Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter A/B/G Networks Only Reviews

• Simple and effective

  
  By A2GUNHKJZ68KHV on 2009-11-12
  360 is in the basement, router is on the 2nd floor. My main reason for upgrading was because while watching streaming netflix movies, it would stop and downgrade the quality to keep up with the streaming movie. This doesn't happen on my pc or when I moved the 360 one floor closer to the router.
  
  The package comes with an instruction manual, installation cd and the adapter. The CD sleeve tells you to put it in first before connecting the adapter. I put it into my 360 and it just stared at me. Probably because I had already downloaded the latest 360 update through Live. The instructions were not clear on this but I feel it is for people that have never updated their 360 and need the WPA2 configuration installed to run wireless n. To clarify, to use wireless N you must use WPA or WPA2. You cannot use WEP encryption. If you do not change it on your router configuration, this adapter will run in ABG only. NOT N. You must also have a wireless N compatible router to run at wireless n speeds (duh).
  
  I already had the older MS ABG adapter wirelessly connected to my 360 and linked to my router, so I just shut it down, unplugged the usb cable and plugged this one in instead. Rebooted and ran "test connection" and it kept the old configuration memory of the connection settings (MAC and ip addresses, passwords, WPA2, etc), except it connected full "4 bars" strong and stated the connection type was n instead of g. I checked this on the router as well through my pc. Connection speeds had varied from 28 to 54 mb/s but now jumped to 52 to 108 mb/s. Tested the unit thoroughly with MW2. No hiccups in voice or connection problems with server during multiplayer or spec ops. Also tested netflix streaming. No problems here either. Watched a full movie with no recalibration/interuption. This has never happened before even on a good day.
  
  The adapter comes with little fold out feet on the bottom so you can stand it remotely if you buy a usb extension cable. Very handy feature if your 360 is buried in an entertainment rack.
  
  Offnote complaint: Router is DLink DGL4500 GamerLounge ABGN, non-firmware updated (which has been known to cause problems). People have complained that this router is not simultaneous dual band. I was on xbox live playing a game in wireless n and using my iphone (wireless g only) to look up info on the net at the same time. I believe the "simultaneous" complaint refers to wireless n devices not being able to see wireless g devices on the same server. Does not affect my configuration.
  
  Conclusion:
  Does everyone need this? No. But if you don't want or can't run cable through your house and want the fastest connection speed possible, this is a great trouble free solution. When choosing between the older version and the newer one, the price differences between the two MS supplied adapters is minimal enough that this should be your purchase choice unless you NEVER plan to upgrade past g or your 360 is pretty much in line of site of your router.
  
  I do not work for MS, own a PS3, have red ringed my 360, and still recommend this product.
  
  Pro's: speed, pain free installation, speed, remotely locatable, speed, 2 antennae, did I mention speed???
  Con's: clamshell packing, price, vague installation instructions, fragile antennae only pivot left/right, not forward/back or rotateable, same with old one. But since it can be located remotely, not really an issue.
  
  GT: Jinx32
  
  

• Expensive, but worth it

  
  By AO3PKW6WDCY3Q on 2005-12-03
  Yes, I would have to agree with other reviewers here, this item is on the expensive side. But I believe it is worth the price because Xbox 360 Wireless Adapter is easy to install and easy to set up. In short, it works and I don't mind paying extra for something that works as intended with no hassels.
  
  To install, you simply insert the USB plug into the USB port on the backside of the Xbox 360. This Network adapter snaps into place so it never moves and the cable is just long enough preventing clutter. A very intelligent design.
  
  Software set up was a breeze. In my situation, it was automatic after a few menu selections. I did have a concern that there would be a problem because I am using an Apple Airport. But, no problems at all.
  
  Also, the range I receive is better than what others have mentioned here. I live in a two story house. My Airport (wireless hub) is located on the east side of the second floor, in a book case next to the outer wall. My Xbox 360 is located in an outer corner of the den on the first floor on the west side of the house. Basically, the signal is going from upstairs to downstairs and from one side of the house to the other. I was actually surprised that it worked without me having to rearrange either room.
  
