NetGear WN1000RP Wi-Fi Booster

NetGear has brought out a new Wi-Fi booster, the WN1000RP, to help users get a stronger Wi-Fi signal in the dead areas of their home or office.

The device supports only 2.4GHz Wi-Fi B/G/N bands and plugs directly into a wall socket for quick and easy installation.

The WN1000RP Wi-Fi booster supports several security standards such as WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEP.

Price & Availability

The NETGEAR WiFi Booster for Mobile will be available at major retailers in summer 2012 starting at $40.

NetGear WN1000RP Specifications:

Standards:

• IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz

Security:

• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA /WPA2-PSK) and WEP

Ease of Use

• CD-less installation
• Push ‘N’ Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)1

Advanced Features

• Extend Internet access for wireless devices like iPads, iPods, laptops, smartphones, e-readers, and more
• Repeats 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi signals from devices made by NETGEAR and other brands
• Dynamic LEDs display real-time network connection status

System Requirements

• 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless router or gateway
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Google Chrome, or Safari 1.4 or higher

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 67 x 55 x 34 mm (2.64 x 2.17 x 1.34 in)
• Weight: 0.1 kg (0.22 lb)

Package Contents

• WiFi Booster for Mobile (WN1000RP)
• Installation guide

Warranty

• Warranty localized to country of sale

NetGear WN1000RP Features:

1. Boost WiFi:
   • Amplify your network by boosting the WiFi signal around the house and even outside on the patio
2. Ideal for Mobile:
   • Extend your WiFi network for mobile devices like iPads, iPods, Android tablets, e-readers, smartphones, and netbooks
3. Reduce mobile data charges:
   • Reduce 3G/4G mobile data usage by connecting to WiFi while at home
4. Enhance Existing Equipment:
   • Keep your current equipment and improve coverage to eliminate WiFi “dead zones”
5. Easy Install:
   • Simple install for all devices using a browser, no CD needed
6. Push ‘N’ Connect:
   • Push ‘N’ Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) allows for a quick and secure connection
7. Optimal Coverage:
   • Real-time LEDs locate the best placement spot to provide optimal WiFi coverage
8. Universal Compatibility:
   • Extends b/g/n WiFi signals from any existing WiFi router or service provider gateway like Belkin, Linksys, D-Link, AT&T™, 2Wire, Verizon, EarthLink, NETGEAR and others‡
9. Superior Security:
   • Works with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEP
10. NETGEAR Green Features:
    • Power on/off button, 80% recycled packaging