Topic 'New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03' in forum 'D-Link'

Topic 'New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03' in forum 'D-Link' - dslreports.com http://www.dslreports.com/forum/New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23209290 en Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:02:12 EDT Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:02:12 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '04 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-04-23860774
»forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=10693.0]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-04-23860774 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:01:41 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23841264 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23841264 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:22:30 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.22 Build '02 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-122-Build-02-23663690 said by BimmerE38FN:

Anyone check this out? Working great on A1. N mode only on 5Ghz seems to work best of in close range or in line of sight. 2.4Ghz is working greater now. Very stable, no disconnects. ;)
How long have you been running it?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-122-Build-02-23663690 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:37:36 EDT New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.22 Build '02 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-122-Build-02-23661478 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-122-Build-02-23661478 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:10:15 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23574094 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23574094 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 09:33:10 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23573675 said by BimmerE38FN:

You can get it directly from there FTP site without having to log into the forum. All there builds are there. :D

Beta 08 has been great on my A1 HW. Just hope the Wireless N gets some attention now.
I understand...but don't get your hopes up too high.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23573675 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 02:53:47 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23560724
Beta 08 has been great on my A1 HW. Just hope the Wireless N gets some attention now. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23560724 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:16:30 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23482802 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23482802 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:16:11 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23448309 said by MLGTWISTED:

Here's the link to the D-link forums - »forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=8822.0

As it says, please download at your own risk. My thoughts are; that the 2nd beta build screwed my router up so I'm honestly not risking much by testing this firmware.

Beta Release Notes

- This code can be used with all hardware revisions of the DGL-4500
- This code addresses the WAN slowdown and lockups

I'll report back with an update to see how smooth things are going.
I know Build '08 just came out, but for me, the Build '03 works better with the A1 hardware. Therefore, could someone please upload the 1.21NA Build '03 to rapidshare or another site like this? In order to download the Build '03 now on the D-Link Forum, you need to register with the forum. I registered for an account on the D-Link Forum, but I have not received an activation email, and it's been a couple of days already. So if anyone could please upload the '03 firmware via rapishare and post the link in this thread, that would be great. Or you can notify me by email.

imaking808@aol.com]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23448309 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 21:32:01 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23442201
»forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=9480.0]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23442201 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 12:09:45 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23378656 said by aaronwt:

Does this improve anything over the 1.15 firmware? I've been using 1.15 for a while now and it has been flawless for me. I have had zero issues with it and my 60 devices on my Network. An dif it doesn't improve on anything I don't see any use in changing it.

said by MLGTWISTED:

Here's the link to the D-link forums - »forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=8822.0

As it says, please download at your own risk. My thoughts are; that the 2nd beta build screwed my router up so I'm honestly not risking much by testing this firmware.

Beta Release Notes

- This code can be used with all hardware revisions of the DGL-4500
- This code addresses the WAN slowdown and lockups

I'll report back with an update to see how smooth things are going.

Under no circumstances should you upgrade beyond 1.15!!!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23378656 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:21:19 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23368196
I just got a new laptop and can connect wireless with no problem. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23368196 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:52:52 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23363608

]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23363608 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:09:32 EDT Re: An example of ignorance http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-An-example-of-ignorance-23359336 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-An-example-of-ignorance-23359336 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:23:11 EDT Re: An example of ignorance http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-An-example-of-ignorance-23353942 said by drip:

»DGL-4300 Question!?

These are some perfect examples of horribly ignorant posts even though it is about a latter model. The DGL-4300 does not have a single problem with VPN. However, as posted by such here you would think it does. I find it strange that I have and still do use it, even for work at the office, for VPN pass through.

There is not one mention of “was it configured properly?” Such makes me wonder how relative something is. Because when you configure with these routers, VPN pass through is done via the Virtual Server page only. You do not make any port configuration else where.

Now if there was mention of the configuration done in the correct manner then it would make me think that there is an issue. Especially, if it was experienced on other units and users.
Then discuss it in that thread, not this one. It should be noted that your response above is almost the exact same line that D-Link and their shills used for months, blaming the problems with the DGL-4500 on configuration issues while all along they knew they had a problem with the firmware. Only after thousands of people started to complain did they finally admit there was a big problem.

