I have re-flashed my router with this firmware.
http://www.dd-wrt.com
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DD-WRT is a Linux based alternative OpenSource firmware suitable for a great variety of WLAN routers and embedded systems. The main emphasis lies on providing the easiest possible handling while at the same time supporting a great number of functionalities within the framework of the respective hardware platform used.'
If you are feeling clever its worth a go as it really is good and allows you to do more things than the standard firmware of most routers...
You may be able to flash update your old router Steve to bring it back to life then take the new one back and save some pennies...
