26 July 2006
By: Anca Rusu, Technology Editor
ASUS WL-600g - An All-in-1 Wireless ADSL2/2 + Home Gateway
An ADSL Modem, 802.11b/g Wireless Router and Ftp/Printer Server Functions in 1 Device
ASUSTek Computer Inc, (ASUS), one of the leaders in high-performance wireless solutions development, recently introduced the WL-600g, an all-in-one device that incorporates an ADSL modem, a wireless router, and ftp/printer server functions and is said to be a one-stop solution for establishing home wireless networks the cost-effective way. "With the WL-600g, there is no need for a separate ADSL modem or a standalone ftp/print server. A UPnP IGD compliant device, the WL-600g allows devices within the WLAN to share the same IP address and simultaneously play online games and use IP phones. For quick Internet connection, the WL-600g offers Quick Setup feature, which automatically detects local ADSL ISP settings in just a few seconds. No more complicated configurations. The WL-600g offers a host of Plug-n'-Share functions. Whether it's hard drives or printers, just plug them in via the USB 2.0 host ports to enable other devices in the network to share their functions without the need to leave a PC or server turned on 24 hours a day. Plug-n'-Share hard drive is especially worth highlight. It acts as a ftp server, which lets users backup data from their computers and use network neighborhood in Windows to browse external hard drive content. All these functions can be enjoyed without connecting the WL-600g to any computer systems," explained the company. But ASUS's latest product features also others enhanced features such as a Wireless Distribution System (WDS), which enables users to establish a broad wireless network infrastructure by linking several wireless access points with WDS links or the capability of the WL-600g that allows a customized allocation of bandwidth to improve time-sensitive applications including IP phone and multimedia applications. Moreover, the manufacturer added that the IP phone or A/V streaming applications can be executed without interference. But the Game Blaster is the most revolutionary feature of all, as it can optimize network resource and prioritize bandwidth for online gaming applications to eliminate action latency when users are gaming online.
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