"N" Wireless Routers for VP suggestions - Page 2

**Dismal Shadow** · 08-01-2009, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coolguy1973fla

I have been used with Linksys WRT300N but I will buy Linksys Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless Router WRT400N

I have old Linksys WRT300N but WRT300N's wifi is crashed down often I was gave up of it. I set to use HOVRS' Dlink 625 Wireless N router for now
I was set up on DMZ and 192.168.1.125 and I remove VP200's setting "Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP)" -- I setted up my old Linksys WRT300N and I set up to DMZ for I put VP200's MAC address in DMZ MAC address information page and I was setting on VP200's network -- SETTINGS - ADDRESS - I was checked enable " Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP)" then set it! it is works!

if you have old Linksys G router use DMZ last with 192.168.1.125 and your the VP200 settings: disable "obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP)" and fill out the match IP address

MAC = MEDIA ACCESS CONTROL
see wikipedia about MAC MAC address - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Nobody use DMZ nowaday anymore.

purplecatty · 08-01-2009, 11:06 PM

I used DMZ recently for Sorenson since that I don't have info for Port fowarding or Virtual server for it. I just got Dlink DIR-655 today (saturday) and I quickly installed it and fixed the settings. I checked the Firmware like I mentioned on above post, It was V 1.20 which was a year old!!! The newest Firmware is 1.32NA and I decide just to upgrade it even though it's not reverseable. I didn't care much cuz I don't use all those settings anyway but it's been fixed over the year and have improved since it came out.

At first... I turned off Firewall, add DMZ and did few adjustments on setting then tested my VP. Sorenson did popped "911, is this home address correct.." and I proceed with Yes then check to see if Contacts lists. It didn't list. I checked Z340 and it did log in but it won't list Contacts either. It's a firmware issue so I decide to upgrade it then redo the setups like above and then I tested Z340..

It successfully log in and lists Contacts FAST!!! WoW!! So I called my installer to test. He was tired and rubbing his eye while on video. His video is really clean and smooth!! but he said that my video is a bit pixelized. I changed the speed from 384kpbs to 512kpbs, it was worst then I changed back to original setting. I told him I will find out why upload speed was slow.

I checked Speedtest using Speakeasy speedtest. I chose Chicago and Whooooaaaa!! The Download speedo went over 12mbps limit!! (needle went "red line") first time!! Typically I always have average 6mpbs, and I watch upload speed, I get about 430kpbs. I decide to try Los Angles, Atlanta and couple of cities to test. It show average 6 mpbs upload and 420kpbs download (now back to old stuff). I realized that my upload speed is slow. My Road Runner provider provided me 7mpbs for basic internet package along with phone and cable tv package. I recalled that year ago I used to have 512kpbs to 530kpbs upload speed but now it's slower than normal. I am not sure which is blame, cable wiring problem or Road Runner trying to "twist" my arm to buy RR Turbo package.

My router works nicely when I chat with my daughter through ZVRS relay on Z340. No freeze ups or video problem! Clean video as well!!

So I knew it's upload speed which is the problem on my side.

My installer bought himself a Dlink DIR-625 and he's happy with it now.

Catty

dark · 08-02-2009, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

It successfully log in and lists Contacts FAST!!! WoW!! So I called my installer to test. He was tired and rubbing his eye while on video. His video is really clean and smooth!! but he said that my video is a bit pixelized. I changed the speed from 384kpbs to 512kpbs, it was worst then I changed back to original setting. I told him I will find out why upload speed was slow.

Catty

It is out of curiously but why did you increased the speed of upload if it showing the pixels which it is not capable, lower the speed then reduce pixels.

purplecatty · 08-02-2009, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dark

It is out of curiously but why did you increased the speed of upload if it showing the pixels which it is not capable, lower the speed then reduce pixels.

I already did. I lowered it to 384kpbs for upload. My technician said it look okay now. I haven't tried 256kpbs yet.

Catty

purplecatty · 08-02-2009, 01:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diehardbiker

Dlink, man!

