D-Link Xtreme N DWA-552 Desktop Adapter - DWA-552

Product Summary

Manufacturer: D-Link

Mfg Part#: DWA-552

UPC: 00790069298578

Buy.com Sku: 203403656

Item#: C2V7TK

Buy.com Sales Rank: 3294

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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.

The Xtreme N 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. 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.

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.

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 desktop computer.

Connects your desktop computer to a wireless network and access a high-speed Internet connection, transfer files, and stream media from greater distances around your entire home or office.

Features

	Draft 802.11n Speeds Up to 14x Faster than Wireless G
	Wirelessly Stream HD Video, Share Files, and Go Online
	Enable Superior Reception from Farther Distances
	Backward Compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b Networks

Tech Specs

	Package Contents		Xtreme N DWA-552 Desktop AdapterQuick Installation GuideCD-ROM with (Installation Wizard, Drivers, Product Documentation)
	Manufacturer		D-Link Systems, Inc
	Host Interface		PCI
	Wireless Technology		Wi-Fi - IEEE 802.11b/g
	Standard Warranty		1 Year(s) Limited
	Frequency Band/Bandwidth		2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g ISM Band
	Manufacturer Part Number		DWA-552
	Dimensions		3.8" Height x 4.7" Width x 0.1" Thickness
	System Requirements		CD-ROM20MB Hard Disk Space
	Manufacturer Website Address		www.dlink.com
	Product Line		Xtreme N
	Compatibility		Microsoft Windows XP SP2Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4
	Weight		0.2 lb
	Transmission Speed		54 Mbps
	Certifications & Standards		CEWi-FiFCC Class BIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11n (draft)
	Transmission Speed Details		54Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 6Mbps IEEE 802.11g 11Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b 1Mbps IEEE 802.11b
	Product Model		DWA-552
	Product Name		Xtreme N DWA-552 Desktop Adapter
	Wireless Security		Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2)WEP

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Customer Reviews

Value	4
Performance	4
Ease of Use	4
Overall Satisfaction	4

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5 of 5 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - Finally able to connect to my Saturday, April 18, 2009
Matt from Greensboro, NC

I had a PC upstairs at the far end of my house that could not connect to my network. My house has very tall ceilings and uses steel beams between the floors for support. I have tried several products including NetGear and Linksys cards and wireless routers to no avail. I bought this network card and a D-Link Xtreme wireless router and now, my computer is finally on my network. The signal meter shows only a couple of bars, but the speed is great and it works perfectly. I WOULD MOST DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT. I rarely write reviews for my purchases and like most consumers, the ones I do write are probably mostly for products that I buy that don't work well. I felt the need to write up a good review for this product in these economic times because I want D-Link to continue making this product. If you need to connect long distances and/or through walls and floors with a lot of interference, you definitely have to try this.

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5 of 5 Works like a charm! Thursday, December 11, 2008
Z from San Jose, CA

Excellent performance. I didn't even need to use the external antenna I purchased (although I do plan to move this computer a bit away from the D-Link wireless router I have, so may need it then). It is working perfectly fine with a D-Link DIR-655 that I have! Installation was easy, it auto connects when the PC is rebooted, etc. Transparent operation under Windows Vista.

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5 of 5 Easy to install, works great, good software Friday, December 05, 2008
Idahed from Boise, ID

This was an add-on to a recently purchased DIR-655 Xtreme N router and DWA-652 Cardbus N card, which I installed in my laptop. I liked the performance so well, I bought the DWA-552 for my desktop. I use them for a home office and personal use. I wouldn't have believed it, but the wireless performance is better than my ethernet hardwire! I had to bridge my Netopia 3347 router/modem to connect the DIR-655. D-Link support was excellent! The D-Link Quick Install guides are great and get to the point, providing step by step instructions to get things running. The only hassle was when the software asks for the SSID. I don't broadcast my SSID, so the software didn't pick it up. But I disabled Windows control, used the D-Link Wireless Manager and it works great! Good products, great help, both written and phone support! Great value! I'm very happy with D-link!

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5 of 5 Works fine for me Friday, June 13, 2008
A Customer from Miami FL

Easy install on Windows Vista 32 bit. Let Vista install the drivers and you use the Vista wireless manager. I added the external antenna (ANT24-0230) to this card and am getting 4 bars out of 6 bars signal. Without the external antenna I was getting 2 bars. My router is not far away but the computer is under a desk so the antenna seems to make a difference. It plays nice with my DIR-655 router. No problems at all so far. I replaced a Linksys wireless G card (also with an external antenna) because that card kept dropping connections all the time. Hopefully this card will keep the conncection for me.

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1 of 5 WiFi Wasteland Wednesday, November 28, 2007
John Sir4man from Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Consumer WiFi stuff is not capable of providing a reliable network. I purchased an entire D-link "n" system, including booster antennas. This stuff just doesn't work all that well. Maybe its my particular home. I sold it all on eBay and wired the house. Now it works ALL the time.

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