| D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router |
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Model: DIR-655
Brand: D-Link
Manufacturer: D-Link
Average Rating: 
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Total Reviews: 305
Form factor: External
Hardware platform: PC
Data link protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
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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. |
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| Description: |
Create a wireless network to share high-speed Internet access with computers, game consoles, or media players from greater distances in your home or office. Using D-Link Xteme-N wireless products makes it really easy!
The D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N Gigabit Router is a draft 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 and 802.11b 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.
With some routers, all wired and wireless traffic, including VoIP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like video streaming could pause or delay. With D-Link's Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless traffic is analyzed and separated into multiple data streams. These streams are then categorized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP, Video Streaming, and Online Gaming are given priority over Web browsing. This enables multiple applications to stream smoothly to your TV or PC. Delivering best-in-class performance, network security, and coverage, this router is the ideal centerpiece for your wireless network in the home or office. Backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices including game consoles and digital media players |
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| User Reviews (305 total): |
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wow!, September 27, 2007
By user (USA)
This wireless is to replace my old burned out D-624 Dlink. This one is amazing, the connection range is longer and doesn't drop connection like the old one. Very happy with the purchase.
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Easy to setup and use, September 26, 2007
By user
I got this router for my father who just brought a new laptop with 802.11n support. His previous computer was plugged directly into the cable modem. The entire setup process was very easy though I couldn't get the setup wizard CD to come up. Maybe it's because the laptop was running Vista, but I didn't spend too much time trying to figure that part out.
The security feature also worked faultlessly. I believe I tried the most security version first(WAP2?) and the laptop wouldn't connect. Then I tried the next most secure option(WAP1?) and the laptop connected right up.
I moved the laptop around his two story house and there was no signal integrity issues. It been up for a month or so now and he hasn't called me for any assistance. I never ran a throughput test on this setup, so I can't comment on its performance. But I suspect it's at least as fast as the ISP connection and that's fast enough for him.
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major improvement, September 26, 2007
By user (Pagosa Springs, CO, USA)
significant improvement to range, user interface, and tech support... yes tech support.
ROUTER
the range of this rounter is considerably greater than my old DIW-524. the user interface is laid out very logically and thus is very easy to navigate.
TECH SUPPORT
D-link's tech support was very knowledgable, patient, and helpful. wish i could say the same for CenturyTel's DSL Tech Support.
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Overall great router, September 25, 2007
By user (SD USA)
I swapped my old blitz router out with this one in a manner of minutes. There are several different advanced options that are included with the router. I have a wireless N ready laptop and it would not connect to the router at N speeds but for what I do, it doesn't make much difference. I also purchased the cardbus wireless adapter which I was connecting at 100Mbps at 20 feet with 2 walls in between my computer and the router. Overall I would recommend this router.
You can get a feel for the layout at http://support.dlink.com/Emulators/dir655/Virtual_Server.html which is the support site for the router.
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Works fne, September 23, 2007
By user
I bought this to replace a Netgear unit that failed in less than a year. It was easy to install and so far works perfectly, but it's only a month old.
Signal is good throughout my house (2 story). I bought this specific unit because I have a few Gigabit wired ethernet computers. Gigabit seems to work fine but I haven't acutally timed it.
Incidentally, a (non-computer-literate) friend of mine happened to buy the same unit and managed to install it without a problem (i.e. without having to call me!!)
So, so far it gets 5 stars.
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Very good router, September 22, 2007
By user (Germany)
I've been a Linksys owner for nearly 7 years, and I always enjoyed their products. But that time, I looked for a Gb router + N wireless. Then there is not much of a choice. Also it looks like the Linksys quality drops since they've been acquired, so I decided to buy my first D-link.
The overall experience so far is very positive. Very easy to setup via the web interface (although some menus might look a bit confusing), it worked out-of-the-box. I liked some minor features like binding an IP to a MAC address (very usefull if you want to share a printer among several OS, including old Windows 2000, who are not too good at detecting printers on the network) makes managing your home office network easy.
I notice that in mix mode (N+A/B/G), windows 2000 will freeze or crash. No issue for windows XP, Vista, and Mac. Meaning, if you want to take advantage of the N-wireless, better to update your OS's.
There are plenty of customization that gamers will love, where you can prioritize network ressources to specific application. No use for me, but worth mentionning.
I strongly recommend that product!
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801.11n, September 19, 2007
By user
This device does not give any wheres near the double the range in my environment over a 801.11G product so I returned it.
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Wonderfully Extreme, September 15, 2007
By user (New York)
I am extremely happy about my new 655 router which has surpassed my expectations. I have had other DLink wireless products but this one has been the best performer. Not only do I have excellent range and speeds throughout my house but I now can work on my patio or any corner of my large back yard without any problems. I am getting extreme speeds (130 mbps) and connectivity with devices (notebooks, etc) on my network that have older technology; so you don't have to get an N type adapter for your other devices to perform.
I have always loved DLink products for ease of set-up; almost anyone could get this up and running in no time straight out the box. You may need to contact your ISP for assitance with configuring your DSL or Cable modem to work properly with the router but that may need to be done with any router or device requiring internet access.