I have Dlink DIR-655 it starts up and runs like charm, however it still drops off from time to time. Tell you this, it is not as bad as other router I had dealt with. Forget DIR-615, it is not worth the investment. I am not sure about DIR 628 or DI-625 however, from my understand of your situation, if you can afford, it would be DIR-828 or something like that.

Please remember, anytime you add a wireless host to single access point of any kind, the speed WILL decrease.

Also, other thing about Dlink that I like very much is when you want to log in Dlink router, you have the option to use GUI verification code, which means that the machine can not spoof because of this. That is additional layer of security.

I am still stand on this, wireless is NOT 100% secured no matter how hard you try. What you can do is be viligant and set up as many security point on wireless, like MAC filter, do not broadcast SSID, etc.

I have question..

I already setup Dlink DIR-655 and had firmware updated (to 1.32NA). My Z340 is able to log in and list Contacts no problem. It was pretty fast and had no problem with ZVRS operator and P2P w/ friend no problem, cleaner video now... BUT my Sorenson VP200 refuse to list contact even though it popped "911, is this address correct y/n". I already configured DMZ to 192.168.0.125 and so did VP200 ((I use automatically detect IP address then go back to setting and unchecked "automatically..." and changed the top of the IP list to match DMZ exactly. VP200 still won't list Contacts. I might have missed something.

What did you do?

Catty

The Highlander · 08-02-2009, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

I have question..

I already setup Dlink DIR-655 and had firmware updated (to 1.32NA). My Z340 is able to log in and list Contacts no problem. It was pretty fast and had no problem with ZVRS operator and P2P w/ friend no problem, cleaner video now... BUT my Sorenson VP200 refuse to list contact even though it popped "911, is this address correct y/n". I already configured DMZ to 192.168.0.125 and so did VP200 ((I use automatically detect IP address then go back to setting and unchecked "automatically..." and changed the top of the IP list to match DMZ exactly. VP200 still won't list Contacts. I might have missed something.

What did you do?

Catty

Unplug and plug power for your VP200... Fail?
Reboot the router... Fail?
Disable SPI under firewall setting..Fail?
UDP Endpoint Filtering/TCP Endpoint Filtering ->Endpoint Independent..Fail?

Double check your VP200's network to make sure IP address is correct like subnet and DNS. It should be static IP from VP200. DHCP may not work with your d-link.

radioman · 08-02-2009, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

I have question..

I already setup Dlink DIR-655 and had firmware updated (to 1.32NA). My Z340 is able to log in and list Contacts no problem. It was pretty fast and had no problem with ZVRS operator and P2P w/ friend no problem, cleaner video now... BUT my Sorenson VP200 refuse to list contact even though it popped "911, is this address correct y/n". I already configured DMZ to 192.168.0.125 and so did VP200 ((I use automatically detect IP address then go back to setting and unchecked "automatically..." and changed the top of the IP list to match DMZ exactly. VP200 still won't list Contacts. I might have missed something.

What did you do?

Catty

DON'T use DMZ if you have both zpad and vp200 on same router. disable DMZ and use port forword.

**Dismal Shadow** · 08-02-2009, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radioman

DON'T use DMZ if you have both zpad and vp200 on same router. disable DMZ and use port forword.

Right that's what I have been trying to tell them, not only those but other devices as well, like Ojo, MVP, PS3, Xbox 360...etc.

purplecatty · 08-02-2009, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radioman

DON'T use DMZ if you have both zpad and vp200 on same router. disable DMZ and use port forword.

My Sorenson technician will come over tomorrow evening to fix the Port Fowarding. I contacted him personally cuz I knew him well and he want to make $$$ to fix my vp

Once I find out the port forwarding, I will copy it and keep it in file hee heeh

catty

**Chevy57** · 08-02-2009, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

My Sorenson technician will come over tomorrow evening to fix the Port Fowarding. I contacted him personally cuz I knew him well and he want to make $$$ to fix my vp

Once I find out the port forwarding, I will copy it and keep it in file hee heeh

catty

Do you have your own D-Link DIR-655 router? What kind of your videophones do you have?

