D-Link Super G with MIMO Wireless Router DI-634M - wireless router ( DI-634M )

by D-Link

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 2.8 inches ; 10.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000BKI6NM
• Item model number: DI-634M
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #53,356 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

D-Link introduces the revolutionary DI-634M Wireless 108G MIMO Router. Featuring D-Link’s Double XR (2XR) Technology, a Packet Prioritization Engine, and a brand new Quick Router Setup Wizard, the DI-634M raises the bar for all other wireless routers. Wirelessly share an Internet connection throughout your entire home with groundbreaking wireless performance using the DI-634M.

Infused with Double XR (2XR) Technology, the DI-634M boasts Xccelerated Rates at Xtended Ranges that provides extreme wireless coverage for your entire home. Based on cutting-edge MIMO (Multiple In, Multiple Out) technology, the DI-634M utilizes a Quad Smart Antenna Design featuring four antennas (two vertical and two horizontal). These four antennas distribute radio signals in both the vertical and linear planes to fully maximize the wireless coverage area.

Embedded Quality of Service (QoS) features make the DI-634M ideal for households with multiple simultaneous users. A Packet Prioritization Engine ensures that bandwidth sensitive applications, such as Voice over IP (VoIP) and online gaming, are given priority over activities like file transfers or sending large email attachments. Improve voice clarity and reduce lag for online gaming using the DI-634M.

The installation CD for the DI-634M includes a new Quick Router Setup Wizard to greatly enhance the installation process. The Quick Router Setup Wizard simplifies the process of configuring your router with ISP settings, such as PPPoE and DHCP settings. The CD also includes walkthroughs to help you enable wireless security or add wireless clients to your network.

Any standard 802.11b/g client can benefit from the DI-634M’s 2XR performance. With total compatibility with standard 802.11g and 802.11b networking devices, you don’t have to replace your existing client devices to experience enhanced coverage. And for a total performance boost, use a D-Link Wireless 108G MIMO Notebook or Desktop Adapter for a complete end-to-end 2XR solution.

To thoroughly secure your wireless network, this Wireless Router supports both Personal and Enterprise versions of WPA and WPA2 data encryption. Additional security features include MAC and IP filtering for limiting network access based on MAC Address or IP Address.

When communicating over and across the Internet, the DI-634M features integrated network security including advanced firewall functionality using both NAT and Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI). Advanced Parental Controls are also included to monitor Internet usage and block inappropriate websites.

Create a wireless network with Xccelerated Rates at Xtended Ranges powered by D-Link’s Double XR Technology. Be a part of the next revolution of wireless connectivity by choosing D-Link’s Wireless 108G MIMO Router, powered by Double XR Technology.

Product Description

D-Link introduces the revolutionary DI-634M Wireless 108G MIMO Router. Wirelessly share an Internet connection throughout your entire home with groundbreaking wireless performance! Its incredible new Double XR (2XR) Technology provides whole house coverage, while a built-in Packet Prioritization Engine will maximize VoIP clarity. When communicating over and across the Internet, the DI-634M features integrated network security including advanced firewall functionality using both NAT and Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI). Advanced Parental Controls are also included to monitor Internet usage and block inappropriate websites. Combined with the new Quick Router Setup Wizard and wide range of security features, the DI-634M raises the bar for all other wireless routers. Security - 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK Advanced Parental Controls are also included to monitor Internet usage and block inappropriate websites Double XR (2XR) Technology for Whole House Coverage - Infused with Double XR (2XR) Technology, the DI-634M boasts Xccelerated Rates at Xtended Ranges that provides extreme wireless coverage for your entire home. Based on cutting-edge MIMO (Multiple In, Multiple Out) technology, the DI-634M utilizes a Quad Smart Antenna Design featuring four antennas (two vertical and two horizontal). These four antennas distribute radio signals in both the vertical and linear planes to fully maximize the wireless coverage area. With total compatibility with standard 802.11g and 802.11b networking devices, you don't have to replace your existing client devices to experience enhanced coverage Built-in Packet Prioritization Engine Maximizes VoIP Clarity New Quick Router Setup Wizard Dimensions(LxWxH) - 7.5 x 4.6 x 1.375 (190.5 x 116.84 x 35 mm) / Weight - 10.56 oz.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

