Belkin Wireless USB adaptor

Advantages: Simple to set up and use
Disadvantages: Software is not the greatest

...I bought this USB network adaptor for my son when he still had his Windows 98 machine as the PCI card that I reviewed previously was too advanced for his hardware. This USB adapter was bought to connect to my Belkin wireless router meaning that I now had a wireless network consisting only of Belkin hardware. --Whats in the box-- On opening the box, there were no real surprises. There was the USB adapter, a stand which would allow you to place the adapter on your desk if you didnt want to have it plugged directly into the back of your PC, the antenna, a quick installation guide and a CD which contained the drivers and a full manual. --Installation-- On reading the quick installation guide, it was apparent that the software had to be installed before the adapter was plugged in. The reason for this was because, when the hardware...

craggybuk 14.06.2007 (28.09.2007) · Read review
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Review of Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter Network adapter

Belkin wireless G USB Network Adaptor

Advantages: Cheap
Disadvantages: Not enough information on software or packaging.

...I recently bought a Belkin wireless adaptor when I went into a house share and needed to have the internet. I use the internet but I know little about the technical side of things. I paid £19.99 for the adaptor in PC world who only had Belkin at the time which I thought was not expensive. However installing it was a nightmare. The 3 easy steps on the box seemed so easy; Install the software, plug the adaptor into a USB PORT - start networking! If only it was that simple. Every time my computer searched for a network it crashed. I phoned the Belkin company who took me step by step through the technical part and still we could not get internet. Eventually the Belkin assistant told my for some reason my computer was not recognising the new network. Being increasingly frustrated I considered taking the adaptor back for a refund...

Chosen 20.10.2007 · Read review
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Belkin Bluetooth Adaptor

Advantages: Small, quick to connect to devices like mobiles and pda's. Good value for money.
Disadvantages: You must read the instruction manual well to set it up properly.

...I purchased this product just after Christmas and so far, I have not had any problems with it. The first thing I must say, is that you MUST make sure that you read the instruction manual before doing anything else. From my experience, if your computer has windows xp and 'service pack 2' installed (usually automatically added when connected to the internet). Then you must install the software first and before plugging it in! Once you have set up the bluetooth adaptor onto your computer (this took me around quarter of an hour) it truly is a marvellous piece of kit. Personally, I bought the Belkin Bluetooth adaptor for several reasons: 1) It works with basically all programmes needing a bluetooth dongle. 2) To connect my bluetooth mobile phone to my laptop so that I could store data (pictures etc.) and copy over appointments...

oli2140 02.03.2006 · Read review
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Linksys Wireless USB Adaptor's

Advantages: Perfection in every way. Shame it dosnt make you a cuppa tea also :-)
Disadvantages: The price would be seen as a little steep. But well worth it.

...Where can I start with this fantastic product. Firstly not only is this well worth the money, its durable also. Ease of Installation Well, this is not hard to get wrong, from opening the product its clearly marked on the adaptor to run the cd first. Then it prompts you to plug the adaptor into your USB port. Now, you can ether use the software designed for the adaptor or let windows manage your wireless connection. I'm not sure about windows 2000 but for xp, it saves the login to access the network & auto connects you when you turn your pc on. Very handy if you have kids who use the net allot. Compatibility To be honest, I have not had any problems with the product what so ever. Version/Model This is a WUSB54G-S This has the speed booster. This is handy if your pc is located on the other side of your home...

daveylee20 10.09.2007 · Read review
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Review of Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WUSB54GS

We kissed and made up

Advantages: Lets you on X Box live with out wires, good range, when it connects it's great
Disadvantages: Can be frustrating to start, Costly, Should have been inbuilt, poor trouble shooting

...For those not interested in reading about my experience the device allows you to play on X box live without the need for wires. The range extends up at least 2 flights of stairs (estimated distance 15 metres directly and through 2 walls) and allows you to X box online. The device which should have come in built sadly needs buying at an extra for around £40 and then you also need to purchase an subscription to the X box Live service. For those wanting to read my experience carry on. To use Xbox live the easiest way with out spreading cables around your house is wireless and to do this you're almost certainly going to be buying this adaptor (though I have read it's possible to do it through a laptop this seemed like it was going to involve effort so I had to decline it). As the 360 has no built in adaptor to pick up wireless Internet...

iamasadlittleboy 02.09.2009 · Read review
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Review of Microsoft Official Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adaptor - Live (Wireless Bridge)

XBOX 360 Wireless Adaptor - a must for serious gamers!

