The ANT24-0230 Xtreme N 2.4GHz Antenna is a versatile antenna that improves the performance of D-Link's Xtreme N Desktop Adapter (DWA-552) and Router (DIR-655). It can also be used with the Xtreme N router (DIR-655) for greater placement flexibility, allowing the router to be placed near a modem or switch while the antenna is situated in a more ideal location. Hide your desktop computer underneath your desk and maintain wireless performance by placing the ANT24-0230 on top of your desk or mounting onto a wall. Alternatively, you can hide your router in your closet or in an enclosed space and still achieve optimal coverage by using the flexible Xtreme N 2.4GHz Antenna. SMA Reverse Plug Connector Color-coded cables for easy installation Works with Xtreme N Desktop Adapter and Router Extended cable for flexible placement Minimum system requirements - 2.4GHz (draft 802.11n) networking device with detachable RP-SMA antenna connectors Dimensions(WxDxH) - 2.8 x 4.1 x 5.4 Weight - 0.3 lbs
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Rating: - D-Link Extebded Antenna
My PCs sit on the floor underneath a desk. I got connectivity but it was "Low" to "Good". I bought ONE antenna to try it out. It is great! Signal went up to "Very Good" and an occasional "Excellent". I bought two more and had the same results.
Rating: - Good antenna location mover
Our PC that uses a D-link DWA-552 draft-'N' wireless card has its three antennas very close together and extends out the bottom rear of the PC where other PC Cables drape down onto or near them. With the PC on the floor under a desk, the antennas are in a very poor location.
The "signal strength" would register between 50 and 60 percent from our router not really that far away (but with multiple walls, desk wood, and shelves inbetween).
Rating: - It does work!!!
This antenna does work. It's all in the way you position it. It's design leaves a little to be desired but, if you position it just right, it works. I connected the antenna to my router, ran the cable under my scanner and up through the back so the antenna sits on top of the scanner. My signal went from "Low" and "Very Low" to "Very Good" on both my wireless N equipped PC and Laptop. Considering the router is on the other side of my apartment in my bedroom; some 60 feet away with a wall in between, ... Read More
Rating: - Made the difference
I used this antenna to move WiFi transmission beyond a plaster wall and away from some other electronics. That seemed to make all the difference - I tested two spots where I previously had trouble and there are no dropouts and faster transmission.
Rating: - it works.... a little bit better.
diffenently get a little better signal but not by much. the cable is about 5 feet too short to really be useful (its only about 3 feet long) and position the antenna in the optimal spot for improved signal receiption.
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- D-Link Extebded Antenna
- it works.... a little bit better.