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| Linksys WUSB54GR Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster | 
| Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $32.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (20 reviews)
Sales Rank: 5449
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Network Interface: Hi-Speed USB
Warranty: 3 years warranty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.8
MPN: WUSB54GR
Model: WUSB54GR
UPC: 745883570065
EAN: 0745883570065
ASIN: B000HZYH84
Release Date: September 4, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Wireless-G USB adapter provides on-line connectivity without the hassle of Ethernet cables | | • | RangeBooster technology doubles your wireless network range and increases its throughput by up to 35-percent | | • | Two smart receivers detect and decode reflected signals at long distances to minimize dead spots | | • | Fully 802.11 compliant and uses a single 2.4 GHz channel | | • | Wireless communications are protected by 128-bit WPA encryption, so your data remains secure |
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Product Description
The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster is the simple way to add or upgrade wireless connectivity in your desktop or notebook computer. RangeBooster technology is a compatible add-on to standard Wireless-G which increases your wireless network's range up to two times, and its throughput by up to 35%. Unlike ordinary wireless technologies that are confused by signal reflections, RangeBooster uses two smart receivers at each end to detect and decode reflected signals at distances where standard technologies give up. You'll find that "dead spots" in the wireless coverage area are reduced, too. Unlike other range-enhancing technologies, RangeBooster is fully 802.11 compliant, and a "good neighbor" to other wireless devices and technologies, using a single 2.4GHz channel as specified by the official wireless standard. And with RangeBooster you'll see a range improvement even when running a mixed network of RangeBooster and regular Wireless-G and Wireless-B devices. To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. (It's compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports, but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds.) It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary. The included Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the Adapter to your wireless network settings, step by step. Wireless communications can be protected by WPA 128-bit encryption, so your data stays secure. The high-gain antenna lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network. Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, play on-line games, and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Linksys WUSB54GR Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster is the simple way to add or upgrade wireless connectivity in your desktop or notebook computer. Forget about drilling holes in your walls, or tangling with wires in the attic or cellar--this adapter's high-gain antenna lets you put your computer almost anywhere in your home, without the cost and hassle of running cables. 
The WUSB54GR Wireless-G USB Network Adapter utilizes RangeBooster to double your wireless network's range. | Once you're onboard with wireless connectivity, you can keep in touch with your email, access the Internet, use instant messaging, and share files and other resources, such as printers and network storage, with other computers on your network. Becoming wireless adds more freedom and convenience to your home or office, and it will save you time and money. This adapter is a breeze to install--simply plug the WUSB54GR into any available USB port (it is compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0, but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds). It gets its power through the USB connection, so there is no additional power cord. And to keep it easy the included, step-by-step Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the adapter to your wireless network settings without any headaches. RangeBooster technology powers the WUSB54GR and it is a compatible add-on to standard Wireless-G. This technology doubles your wireless network's range, and increases its throughput by up to 35-percent. Unlike ordinary wireless technologies that are confused by signal reflections, RangeBooster uses two smart receivers at each end to detect and decode reflected signals at distances where standard technologies give up. You'll also find that the WUSB54GR dramatically reduces those pesky "dead spots" in your wireless coverage. Unlike other range-enhancing technologies, RangeBooster is fully 802.11 compliant. And it is won't cause a big hubbub with other wireless devices and technologies because it uses a single 2.4 GHz channel as specified by the official wireless standard. Plus, with RangeBooster you'll see a range improvement even when running a mixed network of RangeBooster and regular Wireless-G devices. For even greater versatility, the WUSB54GR can also interoperate with all the 11 Mbps Wireless-B (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country. In any mode, your wireless communications are protected by 128-bit WPA encryption, so your data remains secure. So roll up those wires and quit running cables all throughout your home or office--get your computer connected the easy way with the Linksys WUSB54GR Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 15 more reviews...
 works great with xp (5 stars); Does not work with Vista (0 stars) October 17, 2008
Works perfectly on XP desktop, no problems with installation or anything. Tried to use on Vista and had tons of problems. Tried to install 6 different ways, uninstalling each time. It would recognize the device and ask for a driver. Pointed it to install disk; "no driver found". Pointed it to "Windows Vista compatible driver" that I downloaded from Lynksys website, (after unzipping it), "no driver found". Called tech support and they tried to tell me it was the router compatability, and couldn't get them to understand that Vista would not even show the adapter as being there, even though upon plugging it in it requested a driver for "USB wireless-G Network Adapter". Highly recommend for XP, go somewhere else for Vista.
 uhm it sucks September 30, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
cant get it to work i lost out on 50 bucks it works ok for a few minutes and then kicks me off line uhm it sucks
 Unbelievable September 8, 2008
I had this adapter for 2 years and never had any problems with it. It could pick up a signal 2 houses down from mine. It is very powerful. The adapter ended up getting wet to many times and fried. I recently purchased a Belkin Wireless N USB Adapter (Mfr #F5D8053) thinking I would be able to pick up at least the same number of signals but it doesn't come close. Granted the Belkin is best used with a compatible N router I was hoping it would be able to pick up as many signals as the Linksys but it doesn't come close.
SURPASSES EXPECTATIONS September 7, 2008
I purchaed the Linksys adapter because I was one of many people fooled by Netgear's completely useless piece of junk and needed to replace it. The Linksys adapter surpassed my expectations. Not only does it get me online immediately, it also solved a problem for me. The problem was that I was unable to view my [...] online videos without pausing the videos and waiting for them to buffer--an extremely irritating, time-consuming process. With the Linksys adapter, the information is processed so quickly that all I have to do is clickon the videos' play button and everything works just like normal. My online work is now a complete pleasure again. This is a superior product.
Charlie in Maine September 3, 2008
I got this because on vacation in Maine I don't have a high speed internet connection, and wanted stronger signals from non-secure wireless sites. With the booster, the signal still reads "poor", but I seem to have rapid access without any constraints. At home, I can see the signal with the booster as Excellent, and without it, at "Good" and sometimes "Fair" depending on where I am in the house.
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