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Actiontec 300 Mbps Wireless N ADSL Modem Router GT784WN
Last Updated: July 8, 2019 (Refresh Now)
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ISP
190dsl, centurylink, actiontec, isp, provider
+62%
-38%
" ... It is better than the old Actiontec DSL modem router I had. ... "
" ... works great, we have DSL with TDS . ... WE ARE WITHOUT INTERNET . ... "
" ... It was fairly simple to hook up, and everything works as well as the earlier modem. ... "
" ... Works so much better than my old router and modem. ... "
" ... This modem solved all of those problems. ... "
" ... Our ISP suggested we upgrade our router. ... "
" ... Why did I wait to buy this brilliant modem? ... "
" ... Then I called Actiontec support and they got me connected, no problem. ... "
Product Reliability
148working, lasted, stopped working, month, quit
+29%
-71%
" ... Lasted less than 6 months. ... "
" ... Needless to say, this is frustrating, and I'm working on getting a replacement for the replacement. ... "
" ... ( I have only had it 2 months) Attempted 6 times and each time the file was corrupted so they said cant do it. ... "
" ... already having problems and needing reset after just a few months ... "
" ... I bought in May and it quit working in 5 months. ... "
" ... Set it up 2 April 2017 and on 1 September 2017, it crapped out on me. ... "
" ... Stopped working after less than a year. ... "
" ... It didn’t even last one year, it quit after about 8 months. ... "
Setup
131modem, setup, password, easy to install, easy to set
+92%
-8%
" ... Really is easy ti install, really quick to fail. ... "
" ... This modem was easy to install, but that was the only positive. ... "
" ... Took 5 min to set up with the simplest instructions I've ever seen on a piece of computer equipment. ... "
" ... Hooked it up, it installed like most P-n-P type hardware, and was working in minutes. ... "
" ... Set-up was very easy. ... "
" ... The router page will tell you what version you currently have. ... "
" ... A little hard to figure out on the install but Century-link helped me out some. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
Network
121signal, modem router, internet, wifi, modem
+56%
-44%
" ... Took about 1 hour to set it up and reconfig my network ... "
" ... Even in the basement, there are no weak spots. ... "
" ... I work from home often so having a constant, dependable internet connection is a must. ... "
" ... With the addition of 9dBi WiFi Antenae the range was increased to about 80'. ... "
" ... Back up router, great unit. ... "
" ... Increased my streaming speed, no buffering and i am operating with limited mbs due to internet link. ... Would strongly recommend if you have Century Link this is the modem/router for you. ... "
" ... We bought this to replace a 9 year old Actiontec modem that was dropping signals frequently. ... Also, it has a built-in wifi router so we don't need an extra component to get the wifi. ... "
" ... Even in the basement, there are no weak spots. ... "
Wifi
68router, wi fi, internet, signal, reset
+57%
-43%
" ... The Actiontec tech got me up and going on the WiFi. ... "
" ... Change your SSID and internal password to the same as your old router and all your wi-fi enabled stuff will automatically link up. ... "
" ... With the addition of 9dBi WiFi Antenae the range was increased to about 80'. ... "
" ... Occasionally the Wi-Fi seems to loose strength, but all in all an excellent modem for the price. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up, has a great Wi-Fi signal through the house. ... Have 7 Wi-Fi devices connected. ... "
" ... Both the desktop computer and the laptop share Internet connection. ... "
" ... Also, it has a built-in wifi router so we don't need an extra component to get the wifi. ... "
" ... All Wi-Fi devices picked up the signal and initiated without a problem. ... "
Ease of Use
66set, easy to set, easy to install, setup, password
+95%
-5%
" ... Simple set up. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Excellent and amazingly easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to set up with Century Link. ... "
" ... I'm in the ranks of the moderately computer literate and this was a breeze. ... Just follow the well written, easy to understand quick setup guide. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Instructions were easy to follow! ... "
" ... It was easy to install, easy to setup. ... "
Returns
46back, returned, replacement, refund, return window
+4%
-96%
