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Customer Reviews for Wintec Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Wintec Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
The Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter is an internal wireless network adapter that installs into most desktop computers. Connecting to a wireless network is hassle-free compared to running expensive network cables and installing connections in the walls of your home. Once the wireless PCI adapter has been installed and set up, the computer will seamlessly detect and connect to the available wireless networks inside a range of 100 meters as soon as it starts up. You get an extended range and stronger connectivity with the FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter. This desktop PCI wireless card includes 2 antennas and installation CD that makes the installation easy. Browse at higher speeds and connect to the digital world with the wireless adapter. It is compatible with Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 operating systems.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3
out of 5
(221 Reviews) 171
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Customer Recommendation86%189 out of 221reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Customer Reviews
Review 1 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Good product, great price!
,05/17/2013
By dqualls ,
Webb City, MO
4
out of
5
After a lot of time (and patience) I still could not get the downloaded linux driver to work on linux, so I had to install WinXP instead. The included Windows driver worked great on WinXP after it was configured correctly. It is my opinion that unless you are a real Linux guru, do not purchase this product for use on a Linux computer. If you are planning to use this wireless adapter for a Windows XP computer, it works great.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 2 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Excellent device
,05/07/2013
By KJandA ,
Centreville, VA
5
out of
5
Hardware installation was a slam dunk. Software loads up automatically and by choosing "let Windows detect network" option (recommended by the software), everything goes smoothly. It lost contact with the modem a couple of time initially, but after a "hard reboot" it worked like a charm; never lost contact with modem again. The best $15 I have ever spent.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:A few times per month
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Review 3 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
No problems!
,04/27/2013
By ChelseaDagger ,
Arizona
5
out of
5
This works perfectly and so far we've had no problems with it at all. We have it about 30 feet from our router and it picks up the net just fine. Can't believe we almost spent $70 on a USB one! Save yourself the money and get this one!
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every day
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Review 4 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Great wifi card for an older computer without wifi
,04/21/2013
By CircleKdude ,
Murrieta, ca
5
out of
5
Easy installation of card. Instructions are very clear and easy to understand. Driver disc installed with no problems. Only complaint is that i get disconnected from my home network temperarly for a minute or so at times than it will reconnect. Not sure if its the card or my internet settings on computer. Small price to pay for an excellent product. Highly reccomended. I would purchase the same card if i had to replace this one.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 5 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
04/17/2013
By RANGER511
1
out of
5
NOT COMPATABLE WITH SLIM-LINE COMPUTERS, ONLY LARGE BOX TYPE. BUT THEY DON'T TELL YOU THAT. ITS ONLY FOR LARGE PORTS. I BENT THE BRACKET, SO NOW I CAN'T SEND IT BACK.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
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Review 6 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Does a great job accessing my home network.
,04/09/2013
By Cyberfox638 ,
Woodbury,NJ
5
out of
5
I bought this product to solve a connection problem with my computer located in my basement. My wireless Internet router is located two floors up in a bedroom. I needed something powerful enough to lock in a compromised wifi signal. This Wireless-N Internet adapter card has done the trick for me. Once I learned how to install this card into my computer it worked like a charm. Would highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a permanent solution to a wireless Internet connection problem.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
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Review 7 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Great inexpensive WiFi card
,04/08/2013
By Missingmypedals ,
Meridian, MS
5
out of
5
We have an older PC running Windows XP, with an Apple Time Capsule Router, and this card works great for us. It was easy to install, and has performed flawlessly
Our connection speed is about 74 MB/s. Our LAN is capable of much faster speed, but our cable modem connection is only 24 MB/s, so this card works great for us.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 8 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Great Product
,04/04/2013
By Anonymous211547 ,
Upstate New York
5
out of
5
Fast and easy to install! Great performance! Recently had a wireless N USB adapter go bad after about 2 years of use. Bought this item to replace it. A great buy! Low Price and performs great.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 9 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter....
