NETGEAR WG311 Wireless-G PCI Adapter
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Manufacturer: NetgearAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: WG311
Product features:
- PCI card provides 802.11g wireless capability
- Delivers up to 54 Mbps of wireless throughput
- Supports 128-bit WEP for enhanced security
- Backwards compatible with 802.11b wireless networks
- Device measures 5.23 x 0.86 x 4.76 inches (WxHxD)
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Customer Review: Even works in an older, Win 98SE PC
Summary: 5 Stars
Background
I needed to find a wireless PCI card for my son's old Win 98SE PC so he could get to Nickjr.com and all those fun kid sites. I found that I would need to upgrade my older Netgear 802.11b wireless router, but I couldn't find ONE router with generally good reviews. They seemed to be all over the map - some people loved it - others hated it. Since I had good luck with my original Netgear, I decided to go with the Netgear brand and ended up buying three items from Amazon due to the deal they ran ($25 off) and the Netgear rebates. I purchased:
Netgear WG511 Wireless 802.11g PC Card
Netgear WG311 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter
Netgear WGR614 802.11g Wireless Router (version 6)
The PCMCIA card was for my work laptop (Win2K) and the router was for the family's main PC (XP SP2). We have a cable ISP (Optimum).
Router Installation
I uninstalled all hardware/software for the original router and followed the instructions as prompted by the installation software for the new router. I had absolutely no problems. I didn't even need to bring down any new firmware - I have "version 6" of the router which could make a difference I guess.
First Use
After stepping through the installation, logging on to the router, and setting the wireless encryption, etc. I was up and running on the main PC. It took no longer than 30 minutes.
Wireless Installs
The PCMCIA card install on my laptop was just as smooth. The card sensed the wireless signal (as well as a few other secure and unsecured networks in my neighborhood). I added the encryption key (WPA-PSK) and was off and surfing. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law were over and they both had their laptops (with non-Netgear wireless routers) and they were able to hop on the router after I gave them the encryption key. My son's PC - which I was expecting to be problematic due to it being 98SE - was smooth as well. His PC is in his room directly above the router and it grabbed the signal right away.
Wireless Use
As I mentioned above, we had 4 people wirelessly connected and they all were surfing as if hardwire connected. It was very impressive. I have not experienced any dropped signals nor have I had to reset the router in the past 3 weeks of daily use.
Price
I paid $118 for all three of the items together (about $40 for each item), but I got $25 off immediately from Amazon and will be getting another $40 back from Netgear. So - $50 and change for the three of them.
Description of NETGEAR WG311 Wireless-G PCI Adapter
Netgear Wireless Access WG311NA 54Mbps 802.11g PCI Adapter
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 The built-in antenna provides excellent reception. View larger. |
The WG311 is a PCI adapter and requires a Pentium 3 class PC with an available PCI 2.2 slot for installation. It supports Windows Vista and is also compatible with Windows XP, 2000, 98SE, and Me. Setup is as simple as inserting the adapter into a PCI slot and installing the included software. A built-in stub antenna helps you receive as strong a signal as possible for the fastest possible speeds.
Fast and Secure
The NETGEAR WG311 supports the 802.11g protocol standard for speeds up to 54 Mbps and a longer range than previous-generation 802.11b adapters. With a good connection, you'll notice the difference right away as you'll be able to stream high-quality music without any hiccups and load videos much faster. Downloading files is up to five times faster than it was with 802.11b. Since 802.11g is also interoperable with 802.11b, you don't have to worry about whether or not you'll get a connection elsewhere if you move your computer around; the WG311 will automatically detect the network and allow you to connect to it at the highest speed possible.
The adapter supports 40/64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption for security so you don't have to worry about anyone eavesdropping on your emails or stealing your passwords. The included software makes managing different WEP passwords a breeze as you can set up different profiles for each wireless network you connect to, saving yourself the trouble of having to type in encryption keys each time.
The NETGEAR WG311 Wireless-G PCI Adapter is backed by a 1-year warranty.
What's in the Box
WG311 Wireless-G PCI adapter, installation guide, resource CD, warranty/support information card
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