" ... returned did not work with by wireless ... "
" ... I would like to return it, but instead it will go to the junk pile. ... "
" ... Now I need to figure out how to get it exchanged, or returned. ... So if anyone can help me get it returned I would appreciate that. ... "
" ... Sending it back. ... "
" ... Of course, it did not start malfunctioning until the window to return it was already past. ... "
" ... Now I need to figure out how to get it exchanged, or returned. ... "
" ... Returned & wouldn't recommend. ... "
" ... Looking to find another one and then will be sending this one back! ... "
Device Compatibility
44connection, connect, internet, wifi, windstream
+30%
-70%
" ... The windstream people on the phone are dumb. ... "
" ... Sent it back for refund, it did not stay connected. ... "
" ... Continually losing connection after being connect for random times. ... "
" ... They had me reset it - erasing my work (sad) and it connected finally. ... "
" ... I thought it was bad but I never lost connection with it. ... "
" ... I am not able to download to be able to connect my wireless printer. ... "
" ... Could not connect with windstream even though they could send commands to the router and it would respond. ... "
" ... Not compatible with our computer. ... "
Price
30money, works great, waste of money, product, cost
+47%
-53%
" ... It was a waste of money because I have to replace it. ... "
" ... Do not buy, it's not worth the hassle. ... "
" ... Waste of money. ... "
" ... I'd tell them to just spend the extra money now and go for a higher end model. ... "
" ... Don't waste your money. ... "
" ... but understand you are wasting your money. ... "
" ... Wasted my money ... "
" ... Don't waste your time and money. ... "
Ports
25dsl, ethernet, ethernet ports, ethernet connection, actiontec
+68%
-32%
" ... It communicates well via Ethernet cable or WiFi to desktops, laptops and smart phones. ... "
" ... Excellent router, need an high speed USB port to be perfect. ... "
" ... While this was not exactly plug and play, I was finally able to connect and, so far, the router seems to minimize or eliminate the problem. ... "
" ... Excellent router, need an high speed USB port to be perfect. ... "
" ... If your looking for a modem that plugs into a DSL phone line this is the one. ... "
" ... I would of liked to have had an additional phone jack built into the modem, like my leased Actiontec PK 5001A modem came equipped with. ... "
" ... I would of liked to have had an additional phone jack built into the modem, like my leased Actiontec PK 5001A modem came equipped with. ... "
" ... I used to live in a city where there was cable internet, fast and reliable. ... "
Lagging
24reboot, restart, times a day, times, several times
+4%
-96%
" ... It had to be shut off, restarted every few days. ... "
" ... sometimes as often as 4 or 5 times in 5 minutes and has to be reset. ... "
" ... For some reason I have to reboot this every few days. ... "
" ... Have to reset numerous times a day. ... "
" ... Stops working every few days, requiring a reset. ... "
" ... They have had to reset so many times. ... "
" ... Had to reset 3 times 4 times a day. ... "
" ... We have to reboot this often. ... "
Overall performance
21job, speeds, faster, streaming, performance
+95%
-5%
" ... Mine took about 5 minutes of processing, but got the job done well. ... Since then I've seen consistent download speed, and about a 50% increase in upload speed. ... "
" ... Definite improvement in speed!! ... "
" ... This thing is fast. ... Also, it has two speeds. ... I have our tablets at the faster speed (for streaming) ... while having our phones on the slower (but still completely sufficient) speed. ... I also have my gaming pc wired in for an amazingly fast connection. ... "
" ... Mine took about 5 minutes of processing, but got the job done well. ... Since then I've seen consistent download speed, and about a 50% increase in upload speed. ... "
" ... This thing is fast. ... Also, it has two speeds. ... I have our tablets at the faster speed (for streaming) ... while having our phones on the slower (but still completely sufficient) speed. ... "
" ... fast good part ... "
" ... Seems to be doing the job. ... "
" ... I recently bought a Motorola and speeds are much faster, with no connectivity issues. ... "
Marketplace
19product, described, one, works, today
+53%
-47%
" ... Product as promised. ... "
" ... Got this one from Amazon’s “used” section. ... "
" ... Good product as described. ... "
