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Setup Ease

Customers have had an overwhelmingly positive experience setting up and using the TP-Link TL-WR741ND Wireless N150 Home Router. Many found it easy to configure through a browser-based interface, while others appreciated its compatibility with custom firmware like Gargoyle for added functionality. Some users noted that rebooting after making settings changes took longer than expected but overall were satisfied with the product's performance and affordability.

Antenna Performance

Customers generally praise the antenna performance of this router, with some mentioning the detachable RP-SMA antenna enhances signal strength. However, a few users have reported varying levels of reception and suggest trying external antennas for improved performance.

Signal Strength

Customers generally have positive feedback regarding the signal strength of this router with some mentioning strong and stable signals even in areas with poor WiFi. Some customers have used it as a repeater or bridged it with their cable modem for extended range and connectivity throughout their homes. However, a few customers reported inconsistent speeds after restarting the router.

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Quality


They have a great ui and seem to broadcast a really strong signal even with only 1 antenna.


Works flawlessly installed gargoyle router utility firmware and this little hardware is superchared.


Plugged it in 2 weeks ago and it has been running without a hiccup since.


It is a rock-solid router- i've only had 2-3 dropped signals to date.

Price


Recommend to all on a low budget.


Great low cost router for use with dd-wrt!


I get decent coverage around the apartment but for the size of that antenna, i should be getting a connection a block down the ...  Read More


Not quite as much rf out as my old linksys but with the addition of their $15.

Shipping


Can't wait for wifi 10 dbi antenna to arrive then all reception problems should be resolved.


Item arrived fast and in prestine condition.


Its been on since i got it in the mail, so since beginning february.

Competitiveness


I used this to connect two office buildings together with external antennas, and the receive sensitivity is amazing compared to...  Read More


This problem is especially prevalent among entry level models.


Without moving the antenna, this blows away every other wireless router i have tried (linksys, asus, d-link).


The fact that it is also one of the cheapest (but reliable) routers on the market is just icing on the cake.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    V5 is not supported by ddwrt and openwrt yet


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Updatethis router has fare more range then i thought it would have just for a 5dmi antenna


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I took my nextbook8 out side to see how fare it would go before loosing connection with the router


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    But over all it dose good inside to


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I bought this because of reputation and the fact i could flash ddwrt


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Other than that seemed like a pretty good wireless n router for the price


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    However i found that researching wireless routers is a nightmare as for every person who lauds a particular model there will be someone else who condemns it


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Initially i was only considering linksys and dlink since they are the two most famous consumer brands but i couldnt find a basic model from either that was consistently rated well

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