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High Performance and Wide Coverage
For simple, reliable, high-speed 802.11g
wireless connections choose a winning trio:
the 3Com
®
OfficeConnect®Wireless 11g
Access Point, 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless
11g PC Card, and 3Com OfficeConnect
Wireless 11g USB Adapter. With these
products, users can roam about the office—
accessing network resources and the
Internet at speeds up to 54 Mbps—ideal
for high-bandwidth applications.
Performance-boosting features such as
packet bursting, compression, and concatenation increase the effective transmission
speed with no user intervention.
Compatible
Your existing wireless network investment
is preserved because the 3Com
OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point
supports 802.11b as well as 802.11g wireless devices. Wi-Fi certification helps
ensure interoperability with certified products from other vendors.
Economical
Wireless networks can be a viable alternative to wired network expansions and an
attractive solution for home and branch
offices, remote sites, and classrooms. Since
there’s no need to drill holes or run
Ethernet cabling, it’s also cost-effective for
temporary networks. The access point
supports up to 128 simultaneous users,
which gives your organization plenty of
room to grow.
Simple Installation and Use
Setup and operation are extraordinarily
easy, making these OfficeConnect products
an intelligent choice for first-time wireless
users and small offices; typically no manual
configuration is required. To speed setup
for specific configurations, a single access
point configuration can be copied to other
access points on the network. The PC Card
and USB adapter Wireless Card Manager
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 for
instant connection.
Convenient
For added flexibility, PRISM Nitro
Directlink enables wireless users to establish direct, secure high-speed links while
still maintaining communications with an
access point.
Secure
To protect wireless connections, these
products support up to 256-bit WPA
encryption for high-level security, and
40/64- and 128-bit WEP shared-key
encryption for legacy clients.
Reliable Connections
Dynamic rate shifting automatically
matches the best connection speed in
response to physical and traffic conditions
so wireless connections stay reliable. Clear
Channel Select enables the access point to
scan the spectrum and select the least busy
channel.
Key Benefits
3Com®OfficeConnect®Wireless 11g
Access Point, PC Card, and USB Adapter
• 802.11g standard supports
speeds up to 54 Mbps at
distances up to 100 coverage
meters (328 feet)*.
• 11g access point supports up to
128 simultaneous users,
allowing plenty of room for
growth.
•Wi-Fi certifiication ensures
interoperability with Wi-Fi
certified products from other
vendors.
DATA SHEET
*Range depends on physical conditions, building construction, electrical devices in the area, and otherenvi-
ronmental factors.
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Features
Description
POWERFUL
High-speed access and wide 802.11g standard supports speeds up to 54 Mbps at distances up to 100 coverage meters (328 feet)*.
Packet bursting Increases throughput by sending more frames per given time period;benefits 11g and 11b wireless clients.
Real-time hardware compression (PC Card Reduces data frame size for faster throughput with no impact to the host processor.
and USB Adapter)
Concatenation & piggyback Combines multiple small data packets into a "jumbo" 802.11 packet and eliminates redundant messages to
acknowledge (PC Card and USB Adapter) improve network efficiency.
User growth support The 11g access point supports up to 128 simultaneous users, allowing plenty of room for growth.
COMPATIBLE
Backward–compatible to 802.11b The 11g access point supports both 802.11g and 802.11b users, preserving existing wireless investments.
Wi-Fi certified Helps ensure interoperability with Wi-Fi certified products from other vendors.
EASY TO USE
Simple installation No need to drill holes or run Ethernet cabling to set up your network.
Wireless Card Manager (PC Card and USB Adapter) Lets administrators create profiles for each place mobile users travel. Also displays connection status and
features simple-to-use diagnostic tools.
USB adapter with hinged antenna and swiveling Delivers the flexibility and convenience of USB connections without sacrificing performance. Hinged antenna
USB connector works with a variety of desktop or notebook designs.
Access Point Discovery program Automatically identifies network access points for easy setup and configuration.
Save and restore feature (Access Point) Copies settings to additional devices on the network, simplifying and speeding setup of additional access
points.
Web-based administration (Access Point) Familiar browser interface lets administrators configure and manage access points from anywhere on the
network.
CONVENIENT
PRISM Nitro Directlink (PC Card and USB Adapter) For added flexibility, enables wireless users to automatically establish a secure, two-way high-speed
connection while maintaining communications with an AP.
RELIABLE
Dynamic rate shifting Automatically matches the best connection speed in response to changing traffic and environmental conditions.
Clear Channel Select (Access Point) Selects the channel with the least traffic for clear, quick connections.
SECURE
WPA and WEP encryption Help keep wireless transmissions private using up to 256-bit encryption.
*Range depends on physical conditions, building construction, electrical devices in the area, and other environmental factors.
Specifications
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point
Specifications
Minimum System Requirements
Computer with an Ethernet 10BASE-T, 10/100, or
10/100/1000 interface configured for Internet communication. Operating system that supports an Ethernet
connection with an IP stack. Installation CD requires
Windows 98SE/ME/XP/2000. For wireless access, PCs
and laptops require 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a/b/g
PC, PCI, or USB cards and adapters.
