D Link DIR 655 Extreme N Wireless Router
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Manufacturer: D-Link
Model: DIR-655
Binding: Electronics
Publisher: D-Link
Label: D-Link
Special Features: nv:Device Type^Wireless Router|Form Factor^Desktop|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11g|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11b|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11n|Wireless Data Transfer Rates^300 Mbps|Security Protocols^WPA|Security Protocols^128-bit WEP|Security Protocols^64-bit WEP|Security Protocols^WPA2|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T|Routing / Firewall Protoccols^DHCP
Features for D Link DIR 655 Extreme N Wireless Router:
- Delivers up to 14x faster speeds* and 6x farther range* than 802.11g means Greater Coverage for Your Entire Home or Office
- Ideal for streaming HD video or streaming multiple applications simultaneously
- Intelligent QoS technology prioritizes both wired and wireless Internet traffic to enable enhanced gaming and phone calling (VoIP) experience
- Gigabit Ports for Incredible Wired Network Speeds
- Dual active firewall protection (SPI & NAT) helps block malicious attacks on networks from the Internet.
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Customer Reviews
not good 
2008-10-06
I had this for one week and had to return it immediately. The wireless connection was inconsistent and unreliable and one of my computers couldn't connect to it at all. But worse, the ethernet router was frequently dropping out and needing to be reset. When you're playing poker online that's not what you want out of a router. I'd say skip this and wait for them to make a better router. Ironically I also bought the d-link 5 port gigabit switch and that works flawlessly. Stay away from this one.
Satisfied customer 
2008-10-06
This was my first time setting up a wireless network and the D-link Dir 655 Estreme N Wireless Router was easy to setup. It is working fine and the signal strength is very strong in my house. I am using three (3) computers with this network.
It is not cheap, but I would recommend it for the overall proformance to value ratio.
Powerful enough to cover a room. 2008-10-05
Pros:
1. According a website that monitors network equipment evaluations, 14 of 16 lab reports gave it their highest rating for wireless routers. For this reason, it is the "top dog."
2. The California based tech department was very knowledgeable. The Filipino woman really "knew her stuff."
3. The $100 price is very reasonable.
Cons:
1. The wireless waves failed to penetrate through two wall and a floor. After working for two minutes, the strength dropped to 25% and below. As a result, it was useless.
SharePort 2008-10-03
I have just downloaded SharePort and firmware upgrade 1.21 for my DIR 655 and now have a networked Brother HL-2040 Laser printer. Working perfect.
D-Link Rocks
False advertisment!!! the signal is weak!!! 
2008-10-03
This unit does not do what it says. It does not give you stronger signal than any other unit!!! The configuration process is very easy and user friendly. The signal is weak. For once I would have liked amazon to make an error in my order, they never do!!, this product does not work!!
D-Link Router 
2008-10-03
Create a wireless network to share high-speed Internet access with computers, game consoles, or media players from greater distances in your home or office. Using D-Link Xteme-N wireless products makes it really easy!
The D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N Gigabit Router is a draft 802.11n compliant device that delivers up to 14x faster speeds and 6x farther range than 802.11g while staying backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices. Connect the Xtreme N Gigabit Router to a cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, videos, printers, and network storage.
With some routers, all wired and wireless traffic, including VoIP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like video streaming could pause or delay. With D-Link's Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless traffic is analyzed and separated into multiple data streams. These streams are then categorized by sensitivity to delay, so applications like VoIP, Video Streaming, and Online Gaming are given priority over Web browsing. This enables multiple applications to stream smoothly to your TV or PC. Delivering best-in-class performance, network security, and coverage, this router is the ideal centerpiece for your wireless network in the home or office. Backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices including game consoles and digital media players
Didn't work for me, but might for you 2008-10-02
I don't think this is a problem that everyone needs to worry about, but one of my PC's on my network is my company laptop, and I use it to log on to the corporate VPN and access applications on my company's network. When connected to this Router either through one of the ethernet connections or wirelessly, I could not connect to the VPN. I tried calling the Dlink support line, but the things they told me to try did not help with the problem. Accessing the internet was not a problem, so it would have been fine if I did not need a more complete solution. After 2 weeks of trying different things, some suggested by my company's network folks, I decided to take advantage of Amazon's return policy. I think there was something about this router that was just not compatible with what I needed it to do. I reconfigured my old wired Linksys Router, which allowed the VPN connection, no problems, and did some research on the internet, decided to add a Wireless Access Point (linksys) to my existing wired router, again ordered from Amazon, should I need to return it. But no need. It works great, took about 10 minutes to setup, and no problems getting to the VPN, and we finally have the option to connect wirelessly, which also works great. So, if at first you don't succeed, try, try, again........
Wish I had FiOS already 2008-10-01
This router is amazing. Only downside is my internet connection. If you have the cash... buy it.
5 stars says it all 2008-09-30
I thought it only fair to review the DIR-655 after giving the DIR-625 such a bad review. I am not a network engineer or a computer engineer. However, I am probably more technical than the average homeowner. My biggest concerns are for range and reliability. This prodcut is top notch for both. I have not run any bandwidth/throughput tests, but surfing the internet seems fine. I highly recommend this product.
D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router 2008-09-28
1. Good range
2. Fast speed
3. Easy setup
4. Price average
