Linksys WRT54GS

Linksys WRT54GS

The Linksys WRT54GS is a high speed wireless router that is compatible with the 802.11g and 802.11b networking standards. This Linksys Wireless G broadband router features SpeedBooster technology. It measures 7.32 x 6.06 x 1.89 inches and weighs 13.58 ounces.

The WRT54GS wireless Access Point function complies with the specifications of the 802.11g wireless networking standard. With a Wireless G network, the user can enjoy transfer speeds of up to 54 Mbps. And, when used with other SpeedBooster-enhanced devices, the WRT54GS promises up to 35% increased performance over WIreless G.

The Linksys WRT54GS also has a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Ethernet Switch. With the Ethernet Switch, the user can connect up to 4 computers, print servers or use an Ethernet hub or another switch to expand the wired network. All 4 Ethernet ports feature support for auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X), eliminating the need for crossover cables.

For security, the D-Link DI-524 provides a built-in Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall with WEP and 128 bit Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA 2) data encryption. The built-in firewall and security controls offer advanced security features such as MAC address filtering, Internet access policies with time scheduling and support for VPN Pass-through.

For easy configuration, the Linksys WRT54GS provides a web browser-based utility. It also features a push button setup function for simple wireless configuration.

The WRT54GS package comes with a single Ethernet cable and a Setup CD that includes a copy of the Norton Internet Security software.