Compex WLU11A 802.11b 11Mbps Wireless USB Adapter

by Compex

Product Details

Product Manual [7.98mb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 10.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000067U2Z
• Item model number: WLU11A
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 1, 2002

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Combining wireless connectivity with USB convenience, Compex iWavePort WLU11A delivers the industry-leading 11Mbps wireless LAN standard via the Universal Serial Bus (USB) for your wireless desktop clients. With selectable 64-bit or 128-bit private encryption, Compex WLU11A ensures data privacy while transmitting over the 2.4GHz frequency band. All transmitted packets are encrypted with the WEP key, and only the wireless client and access point that are configured with the same key are able to use the network resources. Implementation of WEP would give mobile users surfing security in a wireless network. This is the perfect solution for mobile users.

Features and Benefits

• 11Mbps wireless network adapter
• Easy USB installation
• 64 and 128-bit WEP encryption
• Fast data transfer
• Data privacy ensured

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Godsend!!!, October 30, 2003

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"zachn" (Elkins Park, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Compex WLU11A 802.11b 11Mbps Wireless USB Adapter (Personal Computers)

My computer sits in a wooden cubby hole in my desk with it's back against a wall. I was using a wireless PCI card (with its own moveable antenna) and I was experiencing constant fluctuations in signal strength from no signal on some days up to 70% on others. Most of the time it was very low and there were many days of 0 - 20% signal at most. I can't even use the internet if the signal is below 20%. I found that sometimes if I angled my computer so the card wasn't right up against the wall and if I fiddled with the antenna I could sometimes maintain a decent signal. I would also find that if I moved myself either closer or further away, or to the left or to the right or if I leaned my body in just the right way I could get a slightly better signal. It has been such a trial with that PCI card! Well, no more fiddling, no more shuffling back and forth and no more leaning in awkward positions. This card has performed a miracle! I placed it on my desk so it sits out in the open. The driver and utility set up was so fast and easy in Windows 98 and it immediately found the wireless signal and connected me. And here's the best part - 100% SIGNAL STRENGTH!!! It is only a few feet from where my internal wireless card used to be, but oh what a difference! This card is inexpensive, easy to set up and works great! If you are having poor connections with an internal wireless card, I strongly suggest you give this external one a try.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick, easy, portable, fast, great range, it's perfect!, August 30, 2004

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Optimized_Shopping "Optimized_Shopping" (Las Vegas, NV, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Compex WLU11A 802.11b 11Mbps Wireless USB Adapter (Personal Computers)

Though only a 802.11b, this little USB wireless adapter is the best out there. I spend about $35 for it 1/2 year ago, and basically bought it without any prior reviews information. Lucky me, this lightweight, portable USB adapter works like a charm. Install the drivers in XP after it's plugged in, and you're up and running.

Even has Linux drivers and support! (I haven't tried this yet though).

This is the best thing you can buy for under $50. Great for laptops too!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good, August 11, 2004

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M. Lioy (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Compex WLU11A 802.11b 11Mbps Wireless USB Adapter (Personal Computers)

Only problem I have with this is when coming out of hibernation it often needs to be unplugged and plugged in again in order for it to aquire. Otherwise quite happy with it.