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Worst router I've ever configured

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: March 04, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I am a consultant. I tried setting this up at a client with Verizon DSL. The WAN (DSL) connection would drop after 30 seconds each time. Resetting everything didn't help, and neither did getting a new DSL Modem nor anything else. Verizon had me do a number of exotic troubleshooting steps that no home user wants to do, nor needs to do as shown by the following.

I left and came back with my own old DI-614+ 802.11b router and it worked like a charm - no need to configure the DSL Modem or anything else - all it needed was to put PPPoE in the router and put in the verizon user name and password in the router as well, and everything worked perfectly. Incidentally, Verizon DSL only supports Linksys routers specifically, but will give you general instructions for any router, in my experience.

Also, avoid the software utility if you can - it's better to configure it via the web interface.

The LAN part works fine, so if that's all you need, it'll be OK.

Bottom Line: Avoid this one and get a D-Link or Netgear instead - if not, a linksys may work, too, though I've had some bad experiences with the quality of the WRT-54G router as well.

Excellent Wireless Router

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 21, 2004
Author: Amazon User

A terrific product, very dependable and easy to set up. Great two year product support. Highly recommended!!!

Stick to software Microsoft

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 2 / 8
Date: April 20, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I unpacked the box and followed the instructions to load the supplied software. That part went easily. Then I cabled the router to the cable modem and to the PC, and switched on. The software wizard failed to find the router and refused to proceed. I tried turning things on and off, rebooted my PC several times, removed my firewall software because the help said that could be the issue. Eventually I removed it from the cable modem and tried to connect it just to my PC. Still no joy.

So I took it back and bought a NetGear Router. WOW NetGear know how to make stuff. It took 5 minutes to get it going and another 5 to setup my security and preferences. No software needed. I then plugged my Vonage VoIP box into the setup and it all worked perfectly.

Microsoft stick to making software leave hardware to the people who know how to do it.

Bad router

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: January 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I've had this router for a while now and have tolerated it for far too long. The firmware is no longer being updated and Microsoft blatantly ignores the large amount of customers who have complained for 2+ years about connectivity problems. Google the model number for yourself to see common complaints.

It boils down to this unit being unstable. Connections will drop frequently. Windows mobile devices in particular have a hard time connecting. And in general the device does not respond nicely when you disconnect/re-connect.

Be sure to read one of the reputable online review sites before you buy (this applies to any computer device)!

Wireless connection and DHCP has problems....

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: March 30, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I get this MN-700 to replace MN-500, what a mistake!

1. DHCP sometimes hand out IPs out of the setting range.
2. Wireless keeps on droping and reconnecting. That makes downloading large files almost impossible.
3. In b/g mix mode, b mode client may not be able to connect.

I know people will argue that interferrence (from 2.4GHz appliances) is the cause of disconnection, but my MN-500 never has the same problem. Microsoft seems slow (or not at all) release the fixes for this model. :(

So-so Wi-fi

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: April 02, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I haven't used other wireless routers but this one was not an ideal solution. The biggest problems are the disconnects and the speed in that order. It wasn't really simple to set up either though not overwhelmingly difficult. I have a D-link 704 which is wired but connects much faster than the mn700 even when both are wired. There is a half-1 second delay on the mn700 to bring up pages. Plus the most annoying factor is that the router drops connection at varying times.

did MS test this product?

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 4
Date: October 22, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Shouldn't have been released to market.

5 stars for: Asthetic design, functional web-based interface, good range, price

If unit worked as it should, it would get 5 stars.

3 star deduction for: working for 5 minutes and then failing, broadcasting SSID but not accepting connections (wired or wirelessly) due to non-responsive DHCP server, technically support that has too many layers (open a case, call back on case to confirm issues, then a call from a technician), transformer at end of plug, inability of tech support to resolve issues. Basically said they were aware of the issues and have a firmware update in testing, e.t.d. 2-3 weeks.

Tried 3 units without success. Wait for updated firmware before buying.

plain awful.

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: June 14, 2004
Author: Amazon User

difficult to install, very inconsistant with connection. again, very difficult to install, and i'm a multi computer user. it is awful, stay away, and get a regular router.

NOT READY FOR PRIME TIME

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: October 07, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Indeed, installing MN 700 is very simple. Except, after it is installed, it does not work. My network and Internet drops after 2-3 minutes. All the free advice on Microsoft webside is worth every penny of the cost. I spent over two hours with a technician who tried to be very helpful. One problem, she was unable to resolve my issues.

Reboot router every day or forget it

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 6
Date: May 19, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Bad Product / Four Reasons :
1) Wizard setup forces you to broadcast SSID / security hazard
2) Router drops wireless connections / must reboot router
3) Tech support asks you to reboot / no long-term fix
4) WPA support only for patched Windows XP

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