And last...for this particular topic that belongs to the other thread. When you pose a question you must also include your configuration information. If you don't and you choose not to respond quickly to requests for additional information then you have no right to expect anything close to something that resembles a solution. We're busy people...and frankly I only have time to help those who are at least willing enough to attempt to help themselves...this begins with posting a question that's complete....now back to this threads original topic which is the DGL-4500.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-An-example-of-ignorance-23353942 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:34:00 EDT An example of ignorance http://www.dslreports.com/forum/An-example-of-ignorance-23353833 DGL-4300 Question!?

These are some perfect examples of horribly ignorant posts even though it is about a latter model. The DGL-4300 does not have a single problem with VPN. However, as posted by such here you would think it does. I find it strange that I have and still do use it, even for work at the office, for VPN pass through.

There is not one mention of “was it configured properly?” Such makes me wonder how relative something is. Because when you configure with these routers, VPN pass through is done via the Virtual Server page only. You do not make any port configuration else where.

Now if there was mention of the configuration done in the correct manner then it would make me think that there is an issue. Especially, if it was experienced on other units and users. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/An-example-of-ignorance-23353833 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:14:11 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23353756 said by BHNtechXpert:

Now wait a second...first you bring up the Netgear unit and now you attempt to attack the information provided in another thread. Honestly I don't have time to take someone through the VERY simple process of opening up ones router. First of all the guy gave limited information and I'm not spending any time on somebody who doesn't ask a complete question. Second this isn't the thread for this. If you want to help the guy out without knowing exactly what he's done then feel free to do so IN THAT THREAD...not this one. As for your "core knowledge"...please...spare me! I posted the basis for my facts at the start of this thread...that data doesn't lie and neither do the countless thousands of other complaints related to the very same firmware and model.

The more you post..the more you look like another D-Link shill so my advice...don't post.

DRIP REMEMBER THIS POST IN THE OTHER THREAD?

reply to vizionblind
It would be advisable to map out your network for the forum members. In other words describe what you are using and its configurations. You don't just go to a doctor and say I have a cough.

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Now you know why I didn't go any further. I'm not a network mind reader and I honestly don't have time to wait around for him to respond...even after responding he didn't give us anything to work with so why bother...before you cross thread attack somebody please...get the facts straight. I'm perfectly willing and able to help someone with a reasonable problem...facts and response time but I have no intention of mind melding with uncle Tom Dick or Harry to try and help them....they have to at least be willing to help themselves.
So, this is exactly how you wish to present yourself? Paranoid, irritable about any other's short sightings, and arbitrarily argue facts?

I do understand how you feel to a certain degree. I have dealt with it enough that I do not frequently post to the forums anymore. Many do not know how to communicate and having to decode does take some experience and skill that many are not willing to exercise. However, I think it would be better to refrain as I usually do if you cannot help the person. Good intentions can often be far worse and cause more complications than no help at all.

As for arbitrating the threads facts, well that is something that you are going to have to deal with. It is a fact that has been pointed out due to the actions that have taken place concerning the firmware and commentary of others. It is a simple fact that it is not really a good option when at least a good comparison is done. You made a good counter statement, but as with any product there should be knowledge and experience-not everything is a "toaster." And also, of course, caveat emptor.

The core logic refute is just a typical ad hominem. No need to proceed any further than that.

Your facts are inconclusive as with others. There is no control method for testing. The ISPgeeks ' test is inconclusive, e.g.. There was not any mention of the method(s), just datums thrown at the reader. I can easily replicate your findings by taxing the network and then executing the test.

Ignorance is just as countless as the threads that have been made. This is from the many in the forums not one person in particular. I think something needs to be said to contain this and point the effort in the correct direction.

The more I post the more you refute your own self in a horrible and disgusting manner. Accusing a forum member as if part of some conspiracy. As if I came here on April of 2003, like a Visitor, to create discontent with the firmware. That is just plain asinine.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23353756 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:01:13 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23336695
reply to vizionblind
It would be advisable to map out your network for the forum members. In other words describe what you are using and its configurations. You don't just go to a doctor and say I have a cough.

