I've been reviewing the latest Dana by Alphasmart, and I'm quite impressed with the device (see my upcoming MemoWare Features review). However, I sorely missed not having Wi-Fi. I like many others have been waiting for the promised wireless version of the Dana by Alphasmart. Well, it turns out, I don't have to wait any longer. With the latest ROM update (1.2), you can go wireless now with a number of available USB wireless adpaters. I am using a Microsoft USB Wireless Adapter, and it worked flawlessly the first time I tried to connect. The setup was extremely simple (I mean really simple). I installed SnapperMail and Blazer, and both programs worked great. Besides, MS MN-510, you can also use any of the following adapters: D-Link DWL120, Samsung WL-S150k, or US Robotics USR1120.
I'm not ready to say good-bye to my ThinkPad yet, but more and more I'll be leaving it behind and just carrying the Dana with me.
Hi Ken,
Could you tell me the name of the adapter you bought?
Much Thanks,
Nancy Gardner+
Hi Ken,
Could you tell me the name of the adapter you bought?
Much Thanks,
Nancy Gardner
It's Microsoft USB Wireless Adapter. MS-MN 510. I just saw a $10 rebate going on right now for this adapter.
Hi there,
Does the light on the ms-mn510 stay on when plugged into the DANA. It does in a regular pc.
Thanks,
Allen
Yes, they do. When they connect wirelessly the wireless light comes on. When you connect the adapter, the power light comes on as well.