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Used to rely on Linksys, the DIR-655 makes me a D-Link fan!, September 12, 2007
By user (Austin, Tx)
Bought the DIR-655 in March 2007 and have never had a problem with it. It runs 24/7 and I use 2 wireless laptops and a desktop, have home VoIP, and do some online gaming. I added a wireless printer (Lexmark) and also never had any issues. The Firmware was always easy to upgrade, and the same to save and restore your settings. I would highly recommend the DLink 11n devices since several other views comparing Linksys to DLink shares my impressions. Linksys got lazy, and D-Link has made up big time for previous issues.
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I didn't even know..., September 10, 2007
By user (Irvine, CA United States)
...that changing a router could make such a huge difference in my connection speeds. From my old router to this D-Link, my Internet pages load *noticeably* faster. I was clicking random links and purposely went to sites loaded with images, cuz I couldn't believe it at first. I play online games and there's no more lag. I thought I just had a bad internet connection, but nope it was just my old router!
There were no drivers to install, literally just plug and play. If you've ever used any router before, you can use this one without looking at the Quick Setup guide or using the CD. The configuration page that opens in your web browser offers a lot of options, but it's divided into Basic and Advanced, so if you don't know what all those options mean, just ignore them. The only thing is, I couldn't figure out how to set up WEP security (I didn't really try too hard), so now I'm just on WAP2. That means I can't connect to it using my Nintendo DS, but that's no big deal.
I'm definitely gonna look into getting the corresponding wireless adapter. I've never used D-Link before, and I think I might be a convert.
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A Seamless Upgrade!, September 10, 2007
By user (Gold Country, CA)
I expect my wireless network to provide a high level of service with a broad range (so I can take wireless PC's outside in various places, etc.), and had been very disappointed with the old 802.11G product (also D-Link) I had been using. The DIR-655 plugged in and my network (8 machines plus network storage) was up in minutes - and ALL of my complaints about range and signal strength are gone. It is simply the best home networking product I've ever purchased. Highly recommended!
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Best WiFi router, September 9, 2007
By user
I bought this router at Bestbuy after reading comments about it. I will not say anything about any other router, even though I had a Netgear and a Linksys, but this baby is the best. The pictures don't do justice to it. It is much better looking sitting on a table with those blue LED contrasting with the white color of the router.
One thing I need to add is that you don't need to install anything in your computer, as a matter of fact, I don't care what is on those DVDs, every WiFi router I get, I don't even open the DVD, you don't need to install more crap in your computer. Just open your browser, point it to 192.168.0.1(Linksys is 192.168.1.1), and bingo! You are in the router. This router don't require password the first time, of course, you need to change it right away. From here you can change anything you want assuming you know what you are doing. Leave most of the setting the way they come.
Usually my Wifi is set to filtered MAC addresses, and not to broadcast the SSID, that's it! That is correct, don't enable the security feature unless you are a paranoid dude, this slow down your connection.
Happy WiFing!
Alex Form Los Angeles
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Super easy to set up!!!!!, September 9, 2007
By user (CA, USA)
Considering that i am a super super super low tech person. This router is way too easy to set up. I am a MAC user so the set up CD is useless for me. Anyway, the manual setting at the back of manual sheet is really helpful.
Just do whatever they say step by step and then in less than 3 mins your house will turn to be a wireless spot.. yeah! it's that easy.
The signal range is perfect. I don't have any problem at all even in i-thought-it-is blind spot. I highly recommended!!!!
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Great Thru-put, easy to set up!!!, September 8, 2007
By user (Maryland, USA)
Router was easy to set up (I didn't install any of the sw that came with it). Pretty much out of the box greatness. I game online, and am pleased with the QOS options as well as the GigE interfaces...
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Great not Perfect, September 5, 2007
By user (SF, California)
Performance is top notch. Worked right out of the box. I had a linksys wi fi a, b, g, clearly the range had increased. Just afraid of upgrading firmware because of all the stories on the web.
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Extremely simple installation, September 4, 2007
By user (Seattle, WA USA)
This was a breeze to set up. I'm not a wireless expert just a home user that wanted to go wireless. I purchased this product because I read about how great it was and the easy installation. The reviews were not wrong. I only had a slight problem at first because when you insert the set up DVD you must be connected to IE. I was connected to the internet using my AOL interface. Customer service also wasn't much help to a novice. They told me to contact my service provider. I've heard that line before so I decided to try a few things on my own and it worked as soon as I opened IE. I love it and look forward to using more wireless products in the future.
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Great router!, September 3, 2007
By user (Washington DC)
I moved up to this router from an older D-Link router- and added a new desktop computer with Windows VISTA at the same time. Router set up and links to four other computers was made more complex by the D-Link supplied Network Magic software. Until I removed Network Magic I had all kinds of connection problems, printing problems and the like. With Network Magic gone, I am very happy with the D-Link router. I don't know if the conflicts with Network Magic were due to mixed OS- (VISTA and XP) but it just didn't work. Buy the router, skip Network Magic.
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Great product, September 2, 2007
By user (Vacaville, CA USA)
This router was used to replace a Belkin, that didn't seem to have the range to get the job done. Installation was quick and easy, set up was just as easy, and it works pretty good. My laptop found it with no effort at all, and my daughter's desktop found after a little tweaking on her settings. The enclosed software is better than average,
Overall, I pretty happy.
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no problems so far, September 1, 2007
By user (USA)
Performs as advertised. Not using the "N" capabilities yet so can't comment on those.
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Great router, August 31, 2007
By user (virginia)
i replaced a linksys router that continually dropped off line and showed weak reception. the D-link has never dropped off and has great distance and signal strength. much better performance than linksys. simple to set up also
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