Linksys WRT54GX Router with SRX

Mention Linksys and most network types will think of the familiar gray-and-purple case that has almost become synonymous with Linksys. The new Linksys WRT54GX Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX (Speed and Range eXpansion), however, comes in a sleek, vertical, silver case.

Perched on top of the case are three antennas. The WRT-54GX shares the same underlying router code as its legacy namesake, the WRT54G, and has the same basic feature set. The wireless portion of the router, however, has been outfitted with Airgo’s MIMO technology. The router has three receivers and two transmitters. The client cards contain two of each.

When we reviewed the first products (Belkin) based on Airgo’s technology last fall, we were impressed with both the range and performance, so we had high expectations for the WRT54GX. We weren’t disappointed. Except at point blank range (1 foot) where the receivers overloaded, we observed spectacular results in both throughput and range. At 120 feet, we observed slightly more than 22 Mbps, and at 160 feet, an amazing 15.4 Mbps.

Though the Linksys WRT-54GX commands a premium price, it delivers on its promise of speed and range.

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