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NETGEAR WNR2000 N300 Wireless Router

  • Up to 300 Mbps Wireless-N on 2.4 GHz
  • 4 LAN + 1 WAN 10/100 Ethernet ports
  • WPA2 security with push button setup
  • Guest network and Live Parental Controls
  • Wireless repeater mode for extending range
  • NETGEAR Genie app dashboard
  • Lifetime warranty in bullets, 1 year limited in specs

Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A basic single band router for browsing, email and video calls in a small home, with guest access and parental controls. Its Wireless-N speed and Fast Ethernet ports fall short of modern internet plans.

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ASIN: B001AZP8EWModel: WNR2000Category: Network Routers

Overview

Not a modern dual band router, this NETGEAR unit shares an internet connection over basic Wireless-N on the crowded lower band, plus four wired ports. Setup needs no CD, and the Genie dashboard handles monitoring and repairs.

Simple sharing for light use is its job: browsing, email and chat across a few devices, with a guest network and parental controls on top. Fast Ethernet ports and older wireless speeds cap throughput well below today's broadband tiers.

Who it's for

Light users who browse, email and video chat on a slow connection get a simple router with parental controls. Gamers, streamers and anyone paying for a fast plan will hit the speed ceiling.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Guest network for visitors
  • Live Parental Controls
  • Repeater mode extends another network
  • Wi-Fi and power on/off buttons
Cons
  • Wired ports limited to Fast Ethernet
  • Single band, crowded frequency
  • Warranty terms conflict in the listing
  • Wireless-N is an older standard

Performance notes

Throughput is bounded by the Wireless-N radio on the lower band, where neighboring networks and household devices compete for the same channels. Wired devices share Fast Ethernet ports, which cap local transfers. Range depends on placement, with repeater mode as an option for a second unit.

Specifications

BrandNETGEAR
ModelWNR2000
Dimensions & fit
Item weight5.76 ounces
LAN Port Bandwidth10/100 Mbps
Item Dimensions L x W x H10.24 x 8.98 x 2.56 in
Warranty & support
Warranty DescriptionLifetime (bullets); 1 year limited (specs)
Other details
Data Transfer Rate300 Mbps
WiFi Generation802.11n
Frequency2.4 GHz
Security ProtocolWPA2
Number of Ports4 LAN + 1 WAN
Control TypeNETGEAR Genie app
Antenna TypeInternal
Other Special Features of the ProductGuest network, parental controls, repeater mode, usage meter

Frequently asked questions

What comes in the box with the NETGEAR WNR2000?

The listing does not itemize the box contents. Setup is CD-less through NETGEAR Genie, so no install disc is needed.

Is the NETGEAR WNR2000 a dual band router?

The description calls it basic Wireless-N on 2.4GHz, although one spec field says dual-band. Treat it as a 2.4 GHz router.

Can the NETGEAR WNR2000 extend another router?

Yes. It is configurable as a wireless repeater for extending range.

Does the NETGEAR WNR2000 have gigabit ports?

No. It has a Fast Ethernet 4-port switch at 10/100.