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Now you know why I didn't go any further. I'm not a network mind reader and I honestly don't have time to wait around for him to respond...even after responding he didn't give us anything to work with so why bother...before you cross thread attack somebody please...get the facts straight. I'm perfectly willing and able to help someone with a reasonable problem...facts and response time but I have no intention of mind melding with uncle Tom Dick or Harry to try and help them....they have to at least be willing to help themselves.
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The more you post..the more you look like another D-Link shill so my advice...don't post.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23336666 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:05:38 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23336556
I am unsure about what could actually be the problem with the DGL-4500 for some but I know one thing. When I asked a while back what the "issue" was there was no direct answer from anyone. Also reading much of the help around here is so far off at times that it makes me often wonder.

Like at Vizionblind's post: D-LINK DGL 4300. How do I get my router from STRICT to OPEN? Look at the answer you and MLGTWISTED provided and then compare how you two have had some of the most complicated problems with the DGL-4500. This is not the only post I have seen here like so.

I cant deny that there may be an issue with the router because it is probable-although me and my users are not experiencing this personally. But I wonder if it relative to the router or to the knowledge and implementation of the user.

I do think it is a valid point to make about the WNDR3700, because anyone with a bit of wit will find all the routers in about the same boat, and this one does not qualify as a sure win to me in a technical comparison. But there are some that really are very compatible with protocols and the Ubicom processor and ipOS combo have proven to me (at least) to be one of the best SOHO routers out there.

]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23336556 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:45:17 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23334332 said by drip:

The only problem I had was with the previous firmware causing a reboot. With the recent firmware and the beta I am testing out the only problem I have, which is very asinine, is the fact that I have to reboot if I enable or disable a port on the router. All is perfect and I have one the supposed defective A1 models. It makes me wonder how relative this is to the users.

Personally, the new Netgear router is not that much better than people think. One major reason as to why I say this is due to the fact that it is not 802.11n ratified. It is a draft 802.11n.

You probably don't do much with the wireless side of your DGL-4500 then because the latest firmware update did nothing to improve it and in many cases appears to have made things worse.

Not much has been discussed about the Netgear router here because its not a thread for that but honestly I think people are talking in general terms. Meaning better support, better reliability so far and no known firmware issues that impede the product from delivering as advertised...none of which D-Link has a concept about.
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Personally, the new Netgear router is not that much better than people think. One major reason as to why I say this is due to the fact that it is not 802.11n ratified. It is a draft 802.11n.
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They know if they jerk you around long enough you will just go away. Now if you guys had just done what I told you to do...I mean all of you...we wouldn't talkin about this still today..it would be in a courtroom by now.
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I see you pretty much said the hell with it over in the dlink 3rd phase thread. I take it you couldn't get the thing to work reliably wireless or wired eh? Maybe its time to just file that complaint and get your money back sir. File the complaint and you WILL get your money back.
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I am curious has anyone tested the wired speeds and checked to see if they are up to par? They do not seem to be to me. It used to be superfluous. Now I am bursty and around 20MB/s lower than I used to get.
I'll plug the thing back in and run the same diagnostics again and post back. I suspect they will be fine...never had issues there just had the issues with the lockup and wireless.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23288089 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:14:41 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23283492 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23283492 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:49:35 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23275206 said by iamisraeli :

i also have a problem with my DLINK router.

i have a DGL 4300, when updated firmware to 1.5 the problem started.
i had router restarts, wifi problem to it stopped working after day or two need to plug off the power the router to make it work again.
L2TP was reconnected like 3-4 times a day (and when connected directly to pc almost never disconnected)

i played Online games with this router and when i was AFK it always DC from the internet.
it pissed me off but had nothing to do...

when updated to 1.9 (from dlink officially website)
my router worked few hours and after it connection with pc gone.

and now, even when i reset the router the connection not getting back.
i cant even join the router configurations address to downgrade it back.
seems like the router completely fucked up.

