Product Description
Linksys WAP55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point - Setting up a wireless network can become a lesson in frustration. Which protocol do you choose? 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11a? Well this access point from Linksys eases your suffering by supporting all 3. You can achieve transfer speeds up to 54Mbps when using 802.11g and 802.11a - and since "g" uses the 2.4GHz band, and "a" uses the 5GHz band, you can run both of them at the same time without a speed loss!
Customer Reviews:
Great Way to Add Wireless Support to an Existing Wired Network.......2006-12-08
Pros: Provides 802.11a in addition to 802.11g/b, wireless standards can be separately enabled/disabled, good range, nice complement to an existing Linksys cable/dsl broadband router, 802.11a (and WPA security) works great with a MacBook Pro.
Cons: None
I bought this access point to add wireless networking to my existing setup (I also own a Linksys 4-port broadband router). I also wanted 802.11a, since it is rarely used by consumers (so less chance of competition on the airwaves) and is not affected by microwave ovens and such.
Well this access point works great with my MacBook Pro, utilizing 802.11a w/WPA security. Highly recommended!!!
p.s. While I could have gotten a combined router/access point for a similar price, I did not want/need both. Plus, being a security-conscious guy, it is nice to be able to pull the plug on the access point without affecting the wired network. And finally, being separate, you can grab the access point and take it with you without unwiring the rest of your network.
Can't understand the problems others are having.......2006-10-06
This is my second one of this model, I burned up the first myself when we moved and I accidentially plugged the wrong transformer into it (too much voltage = smoke). I found it easy to configure, set up WEP keys, MAC locked everything using the web-based interface. It worked great with our LinkSys Media extender - we watch recorded tv from our Media Center pc on our plasma screen tv three rooms away using this device. No problems whatsoever. Hasn't slowed down my internet connection either. I am buying another one today to serve the mobile computer lab at work.
Money better spent elsewher.......2006-08-17
Should Depict 1 Star
Sadly, the more products I buy from post Cisco merged Linksys..the more money I lose. Made the mistake of buying this item for a customer whch has consistently started to lockup after the first month of purchase. No upgraded firmware...waste....purchase another product
Horid.......2006-07-07
a horid thing thats incompatable with anything unless you know how to change its subnet which is impossable.
Cut my Internet Speed to 30%.......2006-06-20
I bought this to upgrade my wireless connection to my Xbox 360. The Wireless connectivity was passable (not great) but what ultimately made me return this was after multiple tests I determined that the router had cut my connection speed to a third of its original speed. I tried to trouble-shoot w/ Linksys Tech Support to no avail.
Amazon.com Product Description
After creating a gadget/fashion icon in the original MOTORAZR, Motorola has upped the ante with the new RAZR
2 V9m with cutting edge technology and enhanced features that make it even easier to use. The RAZR
2 V9m offers data connectivity via Verizon's EV-DO data network--perfect for surfing the Web as well as downloading music and video from Verizon's V Cast service. It's fully loaded with an arsenal of digital tools, including a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth connectivity for streaming music and photo printing, MicroSD memory card expansion, dual color LCD screens, e-mail access, digital audio player, and full duplex speakerphone. And speaking of cutting edge, the phone's stainless steel internal frame and cast aluminum housing support makes the RAZR
2 V9m stronger and more durable than its predecessor.
Download your favorite new music and stream video from Verizon's V Cast service. |
Sleeker, smarter, stronger: the RAZR2 V9m boasts a durable stainless steel frame and chemically hardened glass displays.. |
Verizon Service Options
With support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, you'll enjoy fast access to the Internet and Verizon's multimedia services (additional charges applicable), with average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps and peak rates up to 2 Mbps. The V Cast Music service enables you to download songs instantly to your phone, or purchase music through your PC and transfer the files to your phone. If purchased from your phone, you'll receive two copies of the song: a Windows Media Audio Pro Plus format at 64Kbps stereo is sent to your phone, and a Windows Media Audio 9 format at 160Kbps stereo is sent to your account in the V CAST Music online store for downloading to your PC. V Cast Music offers nearly 2 million songs, with more being added all the time.
With the V Cast Video service, you can stream or download video clips to your phone from a variety of news, entertainment, sports, and weather channels, including CNN, ABC News, E!, CBS Sports, The Weather Channel, and VH1.
Hear a song that you like but don't know the title? The V CAST SongID feature can listen to virtually any recorded music and give you back the title, artist and album. You can then the matching ringtone or full song with just one click. This phone is also enabled with the Get It Now service, which allows you to easily download ringtones, games, and applications.
