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1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71122]

Mon, 18 January 2010 12:26

mike miller

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I have been reading posts here about this adapter. I understand it is one of the best ones. I have seen them cheaper... just not very often. Under $30 with shipping.

This site is like Woot... One day only. Has about 10 hours left as of my posting.

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Alfa 802.11 Long Range WiFi Network Adapter + 5dBi Antenna With 1000mW Upgrade Now To The Strongest On The Market!

Having trouble getting that elusive WiFi signal? Just barely managing with 1 or 2 bars of signal strength? Here's your answer. Juice up your reception with this all powerful, newly upgraded WiFi extender. This 1000mW adapter will ensure that you never lose a signal, no matter which room, floor or chimney your'e in. Simply plug and play. Want to catch a signal half way down the block? No Problem! With an estimated range of 1 mile you will have no problem getting a signal.

With 64/128/256bit WEP Encryption and USB 2.0 technology at 54MBps you can rest assured that your connection will be fast and secure.

Features Include:

* IEEE 802.11g/b, WPA/WPA2 Compliant, Attachable Antenna
* Connects at a full 54Mbps via USB 2.0, up to 8 times faster than a USB 1.1 adapter
* High gain upgradeable
* Compact size for greater flexibility
* Also compatible with USB 1.1 desktop and notebook computers
* Plug-and-Play Compatible with Windows 7, Vista, 98SE, 2000, Millennium, XP and Linux
* MAC/PC Compatible
* High security 64/128/256bit WEP Encryption, TKIP, WPA, 802.11

Package Includes: 1000mW WiFi Signal Booster, USB Adapter, Antenna, Driver CD-ROM

Specs:
Condition: New
Retail Boxed
1 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Alfa Network
Model: AWUS036H

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Re: [GMCnet] 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71123 is a reply to message #71122]

Mon, 18 January 2010 12:49

GMCWiperMan

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Thanks for posting that Mike. I've just ordered one for use in my shop
which is too far away and shielded by brick walls for me to get decent
reception from the house. I carry the 500 mW version in the coach and use
it most of the time when camping; it's amazing how many more sites it
collects than the laptop's build in wifi, even when the Alfa is right beside
the laptop -- usually 2-3 times as many hot spots.

Ken H.

On Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 1:26 PM, Mike Miller <m000035@gmail.com> wrote:

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>
> I have been reading posts here about this adapter. I understand it is one
> of the best ones. I have seen them cheaper... just not very often. Under
> $30 with shipping...
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Re: [GMCnet] 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71124 is a reply to message #71123]

Mon, 18 January 2010 12:51

Al Roberts

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Thanks for the heads up. I, too, just ordered one. It will come in really handy when I'm traveling. Thanks again.

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Thanks for posting that Mike. I've just ordered one for use in my shop
which is too far away and shielded by brick walls for me to get decent
reception from the house. I carry the 500 mW version in the coach and use
it most of the time when camping; it's amazing how many more sites it
collects than the laptop's build in wifi, even when the Alfa is right beside
the laptop -- usually 2-3 times as many hot spots.

Ken H.

On Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 1:26 PM, Mike Miller <m000035@gmail.com> wrote:

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> I have been reading posts here about this adapter. I understand it is one
> of the best ones. I have seen them cheaper... just not very often. Under
> $30 with shipping...
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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71125 is a reply to message #71122]

Mon, 18 January 2010 12:57

Matt Colie

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If you ever need and don't have a high power WiFi this is not a bad deal.

- BUT -

It is 802.11b/g and not n (the newest fastest standard).

That is probably why they are trying to unload them before the new version hits the shelf.

The n standard has been a problem because several manufactures released hardware based on the initial proposed specifications and then some of the spec was changed and not all could comply.

It still isn't shabby at half what the 500mW cost on Ebay.

Matt

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71129 is a reply to message #71122]

Mon, 18 January 2010 14:37

WD0AFQ

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[quote title=Mike Miller wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 12:26]I have been reading posts here about this adapter. I understand it is one of the best ones. I have seen them cheaper... just not very often. Under $30 with shipping.

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I don't know where anyone has seen a better deal than this. The 500 mw units rarely sell for under 50 bux, This one has 1000 mw output.
I have about every gadget one can think of for wifi. Nothing beats this for 50 bux, and it is 30, with shipping. I don't even use wifi anymore but I grabbed one. Never know when I mite come upon a friend in need.
If you are a wifi user when traveling, or just want to get a better "lock" onto your neighbor's system, this will improve most any signal.
Dan

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71130 is a reply to message #71129]

Mon, 18 January 2010 15:04

mike miller

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WD0AFQ wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 12:37

Mike Miller wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 12:26

... I understand it is one of the best ones. I have seen them cheaper... just not very often. Under $30 with shipping.

I don't know where anyone has seen a better deal than this. The 500 mw units rarely sell for under 50 bux, This one has 1000 mw output. ...

I may have been confusing this with the 500mw item... or it's clones.

The main thing I like about this style is that you can replace the antenna with another one that fits your needs. (Cantenna, Yagi, flat panel or a omni-directional one mounted outside your coach.)

