Easy setup, range of outputs, good file support, great interface
Struggles to play 720p content over wireless The Final Word D-Links DSM-330 is a product that excels at streaming media over a wired network, but struggles a bit with the combination of wireless connection and high-definition video.
D-Links DSM-330 is a product that excels at streaming media over a wired network, but struggles a bit with the combination of wireless connection and high-definition video.
Published: 2008-09-30, Author: Jan , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: I’ve tested a few wireless media extenders during my time at PCW, and I always seem to be hit with the same problems; stuttering, dropped connections and codec problems. Imagine my surprise, then, when after weeks with the DivX Connected box I experie...
I think it would be fair to say that this is something of a niche market product. For starters in order to use it at all you have to have a windows PC that you can run the server software and you need to have a network setup in your house - be it wire...
Abstract: The D-Link DSM-330 is the world\'s first player to officially support the \'DivX Connected\' initiative discussed last month, although others are waiting in the wings. Like uPnP, DivX Connected looks after the organisation and selection of streaming devices and content.
The DSM-330 product will live on, but the "DivX Connected" part of the name hardly fits anymore. Without Stage6, at least for now, its just another streaming-media box, and not a particularly special one. Its a simple, straightforward streamer that ...
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Published: 2008-02-06, Author: Ian , review by: CNET.co.uk
Simplicity; cost; menu system; ease of use; picture quality; sound quality
Limited file support; flaky at times
The D-Link DSM-330 wireless media streamer is a good idea that with firmware updates or future revisions has the potential to get a lot better. Its only a shame there isnt great file support ...
Abstract: We were very impressed by the interface and usability of the DSM-330, but a little let down by high definition streaming and the Stage6 video service. Itll be interesting to see what plug-ins are developed to increase functionality, and if the drawba...
Abstract: D-Links new streaming media player is the first to use DivX Connected, which means you can access content directly from DivXs Stage6 website. More interestingly, it has been designed so that open-source plug-ins can be used to add new capabilities...
With its neat implementation and decent set of features, this ranks at the top of the list of devices thatll sit under your TV and communicate with PCs on your home network. If your Wi-Fi signal is sturdy enough, it should be able to cope, but could f...