With this GPS-enabled phone, you'll be able to access Verizon's VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps. And Verizon's Chaperone service lets you easily locate your loved ones from your Verizon Wireless phone or PC in real time. After defining a zone, such as an area designating a school or summer camp, you'll be sent an alert via text message when the Chaperone handset enters or leaves the zone.
Phone Features
Designed to be even sharper than before, the RAZR
2 V9m shaves two millimeters from the original MOTORAZR. Its one-piece housing has no parting lines (meaning fewer chances of break points) and the cast aluminum hinge underwent more than 100,000 lab tests to ensure durability. Even the exterior camera lens is stronger, as it is made with chemically hardened glass. Despite its slimmer profile, the RAZR
2 V9m offers enhanced dual screens that make the phone seem larger. The 2.2-inch internal screen offers twice the resolution of the original MOTORAZR while the 2-inch external screen is great for checking caller photo ID, easily reading incoming text messages, and controlling music playback through onscreen controls. Both screens provide 320 x 240-pixel resolutions with support for up to 65K colors. Other Motorola-engineered enhancements include:
- Upgraded Interface: With the redesigned, more intelligent interface, you'll be able to search for contacts faster and avoid duplicate entries for the same person while allowing contacts to have multiple numbers. The customizable main menu means you're never more than 2 to 3 clicks away from your favorite applications. And text messaging is easier, with the V9m recognizing what type of message you are sending.
- Talk to Me: Originally designed to address the needs of those with vision impairment, the RAZR
2 V9m is able to read the phone's interactive menus, contacts, messages and more aloud--adding convenience to your on-the-go lifestyle. SMS messages on the phone can be read and replied to with pre-programmed text messages without ever having to open up the flip.
- Haptics: Motorola has incorporated breakthrough haptics technology--an interface that creates tactile feedback--that provides vibrating feedback in response to your finger taps. When combined with the virtual music keys, the haptics technology helps you to effortlessly control music playback.
The 2-megapixel camera includes a 4x digital zoom and it can automatically snap up to eight new pictures--letting you choose the best image from a complete series of pictures. You can even print photos wirelessly to a Bluetooth-compatible printer with just a few menu selections. It provides five resolution choices (from 160 x 120 to 1600 x 1200 pixels) and also features a self-timer and controls for brightness and white balance. The RAZR
2 V9m is also an impressive video camcorder, providing up to QVGA resolution (320 x 240 pixels). You can record video for as long as you have available space on your MicroSD memory card, or choose a 10-second cap for videos sent via MMS. It supports H.263, H.264, and MPEG4 video formats.
Control music playback with the virtual digital audio player buttons on the V9m's external screen, which includes tactile feedback. |
With up to 2 GB of storage (via optional MicroSD memory card), the RAZR
2 V9m can store up to 1000 of your favorite songs. It offers compatibility with Microsoft Windows Media Player 11, enabling easy synchronization and transfer between phone and PC. You'll be able to modify music playback with the flip closed thanks to the virtual contextual music controls that appear on the external screen. And you can keep playing music even while surfing the web, sending text messages, or even using the camera.
This phone provides Bluetooth version 1.2 wireless connectivity, and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and audio/video remote control. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server.
Other features include:
- 65 MB internal flash memory
- Up to 1000 contact entries, each with up to six numbers and two email addresses
- USB 2.0 wired connectivity, with mass storage capability
- Polyphonic and MP3 ringtones
- Voice command and dialing, as well as ability to record voice memos
- PIM functions including calendar, calculator, alarm clock, and world clock
- M4/T4 hearing aid and TTY compatibility
- aGPS capable for E911 emergency location/sGPS
Vital Statistics
The RAZR
2 V9m weighs 4.13 ounces and measures 4.06 x 2.1 x 0.47 inches. Its 770 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.6 hours (215 minutes) of talk time, and up to 310 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 CDMA frequencies and is compatible with the EV-DO data network.
Customer Reviews:
Great phone with one problem.......2007-12-27
Just got a RAZR2 to replace my original RAZR, which held up well until it all of a sudden got the Motorola "blue screen of death" one morning. The RAZR2 is a beautiful hunk, with a fantastic screen and outstanding call and voice quality. I'm disappointed though that I can't change the ring tone (on/off/vibe) with the cover closed - or at least I haven't figured this out yet.
One problem though -- the flip-up lid is loose on the left side. I went back to Verizon, who were very helpful, and they pulled all 5 RAZR2's they had in stock and we looked at each one and they were all loose, some worse than others. I ended up keeping mine. This must be a problem either with the phone or with a manufacturing batch. When the lid is opened about 45 degrees, it is loose and can be easily twisted back and forth. It feels like a gasket or something is missing from the one side.
