Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA)

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★★★★☆
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MODEL- RP614NA VENDOR- NETGEAR INC FEATURES- Cable/DSL WebSafe Router 4-Port Cable/DSL Web Safe Router with 10/100 Mbps Switch. Securely extend your broadband Internet connection to all of your computers with the NETGEAR RP614 Web Safe Router Gateway. Each person can instantly benefit from high-speed Web access, file sharing, video streaming, head-to-head Internet game playing, and MP3 downloading. This highly capable 4-port Internet gateway provides state-of-the-art filtering and controls that allow parents to limit URL access and monitor Internet activities, while firewall protection secures your computers and network against hackers. Setup couldn t be easier a Smart Setup Wizard automatically detects your Internet connection type and then the animated Installation Assistant and on-screen help guide you through each step. The Web Safe Router Gateway is sleekly designed and is compatible with all Ethernet cable and DSL modems and with all Internet service providers. Includes Web Safe Router Gateway, Vertical Stand to save desk space, Power Adapter, 10 ft. Ethernet Cat 5 cable, Installation Guide, Resource CD with Reference Manual, Install Assistant and free Freedom privacy software, Warranty and Registration Card, Support Information Card. With the Web Safe Router Gateway you can enjoy ultra-fast Web-surfing from the get-go! Share your broadband Internet connection, files, and printers with up to 253 computers. Connect whether you have Windows, Apple Macintosh or even Linux computers. Instantly distribute MP3s, digital movies, and photos. Port Forwarding controls make it simple to communicate using multimedia applications (such as NetMeeting), host Web services, and play Internet games. Establish content filtering by web address/web address keyword or by time-of-day usage limits for your children. You can also choose to receive e-mailed reports of browsing activities and optional real-time e-mail alerts. NAT (Network Address Translation) Firewall with VPN (Virtual Private Network) pass-through protects against Internet attacks, but allows you secure access. Auto-partitioning on each port protects each computer from damaged network Connections. A free, 1-year subscription to Freedom security and privacy software blocks ads and prevents personal information from being sent over the Internet (for up to 8 Windows-based computers). Four ultra-fast 10/100 Mbps LAN ports automatically detect computer speed to optimize network performance (up to 200 Mbps with full-duplex) at a distance of 100 m (328 ft). With double the memory and a 50 faster CPU than many popular routers, the Web Safe Router Gateway is well equipped to distribute large-file multimedia presentations in no time. Even without networking experience, this gateway is easy for anyone to set up and use. The Smart Setup Wizard automatically detects your Internet connection type and the animated Install Assistant guides you through each step. Status lights make it easy to observe network activity. A space-saving vertical stand and a free network cable are included. ROUTING PROTOCOLS - Static & Dynamic Routing with TCP/IP, VPN pass-through (IPSec, L2TP), NAT, UDP, RIP-1, RIP-2, PPTP, PPPoE, DNS, DHCP (client & server). APPLICATION SUPPORT- Works with most Internet applications including: Quake, Half-Life, Star Craft, Unreal Tournament, IDQ, AOL Instant Messenger, Microsoft Messenger, NetMeeting, Real Player, Windows Media Player, Net2Phone, DialPad. FUNCTIONS - Smart Wizard to automatically detect ISP type (static, dynamic, PPPoE), Port Range Forwarding, Exposed Host (DMZ), DNS Proxy, MAC Address Cloning, URL Content Filtering, E-mail Alerts. MAINTENANCE - Save/Restore Configuration, Upgrades via Web Browser, Logging. PROCESSOR - 50MHz, ARM7MEMORY - 1MB Flash, 8MB DRAMCONNECTIONs - LAN: 10BaseT/100BaseTX/RJ45 port (auto-sensing) WAN: 10BaseT/RJ45 port REQUIRES - Broadband (cable, DSL, satellite or wireless) Internet service and modem with Ethernet RJ-45 connector. Ethernet connection (adapter and cable) for each computer. Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP, Mac OS, NetWare , UNIX , or Linux. Internet Explorer 5. 0 or later; Netscape 4. 7 or laterAPPROVALS- UL/CSA, FCC B, VCCI B POWER- 7. 5 VDC 1A SIZE - 6. 9 inchw x 1. 1 inchh x 4. 7 inchd WT. - 0. 7 lb. Www. Netgear. Com

Specification Description
Model RP614, RP614NA
UPC 606449023022
Data Transfer Speed 10Mbps
Device Type Broadband Router
Number of Ports 4
Port Type 10/100Base-TX

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Last update: Nov 11, 2009

Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
Small but Great

"Pros This little gadget saves a network as it works hard in the background. No more hacking into my network possible since I installed it. It is a real firewall, in addition to serving as a router. Cons I agree that colors could help the novice. The installer can read the label on the bottom of the firewall/router. S/he will see it clearly marked. No need to mention that the cable from the modem is labeled ..." Read Full Review »

Mar 23, 2008 by Validajudge

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Bad Directions

"The first reviewer was right on the money. The directions to install this router is flawed. I spent 2 hours trying to get it to talk to my modem based on the steps they say you should do. Plug in the router B4 conneting to the modem worked! Make sure you have 3 green lights!!! In fact Netgear's directions and website really need to be more user friendly. Very difficult to follow. Hopefully my router will no..." Read Full Review »

Dec 22, 2007 by JOHNinAZ

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Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Review

Small but Great

★★★★☆
4.0

"Pros

This little gadget saves a network as it works hard in the background. No more hacking into my network possible since I installed it. It is a real firewall, in addition to serving as a router.



Cons

I agree that colors could help the novice. The installer can read the label on the bottom of t …"  Read Full Review »

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Validajudge
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Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Review

Product ...

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

"Product Uses:education



Review:I do not have good luck with these units, or any of the $40 range routers in Netgear or Linksys product lines. I have about 50% failure rate of these units in under one year. I use them continuously in computer labs in an educational setting. I get the impression, they …"  Read Full Review »

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Sep 21 2009
PhysBob
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[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Review

I don't Know ...

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

"Pros

it has step by step illustrations but it was still sorta confusing .



Cons

The pics were in black and white which wouldn't help to the benefit of having the cords color coded .

and plus it knocked out my internet service completely ... i had to re-install it .



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The instru …"  Read Full Review »

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Mar 31 2007
Kimzeries
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Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Review

I bought this router to ...

★★★★★
5.0

"I bought this router to hook up a 2nd computer to the net. using a 100ft ethernet cord ran from the front of my house to the back. Connection is reliable and I don't notice any lag at all. Doesn't get hot, just slightly warm. Port forwarding and router config is easy to navigate. They coulda ma …"  Read Full Review »

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Jul 29 2009
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Netgear 4-port Web Safe 10/100 Broadband Router and Switch (RP614NA) Review

i've had this router now ...

★★★★★
5.0

"i've had this router now for a month. i followed the instructions, and was online in no time. Just a matter of waiting for lights to turn green. :)



i received the router before my network was in place. So adding the network computers was just a matter of connecting it to the router. Which was easil …"  Read Full Review »

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