Siemens SpeedStream Powerline 802.11b Wireless Access Point
Editors' rating
Excellent
8.1
out of 10
- The good: Easy to install; compact design; solid performance; portable.
- The bad: Skimpy user documentation.
- The bottom line: The SpeedStream is an excellent device for anyone who wants to wirelessly access the Net from the deepest reaches of the home.
- Reviewed by:
- Allen Fear
- Review date: 2/4/03
- Update date: 2/6/03
Service and support of Siemens SpeedStream Powerline 802.11b Wireless Access Point
Setup and ease of use: 8 Features and security: 9 Performance: 8 Service and support: 6
Siemens support page.
The SpeedStream 2521 power-line 802.11b wireless access point comes with a disappointing one-year warranty. Other manufacturers such as D-Link offer a three-year plan, while 3Com and Belkin come through with lifetime coverage. You can double the standard warranty, but you must register your product online. (The registration form asks for your name and address--nothing too threatening.) On the plus side, Siemens offers toll-free, 24/7 phone support for the lifetime of the product. You can also find firmware upgrades, up-to-date troubleshooting tips, and FAQs on the well-organized Siemens Web site. In addition, the Web site contains a networking knowledge section with brief overviews on wireless, power-line, and Ethernet technology, along with links to SpeedStream products.
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