Wireless USB Network Adapter

There are many things to consider here. I use two separate wireless USB adapters in my house. Both are right next to each other. The AP is on another floor on the opposite side of the house. If I had gone with the standard dongle type like you linked to, neither device would have a very good connection. Instead, I went for adapters that connect by USB cable and have adjustable antenas. My D-link usually gets pretty good signal for the PC it's attached to (65% minimum), but my Linksys is marginal for the TiVo it's attached to (usually 50% or so). Unfortunately, TiVo only supports certain devices, so I didn't have a lot of choice.

I guess what I'm saying is, you want to find an adapter that will give you a good signal or you won't be happy with it. I often cannot transfer TiVo programs or listen to music on my TiVo because of "network problems" most likely the results of a poor signal from the adapter. But if you're planning to use this on a device that will always be really close to the access point or something, then by all means go for the lowest price!
 
Sonan said:
I guess what I'm saying is, you want to find an adapter that will give you a good signal or you won't be happy with it. I often cannot transfer TiVo programs or listen to music on my TiVo because of "network problems" most likely the results of a poor signal from the adapter. But if you're planning to use this on a device that will always be really close to the access point or something, then by all means go for the lowest price!
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The device will be less than 15 feet away from the access point. No biggie. I've seen these things going for $10 AR and didn't have the money at the time. Now that I've got the money, I don't see the good deals. :banghead:
 
Best I could find was D-Link 802.11b dongle for $20 AR from circuitcity.com, web purchase only, but free shipping or free in-store pickup.
 
Sonan said:
Best I could find was D-Link 802.11b dongle for $20 AR from circuitcity.com, web purchase only, but free shipping or free in-store pickup.
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Thanks Sonan. Maybe I'll wait for another week or two and see if anything comes down in price again. Heck with the pre-802.11n stuff coming out, a 'b' dongle should be less expensive.
 
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