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2Wire 2700HG-B DSL Modem Router Wireless Access Point

Manufacturer : 2Wire
In Stock : 4

List Price:	$129.99
Price:	$99.00
You Save:	$30.99 (24%)

Features

Advanced Integrated ADSL Modem
Super Fast Router
Professional Grade Firewall
Flexible, Expandable, Upgradeable
Superior Wireless Technology Hyper-G 802.11g

Product Description

With more than eight million 2Wire gateways currently installed in subscribers homes, the HomePortal® residential gateway and OfficePortalTM broadband router have set the standard for excellence in ADSL home networking. Our one-box solution features a high performance ADSL modem, super-fast router, professional-grade firewall, integrated voice over IP, and flexible home networking options.* Advanced Integrated ADSL Modem Our technology improves DSL performance, especially for homes further away from the local exchange. Super Fast Router Gives you the fastest data transfer speeds available between your home network and the Internet. The high-performance router distributes data seamlessly to all of the computers on your home network, without compromising performance or speed, as with other router products. Professional Grade Firewall Actively detects and defends against common Internet threats (such as Distributed Denial of Service attacks) using Stateful Packet Inspection. Simple configuration for common in-home applications such as online gaming. HomePortal and OfficePortal gateways are completely software upgradeable, so future firewall updates can be made with a simple click of a mouse. Flexible, Expandable, Upgradeable HomePortal and OfficePortal gateways include a variety of networking technologies in one box: Ethernet, home phoneline (HomePNA), USB and HyperG wireless. Use any or all to create the perfect network of computers and peripherals. And every 2Wire gateway is software upgradeable so you can take advantage of feature updates and optional enhanced services today and tomorrow. Superior Wireless Technology Eliminate cold-spots with our Wi-Fi certified HyperG high-powered wireless technology. Foolproof Installation GreenlightTM CD-less DSL installation is the revolutionary answer to eliminating costs and calls.

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.50 out of 11 reviews

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Great little combo here - G. Gonzalez, Jun 13, 2008

What a great machine. Perfect price point and functionality. If I ever lived in a DSL only area again, I would buy this.

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Mac Users Rejoice! It works perfectly. - George G. Bailey, May 05, 2008

If you have a iBook, iMac, or any other Apple computer with a Airport card, you can set up this Modem with ease, wirelessly, but don't drive yourself crazy and go it alone, call your internet provider and have them walk you through it. After 3 hours of messing with the disks and trying to install the unit using the CD's and paperwork that came with the unit, I was surfing the net after a quick 15 min call to my internet provider. You first have to plug the unit into the power supply, when the power light stops flashing, then connect the phone cord to the modem. You can then set up the unit by entering the 192.###.1.###.# number into your browser, all dictated to you via your service provider's customer support. There's a built in firewall, but once you entered the password (serial number on the back of the unit) your computer is good to go. People complain that DSL is slow but I have not run into that problem, "I'm running DSL lite (Bellsouth-AT&T) and I download 4 mb MP3's in about 15-25 seconds. Pages load up quickly, including content heavy Myspace pages."
This beats the $120 modem my provider wanted to sell me, or $75 for a modem without the wireless capabilities. And the modem is yours to keep!! Your modem can be placed anywhere as long as there is a phone jack and power cord available, and this unit does not have to ever be connected to a computer.

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wireless is 54 mbits/s not 108 mbits/s - Mark G. Jensen, Apr 06, 2008

this is what it advertises itself to be, an 802.11g modem/router/wireless. that's a wireless speed of 54 mega bit per second. that's really only 24 mega bits per second tops and the further away you get from the access point/modem/router the slower the speed. further away also means if the signal is going through the walls or floor of your house.2WIRE 2700HG ADSL DSL MODEM WIRELESS G ROUTER FIREWALL

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A solid all-in-one DSL box - Gadget Man, Mar 29, 2008

This product was appealing at three levels
* It had a very competent set of features
* It combined DSL modem, router, wireless access point and switch
* At re-furb pricing, it was a real value

Reading reviews, on-line manuals, and checking with friends confirmed that 2wire and this particular model were pretty solid. DSL setup was a snap since it 'self discovers' the majority of settings (AT&T is my isp). The router configuration and features are pretty average - neither good nor lousy. The integrated reports and diagnostics are superior - close to business routers. The wireless signal that it puts out is quite strong, even without external/adjustable antenna. It delivers 'G' level performance in areas of my home that have always had signal issues.

The all-in-one design was key to reducing techno clutter in my home office. Even now I have 10 separate plugs and power supplies at my desk - enough already. This unit replaced a 'vintage' stand alone DSL modem and an integrated wireless router/switch.

After working in high tech for years, I've gotten over a lot of lust for being on the cutting (bleeding) edge. Buying refurb/used provides access to some excellent equipment at pennies on the dollar. And if you make a bad choice, you're only out pennies, not dollars.

Two weeks after setup, no complaints. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this item to someone looking to either upgrade or consolidate equipment.

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Can't ask for anyting better - Enrique Garza, Mar 21, 2008

a wireless unit that is also a router...it's great. The price on these things were almost $200, but It seems the prices have dropped. In any case, this modem is reliable and fast. I ran an ethernet cable 100ft to my other bedroom and the signal was just perfect. Now I have two computers with internet. I suggest getting a belkin ethernet cable.

Overall, a great unit that combines modem and router together. The less hardware on your desk, the better. You will like this unit.

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