| Linksys WUSB11 Wireless-B USB Network Adapter v4 |
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Model: WUSB11
Brand: Linksys
Manufacturer: Linksys
Average Rating: 
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Total Reviews: 360
Platforms: Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Windows
Operating system: Windows
Form factor: External
Hardware platform: PC
Data link protocol: IEEE 802.11b
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| Features: |
Connects desktop or laptop computers to your wireless network
High-speed transfer rate of up to 11 Mbps
Operating range of up to 300 feet indoors and 1,500 feet outdoors
Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Easy plug-and-play installation |
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| Description: |
| The Linksys WUSB11 USB Wireless Network Adapter is perfect if you're looking to start a wireless network, or just want an easy way to connect to an existing one. With this external adapter you can access a wireless 802.11b from any notebook or desktop's USB port. Free driver/firmware upgrades Free technical support - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (for North America only) Includes - USB cable & driver utility CD-ROM |
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| User Reviews (360 total): |
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Linksys WUSB11 Wireless-B USB Network Adapter, January 5, 2007
By R. S. Young
This unit has worked flawlessly since we set it up. It was easy to install since it is external. It is also easy to move to another computer, if needed. We have enjoyed having it.
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"Just works" in both Windows and Linux, January 5, 2007
By Laszlo
I bought this adapter to provide wireless for an old laptop that needed a USB network adapter that "just worked" in Linux. In that it worked admirably, achieving good speeds (400+kb/s) everywhere in a large house, even through multiple walls or in a tiled bathroom. Its signal strength and reliability has outperformed several USB dongle-sized, or laptop PMCIA-card 802.11b adapters I've used which would sometimes drop connections within my house.
The only disadvantage would be its weird shape. It plugs in to an included 6ft male-male USB cable, which means you can't plug it in directly to the back of your computer, though the cord does give you the flexibility to place it wherever your signal strength is best. At about creditcard-size, you might need something to weigh down the cord to keep it from pulling the adapter off whatever you set it on (it's pretty light).
Overall a good cheap wireless adapter for either Linux or Windows that "just works" with no hassle during setup.
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Works great with my Tivo series II, January 4, 2007
By Jim (Willow Grove, PA)
I bought this adapter so that my Tivo didn't have to use the phone line to update its schedule, and it hasn't given me any problems. I've also used it on my computer from time to time, and it works great there as well. Easy set up, very reliable.
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WUSB11 WIRELESS -B USB NETWORK ADAPTOR, January 3, 2007
By Donald L. May
This product was quite simple and easy to install. It has performed perfectly since installation. I highly recommend this product.
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version 4 has the WPA security, December 28, 2006
By S. R. Mamidi (NJ United States)
Purchased 2 of them and found them to compatible in Win XP. Also version 4 of this adapter supports WPA security which is the strongest encryption than WEP. Linksys tech support doesn't even know about this info. check the wpa certification on wi-fi.org.
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Not for TiVo, December 27, 2006
By Brian K. Lasley
The site did not state the version of the software. TiVo can only use version 2.6 or 2.8 and some 3.0. This is version 4.1 and will not work on TiVo. I wish the site had listed what version it was before I ordered.
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Works Great, December 12, 2006
By alex_miller (Pennsylvania, USA)
I got this over a year ago and its still working great, highly recommended
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Wireless B, November 12, 2006
By Danilo M. Croes (Miami, Florida)
A+ in everything keep it like that. It was a pleasure to deal with you guys
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Plain Vanilla, November 12, 2006
By Engineer (Colts Neck, NJ)
If you want very basic capability this is the wireless adapter for you. Slow but steady and inexpensive.
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Works great, November 5, 2006
By K. Booth
I bought this for my Tivo, hooked it up the day it arrived and haven't touched it since. Great value.
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Tivo hookup, November 4, 2006
By Carolyn Brzezinski (Boston, MA)
The wireless adapter was easy to install. Within a short time I was hooked up to Tivo.
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I like what I bought, September 1, 2006
By Humberto (San Francisco)
A while back, I bought a TiVo and needed a USB network device to access my network. So I went to TiVo's website and found that this adapter works with TiVo, so I bought it and followed the directions I'd found on how to make it work. It worked like a charm. Since it's been up and running, I've had just about zero problems with it.
