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Description
D-Link debuted its first high-powered Xtreme N DIR-855 Dual Band Gigabit Router for the Digital Home - engineered to maximize speed, range and performance of a wireless network when running multiple devices including high definition (HD) media players, game consoles and computers. The next-generation Xtreme N DIR-855 Dual Band Gigabit Router enables home users state-of-the-art performance and protection to browse the Internet, send emails and share files while simultaneously streaming high definition movies, music and online games to ensure all applications run smoothly over the wireless network.
Quick Glance
Network Type: IEEE 802.11b/g
Device Type: Wireless Router
Slot/Port Type: USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0
Summary
Product Title: D-Link Xtreme N DIR-855 Dual Band Gigabit Router
Manufacturer: D-Link
Lowest Price: $164.99
Power Score: 3.6 | 6 Reviews
Wireless Device
Device Type: Wireless Router
Slot/Port Type: USB - Universal Serial Bus 2.0
Networking Standards
Network Architecture Supported: IEEE 802.11b/g
Frequency Band: 2.40 GHz
Wireless Security Features: Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2) WEP encryption length: 64/128-bit
Ports
Number of Network Ports: 4
General
Features: Integrated Firewall, IPSec, NAT, VPN Passthrough
Dimensions
Height: 1.20 in
Width: 4.60 in
Depth: 7.60 in
Dimensions: 1.20" Height x 4.60" Width x 7.60" Depth
Weight: 11.20 oz
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Connectivity Media: 10/100/1000Base-TX Category 5 Twisted Pair
Transmission Speed Details: 1 Mbps IEEE 802.11b
Wireless Transmission Speed: 54 Mbps
ISM Band: Yes
ISM Maximum Frequency: 2.40 GHz
Number of Antennas: 3
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 4
Number of Network (RJ-11) Ports: 4
Network (RJ-11): Yes
Management Port: Yes
Number of Broadband (RJ-45) Ports: 4
The D-Link DIR-855 is an Xtreme N Duo Media Router that supports dualband (2.4GHz & 5GHz) wireless signals at the same time. This allows users to surf the Web on one band (2.4GHz), while simultaneously streaming HD content on the other band (5GHz). Included with this device is SharePort technology, which allows USB connections directly to a printer or storage device without a PC interface in the...
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Performance is Below Average according to 11 Wireless Router experts. -- "Great throughput performance."-reviews.cnet.com -- "swift, steady draft-n performance"-pcadvisor.co.uk -- "troubled DIR-855 dual-band draft 802.11n router"-smallnetbuilder.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Security, Support, Setup, Connectivity, etc.
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Bestcovery experts have rated the D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N Duo Wireless Media Router as the #1 Best Wireless Router for Download Speed. This product has also been ranked as the Best Wireless Router for Range and Best Gaming Wireless Router. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see...
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Testseek.com has collected 28 expert reviews for D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N Duo Dualband Draft 802.11n Media Router and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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Summary: Dual-band dual radio Wi-Fi Certified 802.11n Draft 2.0 router based on Atheros XSPAN silicon <p> <p>Pros <p>• Two radios for simultaneous dual-band operation <p>• Gigabit WAN and LAN with > 300 Mbps routing speed <p>• High simultaneous sessions <p>• Automatic QoS for Internet uplink and WLAN <p> <p>Cons <p>• Expensive <p>• Lacks of matching adapter holds back performance
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Wireless Range
Strengths: easy setup, tons of features, nice reports, etc.
Weakness: The signal strength (range) is very poor.
I was excited to hook up this router and utilize the dual band capabilities. Installation was very easy and predictable but the wireless range is poor. Coverage is terrible and not an improvement over my previous dlink wireless G router. I would simply install a 'booster' antennae but I'm unsure which to get as this router has 3 antennaes 2.4/5.0 ghz. Manufacturer support doesn't have any answers...
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