  So, yes it is expensive, but it works without any problems for me. So many things I buy make you almost jump thru hoops to get them to simply do what they are suppose to.
  
  
  
  

• Easier than many alternatives

  
  By A3U41ZL33SS92P on 2006-10-17
  I was using a basic Linksys wireless game adapter with my 360, and it worked fine. However, it needed to be connected to a PC for firmware updates (making it impossible for Mac users), and was generally more difficult to set up than the "official" adapter from Microsoft.
  
  I ended up getting this adapter on sale, and setting it up was a snap. It gets decent throughput, and saves some energy over an external adapter, because it only uses power when you have the Xbox 360 on. It was also nice to see that this supports WPA networks.
  
  If your time is valuable to you, this is probably worth the extra few dollars over similar products. You just snap it on, enter your network's password, and you're off.
  
  

• Wireless is the way to go

  
  By ALO7C26NGWH9Y on 2006-11-21
  My television is in a completely different part of my house from my high speed internet connection, so while I wasn't thrilled to dish out extra money for this adapter, I have to say it was completely worth it. Since I figured out how to set up my home wireless network and coordinate that with the 360, I get a very strong connection and have had no problems staying connected.
  
  The only issue I had was that when I first set up the adapter I didn't known enough about wireless networks to have everything clicking together. At first the 360 would access Xbox Live, but was using other nearby wireless networks because I did not give the 360 the password ID to access my Linksys router. I live in center city Philadelphia, and by default the adapter was picking up and using whatever open wireless networks were available. The range must be good, because it would register about six or seven other networks of varying strengths.
  
  Once I figured out that my Linksys router had a password code (I think it is a WEP number) I was able to punch the router's ID into the 360 and the 360 then automatically connected to the secure wireless router in my home. I have never had a single issue since. I don't think this delay in the optimal setup was anyone's fault but my own, since I was pretty ignorant of how wireless networks are set up but I have a feeling it may happen to others.
  
  All in all, I think that having a secure wireless network at home is what will become standard in the next few years. This adapter works great, is small and disappears behind the console, reduces the clutter of wires, and allows you to keep your computer and high speed connection separate and distinct from your television area. It was definitely a worthy purchase.
  
  

• Wireless N - Achievement Unlocked!

  
  By A2WCVNPTCVXPOH on 2009-11-19
  Can't route Cat-5 cable? This latest A/B/G & N Wireless Adapter, from Microsoft, is the next best bet. Emphasis on the "N."
  
  Do you use the Apple Airport Express or the Apple Airport Extreme as your router? No worries, there are no compatibility issues; nor are there any NAT issues that interrupt game play, an issue that plagues certain routers on the market.
  
  If you do not have an 802.11n capable router, but can spare the extra money, spring for this latest A/B/G & N wireless adapter. The Xbox 360 wireless adapter conforms to all four current wireless network standards and will work with any devices that support such.
  
  Concerned about the color of the adapter not matching the color of your console? Regardless of how you display your console, horizontally or vertically, the adapter (if plugged into the rear of your console) is hidden and all that is visible are the grey antennae.
  
  This newest adapter shares the same, almost plug-and-play, installation as the previous A/B/G generation wireless adapter. Simply plug the adapter into the back of your console and power the console on. If you are not already online, navigate to the system area of the Dashboard. Within the system area, enter in your network settings, test the settings, then log into Xbox Live and you are ready to go.
  
  I was able to tell the difference in speed immediately, even when testing the Xbox Live connection in the network settings. Gone are the issues with streaming, and Netflix looks amazing in high definition. And most importantly, I am gaming multi-player lag free!
  
  Things to consider: If you use wireless controllers with your system, you may get better performance using the 5-GHz band for your network connection, since the wireless controllers operate in the 2.4-GHz band. This also holds true with other common household devices such as cordless telephones and microwave ovens. Also, your 802.11n network only operates as fast as your slowest connected device. Therefore, if you want best performance it is suggested to switch to 5-GHz 802.11n only when gaming. Or, better, have a dual-band router dedicating feeds to the appropriate devices.
  
