Linksys WAP11 v.2.6 manual Introduction, Instant Wireless Network Access Point, Features

Instant Wireless® Series

Appendix C: Glossary	39
Appendix D: Specifications	47
Environmental	48
Appendix E: Warranty Information	49
Appendix F: Contact Information	50

Wireless Network Access Point

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Instant Wireless Network Access Point

Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Wireless Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your network your way. Utilization of “state-of-the-art” wireless technology gives you the ability to set up workstations in ways you never thought possible; no cables to install means less expense and less hassle.

The Wireless Access Point’s high-powered antennas offer a wide range of oper- ation, so you get seamless roaming throughout your wireless LAN infrastruc- ture. An advanced user authentication feature ensures a high level of network security, and Windows-based diagnostics and statistic tools ensure that you’ll always be in control. The Wireless Access Point is easy-to-install and easy-to- use—just plug it in and you’re ready to go!

When all of these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and power-efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking—the Linksys Wireless Access Point.

Features

•High-Speed Data Transfer Rates of up to 11Mbps

•Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS), 2.4GHz Compliant Equipment

•Provides Roaming, Best Access Point Selection, Load Balancing, and Network Traffic Filtering

•Wireless Access Point Roaming and Bridging

•Hardware Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)

•Free Software Driver Upgrades

•Compatible with Virtually All Major Operating Systems

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