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ASUS Releases USB-N11 Wireless N USB Adapter

The USB-N11 can provide data transfers of up to 5 times faster throughput (90Mbps) than 11g standards. This is ideal for wireless multimedia streaming, file sharing and online gaming. Being fully certified with 802.11n draft and WiFi Alliance approved, the USB-N11 will also allow easy interoperability with all draft-n 2.0 devices; and it is backward compatible with previous 802.11 b/g standards – allowing users to utilize b/g devices without any compatibility issues. The ASUS USB-N11 comes with a WPS button to simplify setup – allowing users to setup a protected networking environment with ease. All the user has to do is to connect the USB-N11, push the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the adapter and the router, and the set up is done – all without complex configurations. The USB-N11 provides users with versatility and value that can be used across all platforms. The USB-N11 will support the following formats: Windows: Windows 2000/XP/Vista 32/64bit versions; Linux – source code provided for driver build; and MAC: WiFi Utility (Mac 10.3/10.4/10.5) and drivers…

 

World’s First USB Adapter with EZLink (WPS, WiFi Protected Setup)

Create Secure Networks in Just a Buttonpush with ASUS USB-N11 Wireless N USB Adapter

Catering to users who require a convenient way to quickly create a protected wireless network that allows fast data transfers, ASUS, producer of top-notch wireless devices, has released the new ASUS USB-N11 wireless N USB adapter. This compact sized marvel allows users to simply push a button* on the adapter and the router to create a protected wireless environment without complicated setups! Additionally, the USB-N11 is fully 802.11n compliant – allowing users to have easy interoperability with all draft-N devices. Last but not least, the USB-N11 supports a whole range of different operating systems that includes Windows, Linux and MAC OS to further provide support for users.
*Note: Router must be WPS enabled to run WPS

 

ASUS USB-N11

ASUS USB-N11

 

High Speed Networking with 802.11n Support
Fully certified with the 802.11n wireless standard, the USB-N11 can provide data transfers of up to 5 times faster throughput (90Mbps) than 11g standards. This is ideal for wireless multimedia streaming, file sharing and online gaming. Being fully certified with 802.11n draft and WiFi Alliance approved, the USB-N11 will also allow easy interoperability with all draft-n 2.0 devices; and it is backward compatible with previous 802.11 b/g standards – allowing users to utilize b/g devices without any compatibility issues.

Easily Setup Secure Networks with ASUS EZLink
Users have always bemoaned the complexity of setting up a protected WiFi network. To aid in this process, the ASUS USB-N11 comes with a WPS button to simplify setup – allowing users to setup a protected networking environment with ease. All the user has to do is to connect the USB-N11, push the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the adapter and the router, and the set up is done – all without complex configurations. Being WiFi alliance WPS certified, this little marvel contains no compatibility and works for any WPS certified router.

Multiple OS support for Easy Networking
With over 70% of Wi-Fi adapters not supporting Linux or Mac operating systems, users often find it frustrating to setup wireless networks with hardware other than PCs – but not anymore. Supporting Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems, the USB-N11 provides users with versatility and value that can be used across all platforms. The USB-N11 will support the following formats: Windows: Windows 2000/XP/Vista 32/64bit versions; Linux – source code provided for driver build; and MAC: WiFi Utility (Mac 10.3/10.4/10.5) and drivers.

Specifications

Host Interface USB2.0
Operating Frequency 2.4 ~ 2.5 GHz
Data Rate 802.11n Draft: up to 150Mbps*
*Note: Actual throughput will vary depending on the wireless environment and other parameters)
802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
Modulation DSSS, OFDM
Network Architecture Types Infrastructure and ad-hoc
Operating Modes 11 for N. America, 14 Japan, 13 Europe (ETSI)
RF Output Power 14 dBm(g mode), 15dBm(b mode), 12 ~ 13dBm(n mode)
Antenna Two on-board PCB antennas
Receiver Sensitivity IEEE 802.11b @ Packet Error Rate: 8% 11 Mbps: = -80dBm
IEEE 802.11g @ Packet Error Rate: 10% 54 Mbps: = -68dBm
IEEE 802.11n HT20: = -64dBm HT40: = -61dBm
DC Power Adapter TX power consumption: 500 mA
RX power consumption: 300 mA
Encryption WEP, 802.1x, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK
Utilities WPS wizard: Configure AP (Registrar) and join WLAN (Enrollee) by PIN and PBC methods
Wireless Setting: Diagnose and configure your wireless networking settings with online troubleshooting feature
Site Survey: Explore your wireless networking topology through a handy way
LED Indicator Link
Button WPS Push Button (PBC Mode) to launch WPS wizard
OS Support Vista (X86/X64), XP (X86/X64), 2000, Linux, Mac, 10.3/10.4/10.5
Size 84mm(L) * 21mm(W) * 11mm(H)

About ASUS

ASUS is a leading company in the new digital era. With a global staff of more than eight thousand and a world-class R&D design team, the company’s turnover for 2007 was 6.9 billion U.S. dollars. ASUS ranks among the top 10 IT companies in BusinessWeek’s “InfoTech 100″, and has been on the listing for 11 consecutive years. ASUS was also selected by the Wall Street Journal Asia as No.1 in quality and service in Taiwan.

More information about ASUS USB-N11 Wireless N USB Adapter can be found at ASUS website


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