Cisco-Linksys WAP55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point

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Product Details

Product Manual [2.37mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008WMBS
• Item model number: WAP55AG
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 19, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point gives you universal wireless connectivity. It's the best way to add wireless capability to your existing wired network, or to add bandwidth to your wireless installation.

The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point actually contains two separate wireless connectivity radio transceivers, which support all three popular wireless networking specifications. The first transceiver uses the 2.4 GHz radio band, supporting both the widely-used and inexpensive Wireless-B (802.11b) standard at 11 Mbps, and the new, almost five times faster, Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) at 54 Mbps. The second radio operates in the 5 GHz band, and supports Wireless-A (802.11a) networking, also at 54 Mbps. Since the two radios operate in different bands, they can work simultaneously, blanketing your wireless zone with high-speed bandwidth.

To protect your data and privacy, the A+G Access Point can encrypt all wireless transmissions. The MAC Address filter lets you decide exactly who has access to your wireless network while Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) puts your network on the cleanest channel in your location. Configuration is a snap with the web browser-based configuration utility.

With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point, you'll have the best of all worlds--Wireless-B for legacy compatibility, and both Wireless-G and Wireless-A for high-speed access.

See a comparison diagram of the different wireless technologies.

Wireless networks are rapidly becoming more popular and coming down in price. Since they don't require cables, you can use the devices anywhere in an office or home, even out on the patio. There's no need to roll out an Ethernet network cable to each room of a house; you can network anywhere -- without wires. Outside of the home, wireless networking is available in hotspots at coffee shops, businesses, airports -- great when you're on the road and need to get some work done. For convenience, wireless networking is the answer. What Wireless Standard is Right for Me? Now that you've decided to create a wireless network, the next step is to figure out which wireless standard to use. Basically, a standard is a set of specifications for a device. All devices that follow a specific standard share operating characteristics, such as the radio frequency used and maximum data transfer speed. For wireless networking, there are three standards to choose from at this time: 802.11b 802.11a 802.11g 802.11a/g To learn about the differences between the standards and select the right one for your network, click here for an easy-to-understand chart.

Product Description

Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point WAP55AG - Wireless access point - EN, Fast EN, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for a Network, January 1, 2005

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N. S. Kato - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco-Linksys WAP55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point (Personal Computers)

The WAP55AG was so easy to setup. Compared to past Linksys access points, there was no need for software installation as XP can determine configuration automatically. My Dell laptop could instantaneously identify the proper frequency and establish a link. Recently, I bought a second unit for my office and my laptop automatically connects at home or at work without any hassle whatsoever.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Way to Add Wireless Support to an Existing Wired Network, December 8, 2006

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Christopher Nielsen (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco-Linksys WAP55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point (Personal Computers)

Pros: Provides 802.11a in addition to 802.11g/b, wireless standards can be separately enabled/disabled, good range, nice complement to an existing Linksys cable/dsl broadband router, 802.11a (and WPA security) works great with a MacBook Pro.

Cons: None

I bought this access point to add wireless networking to my existing setup (I also own a Linksys 4-port broadband router). I also wanted 802.11a, since it is rarely used by consumers (so less chance of competition on the airwaves) and is not affected by microwave ovens and such.

Well this access point works great with my MacBook Pro, utilizing 802.11a w/WPA security. Highly recommended!!!

p.s. While I could have gotten a combined router/access point for a similar price, I did not want/need both. Plus, being a security-conscious guy, it is nice to be able to pull the plug on the access point without affecting the wired network. And finally, being separate, you can grab the access point and take it with you without unwiring the rest of your network.

4.0 out of 5 stars Can't understand the problems others are having, October 6, 2006

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Julie A. Thornberry "julieforjesus" (Reno, NV) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco-Linksys WAP55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Access Point (Personal Computers)

This is my second one of this model, I burned up the first myself when we moved and I accidentially plugged the wrong transformer into it (too much voltage = smoke). I found it easy to configure, set up WEP keys, MAC locked everything using the web-based interface. It worked great with our LinkSys Media extender - we watch recorded tv from our Media Center pc on our plasma screen tv three rooms away using this device. No problems whatsoever. Hasn't slowed down my internet connection either. I am buying another one today to serve the mobile computer lab at work.