October 27, 2008 08:20
Jim,
The Air802 sounds like it works like the Engenius. Are you satisfied with it? I tried the Engenius but was never satisfied, and moved over to the Air802 USB adapter (sold by BBXpress here in the PNW) and it definitely outperformed the Engenius. In fact, my Macbook often outperformed the Engenius (yes, I checked all connections etc.) However, Air802's driver for their USB device is the pits - it can't be shut down if it's in a weak area and can't connect, requiring a force quit. At worst, while anchored in a weak signal area, the only way to shut it down was to force quite the entire system (hold down the start button until the laptop shuts down). A know problem but the driver is about 18 months old and no signs of a fix... Thus I'm leary of Air802, but if the module you're using is working I might try it.
BTW - the Air802 USB dongle is cheap - found it online for about $30-$40, though you still need a cable and antenna. It could make a cheap backup for your system since you already have the antenna. You'd still need a longer cable (mine is 30' - supplied by BBX).
Scot
The Air802 sounds like it works like the Engenius. Are you satisfied with it? I tried the Engenius but was never satisfied, and moved over to the Air802 USB adapter (sold by BBXpress here in the PNW) and it definitely outperformed the Engenius. In fact, my Macbook often outperformed the Engenius (yes, I checked all connections etc.) However, Air802's driver for their USB device is the pits - it can't be shut down if it's in a weak area and can't connect, requiring a force quit. At worst, while anchored in a weak signal area, the only way to shut it down was to force quite the entire system (hold down the start button until the laptop shuts down). A know problem but the driver is about 18 months old and no signs of a fix... Thus I'm leary of Air802, but if the module you're using is working I might try it.
BTW - the Air802 USB dongle is cheap - found it online for about $30-$40, though you still need a cable and antenna. It could make a cheap backup for your system since you already have the antenna. You'd still need a longer cable (mine is 30' - supplied by BBX).
Scot