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Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter

Item: 819058    Model: WNA3100-100ENS

Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter
4.0stars
( 447 reviews)
  • Upgrades your computer to Wireless-N Wi-Fi
  • Faster downloads and file transfers plus enhanced media streaming
  • Patented micro-antennas provide better speed and range than other N adapters
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Netgear Wireless USB Adapter - Delivers consistent wireless connections with fewer dropped connections or dead spots

  • Upgrades your computer to Wireless-N Wi-Fi
  • Faster downloads and file transfers plus enhanced media streaming
  • Patented micro-antennas provide better speed and range than other N adapters
  • Designed for your notebook or desktop PC
  • Use with a Wireless-N Router or Modem Router for maximum performance


The Netgear Wireless Adapter connects your computer to a wireless-N WI-Fi, allowing you to view, download, and share files with ease. This wireless antenna can be used with any USB-enabled desktop computer or notebook. It is equipped with advanced micro-antennas for quicker speeds, enhanced media streaming, and superior wireless performance even in low-signal environments. Engineered to be backward compatible with older wireless-G networks, this adapter also offers an optional secure connection mode for advanced use.

Compact Design
Stay connected to the web at all times. Its lightweight design means that you can carry it on your person or in your bag with ease, wherever you go. This flexibility makes it an ideal choice for business professionals, students, and online gamers who are constantly on the go.

Superior Performance
This adapter features the company's patented micro-antennas, which deliver quicker speeds and a wider signal range, compared to conventional N adapters. This ensures consistent wireless connection even in regions with low network reception, giving you constant access to the web.

Easy Setup
You do not need advanced coding knowledge to get this adapter up and running. Its installation and setup takes only a few minutes using the SmartWizard CD guide that accompanies it. For sensitive data transfer, the adapter features an ingenious Push 'N' Connect option, which delivers advanced security connection at the push of a button.

Quick Speeds
Experience faster downloads and stronger links by connecting your computer to a Wireless-N network. Also compatible with older Wireless-G networks, this adapter experiences fewer dead connections, making it a suitable choice for media streaming and Internet applications

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Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter
 
4.2

(based on 448 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (241)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (143)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (17)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (17)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (30)

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (371)
  • Reliable connection (311)
  • Fast connection (271)
  • Fast (266)
  • Secure connection (224)

Cons

  • Unreliable connection (42)
  • Difficult to set up (40)
  • Slow connection speed (15)

Best Uses

  • Home network (341)
  • Small networks (77)
  • Large networks (8)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • High bandwidth user (270), Low bandwidth user (127)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (354), Business (82)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (358), Other (6)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Works as expected

My several-years-old PC's hard drive failed recently and since replacing the drive would have been about 1/3 the price of a new PC, I got a new machine. Unfortunately, the old wi-fi adapter...Read complete review

My several-years-old PC's hard drive failed recently and since replacing the drive would have been about 1/3 the price of a new PC, I got a new machine. Unfortunately, the old wi-fi adapter card wouldn't fit in the new PC, so I had to look for a USB solution.

I was skimming reviews on my phone and spotted an inexpensive product at Staples, but noticed that someone specifically mentioned its failure to work with 64-bit Windows (which I have). Ugh.

Well, I popped into the store, just in case there were other, similar products so I could get back online and I was surprised to find a more-recent model (this one) which specifically mentioned 64-bit on the package. Yay!

It was five bucks more than the older model, but I was willing to pay that.

When I got it home, the instructions were clear about installing the software first, then connecting the device, so I did that, but was irritated when NETGEAR's proprietary wizard/utility was installed, so I uninstalled that stuff, installed the Windows driver only, and connected the device. For some reason, there's still some lame NETGEAR tray icon that opens up not the connection wizard, but some anemic status window which I could totally live without. Right-clicking on that icon and disabling everything doesn't seem to make any difference, so I'm living with it.

I just find it a little irritating that NETGEAR thinks so highly of its software that even when I don't want to use it, I still get to see it in my system tray all the time.

Of course, maybe there's some finer point to all this that escapes me, but the bottom line is that it works and -- as best I can tell -- has had no problems.

(Since there was no "Irritating to set up the way I wanted" option in this review, I chose "Difficult to set up".)

Good value for the money, in my opinion. Oh, another plus is that -- being on the other side of the house from our wireless router -- the long USB cable permits me to place the adapter high up on a nearby shelf.

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Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Lower your expectations

Reason: I bought a new preconfigured desktop PC with Windows 8. It did not come with a wireless card so I focused on buying a USB wireless adapter.

Decision: I was ...Read complete review

Reason: I bought a new preconfigured desktop PC with Windows 8. It did not come with a wireless card so I focused on buying a USB wireless adapter.

Decision: I was just going to get something as cheap as I could find. Talking to a sale person and reading the different boxes/information, they indicated the cheapest ones may have speed and range issues. I decided to venture up a couple of price points to this one and thought it would be better given I was setting up the desktop a little way away from my router. Plus it had a fairly high reviewer rating so I figured it would be good.

Installation: Do not assume this is 'plug and play', it was not. I tried many times to get it working and it just stalled out on the install. I tried to go on-line with Netgear (from another computer since I had no Internet on this one yet) and did not find their site very helpful. Finally I called and, after a bit of a wait, was finally given some instructions on how to download the software upgrade I needed to get this thing working. It was fairly annoying as I had to get the update, save it onto a flash drive and then install the update to the new computer. Since the directions I were given were not exactly right, after a couple of attempts, I finally got it working.

