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NetGear RangeMax™ 240 WPN511 (F41359) 802.11g/b Wireless Adapter

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Product Description
If you've been searching for an easy way to connect any desktop PC or laptop to your wireless network, your wait is over! The Instant Wireless USB Network Adapter is the solution... More
If you've been searching for an easy way to connect any desktop PC or laptop to your wireless network, your wait is over! The Instant Wireless USB Network Adapter is the solution you've been looking for. The Plug-and-Play Wireless USB Network Adapter connects directly to any USB-ready PC - just plug it in and you're ready to share data, printers, or high speed Internet access over your existing wireless network. For desktop installation, you don't even have to open your PC's case. Easy-to-use software is included to make your setup hassle-free. ??Not only is the Instant Wireless USB Network Adapter easy to install and use, it's also powerful. You can be sending and receiving data at speeds up to 11Mbps. A high-powered built-in Di-Electric antenna means that you're connected at distances of up to (1500 feet.) It's also versatile. Need to use it temporarily on another PC? No problem. Plug it into the USB port, set it up, and you're ready to go. ??So for full desktop and notebook PC f... Less
The WPN511 RangeMax Wireless PC Card from Netgear brings blazing wireless speeds and improved range to notebook PCs. It is optimized for use with the RangeMax Wireless Router (sold... More
The WPN511 RangeMax Wireless PC Card from Netgear brings blazing wireless speeds and improved range to notebook PCs. It is optimized for use with the RangeMax Wireless Router (sold separately) which adjusts to the interference and physical barriers at home, and delivers up to 500,000 square feet of coverage. With this router/card combination, the problem of fading Internet connections is eliminated - giving you the freedom to work or play from virtually anywhere in your home. Powerful features like WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Pre-Shared Key) Security ensure that your network is safe from unauthorized users. Setup is quick and easy with the SmartWizard install assistant. Compatible with both 802.11b and 802.11g standards, this PC card lets you place your notebook PC anywhere in your home without the need for repeaters, range extenders or boosters. Less
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Key Features   
Interface Compatibility   USB 1.1 PC Card (Cardbus)
WLAN Standards   IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g/b
Form Factor   External Adapter Expansion Card
Wireless   
802.11b/g Indoor Range 300 ft. / 90 meter -
802.11g Data Rates   - 108 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 28 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps
802.11b/g Outdoor Range 1500 ft. / 455 meter -
Operating Frequency   2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz
Modulation   CCK • DBPSK • DQPSK • DSSS OFDM • CCK • QPSK • BPSK • DBPSK • DQPSK • 16QAM • 64QAM • DSSS
802.11b Data Rates   22 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps
Operating Channels 802.11b/g: 11 (North America), 13 (Europe), 14 (Japan) 802.11b/g: 11 (North America), 13 (Europe), 14 (Japan)
Security   
Security WEP WEP • WPA
WEP Encryption Length   40 bit (=64 bit) • 128 bit 40 bit (=64 bit) • 128 bit
Other Features   
Operating System   Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition • Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition • Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition • Microsoft Windows XP
Led Indicators   Power • Link Link • Wireless
Operation Voltage - 3.3 Volt
Package Qty. 1 1
Brand Linksys NetGear
Dimensions   
Depth 2.8 in. 4.68 in.
Height 0.9 in. 0.25 in.
Width 3.58 in. 2.12 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
Product ID 20628888 23974698
Release Date May, 2002 March, 2005
UPC 745883550227 060644903993
Product MPN   
MPN WUSB11 F41359
 
Consumer Reviews
Linksys WUSB11
Linksys WUSB11 802.11b Wireless Adapter
From $13.56
NetGear RangeMax 240 WPN511
NetGear RangeMax™ 240 WPN511 (F41359) 802.11g/b Wireless...
$6.95

Product Review Summary

2.5
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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having problems

bycalviso Mar 21, 2006
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros external and no need to invade your pc tower
Cons unreliable connection...read my review
Recommended it? No

I bought this for my desktop and have a wireless router for my home network. My connection seems to drop in the middle of my internet sessions, even though i'm in the same room as my router. There seems to be problems with communication from my adapter to my router. When it quits and I can't get on... Read full review »

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a fine product

byclimbergrlaz Sep 19, 2005
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros i'm sure this device is fine for a desktop.
Cons not very portable.
Recommended it? Yes

installation was easy. tech support wasn't too helpful on a question i had regarding accessing wireless points. i think she just didn't know the answer and couldn't say "i don't know". having some errors on startup, but device works fine. i imagine i just need to reinstall the software. interface... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.6
Based on 5 user reviews
80% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

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An Ideal MIMO CardBus PCI Card For Your Older Notebook Computer

bypeterdmar Sep 1, 2008
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good range, high performance somewhat resistant to nearby WiFi interference
Cons Crappy Netgear Smart Wizard software<br>
Recommended it? Yes

This MIMO Netgear WPN511 RangeMax Wireless CardBus PC Card Type II slot offer better range when used with a matching router. In my opinion, the major flaw with this lies with the software offer by Netgear. The driver for this adapter works extremely well without the Netgear trashy configuring Smart... Read full review »

9

Overpriced, decent card

bycritofur May 4, 2006
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good range and speed, consistent connection.
Cons Price, sticks out a little further than I'd like.
Recommended it? Yes

My router (an SMC 802.11G router) is on the third floor and I'm using this card in my notebook on the first floor and I get 7-8 out of 8 "dots" on the signal strength meter and consistently connect at 54 Mbps. The utility that comes with the card is also decent, though I wish it would automatically... Read full review »

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