The D-Link DWR-730 portable WiFi router is in the low-middle range of the category. Its system is compatible with a wide range of telephone operators, which translates into a more than satisfactory connection and data exchange quality.
D-Link DWR-730 Review
This device is also compatible with the most advanced 3G technology, HSPA + (H +) which allows it to reach a speed of 21.6 Mbps.
As for the power supply, the D-Link DWR-730 portable WiFi router features a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 2380 mAh.
It is certainly not the best, but it can easily be considered sufficient to guarantee perfect autonomy for 6h.
It can also be used directly connected to the laptop connected to a power outlet or connected directly to the mains via the power adapter.
However, it is not possible for the D-Link DWR-730 mobile router to function as an emergency charger.
The wireless standard adopted by the D-Link DWR-730 is 802.11b / g / n, therefore it is a Single Band device (2.4 GHz). Which essentially translates into a maximum data transfer speed, between connected devices and routers, of 150 Mbps.
It should be noted, however, that these parameters will be reachable with only one device connected since the router has only one internal antenna.
Product Description
D-Link DWR-730 3G mobile WiFi router
In the package you will find:
HSPA + DWR-730 Mobile Router
2380 mAh Li-ion battery
Micro USB to USB cable
USB power supply
Installation CD
Compatible with 802.11b / g / n devices, max speed 150 Mbps
Single Band: 2.4 GHz
Maximum connection speed: compatible with the most advanced 3G technology, HSPA + (H +) which can reach peak speeds of 21.6 Mbps
Battery autonomy: up to 6 hours
Devices connected simultaneously: max 10
- It has micro SD slots of up to 32GB
- Allows the sending and receiving of SMS
- Integrated firewall to ensure a secure wireless connection
The MicroUSB port on the device has the only function of connecting the device to the laptop in order to recharge, while a slot for MicroSD memory cards up to 32 GB, can be useful if you want to save or share files on the network.
The portable router, as you can easily guess, does not allow many extra functions, it is only possible to send and receive SMS through the telephone number of the data SIM installed in the device.
Final Words
That’s all for D-Link DWR-730 review. Ultimately, the D-Link DWR-730 mobile WiFi router certainly cannot be defined as the best on the market.
However, it is a portable device that performs the basic functions required, namely internet signal coverage and decent battery life. A device that, in light of the low price, does its duty.