Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter | 
| Brand: Linksys
List Price: $119.24
Buy New: $74.24
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Rating:  39 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
nv:Device Type: Wireless Bridge
Interface: RJ-45
Form Factor: Desktop
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11b
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11a
Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11n
Wireless Data Transfer Rates: 300 Mbps
Wireless Network Configuration: Ad-Hoc (Peer-to-Peer)
Wireless Network Configuration: Infrastructure
Security Protocols: WPA
Security Protocols: 128-bit WEP
Security Protocols: 64-bit WEP
Security Protocols: WPA2
MPN: WGA600N
Model: WGA600N
UPC: 745883582730
EAN: 0745883582730
ASIN: B0010TEOLQ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Features | | • | - Lag-free head-to-head or Internet gaming, without stringing wires | | • | - Converts wired-Ethernet-ready game consoles to Wireless-N network connectivity | | • | - Works without drivers on Xbox, Xbox 360, PlayStation2 or 3, and GameCube | | • | - Dynamically changes channels and radio bands (2.4 or 5GHz) to find the fastest connection available |
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Product Description
The Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter gives wireless connection capabilities to any wired Ethernet-equipped game console. The Game Adapter can be used in several different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network and a cable or DSL Internet connection, the Game Adapter lets your Xbox, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2 or 3, or GameCube attach to the network so you can get into online games without running wires to the game room. Or, use a pair of Game Adapters to form a "cable-less cable" between two game consoles for head-to-head gaming - in the same room, or all the way across the house. There's also a special "Wireless LAN Party" mode to connect several consoles at once.It's completely driver-free, so it works on any platform. Since there are no drivers to load, setup is a snap. Just configure the network settings through your PC's web browser, plug it into your game box, and go. The Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter provides lag-free gaming with incredible communication speeds when connected to a Wireless-N Access Point or Router. It can also connect to Wireless-A, -B, or -G devices.Spend your time gaming, not stringing wires, with the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 34 more reviews...
Advanced configuration directions May 7, 2008
Rak (Denver, CO)
26 out of 28 found this review helpful
I have this product connected to my directv hd receiver to download VOD content. If the installation software is not able to detect the device during the installation process, then follow these steps (I had to perform these steps when I called Linksys for assistance. I wish they had just documented the steps instead):
1. Quit out of the installation software (keep the adapter connected to your pc)
2. Assign a static IP to your pc (if you do not know how to do this, then call Linksys or google it). The static ip settings should be:
ip: 192.168.1.50
subnet: 255.255.255.0
gateway: 192.168.1.1
leave dns settings as is
3. Open up your browser and type http://192.168.1.250 in the address bar. You will now see a log in page
4. Log in with admin/admin
5. Now assign a static IP to the adapter
ip: 192.168.1.250
subnet: 255.255.255.0
gateway: 192.168.1.1
6. Now go to the wireless settings tab and enter in your SSID and WEP/WPA Key. Make sure you select the correct authentication type
7. You will now need to reboot the adapter (it will ask you to do so)
8. Once the device is back up, go back to the http://192.168.1.250 page and log back in. Double-check to make sure your settings were entered in correctly. The wireless light should light up on your adapter.
Tip: Before you connect it to your console/receiver, you can test to make sure the adapter can connect to the internet. Switch off your wireless connection on your pc/laptop and connect the adapter to your pc via the ethernet port. Try accessing the internet and if you can, then the adapter is all set.
Good luck.
p.s. the main reason I detailed out the steps for the "advanced setup" is so that people know that it is still a straight-forward process, so no need to be afraid if you won't have the plug-and-play experience.
another tip. if you are still having issues, then try changing the channel on your router (although you should not have to if all your other wireless devices are working well on that channel).
 No Mac OSX support, but does work with XBox 360 January 18, 2008
James V. Reagan (Snoqualmie Ridge, WA)
12 out of 17 found this review helpful
Once this is configured, it works as advertised. Excellent network performance (no drops, high performance even over a secure connection). However, for Mac OS X owners you will have to connect to IP address 192.168.1.250 and configure through your web browser. I found that out contacting their tech support, as no docs actually tell you how to do web configuration.
 Great alternative for XBOX 360 wireless April 12, 2008
G. Bovara (Chandler, AZ USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I was able to set this adapter up easily and quickly with no issues whatsoever. It works perfectly with my XBOX 360 and is much much faster than the XBOX brand wireless G adapter. I am using WPA2 (TKIP and AES) mode on my router and everything is running smoothly with no connection issues. A great product.
WGA600N and DirecTV February 26, 2008
James R. Crocco Jr. (Houston TX)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I setup the Linksys WGA600N Wireless Game Adapter with my DirecTV HR20 receiver to download VOD. Initially, I had difficulty getting my PC to connect to the adapter (device not found errors). After calling tech support, it was due to my having a non-standard network setup. I do not use the IP address range of 192.168.1.x. As a result, I removed my PC off the network and gave it a static IP address in the 192.168.1 range. I was then able to connect to the device through a web browser (connect to IP 192.168.1.250) and configure it. If it wasn't for the undocumented issues with the setup, listed below, I would have given this 5 star rating
Pros - works flawlessly once configured
Cons - undocumented setup hurdles. 1) device uses address 192.168.1.250 as default, 2) default password is 'admin'
For highest speeds make sure you use WPA (not WEP) security May 24, 2008
T. Nelson (Chino Hills, CA United States)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
I use SageTV software to transmit television and video throughout my house. When I upgraded to HDTV signals, my existing Powerline adapters couldn't handle the bandwidth, so I decided to try this device.
At first I couldn't get the device to use 802.11n, which limited me to wireless-g speeds. This isn't adequate for HD video streams. Then I found out that WEP security isn't in the draft-n standard, so if you use a WEP password on your network, the device reverts to wireless-g. I changed to WPA security on my router and the adapter started using wireless-n. This was surprising, but I'm glad I stumbled upon this easy-to-miss piece of info.
Anyway, now that everything is configured, I really like this adapter, but it took some fiddling to get it to work right. I'm able to move HD video streams from my media room to my living room, which is on a different floor and several rooms away.
By the way, I had to use the manual installation instructions (found in another review for this product). The included setup disk didn't work for me. Also, I'm using a D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Wireless Router; interoperability hasn't been an issue.
If installation was easier I'd give this 5-stars. The clunky install cost a star.
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