Advantages: Online gaming anywhere in the house
Disadvantages: Can lose connectivity without warning and expensive

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lilostitch626 12.10.2009 · Read review
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Belkin has made another great bluetooth adaptor!

Advantages: Small, easy to take from place to place. Very useful with a phone.
Disadvantages: Some fiddly options for setting up a network

...To tell you the truth, this is a magnificently useful gadget for connecting two or more phones, pda's or computers together with no wires. To begin with, you must make sure to install the installation CD that comes in the package. This is because if you are wanting to set up a wireless bluetooth network around the home. You first must install the software before inserting the bluetooth adaptor. Once you have set up the device and it is working, there is a range of features that this device is capable of. These include, connecting computers together to share files, scanners, the internet etc. Also, if you own a mobile phone that has bluetooth built into it, you can also download many different programmes that can connect your phone to your computer or laptop. Many of these programmes mean that you can control your computer from your...

oli2140 03.03.2006 · Read review
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A fantastic router and adaptor, must buy!

Advantages: great range and connectivity with a variety of products
Disadvantages: havn't really come across any

...for years ive wanted to find a product that would give me exceptional speeds and wireless activity throughout the house. finally with this product everything is going great. first of all the actualy router. this is by far the best i have ever purchaced. using this router i have been able to get download rates which i never thought i would ever see, music downloaded in seconds. as well as downloads the wireless activity is fantastic. connected to me router i have another pc and a few games consoles, including a PS3. the connection is increddibly stable and has a great range. the setup itself was so self explannitory and very helpful. within half an hour i had it running and another computer connected to it as well. thisis where the adaptor comes in. with this adaptor connecting another computer wirelessly has never been simpler. the setpu...

benjonescsd 24.11.2007 · Read review
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SuperG Wireless USB Adaptor

Advantages: Small, easy to use and relatively stable
Disadvantages: Poor support and old drivers

...I purchased the Siemens Gigaset USB Adaptor 108 from Play.com for £7.99 including P&P. An absolute bargain when you consider what lesser devices retail for. This USB adaptor supports the 108Mbps SuperG wireless standard, and is backwards compatible with a, b and regular G networks too. It supports WEP, WPA and WPA2. The unit is very small, about the size of a box of matches. It has, what appears to be, a shielded cable about a metre long with a standard USB plug on the end. There is a little aerial which folds down, though this doesn't really make it any more convenient to carry round. There are two green LEDs to tell you the power is connected and to show wireless network activity. The unit is light, but feels like it's well made. I had read on a few websites not to use the installation CD as the drivers on it are old...

robosapien 12.12.2007 (23.12.2007) · Read review
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Review of Siemens Gigaset USB Adapter 108

Kensington Travel Adaptor

Advantages: Lightweight, Multiple plugs
Disadvantages: An extra addition to your bag

...The Kensington Travel Adaptor is a must for any electronic geek who travels abroad a lot. It is imazing that despite increasing globalisation and the unification and standardisation of many entities around the world, electrical power is one thing that varies around the world. From the US and Canada's 110V 3-round pin supply, to Europe's 250V 2-round pin supply, to Africa's Anglo-european comibination, it is quite easy to accidentally damage a device by plugging it in incorrectly. The kensington adaptor is a useful, if half-hearted device. The multiple plugs are self contained making it easy to carry, and all that is needed is for the user to select the required one and plug it into the wall. Unfortunately however, this device is NOT a transformer, therefore UK devices sill won't work in the US even with the correct plug. I would...

patwanet 19.08.2005 · Read review
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