the Linksys BEFW11P1 to my existing cable modem. Following instructions from the manual, setup was relatively easy. As I use the equipment, I find myself wanting to utilize more advance features, but find the limited information provided by the manual is not detailed enough.
Setting up the WEP feature was "tricky", but I eventually got it working. This WAP/Router will mysteriously lockup from time-to-time, the fix is to power down and re-boot the WAP/Router. The WAP Antenna (PC CARD) is installed in the rear of the unit. With my setup, this unit is installed near a wall and since the antenna is mounted in the back of the unit, I have to face the unit towards the wall. Although, this arrangement delivers the best transmission/reception, I can't view the LED indicators on the faceplate. I wish the WAP had the antenna either mounted on the top of the box, or removable (ala WAP11) so that the position of the antenna was independent from the position of the LED indicators.
I get pretty good coverage throughout my small home, but I'd prefer better coverage. Since repeaters for 802.11b are not available, this means I'll probably have to install a WEP11 in another area of my home. By the way, the WAP11 will not communicate with the BEFW11P1 via wireless... it requires a CAT.5 ethernet cable connected between the two devices. So much for not having to pull any cables.
32 Routing features work well, print server a bit touchy
I've had this product about two weeks and am generally pleased with the functionality. The wireless clients are getting very good throughput (I have the WMP11 wireless PCI card in the clients). The signal and link status are generally in the Excellent and very good range. One of the devices is downstairs from the router about 25 feet away and it performs great! The only issue that I found is that I had to specify a DNS address from my ISP even though I have been assigned a dynamic address. I don't know if they just failed to configure thier DHCP scope with the DNS or what but everytime I take the DNS server out of the static configuration box I can't get to the web. This is not Linksys fault though.
Setting up the print server took a lot more attention than the router did. You have to be careful about setting up the shared port correctly and ensure that print spooling is disabled for your printer. After the first time I set it up I couldn't print no matter what. But after turning the router off/on and then removing the port on the client machine and then re-adding it things are working fine now.
I have another machine with a Compaq WL100 PCMCIA card that I am going to try and configure for use with the router to see how will it works with different vendor's products.
We'll see...
33 Poor range, don't use the manual
I am surprised about the good rating this product received. It has given me quite a headache for some time. Configuration is not as easy as it could be and only works if you ignore the manual, which is about as confusing as can be. You must make sure to set the DNS server right for it to work, and that's not explained, you may also have to set up passwords and logons for your internet provider. The range (stinks). I barely get 20 feet and one wall. Indeed, I had one card that had poor transmission over 5 feet without a wall involved. What did Linksys's tech guys say to that (after a 17 minute hold time)? "Bad luck, if it works at all, it's not our responsibility. Do you get transmission directly next to the machine? If so, the unit works" We'll so much for excellent tech support.
34 It's Aight
Installation is easy, pretty much a plug and play.
Don't pay much attention to the manual as for it has a couple
of mis-leading information. Such as the default IP being 192.168.0.254 , when it's 192.168.1.254
Range is really not as advertised. If when said Indoors they mean a Warehouse (only 4 walls), you , the router and a computer, then probably yes.
But Indoors as people would understand (inside house) is MUCH MUCH less. As a previous post mentioned. 1Mbit at 50ft
that's (16 Meters)
I also faced the "large data transfer" lock ups.
But once you have it configured. You dont have to thikn about it again.
Just make sure your Wireless CARD is configured properly (right channel, right SSID) and..."Infrastructure" setting, not "adhop" as factory default and as mentioned in the lynksis wireless card manual.
TechSupport is GREAT, maybe I was in luck. Close to no wait time and in 5 minutes all my questions where answered.
35 A MUST BUY
I wanted to go wireless for a long time and finally decided to purchase the Linksys BEFW11P1. This was the best decision I made because this router was so easy to setup and I did it within 30 minutes. Everything is up and running trouble free. Just to let everyone know I have 1 desktop,1 server,1 PowerPC desktop, 1 PC laptop and a TI Powerbook G4 all running wireless.
