NETGEAR WPN511 RangeMax, it does extend range if..
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it does extend range if used with a range-max router or wap — but it’s not spectacular
Yes, it does “work”. Meaning if you get the RangeMax router or wireless access point, the pair of them do give you better range than (for example) a Netgear WGT624 router with a WGT511 card (and other such combos that I’ve tried). It’s a bit erratic — the signal level fluctuates, which seems to me to be a software (algorithm) problem. I hope they can improve it further, but for now it’s meeting my needs.
A bit more detail: I have a large house, and the networking stuff is all at one end (never mind why), so at the other end of the house the wireless signal would fade to nothing. With this RangeMax combo I can now get an adequate signal (2 bars) where I used to get nothing.
So don’t expect too much, but also don’t be daunted by the bad reviews, it’s worth a try. As you know, every building is different, so as they say in another context, your results may vary.
Update (2/8/2012): This item is currently on sale here for the lowest price I’ve seen.
The featured review for this product, NETGEAR WPN511 RangeMax Wireless PC Card Electronics, was written by CS.
The average rating for this item is out of 5 stars, according to 3 reviews.
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Posted on: April 16, 2010
Filed under: Reviews
Reviews (3)
Patricia Koyshman
March 17th, 2010 at 1:18 am
So Much Better than my Linksys…
Wow, was to find the one! I bought it in July and had no problems with it. I actually bought it from another angle "refurb" and I feel fabulous! I am pairing with an old Netgear WiFi 11b system, and when I was visiting family, they had the D-Link 54g and wow a tri-level home and I had excellent signal quality. So I give this a big Thumbs Up! I am preparing to purchase or the next MIMO router that evening .. Wish me luck!
L. song
March 17th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
great product
I did quite extensive research before decided to purchase this item. Most of my friends/reviews suggested buying from Netgear. I followed the product guide to do the installation. It went very smooth and took less than 10 minutes. It has been up running for almost two months now, very sound product!
CS
March 29th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
it does extend range if used with a range-max router or wap — but it’s not spectacular
Rated 3 stars.
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