D-Link DIR-628 RangeBooster N Dual Band Router with 4-Port 10/100 Switch, 2 Antennas and Dual Band Draft 802.11n | 
| Brand: D-Link
List Price: $119.99
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 1661
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 1.2 x 4.6
nv:Device Type: Wireless Router
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11b
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11a
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11n
Wireless Data Transfer Rates: 300 Mbps
Security Protocols: WPA
Security Protocols: WPA2
Routing / Firewall Protoccols: Network Address Translation (NAT)
Firewall Features: MAC Address Filtering
Firewall Features: Domain Blocking
Firewall Features: Scheduling
MPN: DIR-628
Model: DIR-628
UPC: 790069314568
EAN: 0790069314568
ASIN: B001B99I34
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| Features:
| • | Dual Band N is the latest addition to the RangeBooster N product family. The dual band technology in the DIR-628 supports selectable 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless signals. | | • | The RangeBooster N Router supports the latest wireless security features to help prevent unauthorized access, be it from over a wireless network or from the Internet. | | • | Delivering unmatched wireless performance, network security, and coverage, the RangeBooster N Dual Band Router (DIR-628) is ideal for networking in larger homes and offices. |
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Product Description
The D-Link RangeBooster N Dual Band Router (DIR-628) is designed for users looking to create a high-performance wireless network. Connect the RangeBooster N Dual Band 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, printers, and more, from greater distances throughout your entire home or office. We've also included a QoS engine that prioritizes time-sensitive online traffic to enable smooth Internet phone calls (VoIP) and responsive gaming. Dual Band N is the latest addition to the RangeBooster N product family. The dual band technology in the DIR-628 supports selectable 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless signals. This allows you to check e-mail and browse the Internet using the 2.4GHz band or stream HD movies and other media on the 5GHz band. The RangeBooster N Router supports the latest wireless security features to help prevent unauthorized access, be it from over a wireless network or from the Internet. Support for WPA and WPA2 standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption, regardless of your client devices. In addition, this RangeBooster N router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to help prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. Backward compatible with 802.11g devices including game consoles and digital media players
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 Not true dual-band support July 7, 2008
H. Paul Moon (Washington, DC)
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
Unfortunately, even though this is among the very few Wireless-N routers that can do dual-band, it is falsely advertised. You have to select between 2.4 and 5 GHz outright, and cannot use both simultaneously. As a result, to take advantage of 5 GHz, every single connected device must not only have Wireless-N capability, but also Wireless-N dual-band capability, and set to function at 5 GHz. Even just one 2.4 GHz device, whether 802.11b, g or n, spoils the whole dual-band feature and you're back to having a plain vanilla Wireless-N router. Don't be fooled by this cheap marketing gimmick. D-Link plainly and simply cut corners to keep the cost down, mooting the dual-band feature for almost every single customer.
 Great Dual band Router not Dual Radio August 17, 2008
Gluhman (MPLS, MN USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Wonderful product had it up and running in about 20 minutes does both 2.4ghz and 5.8ghz N wireless. The amazon technical details say clearly that the router supports "selectable" 2.4 and 5.8 wireless signals, the box and the D-link web site say the same thing. There is no implication of having both 2.4 and 5.8 running at the same time, were that the case it would be a dual radio router and somewhere around 250$. You run one or the other. Having 5.8 in a 80$ product is remarkable. If you have an 802.11A client you can use that with this router. There are not many 5.8 802.11N clients on the market right now, they will get here someday.
The DIR-628 is up running and doing a great job in my house. I am using it in 2.4 mode with a N client but it is nice to know I can grab a 5.8 card when they are ready and not change out my router.
Fast and lots of features August 27, 2008
K. Lin (Walnut, CA, USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I am in the business of IT and telecom.
I have used some other high end WiFi AP and routers in my days.
This DLink 628, even though just a consumer unit, has blurred the line between professional and consumer use wifi routers.
The setup is a breeze. I was up and running (using Mac), without the set up CD, in less than 3 min.
First on speed, it is fast. Side by side testing with the Dlink DIR655, they are both the same speed with all of the config being the same.
The QoS feature is wonderful, you can prioritize by IP to many tiers. So now when my kids are playing games with voice and video, my html browsing can have priority over them. (Since in routing, the voice and video gets priority in getting transferred.)
All in all, this is a wonderful unit for the price (only $75 now on Amazon).
I would buy this one over the DIR 655 since I really don't see any speed improvement on the 655 but almost twice the price.
I give it 5 stars and highly recommend it as a good buy.
 Not bad, but not an amazing leap in technology either. August 27, 2008
A. Polk (Grants Pass, Oregon USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
My experience with the DIR-628 is mixed. It's a feature-filled router that may be wonderful, if you have all the parts to make it so.
Background: I am an intermediate to advanced computer user with two desktops and two laptops on a wireless home network. I replaced a 4 year old Buffalo brand wireless router with the D-Link and had high hopes of increased Internet speeds, increased range and increased security for all of the computers on my network.
I read the directions and manual prior to attempting setup, which definitely helps anyone setup a home network. Dual band (selective) is clearly explained in the manual which comes on the CD included with the router.
First, the promises. Up to 12x's faster speeds and 4x's farther range. I did note a nice speed jump on all the computers. I already have a high speed connection (250-300Mbps) so it didn't make a huge difference, but about 20-30% faster. Range is a tough one. I note the signal is stronger than the older router, but I didn't roam across the street with a laptop to check it. RE: MIMO technology - I didn't notice any dead spots in my one level house, however I didn't notice them before either.
