I have an N600 currently, but I need more range. Would you recommend upgrading to an N900 or beyond...or buying a Netgear range extender instead?
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If you have a multi level or large home I suggest you use the Netgear Nighthawk or just add a 750 duel band extender to save money. NETGEAR AC1200 High Power 700mW Dual Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Desktop with 5 Ports (EX6200)
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Routers are pretty much a matter of choice. A lot depends on how far from the router you will be working and if there are any physical obstructions between the laptop and the router. I have been very happy with the Netgear Rangemax router. Inside an average home you will have pretty good coverage in all rooms.
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Did you adjust your wifi settings to the netgear 'extender'? Mine is a refurbish but it works excellent!!!
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Do you have DSL service on your landline phone? I think this is what you mean when you state "I have an internet phone". If you need a router that will work with the DSL service, you must purchase a DSL Modem/Router. The NETGEAR 600 is simply a router. I'm currently using a NETGEAR N750 with my DSL service and am pleased with the performance.
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I would buy a router. The main purpose of this unit is to extend the wireless signal so you get greater coverage of your WiFi network.
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For me, the AC it´s not good at all. The range is not as good as the N router. For example, I have my AC router in one room and my computer in another room, very close, and I prefer always the N connection because is faster. Maybe the AC is good if you are in the same room, but not for all your house. Next time I will be buying a N900 router with dual band (450+450), not an AC router.
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This was an upgrade for me from an earlier Netgear unit. I was advised that I needed a new router by satellite internet provider I was using. This provided good service, but I now have dropped the satellite company and have retired my WNDR3400 N600 unit. Sorry that I can't offer more help than this.
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Yes and no. Yes, if like me, you need a Wi-Fi adapter with excellent range (my office PC is in the basement, and the router is on the 2nd floor). No in that the way Netgear achieves that range is with an antenna that folds out from the adapter, and a desktop port that allows you to move the adapter away from potential sources of interference. That extra hardware might be awkward with a laptop (e.g. the fold-out antenna would be even more likely to get bumped/damaged than an average USB adapter). If that's not a problem, then by all means yes, buy the Netgear A6200, which has given me excellent connectivity despite a potentially problematic router-to-PC distance. (See my review.) Yes and no. Yes, if like me, you need a Wi-Fi adapter with excellent range (my office PC is in the basement, and the router is on the 2nd floor). No in that the way Netgear achieves that range is with an antenna that folds out from the adapter, and a desktop port that allows you to move the adapter away from potential sources of interference. That extra hardware might be awkward with a laptop (e.g. the fold-out antenna would be even more likely to get bumped/damaged than an average USB adapter). If that's not a problem, then by all means yes, buy the Netgear A6200,... » Read More Yes and no. Yes, if like me, you need a Wi-Fi adapter with excellent range (my office PC is in the basement, and the router is on the 2nd floor). No in that the way Netgear achieves that range is with an antenna that folds out from the adapter, and a desktop port that allows you to move the adapter away from potential sources of interference. That extra hardware might be awkward with a laptop (e.g. the fold-out antenna would be even more likely to get bumped/damaged than an average USB adapter). If that's not a problem, then by all means yes, buy the Netgear A6200, which has given me excellent connectivity despite a potentially problematic router-to-PC distance. (See my review.) « Show Less
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I think it depends on 2 things. 1. If you intend to use parental controls, then I would say go with another router such as the N900 as it should be easier to set up2. If you are not going to be connecting many wireless devices to it you can also go with a different router. I have over 25 devices connected to mine between PCs, tablets, TVs, chromecasts, phones etc. and with this number of devices I think it makes sense to have a router that is faster. If you only intend to connect a few devices to it, then the N900 would be fine.
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Not very familiar with a repeater, sorry. But the NETGEAR AC1600 that I have has been flawless. I have a 1600 sq ft. (on the first level) and I have the router in the basement and I have full bars all throughout the house, it has been the best router I have had so far.
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Someone posted in the following link at the forum over at SmallnetBuilder that they have received the v2 from Amazon. That doesn't guarantee someone else will, however, but I am personally worth considering the new Netgear Rangemax WNDR3700 given the excellent reviews and reported stability (and similar cost).http://forums.smallnetbuilder.com/showthread.php?t=229&page;=16
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It depends on the size of your house and the location of the router. I have one of these routers in my house. It seems to be a good router but I did have to put in a range extender due to the router not giving a strong signal in my entire house. I have a 3 level home with the router in the lowest level and the extender on the main level. this made for the best configuration for me. Hope this helps you.
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If you have a wireless G adapter, you will get no improvement from purchasing this router. You will need to upgrade both your adapter and your router to wireless N.
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Me too, the 655 seems to suck. I upgraded router, desktop cards and USB adapters because their marketing claims rave about better range, even calling the USB adapter an "Extreme Range extender". What a load of crap. So far signal strength is lower and less stable than the old G parts (also D-link).Wish I'd kept my receipts and not waited a couple months to install these because they appear to be a complete waste of hundred$.
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I simply plugged it in and installed the driver. Once the driver was installed I searched for a new network device on my laptop and it found the Netgear Range Finder, which was labeled as an extension of my main router. Once I clicked on the new router to connect, everything synced up perfectly. It was very easy and seamless. Good luck!
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The Netgear N150 router is a single band router meaning it can transmit and receive on the 2.4 Ghz band. The N900 is a dual band adapter. The N900 won't help you much since your router only transmits on the 2.4Ghz band. This adapter would only be beneficial if you did not have an internal network card in your computer.
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I am having trouble connecting my netgear 900 router in replace of my white tenda wireless router, any suggestions? It always shows no connectivity when I finish plugging in all the cables.