Startech PCI Express Wireless N Adapter Card
Product Info
The PEX300WN2X2 PCI Express Wireless N Card (PCIe x1) adds high speed wireless network connectivity to almost any PCI Express-enabled desktop/workstation PC. Using a 2T2R (2 Transmitter/2 Receiver) design over the 2.4GHz frequency, this PCIe wireless card provides up to 300Mbps of data bandwidth over an 802.11n network, while improving signal reception and range.
Backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (11/54Mbps), this WiFi N adapter offers a versatile wireless networking solution with support for standard and advanced security options such as WEP, WPA and WPA2, along with wireless Quality of Service (QoS) support and quick and easy setup through WPS.
This easy-to-install PCI Express 2.0 card is backed by StarTech.com's 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, making for an excellent wireless upgrade or first-time setup option.
Features
- PCI Express 2.0 and 802.11n compliance ensure a fast, reliable wireless-N network connection, while still being able to connect to older wireless b/g networks
- Support for the latest wireless network security protocols and QoS, ensures a safe and efficient network experience
- Includes both a full and low profile/half-height bracket for installation into any sized desktop computer
Applications
- Add wireless-N networking capabilities to a PCI Express-enabled desktop PC
- Connect a remote workstation PC to a wireless-N network, in environments where running network cables is not feasible
Specifications
Interface | Wireless Ethernet |
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Bus Type | PCI Express |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
Industry Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE802.11n |
Chipset ID | Ralink RT5392 |
Connectors | 2 - RP-SMA (Coax; Reverse Polarity SubMiniature A) Female |
Bandwidth | 20/40 MHz |
Frequency Range | 2.4 GHz ~ 2.484 GHz |
Max Data Transfer Rate | 802.11n: 300 Mbps |
Supported Protocols | CSMA/CA |
Full Duplex Support | Yes |
Modulation | OFDM / DSSS / DBPSK / DQPSK / CCK |
Security Features | TKIP/AES WEP Data Encryption WPA Data Encryption |
OS Compatibility | Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64) Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2003(32/64) Linux 2.6.32 |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
Dimensions | 3 x 1.9 x 0.7 inches 75 x 49 x 18 mm |
Weight | 1.3 oz 37 g |