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D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

Model #: DLK   DWA556


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• 14x faster than 802.11g
• 6x farther than 802.11g
• Create a shared network
• Great wireless reception
• WEP/WPA™/WPA2™ encryption
• Easy setup

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Product description

D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

Features

Desktop adapter: The D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express (PCIe) Desktop Adapter (DWA-556) is a draft 802.11n wireless client that delivers unrivaled wireless performance for your PCI Express-enabled desktop computer. The PCIe interface provides superior performance over a standard PCI interface.

Faster and farther: 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.

Shared network: Once connected, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, photos, files, music, videos, printers and storage.

Get connected, stay connected: The Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter is powered by Xtreme N technology and boasts three external antennas 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.

Security: The DWA-556 supports WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption that allow you to connect securely to a wireless network.

Easy setup: D-Link’s Quick Adapter Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process. Configure this desktop adapter without having to call a networking expert to help you.

Additional features: 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).

System requirements:
Windows® XP SP2/2000 SP4
CD-ROM Drive
20MB Hard Disk Space
x1 PCI Express Slot

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Specifications

D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

General features

Wired or wireless Wireless
Wireless technology Draft N
UPC 790069300325
Manufacturer's part number DWA556

Dimensions

Height 0.1 inches
Width 2.7 inches
Depth 4.7 inches
Weight 0.31

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Customer ratings and reviews

D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

Average customer ratings
Based on 1 ratings

Ease of use
5.0
Performance
5.0
Ease of installation
5.0
Cost-Benefit
5.0
Overall rating
5.0

Most helpful review (based on customer feedback)

Ease of use
5
Performance
5
Ease of installation
5
Cost-Benefit
5
Overall rating
5.0

Solid/Stable Performance, PCI Express (PCIe) connectivity
Reviewer: Steve from Chester, VA on Jan 20, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful

I purchased this adapter for a Dell XPS200 (SSF) PC that required a PCI Express (PCIe) connector. It is paired with the D-Link DIR-655 Draft-N gigabit router. It has worked flawless from the date of install. Orignally, I was running Windows XP MCE, butrecently upgraded to Windows Vista - the drivers for both versions have been very stable.

Wireless connectivity has been rock solid compared to my previous setup of 802.11g, which would drop out occasionally. This setup has definately resolved the random dead/low zones within my house. Transfer rates have improved by ~3X from the previous 'G' network.

This is definately worth purchasing if you require a PCI Express (PCIe) connector and need improved performance over 802.11g.

The DIR-655 has been rock solid as well.

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Also in the box

D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

• Installation CD
• Quick installation guide

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Warranty information

D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter

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