Chapter 2 - Getting Started; About Your Draft 11N Wireless Usb2.0 Adapter; Package Content - SMC Networks SMCWUSB-N User Manual

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

2.1

About Your Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter

The EZ Connect™ N Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSB-N) is another cutting edge introduction
in 2.4GHz wireless communication for desktop and notebook computers. Designed for both the home and
office, this wireless USB2.0 adapter provides the speed, coverage and security expected by today's wireless
users. The SMCWUSB-N is 802.11n draft v2.0 compliant while maintaining full backwards compatibility with
the Wireless-G (802.11g) and Wireless-B (802.11b) standards. This next generation standard utilizes
advanced MIMO (Multiple-In, Multiple-Out) technology to deliver incredible speed and range. With wireless
speeds up to 300Mbps and extended coverage, there is enough bandwidth to simultaneously stream video
and audio, play online games, transfer large files, make VoIP calls and surf the Internet. With security being a
key consideration, SMCWUSB-N supports the latest WPA and WPA2 wireless encryption standards, which
prevent unauthorized access to wireless networks and ensure data is secure. Wireless security can also be set
up easily using Wi-Fi Protected Setup
SMCWUSB-N includes an easy installation wizard which guides you step-by-step through the process. Once
installed the WLAN utility allows you to scan for available wireless networks and manage multiple network
profiles so connecting becomes instantaneous.
The following lists the main features:
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IEEE802.11n draft v2.0 compliant
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Wireless speeds up to 300Mbps
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Increased speeds & coverage - up to 5x the speed of 802.11g
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Fully backwards compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks
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Stream HD video, Listen to digital music, Play online games, Transfer large files, Make VoIP calls &
Surf the Internet simultaneously
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WEP 64-/128-Bit, WPA & WPA2 wireless encryption
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EZ Installation Wizard for easy installation
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Supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista
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WLAN management utility
2.2 Package Contents
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EZ Connect™ N Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSB-N)
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EZ Installation Wizard & Documentation CD
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(WPS) that enables push button or PIN configuration. The
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