Review of RB750 Routerboard Mikrotik

An entirely new class of product in the RouterBOARD lineup, the RB750 is a small five port ethernet router in a nice plastic case. Not only is this an attractive looking tiny SOHO unit, it’s price is lower than the RouterOS license alone - there simply is no choice when it comes to managing your wired home network, the RB750 has it all.

Not only it’s affordable, small, good looking and easy to use - It’s probably the most affordable MPLS capable router on the market. No more compromise between price and features - RB750 has both. With it’s compact design and clean looks, it will fit perfectly intoany SOHO environment. RouterBOARD 750 with AR7240 CPU, 32MB RAM, 5 LAN ports, RouterOS L4, plastic case, power supply

Details descriptions:
RAM : 32 MB
Architecture : MIPS-BE
LAN Ports : 5

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10 of Frequently Asked Questions about Motorola Surfboard Modem

• What is a SURFboard cable modem?
  Similar to a telephone modem, which sends and receives signals over the telephone network to a PC, a SURFboard cable modem sends and receives signals over a cable TV system network. An important difference between telephone and cable TV system networks is capacity. Because telephone networks were built to carry only voice signals, the capacity or "bandwidth" is very limited. Cable TV system networks were designed to deliver full motion video and, as a result, have much greater bandwidth. This significantly greater bandwidth enables the cable TV system network to deliver more information per second. Cable TV system networks that use the SURFboard cable modem can provide their customers with network connections capable of delivering the Internet and multimedia services at very high speeds. For cable systems that have a mixture of 2-Way and 1-Way plant, Motorola offers a DOCSIS Dual Mode modem that can run on a 2-Way or 1-Way (Telco Return) cable plant.
• How does a SURFboard cable modem work?
  The cable TV system plant dedicates a standard cable TV channel for data transfer of Internet and multimedia services. A computer equipped with a SURFboard cable modem is then connected to the cable TV system network using the same type of hook-up used for a television. Once connected, the SURFboard cable modem tunes to the channel set aside for data transfer to access the Internet and other multimedia services offered by the cable TV operator. The SURFboard cable modem receives digital information carried over the cable TV network and passes it through to the computer via USB or a standard 10BaseT Ethernet interface.
  



• What's the difference between Motorola SURFboard cable modems and other cable modems?
  Motorola has been one of the leaders in the cable Internet industry since it began. In fact, in almost 9 million homes all around the world are currently using Motorola cable modems. Now you have the benefit of Motorola's (formerly General Instrument) years of experience as well - with every Motorola SURFboard modem. Our cable modems also come with a limited warranty, satisfaction guarantee, and 24-hour technical support
• How do consumers benefit from using a SURFboard cable modem?
  The immediate benefit is extremely fast Internet access. A cable modem network delivers data at raw speeds up to 38 Mbps (million bits per second). This is equivalent to 1,000 times faster than a standard 28.8 Kbps (thousand bits per second) telephone modem in a shared broadcast environment. Cable modem users typically see average speeds of 1.5 Mbps, depending on the service level provided by their provider and by the constraints and limitations of the Internet.
  
  In addition to Internet access, the cable TV industry also envisions providing its subscribers with compelling, video-enriched interactive entertainment that takes advantage of the bandwidth currently used to deliver video. Much of what we see on the World Wide Web (WWW) today is designed to the constraints of slow telephone networks and modems. Most Web sites are comprised of text-based pages with minimal, static graphics. In the cable modem environment, the WWW can include sites with full motion video, animated text and audio. All of this at warp speed.
  
  We believe the future will bring many more exciting possibilities as multimedia publishers build products that take full advantage of the high-bandwidth environment enabled by cable modems.
• What comes with my Motorola SURFboard cable modem?
  Quite simply, virtually everything you need to begin surfing the Web with your computer. Included with your SURFboard cable modem are Ethernet and USB cables, power cord, and USB drivers on CD-Rom.
• I have more than one computer. Do I need more than one Motorola SURFboard computer modem?
  No, if your computers are connected via a network, one Motorola cable modem will support up to 32 computers. Since each computer must have its own unique IP address - which you can order through your cable provider or ISP - expect to pay a little extra each month for each additional computer you tie in.
  