Too bad, because the hinge on the '2 is huge, so I'm not sure why this problem. Otherwise, the phone is a work of art. By the way, it took some finagling to get the 2MB mini-SD card to be accepted by the phone after I downloaded some music to the card. I had to turn off the phone and plug the card in once or twice before the phone recognized the card and cataloged the music. I wish the card could be plugged in the side rather than under the battery...
Plan on Buying High Capacity Battery.......2007-12-16
The is an excellent phone. However the big beautiful LCD display uses a lot of power and is ill-suited to the 600mah stock battery. Plan on Buying 920mah High Capacity Battery MX50 for MSRP of $50.
Can't believe the above reviews have not mentioned this most glaring deficiency.
Verizon sold us the Motorola 500 Bluetooth headset which had inferior voice quality. The Jawbone at double the price was just the ticket: polished and clear voice quality.
Above average, quality phone with some minor flaws........2007-12-07
I hadn't heard very many good reviews about the first RAZR, so I was a little worried when ordering this new version. My contract with Sprint was up and Amazon was offering this phone for free after rebate. I was looking for phones with at least a 2.0 megapixel camera and came across this one. I've had this phone for about 2.5 months now so I think it's time for a review.
Pros
- It's a beautiful, luxurious, sleek phone. The screen on the front is amazingly huge, just as large as the inside screen. The display on both screens is sharp and colorful.
- The call quality is very crisp. It has been very clear thus far, no weird echoing, static, or heavy background noise when the person on the other line is in a loud environment. I never have the volume turned up all the way because it gets way too loud!
- The menu is simple. I did not find this to be a con, as I know exactly where I need to go and didn't have to go through 8 screens to get to it.
- The camera, with its 2.0 megapixel quality, can actually double as a "real" camera most of the time. I forgot my digital camera once and happily substituted with this one. It even has white balance settings in addition to brightness adjustments, and also color effects such as black and white, antique (sepia), and negative. I got a separate 2gb microSD card and can store so many photos on there. You can load the pictures on the Verizon website or you could use the Bluetooth feature to transmit your photos on your computer, or you could use a card reader to download from your microSD card.
- The music quality is excellent. You can transmit songs through Bluetooth, however, I haven't been able to figure out how to access songs from your MicroSD card (if you are even able to do so). You cannot make your .mp3 files your ringtones though, or at least I haven't been able to figure out how again.
- I use about 200-300 texts each month. I originally ordered the EnV because of the qwerty keyboard, but it's a really chunky phone and I found it to be a hassle opening up the cover each time. Also, I found that I actually preferred NOT to text with both hands because I'm usually doing something else with my other hand while texting (holding something, driving, etc.) Though this RAZR2 phone doesn't have a qwerty keyboard, it still has some functions that facilitate texting such as storing words into its memory based on what you typed last.
Cons
- It is most definitely a fingerprint magnet because it's so shiny. This doesn't bother me, but if it does for you then I would reconsider.
- The speakerphone quality is pretty good, however, I could not use it while driving for some reason because the sound of my engine actually overpowered the caller.. I guess my car does have a louder engine, it's from 1998, but I was still pretty disappointed.
- I think the touchscreen is mainly for show and I don't really see the point in it because it's almost faster to just flip open the phone and use the buttons inside or on the side. The touch screen buttons are also not very sensitive so you have to hold your finger there for a few seconds before it initiates the function. You can only do three things with the touch screen: camera, music, and voice commands.
- The ringtone selection that comes with the phone is... limited, to say the least. Also, the vibrating ringer is not very strong.. I've missed a couple of calls with the phone being in my coat pocket on vibrate.
- I have that feeling when you get a new luxury car and you don't want to damage it at all, so you're afraid to drive it. I am so afraid I am going to drop this phone or damage the extra large front screen. It's like it's made of glass. If you constantly drop your phone, this is probably not the one for you.
- I've found it's difficult to flip open with one hand.
To sum it up, this is an above average, quality phone. It's not perfect, but overall I am pretty satisfied. I think I have been more pleased in the past with Sanyo phones from Sprint, but I don't regret making the move to Verizon for this phone.
The best phone I've ever had!.......2007-10-19
I've had this phone for 2 days and so far it is the BEST phone I've ever had
MOTO Store Discount.......2007-10-01
Use this code at the online Motorola store to save 15% off most items. Here is the code : PASS_12870. Link to the Moto Store : http://www.store.motorola.com/
Thanks, Aaron
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Phaser 560 Fabric Transfer Media enables customers to transfer images to T-shirts, sweatshirts, mousepads, mugs, puzzles, plaques, and many other materials with a commercial heat press.
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