  
• Preaching to the choir
  By A9L3XGK9UF9UX on 2006-09-18
  Well, I must say after purchasing the Linksys WGA11B Wireless-B Game Adapter that while yes this adapter is overpriced, it does work and considering that I only got the Linksys adapter to work once and then it shut down in the middle of an update I must say the price looked worth it.
  
  I can't vouch for your financial situations but after speading nearly 3 days trying to set up the Linksys when my wife finally said I should get this instead - this hooked up and connected instantly. No problems and I guess for the price it does look nice hooked in to the back of the Xbox. So you may not have as many problems as I do with the Linksys but if you have any questions or limited computer/networking ability this will be "worth" the price (only because nothing simplier does exist). So I would recommend this product if you want true plug-and-play which I don't believe the Linksys to be.
  
  I'm sure plently of people are happy with the Linksys, it just didn't work for me. So think first to avoid paying for both. I would go back and never buy the Linksys if I could.
  
  
• A good investment, but buyer beware.
  By A1ADDUQ3L6HN78 on 2007-11-23
  Buyer beware. The X-Box 360 wireless adapter CAN be a good investment, but be sure to do your homework first.
  
  I bought the adapter looking to download content from X-Box Live. After a three hour series of phone calls between X-Box and my ISP, it was discovered that the wireless adapter only works with a very narrow range of wireless routers and that, unless your router came from Microsoft, you may not be able to use the adapter at all.
  
  Be careful of Microsoft's website as well; my router was listed on the site as a 'compatible' one, but X-Box customer service confirmed over the phone that it wouldn't work.
  
  So, it's a good idea for a product. When it works.
  
  
• Works well if you have your router set right
  By A2HBJF7PJJR9BX on 2009-11-21
  I was getting ready to ship this adapter back after two days of tinkering with my network to get it to work with no results. My old Xbox wireless-g adapter worked fine, albeit with marginal connectivity and speed. I upgraded to this wireless-n adapter to solve those problems but found that it worked so poorly that I barely had a connection and couldn't use media center at all.
  
  I spent two days tweaking everything I could think of on my network and then, as a last resort, I just switched my router (Linksys WRT330N) to operate in the 20MHz band instead of the 40, where I had it set previously. That was all it took, and now it works great with a strong signal. So, if the adapter doesn't work for you, make sure your router isn't set for wide-40MHz channel.
  
  
• Get the Most from Your Wireless Adapter
  By A1LZYSYTXL37V5 on 2007-04-23
  A lot of people don't seem to understand this, and aren't setup correctly to get the most out of their xbox360 wireless adapter. Yes, it supports 802.11 a, b, and g. But the important part is that it supports DUAL MODE (i.e. bonded) A and G. That means that if you have a dual-mode a/g wireless access point, you are using 2 wireless bands, the 2.4GHz band (used by B and G), AND the 5GHz band (used by A). B and G both suffer lots of interference from microwave ovens, bluetooth, and lots of other things. A however does not suffer from such interference. A's theoretical rate is 54Mbps as is G's. In reality in a best case you might get 26ish mbps for each band. A decent HD video stream can take a steady 20mbps (assuming WMV or AVC/H.264/MPEG-4Part2, etc) or half that for MPEG-2. Dual band A/G allows the wireless network to bond the effective 26ish Mbps in each band for an actual realistic 50+Mbps assuming best case, and half this band isn't subject to local interference. If you are using a plain old 802.11g router and want to more than double your performance, get a dual-band a/g instead. Another nice part about the A channel is that not a lot of people use it, so you aren't probably competing w/ other local access points.
  
  Oh... BTW... If you are running 802.11g and you have even a single 802.11b device on your network, your whole network will suffer greatly, so get rid of it. 802.11b is obsolete and will bring your whole network speed down.
  
  Also, if you are using Windows Media Center and you have Windows Vista on the PC, that version of Media Center has a very simple Network Performance Monitor that allows you to adjust your network in realtime, and it will tell you using a graph whether you reach acceptable levels for SD and HD video streaming.
  
