Advice on: Buffalo AirStation HighPower ADSL Router

davej99 · Oct 27, 2010, 23:19:56

Does anyone have any thoughts on the merits of the Buffalo AirStation WBMR-HP-GN HighPower ADSL Wireless router. Here for example.

sobranie · Oct 27, 2010, 23:28:08

New one on me dave but I'm quite impressed with the amazon reviews.

Ted · Oct 27, 2010, 23:58:47

Never seen one, but does sound interesting. Download the manual here.

http://www.buffalo-technology.com/support/getfile/?WBMR-HP-GN_EFIGS%2BAR-Manuals.zip

Bill · Oct 28, 2010, 00:07:22

The blurb says it's wireless-n, but the spec only mentions wireless-g... could be a simple failure to update the advert, but could be draft-n so worth checking before shelling out the hard-earned.

davej99 · Oct 28, 2010, 09:29:35

Its definitely g but using more than one channel. Do not know if it is widely compatible. Broadcom chipset.

Why is it so hard to get a decent ADSL modem.

Bill · Oct 28, 2010, 09:34:11

Quote from: davej99 on Oct 28, 2010, 09:29:35
Why is it so hard to get a decent ADSL modem.

It's not hard... just expensive

davej99 · Oct 28, 2010, 09:45:38

Any recommendations, Bill?

Bill · Oct 28, 2010, 10:08:44

Not specific models, too many variables.

But the "domestic" routers (eg Belkin, Netgear etc) are largely built down to a price rather than up to a spec. In my opinion, it's best to look at the Home/Office ranges, they're usually better made/designed but of course, cost a bit more (say £60 and up).

I had a 3Com which I was very happy with, but it didn't have a WAN port so couldn't use it on FTTC... it didn't have wireless-n either, which wouldn't have helped.

Ray · Oct 28, 2010, 11:43:38

I've been using a Draytek Vigor 2710n for just over 2 months, Dave, I've had no problems with it and it's maintained a solid connection apart from the BT troubles recently, they're not cheap mine cost me just over £100.

davej99 · Oct 28, 2010, 12:53:48

Quote from: Ray on Oct 28, 2010, 11:43:38
I've been using a Draytek Vigor 2710n for just over 2 months, Dave, I've had no problems with it and it's maintained a solid connection apart from the BT troubles recently, they're not cheap mine cost me just over £100.

Thanks, Ray. Can I ask where you sourced the 2710?

Ray · Oct 28, 2010, 13:09:35

I bought mine from dabs.com mainly because I had a £10 off voucher from them at the time, so got it for £107 with free delivery.

davej99 · Oct 28, 2010, 13:19:48

Thanks Ray.

On a general note I found this list of routers/chipsets helpful.

pctech · Oct 28, 2010, 20:20:23

They all seem to use the same chips.

Rik · Oct 29, 2010, 11:12:53

Economies of scale, I guess.