DI-524 High Speed 2.4GHz (802.11g) Wireless Router

This product has been discontinued as of February 01, 2008 in the US. It may be available in other countries. We recommend that you check your local D-Link website.
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Description

The D-Link AirPlus G DI-524 Wireless Router which is capable of transferring data at rates of up to 54Mbps in the 2.4GHz frequency — the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The D-Link DI-524 Wireless Router also offers four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers.

D-Link, the industry leader in wireless networking, introduces another breakthrough in wireless connectivity. The D-Link AirPlus™ G DI-524 Wireless Router which is capable of transferring data with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* in the 2.4GHz frequency — the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The D-Link DI-524 Wireless Router also offers four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers.

The advanced wireless technology built into the DI-524 Wireless Router offers data transfer speeds with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* through its wireless channels allowing streaming videos and other high bandwidth applications, such as online gaming events, to operate without the hassle of Ethernet cables. The ability to use high bandwidth applications also makes streaming real-time programs more enjoyable and more efficient.

The D-Link DI-524 AirPlus G Router has been verified and successfully passed through the Intel Wireless Verification Program, which tests the compatibility of various access point devices and wireless service providers with common configuration of notebooks built on Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology**.

With the DI-524 Wireless Router's built-in advanced firewall, threats of hackers penetrating your network are minimized. Some firewall features include functions that allow or disallow certain ports to be open for certain applications. Time scheduling can be established as a firewall rule so that specific ports will be open at certain times and be closed at other times. Features like content filtering, MAC filtering, URL blocking, and domain blocking are useful tools to prevent other unwanted intruders from connecting to your network or browsing restricted sites.

The easy-to-use configuration wizard takes only minutes to setup and guides users step-by-step through configuring the DI-524. With all the versatile features and an user-friendly utility, the DI-524 Wireless Router provides an enhanced networking experience.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.
** This wireless access point product has been verified for basic compatibility with corresponding Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology based notebooks. Notebooks based on Intel Centrino mobile technology do not support proprietary 802.11g performance enhancement features. Data rate features and performance may vary based on the configuration of your notebook and other factors.
Intel, the Intel Inside Logo, Intel Centrino and the Intel Centrino logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

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Testimonials

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I love the DI-524 and DI-604 routers because they allow you to recover quickly. When my girlfriend called up a certain DSL-phone company to fix a problem, the technician totally tore the whole network apart, tossed the router away, forced her to install unneeded software and left the whole thing unoperable. I drove up that weekend, and in 5 minutes had diagnosed the problem, took 1 minute to reinsert the router and restored the whole network to its originally healthy condition.

The problem? A combo printer/fax/copier telephone jack malfunctioned, pulling the DSL down.

The solution? Only using a D-Link router to restore sanity to an insane situation.

Thanks D-Link for getting us up quickly and properly!

Randy R.

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I have been using D-Link wireless networking products for several years with satisfaction and ongoing support from your company (regular updates, detailed user manuals, etc.). A couple of friends selected another well-known brand for their wireless networking routers but they have never been able to set them up! I tried to help them and spent several hours to make things work, but eventually they had to take the right decision: send the other routers back to the manufacturer and select D-Link wireless routers, they could set them up very quickly and are now very happy users. Thanks!

Abbe

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This router [DI-524] saved me a lot of money. It allowed me to create small (4 desktops / 10 laptops (wifi)) SOHO network. It allowed me to get maximum out of my wireless G cards, allowing speed up to 54mbit/s, which really impressed me. I wasn't really sure which router to choose - [competitor] or D-Link, but when I actually got myself this router - I understood - D-Link is good.

Jay J.

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Setting up WI-FI with D-LINK components was a snap. I am using a DI-524 router and DWL-G510 PCI cards and have an excellent signal across 3 floors in our home. No need for extra power or antennas.

D-LINK's constant upgrading of their drivers, even to legacy gear like their DI-524, is an example of their dedication to providing stable, simple to use WI-FI gear for customers.

The on-line support is great. My request was handled promptly and competently within moments on a weekend day.

All in all, a great company with great products.

Steve F.

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I had previously owned another brand's 802.11g router. It worked alright with my computers, but not with my Sony PSP. I had contacted both Sony and the makers of the router for technical assistance with no help from either company. After seveal weeks of devising and executing my own tests I came to determine that the router was the cause of this problem. That weekend I went out and bought my D-Link DI-524 and not only can I now connect my PSP to the network, my computers are transferring data faster.

Thank you, D-Link
John

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It was unbelievable on how easy this was to set-up. The DI-524 did everything it was suppose to do. I did the set-up in less than 10 minutes including the WPA, MAC security and DHCP configurations. I also did the firmware update right away which was also very simple. I configured the router and I was surfing the web within no time.

I own a two story house and I got a 54 Mbps even in the basement while the router was on the second floor!!!

I didn’t have to call tech support so I can’t comment on that. I am going to purchase a wireless NIC for my other machines from D-link too.

I highly recommend this product for anyone who needs a good/simple wireless solution.

Rob

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Thank you so much for your great routers! I'm on a wireless internet connection with a fixed IP, and I tried to get two other brands of routers working for DAYS, but I took them back and picked up a DI-524, and it amazingly worked the first time through! thank you so much, I wish I'd tried D-Link first!

Geoffrey M.

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I set up a home wireless network with the DI-524 last weekend. I had some problems with another computer, so I told my son I would help him when I finished troubleshooting the other computer.

Much to my surprise he had been surfing the web the minute he installed the software and card. I also needed tech support for the other computer. Every tech I spoke with was helpful, courteous and very knowledgeable.

Thanks to such a great product and support staff I have a fast, reliable network!

Charles B.

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I wanted to share how easy it was to set up my new DI-524 Router. I installed a router on a friends computer 2 years ago and it took several hours. This time, I was up and running in a few minutes. The instructions were very easy to understand and clearly written.

Thanks!
Craig D.

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This is the best piece of equipment I have ever owned! I just had to let other people know. This thing worked flawlessly out of the box. The DI-524 works great, and communicates with my laptop via DWL-G630 with absolutely no problem. I have seen the promise land, and there are no wires. Thanks for helping me break away from the desk!

Nate

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Don't know a lot about networks and was afraid it would take a long time to set up my home network. But WOW in about 5 minutes, after turning the DI-524 Router on I was up and running. All my MACs are working great, share files and printer wireless. Can sit at my bar in the basement and work on line. THANKS D-Link for a great experience.

Ed D.

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