The HP Dual Band 802.11n USB Wireless Adapter is a convenient add-on to a Windows®-based PC that provides the latest in IEEE 802.11n wireless connectivity. The adapter can be installed in standalone PCs to connect to wireless LANs, or it can be used alone to upgrade the speed of wireless connections for PCs running older wireless adapters. This adapter provides complete access to 2.4 and 5 GHz IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless networks, with the increased distances and reliability provided by 802.11n, giving users the flexibility of working wherever it's convenient. The adapter supports the latest, most effective authentication techniques to thwart intruders while simplifying network administration, and is easy to set up and use. Compatible with the full range of Wi-Fi standards, it is both secure and high performance, and is ideal for workgroups looking to get the most from their wireless connections.