36 Linksys has Horrid Support
I received the product and follwed the instruction manual to the letter and am unable to get the product to work. Linksys technical support is virtually non-existent and I have lost at least one day trying to get them on the phone. No-one answers their phones, it is nearly impossible to get a human being on the line, and when they do answer, they say that they will have a tech support expert call you back...THIS CALL BACK NEVER OCCURS. I would not by this or any other product from Linksys.
37 works great...but
This product will work well if it is the only router on your system. Linksys tech support is having trouble helping me configure mine with an existing linksys four port router....
38 Excellent product
The Linksys BEFW11P1 is an excellent router. Installation was a snap, I simply plugged it in, connected from my internal switch to the router and from the router to my cable modem. I then reset the cable modem and I was done.
Ease of use is something I would expect out of a broadband router these days, so were it only this, I would rank it only satisfactory. What makes it excellent is the easy to use web-based administration interface. I was able to get in from many different machines (you can set a password to protect it) including machines running Mac OSX, Win98, Win2000 and WinXP. I like how you can setup different users and groups based on MAC addresses and limit the access given to each to the outside world (packet filtering). Wireless worked like a charm, however I had to enter my 128bit password in by hex code instead of generating it by password, but that was not a big deal. I already had a wireless network going using Linksys' plain old wireless access point, so the conversion to using this product was very easy.
All in all, a great piece of hardware.
39 Device is defective and manufacturer is unresponsive
When I've got data going through the device to the Internet, I end up with either stray lines across the page that aren't there when there's no traffic to the Internet, or the page being ejected (form feed), or both. I'm on the latest release version of firmware (1102). I've also emailed tech support several times and have received no reply. I've verified the problem is the Linksys device by using two different printers (HP & Canon) plus a dedicated Lantronix print server. Only the Linksys configuration fails. I first thought that there was some electromagnetic interference between my cable modem and the Linksys, but I've separated them physically by over 20 feet, and they are on separate AC power circuits. My only way to print is to unplug the cable modem so that the Linksys can't send any traffic. I wish I had not bought this device!
40 Perfect Wireless Home Networking Solution
After careful review of various options to wirelessly network 2 laptops and a PC in my home, I decided on the Linksys Wireless DSL/Cable Router w/ Print Server (BEFW11P1) and two Wireless PC Cards (WPC11). This network was SO easy to install and works like a charm with our Cable modem. All of us can quickly share files and work on-line at the same time. It's a great and affordable solution and I was surprised at how easy the setup was. I can definitely recommend this system to anyone.
41 Very pleased
I bought this product and felt that it is worth every penny. I love it. I loved it so much I wrote a detailed review of it on MacVillage.net (http://macvillage.net/news/articles/99711629656435.shtml) It's cross platform for the most part making it a tremendous product. If they would get Mac Printing support it would be even better.
42 Versatility and Integration Marvel
Who else but Linksys could provide such an array of features and applications with the easiest of interfaces and set-ups? I plugged it in, and used my browser, and now I'm surfing the web while drinking martinis by the pool. Like any new gadget, I immediately picked up firmware from Linksys.com and I'm getting 11Mbps a full 50' away from the router (at poolside). BEST OF ALL, I gain a Print Server and a wireless card to slap into my laptop when I go to work. Who could ask for more?
43 Good performance, a few problems
I forgot to mention in my previous review, in my observed throughput of 1 Mbps...that's with my cable modem which gets that speed. If I run the wifi card monitor, it shows that the wireless link is near 11Mbps all the time even at 50 ft
44 good general performance, some problems
I just received the BEFW11P1 wireless router on July 23, 2001. Installation was pretty straight forward. I just followed the instructions. My setup is a desktop PC with CAT5 ethernet, Dell Inspiron 8000 with Dell truemobile 1150 wifi card, & Hawking 5 port hub.
Everything works as advertised, except, when I try to move large amounts of data the router locks up and no computer can network (wired & wireless). I have to unplug the router for a few seconds and it will work again.
There is a firmware patch on the linksys site. I haven't yet tried it.
As for the range, I have used it indoors 50 ft away with 3 walls in between, I still can get about 1Mbps.