The Highlander · 08-02-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

My Sorenson technician will come over tomorrow evening to fix the Port Fowarding. I contacted him personally cuz I knew him well and he want to make $$$ to fix my vp

Once I find out the port forwarding, I will copy it and keep it in file hee heeh

catty

Thank you for ignore my post.

radioman · 08-02-2009, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

My Sorenson technician will come over tomorrow evening to fix the Port Fowarding. I contacted him personally cuz I knew him well and he want to make $$$ to fix my vp

Once I find out the port forwarding, I will copy it and keep it in file hee heeh

catty

OK- whatever rocks your boat. Just remember- they are only interested in having sorenson vp working only. they will not support mvps. Purple will make sure vp200 AND mvp works same time without conflicts before leavin your home.

DefMATRIXense · 08-03-2009, 10:13 AM

I did adjust upload and download speed to MAX for VP. I didnt aware that the picture will be shitty. I will adjust it back to the lowest one if the picture is superme

The Highlander · 08-03-2009, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DefMATRIXense

I did adjust upload and download speed to MAX for VP. I didnt aware that the picture will be shitty. I will adjust it back to the lowest one if the picture is superme

Not just for you. I have over 8 Mbps for ISP. I set max for down/up and chat to my friend (max for down/up too) who have over 10 Mbps ISP. Picture is very clear and very smooth. Believe or not.. His VP connection to wireless bridge.

But problem.. some of friends can't afford or not get fast enough like DSL (under 3 mbps) and picture is very lag, so pixel, and awful!

So I am stuck with default (256 kbps up/down) for friendly to everyone.

DefMATRIXense · 08-03-2009, 02:51 PM

ahhh thanks highlander.

purplecatty · 08-04-2009, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

Thank you for ignore my post.

I was busy yesterday and today. I have VP200 and Yes I own Dlink DIR-655.

I disable SIP and SPI firewalls and added DMZ (192.168.0.125) (I would like to do away with DMZ tho)

But My VP tech told me that he would have to add Port fowarding. So that's explains why I couldn't get Missing calls, I only got Contact listed but it was slow to list after reboot and "911" Y/N.

My Z340 works like wonder cuz the Download speed was great and terp on ZVRS is smooth and "realistic". Thanks to my new fast router. The only problem is upload speed on my RR is averaging 400 to 430kpbs. I might plan to upgrade it to RR Turbo for extra $10 a month.

I am working with VP tech on scheduling to come and fix my VP. I got several conflicts during this week.

Catty

purplecatty · 08-04-2009, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radioman

OK- whatever rocks your boat. Just remember- they are only interested in having sorenson vp working only. they will not support mvps. Purple will make sure vp200 AND mvp works same time without conflicts before leavin your home.

Yup I will plan to hide my Z340 from Sorenson tech when he come over and fix my Router for VP200

My Z340 works great and I was able to call to and receive call with no problem. My ZVRS tech told me to disable DMZ. I told him it wouldn't make any difference since I'm talking to you on Z340 and it's smooth. He agree with me.

Catty

purplecatty · 08-05-2009, 10:56 PM

Sorenson Technician was late and unable to come on time. I told him to wait another day because I do have plans an hour later.

But few days later, I was working on my VP200 and new Dlink router setup. It still have problem until I brought VP200 downstair and use good known Ethernet cable, hooked it up to VP200. Finally, VP200 works fine!! No wonder I have problem with my long Ethernet cable. It turned out that the ends of Ethernet had weak wire just the neck of the jack. Because I unplug/plugged jack too many time over 4 years since VP100 came.

I decide to cut and replace with new jack and crimped it. Then put VP200 back to its place and test ran it. It works nicely now!!

I contacted Sorenson tech that I did not need him come over because I found the problem. I told him not to come and cancel the ticket to fix.

I noticed that my internet speed was much faster than it was before. Youtube video loads faster too. It's a big change since I replaced Belkin N Wireless router for Dlink Extreme N Wireless router. I love it!!

Now I'm done and my Z340's video was smooth and clean!! Nice!

Catty

Chuck · 08-21-2009, 11:48 PM

Buffalo is the best out of that list. You can flash it with DD-WRT which makes it even more superior. Linksys is owned by Cisco now, so they are good too.

