Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking

Belkin F5D5050 USB to 10/100 Ethernet Adaptor - Networking

(87 customer reviews)

SKU:

148288

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Description:

The easiest way to get your computer ready to share Internet access is through an available USB port. The Adapter simply plugs in to let your PC connect to your cable or DSL modem, as well as share files and peripherals with computers that are connected to the network. With instant, Plug-and-Play USB and the simple setup with our included software, you can add sharing capability in minutes without opening your computer case to install a card.

Features:

Adds your PC to your network, easily--through a USB port, Connects your PC to a broadband modem, Installs easily into any available USB port--without requiring you to open your PC case
Works with Windows; 98SE, ME, 2000, XP 32 Bit & Vista 32 Bit
Installs easily into any available USB port--without requiring you to open your PC case
Comes with a Belkin Lifetime Warranty and free, 24-hour technical support
Does NOT work with Windows 7, Vista 64 Bit or XP 64 Bit
Exchanges data quickly between connected PCs and notebooks; lets you share printers and other peripherals, and communicate via e-mail

Product Details:

Product Length:	9.0 inches
Product Width:	6.5 inches
Product Height:	2.1 inches
Product Weight:	0.6 pounds
Package Length:	8.66 inches
Package Width:	5.91 inches
Package Height:	1.97 inches
Package Weight:	0.62 pounds
Average Customer Rating:	based on 87 reviews

Customer Reviews:

Average Customer Review: 4.5

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38 of 38 found the following review helpful:

Great networking alternative, works with XP and 2003 Jun 20, 2004
By Carlos Santiago
I required a second network card to setup a multihomed server using Windows 2003. Since I was out of PCI slots on my server this adapter was a definitive blessing; it is also an excellent alternative for laptop users and for people who don't feel comfortable opening their computer cases. The adapter's cable length is about a foot 1/2 long, which I think is adequate for most people; it also has a power LED which also serves as a network status indicator.

I also tested the adapter with Windows XP and did not require the CD to set it up (Windows 2003 did require the CD).

Note:
If you install this adapter with your system powered on, you will get an error message indicating a problem starting the device, this is normal and will go out after restarting.

So far, performance has been consistent and it has been 100% stable.

I hope that my review helps in evaluating this device.

36 of 37 found the following review helpful:

Tivo Owners - THIS IS THE ONE TO GET. Jan 20, 2006
By Vornado
I previously owned the Linksys 200M and it broke with the touch of a feather because of a little plastic door which holds the ethernet cable. I know plenty of Tivo owners will make the same mistake because it is the only one "certified" on their website. Do not buy the Linksys 200M. This adapter installed so easily and connected to Tivo perfectly. The design is light years away from the Linksys 200M. Tivo owners - buy this one, you won't be sorry!

17 of 17 found the following review helpful:

I bought this to Network my Tivo May 23, 2006
By Bilbo "Hobbit"
And network my Tivo I did. It worked right out the box without any problems at all - Tivo recognized it immediately.

Would have got 5 stars, but I do feel that the price point for this "brand" device is excessive now that USB is a very mature technology.

Incidentally, I bought a $6 + $2 shipping non-branded device from ebay which works perfectly with a colleague's Tivo.

15 of 15 found the following review helpful:

USB 1.1 - Max 12Mbps Jul 30, 2009
By C. Jackson "Charles"
I struggled with whether or not to review but felt a need to inform potential buyers that this is a USB 1.1 device. Meaning - at best it will transfer 12Mbps not 100Mbps. If you will be using this primarily for internet access you will likely not see any speed difference as most broadband speeds are far less than 12Mbps. However, if you have a home network and use this device to send/receive information across the network you will notice a significabnt lag compared to a standard network card or a USB 2.0 adapter which can take advantage of the full 200Mbps Full Duplex mode.

I am not suggesting in any way that this is a bad product - just make sure you get the product that best meets your needs. I do think the $25 is excessive for a USB 1.1 device, should be more in the $15 range - my opinion anyway.

16 of 19 found the following review helpful:

Easy to install for any OS Jan 19, 2004

1) You run the setup program in the CD
2) Plug in your USB ethernet adapter into the computer
3) Plug your ethernet cable to the other end