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| From: Microsoft Software
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $78.99
You Save: $21.00 (21%)
New (52) Used (11) from $66.49
Rating:  311 reviews
Sales Rank: 34
Platform: Xbox 360
Media: Video Game
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Age: 5 - 20 years
Operating System: Xbox 360
Connectivity: 3.0 V TTL
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 9 x 7.2 x 2
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: B4B00009
Model: 882224035682
UPC: 882224035682
EAN: 0882224035682
ASIN: B000B6MLV4
Release Date: November 15, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: New. Does not come in orginal packaging. Ships out immediately. Customer satisfaction is our goal. We offer a 7 day return policy on anything that is defective or grossly misadvertised. Make contact within 7 days and receive a full refund. You will also be reimbursed for the return shipping. There is a 15% restocking fee for all orders cancelled by buyer or returned non-defective. International/APO/FPO/PO addresses are welcome here. Bulk discounts are also available. Orders are shipped via USPS First class mail (1-7 days). Expediated is available on select items and are shipped via USPS Priority Mail (1-3 days). Gaming Consoles are shipped via UPS Ground (1-6) insured. Tracking is available on UPS shipped orders. All orders are shipped within 2 days from Iowa.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Wireless is the way to go November 21, 2006
JMotts (Philadelphia)
25 out of 26 found this review helpful
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.
 Priced for Failure December 31, 2007
Pecos Bill (Gaithersburg, MD United States)
18 out of 30 found this review helpful
I do not own this product and I never will because I found a much cheaper alternative. I mark it 1 star for the price. Instead I bought the Logitech "XBox Play Link" (also sold on Amazon) which is a wireless ethernet bridge adapter, currently costs less than half as much as this product and works great. There is no reason for anyone to buy this overpriced adapter.
It's absurd that the XBox 360 Wireless Network Adapter costs over twice as much as any other namebrand wireless network adapter and it's even more absurd that this is the ONLY wireless adapter the 360 supports. I tried others, they don't work and the 360 website specifically states that this is the only supported adapter.
Search for "wireless bridge adapter" and get one of those instead. Bridge adapaters are sold as pairs -- one plugs into your XBox ethernet, the other plugs into your router ethernet -- and they communicate wirelessly while the XBox thinks it's using ethernet.
Works Well - Keeps Area Clear of Cables November 27, 2005
Lisa Shea
16 out of 31 found this review helpful
The XBox 360 comes with network capability built in, including a network plug socket. The wireless adapter lets you connect to XBox Live without a cable.
This wireless adapter is custom made for the XBox 360, and works on the USB port. The XBox 360 only has 2 USB ports, so this means if you plug the wireless connector into one, you only have 1 free for wired connectors or other devices.
This wireless adapter lets you connect to any existing wireless network in your home that uses either 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Wireless A/B/G signals. Note that the wireless adapter merely sends signals to your existing wireless receiver. You have to already have a receiver running with a wireless network internet connection, to have this adapter "listen in" on.
Also note that the XBox 360 comes with a regular network port in it. That means if you already have a wireless network bridge for your other gaming systems, you can easily plug your XBox 360 into that bridge with a cable. The bridge would sit right next to the XBox 360 and transmit the XBox Live signal over to your receiver. This would give you the same connectivity without using up one of your USB ports.
You can get a bridge for similar or perhaps a bit more money - but because it's system independent, you could use it for your PS2 and your XBox as well.
In the end, if the only game system you have in your home is the XBox 360, it might be just as easy to buy this item here specifically made for that unit, to use the USB port. If you have other online game systems, look into one of the bridge options that will work with them all.
Great Product January 15, 2006
16 out of 19 found this review helpful
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.
Any Wireless Bridge Will Work November 26, 2006
Andrew Hale (Oregon USA)
16 out of 18 found this review helpful
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).
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