D-Link and Netgear used to be good, but they're really cheap with the quality now. The only products worth from them is their business class stuff. The home products, -100$ is absolute crap.

Keiro · 08-22-2009, 06:11 PM

Building my own router.

It'll take a while, as I'll be compiling it directly from source... linux based router software with 4 wired ports and one wireless card in Master mode.

;x Then I can set it up exactly as I wish.

Chuck · 08-22-2009, 07:27 PM

what kind of hardware are you using? I wanted to get one of those mini-itx boards or something similiar in size to lower power consumption. I find it to be a bit much to run a tower as a router for home use.

Keiro · 08-22-2009, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck

what kind of hardware are you using? I wanted to get one of those mini-itx boards or something similiar in size to lower power consumption. I find it to be a bit much to run a tower as a router for home use.

Maximum TV: How to Build a Hulu Desktop + Boxee PC | Maximum PC

That's what I'm planning on building, but with a slight change. Namely, in the motherboard.

I'll be basically leaving everything else on that list out, except for the computer box, the white one as pictured in the article.

That's my template... as for the CPU, I'll probably go with Intel... or AMD. Not entirely sure yet, but the first thing to get is a case that is something like the white case pictured in the article.

I'll open a new thread describing my building of my own router when I've got everything together. I will try to ensure that I make it as easy as possible.

web730 · 08-22-2009, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

I noticed that my internet speed was much faster than it was before. Youtube video loads faster too. It's a big change since I replaced Belkin N Wireless router for Dlink Extreme N Wireless router. I love it!!

Now I'm done and my Z340's video was smooth and clean!! Nice!

Catty

Regarding your comment in bold above:

Which do you really meant that you replaced Belkin N wireless router for or with DLink Extreme N?

I know that Belkin routers are not recommended for both Z vp and vp200 except one Belkin router, F5D8236-4 could work out with vp200 only. I really think you meant you are using D-Link instead of Belkin, right?

Chuck · 08-25-2009, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keiro

Maximum TV: How to Build a Hulu Desktop + Boxee PC | Maximum PC

That's what I'm planning on building, but with a slight change. Namely, in the motherboard.

I'll be basically leaving everything else on that list out, except for the computer box, the white one as pictured in the article.

That's my template... as for the CPU, I'll probably go with Intel... or AMD. Not entirely sure yet, but the first thing to get is a case that is something like the white case pictured in the article.

I'll open a new thread describing my building of my own router when I've got everything together. I will try to ensure that I make it as easy as possible.

I was going through my bookmarks this morning and found these:

Digi-Key - Beagleboard http://www.thelinuxstamp.com/

Thought you would be interested. Certainly not a solution or an alternative, since you would obviously need more ports. Just thought the size factor would interest you.

**Foxrac** · 08-25-2009, 09:20 AM

I used hate Linksys but turned into okay now after I put PPPoE in Linksys router due DSL user and it already fixed so no problem.

purplecatty · 08-25-2009, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by web730

Regarding your comment in bold above:

Which do you really meant that you replaced Belkin N wireless router for or with DLink Extreme N?

I know that Belkin routers are not recommended for both Z vp and vp200 except one Belkin router, F5D8236-4 could work out with vp200 only. I really think you meant you are using D-Link instead of Belkin, right?

sorry for grammar error... Yes, I meant to say that I threw out Belkin N router and installed Dlink DIR-655 Extreme N router.

So far my new DIR-655 been great! It did handled two VP bandwidth and two kids playing online game very well. Glad it's a heavy duty router I picked! I haven't rebooted my router since I've installed except for brief power outage few weeks ago from strong Thunderstorm.

Catty

purplecatty · 08-25-2009, 11:09 PM

Moderator, Please

my thread! Thankyou everyone for suggestion!!

Catty

***Calvin*** · 08-25-2009, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplecatty

Moderator, Please

my thread! Thankyou everyone for suggestion!!

