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Electronics : Belkin G+ Wireless USB Network Adapter 125Mbps
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Rating: 
- A piece of junk...
Bought this as Belkin appear to be reputable brand. Whilst not an expert, I am reasonably PC literate and have set up wireless networks (successfully) before. I installed it as per instructions. It went like a dream and I was on the internet in minutes. That night I switch off PC. Next day, switch on - no wireless connection. Try to open Belkin software and it tells me to connect the adapter 1st - it is already connected! No matter what, software won't open and cannot get a connection. Tried various things, including uninstalling and starting from scratch, but no joy. It's going back for a refund tomorrow.
Rating:
- be sure ur wireless router is matched (G+ or above)
ive used it for around a week,ive been looked through all the reviews before i placed this order, because it seems didnt work for many buyers.But i still want to have a go, as my friend suggest me to buy one of their product. But i feel very impressed on this adapter,it hasnt got any problems from the day i received. Im using windows XP,but im not sure is it work on vista.The connection get on well,easy install,good design.
One problem is the standard of my wireless router (G),ive checked the transfer rate is up to 54mbits/sec, but im so sure if i get a G+ wireless rounter, it must go up to 125. Recommand to buy.
Rating: - Belkin G+ Wireless Adapter
Adapter worked for a week with no problems (apart from sometimes getting a very weak signal from a wireless router attached to a PC 10 metres away in a downstairs room) and then died. The green LED would not light up. I contacted Belkin who told me to change some settings. This didn't work. I re-installed the software. This didn't work so I downloaded new drivers from Belkin website. Still no luck. I returned the adapter to Belkin who sent me a new one free of charge as part of their lifetime warranty. It worked for 1 hour but when I went to use it several hours later it had died again - no green LED. Re-installed software - still no life. Attached it to a different PC - still no life.
I wouldn't recommend this device. It may be cheap but spend more money and get a decent adapter.
Rating:
- Great!,IF you DON`T mind the sheer hassle of repairing it each time you want to go online!
This was my 1st(of 2)BELKIN usb adapters i purchased for my 2 pc`s,Both running XP.
whilst the software DID install fine,i was initally shocked at the SHODDY manufacture of the device,it`s NOT a SNUG fit in ANY usb port,as you`d expect from a usb device,but reminded me of the Old(and i mean OLD!)Days of the ZX81 and it`s RAM pack add-on,which would wobble like mad!
Anywho,was INITALLY impressed,it found the signal,was getting 54mbps/Very good strength.great........
HOWEVER!,next time(and in fact nearly EVERYTIME since then?)when i boot Pc up from scratch?the unit appears DEAD! the green LED?LIFELESS,yet the software appears to be,at least telling it to scan!
i have had to.unplug+reconnect unit and/or get windows to run a repair file,just to connect!
tried..........well everything,replaced USELESS cradle with a gold plated! usb extension lead,went to belkins tech.support site,downloaded LATEST DRIVERS.problems persisted!uninstalled and reinstalled product.....still NO JOY!
so?Emailed Belkin,explained situ.in depth!
1st reply?we understand you are looking for drivers...etc(errrr?NO! i`m looking for results!)
Emailed AGAIN.....2nd reply?try uninstalling and reinstalling!
GAHHHHHHHHH!!!
Def.the unit,as the one i bought for the 2nd Pc?runs like a dream!
gonna give it 2 stars,as i DO get a great signal,but...........?i AM replacing this product with something of a Higher std.
Will NOT be buying from belkin AGAIN!
Rating: - Do not buy Belkin!!!!!!!!
My advice for people looking to use a wireless network, do not buy Belkin, i've read many reviews on the adapters in particular and i couldn't agree more with what most have said. I am on my second wireless adapter now after the first one died recently, this second one is still useless to a point where i've regretted wasting my money on it, i should've gone for another brand, something that won't crash my pc everytime i try and look at something online or everytime i download some music or look at Google Earth. Even after trying the latest drivers for the damn thing or reinstalling the software it still crashes my pc, luckily i can reconnect after my pc boots up and hence i'm managing to type this review now.
Basically do not buy this useless piece of junk if you want a stress free wireless internet connection, go for something a little more expensive that is easier to set up and does not crash your pc, enough said i think.
