Asus DSL-N10 wireless-n ADSL modem router is an all in one router with built-in DSL modem which supports up to four SSIDs
When you need to build a simple wireless router in home or in small offices, normally you require a modem, a router and a wireless access point. For DSL broadband internet services, you have many choices in selecting a compact device that integrates all the requirements for building a wireless network in home or in small offices in an all-in-one device a wireless ADSL router. One of them is the new Asus DSL-N10 wireless N ADSL modem router.
What this Product Does
Asus DSL-N10 wireless ADSL router is 3-in-one device for all the functionality in building a wireless network in home or in small offices. It integrates the function of an ADSL modem, a firewall router with 4-port switch and a wireless N access point packed into a single compact device.
The included router supports the dual firewall feature (NAT and SPI) for protecting your network against any internet threats. And it also helps you to share a single broadband internet connection with many computers on the network. Note that a pure modem cannot be used to share the internet; it must have a NAT function for shared internet. Asus DSL-N10 includes the modem with routing functions to let you share the internet.
Asus DSL-N10 wireless ADSL router includes a built-in wireless access point which is powered by the latest 802.11n technology delivering the high speeds of up to 150Mbps. The router includes an external detachable antenna. Unlike other standard wireless router which typically includes a 2dBi Omni antenna, the Asus DSL-N10 includes one 5dBi hi-gain antenna to boost the signal for larger network coverage.
Multiple SSIDs
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Asus DSL-N10 wireless ADSL router supports multiple SSIDs. It’s like Virtual LAN in wired network, multiple SSIDs allows you create up to four networks with different network name and password. This is beneficial for small offices that would like to segregate the network based on the groups of users whenever you need to control the bandwidth priority and different access rights to each of the network segments.
The Asus DSL-N10 includes 4×10/100Mbps Ethernet ports to let you connect up to four computers direct to the modem using UTP Cat5 network cable. But you cannot create VLAN (virtual LAN) on this wired network as opposed to wireless network with its multiple SSIDs support.
Advanced Security
The Asus DSL-N10 wireless ADSL router supports wide range of advanced security for both personal and business class security including WPA/WPA2 (PSK and Enterprise), RADIUS and also WEP for connecting to legacy clients. Connecting to the network is relatively easy with the WPS feature. All the clients with WPS-enabled will easily connect to the network by just pressing the WPS button.
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Networking Diagram
The figure 2 shows the networking diagram that is typically used in homes or small offices. Connect the RJ-11 port in the modem to the phone line, that’s it and you are on business. You can connect your XBOX console (with XBOX wireless n adapter) to the wireless network for gaming experience too.
Pros:
- Easy to setup
- Supports up to four SSIDs
Cons:
- Doesn’t support gigabit port for high speed wired connection
- Doesn’t support USB port for shared storage or printer
- Doesn’t support dual band
The Asus DSL-N10 wireless ADSL router is an ideal solution for small offices who demand simple wired and wireless networking to support their business.
Asus DSL-N10 Vs Netgear Dgnd3300
You may also consider Netgear Dgnd3300 rangemax wireless N dual band ADSL router. What is the main difference between the two devices?
- Dgnd3300 is based on N600 dual band technology while DSL-N10 is based on N300 technology single 2.4GHz band
- Dgnd3300 includes USB 2.0 port for share storage
What about Linksys X2000? The main difference between Asus DSL-N10 and Linksys X2000 is that X2000 includes only three Ethernet LAN ports but it is equipped with one WAN port to let you connect to the cable modem if DSL service is not available.
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