  
• Any Wireless Bridge Will Work
  By AV4KT04LVFE0M on 2006-11-25
  I thought it would be helpful to let people know that this unit is not the only way to get online wirelessly with 360. The reason you should buy this product is that it will be guaranteed to be compatible and easy to set up. If you have experience setting up wireless networks and want to go a cheaper route, you should buy a wireless bridge. Amazon has them for less than fifty bucks. I used a wireless bridge with my PS2 and just plugged it into my 360, no additional setup required (bridges store WEP data).
  
  
• Easy set up, works pretty well two floors away...
  By A2CXOA7DIW9CDO on 2006-11-21
  Overall, I am pretty happy with this unit. My only complaint is it is a little underpowered as far as grabbing my router signal. My laptop has 5 bars in the basement, but I can typically only get two on the Xbox 360 with this adapter. Because of this, it does drop its signal occasional with my Linksys WRT54GS Router. However, it is also about 50 ft. away (assuming a direct line) with two floors and several walls in the way. Still, using this unit was much better than figuring out how to hardwire my Xbox from two floors away.
  
  Setup was a breeze. I plugged it in (it snaps nicely into the back of the 360 and plugs into the nearby USB using a short cord), went to the network setting on the 360, selected the wireless slot, found my network, and typed in my WPA key for my router. Done. It took all of 5 minutes start to finish.
  
  Until buying this, I just dragged a 100' ethernet cable down the steps and through doorways anytime I wanted to connect to XBox Live. What a pain! This is not a perfect solution if you have a lot of space and stuff between your router and Xbox 360, but is fine for my needs, which mostly includes downloading from XBox Marketplace, and occasional online play. If you are an avid XBox Live player, and you setup is like mine, you might want to consider a hardwire solution. You may ocassionally lose your signal in the middle of a game.
  
  
  
• Great Performance, Simple Plug and Play Install
  By A1ZPGW542S4JRK on 2009-12-08
  Let's be clear upfront, if you are only using wireless for gaming, you won't see much improvement in speed in selecting a "N" band adapter versus a "G" band adapter. However, the "N" band adapter does give you slightly more range.
  
  So why do you want this adapter then? For same reason as me, I purchased this to support streaming of audio and video to my XBox from my PC. I didn't want to run Ethernet cable between floors either. If that's your goal, or you are looking to stream Netflix to your XBox, then this adapter is what you want.
  
  I should point out that in order to use the "N" band, your wireless router must support "N" band as well. I would think that's pretty obvious, but maybe not to everyone. I am using a DLink DIR-655 router that supports "N" band. One more thing, you need to ensure your router is set to support WPA and WPA2, these are the only encryption methods that support "N" band. If you have your router set to WEP, you'll need to change your router configuration.
  
  INSTALLATION:
  I found the installation of this to be very simple, plug it into back of the Xbox, turn your Xbox on and configure the adapter. This was done in only a couple of minutes. If you are replacing your existing XBox "G" band adapter with this one you shouldn't need to make any changes to your XBox set-up, run a "test network connection" to verify everything is working as expected.
  
  The adapter can attach directly to the back of your XBox. However you'll probably want to install this using a USB cable so you can extend that away from the console to get a better signal. The adapter comes with feet that you can extend to stand it up.
  
  PERFORMANCE:
  Once my XBox wireless network was set-up I checked the performance. First, I verified the connection of the adapter on my router. It was listed as 802.11n (2.4GHz) as expected. The connection speed was showing between 220 and240. My router is on a different floor than my XBox, but still find this to be quite good. I then ran the network performance tune on the XBox. The graph showed I had a full connection suitable for TV as well as HDTV!
  
  I tested the actual performance of the adapter by streaming a movie from my PC (high resolution) using Media Center. The movie started buffering first for about 2 seconds and then my movie started playing immediately. I watched the movie for about 5 minutes and noticed no delays or interruption in the playback. I also used Media Center to stream audio, as well as display my collection of family pictures in the background. I left this to play for over an hour with no interruptions in the playback.
  
