d-link dwa-160 xtreme n duo dual band draft 802.11 n usb adapter
the d-link xtreme n dual band usb adapter dwa-160 is designed for users looking to get a reliable wireless connection that can handle high-definition hd video streams throughout the house . this is achieved by using the dwa-160 together with an 11n dual band router d-link dir-855 or dir-825 recommended . key features see larger image . wireless n connectivity for superior wireless performance clarity and coverage dual-band wireless n connectivity for enhanced throughput wi-fi protected setup wps for secure simple 1-button setup backward compatible with 802.11 g devices including game consoles and digital media players access a secure wireless network using advanced wpa or wpa2 encryption benefits of dual band the dual band n technology in the dwa-160 supports selectable 2.4 ghz or 5 ghz wireless signals . this allows you to check e-mail and browse the internet using the 2.4 ghz band or stream hd movies and other media on the 5 ghz band . the 5 ghz wireless band is the best technology available for wirelessly streaming hd videos across your network . it achieves this by operating in a clear wireless band to help avoid interference that may slow down and limit the range of current wireless technologies like 802.11 g . the dwa-160 is also backward compatible to 802.11 g which means it can be used in existing 802.11 g networks . easy to set up easy to use the d-link quick adapter setup wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process . configure this usb adapter without having to call a networking expert to help you . the dwa-160 features a wi-fi protected setup wps push button for easy connection to a wireless network . the d-link wireless manager is also included with this product to keep track of 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 dual band usb adapter dwa-160 is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your pc . what is dual band n dual band n is the latest addition to the award-winning xtreme n product family . the dual band technology in the dwa-160 supports 2.4 ghz or 5 ghz wireless signals . this allows you to check e-mail and browse the internet using the 2.4 ghz band or stream hd movies and other media on the 5 ghz band . the 5 ghz band helps avoid interference by providing a clearer wireless band for hd file streaming . what s in the box xtreme n dual band usb adapter usb extension cradle quick installation guide cd-rom with installation wizard and product documentation maximum wireless signal rate derived from ieee standard 802.11 g 802.11 a and 802.11 n specifications . actual data throughput will vary . network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate . environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range . wireless range and speed rates are d-link relative performance measurements based on the wireless range and speed rates of a standard wireless g product from d-link . maximum throughput based on d-link 802.11 n devices . wi-fi protected setup wps push button available on hardware version a2 .