Eventually, my wife and I moved. When we did, I needed to drape the coax cable across the apartment to where the office is set up, and it looked really bad. If I left the cable modem and Linksys router on the other side of the room, the laptops could still connect wirelessly, but the Dell PC would be out of luck, since it didn't have a wireless adapter. So I bought another of these adapters, and it works like a champ.
So now I have two of these network adapters in my apartment, and each one does a fantastic job of providing me with internet access, one on TiVo, one on a desktop PC running WinXP. Basically, follow instructions and you should be fine. And if you let the first two reviews sway your decision, remember that at least the first one was written in 2003, so you'll probably buy a better device now. I know mine is fine.
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Linksys WUSB11 adapter just what I ordered, August 31, 2006
By Terry H (Springfield, IL)
I needed a specific version of router and firmware and they had it and delivered exactly what I asked for. Thanks.
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No more clutter, August 31, 2006
By Oren Anderson (DP,CA 92629)
Great, now I don't need a 25 foot COX cable to hook up my internet. Best of all eveything is now in a network, desktop, printer,laptop. Easy set up as long as you read directions. Mine was a little tricky because my laptop is old and is a Windows 98SE system, so had to make a setup disk, but not a problem. I bought Linksey WUSB11(desktop), WRT54G(Modem), WPC11(laptop).
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Difficult to set up, August 4, 2006
By Discover
I have had a very frustrating and difficult time setting up this adaptor.
Still does not work. Many emails to Linksys. They told me to start all over setting up my router .... when I have time I will try it again.
The price was right ... but it needs to set up easily!
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Wireless-B USB Network Adapter, July 22, 2006
By L. Woods
Very easy to set up. Using this unit on the 2nd floor of my home with a wireless router on the 1st floor. Performance has been good.
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WAY TO GO !!!, July 13, 2006
By hubcaps1 (Mass)
A great cheap and easy way to get and stay connected to your home network and the web.
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EXCELLENT PRODUCT! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!, June 22, 2006
By E. Russo (Providence, RI)
I steal people's WIFI. I do. I admit it. There are about 3 or 4 unsecured connections within my range. I've tried numerous methods of harnessing these signals. I used a Belkin Wireless G USB adapter. Satisfied for awhile. The connections were 50/50 at best. Also tried a no-name USB adapter which did okay for awhile. Again, the connections were very iffy at best. Connections would drop. Uneven speeds. Picked this up (v4) on Ebay for like $18.00. And it has worked well beyond my expectations. I would usually receive a NO SIGNAL to VERY LOW on my connections. These same access points now range from LOW to VERY GOOD respectively. At least a 20% boost from previous efforts. Very satisfied. i didn't bother with the utility. Tried to install it, wouldn't work on XP. I've read that it can be installed by copying files and blah, blah, blah. To be honest the Windows Utility works just fine. Clean and direct. Connection name, strength, secure/unsecure. What more do you need? Strongly advise everyone who "gathers" WIFI signals to pick this up.
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Linksys saves the day (again)., June 1, 2006
By bibliophile (Celebration, FL USA)
We've always had trouble with Netgear and never used D-Link. The reason we've never moved on to D-Link is because we decided to try Linksys after all the issues we had with Netgear, and Linksys has yet to let us down. I use this particular USB Network Adapter on both of our Tivos as well as the family computer we keep in the kitchen.
Occasionally - perhaps once every month, maybe less) - the connection drops, and the only thing that solves it is unplugging the device, waiting a minute or so, then plugging it in again. It's not very bothersome for us.
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Worked Well at first - See Update added 7/06, May 16, 2006
By M. Barnett (Michigan)
Short and Simple. At less than $17 this adapter works excellent. A wireless card would have cost us $45 for my daughters older PC which she may upgrade soon. We pluged the Linksys WUSB11 in to an available USB port, installed the software from the included CD (we're running XP) and we were instantly on-line via the wireless signal. That simple. The PC is about 50' from the router.
Use with virtually any USB equiped PC or Laptop that doesn't have an internal wireless network card. REMEMBER: this is a reciever, not a transmitter (router).
UPDATE - After using the Linksys WUSB11 Wireless-B USB Network Adapter for about 2-3 months, I've found it's not quite as reliable as I initially thought. It constantly (1 to 3 times a day) drops the signal. Although it's just momentary, it's enough to boot you off the internet. Frustrating. I've disconnected and insatalled a basic wireless card which works much nicer. Also, the price has tripled since I purchased for $16.99. Change my review to 1 or 2 stars.
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