- A piece of junk...Bought this as Belkin appear to be reputable brand. Whilst not an expert, I am reasonably PC literate and have set up wireless networks (successfully) before. I installed it as per instructions. It went like a dream and I was on the internet in minutes. That night I switch off PC. Next day, switch on - no wireless connection. Try to open Belkin software and it tells me to connect the adapter 1st - it is already connected! No matter what, software won't open and cannot get a connection. Tried various things, including uninstalling and starting from scratch, but no joy. It's going back for a refund tomorrow.
Rating:
- be sure ur wireless router is matched (G+ or above)ive used it for around a week,ive been looked through all the reviews before i placed this order, because it seems didnt work for many buyers.But i still want to have a go, as my friend suggest me to buy one of their product. But i feel very impressed on this adapter,it hasnt got any problems from the day i received. Im using windows XP,but im not sure is it work on vista.The connection get on well,easy install,good design.
One problem is the standard of my wireless router (G),ive checked the transfer rate is up to 54mbits/sec, but im so sure if i get a G+ wireless rounter, it must go up to 125. Recommand to buy.
Rating:
- Belkin G+ Wireless AdapterAdapter worked for a week with no problems (apart from sometimes getting a very weak signal from a wireless router attached to a PC 10 metres away in a downstairs room) and then died. The green LED would not light up. I contacted Belkin who told me to change some settings. This didn't work. I re-installed the software. This didn't work so I downloaded new drivers from Belkin website. Still no luck. I returned the adapter to Belkin who sent me a new one free of charge as part of their lifetime warranty. It worked for 1 hour but when I went to use it several hours later it had died again - no green LED. Re-installed software - still no life. Attached it to a different PC - still no life.
I wouldn't recommend this device. It may be cheap but spend more money and get a decent adapter.
Rating:
- Great!,IF you DON`T mind the sheer hassle of repairing it each time you want to go online!This was my 1st(of 2)BELKIN usb adapters i purchased for my 2 pc`s,Both running XP.
whilst the software DID install fine,i was initally shocked at the SHODDY manufacture of the device,it`s NOT a SNUG fit in ANY usb port,as you`d expect from a usb device,but reminded me of the Old(and i mean OLD!)Days of the ZX81 and it`s RAM pack add-on,which would wobble like mad!
Anywho,was INITALLY impressed,it found the signal,was getting 54mbps/Very good strength.great........
HOWEVER!,next time(and in fact nearly EVERYTIME since then?)when i boot Pc up from scratch?the unit appears DEAD! the green LED?LIFELESS,yet the software appears to be,at least telling it to scan!
i have had to.unplug+reconnect unit and/or get windows to run a repair file,just to connect!
tried..........well everything,replaced USELESS cradle with a gold plated! usb extension lead,went to belkins tech.support site,downloaded LATEST DRIVERS.problems persisted!uninstalled and reinstalled product.....still NO JOY!
so?Emailed Belkin,explained situ.in depth!
1st reply?we understand you are looking for drivers...etc(errrr?NO! i`m looking for results!)
Emailed AGAIN.....2nd reply?try uninstalling and reinstalling!
GAHHHHHHHHH!!!
Def.the unit,as the one i bought for the 2nd Pc?runs like a dream!
gonna give it 2 stars,as i DO get a great signal,but...........?i AM replacing this product with something of a Higher std.
Will NOT be buying from belkin AGAIN!
Rating:
- Do not buy Belkin!!!!!!!!My advice for people looking to use a wireless network, do not buy Belkin, i've read many reviews on the adapters in particular and i couldn't agree more with what most have said. I am on my second wireless adapter now after the first one died recently, this second one is still useless to a point where i've regretted wasting my money on it, i should've gone for another brand, something that won't crash my pc everytime i try and look at something online or everytime i download some music or look at Google Earth. Even after trying the latest drivers for the damn thing or reinstalling the software it still crashes my pc, luckily i can reconnect after my pc boots up and hence i'm managing to type this review now.
Basically do not buy this useless piece of junk if you want a stress free wireless internet connection, go for something a little more expensive that is easier to set up and does not crash your pc, enough said i think.