[raybbr]

What did you replace it with?

[jwsea55]

I have used a lot of Linksys E2500/N600 router, about $80. Haven't had any failures with the things in 2 years or so. I have had pretty good luck with router bridging across the Windows and Apple platform, which seems to be a problem with many other routers maintaining a connection with Apple products, particularly the iPad. "The signal is generally pretty strong".

The wizard setup sucks...I always do manual setup. Not sure if you know how but it is the better alternative if you do. If not, that is your alternative.

Since your laptop doesn't have 5 ghz, you are not cabable of receiving on that frequency. Your laptop and router will automatically find a frequency that works, assuming you haven't disabled any of them. Good luck.

[Little Bill]

Belkin 600N, duel band. Works well so far.