D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855

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The good: True dual-band; great throughput performance; intuitive andresponsive browser interface; gigabit LAN and WAN; easy to set up;supports separate wireless networks for guests; network activitydisplay offers quick access to a variety of network information;convenient preset settings.
 
The bad: Middling range; confusing network activity display; expensive;bulky design; no print-serving or NAS functionality.
The bottom line: The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855 is a stable performerwith excellent Web interface. But because it comes in a bulky,old-school design, has a relatively short range, and carries ahefty price tag, consider waiting for the price to drop beforeinvesting in this router.
 
We pitted the D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855 against theonly other true dual-band router we've reviewed, the LinksysWRT610N. The DIR-855 beat the WRT610N in overall throughput performance, but its design and desktopsetup application couldn't compete. Both routers offer about thesame range; the WRT610N provides slightly more coverage. Bothrouters are great dual-band devices; however, the D-Link costsabout $60 more than the Linksys, making it difficult to recommend.Nonetheless, if you can justify the cost and need the fastestoption, the D-Link DIR-855 will do the job. (For more detailedspecifications, please see our specs page.)

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