I have been using the XWR100 for about 2 weeks. I got it after a failed attempt with a Netgear WNDR3300v2. I have to say that I'm impressed with the robustness of the router and the easy setup. Further, it's probably one of the only routers at the $60 price-point that can do simultaneous 2.4 and 5Ghz wireless-n.
It is handling 3 wireless PCs, 1 wirelss XBox 360, 1 Vizio wireless TV, 3 phones, 1 iPod Touch, and 1 wired PC, without missing a beat.
Only downside -- it probably doesn't have enough advanced options for the "super-tweaker", but it does have enough to satisfy the intermediate users.
Vizio XWR100 dual-band wireless router
The Vizio XWR100 Dual Band HD Wireless Internet Router is arguably one of the best sub-$100 wireless routers on the market, and it's a must-have for those with network-ready home entertainment devices from Vizio.
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CNET Review
The Good: The Vizio XWR100 Dual Band HD Wireless Internet Router offers solid performance and a user-friendly Web interface. The router supports true dual-band, USB external hard drives, is easy to use, and comes in an aesthetically pleasing design.
The Bad: The Vizio XWR100 doesn't support Gigabit Ethernet. Its network storage function can't write to external hard drives formatted in NTFS file system. The Web interface offers limited customization of its settings and features.
The Bottom Line: The Vizio XWR100 Dual Band HD Wireless Internet Router is arguably one of the best sub-$100 wireless routers on the market, and it's a must-have for those with network-ready home entertainment devices from Vizio.
Price Range: $84.72 - $84.72
- Vizio
- XWR100
General
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Device TypeWireless router - 4-port switch (integrated)
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Enclosure TypeDesktop
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Connectivity TechnologyWireless, Wired
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Data Link ProtocolEthernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet
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Frequency Band2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
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Network / Transport ProtocolTCP/IP
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Remote Management ProtocolHTTP
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Encryption AlgorithmWPA2, AES, WPA, 128-bit WEP, TKIP, 64-bit WEP
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Authentication MethodRADIUS
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FeaturesWall mountable, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), Firmware upgradable
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Compliant StandardsIEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3
Line Properties
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Line Coding Format64 QAM, DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, QPSK, BPSK, 16 QAM
Expansion / Connectivity
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InterfacesLAN : 4 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, WAN : 1 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, Hi-Speed USB : 1 x 4 pin USB Type A
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Expansion Slot(s)None
Networking
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Networking typeWireless router
Antenna
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AntennaInternal integrated
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Antenna Qty4
Power
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Power DevicePower adapter - External
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Voltage RequiredAC 120/230 V
Communications
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TypeNone
Miscellaneous
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Width8 in
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Depth5.9 in
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Height1.3 in
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Weight10.6 oz
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Cables (Details)1 x Network cable
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Compliant StandardsFCC, cUL, UL
Software / System Requirements
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OS RequiredMicrosoft Windows, Apple MacOS, Linux
Environmental Parameters
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Min Operating Temperature32 °F
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Max Operating Temperature104 °F
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Humidity Range Operating10 - 80% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support1 year warranty
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Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
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