If I buy one of these today will I get a V1 or V2 ?
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The v1 and v2 are very different, V1 = 600mhz single core CPU, V2 has 800Mhz dual core, the v1 has 2 USB 2.0 , v2 has 1 usb 3.0 and 1 usb 2.0The v1 has 128mb memory whilst V2 has 256mb.So theres a big difference between the 2, hence the question.
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The V1 work very well for me, faster download and have 2 USB ports 2.0 (important to update firmware version when installing the V1). I understand that the V2 different is that the second USB port is 3.0
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that would be a question for Netgear. v1 and v2 usually will be sequential versions that have more efficient firmware or software upgrades that are by default and is a different version than the previous "Vx". Netgear would be the best bet for help with this question.
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I've received my router today and it's a V1. Can't complain though, it's very fast.
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I just opened the box and saw that it's a V1. I fully expected that the V1 stock had run out from Netgear by now and they would be refurbishing V2's only. But this DealFisher must still have some old V1's to move out. So it is luck of the draw. I'm debating about keeping since that price is so low compared to new V2. And eventually, I'll upgrade one of these to a Nighthawk R6 or something that really has lot more power. It's only the farthest corner of my house that could use the Beamforming benefit. Also, I have no need of the USB 3.0 since I don't attach a hard drive or printer to these routers. I just opened the box and saw that it's a V1. I fully expected that the V1 stock had run out from Netgear by now and they would be refurbishing V2's only. But this DealFisher must still have some old V1's to move out. So it is luck of the draw. I'm debating about keeping since that price is so low compared to new V2. And eventually, I'll upgrade one of these to a Nighthawk R6 or something that really has lot more power. It's only the farthest corner of my house that could use the Beamforming benefit. Also, I have no need of the USB 3.0 since I don't attach a hard drive or printer to these... » Read More I just opened the box and saw that it's a V1. I fully expected that the V1 stock had run out from Netgear by now and they would be refurbishing V2's only. But this DealFisher must still have some old V1's to move out. So it is luck of the draw. I'm debating about keeping since that price is so low compared to new V2. And eventually, I'll upgrade one of these to a Nighthawk R6 or something that really has lot more power. It's only the farthest corner of my house that could use the Beamforming benefit. Also, I have no need of the USB 3.0 since I don't attach a hard drive or printer to these routers. « Show Less
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Well i bought one hoping to get a V2 model. With my luck, i managed to get a V1. What a waste! I live outside the US...returning this crap is just not feasible for me. I needed V2 because i wanted to try out Facebook WiFi....which is only supported on V2.
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The v1 and v2 are very different, V1 = 600mhz single core CPU, V2 has 800Mhz dual core, the v1 has 2 USB 2.0 , v2 has 1 usb 3.0 and 1 usb 2.0 The v1 has 128mb memory whilst V2 has 256mb. So theres a big difference between the 2, hence the question.
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When I ordered my unit, it came as a V2. As I set it up, there was an update available as well. So far, my family and I are very pleased with the performance of the R6300. I hope this helped.
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V1 have TOW USB2.0 PORST ,V2 have one USB2.0 PORTS and the others usb3.0 ports.
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This is not V2. the V2 version has a part number " FI9821W V2 HD ". Hope this helps you
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From everything I've read not a lot of difference. The 1.0 has a one 6 pin and one 8 pin power connector. The 2.0 has two 8 pin power connectors.
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Hmmm, the primary "problems" (disconnection/reliability) with the v1 were almost certainly traced back to the overheating problems as far as I understand. So the real hope is that the v2 would address that design problem (aside from the cost-reduction angle, that is) with possible heat-sink or ventilation improvements. Or so I am hoping.Either ways, Dogma512 and Tusker, thanks for your note and would appreciate your comments on how you are finding the v1 units. How are they doing, especially on the reliability front ?
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V1 had a TN screen the V2 has an IPS screen. Better viewing angles. That's the primary difference I believe.
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Definitely get a V2. They do the same thing, however, the V2 has a finer screen and the k-cup attachment.
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I use a v4 with my v2 and they work fine. There may be an issue where encryption between the versions is incompatible, but I don't use the encryption feature, so that doesn't matter to me.
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From my research before ordering, it appears that the "v1" model of this drive had Lightscribe capability, while "v2" does not. There are a lot of complaints on various sellers websites from the transition period when folks ordered based on "v1" product descriptions and received "v2" drives.I ordered and received a "v2" drive, and it does not have any reference to Lightscribe anywhere on the box or case or in the manual. So, no; it does not currently have Lightscribe.
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I purchased mine in Dec 2014 and got the v1.2.1 - argh!!! It said "ships & sold by Amazon".
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Newegg lists the V2 for the same price. Amazon can't be bothered to update their listing, just buy from Newegg.
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The one in your link is a newer version, higher power, difference design. Anyhow, it is depends, which design you like.
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I don't know what they mean by "old version"...pictured is the same V2 we purchased about six years ago and also the same unit currently being sold at B&H. Unless there's been some software or firmware update that I'm not aware, I think it's the same beast it's always been.
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Hi Simon, sorry I don't own the V770 so I wouldn't know. Don't want to provide wrong info. Thks.
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Hello, this release got 2.0v. Later, you will download the latest Firmware and install (2.1v). Sound really awesome!!
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I was thinking about buying one too but Amazon description says it comes with v.5
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This is the v2 with the yellow label on the back. Not sure if that means 2014 or not but it is the improved/fixed one.