Chapter 1: Introduction; The Wireless Pci Card; Features - Linksys WMP11 ver. 2.7 User Manual

Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor for
Windows 98, Me, and 2000
Overview
Starting the WLAN Monitor
Link Information
Site Survey
Profiles
Creating a New Profile
Using the Expert Mode
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Common Problems and Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: Glossary
Appendix C: Specifications
Environmental
Appendix D: Warranty Information
Appendix E: Contact Information
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Wireless PCI Card

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Wireless PCI Card

The Wireless PCI Card gives you the freedom to work from wherever you want
to be. Whether you're at your desk or in the boardroom, the Card lets your PC
share high-speed Internet access, files, and printers through the network, so
you increase your productivity and stay connected-without wires.
Transfer data at speeds of up to 11Mbps. Advanced signal processing combined
with improved error correction and excellent receiver sensitivity enable the
Card to operate at higher transmission rates for longer distances. With the
Wireless PCI Card, take advantage of wireless networking-the easy way.

Features

• Up to 11Mbps, High-Speed Data Transfer Rate with Automatic Fallback
• Compliant with 802.11b, DSSS, 2.4GHz Standard
• Plug-and-Play Operation Provides Easy Setup
• Supports up to 128-Bit WEP Encryption
• Compatible with Virtually All Major Network Operating Systems
• Uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) to Maintain Connectivity
• Clear Channel Assessment Increases Network Throughput
• Hardware Buffer Chaining Provides High Performance While Reading and
Writing Buffers
• Free Technical Support-24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US
Calls
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
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