now bought a DGL 4500 and scare to update firmware (the DGL dc but i had good performanse even when others used thier pc my games worked great)

sorry for my english.
This probably isnt the thread for you question. This is dealing primarily with the dgl-4500 using the latest firmware only.
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i have a DGL 4300, when updated firmware to 1.5 the problem started.
i had router restarts, wifi problem to it stopped working after day or two need to plug off the power the router to make it work again.
L2TP was reconnected like 3-4 times a day (and when connected directly to pc almost never disconnected)

i played Online games with this router and when i was AFK it always DC from the internet.
it pissed me off but had nothing to do...

when updated to 1.9 (from dlink officially website)
my router worked few hours and after it connection with pc gone.

and now, even when i reset the router the connection not getting back.
i cant even join the router configurations address to downgrade it back.
seems like the router completely fucked up.

now bought a DGL 4500 and scare to update firmware (the DGL dc but i had good performanse even when others used thier pc my games worked great)

sorry for my english.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23270084 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:11:20 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23254052 said by DIR855 :

Hey there;

I have been trying to document the issues with DLink and there firmware regarding wireless restarts on my blog at »dir855.wordpress.com/wireless-restarts/

I recently had a user do some wireshark packet captures and has discovered potentially why there is wireless issues. Have a look and see if you think this is inline with what you have scene.
I've added your examples to all the pages posted related to this issue. If anyone else has examples they want to share please let us know. The sooner we can connect all the dots and show consumers there is a clear pattern of deception, misdirection related to D-Links products the better.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23254052 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:16:43 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23246029
I have been trying to document the issues with DLink and there firmware regarding wireless restarts on my blog at »dir855.wordpress.com/wireless-restarts/

I recently had a user do some wireshark packet captures and has discovered potentially why there is wireless issues. Have a look and see if you think this is inline with what you have scene.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23246029 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:29:22 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23244577 said by MLGTWISTED:

I tried to give D-link the benefit of the doubt, but Im having serious wireless issues, so serious we went out to get ethernet cables today to run into my office. I now have wireless turned off completely on the router, its just doesn't work the way its supposed to. Disconnects or pages just failing to load, the first days seemed okay, but wireless is unusable for me right now.

We need a new firmware, I can't deal with this anymore its really annoying me.

Im trying to sign up for d-link's beta forum to give some feedback, but I can't sign up for some reason.
Why not strengthen your position by also filing the BBB complaint as I've detailed? It truly takes less than 5 minutes and ask anyone who's followed the instructions...you do get better results. Plus it forever documents your experience with D-Link and thats important to prevent this from happening to other users.
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We need a new firmware, I can't deal with this anymore its really annoying me.

Im trying to sign up for d-link's beta forum to give some feedback, but I can't sign up for some reason.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23244362 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:47:11 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23240717 said by Eebobb:

So they cant fix their own routers firmware. Sad lol
Well if you think about it they spent the first 5 months in total denial that a problem even existed. This company exists router to router...they create one piece of garbage, sell the hell out of it until the complaints start coming in, retire it (and all the warranty issues) and release the same garbage all over again with a few changes under a new product title.

If you sit down and calculate the time out it's been what about 3 years since the dgl-4500 was first announced...its life is over in technical terms. They've learned they can drag things out just long enough to exceed the warranty coverage and then the life cycle of the product. What they hope for is that the problems don't explode into something like this affecting thousands of people. So long as they don't have a disaster like this during the life cycle they still make money.

The sick part about this is that people still keep coming back for more despite the countless thousands of complaint posts about this company. Everywhere you look there are complaints about this dlink model or that dlink model and it almost always revolves around firmware. You would think people would start paying attention and stop buying the product.

Now your issues still exist. My question is have you followed the advice I posted in the other thread on this site and filed your BBB complaint? If not...why not? Get your money back and get yourself a product that works and is properly supported. They broke your router, they obviously can't fix it in a reasonable period of time and they are obligated to either REPLACE it or give your money back.

Spend 5 minutes tonight and file your complaint. When they respond to the complaint on or about Weds they will no doubt want you to wait and see if the new firmware fixes all your problems. We already know it won't, hell they even admitted it in their forums..therefore when they respond with this you immediately file a response that says NO..either replace the router or give you the money back...it's that simple...play hardball. You won't regret it.

If enough of you people will stop dillydallin around and file your complaints and demand closure they have no choice but to comply. The choice is make it right with you or you join the damaged class and thats when I can really help you.

