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Apple AirPort Express Base Station (802.11n)

By Rich Brown, CNET.com on 26 March 2008 02:26 PM

Tags: apple, airport express, router, 802.11n, capsule, stream

Manufacturer: Apple

General

  • Wireless standards
  • 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n
  • Data transfer rate
  • Up to 54Mbps, 54Mbps

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The good:
  • New, faster 802.11n wireless standard
  • Same price as the original model
  • Audio streaming capability remains unique
  • Incredibly portable
  • Easy setup
The bad:
  • Not as fast as other 802.11n routers
  • Can't connect an external hard drive to the USB port
  • No Ethernet ports for wired clients
The bottomline:

Don't pick up a new, 802.11n-enabled AirPort Express if you're looking for superfast wireless networking performance. You should consider it, however, if you're in the market for a new Wi-Fi router that offers portability, ease of use, and the unique ability to stream iTunes over your network.

Editors’ rating:

7.3/10

RRP: AU$129.00

Related topics:

apple, AirPort Express, router, 802.11n

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