Recommended gigabit 802.11n routers that work with DD-WRT [closed]
It seems like N is still up and coming. Possible candidates, all Linksys:
- WRT350N seems decent but a few people have had to buy a RAM heatsink to stick on the processor to prevent overheating
- WRT600N looks good but I think it's discontinued
- WRT150N is seems to have the least issues and is stable but I think it's discontinued. This is perhaps the cheapest N router I could find. $60?
- WRT610N is a work in progress. The DD-WRT team is picking one apart right now to stabilize the firmware.
Finally, here's a chart just to show you what the stock firmware/hardware is capable of: http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/component/option,com_chart/Itemid,189/. If throughput is important, remember that DD-WRT does not increase speed, just adds a lot more functionality.
I realize this question was asked quite a while ago...
I've had very good luck with a pair of WRT320N routers running DD-WRT. Got them refurbished & I've been punishing both of them ever since I brought them home & loaded them with DD-WRT.
There is a very good thread regarding DD-WRT & the WRT320N, if you go this route be sure to read it.
Also, I've noticed significant speed increases due to the 802.11n and the gigabit switch. Sorry, I haven't done any quantitative measurements.
There's a complete list of dd-wrt supported 802.11n devices here:
http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Supported_Devices_802.11n