Until you guys get up and do these things and hold D-Links nose to the fire I can't do a thing for you. And to be honest I really hope they refuse you so we can get enough people together and nail these bastards.
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I still feel as though the firmware only likes certain settings, but when you have those settings there's no need to change anything. Its trial and error at this point, but I believe the setting I have now are about as good as I can get and without the router doing wierd things.

Im going to keep these settings for about 3 days, if my wired and wireless connections are stable I list my settings.

I really wish d-link would fix the settings that make the router fall apart though, so far wireless with no secuirity is terrible, and it appears that gamerfuel and WISH have to be on for some reason.
Some of you may be getting different results so I'd like to here what settings are working for everybody else.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23239195 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:24:55 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23238390

]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23238390 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:25:12 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23233179 said by khevynn:

Hey there, MLG... Just curious if you can give me a few pointers on using this router properly. Here is what I have:

2 Alienware gaming laptops (wife and myself) running vista 32 and playing primarily WoW, connecting wirelessly.
xbox 360 (my son) for his online gaming, also wireless.

We have comcast highspeed internet currently, and I just recently updated the firmware on the router to the latest. I believe it is the 1.21.

I have NOT set up any gaming priority yet since the firmware update, but I'm hesitant to do so until I understand it fully. The way I understand it is only one computer (IP address) can have the World of Warcraft pre-set port forwarding settings assigned to it. At least I don't think it's possible for more than one, but therein lies my problem.

Both my wife and I play WoW simultaneously, and my son will be upstairs playing xbox live. Recently, we have been getting randomly disconnected from the internet (not the router, as it still shows us being connected to it, just "Local" and not "Local and Internet". After a few moments, we are all back up and running, only to have it occur again a few minutes later. Being a fellow WoW player, you understand the issues this can cause in raids and such. How can I make the three devices work harmoniously and at optimal performance?
Well you have to use WPA2 Only and TKIP Security which I've just discoverd, and wireless clients don't seem to disconnect anymore, ever.
Use G and N only for wireless, probably use channel 11 for less interferance, and lock in a wireless speed, I use 36 I believe, you could use 54 if needs be.
The biggest thing is the security being WPA2 though, that should stop the random disconnects.

I turn SPI off, and use Endpoint Independent for UDP & TCP, that should cure any connection issues.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23233179 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:20:20 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23232988 said by khevynn:

Hey there, MLG... Just curious if you can give me a few pointers on using this router properly. Here is what I have:

2 Alienware gaming laptops (wife and myself) running vista 32 and playing primarily WoW, connecting wirelessly.
xbox 360 (my son) for his online gaming, also wireless.

We have comcast highspeed internet currently, and I just recently updated the firmware on the router to the latest. I believe it is the 1.21.

I have NOT set up any gaming priority yet since the firmware update, but I'm hesitant to do so until I understand it fully. The way I understand it is only one computer (IP address) can have the World of Warcraft pre-set port forwarding settings assigned to it. At least I don't think it's possible for more than one, but therein lies my problem.

Both my wife and I play WoW simultaneously, and my son will be upstairs playing xbox live. Recently, we have been getting randomly disconnected from the internet (not the router, as it still shows us being connected to it, just "Local" and not "Local and Internet". After a few moments, we are all back up and running, only to have it occur again a few minutes later. Being a fellow WoW player, you understand the issues this can cause in raids and such. How can I make the three devices work harmoniously and at optimal performance?
Why did you update to 1.21? Did you miss all the posts relating to that firmware here and other places? Since you've updated theres really nothing that will work properly with that router. If you just bought it, take it back and exchange it for something else.
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2 Alienware gaming laptops (wife and myself) running vista 32 and playing primarily WoW, connecting wirelessly.
xbox 360 (my son) for his online gaming, also wireless.

We have comcast highspeed internet currently, and I just recently updated the firmware on the router to the latest. I believe it is the 1.21.

I have NOT set up any gaming priority yet since the firmware update, but I'm hesitant to do so until I understand it fully. The way I understand it is only one computer (IP address) can have the World of Warcraft pre-set port forwarding settings assigned to it. At least I don't think it's possible for more than one, but therein lies my problem.

