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Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Router with 4-Port 10/100 Switch (BEFSR41) | 
| Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $71.95
Buy Used: $18.00
You Save: $53.95 (75%)
New (42) Used (18) Refurbished (1) from $18.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  1170 reviews
Sales Rank: 633
Platforms: Windows Nt, Macintosh, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Nt 3.5, Windows Nt 4, Windows Nt 5, Powermac, Windows Me, Windows Xp, Windows 2000 Server, Mac Os X, Mac Os 9 And Below, Windows
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.7
Dimensions (in): 11.3 x 9.8 x 2.8
nv:Device Type: Router
RJ-45 Ports: 4
Form Factor: Desktop
WAN Port(s): 1
10/100 Mbps Ports: 4
Management: Web Based
Dimensions: 7.32" x 6.06" x 1.89"
Ethernet: CAT3
Ethernet: CAT5
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: BEFSR41
Model: BEFSR41 R2
UPC: 745883549344
EAN: 0745883549344
ASIN: B00004SB92
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Weight - 11.04 oz. | | • | Warranty - 1 year | | • | Standards - IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u |
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Product Description
The Linksys Instant Broadband EtherFast Cable/DSL Router is the perfect option to connect a small group of PCs to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection or to an Ethernet back-bone. Configurable as a DHCP server, the EtherFast Cable/DSL Router acts as the only externally recognized Internet device on your local area network (LAN). The router can also be configured to block internal users' access to the Internet. Unlike a typical router which can only share 100Mbps over all its connections, the Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Router is equipped with a blazing 4-port EtherFast Switch, dedicating a breakneck 100Mbps to each and every connected PC.If four PCs are simultaneously accessing a standard shared-band-width router, they will only run at one-quarter the speed of any number of PCs accessing the Instant Broadband Cable/DSL Router. Not only will all of your PCs now be able to enjoy your lightning-quick Broadband Internet connection, they will also be able to share internal network data at ten times the Broadband Internet speed. Add it all together and your small network will move along faster than you ever thought possible.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Linksys EtherFast cable/DSL router connects multiple PCs to a high-speed broadband Internet connection or to an Ethernet backbone. Configurable as a DHCP server, the EtherFast router acts as the only externally recognized Internet device on your local area network (LAN). The router can also be configured to block internal users' access to the Internet. A typical router relies on a hub or a switch to share its Internet connection, but the Linksys EtherFast router channels this connection through the full-duplex speed of its built-in EtherFast 10/100 four-port switch. This combination of router and switch technology eliminates the need to buy an additional hub or switch and serves your network as a completely dedicated, full-duplex backbone. Now your entire network can enjoy broadband Internet connections supported by its switched backbone. This unit requires an external cable or DSL modem with an Ethernet RJ-45 interface. This product comes with a one-year warranty. Note: All Linksys routers now include a special edition of Norton Internet Security! Claim your free CD-ROM by calling (800) 814-0180, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific, seven days a week.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1165 more reviews...
 Up 'n Running in a Snap August 15, 2008
I purchased this router to replace an older Linksys router that finally failed after 7-years of uninterrupted service. I read many reviews that indicated problems with having to reset it often. I have hand none of those problems. Its been installed for about two months and I haven't had to reset it once. It has run and performed great! Some reports suggest it was "slow", but the only time I have experienced a slow-down was when it was peak internet use hours; thus I attribute it to the high volume on the internet and not the equipment. All this said, I opted to replace my old Lynksys router with a new one and found it to be reliable and responsive. It was easy to configure through the web-style interface and took very little effort to get it up and running. You should consider it too.
 Junk August 3, 2008
I replaced my old BEFSR41 that was damaged by lightning with this newer revision. I have had nothing but trouble with connection problems on the modem side. I've read lots of similar complaints on the net. I have the latest firmware. The connection to the modem hangs, and to fix the problem you have to unplug the router, plug a computer to the modem, do some surfing to clear out the problem, then re-attach the router to the modem. Ugh!!!
Security online with Linksys July 25, 2008
I find the Linksys routers to perform very well as an addition to a secure home network. I connect the BEFSR41 to the cable modem then connect the WRT54G inline to create a more secure network for my sensitive computers. I can connect my server to the first router in the DMZ and no bad traffic can reach the machines behind the second router. Both routers perform fast and I can't detect any latency.
Just what I needed. July 21, 2008
I had worked with one of these before.
I needed a router for my new home, and started looking around. Once again I find myself with a Linksys.
It is easy to administer, will handle logging in my DSL Modem (I am much happier with DSL then Cable) and has kept things running smoothly.
Oh, and I could not beat the price.
I cannot configure my router. I cannot have my ISP configure my router. July 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Router with 4-Port 10/100 Switch (BEFSR41)
Heidi 28639 and another Linksys rep denied me help to configure my router, spewing forth a very long worded set of explanations stating that my BEFSR41 version 2/ serial number C2110f700813 is not longer supported. Linksys's web service has instruction which are UPSIDE DOWN in the "customer service" support drop down menu.
That is sloppy.
I had a Lynksys wireless router which broke due to Lightning in South East Florida. I liked it. I purchased another networking product from Lynksys and the customer service was so outstanding, I bought a THIRD product, this item.
I cannot configure this router. I cannot have my ISP configure my router. I can't access the instruction online as they are upside down. I was to hook up a Apple G3 OS10/Safariand a Windows Millenium/Mozilla Borwser. Both are Legacy items, yet both work.
This product had a high reputation, but I found out otherwise.
I buy and spend MORE for customer support, and do not want to hear wordy, bureaucratic non USA foreigners try to dissuade me from simple information. This review goes onto amazon.com, the Palm Beach Post and I going to purchase another product from another manufacturer, never to touch or recommend but dissuade other from using this manufacturer.
It is simply good customer service or not. Linksys is not equated with good customer service. My ISP was terrific- they couldn't help me, but they got to the point quickly.
I am attemting to return this product.
I have used many other vendors with much better customer service who are willing to take the customer's hand and help them.
This was a horrible, time consuming experience and a more than disappointing product. I wish that other's considering it may perhaps have better service than I did, and if they do feel comfortable, then buy it. If they read this review, they may feel that other reviews reflect other applications. I purchased this product as it was "plug'n'play" and easy to configure with another persons similar Legacy computers.
Chris
East Riviera Beach, Florida
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