NetGear FA511

Pros: Dongle-free; status light; large head allows for easy RJ-45 cable insertion.

Cons: N/a

The Bottom Line: If you are searching for a low cost, reliable, versatile, plug-n-play, easy to configure, PC CardBus NIC, then look no future then the Netgear FA511.

Review: There was a time when the lowly notebook computer was considered a mere adjunct to the all-powerful desktop workstation machine. Entry into the true road-warrior /desktop replacement notebook arena with all of its associate bells & whistles carried...

Pros: Dongleless, documentation included, price

Cons: Card extends out of PC card slot bay

The Bottom Line: At this price point, it's a fantastic value.

Review: After buying a laptop without an integrated NIC card, I needed a PC card ethernet adapter. In the past I've used Belkin and Intel products which were a pain as they used a dongle, a small cord which connects to the card and has a network cable plug...