84 of 87 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars So far so good., March 25, 2006

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Paul Caton (NUI Galway, Ireland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: D-Link Super G with MIMO Wireless Router DI-634M - wireless router ( DI-634M ) (Personal Computers)

If you're here because you're looking to buy a wireless router and you wanted to check reviews on Amazon (and other places) first, you will immediately have noticed one thing: there isn't a single brand/model of router that doesn't have a fair proportion of contradictory reviews. Some people will say "Wow, router X installed in minutes and has worked flawlesslesy since. It's so much better than that piece of crap router Z." And then you read the review of router Z and someone says "Wow, router Z installed so easily - not like the nightmare I had with router X. Don't ever buy router X, what a piece of junk!."

I had a Netgear WGR614v6. It installed okay, although the configuration manager left a lot to be desired - plus it came with UPnP turned ON, even though it said itself that the default setting was OFF! That caused an hour of frustration. But once installed it worked okay for a few weeks, and then it just stopped working consistently. In the same way that so many routers seem to do for so many reviewers on these sites, without me changing any settings in either the router or the machine, it started dropping connections randomly, and constantly needed rebooting. I installed updated firmware - no improvement. I wondered how this could be happening, but then when I started reading user reviews widely I realised that this is apparently par for the course: every brand I looked at has at least one person complaining about this problem.

All of which is a long preamble to say that you'll have to take any review under advisement. I eventually dediced to go with the D-Link because there were more good customer reviews than bad, and because it got some good reviews from magazines (for whatever that is worth these days). I have to say that so far it has been a good purchase. The installation program was very good - extremely clear and well-thought out. I like the Network Magic program that comes with a 30-day trial for free - in fact I decided to purchase it because it makes the network management so easy. The router has performed consistently since I fired it up: strong signal with no dropouts or mysterious lockups.

From MY experience, then, so far, this has been a good product and I would recommend it. But there are no guarantees in the wireless router world.

32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Long Time D-Link Mac User, December 22, 2005

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Jon Jaffe (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: D-Link Super G with MIMO Wireless Router DI-634M - wireless router ( DI-634M ) (Personal Computers)

I have been a D-Link user for several years. My children have used the Dl-614+ at college and configuration was never problematic. My home is a large ranch style house with limestone walls, and wireless router placement was difficult. I had to have an additional wired access point at the other end of the house for complete coverage.

After 5 years the access point died. Tech support suggested the new Dl-634M, and stated that the coverage was much better. I just installed it, configured it easily with my Mac laptop and in fact coverage was much better, but not perfect.

I called D-Link tech support to see if I could use my old D-614+ as an access point. In five minutes we had it converted and running. The whole house is 5x5 now. Tech support is 24/7 and always helpful.

In sum, the Dl-634M is very fast, easy to configure, and tech support is excellent.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strongest penetration yet, perfect while waiting for 802.11n final!, August 6, 2006

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Matthew J. Rygelski (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: D-Link Super G with MIMO Wireless Router DI-634M - wireless router ( DI-634M ) (Personal Computers)

First off, I'll tell you that I live in an apartment complex with several other apartment buildings all around. My wireless signal is constantly receiving interference from my neighbor's wireless gear, cordless phones, and an in-town wireless Internet service provider that just happens to use 802.11b frequencies.

Initially, I owned a Linksys WRT54G and paid for the $70 "high-gain" antenna accessory, but I would still find myself having to change channels periodically throughout the day because my signal would drop to 25% as other routers tried to compete for my channel. I already had some other complaints about the Linksys, so I figured now was finally the time to replace it.

Now, I've owned D-Link in the past and the only reason I purchased the Linksys was because it came with such an incredible price discount at the time. But after my disappointing Linksys experiences, I decided to go back and purchase this D-Link instead. Boy, was I surprised when I got it installed at home! I now have between 90% and 100% all day, everyday. This router has a very strong wireless output that appears nothing can shake!! Not only that, but my range has increased at least three-times the distance of that poor Linksys.

In conclusion, if you are looking for gaining more range or strengthening your signal to overcome nearby interference then this device is worth every penny. I have been running mine for more than 6 months without complaint! What have you got to lose? Amazon's return process is so simple if you need it, they even print the return label for you. What more could you want?