User's Guide

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, 802.11n, and 802.16e Radio Usage
Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.16e wireless LAN
devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.16e 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
NOTE: In this section, all references to "the adapter" refer equally to the Intel(R) WiFi Link 5300 and Intel(R)
WiFi Link 5100 adapters.
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 adapter meets 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
Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or
in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
Antenna Warnings