" ... We are very satisfied with our dealings with Amazon and would recommend them to others. ... "
" ... Each step of the process was described with an accompanying photo. ... "
" ... Thank you for the product and fast delivery. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised! ... "
" ... Good product as described. ... "
Capacity
14signal, reaches, wi fi signal, router, internet
+86%
-14%
" ... Works well, internet going all the time at the house. ... "
" ... Even in the basement, there are no weak spots. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up, has a great Wi-Fi signal through the house. ... "
" ... this router is considerably more powerful than the att was, ie, reaches throughout house now, and $30 cheaper. ... "
" ... The wi-fi signal is much better now and reaches my whole moderate sized, two floor house. ... "
" ... Our home is 2 story, about 2500 sq. ... It has its share of concrete with heat in the floors. ... are about 25-45 feet away in the living room and study. ... In the past, we had a computer in the bedroom and there were no problems. ... "
" ... Note, this device is at my weekend condo 100 miles from my residence so reliability is important. ... "
" ... I SAW A REVIEW THAT SAID THE SIGNAL STENGTH WAS WEAK, BUT WE HAVE A THREE STORY HOUSE AND STILL HAD 3 OUT OF 4 BARS IN THE BASEMENT AND THE MODEM IS LOCATED ON THE TOP FLOOR. ... "
Firmware
14update, actiontec, latest, website, page
+43%
-57%
" ... But it should work, they sell with an outdated firmware. ... "
" ... They said I needed to update the out of date firmware. ... "
" ... Expensive for a router that constantly drops the connection and the firmware update didn't help. ... "
" ... The firmware update zip file doesn't work, and frankly, I'm done with Actiontec. ... "
" ... After less than a year, the router needs reset multiple times per day. ... "
" ... I purchased this item for use with "Verizon DSL" and found that the wireless push button did not work as well as the firmware acting buggy with the wireless clients. ... Upon calling "Actiontec Support" they were aware of the problems and had no fix for the "13" firmware that comes with the unit. ... "
" ... Upon calling "Actiontec Support" they were aware of the problems and had no fix for the "13" firmware that comes with the unit. ... "
Delivery
14product, packaged, delivery, time, thank
+86%
-14%
" ... Great product and very quick delivery service! ... "
" ... Product arrived on time. ... "
" ... On time, well packaged. ... "
" ... It was cheaper, we received it sooner, and it was a breeze to set it up. ... "
" ... Thank you for the product and fast delivery. ... "
" ... Arrived in a timely manner. ... "
" ... Free overnight shipping. ... "
" ... On time, well packaged. ... "
Internet
12speed, computer, connection, access, without
+50%
-50%
" ... Frequent internet disconnects, limited number of wireless clients, poor speed performance. ... "
" ... kept losing internet several times a day. ... (not the internet provider issue) . ... "
" ... No wifi or internet. ... "
" ... Computer shows a connection but no internet access. ... "
" ... After a year it began to occasionally drop internet access, although the Internet light remained on. ... "
" ... Internet speed suddenly dropped after 4 months, unusable. ... "
Software Platform
10netflix, actiontec, web, reboot, login
+40%
-60%
" ... Also Siri can’t get anything right. ... "
" ... Reboot would fix until you tried to connect another device, and would fix the internet for a few days. ... "
" ... About 3 months ago I noticed that I was getting an error on my devices that I was not connected to the Internet a few times each week, and would have to reboot the router. ... Can’t even watch a complete show on Netflix without losing connection numerous times. ... "
" ... We pay for Netflix and couldn't watch a movie because it would quit streaming. ... "
" ... The tech said they were old and needed software updating. ... "
" ... Had issues with the interface, and had to go back to the old actiontech gateway. ... "
Build Quality
8every, dropped, plastic, feet, durable
+50%
-50%
" ... Is it worth throwing away $70 every three months on this piece of plastic? ... "
" ... ** Update 10/08/2018 - I've resorted to opening the unit up, removing the top of the casing, and placing the unit (with the exposed circuit board) next to a fan in order to resolve the issue of having to turn this modem on and off every 10 to 20 minutes due to overheating issues. ... "
" ... Only way it stayed closed was the cardboard lid folded over with tabs. ... "