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71131 is a reply to message #71130]

Mon, 18 January 2010 15:13

WD0AFQ

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You are correct Mike. Easy to hook an external beam antenna to this little unit. Here is the real kicker, these have an amplified receive also. So, with the 500 or 1000 mw output you also get a much better receiver, which you need.
Pretty much a plug n play item, in case one is challenged a bit, it does not matter. These things are the best for the money. I have 2 3 watt wifi amps with amplified receivers. I think the Alfa receive is just as good as my commercial units. They are great for adding wifi to a desktop also.
Dan

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71132 is a reply to message #71131]

Mon, 18 January 2010 15:40

hal kading

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Dan and others,

Will this improve cell phone coverage (Verizon)? Also connectivity to internet?

Hal Kading 78 Buskirk Stretch Las Cruces NM

[Updated on: Mon, 18 January 2010 16:33]

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71141 is a reply to message #71132]

Mon, 18 January 2010 18:36

WD0AFQ

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Hal Kading wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 15:40

Dan and others,

Will this improve cell phone coverage (Verizon)? Also connectivity to internet?

Hal Kading 78 Buskirk Stretch Las Cruces NM

No This is just for wifi.
Hey Hal, why don't you come over with Jeff this week? We are having a great time.
dan

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How about Verizon 'Mi-Fi card"? [message #71145 is a reply to message #71132]

Mon, 18 January 2010 19:07

bukzin

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[quote title=Hal Kading wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 13:40]Dan and others,

Will this improve cell phone coverage (Verizon)? Also connectivity to internet?

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How about using this with the Verizon cell to wi-fi box
(the Mi-Fi unit) ?

Any way to improve its signal with this Alfa booster?

PS As usual, great unit at a great price, just ordered two.

Bukzin
1977 Palm Beach

[Updated on: Mon, 18 January 2010 19:08]

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Re: How about Verizon 'Mi-Fi card"? [message #71157 is a reply to message #71145]

Mon, 18 January 2010 21:04

WD0AFQ

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I know nothing about mifi. I have heard there are no external antenna connections on it.
If the mifi does wifi and you need a stronger signal this will work. You plug it into your laptop and turn off the internal card.
Dan
PS
Thanks Mike for telling us about the deal

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Re: [GMCnet] 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71164 is a reply to message #71132]

Mon, 18 January 2010 21:39

Byron Songer

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WiFi is for a specific application, to function as a wireless network for
computers and such devices (printers). It has nothing to do with cellular
phones which operates differently on other frequencies, etc.

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> Dan and others,
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> Will this improve cell phone coverage (Verizon)?
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> Hal Kading 78 Buskirk Stretch Las Cruces NM
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cellular to wi-fi conversion [message #71170 is a reply to message #71164]

Tue, 19 January 2010 00:08

bukzin

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The 'Mi-Fi' box from Verizon (I think T-Mobile has
a version too) takes a cellular signal and converts
it to wi-fi.

If you give folks around you the password 4 or 5
users can share it on laptops, cell phones, etc.

Part of why I got one is to use with my iphone which
is locked to ATT which it locked to poor service.

Bukzin
1977 Palm Beach

[Updated on: Tue, 19 January 2010 00:08]

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Re: How about Verizon 'Mi-Fi card"? [message #71179 is a reply to message #71145]

Tue, 19 January 2010 06:58

Matt Colie

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bukzin wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 20:07

Hal Kading wrote on Mon, 18 January 2010 13:40

Dan and others,
Will this improve cell phone coverage (Verizon)? Also connectivity to internet?

How about using this with the Verizon cell to wi-fi box
(the Mi-Fi unit) ?

Any way to improve its signal with this Alfa booster?

PS As usual, great unit at a great price, just ordered two.

No.
Cell/Mifi and Wifi are completely different frequencies.

To get cell and MiFi where the signal is poor, you need a booster (connects directly to the phone or modem) or a repeater (needs the unit near a pick-up antenna).
If you are interested look at E-bay items:
230424177505 and
220453665639
Then continue the study before purchasing.
If you have "non-unit specific" questions, ask.
I've been running boosters and repeaters for a few years now.

I love the Alfa unit. If there is open Wifi in the county, I can usually work it effectively.

Matt

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71180 is a reply to message #71122]

Tue, 19 January 2010 07:11

rowing guy

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Hey Fellas,

Have you seen this? I stumbled across it not too long ago, seems like it would be an excellent solution for mobile wifi.

http://attmifi.com/

You just plug in your sim card and with your, already paid for, data plan, you'll have wifi.

Any thoughts on this?

Scott Brown
73 Revcon 250 D/T

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Re: 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71202 is a reply to message #71180]

Tue, 19 January 2010 12:53

ldone

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Thanks for the heads up.......in for one Very Happy

Very Happy

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Re: [GMCnet] 1000mW Alfa 802.11 WiFi Network Adapter [message #71204 is a reply to message #71202]

Tue, 19 January 2010 13:17

k2gkk

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I ordered two.

Mac Macdonald
Oklahoma City

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