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Compare prices : Computer Systems : Networking : Adapters/NICs : Where to buy Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card

Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card

Manufacturer: NetGear Inc.   Part number: WG511T
$49.99 - $66.95at 10 online stores.
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CNET Editors' rating: 8.2 out of 10
Average user rating: 6.2 out of 10

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CNET Editors' review - Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
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Excellent

8.2

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CNET Editor's rating: 8.2 out of 10
Reviewed by Allen Fear
Review date: 1/23/04
Release date: 12/1/03

The good: Fast; great range; easy-to-use configuration utility; WPA support.

The bad: Increased interference risks; short warranty.

The bottom line: The WG511T is a good choice for speed demons and those looking for a long-range PC Card adapter.

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User opinions - Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
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Good

6.2

out of 10
Average user rating from 66 users

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9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Overall Very Pleased
I own two other cards, a Linksys WPC54G and a 54G Motorola card. They are all good cards with each... Read more
by RHarelson (see profile) - November 4, 2005

35 out of 35 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Great Product, be sure to get all of the driver updates
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by ultravibe (see profile) - February 28, 2005

40 out of 50 users found this user opinion helpful.

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
NETGEAR = POOR SERVICE
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January 25, 2005

20 out of 25 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Excellent wifi card
This is an excellent wifi card, fast and easy to configure. Don't bother installing the netgear... Read more
by mterk (see profile) - November 27, 2005

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

2 out of 10 - Terrible
Intermittent, hangs, no customer support
Bought this thing 10/2004. It worked - sort of, but had hangs where computer would freeze. New... Read more
by kjbecker (see profile) - July 14, 2005

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Great Product!
Great Product! Some other reviews were bad and complained about intermittent connection. Just... Read more
by drath7875 (see profile) - July 27, 2005

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Has worked flawlessly when I travel.
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January 12, 2005

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
Bad Support Experience
I had a very bad time with Netgear support today. Here's what I wrote in response to their... Read more
by dmhinz (see profile) - October 31, 2005

5 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

2 out of 10 - Terrible
DON'T BOTHER
THIS CARD WAS NOT MADE FOR THE TYPICAL PC USER< OR FOR THE PROFESSIONAL TECH GUY, IT IS NOT... Read more
by wireless_less (see profile) - September 1, 2005

5 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

5 out of 10 - Average
DONT BUY NET GEAR
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February 2, 2005

5 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.





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Full specifications - Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
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Manufacturer: NetGear Inc.
Part number: WG511T
General
Device Type Network adapter
Form Factor Plug-in module
Width 4.7 in
Depth 2.1 in
Height 0.2 in
Networking Device Type Network adapter
Weight 1.6 oz
Interface (Bus) Type CardBus
Form factor Plug-in module
Networking
Data Link Protocol IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Connectivity Technology Wireless
Data Transfer Rate 108 Mbps
Networking type Network adapter
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz
Features Dynamic rate shifting
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Line Coding Format CCK, BPSK, OFDM, QPSK, DBPSK, DQPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free) None
Interfaces 1 x Network - Radio-Ethernet
Compatible Slots 1 x CardBus - Type II
Connections None
Port(s) Total (Free) / Connector Type:Port(s) Total (Free) / Connector Type Port(s) Total (Free) / Connector Type 1 Network Radio-Ethernet:
Expansion Slot(s) Total (Free) None
Miscellaneous
Encryption Algorithm 40-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP
Compliant Standards FCC Class B certified
Power
Power Device None
Power Supply / Device None
Software / System Requirements
Software Included Drivers & Utilities
OS Required Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Min Processor Type Intel Pentium 300 MHz
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Expansion / Port(s) Required
Slot(s) Required 1 CardBus Type II
Port(s) / Connector(s) Required None
Warranty
Service / Support Details Limited warranty 1 year
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Product series - Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
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Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
$49-$66
Manufacturer: NetGear Inc.
Specs: 108 Mbps, 2.4 GHz, Wireless, CardBus
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Manufacturer Info - Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
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NetGear Inc. 

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Website: http://www.netgear.com/
Address: 4500 Great America Pkwy.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Phone: 408-907-8000
E-mail: support@netgear.com
Fax:408-907-8097

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