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  | Linksys BEFN2PS4 EtherFast Cable/DSL Voice Router
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 Excellent router, but don't dump your phone line just yet | |
| I bought this Linksys voice router last year so I could make cheap long-distance calls. This is an excellent router. I use it to interconnect 3 of my PC's on my LAN. Phone capability is good but don't dump your phone line just yet. I'll focus my review on the Net2Phone technology of this router. Pros: You get $0.04/minute rate anywhere in the US with similar rates to other countries (check http://linksys.net2phone.com for more information). I bought this router from Amazon, I hooked it up to my LAN, connected my phone, entered my credit card info with Net2phone and started making calls right away. Sound quality is generally good (reminds me of a typical cellular phone) but it doesn't compare to a landline on a corded phone. The unit works best with a corded phone and speakerphone. It's also compatible with a cordless phone, but there's more hiss. Also, unlike those 10-10 numbers, you don't have to pay a "connection fee" for each call. Cons: I wouldn't recommend you dump your landline. Keep your cellular phone at the very least. First of all, Net2phone service has been shaky. In recent months, there have been a few outtages where I couldn't call parts of Eastern Europe at all. Second, you must have a fast Internet connection for this to work (DSL or Cable). In addition, you won't have a direct Net2Phone line that you could call home. There might be an 800 number that'll have your extension, but I haven't looked into it. Also, VoIP technology (voice-over-IP) won't allow you to make data calls (fax, ISP, etc.). Overall: 4 stars out of 5. Excellent Linksys router. I deducted one start for no incoming calls capability and shaky Net2Phone service. | |
 Great little router | |
| Easy to install, fairly fool-proof and reliable for those wanting a router with voice through capabilities. Net2Phone is more problematic, taking several calls and complaints to get them to fix the account...finally they did it. Phone works flawlessly (no echo)as does the router. I am very happy with the item. | |
 0 support | |
| The Linksys router did not have an account number or pin number in the box for the Net2phone service. Both Linksys and Net2phone blew me off after hours of phone holding, computer answered e-mails, and phone conversations. Both companies do not care to support this product, so save yourself some grief and time and stay away from it. |
