3Com Megahertz
Wireless Adapter User Guide
Features 

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Features

The AirConnect wireless network offers performance comparable to Ethernet networks, but without the restraints of network cables. The AirConnect product family includes the 3CRWE737A PC Card described in this manual.

AirConnect adapters use IEEE 802.11HR direct-sequence-based technology to extend the range and versatility of a network. They provide a high-capacity link across multiple access points within large or small indoor environments. AirConnect product-family features include:

AirConnect PC Card operating features include:

AirConnect Wireless LAN adapters support a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. (The data rate drops back to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps when the adapter cannot establish or maintain an 11 Mbps association.) Factors that can affect the data rate include:

Roaming means the AirConnect PC Card will maintain your network connection as you roam between Access Points in the same subnet. You can also roam across routers, depending on how your Extended Roaming configuration is set. When configured for Extended Roaming, the wireless client retains its network address as it moves between subnets, between Ethernet segments, or from an Ethernet segment to a wireless LAN. See Easy Setup for details.

The wireless LAN PC Card supports Continuous Active and Power Save Polling power-management modes.