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PURE NETWORKING 802.11G WIRELESS

Connect wireless devices together to

form a LAN or WAN at speeds of up to 54 Mbps!

Key Features

Link PCs, access points, and routers to your wireless LAN or WAN.

Connect wired devices to a wireless LAN or WAN via the Access Point with Switch.

Transfer data at speeds up to 54 Mbps!

Conforms to the 802.11g standard, and is backward compatible with the 802.11b standard.

Compatible with Windows® 98 SE/Me/ XP, Windows 2000, and Windows NT®.

Send high-volume data traffic over your wireless network via

the 802.11g Ethernet compliant Pure Networking wireless products. The powerful, backward-compatible 802.11g standard allows you to include your older existing 802.11b equipment in your wireless network. And wireless network technology can help cut your installed cable costs.

Since they conform to the 802.11g Ethernet standard, the Pure Networking wireless products work with Microsoft Windows® and Macintosh® OS. And they provide high data throughput, plus multimedia data bandwidth.

Like the less-powerful 802.11b standard, 802.11g also operates in the 2.4-GHz band. But unlike the previous standard, which only

allowed speeds of up to 11 Mbps, the 802.11g standard provides link speeds of up to 54 Mbps. That’s 180% faster!

But if you still have 802.11b devices in your network, our 802.11g devices are backward- compatible so you won’t have to replace 802.11b equipment that you already own.

Connect the wireless way with adapters

Need to link PCs together? No problem. We’ve got a wireless adapter that’ll work with your PC, whether it has a PCMCIA or PCI slot, or just a USB port (no slot required for USB).

Choose from the Cardbus (PCMCIA) Adapter (LW6000A), the PCI Adapter (LW6001A), and the High-Gain USB Adapter (LW6002A).

The Cardbus (PCMCIA)

Adapter is used for laptop and notebook computers. It fits into the computer’s PCMCIA slot. The adapter has two power-saving features: Not only is the adapter’s power consumption very low, but you can also control how long the adapter’s attached devices’ power stays on.

The PCI Adapter supports the 32-bit PCI standard and installs in the PCI slot of your desktop computer. It includes a detachable antenna with a 3-ft. (0.9-m) cable.

Compatible with any computer that has a USB port, the High-Gain USB Adapter has a Type A USB connector. It conforms to the USB

2.0specification and is backwards compatible with USB versions 1.0 and 1.1.

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802.11G specifications

The Black Box 802.11G is a versatile wireless networking device designed to provide high-speed internet connectivity and robust performance for various environments, including homes, offices, and educational institutions. This product is part of the 802.11 series, which adheres to the IEEE standards for wireless LANs, specifically optimized for the G band. With a maximum data transfer rate of 54 Mbps, the 802.11G technology represents a significant advancement over its predecessor, 802.11B, which offers speeds of up to 11 Mbps.

One of the standout features of the Black Box 802.11G is its backward compatibility, ensuring seamless integration with older devices that support 802.11B. This adaptability makes it an ideal solution for organizations looking to upgrade their networking infrastructure without replacing all existing equipment. The device operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band, which enables a solid range and the ability to penetrate walls, making it suitable for standard indoor usage.

In terms of security, the Black Box 802.11G router incorporates multiple encryption protocols, including Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), and WPA2, which provide users with varying levels of security based on their needs. These encryption methods protect data from unauthorized access, ensuring reliable connections even in crowded network environments.

The device also supports multiple technologies, such as Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Channel Width Adjustment, which enhance performance by minimizing interference from other wireless devices and optimizing bandwidth. Built with Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technology, the Black Box 802.11G can transmit and receive multiple signals simultaneously, significantly increasing data throughput and reliability.

User-friendly features in the Black Box 802.11G include a simple setup interface that allows for quick configuration and management, often available through a web-based portal. Advanced users can benefit from customizable settings, including Quality of Service (QoS), which prioritizes bandwidth for high-demand applications such as video streaming and online gaming.

In summary, the Black Box 802.11G combines robust performance, backward compatibility, and a host of security and management features in a single wireless networking device. Whether for personal or professional use, it delivers reliable connectivity and speed, making it an excellent choice for modern networking needs.