LINKSYS WET54G 54Mbps Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge

Pros: Works as specified. As fast as a wired connection with 4meg DSL

Cons: Initial firmware (1.08) was problematic. Updated firmware is fine but you have to get the right one!

Overall Review: This is new V3.1 hardware. Initial firmware (1.08) had issues configuring WEP security settings. I went to the Linksys site (US) and found V3 firmware and downloaded V2.07. Then I ran into an error in the Linksys documentation. You have to type "admin" for the user and "admin" for the password to access the web page setup. The documentation says to only enter admin for the password. Therefore, I had to call Linksys and their tech was stuck as well as asked me to return for a new one. I eventually figured this out myself, got into the web based setup and uploaded the V207 firmware. Guess what, same issue! I was able to configure with the V212 setup program from the CD and I put the bridge into use. Linksys called me today on Sunday (5/27/07) and said they figured out the user name had to be "admin". They also told me the V3.1 hardware is usually just sold to the UK and had me download it from there (V2.03). This corrected the WEP configuration issue and all is working fine now.

Pros: Got this item, hooked it up to my wired router in another building, went into the webbased setup as instructed and it found my wireless network and I was up and running. Worked great. I use a Linksys WRM54G wireless router with a Belkin F5D7132 Wireless G Universal Range Extender in the network. The network is setup between two seperate buildings about 100 yards apart.

Cons: A novice might have trouble getting this setup as the setup instructions could be confusing. But if you have some tech ability you shouldnt have a problem

Overall Review: Considering the distance spanned between this unit and the other network segment, this is a great unit. I have as good throughput as if I was sitting next to the router. And that is between two biuldings with 4 walls between the segments. Cant beat that. And I have to say I have been and will continue to be a confirmed newegg customer. Aplus

Pros: 2 minutes out of the box and I was ready to go. I have it connected to a Netgear 10/100 switch and the wireless portion is coming from a Linksys WRTG54. Typed in the SSID and WPA passphrase and good to go.

Cons: Second computer had a bit of trouble grabbing an IP and just had to run 'repair' in XP then was all set.

Pros: Once I got it working, it is terrific. Finds more wireless routers than I know we had in the neighborhood.

Cons: My ignorance, and incomplete instructions made the set up more difficult that it should have been.

Overall Review: The box's IP address is 192.168.1.226, though the forums out there have all sorts of thoughts on what the IP address might be. The set up utility will NOT find it nor will it show up on your pc's browser see it unless your PC's IP address is in the same subnet range, that is between 192.168.1.000 and 192.168.1.255 You have to supply both the default the user name "admin" AND the default password "admin". (All my other linksys boxes have a null user name) Once I figured all that out, set up was a piece of cake. If you set up yours to get its IP address from DHCP, then realize you will need the IP address assigned by DHCP to access it. Mine is used to provide internet access for a couple of PC's and an X-Box located away from my wireless router. As always, Newegg delivered fast fast fast. Thanks Newegg!

Pros: Easy to set up in conjuction with Linksys router WRT54G

Cons: none noted so far

Overall Review: I'm using this bridge with a Slingbox Pro and a Comcast Motorola DVR cable box. I must say it isn't very often that I've found products that work as advertised with so little fuss. If you're looking at a similar application for this bridge I recommend setting the equipment up in stages. First connect the equipment to be connected to the bridge to the router and configure that piece of equipment. Next set up the bridge connect to the same router and configure the bridge as per the instructions. Finally disconnect the original equipment and bbridge from the router and connect them together, make any adjustments and then move the bridged equipment to their final locations.

Pros: Pretty easy to setup if you have a basic wireless network. Once setup it works with no needed attention. THis is much better than their game adapter which does the same thing 1/2 the time for 2x the money. Perfect!

Cons: Doesn't support all wireless security methods but should not be an issue for average wireless users. Firmware updates will eventually fix that if needed. I could have been me but WPA2 with AES was giving me issues on my Linksys Linux based Router running DD-WRT.

Overall Review: I use this for my DirecTV VOD feature. I could not run a wire and this works perfectly.

Pros: Great device to hookd devices to your network without doing a cable run

Cons: Setup could be easier

Overall Review: If the IP address scheme of your LAN is different from the default that the device uses, the quick setup program may not be able to find the bridge. In case you are wondering about the default ip address that the device has, it is 192.168.1.226

Pros: Supports WPA2, and all protocols below. Once set up correctly, it's just like having an Ethernet jack. DHCP to the router works fantastic.

Cons: Price, and low gain antenna.

Overall Review: I replaced the included antenna with a 15db gain omni-directional and reception is excellent now. I actually have more than one computer sharing this with a 4 port switch.