User's Manual

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Instroduction
This Wireless PCMCIA Card is an 11 Mbps wireless network adapter that seamlessly
integrates with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such as mobile users or
temporary conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable wireless
connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term
maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to cover
your network area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks, and start networking.
Using this card in conjunction with a wireless access points, you can create an instant
network that integrates seamlessly with 10 Mbps Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving or
expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points – no
wires!
Features
• 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps data rate.
• Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling
• Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs
• Integrates with or replaces wired LANs at dramatically lower cost than wired
alternatives
• Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet LANs augments existing networks quickly and
easily
• Easy installation
• Working range up to 160 m (528 ft) at 11 Mbps, up to 350 m (1155 ft) at 1 Mbps (indoor
communication)
• Direct Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust,
interference-resistant and secure wireless connection
• Supports a wide range of systems (Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP)
• Plug-and-Play
• Provides a user-friendly interface for configuration
• Enhances your network security with WEP data encryption
• Built-in antenna
Applications
The wireless products offer fast, reliable, cost-effective network access for wireless
clients in applications such as:
• Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer, and terminal emulation
• Difficult-to-wire environments
Historic or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult
to employ