Planet Technology 802.11g Wireless USB Adapter WLU-356L - Manual (Page 5)

PLANET WL-U356L User Manual 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
Complying with the IEEE802.11b/g standard, the WL-U356L provides simple, reliable, and
high-speed wireless connectivity for the desktop users. The WL-U356L is capable of offering up
to 54Mbps at 2.4GHz frequency bands.
Support of WPA and WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) with AES encryption keeps your wireless
communications away from unauthorized access and ensures secure data transfer. Backward
compatible with 802.11b standard, the WL-U356L is easier to join existing network and protect
your original investments. The WL-U356L also takes advantage of flexibility and convenience of
PCI interface.
1.1 Features
z IEEE 802.11b/g standard compliant
z Provides up to 54Mbps data rate at 2.4GHz
z Supports 64/128-Bit WEP, WPA, WAP2, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK functions for high
level of security
z Support of Ad-Hoc / Infrastructure mode
z Support of most popular operating systems including Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista
z Wireless connectivity without the hassles and cost of running cables
z Compliant with USB 1.1/2.0 standard
z Seamless integration with existing LAN through any IEEE 802.1b/g complaint Access
Point.
1.2 Specification
Interface USB 1.1 / 2.0, Type-A
Standards Conformance Compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g
Data Transfer Rate 11b : 1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11Mbps (auto sensing)
11g : 6 / 9 / 12 / 18 / 24 / 48 / 54Mbps (auto sensing)
Operating Mode Infrastructure Mode, Ad-Hoc Mode
Security WEP 64/128 Bit, WPA, WPA2 , WPA-PSK , WPA2-PSK
Modulation 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps);
802.11g: OFDM
Channels 2.412~2.462GHz(FCC, Canada)/11 Channels
2.412~2.4835GHz(Japan, TELEC)/14 Channels
2.412~2.472GHz(Euro ETSI)/13 Channels
Media Access Protocol CSMA / CA
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