AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 14, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking, storage and memory solutions, today announced the Buffalo Wi-Fi Gamers(tm) (WCA-G) -- a device that enhances online and wireless gaming experiences by providing an Internet connection without requiring the use of a PC. The gaming-centric device supports Nintendo Wii, DS, DS Lite, Sony PSP, and PlayStation 3 consoles and allows users to easily access online games with the push of a button. Buffalo's AirStation One-Touch Secure System (AOSS(tm)) provides an instant connection to the Internet, remembers all security settings and allows devices to link wirelessly and securely with minimal user set-up.
"The Buffalo Wi-Fi Gamers is the only gaming access point on the market that doesn't have a complicated wireless set-up, which ultimately enhances the gaming experience," said Morikazu Sano, senior vice president of global sales and marketing at Buffalo. "The device eliminates the steps for establishing a secure wireless connection and doesn't require a security key after the first entry so users can immediately start playing online games."
About the size of a deck of playing cards, the device plugs into an available port on an existing LAN. Once connected, users can connect the device to the Internet in a few easy steps. After pressing the corresponding AOSS button on the Wi-Fi Gamers and gaming console screen, gamers can immediately and securely play online games. It also manages the different levels of support security amongst different gaming consoles, providing hassle free setup of multiple gaming devices.
An embedded LCD monitor shows current set up status, the status of AOSS, wireless network and connection status. Other features include Wireless Channel Display, Auto Channel Selection, Manually Change Wireless Channel, Show Connected Devices and a Firmware Upgrade.
Pricing and Availability
Backed by a limited two-year warranty and 24/7 toll-free technical support, Buffalo's Wi-Fi Gamers (WCA-G) will be available at the end of the month for an estimated street price of $49 through retailers, online resellers and Buffalo's Web site (www.buffalotech.com).
About Buffalo Technology
Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc., based in Austin, Texas, is a leading global provider of award-winning networking, memory, storage and multimedia solutions for the home and small business environments as well as for system builders and integrators. With almost three decades of networking and computer peripheral experience, Buffalo has proven its commitment to delivering innovative, best-of-breed solutions that have put the company at the forefront of infrastructure technology. For more information about Buffalo Technology and its products, please visit www.buffalotech.com.
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