SMC Networks SMC SMCWUSB-G IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Adapter

by SMC

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 4.9 x 0.6 inches ; 4.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FIC9K6
• Item model number: SMCWUSB-G
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 12, 2006

Product Description

The EZ Connect g 54Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSB-G) is another cutting edge introduction in 2.4GHz wireless communication for your laptop or desktop. Designed for both business and home users, this new adapter provides the speed, coverage, and security expected by today¿s wireless users. Based on the IEEE 802.11g standard, the new EZ Connect g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is 5 times faster than the widely used 802.11b wireless networking devices and is 100% compatible with existing 802.11b wireless networks. The SMCWUSB-G is extremely fast and can handle streaming video, multimedia and all other bandwidth-intensive applications. Wireless clients can now easily obtain instant, seamless high-speed network connection. The SMCWUSB-G complies with USB 2.0 and is backward compatible with USB 1.1. With a USB performance of 480 Mbps (40 times the speed of USB 1.1), this new product can take full advantage of the 802.11g bandwidth. Its compact, sleek design makes it convenient and easy to carry. Using the new SMCWUSB-G, you can simplify PC connections in the home, office or on the road. Limited Life Time Warranty. 24/7 Technical Support 1-800-SMC-4YOU.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Linux Wireless USB, November 29, 2008

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Phillip E. Rhode (Willow, AK USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SMC Networks SMC SMCWUSB-G IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Adapter (Personal Computers)

I needed a replacement Wifi adapter for my HP laptop because the OEM built in chip died. I bought this adapter because a review I read said it worked well with their Linux computer. In Linux it is true plug and play. I use Mepis Linux and I plugged it in, went to the Mepis control to input my WEP key and clicked apply and I was surfing the web. The link level of the OEM chip indicated 52. From the same spot in the house with this adapter my monitor reads 82.

I have Windows Vista installed on this computer also and it works well with Vista too. The included software CD was needed for Vista and after inputting the WEP key in Vista I had to reboot Windows to get it to work, but it works well once it is installed.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ubuntu linux 9.10 64-bit compatible, January 1, 2010

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D. Basilisco - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SMC Networks SMC SMCWUSB-G IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Adapter (Personal Computers)

I'm amazed by this low cost usb wireless adapter. First things first, the package arrived as estimated in perfect condition. When plugged into my pc, Ubuntu 9.10 64-bit (karmic koala) recognized the adapter right-away and worked flawlessly out of the box. The beauty with ubuntu is, you don't have to install any drivers if your adding a compatible hardware which is not really hard to find. This thing is 100% compatible so, linux users buy with confidence. The range is acceptable (found 8 wifi networks) plus WPA/2 works!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good for desktop, April 11, 2008

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K. Squire (Utah) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SMC Networks SMC SMCWUSB-G IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Adapter (Personal Computers)

Once I ran the setup disk and installed the software (which took less than five minutes) I was hooked up and ready to go. After setting up the connection once, all you have to do is plug it into the USB port. It doesn't overheat fast (maybe after 3 days continuous hook-up) and cools down in about 5 minutes. I've experienced no problems with it finding the signal of our router, upstairs and through several walls. It came with a USB extension cord and installation disk. Has no problem handling our speed of (far under what it claims to be able to handle) 1Mbps. I've had it for over two years with no problems. Fantastic for the price.