  Soon Motorola will be offering our newest addition to the SURFboard family, the SBG100 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway. This Gateway will allow you to link multiple PCs throughout your home via Ethernet, USB, wireless and HPNA.
• When will SURFboard cable modems be available?
  Motorola's SURFboard cable modems are available today. Cable companies have been progressively rolling out DOCSIS around the world. Check with your local cable operator to see if DOCSIS is in your area.
• Are SURFboard cable modems sold in retail stores, catalogs, over the Internet, etc.? Yes, SURFboard cable modems are available to be purchased online now, and at many retailers such as Best Buy, Circuit City and The Wiz, as well as through many cable operators throughout the world.
  
  The DOCSIS standard was created to ensure there would be fully interoperable equipment available to the public via normal retail and direct sale outlets.
  
  All SURFboard cable modems comply with the DOCSIS standard and operate on any DOCSIS compliant Cable TV network.
• Is the SURFboard modem compatible with cable modem equipment from other manufacturers?
  
  Yes. All SURFboard cable modems are now built to comply with the Data-Over-Cable-System-Interface-Specification (DOCSIS) standard. Click for more information about DOCSIS.
  
  In fact, SURFboard received its first CableLabs Certification in May 1999. Motorola was one of the first few companies to receive this certification, which indicates that the cable modem fully complies with the DOCSIS standard after passing an extensive battery of compliance tests.
  
  There will continue to be non-DOCSIS cable systems and you should always verify compatibility with your cable operator. Customers of proprietary cable modem systems should check with their service provider on availability of DOCSIS and any upgrade path.
• Which computers and operating systems are supported by SURFboard cable modems?
  The SURFboard external cable modems run with any computer that supports USB or Ethernet interface, including PCs, Macs, laptops, and workstations. SURFboard modems are compatible with any operating system that runs on these computers as long as the operating system supports TCP/IP (such as MAC OS, Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP, Linux, and Unix). As you may already know, USB is not supported with Windows 95 and NT. Motorola's SURFboard cable modem USB drivers are WHQL Certified for WIndows 98/2000/Me/XP.

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Motorola SURFboard SB5120 - cable modem

Motorola's next-generation SURFboard SB5120 Cable Modem incorporates the latest DOCSIS 2.0 Advanced Time Division Multiple Access (A-TDMA) and Sychnronous Code Division Multiple Access (S-CDMA) technologies to provide up to three times greater upstream capacity than DOCSIS 1.0/1.1 systems. Packed with power, the SB5120 is interoperable and backward compatible with DOCSIS 1.0 and 1.1 for a fast and timely transition - operators can deploy the SB5120 today without a service interruption. The Motorola SURFboard SB5120 is flexible and allows operators to maximize their current infrastructure investments and also offer additional cost-effective services, all at the same time. Convenient for both operators and end-users alike, the SURFboard SB5120 ensures end-user security via a top-mounted stand-by switch that quickly isolates the USB and Ethernet connection to the PC without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network. What's more, the SB5120 simplifies troubleshooting with its front panel status indicator LEDs and integrated HTML diagnostics page. The SURFboard SB5120 is competitively priced and includes many of the valuable features found in previous SURFboard models, such as USB and Ethernet connectivity, software upgrades available over the network, proven field reliability, a quality, advanced RF design, and a high-performance processor. Highly functional and attractive, the Motorola SURFboard SB5120 features a new, compact design that is a stylish and clutter-free addition to virtually any desktop.

