54 Mbps WLAN Standards: IEEE 802.11g/b, Security: WEP, Modulation: DSSS, CCK, DBPSK, DQPSK, OFDM, BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
The Wireless-G Game Adapter gives any wired Ethernet-equipped game console wireless connection capabilities. The Game Adapter can be used in two different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network and a cable or DSL Internet connection, the Game Adapter lets your PlayStation 2, Xbox 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. ??It's completely driver-free, so it works on any platform. Since there are no drivers to load, setup is a snap. In some cases, it works right out of the box! If your setup's a little different - just configure the network settings through your PC's web browser, plug it into your game box, and go. ??The Wireless-G Game Adapter provides lag-free gaming with communication speeds up to 54Mbps when connected to other Wireless-G dev...
Price Range: $67 - $84
Epinions Rating: 
(7 Reviews)
MPN: WGA54G
WLAN Standards: IEEE 802.11g/b
Operating Frequency: 2.4 GHz
802.11b Data Rates: 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps
802.11g Data Rates: 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 28 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps
Operating Channels: 802.11b/g: 11 (North America), 13 (Europe), 14 (Japan)
Modulation: OFDM, CCK, QPSK, BPSK, DBPSK, DQPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, DSSS
WEP Encryption Length: 40 bit (=64 bit), 128 bit
Security: WEP
Led Indicators: Power, Wired Lan, Wireless
Width: 6.3 in.
Depth: 3.94 in.
Height: 1.42 in.
Warranty: 3 Years
Release Date: July, 2003
Product ID: 21050921
Intermittent and unpredictable
Author's Rating:
Pros: Good concept
Cons: Unreliable connection
The Bottom Line: null
Review: I've had wireless working flawlessly from a Linksys router to a Buffalo network access point for a couple years. Bought the WGA to support an isolated computer and I find it terribly frustrating. I can't link signal level or time of execution to... Read Full Review by cw_iiic_dt3000, May 11, 2008
Linksys Wireless-G Gaming Adapter: Bring Your Games Back Online
Author's Rating:
Pros: ease of use, portable, convenient, supports both 802.11b/g formats
Cons: price, tough to use with non-Linksys equipment
The Bottom Line: It's a portable ethernet port.
Review: **I accidently put my original review on the wrong product, so if you're seeing this again, that explains why.** I never really wanted to switch to wireless internet access in the house. I always felt that doing that would add a needless bottleneck in... Read Full Review by kjell1979, Jan 4, 2006
Author's Rating:
Pros: Actually (finally) works after much coercion.
Cons: HISSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Laggy gaming Hard to set up if you enable any semblance of security.
The Bottom Line: null
Review: I bought the WGA54G for convenience and"lag-free gaming."I'm pretty damn slick when it comes to networking, and electronics in general. It took me no less than an hour to get this device to"see"my WLAN. Requires a firmware flash before it can be... Read Full Review by crackshot, May 25, 2005
Author's Rating:
Pros: Returnable!
Cons: Terrible customer support, lack of knowledge about product.
The Bottom Line: null
Review: As with other reviews concerning this product, I am too a fan of the Linksys products. However this unit does not work properly. First of all, let me tell you the setup. I'm running the WRT54GS Linksys router with speedbooster, v3.37.6 firmware... Read Full Review by littlerock03, May 1, 2005
Linksys WGA54G Wireless Game Adapter is Junk.
Author's Rating:
Pros: None. The product is worthless.
Cons: On a secure network, it's junk. You won't be able to even get it working.
The Bottom Line: Please don't purchase this product. It is a very poor product and to get it working you would have to remove all security from your wireless network.
Review: I'm a long time fan of Linksys wireless equipment and my home network consists solely of Linksys products. I have always been pleased with the quality and security of the Linksys products. When I purchased the Linksys WGA54G Wireless Game Adapter, I... Read Full Review by sidwalton, Feb 28, 2005
Terrible Product, Worse Support
Author's Rating:
Pros: It can be returned.
Cons: Poor design, worse customer support.
The Bottom Line: Find a Linksys WRT54G router, add the Sveasoft firmware hack to boost output to 84mW, and then threw it into"client"mode. Will work better than the the WGA54G
Review: Wow! What can I say about this product? History: I’ve been using Linksys products since 1998, and have had nothing but great experiences. I’ve referred many folks to spend the extra money on a Linksys, as it was the“Cadallic of home... Read Full Review by textperts, Apr 4, 2004
Author's Rating:
Pros: Plug and Play. Zero configuration. Small form factor. Nice design.
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: null
Review: Hooked this right up to the Xbox right out of the box. Zero configuration. Playing from Hawaii with friends back in Jersey. Noticed dropped packets with internet service (roadrunner). This piece of hardware is not at all responsible. Originally had... Read Full Review by kcranmer, Dec 13, 2003
