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Game Information
- Platform: Nintendo Wii
- BBFC Rating:
- Media: Video Game
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Technical Details
- 54M Wireless LAN USB Adapter, 2.4GHz, 802.11g/b
- WPA data security, TKIP/AES encryption, 64/128/256-bit WEP encryption
- Internal Antenna
- Provides AP Client Mode, supports PSP connection
- Auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer up to 54Mbps
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Product Description
The Wireless USB Adapter gives you the flexibility to install the PC or notebook PC in the most convenient location available, without the cost of running network cables.
Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer up to 54Mbps for maximum throughput, or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due to distance or operating limitations in an environment with a lot of electromagnetic interference. It can also interoperate with all the 11Mbps wireless (802.11b) products. Your wireless communications are protected by up to 256-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.
Additionally, it supports Soft AP, which supports PSP connection, brings you joyful Online-gaming experience.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
Wanting to connect a Wii and DSi to the internet, I bought this adaptor because the product description states that it is "ideal for Nintendo" . The reality is that it is far from "ideal". Upon receipt, my first thought was that the wrong package had been sent because the product description on the box bears no relation to that on the invoice (Modern Tech are simply the retailer). Furthermore, there is not a single reference to Nintendo anywhere in the package, its quick installation guide or even within the more detailed pdf manual. The installation guide is exclusively about connection to a router and that would seem to be the product's intended purpose.
As such, you are totally on your own in setting up this adaptor for Nintendo consoles. Being reasonably tech savvy and having some experience of networks (albeit not wireless) I took this on board. After much browsing of the Nintendo and TP-Link (manufacturer) support sites and FAQs etc. together with the manuals I was no better off in learning how to set up the wireless network. By chance, I found some instructions for a different device at an independent internet forum and discovered that I needed to set up an "access point". Given that is not the default mode of the adaptor, it would have been very helpful if a slip of paper was included in the package to say simply "for Nintendo etc., first set up an access point". Another useful piece of advice would be that the PC must be online when you first set up the access point or the WAN will not be available. Even then, there is some configuring of settings to carry out and largely by trial and error.
It took the best part of a week to make a working connection to the Wii and that was as much by chance as through skill. Even then, a reboot of Windows Vista changes the network to "public" and loses the connection. This means that the whole process of setting up the access point must be repeated every time the PC is switched on. I have not been able to get the adaptor working with DSi at all because the DSi will not accept the adaptor's IP address(es) when entered manually and cannot retrieve these automatically. In this situation the retailer can only refer to the manufacter and I am still waiting for a reply from TP-Link support.
The product may suit those with wireless experience who wish to connect a PC to a wireless router or some other device but as far as NIntendo devices are concerned, the best that can be said about this adaptor is that the retailer will offer a refund. My advice would be to buy Nintendo's own adaptor which may cost a little more but automatically senses Nintendo devices and makes the connection for you. In the UK this is available from Nintendo Customer Services as a spare part for about Ł10. They provide a link to download the software. It automatically installed itself (Vista), sensed both Wii and DSi, then made the necessary WiFi connections. It then works perfectly.
As such, you are totally on your own in setting up this adaptor for Nintendo consoles. Being reasonably tech savvy and having some experience of networks (albeit not wireless) I took this on board. After much browsing of the Nintendo and TP-Link (manufacturer) support sites and FAQs etc. together with the manuals I was no better off in learning how to set up the wireless network. By chance, I found some instructions for a different device at an independent internet forum and discovered that I needed to set up an "access point". Given that is not the default mode of the adaptor, it would have been very helpful if a slip of paper was included in the package to say simply "for Nintendo etc., first set up an access point". Another useful piece of advice would be that the PC must be online when you first set up the access point or the WAN will not be available. Even then, there is some configuring of settings to carry out and largely by trial and error.
It took the best part of a week to make a working connection to the Wii and that was as much by chance as through skill. Even then, a reboot of Windows Vista changes the network to "public" and loses the connection. This means that the whole process of setting up the access point must be repeated every time the PC is switched on. I have not been able to get the adaptor working with DSi at all because the DSi will not accept the adaptor's IP address(es) when entered manually and cannot retrieve these automatically. In this situation the retailer can only refer to the manufacter and I am still waiting for a reply from TP-Link support.
The product may suit those with wireless experience who wish to connect a PC to a wireless router or some other device but as far as NIntendo devices are concerned, the best that can be said about this adaptor is that the retailer will offer a refund. My advice would be to buy Nintendo's own adaptor which may cost a little more but automatically senses Nintendo devices and makes the connection for you. In the UK this is available from Nintendo Customer Services as a spare part for about Ł10. They provide a link to download the software. It automatically installed itself (Vista), sensed both Wii and DSi, then made the necessary WiFi connections. It then works perfectly.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
Exactly the same problem as Tantie of London - wrong item sent - no explanation - opened it before realising - unable to return it. What a bunch of cowboys.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
Same issue as everyone else seems to be having, was sent a TP Link W whatever and it's the wrong item for the listing. I ordered something to use with a DS and was sent a wifi connector. Luckily the box didn't have a seal on it so it's all in the same condition it was when received and am now filing for a full refund.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
WTF
ya like everyone on here i was sent the TP-LINK modle TL-WN721N
not very helpful with nintendo ds but what you going to do
from reading ppls reviews only wish i had dont... Read more
not very helpful with nintendo ds but what you going to do
from reading ppls reviews only wish i had dont... Read more
Published 3 months ago by MAX
Rubbish
if you want to buy this product for your wii or ds dont because i bought it and thiught is was right but when i opened it up i found it was nothing to do with nintendo but instead... Read more
Published 5 months ago by DDongle
tp link wireless G usb adapter
My son wanted this for his nintendo dsi. We could not get it to work and ringing the helpline given just sent me through to india and i couldn't understand what the woman was... Read more
Published 10 months ago by insomniac
Not what it says it is
I bought this product as it said I could connect a Nintendo DS to my internet through my PC using it, when it arrived I tries it only to find it didn't do what it said it would on... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Bertie B
Do not buy for Nintendo DSI or PSP
Did not connect the Nintendo DSI or PSP to the internet as advertised, I think it is more for connecting PC's and laptops without wifi to a router.
Published 13 months ago by William Morrison
No Customer Service
WE received this item and as the reviewer previously wrote, it is not compatible and when calling Amazon, the company my son bought this from in good faith, they would not help and... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Angry at Amazon
Be careful
Like many, I purchased this product, but was sent a different one. Following 5 emails with no reply, I found a telephone number online and phoned direct. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Gary D
Great back up
There was a problem with the package getting lost/stolen in transit but it was replaced without question or quibble by the sellers. Stirling service.
Published 16 months ago by waffleuppagus
Received TP-LINK adapter not Modern- Tech
The reason I gave this product two stars is not because the product is no good or faulty, but because I was sent TP-LINK model no. TL-WN727N without given any explanation. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Tantie
Works fine!!!
Could have special instructions for the Wii. The installation was not as easy as expected (was not complicated), but is working and pretty fast.
Published 18 months ago by Jorge Costa
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