  CONCLUSION:
  I did try another wireless "N" adapter before getting the Microsoft adapter. I was VERY displeased with that adapter. You can read my review on the Trendnet Wireless Adapter, "Save Yourself the Hassle if Using on Xbox 360 - Get the Microsoft Adapter Instead" TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R). The Microsoft adapter is as simple as you can make it to add wireless "N" to your XBox. Performance is excellent. Sure it cost a few bucks more, but as I noted in my Trendnet review, you'll save yourself a lot of time and frustration, will easily justify the additional $$ to get Microsoft's "N" band adapter. As always, shop around for the best pricing. I've seen these offered for $79.
  
  
• Great Product
  By on 2006-01-14
  Like everyone has said. This product is great, it works and its so simple to setup and along with that its fast to setup. Someone else mentioned it having a low range, this is not the case. I was able to detect 3 other wireless networks around my neighborhood. This device may be $99.99, but if you have tried other means to get a wireless network going and it nothing has worked this is your best bet. The adapter fits into the lone USB port in the back of your 360 console, where just above or to the left of the USB port (depending on how you set your console up) the rest of the network adapter snaps into place and thats it. From there all you have to do is turn on your 360 and go to the guide menu. Go to the media section and click network settings. Select the wireless network option all the way at the bottom. Your adpater will now attempt to locate any wireless networks in range. Once it has finished that it will display a list of networks in the area. Do not get worried if you don't see your network on the list. This happened in my case and all you have to do is click the specify unlisted network. There you just have to enter you SSID, enter if it has a WEP code, if it does you have to select the kind of WEP it is (128-BIT or another one that I can't remember right now). Then just enter the WEP code. If your network does appear on the list just select it and enter the WEP code if needed. Once all of that has been entered choose the test Xbox Live Connection and if everything was entered properly, it will say you have connection to Xbox Live. It may so complicated, but really it only takes up to 2 mins. to get it all setup and checked. I am sure most of you know this already as well, but if you need to find the information needed for the wireless connection it can be found on the computer where your wireless modem is hooked up. I hope this helps all those seeking to buy this product, the price is high, but if you want no hassle what so ever then this product is perfect for you.
  
  
• a few frustrating minutes - but wireless goodness at last
  By A2A4XN25ULFUTO on 2009-11-21
  I had my system set to launch to the dashboard by default, and it was reading the driver disk as "mixed media disk." At first i powered off the system, but no luck when i turned it back on. It kept reading "mixed media" and wouldn't play the disk. I had to set it to load to disk by default and power off the system. When it came back on, it read the disk and everything else was groovy. The troubleshooting section of the manual didn't have this info. It was just a few frustrating minutes, but frustrating nonetheless. Other than that, all is well.
  
  
• 99 dollars!!?? This is a huge rip off. Other and better solutions exist!!
  By A6S9L99V5ZBEZ on 2009-11-25
  Seriously, anybody who buys this without even researching the options you have to give your 360 wireless N capability is just wasting their money. I didnt' really want to write this review initially (because I am a programmer on M$ platforms), but it's just plain rediculous. Even more rediculous are the 5 stars reviews on amazon praising this thing. Sure it will give you wireless N capability but at a cost that is outragous!
  
  Here is a better solution:
  
  Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter
  
  This will connect to anything that has an Ethernet cable and will give you wireless N capability. it will give me the same functionality as this outragously over-priced adapter. Not only that, but it will work with whatever I throw at it. it works with my PS3, XBOX 360, Laptop, .....etc. if you shop hard enough you will be able to pick this thing up for very cheap.
  
  Another solution, This one requires more knowledge and is a bit more technical. Also possibly a little more expensive than the first option, but still cheaper than the 99 dollars adapter on here:
  
  purchase a wireless N router that supports a HyperWRT firmware like Tomato or dd-WRT. You can then flip the router into a bridge and connect it to your XBOX 360 to offer you wireless N capability. Like I said, a bit more technical, but it shouldn't be too hard to figure out.
  
  I love Microsoft, but this is just plain wrong.
  