Usage: I have been using this for a couple of months now. Other than initially getting it working, I have not had any issues with it not working. However, the range/speed on this is mediocre as I have not seen it get past 24 Mbps and is typically around 18 Mbps when I have checked. Although I was not planning on getting 300 Mbps (as the maximum speed on the specification indicates), I would have expected to get at least the 54 Mbps that I typically get from my other devices in the same location as this one.

Recommendations: I would not recommend purchasing this product based on my current experience. Paying the extra did not seem to get me anything extra and certainly did not meet my expectations. In fairness, I have not tried cheaper USB adapters to see if they work the same, but I would recommend others to do that first and only pay extra if you need it.

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5/10/2013
 
5.0

Wow.....

By Patti DQ

from Lake Havasu City,Az

About Me High bandwidth user

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fast
  • Fast Connection Speed
  • Reliable connection
  • Secure Connection

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter:

      It's located in a Casita and it's at least 120' away from the main unit and it does just fine.......no problems with connection or speed.
      Thx Netgear!

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Computer Platform:
      • PC

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      4/25/2013
       
      4.0

      Would buy again & recommend!

      By jb

      from nj

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Reliable connection
      • Secure Connection

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home network

        Comments about Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter:

        Good product!

        • Primary use:
        • Personal
        • Computer Platform:
        • PC

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        4/19/2013
         
        5.0

        works fine easy to use

        By grandma

        from thousand oaks, ca

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Set Up
        • Fast
        • Reliable connection

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter:

            reasonable to buy, easy to hook up, works great

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            4/19/2013
             
            4.0

            Cost Effective & works well

            By Bernie

            from Florida

            About Me High bandwidth user

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Fast
            • Fast Connection Speed
            • Reliable connection

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Small Networks

              Comments about Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter:

              Affordable option that works well when you need wireless and don't have a card already installed.

              • Primary use:
              • Business
              • Computer Platform:
              • PC

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              4/19/2013
               
              4.0

              Works well

              By Carl

              from Valley Springs, CA

              About Me High bandwidth user

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up
              • Reliable connection

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home network

                Comments about Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter:

                Works well!

                • Primary use:
                • Personal
                • Computer Platform:
                • PC

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                • Q:

                  Does this have WPA2 security
                  Asked on 5/21/2013 by Sherri

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                • Q:

                  Can this item be used on a Xbox 360 to connect to Xbox Live wirelessly?
                  Asked on 5/7/2013 by Serg

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    Yes,The Netgear USB network adaptor plugs into the USB port on the rear of your Xbox 360, instantly granting you wireless Internet capabilities. However, you will have to go into the Xbox 360 menu to specify which wireless network you wish to join.

                    Answered on 5/7/2013 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Can this product be used on a Xbox 360 to connect to Xbox Live wirelessly?
                  Asked on 5/1/2013 by Mex

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    No the Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter cannot be used to connect the Xbox 360. You need the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter from Microsoft to connect your original XBOX 360.

                    Answered on 5/2/2013 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Does this product support Cisco Leap (WPA) on a Windows 8 PC / Laptop?
                  Asked on 2/12/2013 by Tom17 from Paramus, NJ

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    Yes the Netgear N-300 does support Leap (WAP) on the Windows 8 operating system.

                    Answered on 2/12/2013 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Can this adapter go anywhere? because I have a N150 router but N300 adapter??? so how to I make it go everywhere becuase I go to seatle alot and I need internet so do my work so... can i have internet everywhere????
                  Asked on 1/21/2013 by Anonymous

                  1 answer

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                    A:

                    You have to be in an area where Wi-Fi is available, and this Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter will assist in faster downloads and file transfers plus enhanced media streaming.

                    Answered on 1/25/2013 by Laura B from Staples

                • Q:

                  Does this work with windows 8
                  Asked on 12/4/2012 by JHOVA from New York city

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter supports Windows 8.

                    Answered on 12/4/2012 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  We have 2 other computers that are connected wirelessly though verizon. Is this adapter all I need to connect another windows 7 computer that didn't have an adapter installed when I bought it? In other words, no other router is needed?
                  Asked on 11/18/2012 by Lori from Chestnut Hill, MA

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    Yes, if you already have a wifi router, you will need no other router.

                    Answered on 11/18/2012 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Is this backwards compatable with a wireless-G router
                  Asked on 9/23/2012 by Dawn from Temecula,CA

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    Yes, this product is backwards compatible with a wireless-G router.

                    Answered on 9/23/2012 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Is this product Linux compatible?
                  Asked on 7/18/2012 by Tantailus from Orleans, MA

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    Yes, this wireless N-adapter is Linux compatible.

                    Answered on 7/18/2012 by Community Answer from None

                • Q:

                  Does this product work with a mac?
                  Asked on 5/22/2012 by Anonymous

                  1 answer

                  • A:

                    No, the Netgear Wireless-N 300 USB Adapte is designed for windows machines. You most likely have this functionality in your mac already. Unless your wireless card in your mac is broken, all macs made in the last 10 years contain a wireless card (unless you have made a special order mac).

                    Answered on 5/22/2012 by Community Answer from None
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