Both my wife and I play WoW simultaneously, and my son will be upstairs playing xbox live. Recently, we have been getting randomly disconnected from the internet (not the router, as it still shows us being connected to it, just "Local" and not "Local and Internet". After a few moments, we are all back up and running, only to have it occur again a few minutes later. Being a fellow WoW player, you understand the issues this can cause in raids and such. How can I make the three devices work harmoniously and at optimal performance?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23229182 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:25:48 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23226450
Back to QoS - ispgeek, are you using gamerfuel, have you tried these test with it on and off? I turned my gamerfuel back on and the QoS was apparently worse, so Im a little confused here.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23226450 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:44:40 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23225503 forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=445.0 - I got my settings from the final post in the thead.

It appears that WPA2 Only and TKIP Security seems to stop the issue, I've never normally needed or used security. Im not sure whats best for TKIP or AES, but so far no Recieved Deauthentication.

Im not sure why the router forces you to use this to get the best wireless performance?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23225503 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:40:57 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23224971 Its not as bad as before, but disconnects still happen, and are at random times.
Unfortunetly I have to go back to my old settings; which isn't the end of the world because they do seem stable for wireless even when using 1.21 v2.

NEW WIRELESS SETTINGS BEING TESTED

802.11 Mode - B Only (Yes really)
Channel 1
11 mbit/s

All gamerfuel and WISH is off, but Im putting DNS Relay back on because I am getting unresponsive pages, especially over wireless. I'll let you know how these settings go, but first settings didn't not work and the current firmware won't allow my previous settings to work.

EDIT - dlink: Wireless system with MAC address 0023DF77AE7D disconnected for reason: Received Deauthentication

I keep getting this, anyone know why?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23224971 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:11:01 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23219684 --
This is my favorite Broadband Speed Test site. Can't find me here? Try there!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23219684 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:45:32 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23219004 said by BHNtechXpert:

said by MLGTWISTED:

My 2nd test was over wired, both tests were over wired. QoS my be a bit off, but Im personally just happy to be still connected on wireless. If they can iron out QoS in another firmware then great, but staying connected was my biggest issue.

I understand. Sounds like you don't do a lot of gaming or anyting where QOS really is an issue.
Well, yes and no, I actually play alot of Halo, but lately I play WoW which isn't so bad for time sensitivity. I run a business from home and use wireless for the business, staying connected is really my priority right now. Trust me, I want QoS to be improved also, I want gamerfuel to be improved, there's alot I want to improve the way games play. I want D-link to make it so that gamefuel performance actually out performs a router with gamerfuel off, because right now it doesn't.

Its obvious that this firmware beta's focus was staying connected and not QoS of any kind because with 2 hrs I turned gamefuel and WISH off. I think QoS with gamefuel off should also be improved because producing consistent bandwidth seems to be an issue.

I'm not naive enough to think my Cable provider has perfect service either because it doesn't, Unfortunetly Im not completely sure who to blame this QoS on, Optimum Online or my router? Im not confident in either for a strong QoS.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23219004 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:56:58 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23218935 said by MLGTWISTED:

My 2nd test was over wired, both tests were over wired. QoS my be a bit off, but Im personally just happy to be still connected on wireless. If they can iron out QoS in another firmware then great, but staying connected was my biggest issue.
I understand. Sounds like you don't do a lot of gaming or anyting where QOS really is an issue.
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Ran the same TCP test and got these results this time - »174.34.146.20/myspeed/db/report?id=26712

Don't know why I got poor results first time.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23218911 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:43:35 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23216492 --
This is my favorite Broadband Speed Test site. Can't find me here? Try there!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23216492 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:56:55 EDT Re: New DGL-4500 Beta Firmware 1.21 Build '03 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23216490 Connection Up Time : 1 Day 1 Hour 09 Min 46 Sec

Though I am seeing alot of this on the logs page -
dlink: Wireless system with MAC address 00219181B90E disconnected for reason: Received Deauthentication.

I assume this is the truning on or off of wireless clients because there has been no disconnects.

I wonder how long this will last?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-New-DGL4500-Beta-Firmware-121-Build-03-23216490 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:50:41 EDT