NETGEAR WG311 Wireless-G PCI Adapter

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At 54 Mbps, this wireless 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g PCI card is much faster than existing 11 Mbps wireless networks and will supercharge the delivery of media-rich content to your desktop PC as never before. It easily handles huge digital video and MP3 files, firing them through your network at blazing speeds. It gives you continuous access to your home wireless router or office network, saves the time and expense of installing Ethernet cabling when you want to set up or expand a network, and makes it simple to relocate your desktop PC without rewiring. Moreover, it allows network users to wirelessly share a broadband Internet connection for access to corporate resources, the Internet, and e-mail - all with the highest available level of industry standard WEP encryption security.
Manufacturer		Netgear, Inc
Manufacturer Part Number		WG311NA
Manufacturer Website Address		www.netgear.com
Brand Name		Netgear
Product Name		WG311 Wireless PCI Adapter
Product Type		Wi-Fi Adapter
Technical Information	ISM Band	Yes
	ISM Minimum Frequency	2.412 GHz
	ISM Maximum Frequency	2.472 GHz
	Wireless Transmission Speed	54 Mbps
	Transmission Speed Details	54 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 48 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 36 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 24 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 18 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 12 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 9 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11g 6 Mbps IEEE 802.11g 11 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b 5.5 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b 2 Mbps Auto-fallback IEEE 802.11b 1 Mbps IEEE 802.11b
	Wireless Security	40-bit (also called 64-bit),128-bit WEP encryption
Interfaces/Ports	Host Interface	PCI
Physical Characteristics	Dimensions	4.76" Height x 5.23" Width x 0.86" Thickness
	Shipping Dimensions	6.75" Height x 9" Width x 2" Depth
	Weight	4.41 oz
	Shipping Weight	0.58 lb
Miscellaneous	Package Contents	54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Resource CD Installation guide Warranty card Support information card
	Additional Information	Blazing - fast: This high-speed 802.11g PCI card delivers large files in the blink of an eye - up to five times faster than 802.11b, allowing wireless video streaming for the first time ever. Dynamic rate shifting according to environmental conditions achieves the fastest possible connections. Efficient: Adds convenient mobility and reliable standards-based wireless connectivity to a network from a desktop PC via an 802.11b, 802.11g, or dual-band router or access point. Makes the most of your broadband connection, allowing network users to wirelessly share one IP address. Quickly and easily networks employees for ongoing access to corporate resources, e-mail, and the Internet. Safe & Simple: Secure 40/64 and 128-bit Wired Equivalency Protection (WEP) encryption allows for secure data transfer and increased shielding from wireless eavesdroppers. Supports Virtual Private Network (VPN) pass-through for protected communication over the public Internet. Simple to install and use.
	System Requirements	Pentium III Class PC with an available PCI 2.2 compliant slot 20 Mb of free hard drive space
	Compatibility	Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 and XP
	Certifications & Standards	IEEE: IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b Electromagnetic Compliance: FCC Part 15 Sub Class B CE
Warranty		3 Year

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