My bad luck with computer stuff continues....

[Guest CronoT]

Approximately one month after I got and set up my LinkSys Router, it has crapped out. So, I will be forced to continue to "modem swap" between my PC and X-Box Live. Most people would probably think I'd be extremely pissed. The only thing I'm feeling is mild annoyance, and wondering why it took this long to crap out in the first place.

 

So, if anyone can recommend me a good quality router that can run both a PC with a broadband cable modem and X-Box Live, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks in advance.

[Jobber of the Week 0]

Whatever's on sale in your Sunday newspaper electronic store flyer.

[Guest CronoT]

I meant "besides the obvious", Jobber.

[Guest eBayBrison]

I always thought linksys was a good brand. I know that the more ports you have on a linksys, the better it is, so I'd say get a 6 to 8 port router and you should be good as gravy.

 

Brison

[Dimensions 0]

I have a linksys wireless router, hasn't let me down yet.

 

But the absolute best brand would have to be Cisco Systems.

 

What my company and school relies on.

[Guest Vitamin X]

I use a motorola wireless broadband router, and it is fantastic. Man, was I pissed when I found out that the ICS thing wouldn't work on my comp, but oh well. Such is life.

 

But yeah Motorola is a great wireless router, mine has four wired connections (5 if you include the modem and6 if you include the computer) and can have up to I believe an additional 4 wireless routers in the house for $30-40 each. I got mine at Walmart for $50. Just make sure you have the cables necessary for the operation. Good luck.

[Secret Agent 0]

Most of the time a router problem can be resolved by unplugging the cable modem and router, and then plugging the modem back in first, followed by the router after the cable modem has completely lit back up.

 

After that I'd look at the router settings.

 

As far as the best router; no individual user is going to pay for a Cisco router - those are built for professional use and cost a hefty amount compared to the Linksys and Motorolla. I'd stay away from D-Link, however, they truly suck.

[tominator89 0]

I have a linksys wireless router, hasn't let me down yet.

 

But the absolute best brand would have to be Cisco Systems.

 

What my company and school relies on.

Linksys is a division of Cisco Systems.