D-Link®, an industry leader in networking, introduces the ANT24-0801 8.5 dBi Directional Wireless Antenna designed to provide extended coverage for an existing 802.11b/g wireless network. The directional design of the ANT24-0801 offers dramatically increased wireless signal coverage in a specific direction allowing for improved data throughput at further distances.

The D-Link ANT24-0801 8.5dBi Directional Wireless Antenna connects to a variety of wireless PCI adapters, wireless routers, and access points on the market today. Whether the wireless router or access point has a SMA or TNC connector, the ANT24-0801 comes with a RP-SMA to RP-TNC conversion adapter to accommodate either connector type.

The D-Link ANT24-0801 includes a swivel mount that allows pivotal adjustment for precise positioning for the most concentrated signal strength. The D-Link ANT24-0801 also includes a lightning surge protector, and a 3m (9.8 feet) extension cable. The ANT24-0801 is weatherproof and made of corrosion-resistant material to withstand harsh outdoor conditions and wind speeds up to 124 miles/hr (200km/hr).

Avoid the cost and complexity of adding additional wireless access points or wireless repeaters when you can easily use the ANT24-0801 indoors or outdoors. Enjoy the benefits of wireless connectivity at greater distances and speeds throughout your indoor or outdoor wireless coverage area.

Technical details
Frequency band	2.3 - 2.5 GHz
Antenna type	Directional Indoor/Outdoor
Antenna gain level (max)	8.5 dBi
Impedance	50 Ω
Antenna connector type	N-Series (F)
Polarization	Vertically Linear
Horizontal beam width	70 °
Vertical beam width	65 °
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)	1.5:1
Cable length	3 m
Weight & dimensions
Weight	300 g
Width	120 mm
Depth	120 mm
Height	43 mm
Environmental conditions
Operating temperature range (T-T)	-40 - 80 °C