Billion, which makes Australia’s most popular broadband routers, has launched its first ADSL2+ routers that use the 802.11n draft protocol to deliver faster wireless network access across greater distances.

Billion’s Australian distributor, PC Range, is already delivering three Wireless N devices – two routers and a wireless USB adapter – through its national reseller channel http://au.billion.com/reseller.php.

For the past two years, Billion has topped the hardware popularity table in the Australian Broadband Survey, conducted by tech-savvy website Whirlpool. Last year, 23.7 per cent of the nearly 18,000 survey respondents nominated Billion as their preferred brand, twice as popular as the next placed brand.

The IEEE 802.11n draft protocol, due to be finalised next year, promises wireless speeds as fast as 300 megabits per second (Mbps) with coverage three times further than current WiFi networks. The draft standard uses multiple wireless antennas to transmit and receive data. Called MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output), it coordinates simultaneous radio signals to increase the network’s range and speed.

Billion’s new products – with images at http://www.impress.com.au/content/view/259/67/ – comprise:

1. Billion BiPAC 5200N Draft 802.11n ADSL2+ Firewall Router (RRP $238) is designed for home and SOHO users who want high-speed 802.11n wireless links with better coverage while maintaining high-level security for their ADSL2+ broadband service. Three built-in antennas manage wireless signals, automatically adjusting to establish an optimal link if obstacles are detected. An integrated firewall protects against hack attacks while Quality of Service prioritises data queues for smooth traffic. More at http://au.billion.com/product/wireless/bipac5200n.php.

2. Billion BiPAC 7300N Draft 802.11n ADSL2+ Broadband Router (RRP $264) is much more configurable than the 5200N. It includes an Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) setup that allows it to use cable modems, VDSL or fibre-optic lines to connect to the Internet. The 7300N also has removable antennas that can be replaced with higher gain antennas. More details at http://au.billion.com/product/wireless/bipac7300n.php.

3. Billion BiPAC 3010N Draft 802.11n Wireless USB Adapter (RRP $105) provides a simple way to add 802.11n wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook. The BiPAC 3010N provides an ideal low-cost companion for Billion’s 802.11n ADSL router products. More at http://billion.com/product/wireless/bipac3010N-11n-wireless-USB-adapter.html

PC Range managing director Raaj Menon said Billion was meeting the demand from customers nationally for 802.11n draft protocol products. “Billion has engineered these products from the ground up to work flawlessly in the Australian environment,” he said.

“As well as delivering a rapid payback for anyone who buys them, these three products provide tight integration at affordable price points, making them an excellent investment.”

About PC Range www.pcrange.com.au

PC Range is the exclusive Australian distributor for technology convergence products including:

• Billion broadband networking devices
• Minitar wireless networking devices.

About Billion Electric Co. Ltd www.billion.com.au

Founded in 1973 and listed on the Taiwanese stock exchange, Billion Electric Co., Ltd. (Taiex #3027) is one of the leading providers of network equipment and power supply products in the Asia Pacific rim. Since its Communication Division was established in 1992, Billion has acquired a considerable customer base across Europe, America, Middle East and Africa, and in the Asia Pacific markets.

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