NETGEAR WPN111NA Wireless Mimo Usb Adapter

by Netgear

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.5 x 1.9 inches ; 1.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007OWNBI
• Item model number: WPN111
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 8, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The NETGEAR WPN111 RangeMax USB 2.0 Adapter offers: Advanced MIMO technology that offers greater speed and range compared to standard 802.11g Enhanced security with support for WPA 128-bit WEP encryption Backwards compatibility with 802.11b networks

The NETGEAR WPN111 RangeMax USB 2.0 Adapter makes it simple for you to provide wireless internet access to your computer, whether it is a desktop or notebook, letting you surf the web, check email, and chat online. It is up to ten times faster and has up to ten times more coverage than Wireless-G for a speedy network that won't get bogged down when you you stream music and videos.

The WPN111's small size makes it easy to carry around. View larger.

Easy to Carry, Easier to Setup
About the size of a pack of gum, the WPN111 is easy to throw into your purse or pocket. It supports Windows Vista and is also compatible with Windows XP, 2000, 98SE, and Me. The WG111US features a USB 2.0 connection for wide compatibility and high speeds, and setup is as simple as installing the included software and plugging the device into a USB port. A removable cover keeps the connector protected and clean from knocks, dirt and other potential harm.

Included is a USB cable making it easier to connect the WG111US to a desktop and saving you the hassle of having to reach for the back of the computer each time you want to connect or disconnect the adapter. Additionally, it allows you to place the adapter at an optimal location for the strongest signal. Also included is a cradle that you can fasten to the wall or a desk for a more stable place to keep the adapter once you've found an ideal location.

Fast and Secure
The NETGEAR WPN111 supports the 802.11g protocol standard but is able to provide better performance thanks to Smart MIMO technology that incorporates intelligent internal antennas into the router. The router automatically senses interference from devices such as microwaves and cordless phones, and adjusts accordingly. The upshot is speeds up to 108 Mbps with a longer range and a lack of "dead zones" in your home. The adapter is also backwards compatible with 802.11b networks so you don't have to worry about not getting a connection at specific hotspots.

The adapter supports 40/64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption as well as WPA-PSK for security so you don't have to worry about anyone eavesdropping on your emails or stealing your passwords. The included software makes managing different WEP passwords a breeze as you can set up different profiles for each location you frequent, saving yourself the trouble of having to type in encryption keys each time you connect to a hotspot you've already used.

The NETGEAR WPN111 RangeMax USB 2.0 Adapter is backed by a 1-year warranty.

What's in the Box
WPN111 RangeMax USB 2.0 Adapter, USB cable, installation guide, resource CD, cradle and fastener, and warranty/support information card.

Product Description

Netgear Wireless Mimo Usb Adapter

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Unfortunately can not recommend, December 25, 2006

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Z. Wolfe "zax" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NETGEAR WPN111NA Wireless Mimo Usb Adapter (Personal Computers)

I bought this product to replace an outdated Linksys WUSB54G adapter and to match up with my MIMO router. The product manages to do what its supposed to, sort of.

Pros:
Versatile - Can be used with or without a USB extension cable, so small it is easily portable.
When it was connected, throughput was extremely high.
Decent range, 75% signal strength over ~100ft. and through one wall.

Cons:
Device gets excessively hot.
Inconsistent performance.
Poor device support. When download speeds peaked, at over 22400 (2.8mb/s roughly) the device would cause the system to hang. A check at the Netgear forums revealed that I was not the only member with this issue, so I got the latest device drivers from the website. After installing them, I fired up a few files and for the first ten minutes or so all seemed well. Suddenly the device failed and lost connection to the router. A quick check elsewhere revealed it was only this device that failed, and now I experience near constant disconnects when throughput gets anywhere over 500kb/s. Same issue occurs with multiple systems.
Tech support was unhelpful in resolving my issue.

I would recommend the Linksys WUSB300N over this item, as I have had no problems since switching over, it installs in seconds, and I get a much stronger more consistent connection than what I have ever maintained with the WPN111.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Signal strength is always good or very good, November 24, 2005

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S. Winograd - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NETGEAR WPN111NA Wireless Mimo Usb Adapter (Personal Computers)

I had already reviewed the Rangemax wireless router, so I didn't feel any need to rate the USB Adapter, until I checked the comments. I have excellent signal strength all over my 3000 sq foot two story house. Right now my signal strength is 61%. My old D-Link system (DL-524 I think)got about half that and would only work half the time.
My only guess is that the people commenting on the this wireless adapter are not using it with the Netgear RangeMax Wireless Router.My own experimentation revealed that the two devices work much better if used together.
Also, since wireless equipment is so hit or miss, people might be better off purchasing at a place like CompUSA, where items can be returned easily, rather than on Amazon.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Argh, May 17, 2005

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John N. Westerlund - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NETGEAR WPN111NA Wireless Mimo Usb Adapter (Personal Computers)

Worked for three days and now it doesnt work at all despite the Netgear wizard detecting the wirless hub with a strong (77%) signal. There is no fix or upgrade for this product. Linksys is much better.