Cisco-Linksys WUSB54G Wireless-G USB Adapter
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Customer Review: Piece of cake to install and setup
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the Wireless-G Router (WRT54G), Wireless-G notebook adapter (WPC54G) and this Wireless-G USB Adapter (WUSB54G). I ordered them on a Friday night, they were shipped on Saturday and I received them on Monday around 4:00 pm. I opened all 3 boxes and had all installed by 5:00 pm that same day. These were a piece of cake to install and set up. I have 2000 on my laptop and XP home on the desktop. I really can't believe how easy this was to set up. I had put off getting these for months because I figured it would be my luck that I'd buy the wrong items or installation would be a nightmare. It wasn't. The connection hasn't failed once since installation. The router is located in my basement office (where the DSL cable modem is) and the desktop that utilizes the USB Adapter is on the main floor at the opposite end of our home. The signal is good (although not 100% obviously), but good enough that it is 10 times better than the dial up we had on that PC. I have taken the laptop in all rooms of our home (main floor and basement) and love the freedom I have to work where ever I want without losing my internet connection.I am very satisfied.
Customer Review: Simple, inexpensive solution for wireless networking
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased my first USB adapter as an add-on when I bought my daughter a desktop computer about six months ago and am a true believer in this simple solution for connecting new and existing systems to a home or office wireless network.
USB alternatives like this have made wireless desktop and notebook cards obsolete. You no longer have to crack the case or install and configure new drivers ... it can't get any easier! And if you get a new system or want to enable another, it's as easy as disconnect, connect and go.
I would especially recommend this model for those who already own or are considering Linksys wireless-G networking products such as a router, range expander or print server since they are designed from the ground up to be compatable with each other. Having the most up-to-date operating system software and service packs installed is always a good idea, too.
If you don't, that doesn't mean you should expect to have problems, nor should it discourage you from making a purchase. And be sure to read all the other product reviews to learn from the experiences of others, both good and bad.
Customer Review: If You Want USB, This is the Way to Go...
Summary: 5 Stars
I didn't want to install a PCI card.
I read reviews for almost all of the USB adapters. I saw the problems many said they were having with this one. Even so I went ahead and ordered it and I am glad that I did. It took me a little longer to figure it out than I wanted it to. I also downloaded the most recent firmware which was recommended in one of the amazon.com reviews.
This thing works flawlessly! It also shows well. I am using the encryption, so when I shut down the connection it has to be restablished. I found that by clicking on the XP wireless icon and then going to "repair" it sets it right back on track in 20 seconds or so.
I think if I had purchased another brand, as recommended by C|Net, etc, I would have been sorry. This stuff (I got a WRT54GS Router at the same time) is really something. I knew nothing about setting up a wireless connection. True the manual that comes with the router, etc. is in need of some major help, but it is worth the hassel (if any). Once you get it going it is smooth, fast, reliable, and dependable and it doesn't get better than that!
Customer Review: Do the updates
Summary: 5 Stars
I installed this Wireless-G USB Adapter with absolutely no problems. The problems occurred when I tried to the WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).
I was connecting to a Linksys WRT54 Wireless-G Broadband Router and had done the firmware update on the router and setup the router with WEP enabled. The Wireless-G adapter would NOT connect with WEP. It would, however, connect with NO security enabled.
I decided to get the latest patch from Linksys for this adapter and that solved my WEP security issues and I've had no issues since doing the patch.
I must say though, that I would like to use the WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) which is a far stronger protocol that fixes the weaknesses in WEP. Problem is, although the Wireless Router and Wireless-G Adapter support WPA, they only support WPA in XP and I am using the adapter on Win 2000.
Other than that, I think this is a great product from Linksys. As with any hardware, you always want to get the latest firmware or driver to keep everything up to date.
Customer Review: Wireless-G USB Adapter versus Wireless PCI Adapter
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the wireless-G USB adapter a few months ago, and installed it on a PC located in my basement. I have a 2nd PC in the basement installed with the Linksys wireless-G PCI adapter. My router is located one level up, on the first floor of my house. I've had the PCI adapter running for over a year, and was satisfied and comfortable with its performance. But I was skeptical about how well a USB wireless adapter would work. Would I experience connectivity problems? Throughput problems? I'm happy to say that the USB adapter performs as reliably as the PCI adapter. And installation is a breeze; unlike the PCI adapter that requires you to open the chassis to install it. No tools needed with the USB adapter. Just plug it in, install the software driver, and its up an running. I give the product a 5 rating because of its hassle-free installation and reliable performance. Yes, you will need to dedicate a USB port to it, but that's not a problem for most systems today, as they come equipped with several ports.