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I bought this kit to connect two computers (one running Win2k the other running Win 98) and ADSL internet connection.

When I got it, i opened it up, and was surprised to see it came with Descent 3, detailed manuals for easy installation. But no Win2k drivers included, no problem though I went to there web site and downloaded them in seconds. Installing the NIC in the Win2k system was a breeze. The problem came the my Win98 unit but not because it was Win98 but because it had a AMD chip. After fixing that problem (PCI/IRQ Steering with AMD as stated in the NIC manual if you search) Everything went smooth and can be.

I would have given 5 stars it the AMD problem was more than just a foot note in the manual. All and all one great networking kit at a good price that will allow me to add more computer later.

I transfered a 214 meg file in 1:36 (2255.7 kB/Sec Avg 3191.7kB/Sec max)

After spending several weeks doing my home work I choose Linksys FESWSK5 switched 10/100. I am connecting two computers one with pentium 233 and the 2nd with an Amd k6/450 3d processor. Knowing a litte about computers and how to find the drivers on a cd or a floopy helps.I did not have any trouble with setting up either computer. the AMD computer also has a high speed network card in it as well, I thought that I might have trouble with the cable modem and network card but I did not.I would recommend that you spend the time to do your home work, on the type of network you want, and spend a little extra money for the network switched 10/100 instead of the network hub. I think that even A first time user could get their network up and running if they brought this network in a box.

The solution to my office! I finally wired the 4 PC's at my office to share a cable modem, lasser printers and other files. I made the installation my self in minutes! saving me a lots of bucks! No Hardware or software problems with different brand and speeds PC's. Easy to install and fast as the speed of light!

For once, I was actually completely happy with a computer product bought retail. I put it on 2 machines running win98 and it went literally without problem. The kit provides you with all the hardware, software, and manuals that any semi-computer literate person will need. I highly recommend this product to anybody who has need for a stable and easy to install network. Not to mention it's really fast.

This is really an excellent package. I wanted to note that the picture you see on Amazon.com is of version 1.0 of this set, but you'll actually receive version 2.0 (newer blue hub, lots of extra software including Activision's Soldier of Fortune game). This kit is perfect for sharing a DSL connection, and I had it up and running in no time.