Chapter 1: Introduction; The Instant Wireless; Tm Network Pc Card Ver; Features - Linksys WPC11 User Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Instant Wireless

Network PC Card ver. 3.0
TM
Put the "mobile" back into mobile computing! Whether you're at your desk or
in the boardroom, the Instant Wireless™ Network PC Card allows you to share
printers, files, and other resources anywhere within your LAN infrastructure,
increasing your productivity and keeping you "in touch."
The Instant Wireless™ Network PC Card now has a new, higher-powered
antenna that provides a greater range than ever. The increased sensitivity helps
filter out interference and "noise" to keep your signal clear. Improved error
correction in the chipset keeps you operating at higher transmission rates for
longer distances. And, since you only need one Type II or III PCMCIA slot,
you're free to use your other slots for additional accessories.
Ready to run in Type II or III PCMCIA-equipped notebook PCs running
Windows 95, 98, Millennium, NT, 2000, and XP, the Instant Wireless™
Network PC Card ver. 3.0 is truly a "must-have" for all notebook PC users.

Features

• 11 Mbps High-Speed Data Transfer Rate
• Compatible with Virtually All Major Network Operating Systems
• Plug-and-Play Operation Provides Easy Setup
• Integrated Equalizer Recovers Weak Signals and Enhances Sensitivity
• Sturdy Metal Design with Integrated Antenna
• Works with All Standard Internet Applications
• Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment
• Clear Channel Assessment Increases Network Throughput
• Hardware Buffer Chaining Provides High Performance While Reading and
Writing Buffers
• Capable of up to 128-Bit WEP
• Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week for North America
Only
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
1
Instant Wireless Series
TM
Network PC Card
Figure 1-1

Package Contents

• One Instant Wireless TM Network PC Card ver. 3.0
• One Setup Utility CD-ROM (User Guide on CD)
• Quick Installation insert and Registration Card (not shown)

System Requirements

• A 16-bit PCMCIA Type II or Type III slot
• PCMCIA revisions 2.10 compliant card and socket services
• Windows 95, 98, Millennium, NT, 2000, or XP
• 600 Kbytes of free disk space for utility and driver installation
2