Users Supported
128 simultaneous users
Physical Ports
LAN: 1 10/100 Port
Receive Sensitivity
802.11g
54 Mbps: -66 dBm
48 Mbps: -69 dBm
36 Mbps: -72 dBm
24 Mbps: -75 dBm
18 Mbps: -79 dBm
12 Mbps: -82 dBm
9 Mbps: -82 dBm
6 Mbps: -85 dBm
802.11b
11 Mbps: -82 dBm
5.5 Mbps: -85 dBm
2 Mbps: -87 dBm
1 Mbps: -90 dBm
Performance Features
Clear Channel Select, packet bursting
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Specifications
Installation, Configuration, and Management
Browser-based access point administration
Wireless-installation and device-discovery wizards
Pre-set defaults
Save and restore configuration files
LED Indicators
Power; Alert/diagnostics
LAN port status—Link, Speed, and Activity
WLAN port status—Link, Activity
Dimensions and Weight
Height: 2.5 cm (1 in)
Width: 22 cm (8.7 in)
Depth: 13.5 cm (5.3 in)
Weight: 592 g (1.3 lb)
Power
Supplied with external OfficeConnect®power adapter:
Operating input voltage: 10–30V
Operating frequency: 47–63Hz
Maximum power consumption: 6.5W
Maximum power transmit output: 17dBm
Regulatory/Agency Approvals
Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950 CSA 22.7 #950, IEC 60950
Emissions: EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, FCC Part 15,
Class B ICES-003 Class B, CNS 13438 Class A
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68), UL Listed—CSA
certified
Environmental Range
Operating temperature:
0° to 40°C (32° to 105°F)
Non-operating temperature:
-40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)
Operating humidity:
0 to 90% non-condensing
Package Contents
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point
OfficeConnect power adapter
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM with Access Point Discovery program and
user guide
One straight-through category 5 UTP patch cable
Four rubber feet
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g PC Card and USB
Adapter Specifications
System Requirements
PC Card: Notebook PC with an available Type II or
Type III 32-bit PC Card slot (3.3V)
USB Adapter: Notebook or desktop PC with USB port;
USB 2.0 required for 54 Mbps data rate
Notebook or desktop PC must be running Windows
98SE/ME/XP/ 2000
Drivers/Supported Operating Systems
NDIS 5: Windows ME, 2000, 98SE
NDIS 5.1: Windows XP
Receive Sensitivity (PC Card)
802.11g
54 Mbps: -67.6 dBm
48 Mbps: -69.6 dBm
36 Mbps: -78.8 dBm
24 Mbps: -79.8 dBm
18 Mbps: -85.4 dBm
12 Mbps: -85.6 dBm
9 Mbps: -88.5 dBm
6 Mbps: -88.0 dBm
802.11b
11 Mbps: -82.8 dBm
5.5 Mbps: -78.8 dBm
2 Mbps: -89.9 dBm
1 Mbps: -89.9 dBm
Receive Sensitivity (USB Adapter)
802.11g
54 Mbps: -68 dBm
48 Mbps: -68 dBm
36 Mbps: -75 dBm
24 Mbps: -79 dBm
18 Mbps: -82 dBm
12 Mbps: -84 dBm
9 Mbps: -87 dBm
6 Mbps: -88 dBm
802.11b
11 Mbps: -82 dBm
5.5 Mbps: -84 dBm
2 Mbps: -86 dBm
1 Mbps: -88 dBm
Peformance Features (PC Card)
Dynamic rate shifting, real-time hardware compression, packet bursting, concatenation, piggyback
acknowledge, PRISM Nitro Directlink
Installation, Configuration, and Management
Wireless Card Manager
Pre-set defaults
LED Indicators
Link, Activity
Dimensions (PC Card)
Height: 11.3 cm (3.9 in)
Width: 5.4 cm (2.8 in)
Depth: 0.5 cm (0.2 in)
Dimensions (USB Adapter)
Height: 10.7 cm (4.2 in)
Width: 2.8 cm (1.1 in)
Depth: 1.1 cm (0.4 in)
Operating Voltage
3.0V–3.6V
Maximum Transmit Power Output:
17dBm
Regulatory/Agency Approvals
Safety: UL/CSA 60950, EN 60950
Emissions: FCC Part 15.247, RSS-210, EN 300 328-2,
FCC Part 15 Subpart B, (SAR) FCC OET Bulletin 65,
RSS-102, prEN 50371
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Specifications
Environmental Range
Operating temperature:
0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)
Operating humidity:
0 to 90% non-condensing
Package Contents (PC Card)
3Com OfficeConnect®Wireless 11g PC Card
Quick start guide
CD-ROM with drivers, installation and diagnostics
software, and documentation
Package Contents (USB Adapter)
3Com OfficeConnect®Wireless 11g USB Adapter
CD-ROM with drivers and documentation
Installation guide
Common Specifications
Data Rates
802.11g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, and 6 Mbps
802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps
Frequency Band
2.4-2.4835 GHz
Wireless Medium
DSSS and OFDM
Media Access Protocol
CSMA/CA
Operating Channels (PC Card)
5-7 (Israel)
10-13 (Jordan)
1-11 (U.S., Canada, Colombia, Mexico, Taiwan)
1-13 (France, Argentina, Brazil)
Operating Channels (USB Adapter)
1-13 (3 non-overlapping)
Operating Range
100 meters (328 feet)
Performance Features
Dynamic rate shifting
Security
256-bit WPA encryption (Access Point and
PC Card)
WPA encryption (USB Adapter)
40/64-bit and 128-bit WEP shared-key encryption (all)
Standards Conformance
WPA certified, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Warranty
PC Card and access point: 1 year hardware warranty
USB Adapter: 3 year warranty
Refer to 3com.com for details.
3COM®WIRELESS 11G ACCESS POINT, PC CARD, AND USB ADAPTER DATA SHEET
Ordering Information PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3COM SKU
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 3CRWE454G72
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g PC Card 3CRWE154G72
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g USB Adapter 3CRWE254G72
The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g products can be used with all 3Com Wireless LAN
products, including these products below:
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Gateway 3CRWE554G72
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11a/b/g PC Card 3CRWE154A72
3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11a/b/g Access Point 3CRWE454A72
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