D-Link Xtreme N Wireless-N Desktop Card

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MODEL- DWA-552 VENDOR- D-LINK

FEATURES- Xtreme N Desktop Adapter
The D-Link Xtreme N Desktop Adapter (DWA-552) is a draft 802.11n
wireless client that delivers unrivaled wireless performance for
your desktop computer. This wireless adapter delivers up to 14x
faster speeds and 6x farther range than 802.11g while staying
backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b networks. Once
connected, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, photos,
files, music, videos, printers, and storage.
Includes Xtreme N Desktop Adapter, Quick Installation Guide, CD-ROM
(Installation Wizard, Drivers, Product Documentation).
* GET CONNECTED, STAY CONNECTED
The Xtreme N Desktop Adapter is powered by Xtreme N technology to
provide superior wireless reception in your home or office. This adapter
is designed for use in larger homes and offices, or for users running
multiple bandwidth-intensive applications. This adapter enables you to
simultaneously make or receive Internet phone calls (VoIP), surf the
Web, transfer files, and stream High-Definition (HD) media when
connected to an Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655). The DWA-552 supports
WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption that allow you to connect securely to a
wireless network.
* EASY TO SETUP, EASY TO USE
D-Link's Quick Adapter Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the
installation process. Configure this notebook adapter without having to
call a networking expert to help you. The D-Link Wireless Manager is
also included with this product to keep track of all your most
frequently accessed networks so that you can join them quickly and
easily.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security, the D-Link
Xtreme N Desktop Adapter (DWA-552) is the best choice for easily adding
or upgrading wireless connectivity to your notebook computer.
* XTREME N ADAPTER BENEFITS
- Delivers up to 14x faster speeds and 6x farther range than 802.11g.
- Xtreme N technology enables HD video streaming, file sharing, enhanced
Internet phone calling (VoIP), and surfing the Web.
- Access secure wireless networks using advanced WEP, WPA, or WPA2
encryption.
- Easy to install and use with D-Link's Quick Adapter Setup Wizard.
- Backward compatible with existing 802.11g and 802.11b networks.

-- SPECIFICATIONs -----------------------------------
STANDARDS - IEEE 802.11n (draft), IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b
INTERFACE/BUS- 32-bit PCI
FREQUENCY - 2.4GHz to 2.4835GHz
SECURITY - Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA, WPA2)
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
INDICATORS - LEDs for Link, Activity
REQUIREMENTS - Computer with: Windows XP SP2 or Windows 2000 SP4
CD-ROM Drive
20MB Hard Disk Space
32-bit PCI Slot
APPROVALS - FCC B, CE
DIMENSIONS - 3.8"w x 0.1"h x 4.7"d WT.- 0.2 lbs.
www.dlink.com
tech@irvine.dlink.com

Specification	Description
Model	DWA-552, DWA552
UPC	790069298578
Interface	32-bit PCI
Network Type	Wireless 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n
Wireless Technology	IEEE 802.11b/g
Wireless Transmission Speed	54Mbps

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"I have a media PC downstairs and my wireless router is upstairs. I previously had some cheapie card in my PC which couldn't even get a signal from the upstairs router. I am transitioning to a wireless-N network in order to stream HD content to and from various sources. My first step was to upgrade the PC's card. Installation was a breeze. Windows XP autodetected it and prompted for the CD as usual. A single rest..." Read Full Review »

Oct 12, 2007 by stringplucker

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"I bought 2 of these adapters and the D-Link Xtreme N Wireless router a little over a month ago. I installed both onto machines running Windows XP SP2. I immediately started having performance problems with the machine with the slower processor. I upgraded to the Dlink 1.3 drivers which solved the performance issue but BROKE Dlink's own connection manager software. Eventually the only was I could get a WPA2 conne..." Read Full Review »

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"I purchased 2 of these cards and the D-Link DIR-655 wireless router to maximize my Draft N experience. I've read reviews both negative and positive, and I experienced some of the same problems as others did. On Vista, I had to use the standard driver that came with the card, XPHE I had to use the la …" Read Full Review »

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"This card works well, it also works smooth. However it is not as great as I had hoped. I upgraded from a Wireless G Linksys which got 3 bars in my basement and assumed that this with its triple antennae would be at least as good with my router. I dropped 2 bars. So I only had one bar.

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"This is my first wireless networking endeavor, and it's been a whole lot easier then I thought it was going to be. I read the reviews on here (bestbuy.com) before buying the products that I bought, and thank god I did!

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