I currently have a Belkin N300, have had it for a couple of years. I only have a laptop, smartphone, and Time Warner cable. What would be the advantage to getting the N900, if any? What does the term Dual-Band stand for, and what is the advantage of having it? Thank you. I currently have a Belkin N300, have had it for a couple of years. I only have a laptop, smartphone, and Time Warner cable. What would be the advantage to getting the N900, if any? What does the... » Read More I currently have a Belkin N300, have had it for a couple of years. I only have a laptop, smartphone, and Time Warner cable. What would be the advantage to getting the N900, if any? What does the term Dual-Band stand for, and what is the advantage of having it? Thank you. « Show Less
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Dual band router has two different transmission band one of 5 Ghz and the other of 1.8 GHz. If you have multiple equipments that requieres Internet connection, having a two band router facilitates the Internet speed in all of them. In your case with few equipments requiring internet connection, probably the N300 you have is more than sufficient
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Hi Joseph. Dual band means it has the capability to transmit and receive signals from 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks either simultaneously or one at a time. Getting a dual band router provides improved performance for networks that stream music, videos, and specially wireless gaming connectivity.
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You probably already made up your mind by now, but if you haven't I think you should just pick between this one or the Belkin 2.1 amp/10 watt. The older Belkin (1 amp/5 watt) is practically useless in terms of its USB ports (way too underpowered for today's devices). &#10004; Keep in mind that the Belkin 2.1amp is split between the two USB ports (i.e. combined they can output 2.1 amp, and if both are used simultaneously then it will be less for each port). So you can charge a tablet at full speed if that's the only thing plugged into the USB ports, or two devices as slower speed. &#10004; Also know that the Belkin is also a "surge protector" so you have protection against surges, while the Monster strip is simply a splitter. &#10004; The Monster strip is rated for 110v-220v. The Belkin is technically rated for ONLY 110v (US), BUT reviewers have state they've successfully used it internationally. I have the older Belkin and am also having trouble deciding between this Monster strip or the newer Belkin (2.1 amp). If you need/want the surge protection then the Belkin is the only way to go. Otherwise the smaller size of the Monster strip is nice, but it's bright blue light can be annoying (but you can tape over that). I'm also considering getting the 4 outlet version of the Monster strip and just forgoing the USB port (since it's only 1.5 amp). Really a judgement call at this point. Hope this helps.
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Mainly because I work in the wireless industry, and in my position it is essential that my primary device be capable of MMS for testing and troubleshooting purposes. As much as I like and desire the N900, purchasing it would require me to carry 2 devices, and I'm not sure how much I like that idea.And judging by the numbers, there's still *lots* of people that use MMS. In fact, MMS numbers are constantly growing. Yes, a few phone geeks may say "Why use MMS? Email is so much better." but the fact remains, for the average phone user, MMS is still a perfectly viable way to send and receive pictures on literally millions of non-'smartphone' handsets. Mainly because I work in the wireless industry, and in my position it is essential that my primary device be capable of MMS for testing and troubleshooting purposes. As much as I like and desire the N900, purchasing it would require me to carry 2 devices, and I'm not sure how much I like that idea.And judging by the numbers, there's still *lots* of people that use MMS. In fact, MMS numbers are constantly growing. Yes, a few phone geeks may say "Why use MMS? Email is so much better." but the fact remains, for the average phone user, MMS is still a perfectly viable way... » Read More Mainly because I work in the wireless industry, and in my position it is essential that my primary device be capable of MMS for testing and troubleshooting purposes. As much as I like and desire the N900, purchasing it would require me to carry 2 devices, and I'm not sure how much I like that idea.And judging by the numbers, there's still *lots* of people that use MMS. In fact, MMS numbers are constantly growing. Yes, a few phone geeks may say "Why use MMS? Email is so much better." but the fact remains, for the average phone user, MMS is still a perfectly viable way to send and receive pictures on literally millions of non-'smartphone' handsets. « Show Less
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A USB3.0 connection will allow for dual band connection. Where as a USB2.0 is more limited.
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I really don't know, but in our house, we have a terrible reception problem and this unit seems to help. We have it in a corner on our sec ond floor and I can use my iPad and netbook downstairs back in our kitchen. I have no reception in the rear of the house, but that isn't an issue, because I don't use my devices in that area. Our house is a very tall home and the distance from the Belkin to my use area would be 70 feet. Right now I have 2 bars and the netbook works fine in this area and I am almost in the "dead zone". Don't know if this helps or not.
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The router have more than enough capabilities for your devices. Since is a dual band model it handles traffic rather well, also Netgear 's Genie software will notify you of any changes. Their customer support is good. Keep in mind that if you are using all of them at the same time the router response time will slow down a bit.
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After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this is the simple answer. After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this... » Read More After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this is the simple answer. « Show Less
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PTV3000 uses software you download from the Netgear site. I have used it with Win 8.1 and with Andriod Nexus 7. Works great. I don't see why the CPU brand should make a difference.But be sure you get the latest software when you first set it up. Follow the directions on the Netgear site.
