Linksys WUSB54GSC Compact Wireless G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster
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Manufacturer: Linksys
Model: WUSB54GSC
Binding: Electronics
Publisher: Linksys
Label: Linksys
Network Interface: Hi-Speed USB
Features for Linksys WUSB54GSC Compact Wireless G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster:
- High-speed wireless 802.11b/g networking for your desktop or notebook via USB (supports both 1.1 and 2.0)
- SpeedBooster technology increases your real-world wireless network performance by up to 35-percent
- Push button setup feature allows you to automatically create a safe connection that is protected by iron-clad 256-bit Wireless Protected Access (WPA2) encryption
- Features both WEP and WPA encryption at either 64 or 128 WEP key bits, and is backed by a manufacturer's limited three-year warranty
- FCC and Wi-Fi certified, and measures 1.1 x 3.86 x 0.43 inches (WxDxH)
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Customer Reviews
WUSB54GSC was underwhelming 
2008-06-30
THis device did not work well at all--much worse than the built in wi-fi that came with my dell
I'm glad I waited to review it 
2008-06-11
I initially fell in love with this thing. My computer was too petite and filled with other junk for me to put in a wireless card, but has a plethora of usb slots, so I figured this was the wireless adapter for me!
For the first three months it was pure heaven. Fast speeds, always connected, even when I forgot and left it on for days!
And then the honeymoon is over.
Now this saucy little tart will connect me to the tubes for an hour, two if I am lucky. Maybe I need a life, but REALLY what I need is to be able to play my games without the internet crapping out on me. Every other computer in the network has no problem, laptop, xbox360, pc number two.
This little tramp however wants me to REBOOT MY COMPUTER to get back on the internet.
Upon further research, the is a well known problem. The solution? Go out and get a divorce. Or, you know, a REAL wireless card.
Luckily, I waited until the honeymoon was over to write a review.
Hopefully she's not sabotaging me right now, so I can't post this.
Excellent Improved My Wireless Reception 
2008-06-09
This increased my wireless reception significantly because of the extension cord positioning. Should only be used with a Linksys Router. A worthwhile investment for low or poor signal on your laptop.
Warranty Service from Linksys is Horrible! 
2008-06-09
I spent over an hour troubleshooting it before they finally told me it was probably bad, even after I told them I used it on three separate computers! I am waiting for over three weeks now and the replacement is still on backorder! They refuse to send a new one. Tech support is difficult to understand because it is in a foreign country. Just a warning if yours breaks while under warranty!
Just an update (06/26/08), I got a replacement one that lasted all of two weeks after waiting for almost a month! Here we go RMA all over again!
simple & convenient 2008-06-05
this product is awesome. compact, simple and convenient. i would recommend this to anybody. great price too!
defective product 2008-06-05
Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster. Using your high-speed USB 2.0 port, the Adapter delivers incredible data rates without the trouble of opening up the case of your computer. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster incorporates the next generation of Wireless-G to increase your "real-world" wireless network performance by up to 35%! And with SpeedBooster you'll see an overall speed improvement even when running a mixed network of SpeedBooster and regular Wireless-G devices.To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. (It's compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports, but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds.) It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary. And the new push button setup feature makes it easy to configure. Just push the button on the Access Point and on your other SecureEasySetup-enabled wireless device to automatically create a safe connection, protected by the industrial-strength security of 256-bit Wireless Protected Access (WPA2) encryption.The USB Network Adapter lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network. Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.So don't hassle with running cables through your house - get connected to Wireless-B, Wireless-G, and SpeedBooster wireless networks the easy way with the Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster.
Good purchase 2008-05-07
Easy to install and no problems connecting to my home network. Speed is a little slow and rarely gets above 36kbps compared to the 56kbps advertised. Fine for email and internet surfing but not so good for online gaming.
Plays well with Vista 
2008-03-28
I bought this Linksys wireless adapter to along with the Linksys wireless router. Initially, it worked like a champ then it started to get buggy after a few months of constant use. The adapter had a difficult time finding a signal and if it did, the signal was weak. I left my computer on hibernate mode but it seemed to leave the adapter still running. After turning off my computer when I wasn't using it everyday, the card seemed to go back to its happy go lucky ways!
Decent enough 2008-03-24
Does not pick up a real strong signal from my router downstairs which is also a linksys. Probably would have bought one with an antennae instead.
Linksys WUSB54GC 2008-02-08
Product was fine although Tiger Direct shipped th wrong item managed to make it do the job. They sent WUSB54GC wireless Adapter and WUSB54GSC was orderede. Company was notified direc. Thank You.
