+1 for a Linksys Box with DD-WRT flashed instead of the factory firmware. I haven't used the "hospitality" option, but I have set up two routers with DD-WRT. Just make sure you pay close attention to the instructions. I had to go through the setup a couple times because I didn't pay close enough attention. Fortunately, I never "bricked" the routers, but it was a learning experience.
-----Original Message----- From: Don Kuhlman [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 1:47 PM To: NT System Admin Issues Subject: Re: Wireless access for visitors I use a sofware box from CheckPoint that can do small business or home user type stuff with the hotelling type access available. Not sure the price range you're looking at though so it may be a bit higher than you want to spend. http://www.sofaware.com/overview.aspx?boneId=145&objId=101&nsId=140 Also, how about a Linksys box - they seem to have a lot of features for a low price(I don't have one, only going by what I've seen at other locations). Don K ----- Original Message ---- From: Troy Meyer <[email protected]> To: NT System Admin Issues <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, March 9, 2009 12:29:33 PM Subject: RE: Wireless access for visitors Ever consider an aircard router, something like this: http://www.evdoinfo.com/content/view/2455/64/ We have the older version that take the PC-cards from either Verizon or Sprint and it works like a charm. Vistors can cable in or use the wifi from the router and they never smell our local network. -troy -----Original Message----- From: Tom Miller [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Saturday, March 07, 2009 6:00 AM To: NT System Admin Issues Subject: Wireless access for visitors Hi Folks: I'm looking for a basic wireless device that can provide secure connections for internal users (via key or some sort of authentication) but also provide a "hotel-style" access for our visitors. I just need two, one for each of our large conference rooms in one of our buildings. I picked up a Belkin wireless device and it is supposed to do that. However the management interface is very weak, and the "hotel-syle" really isn't, since those users can still access internal resources once they enter the assigned password. We are a 3COM shop and I'm sure 3COM has something (that isn't cheap). Recommendations? Tom Miller Engineer, Information Technology Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board 757-788-0528 Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ~ Finally, powerful endpoint security that ISN'T a resource hog! ~ ~ <http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Business/VIPRE-Enterprise/> ~ ~ Finally, powerful endpoint security that ISN'T a resource hog! ~ ~ <http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Business/VIPRE-Enterprise/> ~ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.0.237 / Virus Database: 270.11.9/1991 - Release Date: 03/09/09 07:14:00 ~ Finally, powerful endpoint security that ISN'T a resource hog! ~ ~ <http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Business/VIPRE-Enterprise/> ~
