D-Link DWA-130 Wireless N USB Adapter Digital Life Electronics

D-Link DWA-130 Wireless N USB Adapter
from: D-Link

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Binding: Electronics
Brand: D-Link
EAN: 0790069303043
Label: D-Link
Manufacturer: D-Link
Model: DWA-130
Network Interface Description: Hi-Speed USB
Publisher: D-Link
Sales Rank: 516
Special Features: nv:Device Type^Wireless Adapter|Interface^USB 2.0|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11g|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11b|Wireless Network Standards^IEEE 802.11n|Wireless Data Transfer Rates^300 Mbps|Wireless Network Configuration^Ad-Hoc (Peer-to-Peer)|Wireless Network Configuration^Infrastructure|Wireless Frequency Range^2.4 - 2.462 GHz|Security Protocols^WPA|Security Protocols^128-bit WEP|Security Protocols^64-bit WEP|Security Protocols^WPA2
Studio: D-Link

Features:

The D-Link Quick Adapter Setup Wizard walks you through the installation process and configures your new Wireless N USB Adapter for you.
The Wireless N USB Adapter easily connects your USB 2.0*-equipped desktop or notebook computer to your wireless network for Internet and file sharing. Desktop users can easily add wireless connectivity without having to open the PC case.
Upgrade your legacy 802.11g wireless adapter to the new Wireless N USB Adapter (DWA-130) for desktop or notebook computers and enjoy the improved range and speed of multiple antenna technology.
Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network and access a high-speed Internet connection, transfer files, and stream media from greater distances around your home.
This Wireless N Adapter uses draft 802.11n technology to maximize the speed and range of your wireless signal to significantly outperform 802.11g MIMO devices

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Product Description:
The D-Link Wireless N USB Adapter (DWA-130) provides a better wireless signal for your computer than existing wireless 802.11g technology. Adding Wireless N to your computer provides an excellent solution for doing everyday activities such as transferring files, browsing the Internet, and downloading music. D-Link Wireless N products use Intelligent Antenna technology to transmit multiple streams of data which enable you to receive wireless signals in the farthest corners of your home. Not only does D-Link's Wireless N technology extend your wireless range, it also works with your existing 802.11g and 802.11b wireless routers and access points.

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Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating:

- Just ok
I purchased this adapter because I have several computers, and one of them is a desktop tucked in the corner of my house. I figured a USB adapter would to perfect for this computer because I didn't want to "open its guts" and install wireless hardware. I also thought it would be great to be able to easily switch this adapter to my three laptops whenever I needed it.

This product did accomplish all the above, but in the end, I purchased two card bus adapters for two of my laptops for the following reasons. First, and obviously, the USB device sticks out on the laptop and you have to be very careful with it. I typically like to plop in bed and surf, but this adapter is just a disaster waiting to happen. You can't lay it on the bed without the fear of breaking it. And the cradle that comes with this device is awkward to carry while you are mobile. Second, it gets BLAZING hot. I knew that from reading all ... Read More

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- Ok product
I've been using this adapter for several months. I've not been overly impressed with this device. When it connects to my D-link wireless N router it gets a decent speed (faster than wireless g). My problem is the software. It's been buggy. I installed it on a WinXP machine and it worked half of the time. I also installed the software on another computer that was a new computer that had Vista and had the same issues. The software is supposed to start up automatically when when the computer is turned on and make the connection to the router. This works 70% of the time. And when it doesn't, I have to double click the icon on my desktop, tell it to find the network and usually have to type in the password to make the connection. I shouldn't have to do this. There have also been times that after surfing for a while, I'll close the Internet Explorer and then my wireless connection just drops. I'll double click D-Link wireless ... Read More

Rating:

- Not supported on Vista 64-bit
Box has Vista label and on DLink site states Vista supported but does not work on 64-bit. False advertising and a waste of time. Returned and looking for 64-bit compatible adapter.

Rating:

- Doesn't play well with Vista
This is my first item review. I just returned this adapter, as it doesn't seem to work with Vista. Now, it could be that I got a bad adapter, but it would start to work and then just lose the connection. Also, the software that D Link provides is not compatible with Vista and the driver is not digitally signed. It took me quite a bit of research to figure out why the software kept failing to run... I did however get the DLink Xtreme router, and am so far very pleased with it, even though all my adapters are G...

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