51VAHSTZH1L. SL160 Cisco Linksys WMP54G Wireless G PCI Adapter

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The Linksys Wireless-G PCI Adapter installs in most desktops and lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running network 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 network storage with other computers on the network.The Wireless-G PCI Adapter connects you with Wireless-G networks at an incredible 54Mbps! And for added versatility, it can also interoperate with all the 11Mbps Wireless-B (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country. And in either mode, your wireless communications are protected by industrial-strength Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), so your data stays secure.So don't hassle with running cables through your house - get your desktop connected the easy way with the Linksys Wireless-G PCI Adapter.Wireless-G (802.11g) connectivity for your desktop PCIncredible data rates up to 54Mbps in the 2.4GHz radio bandAlso interoperates with Wireless-B (802.11b) networks at 11MbpsPut your PC wherever you want, with no cabling hassle

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Product Type - Adapter
Complies with IEEE 802.11g draft standards, and backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11b products
Supports up to 128-bit WEP encryption and WPA security
Up to 128-bit WEP encryption
32-bit PCI Interface

Cisco-Linksys WMP54G Wireless-G PCI Adapter 3.5 out of 5 based on 294 ratings. 3654 user reviews

Network Accessories Cisco-Linksys WMP54G Wireless-G PCI Adapter The Linksys Wireless-G PCI Adapter installs in most desktops and lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running network 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 network storage with other computers on the network.The Wireless-G PCI Adapter connects you with Wireless-G networks at an incredible 54Mbps! And for added versatility, it can also interoperate with all the 11Mbps Wireless-B (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country. And in either mode, your wireless communications are protected by industrial-strength Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), so your data stays secure.So don't hassle with running cables through your house - get your desktop connected the easy way with the Linksys Wireless-G PCI Adapter.Wireless-G (802.11g) connectivity for your desktop PCIncredible data rates up to 54Mbps in the 2.4GHz radio bandAlso interoperates with Wireless-B (802.11b) networks at 11MbpsPut your PC wherever you want, with no cabling hassle $57.99 http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51VAHSTZH1L._SL160_.jpg

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Rose M. Swinson
October 13th, 2010 on 11:07 pm
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I’ve had my wireless configuration for quite some time, and never experienced a problem UNTIL I had an XP system built. Then, 3-4 times, every hour, I’d drop and I’d have to tinker around to reconnect.
After a bit of research, I found the solution! XP has something called “Wireless Zero Configuration” .. and to the best of my knowledge, Linksys is simply not compatible with this. Does that mean ditch your Linksys card or USB adapter? NOPE!

Just do a quick search on the web, and it’ll tell you how to disable the Wireless Zero Configuration, and all will be well again =)
B. Kaplan
October 14th, 2010 on 4:20 am
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This is the 3rd linksys wireless PCI card I have purchased (2 of which are this model, the WMP54G). I have gotten tremendous reception on both (one is on my desktop on the 2nd floor of my house and this latest one is on a desktop in my basement… the access point is on the 1st level of our house.
David Whittle
October 15th, 2010 on 10:09 pm
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I upgraded my computer to Windows Vista and was disappointed to find my aging Netgear wireless PCI card to be incompatible with the new Microsoft operating system. I searched the internet for a replacement and found the Linksys home page stating their WMP54G ver. 4.1 card had Vista drivers.

The price here on Amazon is very good, but I was concerned that Amazon might not ship out the version 4.1 of this card. Fortunately, not only did my shipment arrive in a very timely manner (thanks to Prime), but the card they shipped in early Feb. of 2007 was indeed ver. 4.1 and works perfectly within a Vista computer!

I did have some slow connections and intermittent stops and starts even though the computer said I had a strong signal. I found the solution was to rotate the antenna to the side instead of straight up and down. Now I’m getting wireless speeds that beat my old Netgear card.

Great price and quick delivery from Amazon… highly recommended.
R. Ocampo
October 16th, 2010 on 3:58 pm
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Installation was a snap – a few minutes of one’s time. Find an available PCI slot and load the included driver with the supplied CD. Once installation is complete, the card will detect all available networks in the area. All you have to do is enter the necessary WEP key (if enabled) in ASCI or HEX format, depending on the type of wireless router.
In my case, I am using an Apple Airport Base Station for my two Apple computers. I recently added a Windows PC using XP. I initially had hesitations in wireless network compatibility for the “G” standard properly commuicating with my “B” standard Base Station. I finally decided on buying the Linksys and found that there was no compatibility issue at all.

The signal strength is excellent. I never had any problems with my network status and online surfing experience.

My only complaint is the unattractive long, generic-looking antenna. Compare this with other products like D-Link, Netgear and SMC Networks that have a short (flat/square design) antenna.

Why did I settle on the Linksys brand despite the ugly antenna design? For one, I have great experience with their wireless router (BEFW11S4) which I purchased years ago during it’s initial release and have not had any problem with it. Second, Linksys is the current leader in wireless technology. I am hoping that they will be able to provide excellent drivers should compatibility problems arise with the latest operating systems. Third, Linksys is owned by another leader in the networking industry, Cisco Systems. These factors should be enough to assure a sturdier product.

