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Product Brief
Intel
®
WiFi Link 1000
Mobile Computing
Intel
®
WiFi Link 1000
Product Description
The Intel
®
WiFi Link 1000 is an IEEE
802.11b/g/Draft-N
1
wireless network adapter
that operates in the 2.4 GHz spectrum. This
adapter, available in both PCIe* Mini Card and
Half Mini Card form factors, delivers up to 300
Mbps of receive throughput. It also delivers a
host of features to enhance today’s mobile
lifestyle. Fanless netbooks and thin value
notebooks are the primary target for this low
profile, one-sided design. The Intel® WiFi Link
1000 has qualified for the Centrino brand.
Features
• Over 5X faster
2
• 2X greater range
2
• IEEE 802.11b/g and Draft-N
1
compliant
• Advanced security via 802.11i
• Industry-leading power consumption
3
• Includes Wi-Fi PAN – Intel® My WiFi Technology
4
• Easy to use Intel® PROSet v12.5 WLAN Software
4
• Advanced IT capabilities with Intel® PROSet Software
4
• Support for Cisco Compatible Extensions* v4
• Connect with Intel® Centrino
®
program eligible
Feature Benefit
Performance, Flexibility, and Mobility
Over 5X performance increase
2
Up to 300 Mbps
2
Draft-N
1
receive data rates compared to 54 Mbps
for 802.11a/b/g solutions
Minimizes the time needed to transfer large files and enables
applications such as High Definition (HD) video streaming, Voice
over IP (VoIP), and multi-player gaming
Up to 2X greater range
2
MIMO, diversity, and support for up to two antennas enable better
wireless reception at greater distances compared to single antenna
802.11b/g solutions
Reduces the number of “dead zones”, network re-connects, and
dropped data packets; dramatically improving connection reliability
throughout the home or office
Intel® My WiFi Technology - Personal Area Network
(PAN)
4
Intel® My WiFi Technology offers seamless connection to Wi-Fi
consumer electronic devices
Enables wireless connectivity to selected consumer devices such
as digital cameras, MP3 players, or game players for file sharing or
file streaming activities. Any standard Wi-Fi consumer device with
a corresponding PC application is expected to work with Intel® My
WiFi
4
Industry-leading power consumption
3
Optimized power modes (sleep states) reduce power consumption
during periods of inactivity
Reduced WLAN power consumption results in longer platform
battery life
3
for greater utility, enjoyment, and convenience
PCIe Mini Card and Half Mini Card form factor
Support for the PCIe Half Mini Card form factor enables the Intel®
WiFi Link 1000 to be designed into next generation laptops while
support for the PCIe Mini Card form factor enables current
generation laptops