Linksys WPC51AB Network Card User Manual


 
Dual-Band Wireless A+B Notebook Adapter
Chapter 1:Introduction
The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+B Notebook Adapter lets your notebook
communicate with today’s wireless network standard and prepares you for the
future. With one PC Card, you can connect with the 2.4GHz, 802.11b wireless
networks so prevalent in homes, businesses and public “hotspots” already, and
also a growing number of 5GHz, 802.11a networks that are spreading across
the country.
It’s simple to use. Just pop it into a PC Card slot, and run the included Setup
Wizard, which will walk you through the configuration. To keep your commu-
nications secure, the PC Card supports up to 152-bit data encryption.
802.11b wireless networks are commonly found in corporate environments and
are used in homes for household Internet connectivity without the need for run-
ning cables. They’re also popping up all over the country in coffee shops, air-
ports, hotels, convention centers, and other public spaces offering “on-the-go”
connectivity to mobile users. The 802.11a standard is almost five times faster
than 802.11b, and operates in the less crowded 5GHz radio band, but it’s not as
common—yet. It is quickly being deployed wherever higher-speed connectivi-
ty is desired.
Join the wireless revolution. With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless Notebook
Adapter, you’ll be ready to connect to either type of wireless network, wherev-
er you go, now and in the future.
Connects to Either 802.11b (2.4GHz) or 802.11a (5GHz) Networks without
Changing Adapters
Up to 152-bit WEP Encryption
Easy-to-use Setup Wizard
Detailed Monitoring and Performance Utility
802.11b and 802.11a Compliant
Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US
Calls
1-Year Limited Warranty
The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Notebook Adapter
Features
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Instant Wireless
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Series
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 30
Common Problems and Solutions 30
Frequently Asked Questions 31
Appendix B: Glossary 35
Appendix C: Specifications 40
Environmental 41
Appendix D: Warranty Information 42
Appendix E: Contact Information 43