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Summary: Worked right the first time
Review: I'm using the Linksys WAP11 with it's companion wireless PC card as I write and post this review from my laptop. Installation was a snap. You don't even have to read the directions. Just pop in the CD and follow the prompts. It worked right the first time with no tech support. My broadband Internet surfing speeds are the same on either computer and I can freely move around my house, porch, deck, etc.. Great product, now on to networking!
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Summary: Disappointed in WAP11 2.2
Review: I wish I could say that my Linksys WAP11 v 2.2 is living up to my expectations. Setup is straight-forward ... but range a little limited. I purchased an additional unit to 'extend' my network, wirelessly, but have now found out that the 'access point client' operational mode does not work as advertised. It turns out that this unit is unable to extend a network wirelessly ... while still giving wireless clients full access along the way. The solution offered by Linksys tech support was to 1. hardwire the second access point or 2. purchase two additional units and a hub and have them 'bridge' to each other and then use the original two units to give client access. This is a pretty expensive solution for what now appears to be marketing hype. Bottom line: you get what you pay for and this unit is at the low end of the price range.
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Summary: Works as advertised if.....
Review: you read the instructions and at least have done some background reading before taking off half-cocked to install.I set up the WAP11 Ver. 2.2 off a 10/100 ethernet switch connected to a Linksys BEFSR41 firewall/router which is tied to my cable modem. Ran the enclosed CD on my main home PC, set it for DHCP from the BEFSR41, changed the SSID from the default (duh!!) and set up the WEP information. This step is highly recommended for security reasons...you don't want just anyone you don't authorize accessing your internal network. Very simple if you've read any of the wireless recommendations posted. One note, I did read that the height you set the unit affects the reception so I put it on top of a 6 foot bookcase in my home office. I then installed the WPC11 Ver 3.0 on a Gateway 600X running XP. XP found and installed the card just as advertised. Immediately I received the broadcasted SSID however it told me it was unavailable. It did take me a few minutes to remember that I had to go into the setup for the physical card (Adapter Properties) to set the channel, SSID, and WEP key information. As soon as I applied the changes, WHAM! Online baby!! (thanks Dick Vitale). I've tested every application that I use: IE, email, VPN, streaming video (300K), internet radio, whatever, and it's just as good as my wired connection. I've wandered throughout the house (modest single story) and onto the back patio and my signal strength hasn't dropped below "very good". Granted I haven't exceeded about 60 feet and 3 walls but that's the most I would need anyway. I also read in reports and reviews that some have had problems with 2.4GHz phones interfering. I have two Seimens 2400 base sets (one is right next to the laptop/WPC11) and 6 handsets in the house and I've made test calls sitting right next to the PC and I haven't noticed any change in the signal strength or throughput. My particular installation doesn't address any issued with anything other than XP but I can't imagine the installation being that much more difficult.
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Summary: Super product for Average users like myself
Review: It was running before I knew it. I did not know that the WAP11 was connected until I installedd the WUSB11 on my daughter's PC. I immediately noticed I was on the Internet. my daughter's PC is 3 solid concrete walls and about 20 meters away, I still got good communication. It delivered my requirement at full.
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Summary: Wonderful device
Review: I'm hooked on LinkSys products. I've added this to the LinkSys cable/router. Easy to configure. Worked the first time. Wireless is great.
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Summary: Great performance, good signal strength, easy to set up
Review: I have had a WAP11 in the house now since the Christmas of 2001, and it has worked marvelously. Both of the kids have a computer upstairs and connect wirelessly, one using a LinkSys USB adapter and the other a LinkSys PC card in her laptop. Both work flawlessly. I use a laptop, and wander around the house continuously, and it works fine. I get a connection between 6-11Mbps, with mostly around 8Mbps. I thought it would seem much slower than the 100Mbps connection that I get when plugged in, but surprisingly, that is not the case. I would nonetheless like to achieve the advertised 11Mbps, though. I installed the unit in about 5 minutes; simply plugged it into the switch coming off the cable modem, and Voila! The configuration was almost instantaneous. Even after purchasing a Sony VAIO laptop with built-in wireless card, it worked immediately and with "option tweaking" that can sometimes last hours when trying to get a particular piece of hardware or software to work. I have had no problems with the WAP11, although every great once in a while you have to disconnect the power to "reboot" it. That hasn't happened in over a month, and only 2-3 times since it was installed 8 months ago. The only reason it doesn't have a 5-star rating is that it doesn't consistently deliver 11Mbps in a very wide range throughout my home. A more powerful transmitter might be needed, or an antenna that needed less tweaking.
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Summary: Good Product Design is Back....
Review: Great product! A cinch to setup, it took me 10 mintues. Getting my MS Win98 to network was a different story, but not the fault of the WNAP. Connects at 11 Mpbs throughout my small two story house. This is the future. And great looking too. Every Starbucks should have one. I personally think that having a separate hub/switch, broadband router and WNAP is a good thing. It allows upgrading of different components as your needs change and/or standards evolve. If you buy an "all in one" product you're stuck with upgrading everything. But it does mean more cabling and probably a bit more power draw.
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Summary: Works a treat
Review: I spent an hour trying to figure out why it wouldn't talk to my Dell TrueMobile PCMCIA card. I finaly just ejected the card and reinserted it and POW! off and running. It works great from anywhere in our 2 story house.
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Summary: Set up and go!
Review: I bought this for home use. At the price, it is a great unit. It's got all the features most people need and I haven't had any problems with it since I bought it four months ago. Perfect for my needs!
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Summary: Highly recommend this product - 5++ stars
Review: I had my laptop connected to the linksys router via a 50 foot cable I strung up the stairs and through the hall. I purchased this WAP and removed the 50 foot cable. No problem setting up the WAP and I can walk through out the house and not be tied to a cable.
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