I got one of these, actually it only has one Ethernet port, but it is v 1.7, cannot flash openwrt ! anyone know the work around ? how to get v1 ?
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looks like you should be able to download and flash to an older firmware, poster in comments says it works, http://en.code-bude.net/2013/01/29/how-to-build-a-20dollar-low-cost-openwrt-router-flash-openwrt-to-tp-link-wr703n/ Earlier firmware links found here with some advice, http://penturalabs.wordpress.com/2013/04/25/blue-for-the-pineapple/ All kinds of advice and mods here, http://wiki.openwrt.org/toh/tp-link/tl-wr703n#gps.tracking.example
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It uses a proprietary voltage that won't work under the standard 802.3af or 802.3at. There's no choice but to use the included POE injector.
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I had the same question, and so far from exeriments the answer seems to be no. Specifically if you set it up as a wireless client, it will act as a hub rebroadcasting wireless (on a new SSID) to other wireless clients, but it doesn't allow access from a 'wired client' connected to the ethernet socket.. (Which is a shame). Wonder if this might be fixable with a firmware upgrade? Would make the box even more useful...
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I believe I still have the original firmware that came with the router which is 1.0.04 build 7 and it can be upgraded from the manufacturer website. However, I have found not need to upgrade
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Devices like this usually don't work with just any old wireless adapter. Anatoly's suggestion of using a WiFi router as a bridge is a good one, and I use two routers set up like this in my house to get wired devices onto my wireless network. One has been flashed with DD-WRT firmware and set up in Client Bridge mode. For those more faint of heart, I also have a Asus RT-N10+ set up in repeater mode, and that works well too, with the bonus that it extends my wireless network coverage. You can get the Asus router for less than $40, which is cheaper than most of the specialized wireless dongles. Devices like this usually don't work with just any old wireless adapter. Anatoly's suggestion of using a WiFi router as a bridge is a good one, and I use two routers set up like this in my house to get wired devices onto my wireless network. One has been flashed with DD-WRT firmware and set up in Client Bridge mode. For those more faint of heart, I also have a Asus RT-N10+ set up in repeater mode, and that works well too, with the bonus that it extends my wireless network coverage. You can get the Asus router for less than $40, which is cheaper than most of the specialized wireless dongles.
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You need to order it with Ethernet i/f. Interface Built-in USB interface + serial, or Ethernet only interface
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I haven't tried it yet. I'm using the August 2013 firmware. I don't have any problems with the router, but my use is pretty simple.
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i wish i could help but i sold it b4 i can use usb to ethernet device. the wifi was weak so i think usb to ethernet would be an amazing idea and it will improve the device. tell me later what r u going to buy kik eeyeemk
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My guess is that you got a "dud". I have never had that happwwith ANY router bit. DO NOT USE IT. SEND IT BACK
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There are two different hardware versions out for this router, v1 with 2x USB 2.0 ports and v2 with 1x USB 2.0 and 1x USB 3.0 ports. Most of these routers in the retail channels now SHOULD be v2 and come with the USB 3.0 port, but used and refurbished ones are likely to still be v1 with only USB 2.0 ports.
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I haven't updated/connected to my router in a while, so I'm not sure what version I am running and I would need to drag out my laptop to check it. If you had no problems with 1.88 I would try going back to it. If that doesn't work then contact support/RMA it.
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According to DD-WRT webpage, v2 is supported. Give it a shot.http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Supported_Devices#Linksys
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I have received the router and it is the v3 so I'd say they have exhausted all of the v2 stock that they had. Thanks for the input though. My problem now is that with two repeaters, my web speeds have really dropped. I am already preparing to return my router and buy a 24 port switch and start hard wiring the house. Another fun project...
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IF the product you are looking at is model # F7D8301, then it has 2 USB ports. The F7D4301 is the same product, but supposedly a part No. change due to a marketing effort. Belkin makes a zillion routers in the same package, and usually the ones with only 1 USB have a part number ending in 02. Also, the 02s have a lower performance Ethernet switch. Look carefully at the amazon page to try to determine what you are buying. It's hard to tell who is making things more difficult for the buyer, Belkin or Amazon. Look for my review on the F7D8301. It works great with Tomato firmware, and maybe OK with the latest Belkin FW.
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Im not 100% about hooking it up to the ethernet because it doesn't have a USB plug anywhere. I believe it runs flash. It runs everything. I have no issue with it at all. If it doesn't then Google play will probably have it for free, unlike the Apple store.
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This is just a wireless access point, and not a router (with switch). So there is not the typical 4 Ethernet switched ports that you would normally find on a traditional wireless router. Hope this helps.
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I recieved mine today and unfortunately I got a v2 so no dd-wrt for me. Luckily I sold it to a friend that doesnt want to use dd-wrt.