The Netgear WNDR3700 also known as the "Ultimate Networking Machine" is a hugely popular choice among serious gamers and those who require the highest level of performance from their wireless networks. All this performance comes at a price however. At $169 retail it's no drop in the bucket.
This article will help you get the biggest bang for your buck.
Let's discuss the different ways to get one and the pros and cons of each.
New
A brand new WNDR3700 can be found for anywhere between $129-$209. Buying new is obviously the most expensive choice but it does have its advantages. Purchasing new gets you a full 1 year guarantee against hardware defects and 90 days of free technical support from Netgear. You should also receive a 14-30 return policy from the retailer which allows you to return it for any reason.
Don't make your purchase until you are ready to actually use it though. Some people like to
make a purchase, throw it in the closet and "get to it later". Not a good idea. You really
want to stress test your router to the max during your warranty period to ensure nothing is
wrong with it.
Used
If you buy the Netgear WNDR3700 used you can expect to pay anywhere from $109 to $139. Not a big savings. If you buy on eBay you may also find yourself being hit with high shipping fees as some sellers sometimes tack on extra shipping to compensate them for their time, effort and eBay selling fees. About the only recourse you have on eBay is feedback. You really want to check an eBay Sellers feedback and return policy before purchasing.
The good news is electronics don't usually "go bad" due to wear and tear like other items.
Usually it's either bad right out of the box or it will last for ever. I've purchased tons of electronics on eBay and never had a problem with most of it.
Refurbished
This is my favorite way to go. In refurbished condition Netgear WNDR3700 prices can go from anywhere from $99 to $119. A refurbished router is one that was returned to the manufacturer for whatever reason and was rebuilt, repaired, upgraded and tested to meet original factory specs. Many times if you RMA a new item you will get a refurbished model in its place. Many electronics manufacturers will sell "refurbs" directly from their site. Netgear does this mostly through 3rd party resellers. Most resellers on sites like Amazon offer a 30 day money back guarantee on your item. This is a great way to save money.
It's important to save all the documentation from your purchase and really stress test your
gear within the warranty period. I would say the odds of getting a bad piece of refurbished
gear are only slightly higher than when purchasing new.
This article will help you get the biggest bang for your buck.
Let's discuss the different ways to get one and the pros and cons of each.
New
A brand new WNDR3700 can be found for anywhere between $129-$209. Buying new is obviously the most expensive choice but it does have its advantages. Purchasing new gets you a full 1 year guarantee against hardware defects and 90 days of free technical support from Netgear. You should also receive a 14-30 return policy from the retailer which allows you to return it for any reason.
Don't make your purchase until you are ready to actually use it though. Some people like to
make a purchase, throw it in the closet and "get to it later". Not a good idea. You really
want to stress test your router to the max during your warranty period to ensure nothing is
wrong with it.
Used
If you buy the Netgear WNDR3700 used you can expect to pay anywhere from $109 to $139. Not a big savings. If you buy on eBay you may also find yourself being hit with high shipping fees as some sellers sometimes tack on extra shipping to compensate them for their time, effort and eBay selling fees. About the only recourse you have on eBay is feedback. You really want to check an eBay Sellers feedback and return policy before purchasing.
The good news is electronics don't usually "go bad" due to wear and tear like other items.
Usually it's either bad right out of the box or it will last for ever. I've purchased tons of electronics on eBay and never had a problem with most of it.
Refurbished
This is my favorite way to go. In refurbished condition Netgear WNDR3700 prices can go from anywhere from $99 to $119. A refurbished router is one that was returned to the manufacturer for whatever reason and was rebuilt, repaired, upgraded and tested to meet original factory specs. Many times if you RMA a new item you will get a refurbished model in its place. Many electronics manufacturers will sell "refurbs" directly from their site. Netgear does this mostly through 3rd party resellers. Most resellers on sites like Amazon offer a 30 day money back guarantee on your item. This is a great way to save money.
It's important to save all the documentation from your purchase and really stress test your
gear within the warranty period. I would say the odds of getting a bad piece of refurbished
gear are only slightly higher than when purchasing new.
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