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Linksys WUSB54G Wireless-G USB Adapter | 
 enlarge | Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $59.99
Buy New: $14.85
You Save: $45.14 (75%)
New (50) Used (8) Refurbished (3) from $14.85
Rating:  188 reviews
Sales Rank: 521
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Network Interface: Hi-Speed USB
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 2.8 x 0.9 x 3.6
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: WUSB54G
Model: WUSB54G
UPC: 745883556618
EAN: 0745883556618
ASIN: B00009X6PH
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Connects your desktop or notebook to a wireless network at up to 54 Mbps when used with a USB 2.0 port | | • | Easy, no-tools setup on any desktop or notebook | | • | Also compatible with Wireless-B networks (at 11 Mbps) | | • | Wireless communications are protected by up to 128-bit data encryption | | • | Compatible with Windows 2000 or XP |
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Product Description
The easy way to connect your desktop or notebook to a high-speed wireless networkConnect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. By incorporating two new, blazing fast technologies - USB 2.0 and Wireless-G - the Adapter delivers data rates up to 54Mbps (5 times as fast as 802.11b), without the trouble of opening up the case of your desktop computer.To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. 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. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter is also compatible with the Wireless-B (802.11b) network standard, with data rates up to 11Mbps. And your wireless communications can be protected by 128-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter's 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, and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.So don't hassle with running cables through your house - get connected the easy way with the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter.ables through your house - get connected the easy way with the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 183 more reviews...
 terrible signal August 16, 2008
I would definetly NOT recommend this product because the signal speed is low. For me it averages 60-80% signal and i am not that far away from my router! I would recommend to get a PCI one instead.
signal dies during data transfer July 26, 2008
The signal for this and the base unit were strong, until I did a transfer test, then everything went to pot. I switched to netgear and am very impressed with netgear's performance.
 OK only if you have a strong signal July 14, 2008
This device works well if you have a strong signal and little interference. I had to go to using a Netgear WPN111 to get a good connection all the time.
don't waste your money on this junk July 14, 2008
terrible product. frequently drops connection to the router several times a day. not stable at all. really annoying when i'm surfing the net or downloading files and it looses connection to the router.
linksys should be embarrassed to sell such a piece of junk. i thought for the longest time that i was loosing connection / droppping connection because of my linksys wcg200 gateway router only to find out that it is not a wcg200 problem at all but rather a flaky and unstable WUSB54G adapter. and there is absolutely no excuse for the dropping connections since i have no interfering wireless phones, or other wireless devices using the same band, and plus add to the adapter is only about 20 feet away. don't buy this product or you'll be sorry.
I wouldn't even think about selling this junk on ebay to anyone, instead I'm putting it where it belongs... in the trash! I'm switching to the Hawking HWU8DD wireless adapter.
 Compact Unit that is Perfect for my needs June 20, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I am not computer savvy and I found the Linksys WUSB54G Wireless-G USB adapter very easy to set up. And it connected immediately to my Linksys Wireless router. If I can get it to work, anyone should be able too. It is not as fast as being direct connected via wire, but it worked just great for me.
I have been very satisfied with it. I only notice the slower rate of transfer when I have a large download. But I usually use this computer just as a remote terminal and not my main computer. I find that it is fine for browsing, sending e-mails and updating websites. Note; this review does not address a situation where you may want to use it to play a graphic intensive online game. I have computers set up for gaming in another room connected to the main router.
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