User's Manual Part 1

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Wireless Basics
Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go where
wires cannot go.
Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for
wireless LAN hardware might be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware,
overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs will be significantly lower.
Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments requiring
frequent moves, adds, and changes.
Scalability – Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) can be configured in a
variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications and
installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer
networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks
of thousands of users that allow roaming over a broad area.
D-Link AirPlus Wireless Family of LAN products include:
♦ 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers
(DWL-650)
♦ 2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers (DWL-520)
♦ 2.4GHz Wireless Access Points (DWL-700AP)
♦ 2.4GHz Wireless Broadband Router (DI-604)
Standards - Based Technology
The IEEE standard-based technology assures that the D-Link AirPlus
Products are interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless
technology. This means you will be able to transfer large files quickly or
even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable
delays. The technology works by using multiple frequencies in the 2.4GHz
range at speeds up to 11 Mbps. D-Link AirPlus products will automatically
sense the best possible connection speed to ensure optimal network
performance.
The DWL-700AP Wireless Access Point is 802.1x compatible.
The 802.1x standard solves the problem of ensuring the safety of wireless
networks by allowing for an additional layer of security. With two levels of