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Don't be suckered in by the low price. It is a completely useless product. I did some research after I bought it (if only I did before) and this is a universally despised product. This product is horrible. It the worst 20 bucks (with shipping) I ever spent. I am running Vista and the disc will not even let me install. It does not work. I went to the belkin homepage and downloaded the vista drivers but still nothing.
The software installed quickly and easily, I followed the instructions, the card "saw" my access point immediately, and within 10 minutes of starting the process, I was completely wireless with no hassle or problem. I recently decided to add wireless to my home system after buying a new laptop with built in wireless capability for my daughter, and after adding a wireless access point, it worked really well with my network. Based on that, I have an old Compaq Presario 700 laptop with Windows XP that I decided to bring out of retirement and make wireless, too, so after doing some research, I ordered the Belkin F5D7010 wireless card; it was inexpensive and since I did not want to invest a lot in my wireless endeavor, I figured it was just what I needed.
A much less expensive D-Link worked fine with Ubuntu 6.06. Wouldn't connect with Linux, post office lost the package I returned to Amazon, so I am out over $30 so far with nothing to show for it.
The device is a good device, but the range is no the better and the software is a little odd.
Up and running with strong signal in no time. Well worth the price. Compatable with WIN XP Pro.
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