January 6, 2008 9:01 PM PST

Two new-look Linksys routers

by Matthew Elliott
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Design departure: the Linksys WRT160N.

(Credit: Cisco Systems, Inc.)

Linksys added two new Draft N routers to its Ultra RangePlus line that couldn't look more different from the company's tried-and-true design. The WRT160N and the WRT310N ditch the outdated Linksys blue facing and introduce curves to case, while also doing away with those pesky antennas (these MIMO routers use internal antennas). They boast a sleek look and are priced right. The WRT160N costs $100, while the WRT310N adds Gigabit Ethernet for a reasonable $130. The two routers will also begin shipping with an updated version of the Linksys EasyLink Advisor (LELA) configuration software, which helps end users set up and manage their network, later this quarter.

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Matt Elliott, a CNET editor since 2000, heads up coverage of computer hardware, from desktops and laptops to their assorted components and peripherals. Prior to joining CNET, he worked for PC Magazine. When not writing about computers and wrestling with their shipping boxes, he likes shooting with his Nikon D50 camera. Matt is also skilled with a tape gun. E-mail Matt.
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by wsmothers January 8, 2008 9:58 AM PST
I wonder if these have PoE...
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by reallyhonest August 28, 2009 2:45 PM PDT
I have issues nearly every day which require a reboot of my Linksys WRT160N. I believe it is related to VPN access to my work network but it kills all connections on all computers on my network. Bottom line - it is a real pain in the you know what to restart your router regularly.
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