D-Link DWL-G132 Compact Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, Cradle Included, 802.11g, 108Mbps

by D-Link

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 1 x 7 inches ; 1.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006698SI
• Item model number: DWL-G132
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Product Description:
D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces the DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter, part of the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G family of 802.11g wireless networking devices. Powered by D-Link 108G Technology, this 802.11g compatible device is capable of delivering maximum wireless signal rates of up to 108Mbps* when connected to other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G products.

The DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWL-G132 can enable 802.11g wireless connectivity by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC’s USB port.

Featuring the latest in wireless technology, the DWL-G132 delivers unparalleled performance and industry-wide compatibility. With a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 108Mbps, quickly transfer large files or view streaming video with the DWL-G132.

The DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter includes an intuitive configuration utility that allows you to discover and connect to other wireless networks in nearby areas. In addition, the utility can also create detailed connectivity profiles of networks you frequently access. You can also enable support for WPA and 802.1x for enhanced data encryption and user authentication.

Like all other D-Link wireless adapters, the DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter can be used in peer-to-peer mode (ad-hoc) to connect directly to other 802.11b/g wirelessly enabled computers or in client mode (infrastructure) to communicate with other users through an access point or router.

Compact in size, robust in speed the DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of wireless connectivity today!

Product Description

The AirPlus Xtreme DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, This 802.11g compatible delivers maximum wireless signal rates of up to 108Mbps when connected to other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G products. An intuitive configuration utility that allows you to discover and connect to other wireless networks in nearby areas. Compact in size, robust in speed -- it also enhanced data encryption and user authentication.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars But Beware, June 12, 2005

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Matthew Clower (Gilroy, Ca) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: D-Link DWL-G132 Compact Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, Cradle Included, 802.11g, 108Mbps (Personal Computers)

Note for operating this device under Windows XP Service Pack 2:
Out-of-the-box, this USB device does not play well with other USB devices. Attempting to do an automatic installation of the drivers (having Windows find the drivers on the CD) consistently yields a Windows STOP error, AKA the Blue Screen of Death. So, I was forced to install the companion software from CD. During the installation, the software told me to update to Windows XP Service Pack 1 with a hotfix I already had installed, to correct known USB conflicts. The device would thereafter only connect to a wireless network if it was plugged in at boot-time, and once disconnected, would not reconnect without a reboot. I still had to get updated drivers for the DWL-G132 from Windows Update and install them; now the conflicts seem but a distant memory.

With the correct drivers, this card has actually started working well in a USB 2.0 port. It is notable to mention that when connected to a USB 1.1 port, the device's performance suffers significantly. Otherwise, it connects reliably to wireless networks anywhere I go and rarely drops signals. It is also very easy to disconnect, reconnect, and swap between laptops and desktop computers. My first reaction when opening the box was that it was too big and would physically take up too much space when plugged in near other USB ports, but it comes with a VERY convenient extended USB cradle. The cradle, of course, allows you to connect the DWL-G132 on the desk, but works with other USB devices just as well, such as memory readers readers, flash memory drives, and even my webcam. That itself is probably the most convenient little gadget I've gotten in a while. If you know the process and can get this card installed properly, it will do very well for you. I'm sure that new revisions will be released containing working drivers in the box, and Windows driver packs will probably include them eventually at install time, but without knowing ahead of time the process was painful.

Also, keep in mind: this is a USB card, it is for portable use. If you try to consistently maximize the throughput, depending on the conditions, it may overheat. If you need to statically connect it to a single machine, get the PCI equivalent.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good product., May 4, 2005

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ITGrid "Artur" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DWL-G132 Compact Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, Cradle Included, 802.11g, 108Mbps (Personal Computers)

I have bveen using DWL-G132 Xtreme for a week now and it seems to be very solid indeed (and this is something I could not say about other D-Link products I used in the past). It works with my DI-624 just fine, the setup was quick and the data transfers are fast. I also haven't noticed any signal drops, even several other access points in the area. DWL-G132 aquires connection instantly after logging in to my Windows and maintains the strong connection throughout the session.

I think this is one of the strongest wireless products I worked with so far.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money, February 11, 2007

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Lori (NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DWL-G132 Compact Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, Cradle Included, 802.11g, 108Mbps (Personal Computers)

This adapter has driver problems. I downloaded all the recommended software. It still does not work right. I went to the Dlink support site, no help.

It will not let my computer shut down correctly in hibernation or standby mode. In hibernation, it just keeps running the computer and will not shut down. In standby, when I bring it back up it says I ejected the hardware incorrectly.

Please, please don't waste your money. Buy something that works. I have used Netgear with great success, never has these kind of problems. I wish I stuck with them.