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Wii Net Connect

List Price: $21.99
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Manufacturer: Nyko

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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Video Game
Brand: Nyko
EAN: 0743840870241
Feature: Requires no wireless network, security codes or complex setup
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Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: Nyko
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Manufacturer: Nyko
Model: 87024
Platform: Nintendo Wii
Publisher: Nyko
Release Date: 2007-11-15
Studio: Nyko

Features
Requires no wireless network, security codes or complex setup Connects to your existing Internet connection using a standard Cat5 network cable USB 2.0 connection supports the Wii at full speed, even faster than Wi-Fi Compatible with: Wii Opera Browser, Wii Connect 24, Wii Parade, Online play of your favorite online enabled titles, and other online features of the Wii

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Editorial Reviews:

Get the fastest and most secure internet connection available for the Wii with Nyko's Net Connect. The Net Connect allows the Wii to easily connect to any high-speed wired internet connection. The Net Connect is a USB network adaptor that converts one of the Wii's high speed USB ports into a Cat5 internet jack. Simply plug the Wii in to your existing network, no complicated passwords or software installation is necessary. The wired internet connection provides a safe, secure and stable internet connection for use with the Opera browser, Wii Connect 24, online with online enabled titles and other online features of the Wii.

Spotlight customer reviews:

Customer Rating:

Summary: Excellent product for what it is...
Comment: I just got this product at my local Play 'n' Trade and mine packaging came in a tube like structure. It was easy to remove unlike some that are surrounded in that near-indestructible plastic.

Now onto the product itself, the image provided here is true and is in good quality...only you barely notice this blue LED that some people have mentioned. It's to the right of the Ethernet jack on the device but the light itself, when it's on, isn't that bright. So it didn't distract me very much as it was hidden from my view.

I brought this because I thought it would be a good idea to have my Wii on a wired connection. Just like another reviewer, my Wireless router is pretty close to my Wii. I know from experience that wired connections are always faster than wireless connections...but I don't really seem to notice much more on speed.

First I should mention that it can't be my router. I have a Linksys Wireless-G with Speedbooster. Had it for 3 years strong with no problems. My whole house is easily zoned with my secure connection. I have all ethernet ports free on the back and only my laptop is using the router for internet.

When I had everything hooked, I restarted the Wii just to be sure it will recognize. It did so I decided to try a speed test with it and so I went on YouTube and let it load a video with it. It honestly seemed to have loaded at about the same time as with my wireless signal. I've tried this with several other videos and even went on and off between Wired and Wireless connections.

My next test was to try out the Nintendo Channel. Now, I mainly got this because I hated seeing videos not buffer all the way. It would halt the video to continue loading (minor thing with me) so I assumed that this would take care of it but it still shown up on some videos.

Now I must be fair to say that all internet connections done on the Wii will not be as fast as a desktop or Laptop can quickly load up. The specs on the Wii and its internal RAM and processor are all factors that determines how fast something will load. Plus, it can very well be the servers that the Wii is trying to connect to. I would highly imagine that the Nintendo Channel is flooded with many people looking at videos every minute.

So in closing, I do say that this is a really good solution for those that don't have wireless signals or have problems with their router otherwise. Everything I said was based on MY experience with this. I am NOT saying this product was terrible. All i'm stating is that I didn't see a BIG change in speed.

I do recommend this product though...it's just not for me =/

Customer Rating:

Summary: wii net connect
Comment: A quick and easy way to connect your Wii to the internet through a cable modem or DSL. This is the connection that goes to your USB connection on the back of your Wii and changes it to a ethernet type plug (the one that looks like a large phone plug ) so you can plug it into a modem to access the internet. I have cable internet and plugged the ethernet cable directly into the back of my cable modem and this connection into my Wii. You will have to go into your Wii menu to settings,internet connections,cable type connection and make sure all cables are connected and then select detect internet settings or detecting internet connection, and you should be online.

Customer Rating:

Summary: No Trouble, Good Results
Comment: The device hooks up to your Wii's USB port and connects you to a landline ethernet port. No trouble at all. And I think its cheaper than the competitors :)

Customer Rating:

Summary: A+
Comment: All you have to do is hook it up and go. It works great for the WiiConnect no problems and no lag. Highly Recommend!

Customer Rating:

Summary: Works as advertised
Comment: Not much to say here - it just works. As others have said you just need to plug it in, configure it in the appropriate menu on your Wii and you're good to go.

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