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StarTech.com, a leading manufacturer of hard-to-find connectivity and technology parts, today announced the launch of the Wi-Fi Detective (part#: WIFIDETG). This unique product will save mobile Internet users, such as business travelers and students, time and effort by allowing them to instantly locate accessible Wi-Fi networks, using a compact, portable device. The Wi-Fi Detective is battery powered and features an LCD display that can be used to locate available network hotspots within seconds, while identifying vital information such as security protocols, signal strength and more – eliminating the need for notebook users to unpack and boot-up their computers

Intended to help Wi-Fi users to quickly identify available wireless networks by name and status, the Wi-Fi Detective can help save the time needed to locate suitable network hotspots. “It can be a frustrating and time consuming process, trying to find a network connection by trial and error”, says John Mardinly, Product Manager for StarTech.com, referring to conventional methods of finding a Wi-Fi network. “Typically, a notebook user would have to unpack and set up their computer in an attempt to find an open network with enough signal strength to achieve a proper connection. In a lot of cases, you’ll end up repeating this step several times before finding a usable connection elsewhere. With this device, you’ll have instant access to the information you need, without having to go through the hassle of unpacking your notebook.”

The Wi-Fi Detective features a lightweight, pocket-sized design that easily fits in a notebook carrying bag, and is cased in a durable plastic frame designed to withstand the normal wear and tear that hand held devices normally encounter.

The Wi-Fi Detective also offers the following features and benefits:
- Li-Polymer battery powered – can be recharged using a standard USB connection to a powered computer

- Can locate 802.11b and 802.11g networks

- LCD display indicates wireless signal strength, associated security protocols, operating channel and SSI

- Light and compact: weighs only 30g (1.05 oz.) with dimensions of 91 x 28.5 x 14mm (3.6 x 1.12 x 0.55″)

The WiFi Detective (part#: WIFIDETG) will be available in June 2007 with an MSRP of $74.99 and will be available through leading resellers such as CDW, CompUSA.com, PC Connection and Insight. (Resellers may sell for less)

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