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The ASUS RT-N66U has been packaged in a similar style to many ASUS devices, with the box highlighting that it is a Dual-band N900 router.
The back of the box goes into more detail about the features of this device as well as giving some comparisons with previous ASUS router models. This includes features such as the ‘High Bitrate Transfers and Lag-free Streaming’ as well as the ‘Optimized and Reliable Wireless Coverage’ and other useful features.
ASUS include a warranty notice, a quick start guide and a driver/utility CD.
The power supply included is unusual in its design, but does come with both UK and Euro plugs.
ASUS provide a stand for most of their router range and the RT-N66U isn't an exception. We know this will be a great addition as it allows you easy access to the router ports and makes it easy to keep cables tidy.
ASUS have also bundled a standard Ethernet cable.
Seriously!!! You really expect me to believe that you tested correctly and received 450mbps in the same room and 405mbps 23 m away! I test computer hardware for a living and am lucky indeed if I can get half of the rated speed of a router even in the same room in ideal conditions. I would like your reviews more if you mentioned exactly how you test the equipment from a software and hardware perspective. I have tested this router and came nowhere near your results and I was using the Asus USB N66 client and Lantest.
I have this router and it holds between 400-450mbps in all of my house – even downstairs through two walls. All depends on the partnering equipment and other signals in the house.
@greg – I wouldnt be getting so excited about it. I also would look for a new job if you test hardware and get on like this, not good for your blood pressure. Even with a cape and supercharacter logo on it.
I have a netgear router capable of over 500mbit and it holds over 400mbit downstairs and even between a wall. it drops to around 380 outside the house at the rear, which is quite some distance.
The issue Greg is experiencing is conflicting signals and often neighbouring signals can reduce speeds too. my cousins house has wireless neigbouring systems all around and its not too good.
Getting good wireless signals is very much to do with partnering gear and a clear signal without others in the path.
if I make my account have a super hero avatar can I act like a twat too?
ive a rangemax and that helps, but I notice my signal can go up and down a lot at times. sometimes I get 300mbit then other times 380mbit, but yesterday I was getting 180mbit. I need a new setup. I do notice if my wireless source is close to my mobile phone it drops badly !
What options to choose? What are the benefits. Confusing 🙁