Torrance, CA - February 22, 2006 — TRENDnet, a best-in-class networking manufacturer of wired and wireless networking solutions, will introduce a redesigned TEW-429UB 2006 Limited Edition 802.11g HotSpot Detector + USB Adapter. The one-of-a-kind, black and white soccer ball inspired design captures the global excitement of the upcoming 2006 FIFA World Cup™ and is an essential tool for laptop users looking to stay connected to live updates and streaming highlights.

This summer, thirty-two teams from around the world will converge on Germany to become the kings of soccer in the 2006 FIFA World Cup™ scheduled for June 9 – July 9, 2006. The Limited Edition HotSpot Detector + Adapter will allow fans traveling to Germany or anywhere in the world, the ability to quickly locate and connect to Wi-Fi hotspots often found in café’s, restaurants, and hotels, so they can view all the latest scores and important action on their laptop.

“As a global supplier of networking equipment who shares a passion for soccer, we wanted to find a unique way to celebrate the International sport that in many ways reflects our company and our worldwide customer base,” said Pei Huang, President of TRENDnet. “The product helps expose people to the sport and our company in a fun and innovative way.”

Similar to the existing TEW-429UB, the Limited Edition TEW-429UB captures and displays all the broadcasted characteristics Wi-Fi signals use to distinguish themselves. It has an LCD screen that details a connection’s Signal Strength, SSID (Network Name), Encryption type (eg. WEP 64/128 bit, WPA & WPA2), Channel, Source and Battery Life. It supports 64/128-bit WEP & WPA / WPA2 Encryption. It supports Windows 98(SE) / ME / 2000 / XP / 2003 Server and has a rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery. Best of all, it has an 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter to connect to available WiFi 802.11b/g signals as well.

The TEW-429UB 2006 Limited Edition also includes a neck strap so you can take it anywhere without losing it. Also, the retail packaging includes the flags of all of the final 32 countries competing in the event.

This product will be available April 2006, for a limited time, with a 3 Year Warranty at an Average Selling Price $59.99 (USA Only).

TRENDnet es un proveedor global de soluciones de redes galardonadas para TI, vigilancia, transporte y distribución de energía, tanto para usuarios de oficina en casa como para empresas de todos los tamaños, Dedicada a la creación de soluciones de red fiables desde 1990, TRENDnet posibilita que los usuarios compartan un acceso a Internet de banda ancha, contenidos multimedia, y periféricos en red para lograr una auténtica conectividad desde cualquier lugar. La diversa cartera de productos de TRENDnet incluye Multi-Gigabit, dispositivos industriales, PoE, switches de red, fibra, wireless, cámaras IP, NVR, distribución de energía, KVM, paneles de conexión, Powerline, USB y más. Para obtener más información sobre TRENDnet, visite www.trendnet.com.