  EDIT: A lot of people responded to me by saying that the LinkSys adapter is about the same price as XBOX adapter. This is ONLY true on amazon. you can search for better prices elsewhere on the LinkSys adapter. I picked up the above adapter for 37 dollars including shipping! Also there is another solution which gives you the same capability as the LinkSys adapter and is only 49 dollars here:
  
  TRENDnet Wireless N Gaming Adapter-Black (TEW-647GA) (V1.0R)
  
  Bottom line, there are much cheaper solutions out there. They are not as clean as the XBOX adapter because you will need to hook them up to their own power and such, but you could use them for other applications (like giving the PS3 wireless N capability instead of the built in wireless). This adapter should be 49.99 Not 79.99 or 87.99 or 99.99...etc.
  
  
• Don't hesitate - buy it! Installs easily, great signal strength
  By A26Q77WGSSS03N on 2006-12-14
  Chose this as an easy solution to internet my XBox 360.
  
  Bought retail in Hong Kong for less than the price listed here though...
  
  After plugging in the unit at the back and rebooting, the system hunted for wireless connections and quickly found my router. Then feeding in the router's security settings into the console & updating the console mac address into the router and Hey Presto :) I get 4/5 signal strength even though the signal has to pass through two reinforced concrete walls!
  
  From opening the pack to connecting to XBox Live in less than 5 minutes...
  
  A wonderful product which really deserves 6 stars!
  
  
  
  
• Pricey but effective and completely worth the upgrade!!!
  By A2WLNSZ9U0T1S3 on 2009-11-19
  Bandwidth is what we all need with HD over IP becoming a reality. This adapter definitely fits the bill with the extra gain in speed that is achieved. If you are an XBOX 360 user and use it as a media device to stream your content and or Netflix, etc...then this is something that you absolutely must get. We are using our 360's for Netflix more and more and with the addition of the new PlayTo features in Windows 7 the 360 is becoming the center piece of our home theater and family room. Naturally the old wireless adapter worked well but there were some delays and sluggish performance...with the addition of Wireless-N to this adapter the delays and sluggish behavior has all but disappeared and the performance is awesome.
  
  My only negative is the price....in the end its a simple wireless-n adapter with a USB cable on it...why not make it cheaper and let more people enjoy the ecosystem that now exists for multimedia streaming. Are you listening Microsoft???
  
  5/5 - even with the price - but it could sell a whole lot more and get adopted faster if the price was in the 49.99 area.
  
  If you have any questions about this device and or need more information, please comment and I will answer as soon as I can.
  
  
• Good stuff.
  By A22N4FISCSCVXI on 2006-11-24
  As far as wireless bridges go this item is expensive. Some can be had for 40-50$ at other sites. BUT those items are a seperate item with another plug and would require more space.
  
  This adapter is designed to work perfectly with the the 360 and does just that. It connects to the back of the console (and HD DVD drive if you purchase that) and use the power of the 360. It doesn't take up any extra space and has a strong connection.
  
  I would recommend it to anyone that has a wireless network in their home.
  
  
• Beware of compatiblity issues
  By AGRT6ABAJ888B on 2007-01-08
  I have a D-Link DI-524 revision E 5.1 Firmware. For some reason or another, the wireless adapter refuses to connect to the DI-524 E. I don't see any entries on the router. It seems that the Wireless Adapter can easily find the network, but I cannot successfully connect. I've tried using WPA and WEP, but with no success. I ended up giving up and returning the adapter. The DI-524 is on the compatibility list, but only for certain firmwares [which means, certain revision]. The latest revision of the DI-524 doesn't seem to be compatible with the XBOX 360 Wireless Adapter. I even have a Zonet wireless adapter for my laptop, and it connected to the router fine. I would suggest reading the fine print carefully about what routers are compatible to the wireless adapter. Having a newer firmware doesn't necessarily guarantee compatibility.
  
  
• How to set it up right
  By A3EMGDTY20EMO9 on 2010-02-02
  I have a WRT54G v2 wireless router and a G network. At first I thought this wireless adapter won't work with my router since it wasn't on the wireless routers compatible list on the Xbox 360 website... but I tried it and it works. I've described below how to get it to work with your console as well.
  
