Rokland
Pickup available at 2251 NW 41st Street
Usually ready in 1 hour
Note this product boosts normal 2.4 GHz WiFi networks only. The FCC allows the most power boost for 2.4 GHz WiFi. It will not connect to 5 GHz networks. 5 GHz is a newer frequency and some hotspots such as Xfinity use only 5 GHz to transmit. Therefore this booster is best for home or business WiFi boosting, or other networks you know are 2.4 GHz.
How does it work?
After running the installation software from the included CD, plug the USB cable in to your computer, and aim the receiver in the direction of the network to which you wish to connect. Then scan for networks and pick out the desired network and connect to it. With it's built-in 16 foot USB cable. it is easy to put this device near a window or another place further away from your computer for optimal reception
Where does it work?
This can be used indoors near a window, or placed outdoors for optimal reception. It includes a detachable stand that also doubles as a wall mount. The back of the case has special water sealant for weather resistance. This requires you be in range of an accessible hotspot- either an open working one such as at an RV park, or one to which you know the password such as your home network. This is not a 3G/4G cellular device that can pick up Internet anywhere.
How far can it pick up?
Results may vary based on the environment. Typically this can pick up from about 2-4 times the distance of stock Wi-Fi cards inside today's laptops, making ideal for picking up signals from detached buildings on a property, or access points on the other side of an RV park or campground.
I've seen similar-sized products online advertising 50 or even 80 dBi gain integrated antennas. Why is this 10 dBi?
Gain inflation is rampant online. Because there is no easy way to independently verify antenna gain, some sellers will inflate the gain number to make their product seem superior. At Rokland we advertise the true gain of the antenna. If you see a product with similar dimensions to ours,(4 inches by 8 inches not including stand), the gain is going to be similar. For larger items you may find a 16 or 18 dBi gain antenna, but numbers 24 dBi and above would generally require the antenna to be several feet wide or larger.
Compatibility: This is compatible with Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10, and Mac OS 10.5 through 10.9 using the included CD. It is not compatible with newer versions of Mac OS. For Linux, this is plug and play with some newer versions, but for other distros drivers may need to be downloaded and installed. At this time we are not able to provide support for Linux.
Directional vs. Omni directional antennas: This product has an integrated directional antenna. Directional antennas concentrate gain in a particular direction which improves reception in that direction and also reduces noise (band interference) coming from other directions. Though reception will be better in that direction, the total number of networks will be lesser than when using an omni-directional antenna. Omni-directional antennas work best when you are mobile and do not know where signals are originating. Directional antennas can be rotated to find the optimal placement.
Additional Features:
- Enterprise-class 64/128 WEP encryption, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, 802.1X support
- 150 mbps High-Speed Transfer Rate for 802.11n
- High powered adapter- 2000mw max output power
- USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant (forward compatible with USB 3)
- ONE YEAR manufacturer's warranty
Size and dimensions:
The unit itself without a stand measures 4 inches wide and 8 inches tall. With a stand, it measures 12.5 inches tall. The USB cable is 5m (~16 feet) long. The stand height is 4.5 inches tall.
Warranty & Support:
Complimentary Telephone and Email/Live Chat Support (Click Here)
Return Policy: This item can be returned for refund within 30 days of receipt. Because range can vary greatly based on your environment, if you are not sure a particular product will meet your range needs please contact us before buying. Orders with free shipping selected will incur a 10% restocking fee to help us cover the original shipping cost unless the item is defective or different from the advertisement. Any expedited shipping charges paid, including return shipping, are non-refundable. Items must be returned the way they were received, in new or like-new condition, with all pieces, documentation, and retail packaging (if applicable) included. For bulk purchases, see our bulk purchase return policy here.
Sales tax is required in many states and will be added at checkout if applicable to your delivery state. Tax exempt forms can be sent to our support department.
Shipping & Returns
We are in Florida and ship to: USA, Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and other countries (see full list in cart).
Local pickup available in Gainesville, FL
Expedited shipping orders placed before 3PM EST weekdays will ship that day. Standard shipping orders ship within 1 business day.
Sales tax: shipments shipped to states in which we are registered to collect tax will have appropriate tax added at checkout. Tax exempt forms can be sent to our support staff who can activate exemption status.
Lost packages and insurance
International Shipping:
Shipping options are visible in cart by using the shipping estimator. Transit times posted are estimates. International packages are subject to customs holds and duty payment may be required by your government on delivery. The cost of duty is not reimbursable. Internatonal shipping charges are not refundable in the event of a return.
Returns
See item description for product specific return policies, and return policies vary by item.
Bulk/High Value Order Returns
Due to the labor required to package and ship bulk orders, as well as cost and stock issues involved in replenishing items, bulk orders of 5 pieces or more are not returnable unless the equipment is defective or mis-advertised, or a return period is prenegotiated. For non-defective returns over $500, a restocking fee may be deducted from the refund to cover bank or card processing fees.
Backorder/Preorder
Items on backorder or preorder will ship as estimated on the item page. You can cancel an order any time up until shipment. Orders with expedited shipping will arrive in the advertised time after the order ships, not after the order is placed.
Cancellations
If you want to cancel an order, please email or call us at (352) 372-9902. If your item has not been shipped, we will cancel the order and provide a full refund.
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