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SMC Networks SMC SMCWUSB-G IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Adapter

from: SMC

List Price: $28.99

Price: $14.00

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Used Price: $20.00
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Binding: Electronics
Brand: SMC
EAN: 0662698706253
Item Dimensions: Weight (hundredths-pounds)="200"
Label: SMC
Manufacturer: SMC
Model: SMCWUSB-G
MPN: SMCWUSB-G
Network Interface Description: Hi-Speed USB
Publisher: SMC
Studio: SMC

Features:

54Mbps WLAN 32-bit USB 2.0 Adapter
IEEE 802.11G standard, Backward compatibility to existing 802.11B
Advanced security through 64/128-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
Internal Antenna
Compact, easy-to-carry form factor

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Editorial Review:

Product Description:
The EZ Connect g 54Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter SMCWUSB-G is another cutting edge introduction in 2.4GHz wireless communication for your laptop or desktop. Designed for both business and home users, this new adapter provides the speed, coverage, and security expected by today's wireless users. Based on the IEEE 802.11g standard, the new EZ Connect g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is 5 times faster than the widely used 802.11b wireless networking devices and is 100% compatible with existing 802.11b wireless networks. The SMCWUSB-G is extremely fast and can handle streaming video, multimedia and all other bandwidth-intensive applications. Wireless clients can now easily obtain instant, seamless high-speed network connection. The SMCWUSB-G complies with USB 2.0 and is backward compatible with USB 1.1. With a USB performance of 480 Mbps (40 times the speed of USB 1.1), this new product can take full advantage of the 802.11g bandwidth. Its compact, sleek design makes it convenient and easy to carry. Using the SMCWUSB-G, you can simplify PC connections in the home, office or on the road.

Customer Reviews

Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating:

- Linux Wireless USB
I needed a replacement Wifi adapter for my HP laptop because the OEM built in chip died. I bought this adapter because a review I read said it worked well with their Linux computer. In Linux it is true plug and play. I use Mepis Linux and I plugged it in, went to the Mepis control to input my WEP key and clicked apply and I was surfing the web. The link level of the OEM chip indicated 52. From the same spot in the house with this adapter my monitor reads 82.
I have Windows Vista installed on ... Read More

Rating:

- Good for desktop
Once I ran the setup disk and installed the software (which took less than five minutes) I was hooked up and ready to go. After setting up the connection, it's strictly plug and play. It doesn't overheat fast (maybe after 3 days continuous hook-up) and cools down in about 5 minutes. I've experienced no problems with it finding the signal of our router, upstairs and through several walls. It came with a USB extension cord and installation disk. Has no problem handling our speed of (far under what it ... Read More

Rating:

- Very good deal
Excellent
The adapter works quite well the price was very attractiveand the shopping was fast.
I am satisfied with this deal totally.

Rating:

- Not recommended for laptop/notebook
This product is fair. It does function as described however it is not sturdy at all. As it plugs into the usb port, it is subject to being bumped easily. The exterior is made of plastic and the seams on the side are not attached solidly meaning when it's bumped they separate. Once this has happeded, the connection becomes weak and rapidly deteriorates. For us, they are impractical as it was used on a laptop that is often relocated. Had to purchase a different adapter that was a little more expensive ... Read More

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