Product DescriptionThe Trendware TEW-424UB 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter brings together the convenience of USB 2.0 and the high speed of 802.11g. Connect easily to 802.11g networks at speeds of up to 54Mbps. With its USB 2.0 interface you get simple Plug-and-Play installation, while WEP Encryption provides robust network security. The adapter also offers seamless AP-to-AP roaming, auto-installation for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP, and auto-negotiation. The TEW-424UB is a feature-rich, convenient way to go wireless. Operating Systems - Windows 98(SE), ME, 2000, XP(SP1/SP2) WPA-PSK, 64/128-Bit WEP security Dimensions(LxWxH) - 3.35 x 1.3 x 0.47 (85 x 33 x 12 mm) without metal bracket Weight - 0.5 oz. (15 g)
Customer Reviews
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Rating: - Small Annoyances
It works very well most of the time, but every now and then it will start to get low signals of 1mb for no reason. I found that if you unplug it and plug it back in it will work fine for another couple days or so.
I would recommend this Wireless card if you can handle those annoyances. Otherwise spend a little more and get a much better product.
Rating: - Just plain junk
This thing doesn't even work. If I have my computer right next to the wireless router then it works. Good luck finding drivers for it too.
Rating: - Up and running in 10 minutes!
I needed to get a new adapter for my PC after my old one died on me after 2 years. I installed the software and followed the SIMPLE directions and was up and running in 10 minutes!
My signal strength is strong and I'm very satisfied with the product so far. I can't comment on the longevity of the adapter as I just set it up yesterday but based on initial setup and price this little adapter easily gets 5 stars.
Oh, by the way, my wireless router is about 15 feet away ... Read More
Rating: - Gets crazy hot!
So far, works pretty well. The utility that comes with it sometimes acts flaky, and doesn't start or doesn't connect right away.
For this type of solid-state device, it gets incredibly hot! Almost too hot to touch! Given that, probably not going to last long.
The range is ok, nothing special. Of course, the greatest thing about these is the price.
Rating: - Recommend you do research for older, low-ram computers
I rarely do reviews, but considering the difficulties I have had and the headaches that may occur for someone in a similar situation to mine I decided to add my own two cents.
For starters, I'd like to throw out a general complaint to all the main wireless USB network adapters, i.e. Linksys, D-link, Belkin, Trendnet, Netgear, etc. None of them seem willing to specify system requirements other than operating system. For those of us trying to get older systems to work, this is a huge ... Read More
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Electronics : TRENDnet54Mbps Wireless G USB Adapter
- Just plain junk
- Up and running in 10 minutes!
- Gets crazy hot!