U.S. Robotics Wireless MAXg Router (USR5461)
U.S. Robotics Wireless MAXg Router (USR5461)
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 List Price: $69.99 Sale Price: $12.50 Availability: unspecified 
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Product Description
Product Name: MAXg USR5461 Wireless RouterMarketing Information: The MAXg USR5461 Wireless Router featuring exclusive MAXg Technology, it delivers a 50% range improvement over standard IEEE 802.11g, for total home/small business coverage while providing a maximum performance of 125 Mbps. The industry leading security protects network from hackers and unauthorized access from the Internet and from wireless inter-lopers. Product Type: Wireless RouterWireless SpecificationsFrequency Band/Bandwidth: 2.4 GHz to 2.462 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g ISM Band North AmericaChannels: 11 Operating North AmericaTransmission Speed: 125MbpsTransmission Speed Details: 125Mbps Transmission Speed Details: 54Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11gTransmission Speed Details: 6Mbps IEEE 802.11gTransmission Speed Details: 11Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11bTransmission Speed Details: 1Mbps IEEE 802.11bInterfaces/PortsInterfaces/Ports: 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Auto-sensing WANInterfaces/Ports: 4 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Auto-sensing LANInterfaces/Ports: 1 x USB I/O ExpansionsExpansion Slots: Not ApplicablePhysical CharacteristicsDimensions: 4.3" x 7.1" x 1.7"Weight: 0.61 lb WarrantyStandard Warranty: 2 Year(s) Limited
Details
- Features - Firewall protection, DHCP support, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), print server, MAC address filtering, VPN passthrough
- Interfaces - 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ( WAN ) ;4 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ;1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type A .
- Networking Type - Wireless router
- Form Factor - External
November 10th, 2010 on 10:40 pm
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I have 2 laptops (Macbook Pro & Gateway), and 2 desktops (HP & Gateway). I have owned 2 other routers and both did not operate as promised. I finally purchased the MAXg and within a couple of minutes all of my computers were connected to the internet. All but the Macbook Pro had a connection to my Canon i560. Because of my consistant lack of time and patients when I needed to print something from my Mac I just made a hard connection to the printer and printed. However this past weekend I had time to figure out the wireless connection issues, and presto I found the OS X instructions on the US Robotics site and I was able to make that connection. BTW if any one is having an issue with the Macbook Pro and wireless connect to a iSeries Canon use the bjc 7000, and you will be squared away. By and large this Router is great!
November 12th, 2010 on 10:16 pm
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In less than 10 minutes I had my old PC running Windows 98 and my new Apple MacBook interfacing and running wireless without problems. All through the usr.com web site. I did later put in MAC address of Apple to limit wireless use from “outsiders” as well as other security features, again with easy set up.
November 13th, 2010 on 12:09 pm
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I bought this router because my old one was a little slow and I wanted to try one with a print server. I bought the U.S. Robotics Wireless MAXg Router (…).
Anyway, the router was super easy to set up. I have two PC’s and a Mac and everything went smoothly. I get excellent service upstairs too!
The only problem I had was setting up my printer (Epson Stylus Photo RX500) on my Mac. After looking up some info on the Apple site I found out that the firmware needed to be updated. I logged into the router and tried to upgrade from there, but it said I was up to date. I went to U.S. Robotics web site and found the update there easily. After installing, the printer works fine. I do not think the scanning works, but I could plug the printer into the computer if I ever need to.
Overall, this router was way easier to setup than my last one (Netgear MR814) and I can print from all three of my computers without plugging them in!
November 13th, 2010 on 7:01 pm
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Best set up of any router I have tried hands down. Amazon did another great job as well.
November 14th, 2010 on 4:13 am
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I’ve installed 4 wireless routers until I settled on the popular Linksys WRT54G. I wanted a wireless printsever so I got the Linksys WPS54GU2 which ended up in the dumpster.
When I needed more range I started considering changing my router for something a bit more powerful… enter USR5461.
Not only did it take literally 1 minute to install and configure, but it also covered some spots previously no signal could reach.
But the golden feature is the built-in printserver. In no time I could print my documents from across the apartment. Very fast.
Con: For no known reason, it goes AWOL every once in a while and you have to reboot it.
Other than that, it’s the perfect product and I’ll be on the lookout for USR products from now on. Kudos!
November 14th, 2010 on 6:13 pm
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If you are looking for a router with the latest in security, extremely easy set-up, and a print server for a reasonable price…then stop looking and buy this router. It does what it’s supposed to do…sends a good wireless signal, allows up to 4 wired connections, and serves as a print server (works fine with my Canon i860). If you are somewhat technically challenged, and just want a wirless router that you can plug in, follow the set-up and then forget about it…this one is for you. Now I do have to discourage you from also purchasing the matching USB wireless adapter…the software that comes with the USB adapter is cumbersome and locked up my computer.
November 15th, 2010 on 8:40 pm
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I am very pleased with this router. It the only router, that I’m aware of, that has a built in print server. Set-up was easy. It walked me through security and encryption without giving me all the techie verbiage. Buy this product if you want wireless at home. Hook you printer up to it and print from any room in the house. Signal is great. I have it buried in my basement under my desk and still was getting an “Excellent Signal” the next floor up.
November 17th, 2010 on 2:10 am
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I have installed several routers in home and office networks. The US Robotics 5461 router is by far the simpliest one yet. The software detects if an internet connection is available and which type. It greatly simplifies the issues associated with DSL versus cable and the need for PPoE information.
November 17th, 2010 on 9:09 am
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I was looking for a router for a new HP “LiveStrong” XP laptop. I already had a working XP PC with a 2WIRE DSL modem and a printer. I wanted to be able to print from the laptop through the router and USR seemed to be one of three router that do that (also, linksys and SMC). The reason why I chose URS was that it had a USB printer connection (linksys doesnt) and got great previous reviews (SMC had a lot of negatives). I am very happy with this gadget. It’s small and stylish. The installation was tricky because I had to change some settings on the laptop that I didn’t know about. I went through installing the software on laptop fast, but still was unable to connect. I called the tech support number and got through in just two minutes. I had the issue resolved with a patient technician who was able to point me to the XP settings that were preventing me from using the internet. The singal is excellent – I walked outside of the house to test it and the streaming video did not stop for buffering once. I have quite a few walls in the house and a terrible cell phone reception, but no problems whatsoever with the router.
My other PC does not have a LAN connection yet but the great thing is that I can still get to the internet while being connected to my 2WIRE modem via USB outlet (the router does not block the connection for non-LAN cables).
Printing works like magic – very fast. I found the setup instructions online at http://www.usr.com.
I also have an old e-Machines PC that has Win98 running on it. I tried installing the software on it, but I couldn’t even get to the setup screen. I think it is the problem of the Windows 1998, not the router (I’m saying it in regard to an earlier review in which the person complains about compatibility with Win98). I would not suggest it to a machine with OS older than 2000.
The only problem I have encountered was being trown into LowID in eMule. I have not been able to resolve the issue yet.
If you are looking for a router with a printing capability, I am strongly recommending USR MaxG 5461 to you. It’s light, easy to install and reliable.
November 17th, 2010 on 2:35 pm
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This router works great. I easily installed the broadband router, then used their excellent customer support to help install the print router which was up and running on all my computers and laptop in minutes. Wish I did this a long time ago. For a price that is less than most stand alone print routers I also upgraded my router to MaxG.