The Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter from Buffalo is a PCI Express expansion card that adds draft 802.11n and 802.11g wireless networking capabilities to your computer. When used with other draft 802.11n equipment the card can transfer data at speeds up to 14 times those of 802.11g. It is also fully backwards compatible with older 54 Mbps 802.11g and 11 Mbps 802.11b hardware. This adapter is a convenient way to add wireless networking capability to your desktop PC.
Wireless Convenience
Adding a wireless card to your computer allows for an easier network setup in your home or office. When used in conjunction with a wireless router you can share a broadband Internet connection wirelessly among the computers in your household. You'll even be able to stream media from your computer to your television by adding a wireless media center to your home theatre.
Draft 802.11n Speed
The draft 802.11n protocol allows for speeds of up to 14 times faster than 802.11g. It also allows for increased ranges, up to six times the distance, than 802.11g. The card is also fully compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices at slower speeds.
Secure
The card supports up WEP, WPA and WPA2 wireless encryption. This ensures that the data you transmit over your wireless network remains private. The card supports standard security protocols, allowing you to communicate securely with devices from other manufacturers.