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Securely share high-speed Internet access and files with computers, game consoles or media players from greater distances in your home or office. The D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655) lets you quickly create a secure wireless network using the latest Draft 802.11n wireless technologies offering greater range and data speeds than the older 802.11b/g standards, (when used with compatible Draft 802.11n wireless adapters) while still being fully backwards compatible with them—perfect for mixed-mode environments.
The router's MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology also makes it a natural choice for multimedia fanatics, minimizing errors and optimizing data speed through the use of multiple antennas for both sending and receiving.
Need to give voice, gaming, or media streaming priority over other data? The DIR-655 has integrated Intelligent QoS (quality of service) technology to do just that. The router analyzes wired and wireless traffic and separates it into multiple data streams. These streams are prioritized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP (voice over Internet protocol), video and music streaming and online gaming are given priority over Web browsing.
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
Pros: Really impressive feature set, gigabit LAN offers a noticeable improvement over my old 10/100 wrt54g, dynamic QoS works as advertised, lots of forwarding and rules slots, excellent wireless signal and throughput
Cons: Wish it had an option to disable admin access from wireless clients, intense light levels from the LED's, but it's in an office so it doesn't really matter. rebooting after doing some routine setup is kind of a pain.
Other Thoughts: I needed a new router with wireless capability with the ability to handle a MySQL database server, a game server and still fulfill my home LAN requirements. This is like the non "|337" big brother to the dgl-4300, so instead of a lot of silly gamer specific lingo you get normal networking topics in the configuration menu -- no biggie, but made me feel better.
I've run this thing through a lot of line quality tests from dslreports and while throughput is no different, I have noticed a significant drop in latency in my first hop, and the thing handles multitudes of simultaneously connections with ease.
a great product.
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A1 or A2
Reviewed By: Tech_Cat on 2/13/2007
Tech Level: average - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: The speed is great... even older pc's that have 10/100 seem to pull stuff faster. I also got some netgear gigabit switches to go with this and was surprise how cheap everything is now.
The default settings work great right out of the box for normal stuff like PS3 and PSP gaming... Only thing I had to change was a vpn setting on my PC that I had tweaked for my old router.
Firewall seems to be pretty good the setting on my vpn I had to change was to not encapsulate udp in tcp. This router detected the packets and was actively blocking them pretty smart :)
This router fixed a problem I was having with my averatec laptop and my WRT54G where it would only get 2.5mbps while connected to the internet wirelessly even though it would get 5mbps wired... yes I still only have a 5mbps internet connection but at least now I'm using everybit of it.
Cons: The first one I got was an A1 hardware version and it had a bad radio which died after being on for about 2 minutes. The next one I got was an A2 and works great. The A2 version has a WIFI Certified logo on the back of the box but the A1 does not (maybe just a time to market thing sense they both have the same firmware). The radio in this router really doesn't like interference and will be overpowered by competing signals so try playing with the channels until you find one thats good for your location... don't use the auto assign cause it will just stick it on channel 1 or 2 most of the time. There is a button on the side of the router however the firmware does not use it yet. The leds are a little more confusing than the old netgear routers but much better than the linksys.
Other Thoughts: The A1 hardware has green leds while the A2 hardware has blue leds but otherwise they look and act identical. I saw both hardware versions together on a shelf at a local store.
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Cons: • Wireless shuts down during large file transfer. This is apparently a HUGE problem with D-Link routers and their firmware. While transferring files over wireless network, the entire wireless network is disabled (the last time, I had transferred 60 GB when it happened). The wired LAN remains intact, but you must restart the router to get wireless back. This is the reason I had to get rid of it.
• Unable to accept third-party firmware
• No inbound QoS
Other Thoughts: I had no choice but to replace it. The cons far outweighed the pros. This router is not for heavy use.
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Update: 6 months later
Reviewed By: Makrel on 3/17/2010
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: Got it from Newegg
can be strong-armed into working as expected.
*See other thoughts
Cons: Unreliable No Support for firmware issues Cannot 'officially' roll back from bad firmware SECURE SPOT SECURE SPOT SECURE SPOT (Did I mention secure spot?)
Other Thoughts: This can turn into a purchase that will either push you away from D-Link forever or just make you glad your D-Link stuff is of the older variety.
First off, avoid the likely-hood of frustration by NOT updating the firmware if you are on 1.2x or earlier. There is an interface provided, which makes it seem like a good idea, but no. It's not. Since I upgraded I've had connection drops, constant reboots and bugs galore in the Firmware. (D-link seems indifferent to fixing these, just check out their forum) Also 1.33 has the nice 'feature' of Hijacking your DNS and sending you to Securespot/besecure regardless of it being enabled. To fix (temporarily) you have to enable, save, disable and then your DNS will work normally.
