The New Wireless-N Upgrade Kit (WNEB3100) Includes NETGEAR's 5GHz
Wireless-N Access Point and RangeMax Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter
Enabling Users to Instantly Add 5GHz Wireless-N and Upgrade a Computer
Without Disrupting the Existing Network
SAN JOSE, Calif., July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NETGEAR, Inc.
(Nasdaq: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically advanced, branded
networking solutions, today announced the launch of the Wireless-N Upgrade
Kit (WNEB3100), a Plug-and-Play solution that makes it fast and easy for
users to add 5GHz Wireless-N access to any existing network and upgrade a
computer to dual-band Wireless-N to deliver the faster speeds and more
reliable connections enabled by 5GHz 802.11n technology.
The Wireless-N Upgrade Kit, which includes the NETGEAR 5GHz Wireless-N
HD Access Point (WNHDE111) and RangeMax(TM) Dual-Band Wireless-N Adapter
(WNDA3100), enables users to quickly and easily add 5GHz 802.11n to their
existing wired or wireless networks. By simply plugging the WNHDE111 into
an existing router or gateway (router with integrated modem), users can
immediately take advantage of the enhanced performance delivered by 5GHz
Wireless-N technology, using the less-congested 5GHz band to provide more
channels to deliver faster speeds and more reliable wireless connections.
Adding the Wireless-N Upgrade Kit to an existing 802.11b/g network will
create a dual-band network capable of supporting any Wi-Fi-compliant
computer or device. While laptops with embedded Wireless-N will natively
connect at the highest possible Wireless-N speeds, the RangeMax Dual Band
Wireless-N Adapter provides a boost in wireless performance to desktops and
older laptop computers.
Equipped with industry-standard Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and
pre-configured security, the Wireless-N Upgrade Kit utilizes NETGEAR's
"Push 'N' Connect" function which eliminates the need to enter pass codes
or long encryption keys and makes it quick and simple to establish secure,
reliable communications with any WPS-enabled device. The Wireless-N Upgrade
Kit supports automatic Quality of Service (QoS) to ensure superior
performance for voice, video and gaming applications.
"The Wireless-N Upgrade kit enables customers with existing gateways
and routers from their ISPs to easily add the performance benefits of 5GHz
Wireless-N to their networks by simply connecting the kit to their existing
wireless equipment, eliminating the need to re-wire, reconfigure or replace
any existing equipment," explained Som Pal Choudhury, Senior Product Line
Manager for Advanced Wireless at NETGEAR. "The bandwidth limitations of the
802.11g standard, combined with the ever-increasing level of RF
interference generated in the home and small business environments by
wireless networks, devices and appliances operating in the 2.4GHz frequency
band, are creating significant performance challenges for
bandwidth-intensive applications operating across 802.11g wireless
networks. The Wireless-N Upgrade kit delivers a high-performance wireless
network that offers more channels in a less-congested frequency band to
deliver the faster speeds and more reliable connections required for
applications such as Internet telephony, high- definition video streaming
and online gaming. In addition, the kit upgrades a computer to dual-band
Wireless-N so consumers can get the maximum benefit of 5 GHz Wireless-N
technology, as well as continue to support existing legacy products."
5GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge (WNHDE111)
The NETGEAR 5GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge (WNHDE111) can be
used as a standalone bridge or can function as a 5GHz Wireless-N access
point when connected to an existing router or gateway. When wired to any
existing 802.11b/g wireless router, the WNHDE111 adds high-performance 5GHz
Wireless-N access-point capability to establish a dual-band network that
supports new dual-band Wireless-N clients as well as legacy 802.11b/g
clients, enabling users to add to any existing network the performance
necessary to enable HD video streaming or lag-free gaming over the Wi-Fi
compliant 5GHz 802.11n draft 2.0. The WNHDE111 can also act as a bridge to
connect game consoles or media receivers such as the NETGEAR Digital
Entertainer HD to a dual-band Wireless-N router like the RangeMax Dual Band
Wireless-N Router (WNDR3300).
The WNHDE111 uses the 5GHz Wireless-N band enabling it to avoid
interference and deliver more reliable, faster connections, while an
internal array of six Smart Antennas maximizes performance and range of the
access point. Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures lag-free gaming,
jitter-free streaming of high-definition video content, and crystal clear
Internet telephony calls. The WNHDE111 supports a wireless "ad-hoc" mode
for wireless LAN peer-to-peer gaming, and multicast point-to-multi-point
high-definition video streaming.
RangeMax Wireless-N Dual Band USB Adapter (WNDA3100)
The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter (WNDA3100) enables
users to upgrade their notebook or desktop PCs to dual-band Wireless-N
delivering more wireless channels, less interference and better
connections. The adapter is backward compatible with older 802.11g
equipment and provides enough bandwidth to support music downloads, file
sharing, and high-definition multimedia applications.
The WNDA3100 utilizes patented metamaterial micro-antennas to provide
better speed and range than other 802.11n adapters to provide reliable
connectivity to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wireless-N channels.
The NETGEAR Wireless-N Upgrade Kit (WNEB3100) is backed by a one-year
warranty and 24/7 technical support, and is available worldwide via select
retailers, direct marketers, e-commerce sites, and value-added resellers at
a retail price in the U.S. of $149.
About NETGEAR, Inc.
NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) designs technologically advanced, branded
networking solutions that address the specific needs of small and medium
business and home users. The company's product offerings enable users to
share Internet access, peripherals, files, digital multimedia content and
applications among multiple personal computers and other Internet-enabled
devices. As an ENERGY STAR(R) partner, NETGEAR offers products that prevent
greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications
set by the U.S. government. NETGEAR is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif.
For more information, visit the company's Web site at
http://www.netgear.com or call (408) 907-8000.
(C) 2008 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR(R), RangeMax and the NETGEAR Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject
to change without notice. All rights reserved. Actual data throughput will
vary from maximum signal rates stipulated. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building
materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data
throughput.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform
Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Specifically, statements concerning the expected performance
characteristics, specifications, market acceptance, market growth, specific
uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR's products and
technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe
Harbor. These statements are based on management's current expectations and
are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without
limitation, the following: the actual price, performance and ease of use of
NETGEAR's products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use
requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by
real world operating conditions; new viruses or Internet threats may
develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR's
products; the ability of NETGEAR to market and sell its products and
technology; the impact and pricing of competing products; and the
introduction of alternative technological solutions. Further information on
potential risk factors that could affect NETGEAR and its business are
detailed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties
listed in the section entitled "Part II - Item 1A. Risk Factors", pages 23
through 34, in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal
quarter ended March 30, 2008, filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission on May 9, 2008. NETGEAR undertakes no obligation to release
publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein
to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the
occurrence of unanticipated events.
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