  Before I plugged the adapter in the xbox 360 I inserted the accompanying disc in the console. When I restarted the console, no instructions came up on the screen and like one of the reviewers I thought I had the latest update on my xbox but that wasn't the case. I then inserted the wireless adapter in the console and it wouldn't detect my wireless network. It wasn't working.
  
  After talking to an xbox customer support representative I was able to connect my console to the internet and xbox live. Here is what you need to do in order to get it to work:
  
  First you have to disconnect the N network wireless adpater from the USB port. Then you have to go in the console system settings and enable Auto Start. Then in the system settings you need to select Startup and select "Disc" as the option. After that you need to insert the disc and turn off the console. Wait 10 seconds and then turn the console back on. At this point the instructions for the update will show up on the screen and ask you to install the update. Select "yes". After the update is done, the console will restart on its own. Next, you have to insert the wireless N adapter in one of the USB ports. Then a message will come up that your adapter was detected and will take you to network settings to have them set. You have to enter the SSID and possibly the WEP/WPA keys if your network is secured. After that you have to go in Network Settings and test the xbox live connection. It should all show green. When you do the test another update will have to be installed in order for you to be able to connect to xbox live.
  
  This should save you a lot of headache when getting the adapter to work with the console.
  
  Good luck!
  
  
• Expensive != Overpriced
  By A31I0WT9TQOR2Y on 2006-04-12
  At $99 (you can find it for $89 at some places) I have to agree with others who have said this item is a little expensive, but by no means does that mean the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter is overpriced. The Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter is, by far, the most surprisingly effective and versatile (as in operational conditions) on my wireless network.
  
  I have 5 roommates in a large house and we all share my Linksys 802.11G router. Everyone has different types of equipment to hook up to the network with varying results. The router is placed in a strategic position downstairs so everyone can get reception, which is unfortunately one floor down and on the exact opposite side of the house from the living room where the 360 is. Nothing gets reception over there, but this thing is always connected with at least 1-2 bars, even at low signal strength, my connection to XBOX Live seems to work flawlessly with no dropouts and no lag problems that aren't inherent in any Wireless solution and the speeds are great.
  
  If you are looking to go Wireless with your 360, this is the product you must get. The setup is very simple and user-friendly, the device is small and attractive and snaps into place on the back of the 360, and its performance has surpassed my expectations (along with many other reviewers here I see). Five stars.
  
  
• Works Amazingly
  By on 2006-01-03
  IT Has NEVER lost connection and has a very long distance. This product is great if you live in a big house (1750+ sq. ft.) and you don't want to mess around with wires. 5 Stars
  
  
• Previous xbox adapter works on 360
  By A1QVWTHDTGDOM3 on 2006-03-28
  I bought the wireless adapter for xbox last year and it worked great. Recently got a 360 and plugged it into the ethernet port and it worked perfectly. It must be the only thing from xbox that can be used on a 360. Don't buy the 360 adapter if you have the previous one, the only thing is the new one supports wireless a signals but g works great anyway. Yes, the new one looks better but not for $100.
  
  
• Extremely good product - but loses points for the ridiculous price
  By A8UOWM0ZFPSW4 on 2007-11-30
  After finding out that the 360 wasn't wifi ready post purchase (unlike the Wii), I was distraught to learn that the official adapter ran almost 100 bucks. Unfortunately due to my setup running an ethernet cable between my router and the 360 wasn't an option. So after doing some research into alternatives, I finally broke down and picked up the official wireless adapter. Fortunately, even though it needs to be a good 40 or 50 dollars cheaper, it has proven to be an extremely high end product. Aside from the obvious benefits from having access to X-Box live, the access to play videos streamed from my PC to my TV is something I've been wanting to setup for a very long time. Using a program called Tversity you can even get around the limitation to the microsoft WMV formats(as obviously DivX/Xvid is far more common).
  
  While I am still a bit irritated about the price point, particularly in light of the Wii already being wi-fi ready, anyone who wants to use wireless on their 360 should just suck it up and pick this up. There really aren't any more practical options unfortuantely.
  
  
• Good product... unless you have Verizon FIOS
  By AAISLAFTLSBFO on 2007-12-28
  Like many others, I purchased this wireless adapter because there is no hard-wire connection available where my console is located.
  
