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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 Overview of the product
The NetComm NP545 USB Wireless Adapter gives you the flexibility to install your PC or notebook PC in the
most convenient location available, without the cost of running the network cables.
Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer 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 128-bit WEP and WPA/WPA2 encryption, so your data stays secure.
1.2 Features
• Complies with IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b standards
• Supports WPA data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption, 64/128-bit WEP encryption,
WPA2
• Supports 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps or 11/5.5/3/2/1Mbps wireless LAN data transfer rates
• Provides USB interface
• Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
• Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
• Eases configuration and provides monitoring information
• Supports Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, Vista
• Internal Antenna
1.3 LED Status
The LED on the top of this card indicates Link/Act status. It blinks at green light when sending and
receiving data.