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Xtreme N Pcie Adapterx$74.53
  (9 reviews)
Best Price: $99.99 $74.53
The D-Link Xtreme N PCI Express 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. 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.
MPN: DWA-556 - UPC: 790069300325
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Customer Reviews
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Does not work
By A2J427YKNDISZP on 2007-05-31
Only works in G mode with Vista. Spent most of 2 days on phones with technical service, could not get to work with Vista-32 or Vista-64 in N mode. Might work with XP?
EASY INSTALLATION, FAST & RELIABLE CONNECTION
By A1VKHHX34I1P2U on 2008-03-20
Installed with Windows Vista 32 Business SP1
Immediately recognized, best connection ever.
Do not use D_Link driver, just make sure you are connected to Internet via LAN and the OS will automatically choose the driver.
Seems to work well with XP and 802.11n draft 2.0n compatible
By A3VTUSSINQF4E on 2007-06-27
This is one of the few PCIe wifi cards on the market and it is draft 2.0 802.11n compatible as well (with latest firmware update).
After my neighbor installed a pre-draft 2.0 802.11n access point (which was blowing my connection out of the water on a regular basis) I purchased this card to replace a 802.11G ethernet bridge I had been using for the past few years. This new adapter seems to be solid and gives better throughput as well.
I recommend this product to anyone with a legacy-free desktop (i.e. no standard PCI slots) who wants a draft 2.0 802.11n wifi adapter.
Not That Great
By A271Q1WYCL1ELT on 2007-07-15
I purchased this unit with the matching Extreme N DIR-655 D-Link router and was very disappointed. It does not work that well for streaming video and rarely has a solid connection. I was getting about -20MBS on average about 150' away. If you are looking for something that actually works try checking out Panasonic's BL-PA100KTA power line networking solution. The Panasonic solved all of my problems, is super easy to install and provides a fast link (at least in my case).
This card works for me and my VIsta system
By A1R377IPZOKLMM on 2008-04-12
I bought this card for my Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit system - it seemed like a great way to use the PCIe x1 slot. It installed very quickly and easily with no issues. It found my Dlink DIR-655 router right away with no setup or driver issues. It is only about 15' from the router but there is a wall in between; my measured speeds through the Dlink interface are 100% signal and 300MBPS rate. Also, just a warning - use the Dlink supplied drivers in the box & at their website with Vista and NOT the ones from Windows Update - those have messed up my system requiring a System Restore.
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| Product Features |
- 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 new Quick Adapter Setup Wizard
- Backward compatible with an existing 802.11g and 802.11b network
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