LINKSYS WPC55AG User Manual

Universal wireless connectivity for
your notebook computer—high­speed networking without wires!

The Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter lets
your notebook communicate with all three wireless network
standards. With one PC Card, you can connect to Wire­less-A (802.11a), Wireless-G (802.11g) and Wireless-B
(802.11b) networks.

Wireless-B networks have a data rate of 11Mbps, and are
commonly found in corporate environments and in homes
for household Internet connectivity without the need for
running cables. They’re also popping up all over the coun­try in coffee shops, airports, hotels, convention centers,
and other public spaces offering “on the go” connectivity
to mobile users.

In high speed or heavy usage environments, Wireless-B is
quickly being replaced by a new standard, Wireless-G,
which uses the same 2.4GHz radio band, but at 54Mbps, is
almost five times faster. The third wireless network standard
is Wireless-A, which also runs at 54Mbps, but operates in
the less-crowded 5GHz radio band. Wireless-A is mostly
used in corporate installations.

Universal wireless adapter con­nects your notebook PC to
Wireless-A (802.11a), Wireless-B
(802.11b), or Wireless-G
(802.11g) networks

Dual-Band Wireless A+G

Notebook Adapter

Wireless

Whichever standard you encounter, the Dual-Band Wire­less A+G Notebook Adapter is ready to connect. And it's
simple to use. Just pop it into a PC Card slot and run the
included Setup Wizard which will walk you through the con­figuration. All wireless communications can be protected
by up to 152-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.

Join the wireless revolution. With the Linksys Dual-Band Wire­less A+G Notebook Adapter, you'll be ready to connect to
all three types of wireless networks, wherever you go, now
and in the future.

Incredible data
rates up to 54Mbps
in Wireless-G and A
modes

Also downward
compatible with
popular 11Mbps
Wireless-B networks

Protects your wire­less communica­tions with up to
152-bit encryption

Product Data

Model No.

Model No.

WET54G

WPC55AG

Model Number

Dual-Band Wireless A+G

Notebook Adapter

Features

• Connects to either 2.4GHz
(802.11b or 802.11g) or 5GHz
(802.11a) networks without
changing adapters

• Advanced security features
with Wi-Fi Protected AccessTM
(WPA) and up to 152-Bit WEP
encryption

• Easy-to-use Setup Wizard

• Detailed monitoring and per­formance utility

• 802.11a, 802.11b and

802.11g compliant

• 32-Bit CardBus Interface

Specifications

Model Number WPC55AG

Standards IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g

Interface CardBus

LEDs Power, Link

Transmit Power 11 dBm to 17 dBm

Modulation 802.11a and 802.11g: OFDM;

802.11b: CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK

Security Features WEP, LEAP, WPA

WEP Key Bits 64, 128, 152 Bits

Protocol TCP/IP

Environmental

Dimensions 4.72" x 0.51" x 2.13"

(120 mm x 13 mm x 54 mm)

Unit Weight 1.48 oz. (0.04 kg)

Power 3.3V Bus Powered

Certifications FCC, CE, IC-03, Wi-Fi (802.11a, 802.11b,

802.11g), WPA, CCX, WHQL: XP, 2000, Me

Operating Temp. 0ºC to 55ºC

Storage Temp. -20ºC to 85ºC

Operating Humidity 10% to 85%, Non-Condensing

Storage Humidity 5% to 90%, Non-Condensing

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Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys and Instant Wireless are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. Other brands and product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

The Cisco Systems, Inc. Cisco Compatible logo signifies that theWPC55AG product has undergone interoperability testing by Linksys together with Cisco and/or a third
party test-house based on testing criteria set by Cisco. Linksys is solely responsible for the support and warranty of its produ ct. Cisco makes no warranties, express or
implied, with respect to the Linksys product or its interoperation with the listed Cisco product(s) and disclaims any implied wa rranties of merchantability, fitness for a par­ticular use or against infringement. The following version(s) of the WPC55AG has/have been tested for interoperability with the listed product(s) of Cisco Systems, Inc.:

Linsksy WPC55AG, Firmware Version 2.3.2.4 Compatible with Cisco 1200s running vxworks 12.02T1. LEAP tests used Cisco ACS server 3.1 running on Windows 2000
Advanced Server. EAP-TLS tests used the Microsoft Internet Authentication Server running on Windows 2000 Advanced Server.

WPC55AG-DS-30718B-KL

Minimum Requirements

• 200MHz or Faster Processor

• 64 MB of RAM

• Available CardBus Slot

• CD-ROM Drive

• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP

Package Contents

• Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook
Adapter

• Setup CD-ROM

• User Guide on CD-ROM

• Quick Installation and Registration Card

Product Data

Model No.

WPC55AG