Customer Reviews
Netgear Wireless N great product 
2008-05-21
NETGEAR RangeMax Premium Wireless-N Gigabit Router (WNR3500)
Great router with easy to setup features. I was weary since I has a laptop, xbox 360, and ps3, but this router worked great out of the box. It took only 5-10 minutes to setup and all my gaming consoles and my laptop were connected immediately. No Lag even when all three systems were on playing multiplayer. If your a brand loyal netgear person then this is your next step if your going Wireless N.
Another excellent router from Netgear 
2008-05-19
The only reason I haven't given this 5 stars is that I have not used it long enough to test every feature - such as the WPS security.
But for simplified setup, compatibility with multiple network cards, speed, reliability and value for money, it scores above above all other routers. If you're in the market for a good wireless router, this is the one to pick up.
Fast, Reliable, Excellent Router 2008-05-01
The RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router is perfect, I've been using one at home for 6 weeks and it has performed flawlessly. I bought this as an upgrade to my previous Netgear router, which gave good service for two years, but I wanted Wireless-N, so retired the G. Set-up was easy, wireless connects are fast and reliable, and the optional switch-on blue flickering indicator disco lights are great for house parties. Netgear rocks.
Repeated signal drops are annoying 
2008-05-01
I purchased this unit to replace a Linksys WRT54G, which began doing some strange things after a firmware upgrade. I've used Netgears before in the past, and they've worked OK in most cases. I was pleased to move to WPA2, and wanted to eventually try out some Wireless N gear. All of my current NICs run at 54Mb/s.
The setup wasn't a big deal (I use Linux and configured everything via the web interface). However, the problem with this unit became apparent very quickly. All too often, the connection with the Netgear will break, and a new association will have to be made. This takes several seconds, and usually happens under load.
I ended up using the Linksys as a wireless bridge (it never drops off), and using this Netgear as a standalone firewall. Not what I had in mind.
Awesome router 2008-04-28
I purchased this router about 3 weeks ago. Arrived 2 days after I purchased it online. I am able to stream at 300mbps wireless in my 3 level home and even outside. Easy install and looks great too. I was able to pick it up for a little over $100 so this was a bargain! Looks great, runs awesome and free shipping. What else could you ask for. I saw the bad reviews and I only saw them on Amazon and purchased it anyways. So glad I did and I am sure you will too. This is one clean, hard working router!
P.S. Everyone who didn't get a dud actually liked this model. Of course anyone who gets a bad product is going to hate the product. That is why you get a return policy!
Router continually hangs 
2008-07-17
I've had this router about two weeks now. It hangs practically every night and is a nightmare to reconnect. I have a new HP Vista notebook and while working on the web, it will suddenly disconnect and hang. When I unplug and replug the router, the notebook no longer sees it, so I have to reboot the notebook, sometimes multiple times. If that doesn't work, I have to turn off all of the equipment- modem, firewall/DHCP, switch, and "g" router to get the router and notebook back together.
I had to keep my older Netgear "g" router on the network because this one refuses to work with my IBM T42 notebook using "g" technology. It works fine with g on an unsecure network. As soon as I implement the WPA2-Personal security it can't get an IP address from my firewall/DHCP server.
Network and Sharing Center was taking so long my HP Vista notebook would show "not responding" before finally opening it. I have never seen that using my older Netgear "g" router.
I am returning it tomorrow.
Best Netgear Home Router Ever 2008-06-26
A couple of weeks ago I wrote a review about the infamous WNR854T, which a called a beautiful paperweight. Fast-forward to today, I am glad to say that Netgear finally got it right this time. The WNR3500 replaces the WNR854T, in Netgear' lineup of high end home networking. This router has the features the previous one was lacking and it easier to tweak.
There is no need to throw away your old router, since one of the new feature included WDS or REPEATER MODE. In this mode the router acts as a repeater, so it rebroadcast the signal amplifying it therefore eliminating dead areas and weak signals. Another new great feature is the wireless security configuration, so no need to remember your password when adding a new device to the network.
I am giving if a full five stars"*****" because of its performance and looks.
Hopefully with this new model the reliability issues that dogged the 854T are gone, but only time will tell. If not Netgear and you guys will definitely hear from me.
DNS Problems 
2008-06-23
This router worked fantastic with my comcast cable internet for about a week, then my internet connection was going down every 5 minutes. After a call to support (who are pretty much essentially not helpful), and a call to comcast, I ended up isolating the issue. I had to manually enter the DNS Servers for comcast, because the router was not connecting to the proper DNS server. If you are comfortable troubleshooting an issue like this, by all means, get this router. It has a good signal, and I have been able to wirelessly game online with my PS3 while downloading and running stressful sites on a separate box over the wireless. The hardwire gigabit switch is also very useful.
Hard to install 2008-06-13
Works great, but don't be surprised if you have to call tech support to get it working. I found the install directions not very helpful.
They are available 24/7 and will help you.
Fantastic 2008-06-04
I consider myself an expert computer user, having built 15 PCs and having performed countless upgrades to others. I recently moved into a large apartment, with dense walls that prevented connection to my "G" router in some rooms. I bought this "N" router figuring that I wouldn't get much improved "G" signnal strength, and that I would end up buying "N" adapters for my devices. I was more than pleasantly surprised then to discover that signal strength was DRAMATICALLY improved while still using my "G" adapters. I can't speak to ease of setup as I didn't use the installation wizard, opting instead to adjust all the settings the old-fashoined way. But it works beautifully. It has all sorts of prioritization settings for video, voice chat, and online gaming. It has all the current security standards and allows for some advanced tweaking for that. Also, as others have noted, Netgear mercifully provided a switch to shut off their silly top-edge light show (it looks cool, but could be a distraction depending on where you put this thing).
Update: I've now been using this thing for a month and have had no problems. None of the dropped signals, etc. that some other reviewers claim. I'm using this wirelessly with two desktop PCs, a laptop PC, a Tivo HD, a Tivo gen 2, and an xbox 360. No problems.
