User's Guide
Warning: To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, it is recommended for the adapter installed in
a desktop or portable computer, that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of at
least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons. It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned
closer than 20 cm (8 inches).
Warning: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN products are not designed for use with high-gain directional antennas. Use of
such antennas with these products in a manner other than as described in the previous section titled, “Antenna Use” is
illegal.
Use On Aircraft Caution
Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their
signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
Other Wireless Devices
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: See the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet
adapters or other devices in the wireless network.
Local Restrictions on 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n Radio Usage
Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n wireless LAN devices
may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n products are designed for use only in
specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use. As a user of these
products, you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were intended
and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use. The
device transmit power control (TPC) interface is part of the Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility Software.
Operational restrictions for Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) are provided by the system manufacturer. Any
deviation from the permissible power and frequency settings for the country of use is an infringement of national law and
may be punished as such.
For country-specific information, see the additional compliance information supplied with the product.
Wireless interoperability
The adapter is designed to be interoperable with other wireless LAN products that are based on direct sequence spread
spectrum (DSSS) radio technology and to comply with the following standards:
● IEEE Std. 802.11b compliant Standard on Wireless LAN
● IEEE Std. 802.11g compliant Standard on Wireless LAN
● IEEE Std. 802.11a compliant Standard on Wireless LAN
● IEEE Std. 802.11n draft 2.0 compliant on Wireless LAN
● Wireless Fidelity certification, as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance
The Intel(R) WiFi Link 5300 adapter, Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100 adapter and your health
The adapter, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this
device, however, is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones. The
adapter operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. These standards
and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and
committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or
environments, the use of the adapter may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of
the applicable organization. Examples of such situations may include:
● Using the adapter equipment on board airplanes, or
● Using the adapter equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services
is perceived or identified as being harmful.