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Microsoft MN-500 wireless router
Microsoft MN-500
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/23/13 04:20:59
 
 
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The majority of people had positive reviews and opinions about this product.
 
 
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This product is no longer selling but you can find accessories and supplies.
 
 
 
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• 11 Mbps • 128-bit WEP
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (6)
 
Published
Jun 30, 2003
Editor Rating
2.0/5
Microsoft MN-500 Review & Rating | PCMag.com
The Microsoft MN-500 is the lowest-priced product in our roundup, and you get what you pay for...We must admit, however, that the MN-500's user interface is extremely informative and easy to understand when run on a PC with Windows XP...We had a few complaints with the MN-500's configuration...The included help manual devotes a couple of pages...
Published
Sep 19, 2002
 
 
Microsoft MN-500 wireless base station - Wireless Access Points - CNET Archive
Easy, wizard-based installation; good phone support; solid security features....So-so performance; no wall-mounting hardware....Microsoft's documentation tells you how to set up the MN-500 in bridging mode...The MN-500/MN-520 combo is a real home run for anyone who wants to either build a wireless network from scratch, or add wireless capability to an existing...
I need the Software download from the net for the MN-500 W ...
But, you can get Microsoft Broadband Network Utility for final connection online. ... Forum MN-500 can't workgroup a wireless to an E' net device?...
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USER REVIEWS (20)
 
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114 user reviews
 
(4.15 out of 5)
Average rating
from 83
reviews
4.2/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station...
"That is not in the instructions but my ISP told me it would be a good idea..."

"All in all, I'm very happy with the Microsoft Broadband Networking products and I am getting a good signal all over my 2 story home..."

"Signal strength is only "Very good" and not "Excellent" as it is in all the rooms within 20 feet upstairs..."

Average rating
from 9
reviews
4.0/5
Microsoft Broadband Networking MN-500 Wireless Base Station (L21-00001) Router Product...
"Absolutely OUTSTANDING support from Microsoft ; super-fast transfer rate; first-quality product! My DSL service isn't compatible with it..."

"Works very well, great wireless range and speed, good range of configuration options Tricky setup, MS-dependent firmware upgrades Summary: I bought this router, together with a MS MN 520 wireless card, to share a cable connection with a desktop..."

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Average rating
from 7
reviews
4.4/5
Buy.com - Microsoft - MN-500 Wireless Broadband Router
"Had XP PC up and running in 15 minutes..."

"I live on a three story house (two levels and a basement) and my range goes from Good to Very Good..."

"The only good point is the adequate feature for newbie..."

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Microsoft Broadband Networking - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Microsoft Broadband Networking was a series of computer networking hardware products marketed by Microsoft from 2002 ... The MN-500 served as a wireless access ...
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Needing possible firmware update for Microsoft Wireless ...
The router is made by Microsoft and the model number is MN 500. ... series 802.11b (Model MN-500). The power light stays a steady green ...
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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Microsoft MN-500 Wireless Broadband Router - Microsoft Routers Reviews and Prices...
"Easy of integration, Win-XP home found the hardware, and integrated it; the sharing of the printer was a breeze..."

"The Microsoft wireless router was a breeze to install..."

"And the Tech-support solved a problem with 3rd party firewall..."

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Microsoft MN-500 wireless base station - Wireless Access Points - CNET Archive
"Yep, it no longer matters to anyone else, but good job to Microsoft for marketing this little gem back in the day..."

"Wow for a Change somthing that works 100% the first time Super easy to setup (even without the CD), good range, built-in everything..."

"1) It can get gummed up sometimes and needs a reset (which can be done via online interface) once every few months (e.g..."

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Average rating
from 9
reviews
4.4/5
Microsoft Broadband Networking MN500 Wireless Base Station Router Reviews. Product...
"My DSL service isn't compatible with it..."

"Great functionality,Highly Stable Connections,Good Signal Reception,Easy to Set Up,Easy..."

"Works very well, great wireless range and speed, good range of configuration options Tricky setup, MS-dependent firmware upgrades I bought this router, together with a MS MN 520 wireless card, to share a cable connection with a desktop PC and a laptop..."

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Average rating
from 4
reviews
3.0/5
Microsoft Broadband Networking MN-500 Wireless Base Station Router - Reviews & Prices...
"I have tried out the top 5 wireless networking equipement and found that the Microsoft Router was by far the best..."

"I would strongly recommend this product..."

"worked great for two weeks and then crashed and wont go back up..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Complete coverage of the Microsoft BBAND NTWK WRLSS BASE STATION HARDWARE CD/3.5...
"Easy of integration, Win-XP home found the hardware, and integrated it; the sharing of the printer was a breeze..."

"The Microsoft wireless router was a breeze to install..."

"And the Tech-support solved a problem with 3rd party firewall..."

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MANUFACTURERS (6)
 
MN-500 Base Station Configuration Guide - Microsoft Home Page ...
MN-500 Base Station Configuration Guide Contents Opening the Base Station Management Tool ...
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| Nintendo - Customer Service | Wireless Router - Microsoft ...
* If you have changed the router's default login settings you will need to enter the newer username and/or password. If you are unable to log in to the router, please ...
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Wireless - Setup 2 - Turtle Beach :: Knowledgebase
wireless network can connect to the Microsoft MN-500 Wireless hub, which is connected to the cable modem. The device I am using to connect to the...
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Microsoft MN-700 | Configuring your router for Network ...
You selected Microsoft MN-700. This router supports UPnP and it is always turned on. You don't need to change UPnP setting by yourself. If you failed in network ...
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