OfficeConnect Wireless 108Mbps 11g XJACK PC Card

A NIC or Network Interface Card is a circuit board or chip, which allows the computer to communicate to other computers on a Network. When connected to the network, computers can share websites, files, printers and other resources. The most popular networking standard at the moment is Ethernet, which one can recognize by the rectangular connectors with eight wires in them. Wireless network with the 802.11b and the faster 802.11g standard is also increasingly popular, both at home and in the office, though it is not yet as fast as wired (ethernet) network. A public place where you can use wireless internet is called a "hot spot".

Secure High-Speed Wireless Connectivity

With this secure, ultra high-speed wireless PC Card, mobile users can roam the office while accessing network resources, the Internet, and e-mail at speeds up to 108 Mbps. Super G packet bursting, compression, fast frames, and dynamic turbo features automatically boost performance dynamically, without user intervention. Dynamic rate shifting matches ... More>>> the best connection speed in response to physical and traffic conditions so wireless connections stay reliable. The PC Card supports advanced WPA and AES encryption as well as basic WEP encryption to protect wireless transmissions; the latest 802.1X authentication also helps protect against unauthorized users.

3Com's patented XJACK antenna extends for excellent reception then tucks safely away for traveling. For communication flexibility, users have a choice of connecting to the WLAN via ad hoc or infrastructure modes. Preset defaults make setup and operation easy.
It's wireless—no need to drill holes or run Ethernet cabling to set up your network

- High-speed 108 Mbps data rate is ideal for multimedia or other high bandwidth applications.
- Advanced WPA and AES encryption and basic WEP encryption help keep wireless transmissions private.
- 802.1X server authentication helps ensure that only authorized uses access the network.
- Dynamic packet bursting increases throughput by sending more frames per given time period.
- Hardware compression automatically enhances throughput by compressing data frames in real time without affecting the host processor.
- Fast frames automatically extends frame size to transmit more data per frame, boosting efficiency with less overhead.
- Dynamic/static Turbo mode doubles the effective transmission rate by combining two channels; dynamic mode automatically adjusts bandwidth for need and environment.
- Dynamic rate shifting automatically matches the best connection speed in response to changing traffic and environmental conditions.
- 802.11g is backward compatible with 11b networks; supports distances up to 100 meters (328 ft).
- For communication flexibility, supports infrastructure mode through an access point, or ad hoc mode for direct peer-to-peer connectivity.
- Simple installation with plug-and-play operation and an easy-to-use configuration.
- Wireless Card Manager lets administrators creates profiles for mobile users that reflect specific settings for each place they roam, displays connection status, and features simple-to-use diagnostic tools.
- 3Com-patented XJACK antenna design extends for use and retracts for safe transport and to conserve power; no need to remove the PC Card from the notebook while traveling.
- Wi-Fi certification helps ensure interoperability with certified products from other vendors. <<<Less