TP-Link - N450 Wi-Fi Router - Black

Installed this as an access point 4 weeks ago- worked good for 3 weeks but then my desktop began slowing down and my security camera not recording events that it normally would. I unplugged the cable supplying the internet to this device and plugged it into my computer and problem solved-computer returned to normal speed and of course my home security system must now run off backup cellular service, not so fun. I called customer service twice with poor communication methinks they told me to contact my IP provider after running the speedtest. Enjoyed learning what that was. I have installed Netgear and Linksys equipment in the past inside of un-airconditioned/unheated workshop, shed and even a 1 gallon mason jar on the ground which after 2 years was struck by lighting in a typical Carolina spring lightening storm. They rarely need(ed) any maintenance. This tplink access point is inside my office beside my desk computer and refuses to work more than a few minutes after completely resetting to default and re-configuring. I bought it hastily and as the old saying goes .... If one did not find discrepancies in the directions and find it difficult to set up, one didn't read the directions. Its as if a child designed the configuration pages and the cover of the box this trap came in. TPlink now conjectures up in my mind a roll of toilet paper. I noticed on other website reviews customers complained this product only lasted 6 or 12 months. I would be so delighted. Plan to get Netgear in here ASAP and if it fails the same way, I will write an apology review.

TP-LINK - TL-WR940N 450Mbps Wireless N Router Hardware version 6 *Setting Up The TL-WR940N Setting up the router for the first time is pretty easy. And once you have everything connected, you should be online in less than 5 minutes. When you’re ready to dig into the router’s settings to customize to your liking, there are a load of options for you to dig into. The router’s web management page is very nicely done, too. All the different settings are laid out perfectly and easy to navigate. *Wired & Wireless Performance After getting the router set up and running, I ran some speed tests. One over Ethernet, one over Wi-Fi, and it performed well. Listed below is the current Internet plan I am subscribed to, and the speed test results while using the TL-WR940N router (version 6). *My Internet Plan: Download 75 Mbps / Upload 10 Mbps *Wired: Download 90.36 Mbps / Upload 12.08 Mbps *W-Fi Performance: Download 89.43 Mbps / Upload 12.12 Mbps Those are some great speed test results! I do live in a smallish 4 bedroom home, so I’d most likely get decent wireless coverage regardless of what router I was using. However, I do have a very large backyard area, and the router provides decent coverage in and around my home. I can sit in my backyard and stream HD videos without any issues at all. It works surprisingly good. By the way, I am using my own cable modem, which is a TP-Link cable modem, and I get pretty much the same speed test results even when I am directly connected to it, with no router in between. So the nice speed increase you see is not because of the router. Comcast must have simply increased my Internet speed on their end. For the best wireless coverage, be sure to place the modem in an open area free of obstruction. Do not place the modem in an enclosure, under a desk or block the vent-holes. This is an inexpensive wireless N router, and for most people, will be all you need to set up a decent home or small office network. For those needing a more advanced network and will be using devices with their routers that support wireless AC technology, consider purchasing a router that supports wireless AC technology. This will future-proof your network somewhat, as most all recent mobile devices (phones, tablets, and laptops) these days support wireless AC. And TP-Link has plenty of wireless AC routers for you to choose from. Best of luck setting up your network! Submitted as part of a free sample program

It was working with the Spectrum modem, but it takes a while to figure out how to set up.

I hooked it up and it worked. What more can you ask for.

It has a lot of features, and is easy to use, and cheap!

This device is fine but it does not have any 5 Ghz band for better results

The average buyer looking for a Router isn't going to know how to set this up, unless your a wireless or computer tech this little thing isn't worth it. I also had a tech try n set it up and he basically told me to get my money back.

Set it up within 5-10 min!! Works great. With good range and speed