Belkin F5D6051 - Manual (Page 7)

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Product Features
The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in order to
communicate with other 802.11b-compliant wireless devices.
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2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation
• Wireless compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard
• USB interface
• 64- or 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
• Wireless access to networked resources
• Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer) networking
modes
• Data rate of up to 11Mbps
• Supports 11, 5.5, 2, or 1Mbps rates (auto-rollback)
• Easy installation and use
• LED Link indicator
Applications and Advantages
• Wireless roaming with a computer around the home or office
Offers the freedom of networking—without cables.
• Difficult-to-wire environments
Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open
areas where wiring is difficult to install.
• Frequently changing environments
Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or
change locations.
• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Sets up temporary networks such as at trade shows, exhibitions, and
construction sites, which need networks on a short-term basis; also
companies who need additional workstations for a peak activity period.
• SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs
Provides the easy and quick small network installation SOHO
users need.
Product Overview