So, why 3 stars? Well I rolled back the firmware myself. from 1.33 to 1.21 and I've not been happier. Stability, range and no hijacking. (It's finally as reliable as my old WRT54g had been...) Google "Downgrade D-Link DIR-655 1.3x Firmware" and you'll be good to go.
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Unhappy/Happy
Reviewed By: KoJoT on 3/17/2010
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: Works great for first 30 days. Fast, and easy to set up. Wireless range pretty high. Securespot <- Secure enough that you cannot search any website. AT ALL. O_o lol
Cons: Securespot, if you plan on using it GOOD for you, otherwise DO NOT REGISTER FOR SECURESPOT if you are not planning on using it! If you do, you may be one of the unlucky ones as me ;]
Other Thoughts: After 30 days on Windows Vista or 7 a bug with "SecureSpot" is forcing the page to refresh, and will not open up any website. Even though it is disabled in router's config. SOLUTION: Re-Enabling and Disabling SecureSpot (in my case from XP OS) in router settings seems to fix the Securespot's "Access Denied/Panel" on Vista and 7. Hope that helps.
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Model
Brand
D-Link
Model
DIR-655
Spec
Standards
IEEE 802.3/3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE802.11n Draft 2
Device Management
Internet Explorer v6 or Later; Mozilla Firefox v1.5 or Later; or other Java-enabled Browsers
Security
WPA & WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access)
WPA/WPA2
WPA2
Ports
1 x 10/100/1000M WAN 4 x 10/100/1000M LAN USB Port (for Windows Connect Now)
LEDs
Power Status WAN WLAN (Wireless Connection) LAN (10/100/1000) USB
Recommended System Requirements: For Optimal Wireless Performance: Use with Xtreme N Adapters (DWA-552, DWA-556, DWA-643, or DWA-652)
Minimum System Requirements: Windows XP SP2 or Mac OS X (v10.4) Internet Explorer v6 or Mozilla Firefox v1.5 CD-ROM Drive Network Interface Card
For Internet Access: Cable or DSL Modem Subscription with an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Dimensions
7.6" x 4.6" x 1.2"
Weight
0.7 lbs.
Windows Vista
Works with Windows Vista
Features
Features
Draft 802.11n Speeds Up to 14x Faster than Wireless G Greater Coverage for Your Entire Home or Office Intelligent QoS Technology for Superior VoIP and Online Gaming Connect Computers, Game Consoles, or Media Players to the Web
Packaging
Package Contents
DIR-655 Driver Disk Power Adapter Vertical Stand RJ45 Cable
Manufacturer Warranty
Parts
1 year limited
Labor
1 year limited
Introduction
Securely share high-speed Internet access and files with computers, game consoles or media players from greater distances in your home or office. The D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655) lets you quickly create a secure wireless network using the latest Draft 802.11n wireless technologies offering greater range and data speeds than the older 802.11b/g standards, (when used with compatible Draft 802.11n wireless adapters) while still being fully backwards compatible with them—perfect for mixed-mode environments.
The router's MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology also makes it a natural choice for multimedia fanatics, minimizing errors and optimizing data speed through the use of multiple antennas for both sending and receiving.
Need to give voice, gaming, or media streaming priority over other data? The DIR-655 has integrated Intelligent QoS (quality of service) technology to do just that. The router analyzes wired and wireless traffic and separates it into multiple data streams. These streams are prioritized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP (voice over Internet protocol), video and music streaming and online gaming are given priority over Web browsing.
Highlights
802.11n Support Compliant with draft 802.11n, the D-Link DIR-655 delivers up to 14X faster speed and 6X farther range than 802.11g-compliant devices. The router is backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices as well.
Intelligent QoS Technology With D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless traffic is analyzed and separated into multiple data streams, which are then categorized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP, Video Streaming and Online Gaming are given priority over Web browsing. Therefore multiple applications are streamed smoothly to your TV or PC.
Gigabit Network Connection The D-Link DIR-655 features 4 Gigabit LAN ports to provide up to 10X faster speed than most 100M network connections and excellent usability for office networks.
Advanced Network Security The D-Link DIR-655 supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 standards for use of the best possible encryption regardless of your client devices and features built-in firewall to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet.
Works with Windows Vista The D-Link DIR-655 has passed rigorous testing to ensure ease of use, excellent performance and enhanced security, delivering a superior experience.
Reviewed By: nikolokolus on 3/12/2007
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
