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Actiontec USB Wireless Bluetooth Adapter (HBU00100-01)

Actiontec USB Wireless Bluetooth Adapter (HBU00100-01)

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: love it~!!
Review: I had doubts about this little bluetooth adaptor when I first purchase it due to the lack of reviews. However, I decided to give it a try. It's easy to set up, just run the CD-rom through. It's a snap~!! I had no problem setting it up within 2 mins. The connectivity is great. I have not run into any problem of computer not recognizing the Bluetooth adaptor (some people have this problem with other brands). Mainly, I use it for file transfering with my Sony Ericsson T616 phone. The transfer is very smooth. Overall, it performs very well with easy set-up. Highly recommanded.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: cannot install hardware
Review: I had originally purchased this relying on user reviews. Unfortunately, so far after several installation attempts and a call to Actiontec support (very courteous support), I am still unable to use it. It might be based upon my ASUS motherboard (2000) USB bridge system (VIA), but unknown right now and Actiontec did not understand why it was not working. I will try it on another computer and update this review. Until then, not working equals one star.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Waiting for a solution
Review: I had originally purchased this relying on user reviews. Unfortunately, so far after several installation attempts and a call to Actiontec support (very courteous support), I am still unable to use it. It might be based upon my ASUS motherboard (2000) USB bridge system (VIA), but unknown right now and Actiontec did not understand why it was not working. I will try it on another computer and update this review. Until then, not working equals one star.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Don't buy
Review: If you follow the manual verbatim, you will have no problems setting this up. I didn't follow it at first and tried to do the traditional plug and play technique like all my other hardware. That gave me the INF errors as well.

Use the manual!

To fix INF error, either uninstall and reinstall (using manual), or Add New Harware, find Bluetooth device, tell Windows you want to select drivers from specific location, and choose your cd-rom drive. If you don't, Windows tries to use a comparable driver that is not fully compatible and that's why you get the error.

Pros
- Inexpensive

- Easy to Use after install

- Alot of functionality for the software

Cons
- Range wasn't as far as I expected. I only get 15 feet before I get a weak signal. Optimal range is within 10 feet.

- Manual doesnt use traditional methods for install. This is what people mess up on. Don't plug it in until the other software is installed. Then you have to hit cancel on menus where you would normally hit next.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Use the manual
Review: If you follow the manual verbatim, you will have no problems setting this up. I didn't follow it at first and tried to do the traditional plug and play technique like all my other hardware. That gave me the INF errors as well.

Use the manual!

To fix INF error, either uninstall and reinstall (using manual), or Add New Harware, find Bluetooth device, tell Windows you want to select drivers from specific location, and choose your cd-rom drive. If you don't, Windows tries to use a comparable driver that is not fully compatible and that's why you get the error.

Pros
- Inexpensive

- Easy to Use after install

- Alot of functionality for the software

Cons
- Range wasn't as far as I expected. I only get 15 feet before I get a weak signal. Optimal range is within 10 feet.

- Manual doesnt use traditional methods for install. This is what people mess up on. Don't plug it in until the other software is installed. Then you have to hit cancel on menus where you would normally hit next.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Best Bluetooth Adapter I've used yet!
Review: This bluetooth adapter was simple to install and gives me great range. I chose the Actiontec brand over other brands because I've used their products in the past and was happy with them, as well as their customer service. I use the adapter with my Bluetooth-enabled Cell phone (Sony Ericsson T610), PDA (Tungsten T3), and Microsoft keyboard, mouse -- and I haven't experienced any problems with it yet!

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Don't buy
Review: You will have big problem installing. I simply returned it.


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