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TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter TEW-647GA (Black) | 
| Brand: Trendware
Category: CE
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $38.99
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Seller: parkwater
Rating:  118 reviews
Format: CD
Platform: Windows XP
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: N/A
Modem: None
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 6.1 x 2.5
nv:Device Type: Wireless Adapter
Interface: RJ-45
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11b
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11n [draft 2.0]
Wireless Data Transfer Rates: up to 300Mbps
Wireless Frequency Range: 2.412 - 2.472 GHz
Security Protocols: 128-bit WEP
Security Protocols: 64-bit WEP
Security Protocols: WPA-PSK
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: TEW-647GA
Model: TEW-647GA
UPC: 710931600551
EAN: 9858595078468
ASIN: B0024G48VA
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Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| | Connect your game console to a high-performance wireless n network | | | Play online or connect multiple consoles to play head-to-head | | | Works with Nintendo Wii , Xbox , Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2 and 3 | | | One-touch Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) | | | 3-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
The TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter (TEW-647GA) connects your favorite Ethernet-ready gaming console to a lag-free wireless n network. No need to locate your gaming station near an Internet connection-cut your cables and start winning with high-performance wireless n. Setup is quick and simple, with no drivers to install. Works with Nintendo Wii, Xbox, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2 and 3. Connect multiple gaming consoles wirelessly and play head-to-head or challenge others over the Internet in multiplayer mode. The latest in wireless encryption ensures wireless security. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology reduces wireless dead spots. Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) lets you integrate other WPS devices into your secured network quickly.
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 Inexpensive and works as it should. December 15, 2009
Orton Bui (US)
133 out of 136 found this review helpful
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RU5BGY0UTYZ45 First off, I had been keeping my eye out for a cheap alternative to the 360's wireless adapter for sometime now, and when I saw this unit as apart of Amazon's lightning deals for $30, I couldn't pass that up.
Before buying this unit, I was sure to peruse for reviews to see other peoples' luck with the item and was left a bit confused on how the product would work. After playing around with the various settings and getting it to work, I want to just clear the confusion on how this will perform. Also, I have a Bachelors in Computer Networking, not that that means anything, but I have had a good bit of experience playing around with different routers/switches and while reading through the reviews I was left baffled by the varying contradicting opinions of the product.***On a side-note, these types of At Home networking devices are aimed at ease-of-use and my experience had very little effect on how much more/less difficulty I had getting the product to work other than enabling me to filter out the weaker/inane reviews of the product.
Let me clear up the marketing confusion first. This item is a Wireless adapter. IT WILL ALLOW YOU TO CONNECT VARIOUS ITEMS WITH AN ETHERNET JACK TO YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK. That means if you have a desktop with an ethernet jack in the back that you would like to be able to hook up to your WIFI without stringing it to your router, this will work. For the "gamer's" that for some reason this item is targeting(most likely the xbox 360 owners), this item works flawlessly and comes strongly suggested given a few caveats(i.e a bit more cumbersome than Microsoft's options Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter A/B/G Networks Only,Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter A/B/G & N Networks given that it has to be plugged into an electrical outlet).
I'll try to give you guys a step-by-step run through of how the configuration process worked for me.
First, I plugged it into an outlet and connected an ethernet cable from my PC to the unit(for the non-techies out there, this should work the same regardless of the Operating System you're on).
Second, I popped in the CD that came included and loaded the router setup software off of the CD. This step was a breeze given that there was no installation of anything onto your computer, as other reviewers had falsely alluded to.
Once in the router setup software, I did run into a few odd hiccups that slowed the overall process. The software was able to find the device right away and I was off and running setting up the unit, although almost every time I hit OK or Next through the prompts, I was returned with something like "Error, the changes were not made" though they were... Other than that, the setup was pretty quick and painless and should be no problem to those that dread anything techie like many of those in my family, given that they read the manual and follow the instructions. And once you have it setup to your wireless network, it'll pretty much connect any of your devices that has Ethernet port to your wireless without having to run through the setup process again. All the settings are saved so you can just move the unit anywhere. As long as you don't tweak anything in your router, this unit should be able to be unplugged and moved around as much as you like and still connect you every time.
**My issues with the strange contradictory error messages were solved once I upgraded to the latest firmware
As for performance, this unit has worked flawlessly for my needs. I was playing Left 4 Dead 2 and a few other games through it on my 360 and had no significant lag or difference between playing through this unit over playing it hooked up to my router with an ethernet cord. I also tried streaming a few movies from my PC, and again, it worked flawlessly while I fast forwarded/backward and skipped chapters. Though I have yet to try streaming anything HD from services like Netflix, I don't imagine anyone would have any problems given the much more than sufficient bandwidth that this unit provides as long as you have a capable internet connection from your Internet Service Provider. I also unplugged my computer from the router and plugged it into this unit just for kicks and, unsurprisingly, it works just as it should.
