Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking

by Belkin

Product Details

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• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.5 x 2.1 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000062R4P
• Item model number: F5D5050
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,447 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The easiest way to get your computer ready to share Internet access is through an available USB port. The Adapter simply plugs in to let your PC connect to your cable or DSL modem, as well as share files and peripherals with computers that are connected to the network. With instant, Plug-and-Play USB and the simple setup with our included software, you can add sharing capability in minutes without opening your computer case to install a card.

Features

• Adds your PC to your network, easily--through a USB port
• Lets you share your Internet connection--ideal for multiplayer gaming, accessing streaming audio and video, and other high-end Internet functions
• Installs easily into any available USB port--without requiring you to open your PC case
• Comes with a Belkin Lifetime Warranty and free, 24-hour technical support
• Connects your PC to a broadband modem
• Exchanges data quickly between connected PCs and notebooks; lets you share printers and other peripherals, and communicate via e-mail

Product Description

The easiest way to get your computer ready to share Internet access is through an available USB port. The Adapter simply plugs in to let your PC connect to your cable or DSL modem, as well as share files and peripherals with computers that are connected to the network. With instant, Plug-and-Play USB and the simple setup with our included software, you can add sharing capability in minutes without opening your computer case to install a card.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great networking alternative, works with XP and 2003, June 20, 2004

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Carlos Santiago (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking (Personal Computers)

I required a second network card to setup a multihomed server using Windows 2003. Since I was out of PCI slots on my server this adapter was a definitive blessing; it is also an excellent alternative for laptop users and for people who don't feel comfortable opening their computer cases. The adapter's cable length is about a foot 1/2 long, which I think is adequate for most people; it also has a power LED which also serves as a network status indicator.

I also tested the adapter with Windows XP and did not require the CD to set it up (Windows 2003 did require the CD).

Note:
If you install this adapter with your system powered on, you will get an error message indicating a problem starting the device, this is normal and will go out after restarting.

So far, performance has been consistent and it has been 100% stable.

I hope that my review helps in evaluating this device.

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tivo Owners - THIS IS THE ONE TO GET., January 19, 2006

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Vornado - See all my reviews

This review is from: Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking (Personal Computers)

I previously owned the Linksys 200M and it broke with the touch of a feather because of a little plastic door which holds the ethernet cable. I know plenty of Tivo owners will make the same mistake because it is the only one "certified" on their website. Do not buy the Linksys 200M. This adapter installed so easily and connected to Tivo perfectly. The design is light years away from the Linksys 200M. Tivo owners - buy this one, you won't be sorry!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I bought this to Network my Tivo, May 23, 2006

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Bilbo "Hobbit" (SF, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking (Personal Computers)

And network my Tivo I did. It worked right out the box without any problems at all - Tivo recognized it immediately.

Would have got 5 stars, but I do feel that the price point for this "brand" device is excessive now that USB is a very mature technology.

Incidentally, I bought a $6 + $2 shipping non-branded device from ebay which works perfectly with a colleague's Tivo.