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Linksys WRT160N

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Best Price: $69

  • User Score (194)
    7.4 7.4 from 194 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    7.2 7.2 from 3 reviewers
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The Linksys WRT 160 N is a long range wireless N Broadband Router that is in actuality about three devices in one wireless box. The Wireless Access Point, lets you connect to your home or small business network without wires and the built in four port full duplex 10/100 switch connects your devices in one network, while the router function permits it to share the cable or other high speed internet connection.

The Linksys WRT 160N uses the latest in wireless networking know how by overlapping the signals of multiple radios, the MIMO technology will effectively increase your effective data rate aby using the data reflections to elongate your wireless range and lower the number of dead spots that you have in your home. Some of the features you’re going to find in the Linksys WRT 160N are:

*Built in speed / range enhanced Wireless Access Point

*MIMO technology

*Much faster than Wireless-G, but compatible with your existing Wireless-G and -B devices

*Protected by wireless encryption, and your network

*Protected from Internet attacks by an SPI firewall

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Features
    Internet-sharing Router and 4-port Switch, with a built in speed and range enhanced Wireless Access Point
  • Features
    MIMO technology uses multiple radios to create a robust signal that travels farther and reduces dead spots
  • Features
    Much faster than Wireless-G, but also works great with Wireless-G and -B devices
  • Features
    Wireless signals protected by wireless encryption, and your network protected from Internet attacks by a powerful SPI firewall
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The Ultra RangePlus Wireless-N Broadband 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 b…

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  1. Linksys WRT160N (N Ultra Rangeplus)

    Reviewer: PC Magazine
    06 June 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    Thanks to a great price for a true draft-n router, the Linksys WRT160N is a good choice, as long as your home networking needs aren't too advanced. Read more

  2. Reviewer: LAPTOP Magazine
    11 March 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    An overhauled installer makes for easy set-up of the sleek Linksys Ultra RangePlus Wireless N WRT160N. Read more

  1. So Far, So Good...

    Reviewer: ELItheICEman, review.pricespider.com
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Tech Level: high Ownership: 1 day to 1 week This user purchased this item from Newegg Pros: Great signal strength and throughput speeds on mixed, unlike what many reviews might say. Doesn't seem to run overly hot or drop connections at all as many people are suggesting, but I'll keep an eye on it over the next week or so to be sure. Cons: Initial setup gave me trouble - every time I clicked "Save Changes" in the setup... Read more

  2. Reviewer: Outbreak42, CompUSA.com
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I'm experienced with wired and wireless networks, and I have to say that the WRT160N is probably the easiest wireless router I've installed. Not only it brought all standard components and features for a device of its kind, but it actually surprised me with a few extra features like the ability to reserve static IP addresses for those devices that need it. Overall, I'm very happy with the way Cisco works; their products are excellent quality and their support is 2nd t... Read more

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