The device itself is surprisingly small and sleek, though it is a bit of a finger-print magnet. Something of note too, is at the top of the router lies a Wifi Protected Setup button(WPS) that I'm guessing would make the process even easier by eliminating the need for the PC setup process if your router has support for it, mine did not, so I can't comment on that.
Overall, I would strongly recommend this product to anyone looking for a cheap way to connect their devices up to their wireless network. Even if I hadn't gotten it on Amazon's sale, knowing what I know now about it, I would gladly buy this unit again. That's my 2 cents anyways and I hope it helped.
**Update
So after about 4 months of owning this product I am still very satisfied with my purchase. I did run into a pretty frustrating problem after my house lost power. My router was reset and the Trendnet adapter did not seem to want to stay connected. After a bit of poking around, I managed to fix the issue by going through Trendnet's provided setup software again and giving the device a Static IP. It's been working flawlessly since. (*Of note though, this doesn't seem to be an isolated issue, I have seen a few other reviewers state having inconsistent connection issues as well. If you get that issue, just try what I did and the device will be working the way it should in no time.)
Absolute Value for Money - Great Product November 12, 2009
Kaushik Dwarakanath (Houston, TX)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I recently bought a sony Blu-Ray DVD player Sony BDP-N460 Blu-ray Disc Player (Black) as a part of package with an LCD HT tv. Although the Blu-Ray player claims you can watch streaming video content on it. It is missing an integrated WI-FI and a USB drive to buffer the content. These have to be purchased separately.
To connect the BDP-N460 to a network would be easy if you have an existing wired network in the vicinity of your DVD player. Any lack thereof you would need to get an ethernet bridge or a Gaming adapter to talk to your wireless router.
Sony recommends Linksys WET610N Wi-Fi bridge (which i am sure is a fine product albeit being more expensive).
Hence I bought the more affordable TRENDNET Wireless N Gaming Adapter TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R) (Version 1.0R).
This product is surprisingly small in size and slim in aesthetics. Can easily be hidden in your media cabinet.
Set is very easy. If your WI-FI network has a straight forward configuration. TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R) has a simple set up button on top.
However, if your WI-FI configuration is more complicated, TEW-647GA ships with a setup CD/DVD, that will take you through a few easy steps to get TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R) configured for your secure settings.
It took me less than 2 minutes to get it first configured on my laptop and connect it to the BDP-N460 blue-ray player. I was able to watch streaming Netflix movies in HD in no time. The steam rate was so good it played like a DVD.
Am sure it is a great delight for Gamers as well. In case you need to share this with other devices in your entertainment array. use a network switch between your devices and TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R).
In short a great product that gives you value for your money.
Married and Mac Airport Extreme and a Xbox 360 July 10, 2009
Paul (California)
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
I had been trying unsuccessfully for quite some time to connect my airport extreme and my xbox 360 wirelessly. I first tried the xbox wireless adapter. That didn't come close to working. This Trendnet adapter was the answer.
For those that are interested, Trendnet's tech support walked me through the setup. They couldn't configure the adapter using a mac computer. Fortunately, I had a PC and on my network, and tech support patiently talked me through the configuration.
I had to plug the Trendnet adapter into the pc using an ethernet cable, and then use their setup software to configure the adapter. I then unplugged the adapter from the pc and connected it to my xbox 360, using the ethernet cable.
I now have a wireless "n" connection between my Airport Extreme and my xbox 360.
Five stars to Trendnet's tech support!
The only hiccup was that I had to use a pc to configure the adapter, but after that, it worked fine connected to a Mac Airport Extreme and a xbox 360.
Works well with Direct TV July 1, 2009
Go Tigers (Buffalo Grove, IL)
16 out of 19 found this review helpful
Used this product to connect with Direct TV HD DVR. Has worked very well with my Airport Extreme. Much cheaper than Linksys adapter which Direct TV uses.
Works Great November 11, 2009
N. Bojer (Cherry Hill, New Jersey United States)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I ordered this with Free Super Saver Shipping and it came 4 days ahead of the estimated delivery date. It took about 15 minutes to do the manual setup. I just followed the instructions in the book. No problems at all. Would recommend to anyone looking for the alternative to the Microsoft adapter for the XBOX360. Just keep in mind that you need to plug it into a power outlet, unlike the Microsoft one.
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