User guide

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How fast can I access my network?
The Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card supports all IEEE 802.11a data rates of 6, 9,
12, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps and Turbo Mode at 72 Mbps.
2. What is the range for network access,and how reliable is the connection?
The range for network access is approximately 100 meters (300 feet) indoors and 300
meters (1,000 feet) outdoors.
3. Can I operate an 802.11b network in the same area or vicinity?
Networks based on the IEEE 802.11b standard can coexist with networks based on
the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card because each network operates in its own
frequency band. IEEE 802..11b operates at 2.4 GHz while IEEE 802.11a operates at 5.0
GHz
4. Can I perform realtime multimedia functions QOS?
Yes, the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card supports Quality of Service for realtime
multimedia applications. This allows multiple video, audio, voice, data, and telephony
applications to coexist on the same radio channel. The Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC
Card is compatible with CableLabs CQoS, Microsoft GQoS and IEEE 802.1 p/q
Quality of Service.
5. Can I share my network resources, such as printers,drivers and my shared Internet
connection?
The Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card is a fully functional networking device, it
allows ICS (Internet connection sharing), printer sharing, and drive sharing. Please
refer to section V of this manual, “Configuring and File and Print Sharing,” for further
help.
6. Will my network be affected by my cordless phone or microwave oven?
No. The Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card operates at a radio frequency of
5.0GHz, most microwaves operate around the 2.4 GHz range, and most handsets at
900MHz to 2.4 GHz. Therefore, enough of a spectral separation exists for the
operation of IEEE 802.11a networks without interference.
Frequently Asked Questions