• Based on the new WiFi 802.11n standard, this USB key offers bandwidths reaching 300 Mbps* - i.e. 5.5 times greater than the previous 802.11g standard.
• A 300 Mbps bandwidth enables users to broadcast HD movies and music featuring a 5.1 mix, to surf the Internet and play online games simultaneously, without lag.
• Optimum and enhanced coverage thanks to MIMO technology and the new 802.11n standard, even with 802.11g routers or boxes.
• The capacity to establish an optimised connection to any home WiFi network or WiFi Hotspot.
• No need to search for the network you wish to connect to: a simple press on the key’s button** automatically establishes a secure connection to your home network.
• The WiFi Station N software, available in 8 languages, enables users to manage all of the key’s features.

*The 300 Mbps bandwidth is the theoretical bandwidth announced by the WiFi Alliance. Network coverage and bandwidth obtained may vary according to your environment, to the configuration of rooms and to the construction materials used within your home and to other interferences.

**Requires a router or an access point compatible with the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) standard

• USB key compatible with all laptop PCs and desktop computers.
• 300 Mbps bandwidth.
• 2 built-in antennas to enhance signal reception and emission.
• Compatible with available WiFi standards (802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n)
• Product certified by the WiFi Alliance.
• WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) features enabling users to connect to a secure network at the press of a button (feature certified by the WiFi Alliance).
• Maximum WPA2/WPA security preventing any malevolent intrusions on the network.
• MultiMedia (content broadcasting) features optimised thanks to WiFi MultiMedia technology (feature certified by the WiFi Alliance).
• Directional cable included, compatible with all USB connectors.

• Wireless 802.11n USB 2.0 Key
• Transport cap
• 10 cm directional cable enabling users to connect the key to all USB ports
• Quickstart guide in French
• Installation CD-ROM containing:
  • Drivers
  • Comprehensive manual in PDF format
  • Hercules WiFi Station N software providing an intuitive and user-friendly interface for setting up and using the Hercules wireless USB key

For setup:

• Intel Pentium^TM III / AMD Athlon^TM or compatible CPU
• 64 MB RAM
• CD-ROM Drive
• Windows® XP / Vista® 32 & 64 bits
• 50 MB free disk space for software installation

WiFi

Technology allowing users to connect a variety of devices in a network, such as computers, game consoles, PDAs... without any wires. The main use is wireless sharing of a home high-speed Internet connection.

WiFi client

Name given to WiFi devices allowing for the connection of a computer to a WiFi network.

WPA

High level of security, specially designed for environments such as a small business or the home, using a pre-shared key.

WPA2

Next-generation very high level of security, specially designed for environments such as a small business or the home, using a pre-shared key.