D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Manual page 7

Wireless Basics
Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go where
wires cannot go.
Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for
Wireless LAN hardware might be higher than the cost of wired LAN
hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs will be
significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic
environments requiring frequent moves, adds, and changes.
Scalability - Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) can be configured in a
variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications and
installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer
networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks
of thousands of users that allow roaming over a broad area.
Some D-Link devices that are compatible with the D-Link DWL-650+ are:
D-Link DWL-520+ 2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop
computers
D-Link DI-614+ Wireless Broadband Router
D-Link DWL-900AP+ Wireless Access Point
Standards - Based Technology
The IEEE standard-based technology assures that the D-Link AirPlus
Products are interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless
technology. This means you will be able to transfer large files quickly or
even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable
delays. The technology works by using multiple frequencies in the 2.4GHz
range at speeds up to 22Mbps. D-Link AirPlus products will automatically
sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and
range possible with the technology.
802.1x provides an extra level of security to your wireless network. Through
its Authentication protocol (when 802.1x is activated), only clients with
802.1x authentication will be permitted to communicate in your network; all
other clients will be denied access.
network than has previously been available.
All devices on the network must be 802.1x compatible and must share the
same EAP type. For Authentication purposes you will need a radius server
in your network.
This is a far more secure wireless
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