But before you purchase on any product, do your own research for your specific system compatibility.
Anonymous
October 16th, 2010 on 9:14 pm
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Outstanding delivery of this item. I just arrived home when UPS pulled up and completed delivery. It took all of 5 minutes to install/configure using XP. Now I have 2 pc’s networked using the wireless technology provided by Linksys. Outstanding speed, I have a 2 story and it works fine with my router/cable modem in the basement.
Excellent product.
Anonymous
October 17th, 2010 on 9:29 am
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Had the wmp54g delivered a few hours ago and the install went flawlessly… connected to my linksys wrt54g straight away with DHCP with no troubles… it was as simple as popping in the PCI card and loading up with the latest driver from the linksys website.
Initial speed seems reasonable although I have never had any 802.11b products so cant compare between the two standards… but it connects at 54mbps at a distance of over 15meters…
If using the wrt54g with this product I recommend updating the wrt54g with the latest version of firmware from linksys as it fixs a few bugs especially if you also use b clients.
George Elkins
October 17th, 2010 on 6:15 pm
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I’m running Ubuntu 5.10 on a Dell Optiplex GX150. The WMP54G card was recognized as ra0 and started working after WAP details were input, with no updated drivers or changes required. I configured, activated and set ra0 as default gateway, from the wireless admin tool (no command-line required). I’m using it with a WAP54G access point.

(Don’t bother with the included CD and directions, which are intended for Windows.)
Bob Feeser
October 17th, 2010 on 9:35 pm
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This PCI card, installed in a 300Mghz Gateway tower, running Windows ME was a relatively easy install. A couple of glitches did occur though. When I first installed it, I followed the directions, and installed the software first, shut the computer down, installed the card, and rebooted. It auto recognized, and configured, and automatically found the signal, and it was done. Almost done. The signal was there, according to the icon at the bottom of the screen, but I was unable to log onto the internet. Additionally the computer was running super slow, way slower than usual, so I uninstalled the software, then removed the card, and it was back to running normally. Here is the fix, do not choose AD HOC as your system choice when setting up. Use the selection that allows, hard wired, and wireless devices, or any combination. Once I installed it that way, it worked perfect right away. Additionally, I removed the 56K modem via Control Panel, System, then Device Manager, then highlighting the modem and click on Remove. Then when I shut down the machine, I permanently removed the modem. It was useless anyhow, with a broadband wireless connection in the machine. Wah lah, great connections, and the computer was back to flying at full speed. Now I am super happy with the performance, and the ease of setup.
One thing that should also be mentioned is that security with a wireless system is something to address. Anyone with a wireless laptop, can drive down the road, and get a connection. Changing the name from the default network name of “Linksys” is the first step. I would set your entire network up first, get it all running, then concentrate on keeping others out. Eliminates the confusion. Additionally, some firewall software, is also a good idea.
When installing the card in the laptop running Windows XP it almost installed itself. XP has wireless network capacity built right into it.
Wireless is the wave of the future, and it is here now. At the Comdex show this year, it was all the rave. The hardware manufacturers are working at a feverish pitch, in order to jump on the bandwagon with all kind of add on wireless devices. Definitely a cool tool, a must have add on.
Moses Chung
October 18th, 2010 on 3:28 am
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I’ve been reading other user’s reviews on this product and I’m not really sure where all the problems are coming from. First off, I am a computer technician with four years experience in the field, so I am fairly familiar with computers. But I’ve had this product for about one month and I’ve noticed nothing significant in terms of problems.
I am running 2 Linksys wireless-G PCI cards along with the Linksys wireless-G broadband router (WRT54G). I have one machine running Windows XP about 5 feet from the router. I have a second machine running Windows 2000 upstairs approximately 25 feet away from the router. The machine next to the router gets excellent signal strength and the machine upstairs gets very good signal strength which really has no negative effect on the user’s experience with Internet browsing (DSL).

These are a couple of things that I learned while installing these devices:
- For the Windows 2000 machine (and other 9x clients), the instructions specifically say to install the software BEFORE installing the card. I have no idea why this would be the case because Windows should be Plug N Play, but for some reason, it will not detect the hardware until the software is in place. (I used the device drivers from the CD, I did not use any updated drivers from the website).
- Do not download the latest firmware (2.02.2) to the router unless there is something wrong with the router (unless you’re adventurous). I updated the router firmware to the latest version from the Linksys website as soon as I was up and running and the router stopped grabbing an IP address from my ISP. After some frustration, I finally reset the router to factory default settings and the router came back up. I don’t know if that is the definitive solution to the problem, but that’s what worked for me.
- Do not power off the router by pulling the power cord from the back of the router. I have not fully investigated this yet, but it seems like the router loses its settings for WEP and SSID when it’s powered off. This can cause some more frustration (especially since I’m using 128-bit WEP).

These are the things that I found out installing my devices. But besides those issues, I have not had any other major problems. I have no comment on Linksys customer service since I never called them. I hope that those who complained about this product were able to get their problems resolved. But I have noticed nothing significant so far. I will write another review if things change in the near future.
Richard Carling
October 18th, 2010 on 9:05 am
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I installed the Linksys 54g PCI Adapter and was up and running in just minutes in combination with the Linksys Wireless 54g Router, the setup was straight forward and easy to follow.
I have had no disconnects or problems at all, the PCI 54g Router is in another room about 30 feet away.

I do not have any 802.11b cards to support, this makes a big difference since the current firmware implementation drops to the 11 Mbps speed if you run in “compatibility mode” and it may not work that great even then with 11b cards. But if your setting up a completely 54g based network, this works great and with the default setting this is a breeze to install.

I also have a 2.4 GHz WaveCom transmitter right next to the Wireless Router and have had no interference problems between them (the WaveCom sends high quality NTSC Video/Stereo into the next room).