Reviewed by: lnsintc on 02-Nov-08 Rating:

Strengths:The software is intuitive and easy to understand.

Weaknesses:Sometimes the signal is low or non-existent, but that could be other problems. I\'m not sure.

Summary:I am happy with the purchase. This was my first experience with a wireless card, so I don\'t have any other cards to reference with, but it does what I expected.

Reviewed by: SirNoobs on 10-Sep-08 Rating:

Strengths:- security choices- comes with SpeedBooster capabilities

Weaknesses:- frustrating drivers- HUGE antenna

Summary:This adapter will get you on the net and you can even game online with it with no problems.

The major problem you\'ll run into is with the drivers and settings. For example, when I installed the drivers, sometimes during startup my computer would freeze while the driver was trying to load. Thus I would have to go into safemode to uninstall this numerous times (right now I\'m not using the Linksys manager at all, I just have the required stuff installed). Also activating Speedbooster in the settings may also freeze your computer. So try to know what you\'re doing when handling this product.

The antenna is a minor problem. Since it\'s pretty big it might obstruct certain cables. But that didn\'t really effect me.

Reviewed by: tombean on 28-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:Easr setup.

Weaknesses:No 64 drivers, poor performance, poor device longevity, DISMAL customer service and RMA –Return policy.

Summary:When I received this device I found it easy to setup and install. About 3 months after I installed it on a XP OS it failed to be recognized in the hardware manager. After several hours of trying to troubleshoot I called the Linksys customer service department that happens to be in India.

After 1.5 hours on the phone trying to TS this device, I was given a RMA –Return authorization- and sent the item back. In about 7 days I received the device back; let me clarify –THE SAME DEVICE I SENT TO BE REPLACED WAS SENT BACK!

After installing “the new device” the same issue, no device recognition. After another 2 hours on the phone I was then denied a RMA and was told to purchase a new item.

They are garbage, return them or throw them in the trash.

Reviewed by: ericimo on 19-Oct-05 Rating:

Strengths:Works perfectly over good distance and through many walls

Weaknesses:No go if you have 64 bit OS

Summary:I purchased two of them along with the corresponding router. It works great on the PC with Windows XP on the farside of the house. My new PC has Windows XP x64 and the drivers do not work on it. Linksys has no 64 bit drivers or 32 bit drivers compatible with 64 bit OS for the WMP54GS v 1.1. If you have a 64 bit OS like me, you need to buy the WMP54G, the same one with no speed booster(or find WMP54GS v 1, it will work I\'m told, but I cannot find them for sale anywhere). You can get that one to work. Or you can wait 6 months or so for some compatible drivers from Linksys.

Reviewed by: darkwyrm on 10-Sep-05 Rating:

Strengths:Cheap, widely available

Weaknesses:Ability to connect to some wireless networks is questionable, your mileage may very well vary

Summary:I am a network administrator of a private Christian in the Columbus, OH area which utilizes these cards for its in-house network. Purchasing of the hardware for the network was done by the guy before me - Linksys wireless 4-port routers and WMP54G nework cards. These cards, while widely and fairly well supported under Windows and (sort of) under Linux, I would say that I cannot recommend Linksys wireless NICs to anyone. The desktops these cards are installed in either will not connect to the Linksys 4-port wireless routers or will connect after anywhere from 10-30 minutes (or more). You would think they would work well, but they do not. Drivers are easily available from Linksys\' website, but attempting to figure out which card you have is difficult because even if the box your card came in says it\'s a WMP54G (card without speedbooster) but only the WMP54GS driver works with it. I am not an idiot, but it\'s true. Apparently others have had a better experience than I have with working with WMP54G\'s and GS\'s, so I would think carefully and choose another network card in this price point, such as one made by D-Link

Reviewed by: chibi_conan on 03-Jul-05 Rating:

Strengths:Very easy to install

Weaknesses:So far, none!

Summary:Linksys WIRELESS G PCI CARD WITH SPEEDBOOSTER is an excellent wireless network card. Straight forward installation, you\'ll be on your LAN in no time! Furthermore, the price is also excellent.

Reviewed by: drblue on 30-Mar-05 Rating:

Strengths:(1) Easy Installation(2) Fast Speed(3) Built Quality

Weaknesses:(1) Interference with other device (cordless phone)

Summary:The installation was a breeze. I pushed the card into the available PCI slot of my computer, and turned on the computer. The card was recognized by the operating system without any problem (Windows XP Professional). After that, I simply followed the quick installation guide, and I could immediately connect to my home network (as well as to the Internet). I have a non-Linksys router (SMC), and my router is not even 802g (my router is an old 802b model). But there was no problem in communication between my router and this card. It did not take more than 15 minutes to install the card. I was pleasantly surprised by this because I always had to spend a few agonizing hours to install anything \"wireless.\" Also, I heard a lot of bad experiences about installing this card on the Internet, so I do not want to overgeneralize my experience -- I could have been just lucky.

