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Review on πŸ“Ά Cisco-Linksys WMP11 Wireless-B PCI Card: Reliable and Fast Wireless Networking Solution by Mark Powell

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Maximum range 50-75 feet

This product is an adaptation of the popular Linksys wireless network card for laptops. Laptops are subject to greater positioning flexibility than PCs. I took this product to the max. In a large medium tower case, on the floor, in a closet, facing away from the AP, through several walls, closets, bookshelves, appliances, and about 100 feet from the AP, I received about 0-6% signal strength at best. When I put the computer in the living room, 15 meters away, no closet, still on the floor, aligned to WAP11, I got 70% and a good internet connection. So I returned WMP11 for the WUSB11usb adapter. It is easier to install and does not require a power cord. If desired, it can be raised to the ceiling and leave the PC "in the closet where it belongs" - says the woman. I installed it above and got readings of 26-40% - enough! As such, I would only recommend this card for desktop PCs that are less than 80-90 feet from the source.

Pros
  • Handy item
Cons
  • Something different