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D-Link Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter

D-Link Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter

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The D-Link Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter 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 speeds1 and 6x farther range1 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. This adapter is designed for use in larger homes and offices, or for users running multiple bandwidth-intensive applications.

Main Features

  • Manufacturer: D-Link Systems, Inc
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DWA-556
  • Manufacturer Website Address: www.dlink.com
  • Frequency Band/Bandwidth Details: 2.4 GHz 2.4835 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g ISM Band
  • Transmission Speed: 54Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b/g, 6Mbps IEEE 802.11g, 11Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b, 1Mbps IEEE 802.11b
  • Host Interface: PCI Express x1
  • Dimensions: 2.7" Height x 4.7" Width x 0.1" Thickness
  • Weight: 0.31 lb
  • Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited

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  • General Information
  • Manufacturer: D-Link Systems, Inc
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DWA-556
  • Manufacturer Website Address: www.dlink.com
  • Product Line: Xtreme N
  • Product Model: DWA-556

    Wireless Specifications
  • Wireless Technology: IEEE 802.11b/g
  • Frequency Band/Bandwidth: 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g ISM Band
  • Antenna: 3 x External
  • Transmission Speed: 54Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b/g, 6Mbps IEEE 802.11g, 11Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b, 1Mbps IEEE 802.11b
  • Wireless Security:
  • Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
  • Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA, WPA2)

    Interfaces/Ports
  • Host Interface: PCI Express x1

    Controls/Indicators
  • Status Indicators:

    LED: Activity



    Physical Characteristics
  • Dimensions: 2.7" Height x 4.7" Width x 0.1" Thickness
  • Shipping Dimensions: 6.6" Height x 9.3" Width x 1.4" Thickness
  • Weight: 0.31 lb
  • Shipping Weight: 0.74 lb

    Miscellaneous
  • Package Contents:
  • Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • CD-ROM with
    • Installation Wizard
    • Drivers
    • Product Documentation
    • Additional Information:

      Fits any standard PCI Express slot - x1, x4, x8, or x16

    • System Requirements:

      Computer with:

    • CD-ROM
    • 20MB Hard Disk Space
    • x1 PCI Express Slot

    • Compatibility:
    • Microsoft Windows XP SP2
    • Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4
    • Xtreme N Gigabit Router (DIR-655)
    • Certifications & Standards:
    • IEEE 802.11n (Draft)
    • IEEE 802.11g
    • IEEE 802.11b
    • FCC Class B
    • IC Class B
    • CE
    • Platform Support: PC

      Warranty
    • Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited
  • Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • CD-ROM with
    • Installation Wizard
    • Drivers
    • Product Documentation
  • D-Link Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter Reviews


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    1.0

    dubious at best

    By NHA

    from Switzerland

    About Me High bandwidth user

    Pros

    • Secure Connection

    Cons

    • Difficult To Setup
    • Slow Connection Speed
    • Unreliable connection

    Best Uses

      Comments about D-Link Xtreme N DWA-556 PCI Express Desktop Adapter:

      Under Linux it seemed to work OK, though I didn't test it extensively.

      Barely usable under Windoze XP SP3; very weak signal and low thruput. So much for "... unrivaled wireless performance ..."

      The latest drivers are completely broken; Windoze won't even boot with them installed.

      The manager doesn't remember the password, forcing my family to re-enter it for every boot up.

      My old (MSI) 802.11g PCI card in the next slot gets excellent signal strength, has about 4x the thruput, and just works.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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