Fountain Valley, Calif.-based D-Link began shipping Thursday new wireless antennas designed to expand the range of wireless networks in small and home offices.
The D-Link 2.4GHz Omni-Directional (ANT24-0400) and 2.4GHz Directional (DWL-M60AT) antennas work with existing D-Link 802.11b/g wireless networking products and are priced at $29.99 and $39.99, respectively.
D-Link's announcement follows Linksys' release of a new line of 802.11b/g high-gain wireless networking antennas, also designed to increase signal and range for existing small- and home-office wireless networks. . (See related story.)
The new D-Link high-gain indoor antennas can be connected to a variety of D-Link wireless PCI adapters, routers and access points and also support SMA connectors. Each includes a conversion adapter for other networking devices and a stand for mounting on a wall or other indoor surface.
The ANT24-0400 is designed to provide 360 degrees of increased wireless signal range and reduce dead spots in wireless coverage. The DWL-M60AT is designed to provide extended wireless signal range in a concentrated direction.
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