D-Link Reveals Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge
Looking to expand your home network? Love streaming media? You're in
luck. D-Link has just announced their new Wireless N Dual Band
MediaBridge, also known as the DAP-1513. The device is meant to bridge a
wireless signal from either a 2.4GHz o a 5GHz network quicky and
easily, enabling consumers to expand their wireless home network by connecting up to four additional
devices – ideal for a variety of network-connected devices for streaming
HD videos, playing online games and sharing media.
You'll find four Ethernet ports, an 802.11n module and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for push-button security and top-of-the-line encryption from possible Internet threats. It's available at $119.99 -- a stiff price to pay, but would you really rather have network cables strewn across your home?
You'll find four Ethernet ports, an 802.11n module and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for push-button security and top-of-the-line encryption from possible Internet threats. It's available at $119.99 -- a stiff price to pay, but would you really rather have network cables strewn across your home?
D-Link Announces Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge® For Simple and Easy Expansion of a Wireless Home Network
Wireless Bridge Enables Consumers to Add Up to Four Devices to a Home Wireless Network
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – May 25, 2011 – D-Link® today announced its new Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge® (DAP-1513), allowing consumers to easily expand a home network by wirelessly connecting up to four devices. Equipped with 802.11n technology, 2.4 GHz and 5GHz dual-band, for an enhanced media experience and a four-port Fast Ethernet switch, the DAP-1513 is ideal for connecting a wide range of network-ready devices for streaming HD videos, playing online games and sharing music, photos, movies, and more within a home network.
Featuring selectable dual-band to offer flexibility on how to best connect to the home network, the DAP-1513 can bridge a wireless signal from either a 2.4GHz or 5GHz network. Consumers can choose from the 5GHz band, ensuring smooth video streaming or online gaming with less interference, or the 2.4GHz band, ideal for surfing the Web or sharing photos. In addition, Intelligent Quality of Service (QoS) automatically organizes and prioritizes network traffic according to bandwidth needs to ensure a smooth connection over both wired and wireless networks.
“The Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge allows consumers to quickly and easily expand their home wireless networks to connect PCs, game consoles, media players, and more without running any messy cables,” says Daniel Kelley, associate vice president of consumer marketing, D-Link North America. “And, dual-band connectivity makes it ideal for streaming HD video content, whether you’re watching your favorite shows or battling with friends in an online game.”
The DAP-1513 offers four Fast Ethernet 10/100 ports for fast wired connectivity, supports WPA™ and WPA2® security standards and features Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for push-button security and top-of-the-line encryption from possible Internet threats. And with 24-hour support for basic installation available seven days a week, it’s never been easier to expand a home network.
Availability and Pricing
The DAP-1513 Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge is now available for an MSRP of $119.99 (U.S.) and $99.99 (Canada) throughout D-Link’s vast network of retail and e-tail outlets in North America, including Fry’s and Micro Center, and at the company’s online store, http://www.dlinkshop.com.
