Chapter1 Introduction; Overview Of The Product; Features; Led Status - Medialink MWN-CB54G User Manual

Chapter1 Introduction

Thank you for choosing the MWN-CB54G 54M Wireless Adapter!

1.1 Overview of the Product

The adapter gives you the flexibility to install your notebook PC in the most convenient location
available, without the cost of running network cables.
The adapter's auto-sensing capability allows a high packet transfer rate of up to 54Mbps for
maximum throughput, or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due to distance or operating
limitations in an environment with a lot of electromagnetic interference. It can also interoperate
with all 11Mbps wireless (802.11b) products. Your wireless communications are protected by up
to 152-bit WEP and WPA encryption for high security.

1.2 Features

 Complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
 Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE 802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption,
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption
 Supports 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps or 11/5.5/2/1Mbps wireless LAN data transfer rates
 Provides 32-bit CardBus interface
 Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
 Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
 Ease to configure and provides monitoring information
 Supports Windows 2000, XP86, Vista32, Vista64
 Internal Antenna

1.3 LED Status

LED Indications
Status Green
Activity Green
Status Green
Activity Green
Status Green
Activity Green
MWN-CB54G
MWN-CB54G Working Status
Not lit
Disable Radio
Lit
Lit
The adapter is trying to scan a networking
connection.
Intermittently
Lit
The adapter is transmitting or receiving
data.
Flashing
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