Users still on 700.523 should upgrade to:
If you are currently fighting with a mysterious USB dongle that Windows refuses to handle properly, download version 700.523 (ensuring it's from a reputable driver archive or your adapter's original disc), follow the installation guide above, and take back control of your wireless network. The green globe icon in your system tray is still, for many users, the most reliable symbol of a stable internet connection. Realtek 11n usb wireless lan utility version 700 523
| Feature | Realtek Utility 700.523 | Windows 7 Native | |--------|----------------------|------------------| | | Yes (stable) | No (requires 3rd party) | | 40MHz channel | Configurable | Auto (hidden) | | Site survey speed | 3-5 sec refresh | 15-30 sec | | WPS PIN | Full support | Limited | | BSOD risk | Medium | Low | | Power saving | Poor (USB selective suspend often broken) | Good | Users still on 700