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The PoweRouter 732, product review of Mikrotik Router

Born out of the need for a high-end Rack Mount Mikrotik Router, The PoweRouter 732 is a Enterprise / Carrier Class, Industrial x86 Mikrotik RouterOS platform. Specifically designed for Enterprises of any size, this system is designed to be a replacement for other costly routers. The 1U form Factor chassis is rack mountable and delivers an ultra compact design with high-end performance, and with forward facing Gigabit Ethernet ports, you are sure to have easy access to all of our routing needs.

Features:

* 1U Rack Mountable
* Up to 5.9 Gigabits Routable throughput - tested!
* Seven (7) Front Mounted Gigabit Ethernet Ports
* All Ethernet / Serial Connections are mounted on the front for easy access
* Intel Pentium 4 Dual-Core 3.00 Gig Processor
* Custom Designed System Board
* Industrial Board and Power Supply Design
* Space for 2.5 inch HD, great for a caching Mikrotik Box
* 512meg DDR2 RAM - Crucial RAM
* Compact Flash Card
* Level 4 Mikrotik License Installed
* 1 x mPCI Slot for Wireless Cards - Can order with 5db Omni on back
* 1 x PCI Slot for T1, fiber, or 4 port Ethernet cards
* 1 x Space for 2.5 gig HD - Can order with HD for Caching etc.
* Plug it in, connect, start configuring.
* MTBF of Over 100,000 Hours!

Size: 16.84inch W x 1.7inch H x 11.85inch Deep : 427.7mm W x 44mm H x 301mm Deep
Operational Temp: 32F - 104F : 0 C - 40 C
Input Voltage: 100 - 240VAC -- Standard US Power Cord -- Will work with Europe 220 Volt
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Motorola SURFboard DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem

Get to your favorite Web sites quickly, download graphics with unbelievable ease, and enjoy real-time interactive PC gaming and expand console gaming with broadband Internet access from the cable modem market leader — Motorola.

With the next-generation SURFboard SB5101 cable modem, you're compatible with today's broadband Internet — and ready for the future, too. When your cable service provider upgrades to a DOCSIS® 2.0 network system, you'll surf the Internet at as much as 30 Mbps — 3 times faster than earlier modems!

With Ethernet and USB connectivity, installation couldn't be simpler. A convenient stand-by button provides hassle-free security by disengaging from the PC without disconnecting from the cable network. Troubleshooting is a breeze too, thanks to front panel status indicator LEDs and an online diagnostics page.

Once you've experienced broadband powered by Motorola, you'll never want to go back to dial up again! Get onto the cable pipeline today with the powerful, convenient, flexible and simple to install SURFboard SB5101 cable modem.

Features

• Always on, always connected
• Installs easily in just four steps
• User-friendly online diagnostics page
• No additional software required
• Slim vertical design saves desk space
• USB or Ethernet connectivity — simplifies installation, enhances versatility
• Capable of downloading up to 100 times faster than traditional 28.8k analog phone modems*
• No telephone line needed
• When connected to a DOCSIS 2.0 cable network, capable of up to 30 Mbps upstream capacity — that's 3 times faster than our previous models
• Real-time gaming access
• Specially designed architecture — allows for future upgrades
• Top-mounted stand by switch — disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the computer without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network
• CableLabs® DOCSIS® 1.1 and 2.0 Certified

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Motorola SURFboard SB4200 Cable Modem

$220.00

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The latest addition to Motorola's SURFboard Cable Modem family, the SURFboard SB4200, has been redesigned with the consumer in mind. The Motorola SURFboard SB4200 features a user-friendly, convenient, top-mounted stand-by switch. The stand-by switch disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the CPE without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network, providing security and flexibility. Competitively priced, the SB4200 includes all the features of previous SURFboard Cable Modems, including USB connectivity, software upgrades available over the network, advanced RF design, top-notch field reliability and high-performance processors. It offers both Ethernet and USB interface connectivity to help ensure compatibility with almost any PC or Macintosh network-ready computer system. And its 10/100BaseT auto-sensing Ethernet lines allow for seamless communications.

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