Customer Reviews
Does the job with XP Drivers 
2008-09-18
I have an older XP-Pro PC running on a Pentium 4 / 3.0 Mhz. Upon running the Belkin software and plugging the device in all looked promising; I entered my WEP key and it was accepted; then I received repeated messages that the network server would not communicate with my computer. As suggested in several reviews, I went into the Belkin utility and flagged the option to run on Windows' Utility...and now it works great at 54.0 mbps in a bedroom upstairs from my router. Uninstalling the Belkin software and running the Windows Add New Hardware Wizard made it work faster/better with fewer icons/distractions. So if your PC is XP-based bypass the Belkin software and go straight for the Windows new hardware installation and you should have a good experience with this product.
32 bit capable only 
2008-09-13
It works in XP and on a Mac. Unfortunately there is no support for Vista 64-bit. This probably includes XP 64 as well. The device is not recognized.
Gets the job done but is cumbersome 2008-09-05
Although the network adapter works great, it is quite large.
The wireless capability broke on my laptop and I got this as a workaround since the computer manufacterur wanted to wipe my laptop and take two weeks to do so as a "potential" fix.
The actual wireless adapter is 3 1/2 inches long (not including the USB connector) and 1 3/4 inches wide.
With that size, it sticks out of my laptop quite far and the metal USB connector has become bent so that the adapter doesn't stay in very well.
I now have to use the adapter with mini docking station. I guess the good thing is that I can sit the adapter with the docking station further away from me (if the proximity to the radio waves causes cancer, it's a plus to keep it away - otherwise, it's just not convenient.)
It does its job well as far as connectivity, but if you're purchasing this for a laptop that you take around with you quite a bit, you might want to look for a smaller adapter.
Belkin F5D9050 Wireless G Plus 2008-08-29
This adapter had absolutely no problems setting up the adapters on XP and Vista systems Connected and they have been running Smoothly .
Does what I need 2008-07-27
Purchased this to connect to a Belkin F5D9230 wireless router. I have this adapter connected to an XP machine and my router in connected to a cable modem. I was able to get connect almost immediately using the Belkin wireless software, however, I did not want to run their software, I wanted to use the built-in Windows wireless drivers and had issues connecting this adapter to my wireless router. I contacted the techinal support (which was very helpful, to my suprise). It turns out that you cannot use 128-bit WEP security mode with Windows and this adapter (which I would like to use so that I can connect my work PC to my network), but it does work fine using WPA security mode (which is actually more secure). It is now running fine and seems to be very quick.
Easy to install and does the job! 2008-04-12
The Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter easily connects your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to your wireless network for Internet and file sharing. Desktop users can now join the network with the ease of a USB plug-in, without opening their PC cases; laptop users can enjoy the benefits of staying mobile-while connected to the Internet.Belkin's Wireless G Plus MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) products are based on a smart antenna technology that builds upon the widely deployed 802.11g standard by increasing speed, coverage, and reliability of wireless systems. Wireless G Plus MIMO is ideal for users looking for greater range and faster speeds for downloading music from the Internet, sharing photos, and gaming online.
Mac OS 10.3 - this one works! 2008-03-31
After searching far and wide for wireless card for my old G4 Titanium Powerbook, I happened on this one from Belkin. It's BIG and cumbersome, but works flawlessly with OS 10.3.9.
I had previously purchased a Sonnet Aria Extreme card for this book, but it was defective and was returned. I understand that a LOT of these Sonnet cards have trouble.
The Belkin wireless G comes with a CD, and drivers for both OS 10.3 and 10.4 are on the disk, contrary to other posts. This may be a new development from Belkin, as I purchased the adapter in late March 2008. I get great range and speed with this adapter, and would recommend it to anyone with an older Mac laptop, running at least OS 10.3, who needs a wireless solution.
An Awesome USB Network Adapter for PC 
2007-10-09
I bought this Belkin Mimo USB wireless network adapter for my PC, and it works great!
One of the reasons why I am very happy to own this Belkin USB 2.0 network adapter is, before I bought this Belkin wireless 2.0 USB network adapter, I had a bad experience with D-LINK wireless USB network adapter.
The D-LINK wireless adapter crashed my Windows XP every 5 to 10 minutes, and gave me a5agu.sys error message. So I basically threw the D-LINK USB network adapter into my office trash can since D-LINK tech support refused to help me out and to replace the broken network adapter.
I went to Target and bought this Belkin USB MIMO wireless adapter and I was so happy that I decided to pick this product. It is not cheap, but the price is right for its quality.
Unlike D-LINK USB network adapter, this Belkin USB MIMO network adapter worked out of the box flawlessly without crashing.
The installation process is extremely easy. When it says, plug-and-play, it really is plug-and-play. I had no problem installing it. Just make sure you follow the instructions, insert the CD containing the driver for the wireless adapter and then you plug the USB adapter into the USB port of your PC.
It's been almost a year now that I own this Belkin USB network adapter and it is working 24/7, day and night and it still works great for our business.
I haven't talked to Belkin tech support yet, because I had no need to talk to them since the network adapter works without any problems.
So if you want a reliable USB network adapter for your business or home use, I really recommend you to buy this Belkin USB wireless adapter. It is worth it! Amazing! Awesome!
Does not work out of the box for a Macintosh 
2007-09-15
The previous review by a Macintosh user is right on target. Unlike what is advertised on the box, this adapter is NOT ready to use straight out of the box for the Mac user. You will have to go to Belkin's website to download drivers. Also, to second Craig's comment, the newest software is extremely buggy. Numerous crashes and dropped connections later, I finally have gotten the idea to install older Belkin software (as suggested by Craig again), but have yet to have a status report on this.
To add a new point, Belkin's technical support (five calls and counting) has so far been pretty much clueless on how to tackle these issues on the Mac OS. Four of five tech agents had not the slightest idea of how the Mac OS system works, and I received some laughable fix suggestions that would apply only to a Windows system (checking for install program under start menu, looking at registry file, etc.).
If the older driver doesn't work for me, I going to have to ask for my money back.
Mac users, be aware! 2007-08-29
First of all, there was NO Macintosh software included with this product, even though the manual showed a Mac-compatible symbol. I had to download the so-called software from the Belkin website, but found out that the software for OS 10.4 was buggy at best. Everything works fine if you connect the product AFTER you boot up or reset your computer. Out of frustration, I downloaded the software for OS 10.3 and it worked as advertised! Belkin needs to either include the correct software on the install CD with the product, or at least indicate that Mac users need to download the software from their website.
