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ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g, Wi-Fi compliant PCI Express Wireless Adapter Up to 54Mbps Wireless Data Rates WEP 64-bit and 128-bit encryption WPA(Wi-Fi Protected Access) - Retail

ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi PCI Express Wireless Adapter - Retail

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Return for replacement within: 30 days
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Abit is taking wireless to the next level with their AirPace PCI-e adapter. The AirPace takes advantage of PCI-e's dedicated data path to eliminate any internal bottlenecks in moving data. The remote antenna maximizes range and speed by getting the antenna out from behind your PC and letting you mount it for best reception.

The Wireless AP software lets you make your network wireless without having to buy a wireless router. When used in conjunction with abit's AirPace Music you can stream music to your main music system.

WEP and WPA encryption algorithms are included to protect your data. A secure network also guards your bandwidth by preventing unauthorized users from piggybacking onto your connection.

Review Summary (read more reviews)

68%

13%

Product Rating:
Total Reviews:	83

K Ill be the first

Reviewed By: joey on 2/2/2007

Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: less than 1 day

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Well this has some promise to be a fairly revolutionary product. Not really because its such a technological marvel but the fact that you can actually use those dang 1x slots that have been basically useless (besides some companies using it for MoBo sound). I assume the PCI-X 1x bus is probably the equivalent to a basic PCI bus so the small size is just the result of newer tech.

Cons: Well if this thing can handle a small WAN and not drop me during gaming my full review will not have much here.

Other Thoughts: Bought this today so Ill give it a full review soon. With only 3 PCI slots because i have PCI-X 16x & 1x and AGP on my board I really wanted to use that lil 1x slot, and hopefully this is my answer. A very promising product with potential to free up a lot of space in a lot of rigs.

5 out of 8 people found this review helpful. Did you? Yes

WARNING! THIS CARD CONFLICTS WITH OVERCLOCKS!!!

Reviewed By: Ant on 6/20/2007

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: It works.

Cons: This device would not allow my Gigabyte DS3 motherboard to post after it was installed. I finally realized that it was due to my overclock settings. I have other PCIEx1 cards installed and they work without any problems, so I am 100% positive that the problem is this wireless card. I had to cut my overclock IN HALF just get my computer to start. Not worth it.

Other Thoughts: I have a feeling Abit may have done this on purpose in order to hinder motherboard performance of their competitors. I have uninstalled this card as it is simply not worth the performance decrease. OVERCLOCKERS BEWARE!!

4 out of 12 people found this review helpful. Did you? Yes

Quick Specs (view all30)

Model	AirPace Wi-Fi
Wireless Data Rates	Up to 54Mbps
WPA/WPA2	WPA
Interface	PCI Express
Antenna	External Antenna

Review Summary (read all 83 Reviews)

68%

13%

Product Rating:
Total Reviews:	83

Outstanding

Reviewed By: Snake91839 on 8/21/2007

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Pros: Absolutely wonderful product. I am on the second floor and my router is in the basement and I still get more than 90% signal. Also comes with some very cool utilities that show some information and allow you to control your computer as an AP.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: My PCI-E x1 slot is right under my video card, but because this is so small, it doesn't pose any problem with cooling at all. Great Product. Get it.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes

Works

Reviewed By: on 8/18/2007

Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Works as advertised. Nor problems in my P5B-E.

Cons: none yet

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Works great!

Reviewed By: gmorningdave on 8/17/2007

Tech Level: somewhat low - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Excellent signal strength, discrete profile, it fills the almost useless PCI-E 1x slot on my mobo.

Cons: Included drivers are useless in Vista, do not even attempt to install them! Even though the abit website has ZERO mention of this product anywhere, go to the forums and find the airpace products section. There people have posted the proper Vista drivers. Install that and then you're home free.

Other Thoughts: Awful support from abit, I do not like having to rely on the technical prowess of other users for fixing something that the company should have easily done.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Yes

Model
Brand	ABIT
Model	AirPace Wi-Fi
Spec
Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g, Wi-Fi compliant
Wireless Data Rates	Up to 54Mbps
Security	WEP 64-bit and 128-bit encryption WPA(Wi-Fi Protected Access)
WPA/WPA2	WPA
Interface	PCI Express
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz ISM radio band USA, Canada and Taiwan: 2412~2462MHz
Channels	802.11b USA, Canada and Taiwan : 11 Most European Countries: 13 802.11g USA, Canada and Taiwan : 11 Most European Countries: 13 Japan: 14
Antenna	External Antenna
System Requirements	Windows XP/server 2003/64bit XP
Dimensions	2.7" x 1.8" x 0.5"
Feature
Features	Solid design with external antenna Low power consumption and high performance Enhanced wireless security Software AP mode
Packaging
Package Contents	AirPace Wi-Fi Resource Disk L-P Bracket Antenna

Introduction

Highlights

	IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant Compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g protocol, the ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi smoothly integrates into any existing wireless network with up to 54Mbps data transfer speeds.
	Software AP With the bundled Software AP utility, you can turn your PC into a total access point using the ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi. Not only the hard drive and internet connection but also the peripherals (e.g.: printer etc.) of your PC are fully accessible.
	Wireless Security The ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi supports WEP and WPA encryption for maximized wireless network security.
	PCIe 1X Interface Featuring the PCI Express interface, the ABIT AirPace Wi-Fi delivers faster data rate than legacy PCI cards for uninterruptible data transfer. This adapter card is broadly compatible with PCI Express X1, X4, X8 and X16 slots.