,04/03/2013
By captain77450 ,
CaptainK
3
out of
5
Works on XP after installing wireless program that came on the CD. Without this program, XP (sp3) will NOT do WPA2 encryption. Got 58 Mbps speed from an Asus 300Mbps wireless connection at 35 feet thru 3 walls. I really did not tweak it to get the max speed and did not try the speed unencrypted, so it might be better than I think. Came with XP Vista and 7 drivers on CD. Could be adapted for low profile case. Remember this is a PCI bus card.
Product Attributes:
Value
3
out of
5
Meets Expectations
2
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 10 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Major Disappointment
,03/26/2013
By 1950Man ,
Winston-Salem, NC
1
out of
5
I bought the Wintec Filemate PCI Wireless-N Network adaptor to replace a Netgear wireless card I purchased used. I hoped the Wintec would sync to my N band router for an increase in download and upload speeds. Even though this is a newer card and it receives a strong signal, the best data exchange speed I've seen is 28 mps. The used Netgear card normally synced at 59 or 78 mps.
Product Attributes:
Value
2
out of
5
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 11 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Worth the money
,03/19/2013
By brickatl ,
Atlanta, GA
4
out of
5
Easy to install and works well. Worth the money for sure.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 12 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
03/16/2013
By Iambad1 ,
Charleston, SC
5
out of
5
Review 13 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
03/15/2013
By ShinBone2 ,
Atlanta,GA
1
out of
5
Review 14 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Good Product
,03/12/2013
By SteezyEMT ,
Gunnison, CO
5
out of
5
As long as you have the slots on your PC for this card, it is very easy to install and get going. Had my new computer on the internet without any trouble.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:18 - 24
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 15 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Excellent product works with Win7 and XP
,03/08/2013
By Grimpuppy ,
Leavenworth, KS
5
out of
5
Buying more for all my desktop computers due to the fact it went way above and beyond my expectations. Worked like a charm in both computers running WinXP and Win7. Now if the local Walmart Site to Site service was as good as this product then the whole experience would of been outstanding.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 16 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Works great!
,02/08/2013
By AmaDraco ,
Pittsburgh, PA
5
out of
5
The adapter fit into place easily, just a bit of a push down and it was in and locked into place. It connected to my wireless router after I pressed the button on the router. We've had no hiccups with it at all in the few months it's been here.
:Walmart.com
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every day
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Review 17 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
A cheap card that acts like a cheap card ...
,02/06/2013
By CaptNeo4 ,
Morton, IL
1
out of
5
This card was a disappoitment. First, it took a full two weeks to arrive! I have been spoiled by NewEgg. Walmart uses the least cost carriers for their deliveries; I have had this experience with them before. Slow is their norm. I wish it was better; I am a Walmart stockholder.
Second, I pulled the card out of my PC after spending a day trying to get it to work properly. It was a buggy performer from the start. It would not hold a connection.
Third, updating the driver from Realtek was impossible. MSN lists the RealTek support site as having security or maleware issues and would not allow a download. I wrote RealTek informing them of this issue and asked them to send me the driver. They did not respond.
Fourth, After reading some of the other problems others have had with this card, it may have more issues than just needing a driver update. Windows Compatibility lists this card as incompatable with Windows 7.
In summary, I got what i paid for. Glad to read some people didn't have any problems installing right out of the box. For me, this card was a lesson on being penny foolish.
Product Attributes:
Value
1
out of
5
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Never
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Review 18 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
Wintec Filemat Is a wonderful brand
,02/01/2013
By chaskirk1 ,
Houston, TX
5
out of
5
I put this in a Windows 7 pc and the driver automatically installed. It recognized my wireless network quickly. I would recommend thiis Wireless-N Network Adapter for available PCI slot.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 19 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
It works when every thing is in the same room.
,01/24/2013
By Runnenbare ,
Sheridan, Ar.
1
out of
5
I would not recommend this for use of more than 15 feet or more from your internet sorce. When I moved my att air card I lost all signal strength.
Product Attributes:
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 20 for Wintec FileMate PCI Wireless-N Network Adapter
01/15/2013
By Elman10 ,
Harrodsburg, Ky.
5
out of
5
I installed the card in the pci slot, ran the installation disk. I was up and running in 5 minutes, and it works great. A great value.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
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