Description

The easy way to connect your desktop or notebook to a high-speed wireless network
Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. By incorporating two new, blazing fast technologies - USB 2.0 and Wireless-G - the Adapter delivers data rates up to 54Mbps (5 times as fast as 802.11b), without the trouble of opening up the case of your desktop computer.
To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary. The included Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the Adapter to your wireless network settings, step by step. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter is also compatible with the Wireless-B (802.11b) network standard, with data rates up to 11Mbps. And your wireless communications can be protected by 128-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.
The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter's high-gain antenna lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network. Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.
So don't hassle with running cables through your house - get connected the easy way with the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter.

Specifications

General

 

Device Type

Network adapter

Form Factor

External

Interface (Bus) Type

Hi-Speed USB

Width

9.1 cm

Depth

7.1 cm

Height

2.3 cm

Weight

80 g

Localisation

United Kingdom

Networking

 

Connectivity Technology

Wireless

Data Link Protocol

IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Spread Spectrum Method

DSSS

Data Transfer Rate

54 Mbps

Line Coding Format

CCK, OFDM

Frequency Band

2.4 GHz

Status Indicators

Link activity, power

Compliant Standards

IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Aerial

 

Antenna

External integrated

Expansion / Connectivity

 

Interfaces

1 x network - Radio-Ethernet

Connections

1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A

Miscellaneous

 

Cables Included

1 x USB cable ( external )

Encryption Algorithm

128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP

Compliant Standards

Plug and Play, FCC Class B certified, CE

Software / System Requirements

 

Software Included

Drivers & Utilities

OS Required

Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP

Peripheral / Interface Devices

CD-ROM, USB port

Manufacturer Warranty

 

Service & Support

3 years warranty

Service & Support Details

Limited warranty - 3 years

Environmental Parameters

 

Min Operating Temperature

0 °C

Max Operating Temperature

40 °C

Humidity Range Operating

10 - 85%