Catty

Mod note:

Thread closed per creator requested

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08-01-2009, 11:06 PM	#32 (permalink)
purplecatty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Center of the USA Posts: 3,609	I used DMZ recently for Sorenson since that I don't have info for Port fowarding or Virtual server for it. I just got Dlink DIR-655 today (saturday) and I quickly installed it and fixed the settings. I checked the Firmware like I mentioned on above post, It was V 1.20 which was a year old!!! The newest Firmware is 1.32NA and I decide just to upgrade it even though it's not reverseable. I didn't care much cuz I don't use all those settings anyway but it's been fixed over the year and have improved since it came out. At first... I turned off Firewall, add DMZ and did few adjustments on setting then tested my VP. Sorenson did popped "911, is this home address correct.." and I proceed with Yes then check to see if Contacts lists. It didn't list. I checked Z340 and it did log in but it won't list Contacts either. It's a firmware issue so I decide to upgrade it then redo the setups like above and then I tested Z340.. It successfully log in and lists Contacts FAST!!! WoW!! So I called my installer to test. He was tired and rubbing his eye while on video. His video is really clean and smooth!! but he said that my video is a bit pixelized. I changed the speed from 384kpbs to 512kpbs, it was worst then I changed back to original setting. I told him I will find out why upload speed was slow. I checked Speedtest using Speakeasy speedtest. I chose Chicago and Whooooaaaa!! The Download speedo went over 12mbps limit!! (needle went "red line") first time!! Typically I always have average 6mpbs, and I watch upload speed, I get about 430kpbs. I decide to try Los Angles, Atlanta and couple of cities to test. It show average 6 mpbs upload and 420kpbs download (now back to old stuff). I realized that my upload speed is slow. My Road Runner provider provided me 7mpbs for basic internet package along with phone and cable tv package. I recalled that year ago I used to have 512kpbs to 530kpbs upload speed but now it's slower than normal. I am not sure which is blame, cable wiring problem or Road Runner trying to "twist" my arm to buy RR Turbo package. My router works nicely when I chat with my daughter through ZVRS relay on Z340. No freeze ups or video problem! Clean video as well!! So I knew it's upload speed which is the problem on my side. My installer bought himself a Dlink DIR-625 and he's happy with it now. Catty

08-05-2009, 10:56 PM	#48 (permalink)
purplecatty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Center of the USA Posts: 3,609	Sorenson Technician was late and unable to come on time. I told him to wait another day because I do have plans an hour later. But few days later, I was working on my VP200 and new Dlink router setup. It still have problem until I brought VP200 downstair and use good known Ethernet cable, hooked it up to VP200. Finally, VP200 works fine!! No wonder I have problem with my long Ethernet cable. It turned out that the ends of Ethernet had weak wire just the neck of the jack. Because I unplug/plugged jack too many time over 4 years since VP100 came. I decide to cut and replace with new jack and crimped it. Then put VP200 back to its place and test ran it. It works nicely now!! I contacted Sorenson tech that I did not need him come over because I found the problem. I told him not to come and cancel the ticket to fix. I noticed that my internet speed was much faster than it was before. Youtube video loads faster too. It's a big change since I replaced Belkin N Wireless router for Dlink Extreme N Wireless router. I love it!! Now I'm done and my Z340's video was smooth and clean!! Nice! Catty

08-21-2009, 11:48 PM	#49 (permalink)
Chuck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: California Posts: 307	Buffalo is the best out of that list. You can flash it with DD-WRT which makes it even more superior. Linksys is owned by Cisco now, so they are good too. D-Link and Netgear used to be good, but they're really cheap with the quality now. The only products worth from them is their business class stuff. The home products, -100$ is absolute crap.

08-22-2009, 06:11 PM	#50 (permalink)
Keiro Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 129	Building my own router. It'll take a while, as I'll be compiling it directly from source... linux based router software with 4 wired ports and one wireless card in Master mode. ;x Then I can set it up exactly as I wish.

08-22-2009, 07:27 PM	#51 (permalink)
Chuck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: California Posts: 307	what kind of hardware are you using? I wanted to get one of those mini-itx boards or something similiar in size to lower power consumption. I find it to be a bit much to run a tower as a router for home use.

08-25-2009, 11:09 PM	#57 (permalink)
purplecatty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Center of the USA Posts: 3,609	Moderator, Please my thread! Thankyou everyone for suggestion!! Catty