Best Wireless Adsl Modem+router

[xty]

I'm applying for True ADSL for 1Mbps and will be active in few days. I have my old ADSL modem (SpeedTouch USB) but wondering to buy a wireless modem+router (all-in-one, not only wireless router). So far I found these models (not yet checked which one available in BKK): Billion BiPAC (7202G, 5102G), Linksys (WAG54G/GS), Aztech (DSL600W/EW), Netgear (DG834G), DLink (DSL-G604T).

Questions:

1. Which one do you recommend the best (+ approximate price & store in BKK)?

2. For some modems which supports ADSL2+, will it work for ADSL?

3. For wireless modem+router (all-in-one), can I use only the WAP (modem not used) for local networking (to connect wi-fi enabled laptop & printer)?

4. If no 3 above is not possible, which brand/model do you recommend to use for wireless router (WAP) to combine with my old ADSL modem above?

[lomatopo]

Disclaimer: I have CSLoxInfo DSL (1,024/512) on a TOT fixed line.

I did a lot of research recently looking for an integrated ADSL modem/4-port Ethernet router/WiFi AP. I looked at three models, all available here in Thailand:

D-Link DSL-G604T

SMC SMC7904WBRA

Linksys WAG54G (V2)

I purchased the Linksys WAG54G from a shop in the Fortune IT Mall for b4,300. I chose this model based on my past positive experiences with Linksys gear and relatively positive comments in various internet groups. I think any of these three models would be acceptable. Prices, on these three models, range from b3,950 (D-Link) ~ b 4,900 at the fifteen or so shops I looked at in both Panthip and Fortune IT Mall.

If a modem supports ADSL2+ it will definitely be backwards compatible with ADSL. I don’t this should be a factor as ADSL2+ might not be available nor will it solve the true bandwidth issues.

Yes, you can use the WiFi AP features for local connectivity of any WiFi devices. It’s a router. I use a couple of notebooks and a Canon IP4000r (a WiFi-enabled printer) successfully.

[toyicebear]

Short and sweet: 3com

[Deke]

I bought the D-Link and installed it on the second floor of a four-storey shophouse (my office). It works great. The signal strength is "excellent" throughout most of the building.

[xty]

Yesterday I went to Pantip and did research on web.

I saw SMC7904WBRA at one small store (don't remember which floor) for 3500 Baht and at IT City (5th floor) for 4450 Baht. What a difference!

The DLink and Linksys, I saw but didn't check the price.

True has list of Billion modem on their site, but didn't see it in Pantip.

Input from my friend (and also some users on the net) who tried DLink and Linksys, they both were unstable (often hang/disconnected) and he chose Aztech DSL600EW. But haven't seen this in BKK.

So still figuring out, but need to purchase soon as my ADSL line now is active. And I couldn't make my old SpeedTouch USB ADSL modem (purchased in FR) worked, although I have followed the suggested hacks on the settings (For True: Encapsulation=PPPoE, VPI=0, VCI=100) I found on the web.

[lomatopo]

Go for the SMC, that is a good price. In doing my research others reported success with this model, and an earlier one (same funtionality, different housing). Also, I read positive comments on the D-Link model, and I'm satisfied with the Linksys CPE I purchased. All these positive experiences have come from people successfully using these devices here in Thailand. Why delay if your line is activated?

[xty]

Why delay if your line is activated?

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Thanks again for the input.

Well, first I wanted to tried to make that old modem to work with True, but I guess I'm starting to get stuck after some experiments.

Second, so many brands/models in the market, I just want to make sure that I will buy the good one with no/least problems.

BTW, just got an info for reseller of Billion products:

From: K. Sornladda Ngamchattragun (Da) <[email protected]>

1. Network Time is in 3 Fl., Pantip Plaza, Bangkok.

Contact: K.Kriengkrai

Tel: 0-6389-8699

 

2. Lanlink Technology is in 3 Fl., IT Mall, Bangkok

Contact: K.Sataporn

Tel: 0-2641-0712

 

Product: Billion BIPAC 5102G - ADSL 2/2+ Router 4-Ports 10/100M LAN Switch and Wireless LAN built-in 54Mbps.

[thaiowl]

Why delay if your line is activated?

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Thanks again for the input.

Well, first I wanted to tried to make that old modem to work with True, but I guess I'm starting to get stuck after some experiments.

Second, so many brands/models in the market, I just want to make sure that I will buy the good one with no/least problems.

BTW, just got an info for reseller of Billion products:

From: K. Sornladda Ngamchattragun (Da) <[email protected]>

1. Network Time is in 3 Fl., Pantip Plaza, Bangkok.

Contact: K.Kriengkrai

Tel: 0-6389-8699

 

2. Lanlink Technology is in 3 Fl., IT Mall, Bangkok

Contact: K.Sataporn

Tel: 0-2641-0712

 

Product: Billion BIPAC 5102G - ADSL 2/2+ Router 4-Ports 10/100M LAN Switch and Wireless LAN built-in 54Mbps.

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[thaiowl]

I have had the D-Link DSL-G604T for a year and it works fine. However, If you want to play your Playstation2 on-line, don't buy this model. Apparently there is a problem which doesn't allow you to play PS on-line.

[Uncle_Ho]

I bought smc7904wbra from pantip plaZA ... it took away 4150 from my wallet ... 3rd floor... cannot remember the name of the shop ..

i asked about 15 shops ... highest was 4550 ... 4150 was the cheapest i could get ..

WWW.THANNI.COM ..quoting it at 4060 baht .. excluding charges for delivery !! - still cheaper than www.pantipprice.com !!

it looks pretty decent ..

[Uncle_Ho]

Yesterday I went to Pantip and did research on web.

I saw SMC7904WBRA at one small store (don't remember which floor) for 3500 Baht and at IT City (5th floor) for 4450 Baht. What a difference!

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I am sure u checked the wrong product .. it cannot be 3500 !!!

[Morbius]

Someone else recently asked for recommendations for a wireless router in a separate topic, and I responded to him. As I think that what I wrote to him would be relevant to you too, I will just do a 'cut and paste'.

Hope this helps and it would be nice if you could let us know what you buy and the price.

-------Forwarded from another thread-----------

Agree with Crushdepth. You should get a wireless (WiFi) router, so that you will be able to use your laptop to hook on the Net anywhere in your home. Most (if not all) routers will have a built-in firewall, so you don't need to worry about this. A few more points:

* Do you already have a modem to access the Internet? If you do, make sure that you can connect your modem to the router you will select. If you don't, you may like to consider a router with a built-in ADSL modem (if you are going to access the Net through ADSL, of course)

* Do you have (or intend to have) a printer that you would like to share for all your computers? Then, you may like to select a router with a built-in print server to connect the printer to. Then you won't have to hook the printer to a PC, which would require this PC to be on when other PCs would need to use the printer.

* If your home is large, or multi-storey (a 2 storey house, for instance), it would be better to select a wireless router with at least 2 antennas, to optimize the coverage.

In the past 2 years, I have purchased and installed several SMC Barricade routers, and they all work well. So, I would recommend this brand.

Hope the above helps.