Model: WU250 Brand: Hawking Technology Manufacturer: Hawking Technology Average Rating: (submit your review here) Total Reviews: 2 Form factor: External Hardware platform: PC Data link protocol: IEEE 802.11b
Features:
2.4GHz/802.11b compliant 11Mbps wireless throughput Easy to install and use
Description:
A new generation of wireless LAN solutions is now allowing dynamic mobile work forces the freedom to be productive from any location within their business or home. A wireless LAN standard called IEEE 802.11b has emerged, delivering speeds up to 11 Mbps and the ability to create wireless LANs that stretch from one end of the company to another. This WU250 Compact USB Wireless LAN Adapter with built-in antenna is designed to connect your Desktop or Notebook computer to Wireless LAN. It can work with Ad-Hoc (Peer to Peer) and Infrastructure (Access Point) Wireless LAN configurations. The WU250 is compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard and can work with a multi-vendor Wireless LAN platform.The Hawking WU250 USB Wireless Adapter delivers network speeds up to 11Mbps ? five times faster than previous wireless LAN products. Using dynamic rate shifting to create a reliable connection, each Wireless Adapter supports up to 32 simultaneous users at a distance of up to 1000ft (300m) for outdoor use and 328ft (100m) for indoor use. It also features Wires Equivalent Privacy (WEP)-compliant data encryption using encryption keys, MAC Address Control and user authentication to ensure a fast, reliable and secure network connection.
User Reviews (2 total):
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A bargain, but doesn't play well with other kids, February 20, 2004
By user Pros: * The Windows drivers installed easily and appeared to work well. * used on Win2k and Win98 systems * signal reception is good
Cons: * Can't use WEP encryption if router/wireless hub has a Cisco chipset (Linksys, SMC, etc. rely on Cisco hardware). * Unable to find drivers for Linux
Wirless USB adapter for Tivo2, May 8, 2003
By user (Atlanta, GA USA)
I bought this item because of the price - but it turned out to be perfect for my setup. I wanted to allow my Tivo 2 to get on my LAN. Previously I bought one of the tiny LinkSys wireless adapters - it worked and was recognized - but I could never get more than 38% out of it (guessing becasue the Tivo is nearly on the floor in a TV stand). The Hawking comes with a extra-long USB cord which allows me to set the device on top of my TV instead of behind the Tivo - now I get over 60% signal!
If you are looking for a cheap wirless USB (esp for Tivo) get this one.
A bargain, but doesn't play well with other kids, February 20, 2004
Wirless USB adapter for Tivo2, May 8, 2003