TRENDnet Introduces 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge

by Jennifer Johnson — Tuesday, December 07, 2010, 06:59 AM EDT

TRENDnet launched a 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge. This bridge can connect up to four devices to your wireless n network. It is compatible with network-enabled Blu-ray players, televisions, DVRs, and gaming consoles. If your router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, setup will be even easier since the 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge also supports WPS. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology works to reduce wireless dead spots and WMM Quality of Service (QoS) technology prioritizes video and audio content.

TRENDnet® Releases the 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge

TORRANCE, Calif. -December 2, 2010-TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces the launch of the 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge, model TEW-640MB, which provides a high performance wireless connection for all networked media center devices.

The stylish 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge connects your favorite Ethernet-ready gaming console, network television, receiver, media controller, and DVR to a lag-free high-speed wireless n network. No need to place your media center near a hardwired Internet connection-cut the cables and experience the high definition connection quality of TRENDnet's 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge, model TEW-640MB.

Users who have a router with a WPS button require practically no setup. Simply power up the TEW-640MB, press the WPS button on your router, then the WPS button on the TEW-640MB, and it's connected to your router and the Internet. Finally, network media center devices to the four Ethernet ports on the back of the TEW-640MB for instant Internet access.

The latest in wireless encryption ensures wireless security. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology eliminates wireless dead spots. The latest in wireless encryption protects your digital network. WMM® Quality of Service (QoS) technology prioritizes gaming, Internet calls, and video streams. LEDs on the front of the router convey device status.

"Following the tremendous success of our 300Mbps Wireless N Gaming Adapter, model TEW-647GA, we decided to build the foundation of the 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge with the same high performance chipset," stated Sonny Su, Technology Director for TRENDnet. "The TEW-640MB is truly the result of listening to our customers. Users were saying that they absolutely loved the performance and the look of the TEW-647GA, but wanted more ports to connect all of their new media center devices to a high performance wireless connection. I believe the TEW-640MB delivers on its promise and will be well received by the market."

The 300Mbps Wireless N Media Bridge, model TEW-640MB, comes with a three year limited warranty and is currently shipping to TRENDnet's online and retail partners.

The MSRP for the TEW-640MB is US $69.99.

Tags: Network, Networking, TRENDnet, bridge

Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer grew up around technology. From an early age, she was curious about all things related to computers. As a child, Jennifer remembers spending nights with her dad programming in BASIC and taking apart hard drives to see what was inside. In high school, she wrote her senior term paper on her experiences with building custom computers.

Jennifer graduated from the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. After college, she began writing full-time for various PC and technology magazines. Later, she transitioned to the Web. In these roles, Jennifer has covered a variety of topics including laptops, desktops, smartphones, cameras, tablets, and various consumer electronics devices. When she's not playing with or writing about the latest gadget, Jennifer loves to spend time with her family, capture memories with her camera, and scrapbook.

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