On the box it says "You may need DWA-160 (usb adaptor)" to get more out of your network. Also under Recommended System Requirements on the side of the box it says "For Optimal Wireless Performance: Use with Dual Band N USB Adapter (DWA-160. REMEMBER: your wireless network is only as strong as your weakest link. If you have all of your computers running 802.11g... and one running 802.11n (draft), you'll only get the slower speed. Right now these adapters are about $80 each. Unless you need faster and can afford it, the `n' wireless setup might not be for you.
Second, `easy to install'. Yes and no. The CD with the setup on it (run it on your main computer before you do anything else) has clear directions and pictures which help.
The included Network Magic software is friendly, but it's trialware and will require you to purchase it after a 30 day trial. Not good in my opinion since you basically have all you need for seeing and maintaining a network through Vista or XP. It is visually appealing though, which made me install it...and then uninstall it when I figured out what it was and that I really didn't need it.
The setup worked and I was up, but then I was down. I had to reset the router and/or cable modem multiple times.
The router seemed unstable. I wonder if it was the "advanced WPA/WPA2" encryption or the two firewalls? Security is a frustrating...er, wonderful thing.
Third, the dual band feature. It's there and you can set it to either the 2.4GHz band for email and internet or you can select the 5GHz band for streaming HD video (not terribly useful yet for me...) and enhanced VoIP (Internet voice phone calling). It would also be good if you wanted to add a home surveillance setup which uses Internet cameras. I think it's on the cusp of something great, but misses the mark.
Finally, I had high hopes for something new and better, but frankly I don't think it's worth more than an average wireless router pricetag. If it came with an `n' usb dual band adaptor I'd think that would help, as would automatic dual band as part of the deal.
It is backward compatible and there is a slight speed bump from the `g' wireless (or at least it seemed so momentarily until the router went offline...), but in the end I took it off the network and I setup a Linksys router with the same security features, with much less hassle.
If you have dual band 'n' wireless throughout your home or office, this router might be worth a try if the price is right, but for me with my eclectic mix of new and old, I would not recommend buying this router until you have all the other new wireless dual band, rangebooster technology to go with it.
DLink Rangebooster vs Netgear RangeMax Speed Performance Test August 28, 2008
Bob Feeser (Springfield, PA USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This review is intended to share with you the results I obtained in a side by side comparison of the DLink RangeBooster on this page, and the RangeMax WNDR3300 Dual Band Wireless-N Router by Netgear. What I did was leave the Netgear hooked up to my network, then disconnected my network, and simply installed the DLink right from the modem, and then directly to the same PC I used in both tests.
These are internet download and upload speeds using Verizon DSL 1.5 service, and their "Verizon Infospeed" test. (Google it and try yours) I ran the test twice for each hookup, immediately following one another. I hooked up the DLink ran the test 3 times, then hooked up the Netgear, ran it 3 times, then did the same on the DLink again, and the Netgear again, for a total of 6 tests on each unit. So I hooked up the network configuration twice for each router, for a total of 4 times. I got very consistent results. Here are the results:
DLink download speeds 1508, 1496, 1494
DLink upload speeds 314, 314, and 314
Netgear download speeds 1431, 1439, 1443
Netgear upload speeds 362, 368, and 367
Second test
DLink download speeds 1497, 1499, 1499
DLink upload speeds 314, 314, and 314
Netgear download speeds 1469, 1460, 1468
Netgear upload speeds 374, 374, and 374
I purposely posted the results so you could interpret them yourself. To save you the trouble of doing the math;
I averaged all of the results for each router. The DLink was 3% faster on download than the Netgear, and the Netgear was 15% faster on the upload. By looking at the numbers, you realize that 1499 download average on the DLink compared to Netgears 1450 is a difference, but not enough to notice. On the other hand the 369 average on uploads on the Netgear, compared to the average 314 on the DLink is somewhat noticeable if you are uploading larger files.
Of course there are other factors to consider when buying a router. The Netgear is slightly more expensive but produces both G and N simultaneously, whereas the DLink does not; it is either G or N, but not both at the same time. I remember reading another review on the Netgear where a range test was performed within the G range, and found it to be slightly weaker than some of the competition, but the N is just as strong.
There are many more factors to consider other than just internet performance, but I hope this was helpful. Myself, I am using the Netgear for my internet router, but have most everything on the network wired to a Gigabit switch to maximize internal network traffic. Eight port gigabit switches are inexpensive, and all you do is hook up one of your routers ports up to it. D-Link DGS-2208 8-Port 10/100/1000 Desktop Switch
Finally at the risk of sounding silly, I like the looks and the big blue light on the side of the upright Netgear router. It illuminates all of the devices like switches, router, modem, surge protector etc in that section. When I walk by at night, with all the little lights burbling and the blue light just adds a totally cool effect to the room. Enough of that.
On the other hand, those who are planning on using just a router, and want to hook all of their devices up to the 4 ports, you may want to consider a gigabit wireless router such as D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router which is currently cheaper than buying a separate router and switch, but with only 4 ports available. Considering the currently running instant rebate on the DLink extreme, bringing it down to the approximate same price range, that would be the best way to go.
Depending on whether you are going to be getting just a router, or if you are adding onto an existing system, and just need a switch, or the biggie of going wireless, I hope the above information is helpful.
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