User's Guide

Radio approvals
To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country, please check to see if the
radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacturer's OEM Regulatory
Guidance document.
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and the Intel(R) PRO/
Wireless 3945BG Network Connection
The information in this document applies to the following products:
Tri-mode wireless LAN adapters (802.11a/802.11b/802.11g )
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (model WM3945ABG)
Dual-mode wireless LAN adapters (802.11b/802.11g )
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection (model WM3945BG)
NOTE: Due to the evolving state of regulations and standards in the wireless LAN field (IEEE 802.11 and
similar standards), the information provided herein is subject to change. Intel Corporation assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the
information contained herein.
Information for the user
Safety Notices
USA—FCC and FAA
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
adapter, or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET
Bulletin 65, supplement C, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions
found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC’s recommended limits.
The following safety precautions should be observed:
● Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
● Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of
the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
● Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected; this behavior may cause
damage to the radio.
● Use in specific environments:
❍ The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of
such environments.
❍ The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
❍ The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital.
Antenna Use
● In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum
distance of 20 cm (8 inches) or more from the body of all persons.
● High-gain, wall-mount, or mast-mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at
a minimum distance of 30 cm (12 inches) or more from the body of all persons. Please contact your professional
installer, VAR, or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements.
Explosive Device Proximity Warning