" ... Not so in this case. ... "
Cables
7dsl, power cord, lan, cords, wiring
+71%
-29%
" ... Function perfect when paired with cat 6 or 6a wiring based on multiple wires used in house. ... "
" ... Since we do not have cable or FIOS, we are satisfied with the performance of this machine. ... "
" ... Works with AT&T DSL (non-cable) service. ... "
" ... Works with AT&T DSL (non-cable) service. ... "
" ... Cable for set up that goes from your computer to the modem is included in the package ... "
Product As Described
6works, worked as advertised, product
+100%
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... Works as shown ... "
" ... Each step of the process was described with an accompanying photo. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised! ... "
" ... Good product as described. ... "
" ... Good product as described. ... "
Call quality
6still, back, get, phone, person
+50%
-50%
" ... Guess who never received a phone call telling me how to magically fix this? ... "
" ... I need to call your Tech people. ... "
" ... I purchased it based on a phone call with CenturyLink and the description confirming compatibility. ... "
Battery Life
6long, year, one, money, less
+83%
-17%
" ... Both sessions identical lasting 30 minutes each with the same results. ... "
" ... Will keep your all posted on how long it lasts Thanks! ... "
" ... Save your over charge rental cost, buy it. ... "
Gaming
5xbox, son, online, never, lag
+100%
" ... Worked for awhile and then it started dropping in the middle of my games. ... Steam, Wow etc. ... "
" ... I also have my gaming pc wired in for an amazingly fast connection. ... "
" ... This box is so much better than the one we got with centry link my husband and son are able to both game without lagging and I can Netflix ... "
" ... This box is so much better than the one we got with centry link my husband and son are able to both game without lagging and I can Netflix ... "
" ... Never lag, does great with my phones xbox one and xbox 360 never have any problems with it, game online all the time. ... "
Video Playback
5streaming, netflix, watching, speed, slow
+80%
-20%
" ... This is fine for steaming movies and video as well as the more mundane tasks. ... "
" ... No problems watching Netflix movies. ... "
" ... No problems watching Netflix movies. ... "
" ... I have our tablets at the faster speed (for streaming) ... "
Charging
5year, one, modem, less, get
+60%
-40%
" ... needed to replace a CenturyLink modem router and this fits the bill at less than they wanted to charge us. ... "
" ... Save your over charge rental cost, buy it. ... "
" ... As my ISP had increased their Modem charge to the point I could buy a new one of these every 6 months, if I get a year of good service from this modem, I am way ahead. ... "
User Manual
4instruction, easy, set, instructions, follow
+75%
-25%
" ... The instruction manual was easy to follow. ... "
" ... Instruction manual was very well written, actually best instruction manual I have ever read. ... "
" ... I'm very non-technical and I was able to set it up with the easy instructions. ... "
Defective Delivery
4one, maybe, defective, unit, replacement
+25%
-75%
" ... Perhaps I got a lemon. ... "
" ... I thought maybe I had just gotten a defective one, so I ordered a replacement. ... "
" ... Maybe I got a defective one, but either way it was not a good purchase. ... "
Features
4light, since, mode, lights, feature
+50%
-50%
" ... Falls short on providing all features like portforwarding. ... "
" ... Locks up all the time ... "
Data reception
4speed, work, verizon, suddenly, speeds
+50%
-50%
" ... Frequent internet disconnects, limited number of wireless clients, poor speed performance. ... "
" ... Internet speed suddenly dropped after 4 months, unusable. ... "
Pedometer
3got, first, called
+100%
" ... (steps that I told her I already done originally with the first guy, when I called . ... Well, I was annoyed but said fine and did all those steps. ... I called again, got someone else that made me go through all the steps again . ... "
" ... (steps that I told her I already done originally with the first guy, when I called . ... Well, I was annoyed but said fine and did all those steps. ... I called again, got someone else that made me go through all the steps again . ... "
Design
3light, elsewhere, case
+33%
-67%
" ... I keep getting the AT&T software popping up that will never finish. ... "
" ... Not so in this case. ... "
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