>I am using the same setup just described in my office. Please note that the max 802.11g speed is 54mbs on the wireles side. THe 100mbs is on the hardwired side. Receiption through walls is not great, don't expect the full data rate. Upstairs / downstairs works better than room to room.

So, we're loosing bandwith capability when going wireless. It is also good to know that considerations of locations may apply.

>BUT, in summary - it beats having to hardcable my laptop into the network each time I move it.

Yes, and talk about having the laptop to watch ESPN sport results in the living room when watching the hockey game. :)

>1) Watch for firmware upgrades as 802.11g is DRAFT. The out of the box firmware has been upgraded in the last 3 weeks and that upgrade makes a significant performance improvement.

What should I look for exactly on the box when purchasing it in order to assure I have the latest?

>2) if you mix the WRT54G router/access point into an existing network remember to set the IP address of the box to something you can reach. Otherwise, once you plug it in the network you will not be able to reconfigure it - in particular its wireless features.

So, if I understand correctly, at first, you connect a cable to it to configure it. Then, you go wireless. But, if you wish, you can still connect directly to fix a setting, right? That would assume those wireless network card do support a twisted connection, right?

You also mention WRT54G. In the other message, I've been suggested two links. Which one is the best to look for?