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The way it was explained to me is one SIM slot is just the GSM bands and the second SIM slot has both GSM and HSPA+ bands. This same person told me, at T-Mobile, that I had to have one GSM SIM for phone and text and the other would be for data. So this is what I was told this is what the dual SIM slots are about, but truthfully I do not know except the N9002 if extremely popular and sell a lot of them. By the way he never got my data to work and finally I too my phones to another T-Mobile store where the guy said, ""why do you have two SIMs?" After he took out the GSM SIM card out the phone's data worked ever since. so like I said I'm really not sure only that lots of people want the N9002.
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With Netgear's firmware, there is no option to set this device up in this way (as a wireless access port). I found this disappointing as thats what I bought it to do. However, if you install dd-wrt instead of Netgear's firmware, then you have a lot more options -- including the ability to use the EX6200 as a dual band Wireless Access Port. In fact, it works much better than the EX6100 (which I purchased when the EX6200 did not work as I intended). Fortunately I have a friend who is willing to buy my slightly used EX6100.
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I'd strongly recommend a 2.4/5Ghz dual band router if you're looking to be future proof, most crowded areas have dozens of 2.4Ghz Access Points now, and if you can get a 5Ghz device or adapter, you experience a lot less interference (drops, slowed connections, lower signal strength, etc).Linksys E3200 does this and has a USB port for sharing files and a 4port gigabit ethernet switch if you use a wired connection for any computers. The E2500 has the same wireless capabilities with 100MB ethernet and no USB port for cheaper.Hopefully this helps anyone who might be trying to make this decision. I'd strongly recommend a 2.4/5Ghz dual band router if you're looking to be future proof, most crowded areas have dozens of 2.4Ghz Access Points now, and if you can get a 5Ghz device or adapter, you experience a lot less interference (drops, slowed connections, lower signal strength, etc).Linksys E3200 does this and has a USB port for sharing files and a 4port gigabit ethernet switch if you use a wired connection for any computers. The E2500 has the same wireless capabilities with 100MB ethernet and no USB port for cheaper.Hopefully this helps anyone who might be... » Read More I'd strongly recommend a 2.4/5Ghz dual band router if you're looking to be future proof, most crowded areas have dozens of 2.4Ghz Access Points now, and if you can get a 5Ghz device or adapter, you experience a lot less interference (drops, slowed connections, lower signal strength, etc).Linksys E3200 does this and has a USB port for sharing files and a 4port gigabit ethernet switch if you use a wired connection for any computers. The E2500 has the same wireless capabilities with 100MB ethernet and no USB port for cheaper.Hopefully this helps anyone who might be trying to make this decision. « Show Less
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It is both N and Ac, if your wireless devices support AC. Dual band of 2.4 and 5 ghz. My laptop only uses 2.4, my cell phone can use both 2.4 and 5ghz. 2.4 will travel further, but 5 may have greater bandwidth, as I understand it
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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 up 2. 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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In my experiences on two units, this card style fits the larger pcmcia slot on the sides of most laptops. Some of the newer laptops have a narrower slot as well for an express style card. In my experience, most laptops only have one pcmcia slot alloted. You could get a 2.0 USB G, N or Dual Band WIFI unit thereby allowing you to replace your older pcmcia WIFI card and solve the issue and gaining more usbs as well at the end of the day. The USB ones are around $ 20.00
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Hello, FRANKLIN SPRINGER.I have used it with the Internet and DLNA and that last one does not have more of downloading 10Mbps and promotion when in the description is selling like high-speed even of 300Mbps.Try to use it in the USB ports with hard drive of 1TB and also gave the same downloading speed and promotion.The reference it mistakes telephony in the description and I thought it was a servers and SIP for customers only SIP.The truth is the high cost is preferable to buy a Buffalo for the same price, and even less since the end just use wireless Internet for DNLA since it does not do me at that speed. Hello, FRANKLIN SPRINGER.I have used it with the Internet and DLNA and that last one does not have more of downloading 10Mbps and promotion when in the description is selling like high-speed even of 300Mbps.Try to use it in the USB ports with hard drive of 1TB and also gave the same downloading speed and promotion.The reference it mistakes telephony in the description and I thought it was a servers and SIP for customers only SIP.The truth is the high cost is preferable to buy a Buffalo for the same price, and even less since the end just use wireless Internet for... » Read More Hello, FRANKLIN SPRINGER.I have used it with the Internet and DLNA and that last one does not have more of downloading 10Mbps and promotion when in the description is selling like high-speed even of 300Mbps.Try to use it in the USB ports with hard drive of 1TB and also gave the same downloading speed and promotion.The reference it mistakes telephony in the description and I thought it was a servers and SIP for customers only SIP.The truth is the high cost is preferable to buy a Buffalo for the same price, and even less since the end just use wireless Internet for DNLA since it does not do me at that speed. « Show Less
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Dual Band, more power and multiple RJ45 ports for equipment that doesn't have wireless onboard. An example would be my installation where my receiver, dvd, tv and TiVo require an RG45 connection in my master bedroom. Also the wireless now extends over 150 ft to the dock & spa. Have a great "gadget" day" !Gadget
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So which one are you going to stick with? I'm a happy N900 owner! And it just blows me away all I can do with this little computer! On the other hand, I'd like to give the N1 a little test drive. But I do think the N900 belongs to another level. Also I do not have any problem with Flash on the N900, you must have a good connection in order for it to work without any lags.