Extend the Wi-Fi range of your Mac
BearExtender n3 contains a high power Wi-Fi radio, with a maximum of 700mW output power. That is about ten times more powerful than the Apple branded AirPort card included in your Mac. Combined with an external 2 dBi gain antenna, BearExtender n3 offers up to 2-4 times the range of your current wireless card (approximately 2X for AirPort Extreme and 4X for the original AirPort 11 mbps card).
BearExtender n3 is a standalone Wi-Fi adapter and can be used with any Macintosh computer, including those that do not have built-in AirPort cards such as older G3 towers, iMacs and PowerMacs.
BearExtender n3 includes a small application that works very similar to the Apple AirPort software which allows you to scan for networks, add favorites, and connect.
What You Get
Up to four times the Wi-Fi range
Connect and download at higher speeds
See more Wi-Fi networks around youEasy Setup
- Install the software from the reusable flash drive.
- Restart your Mac, then connect BearExtender n3 to a USB port
- Follow the step by step instructions to activate BearExtender n3 as your Internet source
- Select your Wi-Fi network from the Wireless Utility and connect!
High Speed 802.11n Built-in
BearExtender n3 is also a great way to add 802.11n wireless networking capability to your older Mac.
802.11n offers higher transmission speeds and greater range over 802.11g and 802.11b networks
Note: BearExtender n3 is compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b networks, but to take full advantage of the BearExtender n3’s 802.11n capability, you must use the device with an 802.11n standard router or access point.
With no tools required, BearExtender n3 is the easiest way to add 802.11n to your previous generation Mac.
Convenient LCD Clip
The LCD clip allows you to gently attach BearExtender n3 to your Macintosh notebook or other surfaces such as your notebook bag.
Removable LCD clip
The LCD clip can be easily removed from the back of BearExtender n3 with a simply thumb press.
Connect BearExtender n3 up to 16 feet (5 meters) away from your Mac with zero signal loss using the optional BearExtender USB Active Extension cable. Ideal for RV or boat users.
Interview at Macworld Expo 2010:
Photo Gallery
For more views, check out the BearExtender n3 gallery.
BearExtender n3 Wireless Utility
BearExtender n3’s Scan Utility shows detailed information on every network nearby– more information than your AirPort menu can display.
Technical Specifications
- Powerful Wi-Fi radio transmitter with maximum 0.7 Watt (700mW) output power
- Proprietary Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) for superior power amplification
- Detachable 2 dBi antenna with upgradable RP-SMA antenna port
- 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n certified
- 2.4Ghz operation with 150 Mbps maximum transmission speed
- Supports WEP, WPA, WPA2 Personal and WPS encryption.
- WPA2 Enterprise encryption is currently not supported.
- USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatible
- Mac OS 10.3 Panther, 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, and 10.6 Snow Leopard (Check compatibility).
- Works with Mac desktops and notebooks
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of range can I expect?
Range depends on a number of factors, including interference (both visible and invisible), the type of wireless network you are connecting to. Because BearExtender n3 uses a 0.7 watt Wi-Fi radio, we are confident that you will be able to see wireless networks which you previously were unable to see, and connect to many existing networks with more bars.
Check out our benchmark page for real world tests.
Is BearExtender n3 compatible with my iBook, MacBook, MacBook Pro or other Macintosh computer?
Yes, BearExtender n3 is compatible with Macs running 10.3 Panther, 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard or 10.6 Snow Leopard (Check compatibility). We have tested the device thoroughly on many different Mac models, even back to G3 era machines. Roland himself is a Mac user, and uses the BearExtender n3 with his MacBook Pro 15” and MacBook 13”. The BearExtender n3 works great with his older iBook too.
Not Compatible
• First generation iBook "Clamshell"
• Macs running Snow Leopard Server Edition
• Macs using modified boot software (Check compatibility).
System Requirements
• One USB Port
• Mac OS 10.3, 10.4, 10.5 or 10.6 Snow Leopard (Check compatibility).
• G3, G4, G5 or Intel processor