ZyXEL M202 802.11g Xtreme Mimo USB 2.0 Wireless Network Adapter
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Customer Review: Zyxel claims for longer range don't hold up
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought a couple of the Xtreme MIMO M-202 USB units and have a short review:
Set up is easy and utility provides a simple set of functions but probably won't please those wanting more than the basics. The driver is Microsoft certified and seems to take few processor system resources and has caused no problems with other software.
But I expected a MIMO device to provide longer range than an 802.11g/b device which just is not the case. The unit does seem to maintain a connection better than many WiFi products at low signal levels, but this is no better than current version 802.11b/g products based on Atheros and other 3rd generation chips. I expected an improvement from the use of MIMO but either because the product does not implement true MIMO or because the antenna arrangement used in the small USB device does not provide enough diversity or amplification, the M202 falls far short of expectations.
I have not tested the M-202 with an xtreme MIMO or other manufacturer's access point. Perhaps the MIMO capabilities will work between other similar MIMO devices. But at a stand alone, this product is not worth buying unless you can get it for a price similar to non-MIMO 802.11g/b USB products.
Customer Review: This adapter works well for me
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought two M-202s to upgrade my old 802.11b WEP adapters to 802.11g with WAP. I had some problems during the installation process on Windows XP-SP2 ("Illegal System DLL Relocation") but called costumer support and was given a link to a Microsoft hotfix (KB935448 ). The adapter worked once I downloaded and installed the hotfix. On my first installation, only the administrator could access the adapter. Other users could not access the wireless connection. Then I decided to uninstall the software included in the installation CD and let Windows XP manage the adapter using only the driver included in the installation CD. Everything worked well after these minor setbacks. I have two M-202 working seamlessly with an old Lynksys WRT54G router. Connectivity is good in all areas of my house. Xyzel costumer support was friendly and helpful. I think this adapter is a good bargain for $13.Customer Review: good long lasting
Summary: 5 Stars
I had plenty of trouble with thick walls and a cheap N Mimo Linksys Router, disconnecting etc. with a Vista computer. This adapter mostly solved my problems although the Router still frequently goes down.
This has decent speed and good range and seems able to recover from problems decently.
Best of all my kids have figured out how to unplug this router from the USB, and plug it in again when the connection goes down, and it's been done many many times, and this adapter has survived years of this.
The problems are with the router, thick walls, and very busy radio interference in the heart of NYC, not with this adapter which has been wonderfully long-lasting. It's common for WiFi devices to wear out over time and I will buy more Zyxel products when needed. I upgraded to Windows7 and the connection is much faster and better, including to recover.
Customer Review: Easy to set up - works great on my desktop!
Summary: 5 Stars
I admit, I know practically nothing about wireless networking. I bought the Zyxel (550?)Router and this adapter based on reviews. I can't believe how easy it was to set up and how fast my computer is now!!! I have hughest net satellite (which is horrible! I don't recommend them to anyone! Just read reviews at broadband forums and watch out for their FAP.) anyhow, to continue...since I hooked up Zyxel router and Zyxel network adapter it is work a hundred times faster and both computer work superbly! I am a non-technical person so can't give you and numbers - but it was an easy setup and I'm very pleased with the results. If it matters, I live in a rural area where's there's no DSL and lots of trees. The router and adapter are three rooms away. I am very pleased and no problems! Excellent Fast Transmission.Customer Review: POJ!!!
Summary: 1 Stars
Yes! The Zyxel M-202 is really a piece of junk! Zyxel has rolled out several driver/firmware update versions in the past 1.5 years trying to trouble shoot Windows XP incompability issues in some newer PC...but to date: none has worked! And now, they have decided to delete all (everything!) M-202 related support/update materials from their website and to date has not returned any of our emails. I have owned several Zyxel products including the "old" G-200 (which works fine...after updating the driver) and so far this MIMO adapter is one of the rotten lemons. Also, the NetGear MIMO USB adapter is working okay for me but it tends to heat up fast.