User's Manual

Chapter 1 About the Wireless MINI PCI
Windows 98/2000/ME/XP will automatically recognize the wireless MINI PCI and
initiate the installation process. Upon successful installation, the wireless MINI PCI
will communicate seamlessly with other IEEE 802.11g wireless products.
1-1 Features
1. Supports up to 54 Mbps data rate.
2. Supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint access provides increased
flexibility.
3. Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN offers quick,
trouble-free integration with existing networks.
4. Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides secure wireless
connection.
5. Wireless connections eliminate the hassle and cost of cabling.
6. Supports a wide range of LAN (Local Area Network) Network Operating
Systems (NOS)
including Windows 98/2000/XP
8. Omni - directional antenna provides wide range of reception.
9. Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PC 
1-2 Applications
This wireless MINI PCI offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client
access to the network. Refer below for examples :
 Remote access to corporate network information
 E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation
 Difficult-to-wire environments
 Historic or older buildings without Ethernet wiring.
 Buildings with asbestos insulation
 Open areas where wiring is difficult to employ
 Re-layout frequently environments
 Retailers, manufacturers or other organizations that frequently rearrange the
workplace or relocate
 Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time usage
 Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites that employ temporary
networks.
 Retailers, airline and shipping companies that need additional workstations
for a peak period and auditors that require workgroups at customer sites.
 Access to database for mobile workers
 Medical, technical and retail specialists that require roaming access to a
database or other network resources.
 Perfect for users that need a small, easy-to-install network that deploys
rapidly.