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Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint

Manufacturer: Linksys Inc.   Part number: BEFSX41
$56.52 - $87.68at 18 online stores.
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CNET Editors' rating: 7.2 out of 10
Average user rating: 5.1 out of 10


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CNET Editors' review - Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint
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Very good

7.2

out of 10
CNET Editor's rating: 7.2 out of 10
Reviewed by Xiao Ming Wu
Review date: 6/18/04
Release date: 6/1/03

The good: Can support two VPN tunnels; cheap.

The bad: Lacks AppleTalk support; lacks VPN client software.

The bottom line: The BEFSX41 is an affordable solution for those who need secure access to their home or office network via the Internet.

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User opinions - Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint
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5.1

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Average user rating from 64 users

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8 out of 10 - Excellent
Amazing small and cheap vpn endpoint
I would recommend this router for families only....especially friends willing to play online games... Read more
by julianmd (see profile) - May 22, 2005

21 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.

3 out of 10 - Poor
Tried it 3 times and it didnt work
before it is even said that i am trolling, you should know, i am a trained CCNA, who also teachs... Read more
by augur (see profile) - April 7, 2005

21 out of 27 users found this user opinion helpful.
2 comments posted to this opinion

2 out of 10 - Terrible
Buy something else
This device is used for firewall, and internet connection sharing for a small office with DSL. ... Read more
by 21kev (see profile) - June 15, 2005

16 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
For home use, it's the best!!!
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June 29, 2004

15 out of 20 users found this user opinion helpful.

6 out of 10 - Good
Use the new Cisco firmware for a more stable and robust product
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February 16, 2005

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

10 out of 10 - Perfect
You other people must not know what you are doing
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November 23, 2004

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

7 out of 10 - Very good
Fairly stable
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August 3, 2004

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
This is a piece of ****. Put simple.
well lets see, it doesnt work, it never worked, and it probably never will work so dont buy it i... Read more
by tiberian123 (see profile) - May 4, 2007

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

6 out of 10 - Good
Three strikes, you're out
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January 12, 2005

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
excellent but
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September 10, 2004

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Full specifications - Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint
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Manufacturer: Linksys Inc.
Part number: BEFSX41
General
Device Type Router
Form Factor External
Built-in Devices LED panel
Width 7.3 in
Depth 6.1 in
Height 1.9 in
Weight 0.9 lbs
Networking
Form factor External
Connectivity technology Wired
Data Transfer Rate 100 Mbps
Data link protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
Switching protocol Ethernet
Transport protocol PPTP, IPSec, PPPoE
Remote management protocol HTTP, SNMP 2, Telnet
Communication mode Full-duplex, Half-duplex
Status Indicators Power, Test mode, Link activity, Collision status, Port duplex mode
Features DMZ port, VPN support, DHCP support, Firewall protection, Full duplex capability
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Communications
Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Bays Total (Free) None
Expansion Slot(s) Total (Free) None
Expansion Slots Total (Free) None
Expansion Bay(s) Total (Free) None
Interfaces 4 x Network node - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 - 4, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 - 1
Compatible Slots None
Port(s) Total (Free) / Connector Type 4 4 Installed Network node Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX:RJ-45 Female 4, 1 1 Installed Network Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX:RJ-45 Female 1
Connections None