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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 2140 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are delighted by the RangeMax IEEE 802.11n USB - Wi-Fi Adapter's ease of use, performance, and range. Many appreciate its simple installation and reliable connection, frequently noting the strong signal and good value for the price. While some users experienced compatibility issues or found the adapter somewhat bulky, the positive feedback on performance and ease of use outweighs these concerns.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Range

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works like it should

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up and works great. About 100 feet from router and no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great deal easy to set up. Works great on in home system no lag even with others on the network

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what I needed!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn't know what I really needed when I went in to the store. I was just told that you'd have whatever it was. I'm not sure the clerk understood what it was that I needed, either, but he pointed me to the options and I bought it by price, because I was told it would be around $50. Good guess, as it was just right. It was easily installed, thank goodness, as neither of us have tech skills.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Well

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Plugged it in and connected no issues. Worked with 5G and a really old 2.4GHz. If you need a wireless connection for an older desktop like me I could recommend the Netgear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid performer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quick setup had my desktop connected and up and running in no time. Performance has been solid!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this product because my older wifi adapter was not Windows 8 compatible. When looking for a new wifi adapter, this product had the compatibility right on the box. Set-up to my computer was simple (plug it in) and installation was easy (run program), but even for someone who isn't completely familiar with computers can use it because the instructions were very clear and easy to understand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Does not work as expected.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Netgear Network Genie software which is installed at installation from the CD does not work with Windows 8.1. Therefore you can't configue the device to connect to your network unless your router supports WPS. With WPS you can get a connection with your router and aquire an IP address. After that, you can access the internet., but remember: No WPS equals no wireless connection.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well priced wifi option

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Well priced wifi option. Decent range. Easy installation and connectivity.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great piece of equipment!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wanted to keep my computer in the basement, but did not want to drill holes in my floor to tie in to the modem that is upstairs. The net gear was right on time!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    SBM (Nice little Dongle)

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The RangeMax is a great little alternative to the traditional internal card. NetGear's software for set-up takes a bit to get used to, but, once you find your way around you should be off and running within minutes. Once set-up the UI is rather nice. You can readily see what network you're connected too, including traffic stats, which is a great benefit when testing performance at extended ranges.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works great - easy set up

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to use w/ a desktop computer, remote from our FIOS location - it was easy to set up and works great. My only complaint is that I have a weak signal and therefore not the quickest data transfer, but it's workable. I do think this is a function of distance from the router, and not the Wireless-N USB adapter.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Find another Manufacturer!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No VERSION # listed on the box. Only a Model #. BEWARE ... use is "Version sensitive" ... Will NOT WORK with all TV's, such as Panasonic UNLESS A VERSION # 2. No one in NET GEAR TECH SUPPORT, after hours of calls and countless attempts could provide a VERSION #2, NOR WOULD NET GEAR CUSTMER SERVICE. How would you like to be told, "TRY AMAZON.COM" ...at 2 to 3 times MSRP. Forget about NETGEAR ... challenge just getting thru a conversation. Packaging a Product that shows MODEL # ONLY on its box ...but it's function is VERSION SENSITIVE ... No one at NETGEAR addressed it ..they REPEATEDLY "danced" around it. Finally gave up and returned my purchase to Best Buy .. who, bye the way, spent over an hour on the phone with NET GEAR TECH & CUSTOMER SUPPORT ... and GOT NOWHERE in an attempt to get a MODEL3951V2 . Pitiful.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was exactly what I needed. Great connection, high speeds. No complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy set up

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I had to install it twice. It's been fine since then

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Range!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has amazing reception and range! Easy setup that took simply minutes to do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Installation, Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good performance, easy setup

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought to install in self built system. Straight forward installation. Works well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quick, easy set up. Works great. Almost as fast as a direct modem connection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Rescued My Desktop Computer From Doom

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have an older PC that needed to be located in a room that doesn't have a wired internet connection, and the PC doesn't have a wireless adapter in it. This USB adapter really saved the day because it brought wireless internet where it was needed. Quick, easy setup and the product really works. I now have connectivity in a room where there was none. And my old PC has a new lease on life. Thanks, Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Does the job well

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy setup with included cd. Pop in usb port and your ready to go. Located pretty far in my house from router but getting excellent wireless speeds.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great wifi adapter.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great adapter. Made my father's 6 year old computer much faster when surfing the net. All my network equipment is Netgear both at my house and all my family's.

    I would recommend this to a friend