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Features
- Exchange files or play multiplayer games at data transfer rates of up to 54 Mbps
- Compatible with the industry-standard 802.11b wireless networking protocol
- Range of up to 50 feet at 54 Mbps and up to 150 feet at 11 Mbps
- Join any of the thousands of Wi-Fi certified 802.11b wireless "hot spots" that are currently running in coffeehouses, bookstores, and airports
- 128-bit WEP encryption for secure connections
Product Description
AirPort Extreme is the next-generation wireless networking solution from Apple. Based on a new high-speed wireless technology called 802.11g, it enables you to achieve data rates nearly 5 times faster than the original AirPort. You can connect to the Internet or to other computers without wires, additional phone lines, or complicated networking hardware from almost anywhere in your home, classroom, or business.
Exchange files wirelessly at up to 54MB per second with 802.11g technology / Requires AirPort Extreme Base Station (not included) Apple AirPort Extreme AirPort is the wireless Networking technology that gets you on the Internet from practically anywhere without cables, additional phone lines, or complex networking hardware. With AirPort Extreme enabled Macintosh systems, it's a snap to exchange files or play multiplayer games, using cutting edge 802.11g wireless technology, at up to 54 megabits per second! Because AirPort Extreme uses radio waves for communication, it even works through walls! Compatible with all AirPort products: range with AirPort Extreme products is up to 50 feet, and up to 150 feet with legacy 11 MB/sec AirPort products AirPort antennas are built into all new Apple computers, so you need only add an internal AirPort Extreme Card to each computer, and an optional, required AirPort Extreme Base Station Note: for older G3 CD slot loading iMacs, you may need the optional APP M8753G/A Airport Card Adapter Kit System Requirements: The AirPort Extreme Card can be installed only in computers that are AirPort Extreme ready. AirPort Extreme Cards cannot be used in AirPort-ready computers with an AirPort Card slot. Requires Mac OS X 10.2.7 or later and AirPort Admin Utility software version 3.1.1 or later to administer an AirPort Extreme Base Station. Wireless printing over USB requires Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later.
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Customer reviews
easy to install, works instantly 
by .. Shelley Gammon (Kaufman, Texas USA)
The beauty of Apple is the simplicity of their products - the Mac, the iPod, everything just works without having to consult Carl Sagan, Neil Armstrong or Miss Cleo.
A note to those wanting to go wireless with an older computer: The Airport Card and the Airport Extreme Card are two different critters. They look different and this card will not work on older Macs fitted for the standard Airport card. Apple doesn't even sell the old Airport cards anymore. If you have an older Mac and want to get more speed, you cannot hotwire it to do more with the newer card - you'll just blow a gasket on your Mac.
If you're adding a new computer to your existing Airport-based network and are underwhelmed by the performance, you may be using an original Airport Base Station - these older models maxxed out at 11bps, where the new ones max out at 54bps - a nearly 500% increase in network access speed.
This is NOT the model to get for a Mac Mini. The Mac Mini has a different form factor and has a slot for a special Airport & Bluetooth combo card that this card will not work with.
Installation is a snap - literally. Pop it into place and attach the antenna cord and you've got WiFi. I installed one of these on my older 1Ghz iBook G4 and instantly saw all the wireless networks in my neighborhood. Viva la Macintosh!
Apple delivers once again! by .. Candace Wilson (knoxville, TN)
Apple, once again, delivers yet another fantastic product. After doing my research to find a 3rd party wirless unit, I found I had no choice but to buy the Airport Extreme card for my imac G5. I'm using a Linksys Router and It works perfectly. I made the mistake of installing the card first then plugging in the antenna. If you install this be sure to plug in the antenna first making sure the plug is all the way in from tip to collar (which takes a little force) and then insert the card securly in it's seat. If you don't get a very strong signal look at the card and antenna again as it more than likely isn't in all the way. It's very easy to install so If you are comfortable opening up your computer do it yourself. Once you have it installed that's all, go to your airport icon and make sure it's on... and that's it! You're up and running! Easy as Plug in and go!
I couldn't be happier. by .. J. Klumpp (Eden Prairie, MN United States)
I recently bought the 12" iBook G4, and had an Airport Extreme card installed at the Apple Store. We didn't purchase a base since frankly, being able to be online from any room in my house would probably be dangerous for my marriage! (we're both such geeks) However, my university and local library system both have WiFi installed and it has been a godsend.
Set up was incredibly easy. My university requests that before any wireless connection is made to their system that you take your laptop in for them to set it up. They warned me how fussy and difficult the process could be, especially since they were a PC based system. But we literally turned it on and. it. worked. It's been the same when using it in the library.
Worth it by .. Robert Graves (Thompson Station, TN USA)
The wireless revolution has seriously altered the way I work. It didn't seem like it was that big of a deal, to be able to work anywhere in the house on a laptop. And then I was home over Thanksgiving and tried my father's - it was incredible. So, soon after I had my own and I love it - I even ended up getting another one for my wife's laptop.
Whether it's browsing amazon.com late at night in bed, checking morning email in the kitchen while the kids run around, or being able to set up a writing desk anywhere in the house without worrying about an accessible internet port - the airport system is awesome. Even if you only have a desktop computer it's worth it - you can to put the computer in a place where there's no internet plug, without the 40 foot cord draping your wall to connect it. All in all, a wireless system may seem extravagant, but once you have one you'll wonder how you got by without it.
The airport card, along with the base station, allows you to connect several computers, even ones that don't have wireless cards in them (i.e., we have two laptops on the wireless system, and then one iMac that doesn't have an airport card is plugged directly into the base station). You can print, scan - anything - wirelessly, as long as those extra components are connected to the base station.
If you have a big house and the base station won't be centrally located, you may want to look into the antenna. I have a 2500 square foot house and the base station is at one end of it. I can get access from anywhere in the house without the extra antenna, though in one or two places it's a weak signal. My father's house, on the other hand, is over 5000 square feet and the base station is at a far end - you can't even get a signal on the other side of the house. However, he purchased the antenna and the signal is now very strong wherever you are. A warning - you should make sure your airport network is password protected, especially if you get the antenna. The signal will be broadcast through half your neighborhood and if not protected, people can get on and use your airtime, clogging up your bandwidth.
Make sure you get the right card! There's the airport extreme card and the regular airport card (I believe they are both compatible with either base station). Check Apple's website for direct compatibility between your computer and the two different cards. They are different sizes and will only fit in the right kind of slot.
One final word - I've heard from others that certain products from Net Gear or other wireless manufacturers accomplish the same thing as the airport card and base station for much cheaper. I can't attest to the validity of this, but it might be worth looking into. I'd exercise extreme caution, since if you go with Apple products it will be covered with tech support, even if it's more expensive. And putting third party hardware in your computer will likely void the warranty on your computer.
A necessity for any PowerBook/iBook user by .. W. F. Abbey (USA)
As a longtime PowerBook user I have to say that my AirPort Extreme Card was the best product I have ever bought for my laptop. With speeds up to 54 Megabits per second it is very fast at sending files over my local network. It is also backwards compatible with the 802.11b specification which is used in most "hot-spots." Since I attend a major university, I am able to connect to a high-speed network from almost anywhere on campus. The signal range with the AirPort card is at least as good as any of my friends PC's and better than several. It also is a snap to install. Simply open a door on the bottom and slide it in. It takes about 30 seconds. Mac OS X also recognizes it automatically and there almost no configuration required. I have to say how happy I am I bought this product and I am completely satisfied and haven't had any problems whatsoever.