NetGear RangeMax WPN311 Review

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June 14th, 2005


Summary

The WPN311 802.11b/g RangeMax Wireless PCI Adapter from Netgear brings blazing wireless speeds and improved range to desktop PCs. It is optimized for use with the RangeMax Wireless Router (sold separately) which adjusts to the interference and physical barriers at home, and delivers up to 500,000 square feet of coverage. With this router/adapter combination, the problem of fading Internet connections is eliminated - giving you the freedom to work or play from virtually anywhere in your home. Powerful features like WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Pre-Shared Key) Security ensure that your network is safe from unauthorized users. Setup is quick and easy with the SmartWizard install assistant. Compatible with both 802.11b and 802.11g standards, this PCI adapter lets you place your desktop PC anywhere in your home without the need for repeaters, range extenders or boosters.

Specs

Key Features

Form Factor  Internal Adapter 
 
Interface Compatibility  PCI 
 
Standard  IEEE 802.11g/b 
Wireless
Operating Frequency  2.4 GHz 
 
802.11b Data Rates  11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps 
 
802.11g Data Rates  108 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 28 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps 
 
802.11b/g Channels North America  11 
 
802.11b/g Channels Europe  13 
 
802.11b/g Channels Japan  14 
Security
WEP Encryption  40 bit (=64 bit), 128 bit 
 
Security  WEP, WPA 
Other Features
Operating Systems  Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows XP 
 
Package Qty.  1 
Dimensions
Width  .86 in. 
 
Depth  5.23 in. 
 
Height  4.76 in. 
 
Weight  4.41 oz. 
Warranty
Warranty  1 Year 


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