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Linksys-Cisco WRT54GL Wireless-G Broadband Router (Compatible with Linux)
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List Price: $94.60
Our Price: $49.99
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Manufacturer: Linksys
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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Linksys
EAN: 0745883567959
Feature: Firewall - SPI
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: Linksys
Manufacturer: Linksys
Model: WRT54GL
Publisher: Linksys
Special Features: nv:Device Type^Wireless Router|Form Factor^Desktop|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11g|Wireless Data Transfer Rates^54 Mbps|Wireless Indoor Range^100 Meters|Wireless Outdoor Range^300 Meters|Security Protocols^WPA|Security Protocols^128-bit WEP|Security Protocols^64-bit WEP|Security Protocols^WPA-PSK|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3u Ethernet 100Base-TX|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^TCP/IP|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^DHCP
Studio: Linksys
Warranty: 3 years warranty
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Features
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Firewall - SPI
VPN Support - Yes
VPN Passthrough - Yes
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Editorial Reviews:
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The Linksys WRT54GL Wireless-G Broadband Router combines the functionalities of three devices into a single device, a wireless access point, a four-port full-duplex 10/100 Mbps switch and a router. The wireless access point lets you connect Wireless-G or Wireless-B devices to the network while the switch connects your wired-Ethernet devices together. The router function ties it all together by letting your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection. The push button setup feature makes it easy to configure your wireless devices. The router serves as a DHCP server, includes an SPI firewall to protect against Internet intruders and also supports VPN pass-through. The WRT54GL even features TKIP and AES to protect your data and privacy with up to 128-bit encryption. With the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router at the center of your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers and multi-player games with flexibility, speed, security and simplicity. Status Indicators - Port status, link activity Compliant Standards - FCC IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3U, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Data Link Protocol - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Interfaces - 1x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ( WAN / DMZ ), 4 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x network - Radio-Ethernet Dimensions - Height 4.8 cm x Depth 20 cm x Width 18.6 cm Weight - 0.5 kg
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating: 
Summary: Flashable with DD-WRT, but install mini version first
Comment: I bought this explicitly to flash it with DD-WRT. On the bottom of the router it says it is version 1.1. I therefore followed instructions indicating that I could just flash the device with the standard DD-WRT firmware instead of having to install the mini version first. I did this and I got the dreaded "UPGRADE ARE FAILED" message, after which I had to TFTP the original Linksys firmware to recover. In short, install the mini version first, then the standard version if you want the additional features. The DD-WRT site has some pretty decent instructions.
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Summary: Fine For First Two Weeks Then Problems
Comment: Well, the first two weeks were fine but now internet connection is extremely slow via both wireless and ethernet and iTunes streams keep rebuffering(cutting out) every 5 seconds making iTunes streams unlistenable.
When connecting my computer directly to my cable modem, internet is fast and ITunes is fine (no rebuffering). Just tried connecting a friend's old Netgear router to my computer and cable modem and both internet connection and iTunes streams are fine. So the problem has gotta be with this Linksys WRT54GL router. It's obviously gone bad.
What a bummer! I'm returning this and will look for a better quality, more reliable router.
I previously used a Linksys WRT54G that belonged to a house mate and had constant connection drop offs so when I read the 4 and 5 star reviews for the WRT54GL I expected router nirvana but, alas, no joy. How disappointing.
Customer Rating:
Summary: ok
Comment: Works ok, but my previous router allowed me to block websites that I didn't want my children to look at. Other than that, I like this one. Easy to install.
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Summary: Rock Solid Router
Comment: I replaced a crash prone WRT54AG router with the WRT54GL. I was hesitant because I had so many problems with the other Linksys router. However after reading many rave reviews and the ability to flash a Linux based firmware I took a leap of faith. I installed the Tomato firmware and could not be happier. The router has never locked up and the signal strength is incredible. I can listen to streaming radio via my iPhone while mowing the lawn! If you want a rock solid, 3rd party firmware capable router look no further. Now only if they had an N version of this.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great price (only $40 after $10 rebate through BML!) for this gem.
Comment: I've been shopping around for a few days for a USED pre-version 5 WRT54G and still can't believe I can get one NEW here for less. The WRT54GL is essentially the WRT54G version 4. This is a great deal. Buy it and flash it with Tomato, DD-WRT or whatever premium firmware you like. I personally like Tomato for my simple setup.
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