  Physically connecting this device to the XBOX console was fast and easy. Since it is specifcally an XBOX 360 accessory, it simply snaps on to the back of the console and will still allow you to stand the console up vertically if you chose.
  
  The next step involved going into the system setup to allow the console to recognize the device and locate my network. When I tried this, the device located my network but (despite all efforts) would not connect.
  
  Microsoft tech support was not very helpful despite their diligent efforts to help.
  
  I did some digging on the Internet and discoved that this adapter does not always work well with certain routers. In particular, the Actiontec MI424WR which is used by Verizon FIOS customers.
  
  After some further exploration and several calls to Verizon, I was able to download a firmware update for the router which allowed it to locate and connect to my network.
  
  Though I was fortunate, from what I have heard, this solution may not always work. Had I not already opened the package, I would have returned it considering the hefty price tag.
  
  Good Luck !
  
  
• Nice Accessory
  By A2UIH7H2653DFS on 2006-02-21
  This adapter works great. I have my xbox underneath my tv in an entertainment center...so I was afraid my reception might be blocked by not having my xbox out in the open. So far, I've been receiving a full 4 bars of reception - loud and clear.
  
  WARNING: Microsoft's troubleshooting is a joke. I had a problem connecting my adapter to my network, went through all the install instructions Microsoft recommended (took about 3 hours of research and troubleshooting). All I NEEDED to do was enter a different WEP code. Oops.
  
  Hopefully your install is flawless. If you hit any snags, you may be in trouble.
  
  
• there is an AFTERMARKET product for 50 dollars less!
  By A2E6F0U3L51DGC on 2007-01-17
  Belkin brand wireless G gaming adapter! I went to walmart to get the Xbox brand wireless adapter and they were sold out. I was about to go to Best buy and saw this on the shelf. Its in a red and silver/grey box and works for the 360, Wii, PS2 and PS3! hooks right up to the USB ports and I was online and wireless 5 minutes after getting home. Its bigger than the Xbox brand, but you save $50, which is almost a new game. I haven't had any problems and its compatible with tons of wireless routers.
  
  
• Overpriced Garbage
  By A1H6CB55AR9B3K on 2008-01-28
  Save your Cash! This device is overpriced. I bought it under protest but read so many good reviews about the ease of use and functionality that I went forward with it...Well I should have known better this device does not work bottom line. I have used it for 3 weeks it reads 3 bars every where in my house including my bedroom not ten feet away from the router. Yet still kicks me off of xbox live every other time I go into matchmaking. There are cheaper alternatives, Whats the point of paying 100 dollars for something that doesn't function as well as any of my other wireless adaptors at half the price. I just bought a 100 ft cat5 cable for 18 dollars just so I wont have to deal with this rip off of a device. Unless you are right next to your router don't waste your money. Actually just buy something else its an inferior product to everything out there...thanks Microsoft. There is just no excuse for such a price on an item that cant work half as good as my laptop adaptors and is intended for gaming, you've been warned.
  
  
  
• Works great, empty wallet
  By A2ITGW4E6U909T on 2007-11-23
  Here's the deal: the xbox wireless adaptor is great performing wireless adaptor that simply works. The only con is the price is incredibly overpriced. The big issue is it is a "necessary" accessory for the 360 as the PS3 and Wii already include wi-fi so I don't see why Microsoft needs to gouge consumers on this item.
  
  I would rate this to be a great 5 star product at $65 pricepoint. I would deduct -2 stars simply for being too greedy.
  
  
• Not worth the money
  By A37I48H897IASI on 2007-06-18
  Yes, it works. Yes, it's easy to install. But the reality is that Microsoft is charging far too much for the functionality. It works so seamlessly because the hardware itself was already designed for WiFi. You're essentially spending $100 for an antenna--which is inexcusable considering WiFi PC cards cost $20. Even the Nintendo DS comes with WiFi, and that's $129 for the whole game system.
  
  In short, this is never worth buying new. If you just have to buy this thing new, get it from online auctions, where it usually costs $60. Otherwise steer clear from this transparent example of Microsoft greed.
  
  

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