Linksys WPC55AG Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter | 
 enlarge | Brand: Linksys
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $8.99
You Save: $41.00 (82%)
New (4) Used (3) from $8.99
Rating:  11 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP
Network Interface: PC Card
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 5 x 1 x 3
MPN: WPC55AG
Model: WPC55AG
UPC: 745883553914
EAN: 0745883553914
ASIN: B00008RUJM
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
| |
| Features:
| • | Universal wireless adapter connects your notebook PC to 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g networks | | • | Data rates up to 54 Mbps in 802.11g and 802.11a modes | | • | Also backwards compatible with popular 11 Mbps 802.11b devices and networks | | • | Advanced security features with up to 152-Bit WEP encryp-tion | | • | Easy to use Setup Wizard |
|
| Accessories:
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Product Description
The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G notebook adapter lets your notebook communicate with all three wireless network standards: 802.11b, 802.11a, and 802.11g. Typical 802.11b networks have a data rate of 11 Mbps, and are commonly found in corporate environments and in homes for household Internet connectivity without the need for running cables. They're also popping up all over the country in coffee shops, airports, hotels, convention centers, and other public spaces offering Internet "hot spots" to mobile users. In high-speed or heavy-usage environments, 802.11b is quickly being replaced by 802.11g, which uses the same 2.4 GHz radio band, but at 54 Mbps--almost five times faster. The third wireless network standard is 802.11a, which also runs at 54 Mbps, but operates in the less-crowded 5 GHz radio band. Corporations are the most common user of 802.11a networks. Whichever standard you use, the Dual-Band Wireless A+G notebook adapter is ready to connect. And it's simple to use. Just pop it into a PC Card slot and run the included Setup Wizard, which will walk you through the configuration. All wireless communications can be protected by up to 152-bit encryption, so your data stays secure. | 
See a comparison diagram of the different wireless technologies. | Wireless networks are rapidly becoming more popular and coming down in price. Since they don't require cables, you can use the devices anywhere in an office or home, even out on the patio. There's no need to roll out an Ethernet network cable to each room of a house; you can network anywhere--without wires. Outside the home, wireless networking is available in hotspots at coffee shops, businesses, and airports--great when you're on the road and need to get some work done. For convenience, wireless networking is the answer.
Which Wireless Standard Is Right for Me?
Now that you've decided to create a wireless network, the next step is to figure out which wireless standard to use. Basically, a standard is a set of specifications for a device. All devices that follow a specific standard share operating characteristics, such as the radio frequency used and maximum data transfer speed.
For wireless networking, there are three standards to choose from at this time: To learn about the differences between the standards and select the right one for your network, click here for an easy-to-understand chart. |
Product Description
The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter lets your notebook communicate with all three wireless network standards. With one PC Card, you can connect to Wireless-A (802.11a), Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) and Wireless-B (802.11b) networks.Wireless-B networks have a data rate of 11Mbps, and are commonly found in corporate environments and in homes for household Internet connectivity without the need for running cables. They're also popping up all over the country in coffee shops, airports, hotels, convention centers, and other public spaces offering "on the go" connectivity to mobile users.In high-speed or heavy usage environments, Wireless-B is quickly being replaced by a new standard, Wireless-G, which using the same 2.4GHz radio band, but at 54Mbps, is almost five times faster. The third wireless network standard is Wireless-A, which also runs at 54Mbps, but operates in the less-crowded 5GHz radio band. Wireless-A is mostly used in corporate installations.Whichever standard you encounter, the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter is ready to connect. And it's simple to use. Just pop it into a PC Card slot and run the included Setup Wizard, which will walk you through the configuration. All wireless communications can be protected by up to 152-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.Join the wireless revolution. With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter, you'll be ready to connect to all three types of wireless networks, wherever you go, now and in the future.
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 Linksys WPC55AG September 23, 2008
JW (Maryland, USA)
Received adapter within 3 days of ordering. Setup was painless but I changed to Microsoft Network Connection instead of Linksys. Works great, no complaints.
 Very Satisfied November 25, 2007
Rassoul (Illinois)
This transaction was very satisfactory. I think this was the cheapest I could get this adapter anywhere, and I had searched a few places, in stores and online.
Gets the work done May 7, 2007
Shiya (San Francisco)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I am very satisfied with this wireless network card. It is much easier to configure than my last network card. It is able to detect the networks right away. The connection is fast. The only drawback is when leaving the "Autodetect" of both network speeds on (for the A and the G networks speeds), it takes about 30 seconds to figure out the speed. But if I disable autodetection, it works in just a few seconds. I guess you just have to remember to switch the network protocol/speed when getting to a different wireless network, but still this feature is very nice to have in the case of occassional visits to customer sites and coffee shops.
Looking for a PCMCIA card for your FreeBSD notebook? March 15, 2007
Sivacrom (Minneapolis, MN USA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Look no further. FreeBSD 6.1 and later will recognize this card. Earlier versions of FreeBSD might work, too. But this card will do the trick. I am so glad I found this card!
University Purpose March 8, 2007
Jacqueline Penson
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This item is for the connection to a University wireless system, and this particuler unit was required.
|
|
|
