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USB1500 Wireless PC LAN Adapter
Chapter 1 :
Getting to Know Your ParkerVision
Wireless LAN Adapter
This chapter introduces the main features of the ParkerVision Wireless LAN Adapter
1.1 Introduction
The ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Adapter is an 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b wireless USB adapter and has a standard USB port which connects to a standard computer USB port. Its maximum 11 Mbps data rate gives equivalent Ethernet speed to access corporate networks, home networks, or the Internet in a wireless environment. The ParkerVision Wireless USB LAN Adapter gives you wireless communication with any
1.2 Features of the ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Adapter
The following are the essential features of the ParkerVision Wireless USB LAN Adapter .
•Supports data rate of 1,2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps
•Range of one mile in an open environment, when used with a ParkerVision wireless access point
•Supports
•Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and computer Network LAN
•Helps to augment existing networks quickly and easily
•Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust, interference- resistant, and secure wireless connections capabilities
•Network connectivity minus the cost of cabling
•Supports, Windows 2000/XP
•Supports Plug and Play
•Ease of installation
•Flexibility and mobility to locate or move networked computers
1.3 Applications
The ParkerVision Wireless LAN Adapter offers fast, reliable and
•Remote Access capability to Corporate Networks for email, fi le transfer and terminal emulation access.
•Diffi cult to Wire Environments - For use in historical or old buildings, asbestos installations and open areas where wiring is impossible to deploy.
•Frequently Changing Environments - For retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently
•Temporary LAN’s for Special Projects or During Peak Time - For trade shows, exhibitions