3Com OfficeConnect Wireless Compact USB Adapter Datasheet
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High-Speed Connectivity
For simple, reliable, high-speed wireless
connections for both desktop and note-
book users, choose the 3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Wireless 54 Mbps 11g
Compact USB Adapter. Users can access
network resources, the Internet, and e-mail
at speeds up to 54 Mbps over secure wire-
less connections.
Multiple Security Features
To keep wireless connections private, the
54 Mbps 11g USB adapter supports
advanced WPA and AES encryption as well
as basic WEP encryption. The USB adapter
also supports the latest 802.1X authentica-
tion to help protect against unauthorized
users.
Simple Installation and Use
Preset defaults make setup and operation
easy. Wireless Card Manager software lets
an administrator create profiles for mobile
users that reflect specific wireless LAN
settings for each place they travel: users
just select the proper profile and they are
configured for connection.
Flexible Operation
The sleek, compact USB adapter offers the
flexibility and convenience of USB connec-
tions without sacrificing performance. The
USB extension cable works with a variety
of desktop and notebook designs. Users
have a choice of communicating over the
WLAN via ad hoc or infrastructure
connectivity modes.
Reliable Connections
Dynamic rate shifting automatically
matches the best connection speed in
response to physical and traffic conditions
so wireless connections stay reliable.
Key Benefits
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Wireless 54 Mbps
11g Compact USB Adapter
• Both desktop and notebook
users can enjoy the freedom and
convenience of wireless LANs
• High-speed 54 Mbps wireless
connections and USB 2.0 support
help ensure throughput for
multimedia or other high-
bandwidth applications
• The latest in standards-based
security keeps wireless
transmissions private and
network resources safe from
unauthorized users
DATA SHEET
Description
HIGH-SPEED, STANDARDS-BASED CONNECTIVITY
802.11g support
Mobile users enjoy access to network resources at speeds up to 54 Mbps over a wide coverage range.
802.11b compatibility
High-speed 11g standard also supports 11b networks, preserving existing equipment investments.
Wi-Fi certification
Helps ensure interoperability with Wi-Fi certified products from other vendors.
MULTIPLE SECURITY FEATURES
Multiple encryption and authentication schemes
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
encryption protect communications over the wireless LAN and helps ensure that only authorized users access
the network.
802.1X server authentication
The latest in standards-based wireless security helps ensure that only authorized users access the network.
SIMPLE INSTALLATION AND USE
Wireless Card Manager
Lets administrators create profiles for each place mobile users travel. Also displays connection status and
features simple-to-use diagnostic tools.
Dynamic rate shifting
Keeps network connections continuously available as mobile users roam by automatically matching the best
connection speed.
Infrastructure and ad-hoc connection modes
Give users communication flexibility: choose ad hoc for simple two-way transmissions or infrastructure mode
for expanded connectivity through an access point.
Features