NETGEAR WMB521NA 802.11b Wireless Kit for Notebooks

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Total Wireless Freedom in One Complete Package
Here is everything you need for the wireless freedom you've always wanted. NETGEAR's 802.11b Wireless Router and PC Card Kit gives you maximum mobility along with Double Firewall security, broadband Internet connection sharing, and access to network resources at up to 11 Mbps. It sets you free to take your notebook computer anywhere without being tied to Ethernet cables and enjoy powerful and flexible networking while you're on the move. Top-level security safeguards your PCs, files, and network resources while it protects against malicious attacks and requests for personal information. A double firewall provides superior protection from hackers, while high-level encryption ensures confidentiality and restricts access to your network. Multiple controls let you limit access to inappropriate content and monitor Internet activity. Easy setup with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard install assistant saves you time and effort so you're up and running in minutes.

Talented
The 802.11b router is equipped with an integrated access point and 4-port 10/100 switch, its ultra-fast, wired LAN ports distribute MP3s, digital movies, and photos at speeds up to 200 Mbps. Pre-programmed port forwarding setups simplify playing multi-player games and hosting Internet services. With the PC card in place, you can access the Internet easily from your Wi-Fi notebook PC at up to 11 Mbps, achieving superior range with distances of up to 300 feet with automatic rate fallback. Auto-adjustment transmit power provides longer battery life and reduces interference.

On Guard
Double firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Network Address Translation (NAT) tracks and filters connections coming in from the Internet to your network, giving you powerful protection against Internet hackers. Virtual Private Network (VPN) pass-through allows users secure access to corporate networks. Powerful encryption (40/64-bit or 128-bit) protects against eavesdroppers, and Address Authentication restricts connections to specific wireless adapters only those you approve are allowed to use your network. Logging and filtering capabilities limit access to inappropriate web content, e-mails notify you of Internet activity.

Smartly Designed
This router's sleek, modern case, a patented design, stacks neatly with other NETGEAR products or stands on end to conserve desk space. The PC card is configured to interoperate with other NETGEAR wireless products, and is compatible with any notebook PC having a processor speed greater than 400 MHz, with drivers available for Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 and XP. Small-sized antenna prevents the PC card from getting bent.

Effortless
NETGEAR's Smart Wizard install assistant guides you through each step of the router and card setup. NETGEAR's unique Smart Wizard automatically detects your ISP connection type saving you time and effort. On the router's front are lighted icons that display network status at a glance. The router works with PCs and Macintoshes, and virtually all Ethernet devices.

Product Description:
NETGEAR WMB521NA -- This convenient, affordable kit contains everything you need to integrate your Windows notebook PC into your home or office network. Contents include: OS compatibility - Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP

NETGEAR WMB521NA 802.11b Wireless Kit for Notebooks
Average customer rating:

works well -- I recommend it

Great wireless investment.

Not a long lasting product

Works great

Works with Windows ME and Compaq persario 1700T

NETGEAR WMB521NA 802.11b Wireless Kit for Notebooks

Manufacturer: Netgear
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

The NETGEAR MR814 3-in-1 Router + Switch + Wireless Access Point -- Connect your Cable / DSL modem to this Wireless Router with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Switch, and enjoy wired or wireless Internet access for all your computers

Share your broadband Internet connection with all the computers in your home ¿ wired or wirelessly

Easy to install and setup (in fewer than 5 clicks) with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard

Highest-level WEP encryption

Compatible with Windows 98, Me, XP, NT, 2000 and other operating systems running a TCP/IP network

ASIN: B000117DH6

Product Description

NETGEAR WMB521NA -- This convenient, affordable kit contains everything you need to integrate your Windows notebook PC into your home or office network. Contents include: OS compatibility - Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP

Customer Reviews:

works well -- I recommend it.......2005-06-05

I've had this router for a month now, and am very happy with it. I use an IBM T41 laptop with a built-in wireless card.

The installation was quite easy and took about 10 mins. Everything needed is included in the box.

The signal strength thoughout my (1000-square feet) home is always 'very good' or 'excellent', even through a few walls. Like some other routers, I haven't experienced dropped connections when the phone/microwave/other electronics is turned on.

Earlier, the connection was being dropped every 10 minutes or so. This is a very common problem with some routers. I disabled the IEEE authentication to fix this. Now, the connection never drops, even after 24 hours. (This doesn't mean there is no protection, you should use WEP to protect your network against hackers). I strongly recommend that you use a good firewall like ZoneAlarm (their free version is also decent) with any internet connection.

It looks sleek too. You also have the option of mounting it on a wall for a clearer signal, although I didn't need to do this.

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Update, 6/16/2005: I had a minor problem today (the router lost the connection to the internet). Customer service was helpful and solved the problem in some time. For some reason, the connection settings were lost and I had to re-enter them.

Great wireless investment........2005-01-16

Great product! Easy installation! I was surprised as to how easy it was to set up 4 computers 3 wired and 1 wireless. I had Linksys in the past and was happy to find that NetGear was as easy to install. Reminder: Secure you wireless system from War Drivers by following instructions found on website.

Not a long lasting product.......2005-01-09

Easy to setup and use. Good connections _initially_. However, product quality is low and support is horrible. After 4-5 months of use with this router, I am going back to my old Belkin router. The reason being dropped connections and expensive support options with the Netgear router.

Recommend this for short term and experimental usage.

Works great.......2004-12-07

Has anyone who bought this received as part of the package the GPL source code for the router and NIC?
Thanks

Works with Windows ME and Compaq persario 1700T.......2004-10-09

I would like to share my thoughts about this kit. Before this I bought NetworkEveryWhere (CISCO/Linksys) product kit. That kit wireless adapter did not work with Windows ME and Compaq persario notebook computer. That adapter have a hardware conflict (memory and I/O)
This kit works perfect and I installed it in 30 minutes. Make sure to load the software (wireless adapter) before you insert the card. Step by Step instruction card is good. However, it is better if you use the software CD to install the access point.
It has very good step by step things that you can do to install the access point.

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