User's Guide Part 1

Wireless-G Notebook Adapter
Chapter 1:Introduction
Wireless-G is the upcoming 54Mbps wireless networking standard that's
almost five times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B (802.11b) prod-
ucts found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the coun-
try — but since they share the same 2.4GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices
can also work with existing 11Mbps Wireless-B equipment. The new Wireless-
G Notebook Adapter from Linksys has both standards built in, so you can con-
nect your notebook to existing 802.11b infrastructure, and also the new scream-
ing fast Wireless-G networks. The included Setup Wizard will walk you
through configuring the adapter to your network's settings, step by step. Then
just slide it into your notebook's PC Card slot and enjoy network access with
your notebook computer, while retaining true mobility.
Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the
Internet, and share files and other resources such as printers and network stor-
age with other computers on the network, wherever you wander. At home, you
can surf the web or use instant messaging to chat with friends while sitting out
on the patio.You'll also be able to connect with any of the growing number of
public wireless hotspots springing up in coffee shops, airport lounges, hotels
and convention centers. And as those hotspots upgrade to the new high-speed
Wireless-G standard, you'll be ready to take advantage of the increased
speeds.Get connected to current-standard 802.11b networks today, and be pre-
pared for the future with the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter from Linksys.
• High-speed Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) networking for your notebook com-
puter
• Data rates up to 54Mbps -- 5 times faster than Wireless-B (802.11b)
• Also interoperates with Wireless-B networks (at 11Mbps)
• Wireless security -- up to 128-bit WEP encryption
• Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US
Calls
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
The Wireless-G Notebook Adapter
Features
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Series
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 28
Common Problems and Solutions 28
Frequently Asked Questions 29
Appendix B: Glossary 33
Appendix C: Specifications 38
Environmental 39
Appendix D: Warranty Information 40
Appendix E: Contact Information 41