is the S720 the best option for a KR1? (can't wait for KR2)

aztec · EVDO Fledgling Joined: 18 Jan 2008 Posts: 11

First post, but have been reading through for about a week now. Very Happy

I've decided on a KR1 over the Linksys and DIR-450. Signal strength and price have won me over and Kyocera support seems pretty good.

Anyways, I need to install for a client in a remote office. Unfortunately, our client needs this setup by next week and no way we can wait for KR2.

I've narrowed down the choices to a S720 from Sprint. Reading from this forum, the U727 or even the 595 would actually be better cards but the KR1 do not support either.

However, I have not found any reviews or posts from this forum indicating there is anything as relatively *stable/mature* as the KR1, and especially if I decided to got with a U727.

Also, as the remote office is comprised of only about 10 users (5 LAN, 5 Wireless)...I was thinking how well a KR1 could handle being connected to a HUB or switch. (just curious if any compatibility problems with such devices)

Thanks for any suggestions or advice. I know you guys may have heard my questions before, but just wanted to ask again explaining my particular sitiuation.

BTW. Great forum!

Alex · Site Admin Joined: 19 Sep 2006 Posts: 1893

i have no idea what makes you think the KR1 is a superior router to the Cradlepoint CTR350, but if I were you, i'd rethink the decision.

The CTR350 and Sprint U727 is an excellent combination.

aztec · EVDO Fledgling Joined: 18 Jan 2008 Posts: 11

Thanks for the reply Alex.

Sorry if I wasn't more clear, but I may need to eventually connect the router to a HUB or Switch so the CradlePoint did not even cross my mind.

Cheers.

Alex · Site Admin Joined: 19 Sep 2006 Posts: 1893

OK. you should check this out:

http://www.evdoforums.com/thread7721.html

the cradlepoints superior features/security/reliability all trump the KR1.

aztec · EVDO Fledgling Joined: 18 Jan 2008 Posts: 11

Oh man...nice!

Thanks Alex.

I'll need to revise the job order and suggest this instead. Smile

Alex · Site Admin Joined: 19 Sep 2006 Posts: 1893

I agree! and don't forget to put in the job spec, the following:

"Make sure to get U727 with Sprint service as well as all other EVDO gear from the EVDO Experts at 3GStore.com!"

Wink

aztec · EVDO Fledgling Joined: 18 Jan 2008 Posts: 11

Cool.

Just ordered the 350 from 3GStore.

Going to see live performance at the site before deciding on a booster.

Thansk again!