I placed the computer (in which this card is installed) in my living room (at the first floor). My router is located at the third floor (I live in Los Angeles where real estate is gold. My small townhome is built on a small piece of land, so it ended up a 3-story building.). Because my router is only 802b, I could not get the full 50+Mbps nor could test the speedbooster techology. Yet I was able to get the full-speed without any problem (10Mbps). I will buy a 802g router sometime in the near-future. Until then, I won\'t be able to test the full-capability of this card. Thus, please take my review as a \"partial\" review, and refer to others\' review before making a purchase decision.

The card has been reliable since it was installed. The only problem I experienced was the occasional inferences with my cordless phone. I have a Panasonic 2.4GHz cordless phone, and experience two separate occasions of inference (i.e., network lost). But this was a minor problem as the connection came back immediately.

All in all, I had a good experience with this card.

Reviewed by: kansaidan on 27-Mar-05 Rating:

Strengths:None.

Weaknesses:Not compatible with XP.

Summary:DO NOT BUY THIS ADAPTER FOR XP. Instead get Linksys WUSB54GS. This adapter has wizard for me and 98, but for XP you have to stand on your head and cross your fingers to get it to work. Mine never worked and I am a degreed and certified Network Engineer.

On the other hand, the updated WUSB54GS external adapter works only with XP and 2000. Insert the CD and it practically installs itself. No hassles whatsoever. I wasted hours trying to make the WMP54GS work. Don\'t make the same mistake I did. Get the WUSB54GS and you will be up and running in minutes.

Reviewed by: moodooo on 09-Feb-05 Rating:

Strengths:Works great. Easy to install.

Weaknesses:The antenna might be in the way of all the cables etc.

Summary:The Linksys WIRELESS G PCI CARD WITH SPEEDBOOSTER is great. I would highly recommend to buy it. It was easy to install and works great. The antenna might be in the way of all the cables etc. but is nothing that will bother you really.

Reviewed by: cenzo989 on 19-Jan-05 Rating:

Strengths:strng

Weaknesses:none

Summary:very strong singnal. i think its one of the best, no problems or conflicts so far. it can range all the way to my back yard. i can on the internet from my back yard.

Reviewed by: splaski on 17-Jan-05 Rating:

Strengths:Easy installation, quality and stability.

Weaknesses:Low range, week signal, cost.

Summary:I purchased this card along with WCG200 cable modem/gatway from buy.com. The installation/setup instructions were very clear and it took me 20 minutes to connect both devices and install the driver for the NIC. I was pleasantly surprised by Comcast - I\'ve got quite a knowledgeable guy on the phone who walked me through their setup in about 10 minutes and, bam, I was online.

Now, the bad part. My modem is set up in the living room and my PC is in the next room un der the desk. That\'s 15 feet away, with a regular sheetrock wall in between. I only get Low to Very Low signal strenth that normally yields 24 to 36Mbps. While that\'s enough for me, I know some people will be pissed off. You\'ll have better results after turning your PC\'s rear towards the gateway (I\'ve checked) but this doesn\'t work for everyone.

All in all, this is a good quality card, it works. I certainly recommend it.

Reviewed by: rfbriber on 12-Jan-05 Rating:

Strengths:Easy to install. Great reception.

Weaknesses:

Summary:This wireless card makes everything so much simpler! No more cords stretching across rooms, etc. I found it extremely easy to install and use - very low maintenance compared to a Netgear wireless PCI card that I used to have. If you have a Linksys wireless router, I recommend using a Linksys wireless PCI card - they say they should be compatible, but I had nothing but trouble.

Reviewed by: PLU on 06-Jan-05 Rating:

Strengths:Accurate product descriptionTimely delivery

Weaknesses:None

Summary:Merchindise is brand new and accurate as advertised. I received it as expect with very timely confirmation and shipping. I really don\'t have any thing else to say other than \"I am completely satisfied\"!

Reviewed by: GregHaase on 30-Dec-04 Rating:

Strengths:Easy to set up, excellent signal strength and speed.

Weaknesses:A bit on the costly side.

Summary:Compliments the Linksys router I have very nicely. The Linksys brand has a strong reputation of quality and this wieless router holds up to that reputation. If you have a few extra dollars to spend it is worth the investment.

Reviewed by: cindy0586 on 18-Dec-04 Rating:

Strengths:easy to set up

Weaknesses:

Summary:We have two computers at home. By installing the PCI Adapter can both share wireless access to the high speed cable modem. This is my first experience with utilizing wireless technology and, so far, I am very impressed.