Introduction - TRENDnet TEW-301PC User Manual

2. Introduction

The TEW-301PC Wireless CardBus Adapter is an enhanced 802.11b high-
performance, wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking at
home, at work or in public places.
Unlike most 802.11b network cards, the TEW-301PC provides speeds of up to 22
Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other TRENDware
products.
The TEW-301PC is also compatible with existing 802.11b devices.
It is an ideal way to connect one laptop computer to a Wireless Local Area
Network (WLAN.) After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation
Guide (included in the package) you will have the ability to share information and
resources, such as files and printers, and take full advantage of a "connected"
environment for work or play!
The TEW-301PC includes software drivers for the most popular Microsoft
Windows operating systems (Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me,
Windows 98) and can be integrated into a larger network, running, in either Ad
Hoc mode (without an Access Point) or Infrastructure mode (with an Access
Point.) Please take a look at our Getting Started section in this manual to see
examples of typical network setups using the TEW-301PC in both
Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc modes.
This manual provides a quick introduction to wireless technology and its
application as it relates to networking. Take a moment to read through this
manual and get acquainted with wireless technology.
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