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Debating between the Apple Airport base station and one from LinkSys (WRT54GX) http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satel...VisitorWrapper Any comments?

If you want moddability/awesome features, get a Linksys WRT54GL, and install DD-WRT on it.

What is DD-WRT? Basically I have Cable internet and a 2 bedroom apartment with 3 computers... just need a decent wireless router. The Apple one is fine, but I'd like a cheaper solu…

From what I hear, the Airport doesn't have too great range. The Linksys would definitely be better in this regard. DD-WRT is basically 3rd-party firmware for the WRT54G series of …

Trygve, you really don't need the extra features DD-WRT offers, but you will notice more consistent, and typically better coverage with the Linksys router. Further, the WRT54GL al…

No one really "needs" them, but they're nice to have, and add value to the product.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tomchu No one really "needs" them, but they're nice to have, and add value to the product. Let's say that one should not mess with functionality t…

Note that the latest WRT54G models have smaller RAM and NVRAM and may not run mods such as OpenWRT or DD-WRT. You might have more luck with the "SpeedBoost" models which have bigg…

One of the latest WRT54s even uses a completely different processor so NONE of the third party firmwares works on it. Be cautious when using such packages and KNOW YOUR HARDWARE. …

If you're using a supported model, along with a tested-and-compatible firmware image, then as long as you follow the easy instructions to the dot, you will not brick the router. T…

I must have been misinformed on the CPU versus RAM/FLASHRAM issue. Thanks for the correction.

No problem. It's easy to get the wrong information, since all of the hackers return their V5s as soon as they learn that they're V5s. :-P

With the DD-WRT can you enter unlimited port forwards? Can you also enter ranges? I'm using Sveasoft only for that reason so I would like to try out DD-WRT some day.

well as this initial poster doesn't want/need any of that extra functionality and simply wants a good router, I'd suggest the Linksys as well. I personally have the WRT54G and it'…

The place where I am setting it up is a 900 sqft apartment with brick walls (no wood construction in Europe). I know if the Apple Base Station does not provide full coverage, I can…

Are the apartment's interior walls brick? That would be a difficulty for any wireless system-not a fatal one, but a difficulty nonetheless. However, an AirPort Base Station comes…

Yes, the interior walls are brick as opposed to the 2x4 and drywall construction in the US. The router should be able to cover the two main rooms of teh apartment which are next to…

I am not saying use Sveasoft or anything, but I have used it on 8 Linksys routers and all are running flawlessly. I will say, however, that by not being very careful and methodica…

Quote: Originally Posted by Trygve I have heard LinkSys offers no Mac support and that firmware upgrades are a bit common/required with LinkSys. How well is this going to work f…

Quote: I would get a WRT54G as they are very reliable and extremely cheap. Version 2.0 is one I highly recommend. It is one of the models before the Cisco takeover and b…

It is probably nothing that you will even notice if you havent already. Linksys really did not care if you modded their product. Yes, they did not support it, but whatever made y…

Can you give an example of a few features that are locked out like this? It'd be nice if there was a FAQ on ths stuff.

Actually most of the functions you can get with third-party firmware are "advanced," not stuff most people want, need, or even know how to use. For example, you can crank up the o…

Exactly. Most of the features that are "locked out" are advanced features that most people do not even need and will do fine without.