SMC Networks SMCWPCI-N2 User Manual

WIRELESS

OVERVIEW

SMCWPCI-N2

Draft 11n Wireless PCI Adapter

The EZ Connect™ N Pro Draft 11n Wireless PCI Adapter
(SMCWPCI-N2) is another cutting edge introduction in

2.4GHz wireless communication for desktop computers.
Designed for the home and offi ce, this wireless PCI adapter
provides the speed, coverage and security expected by
today’s wireless users. The SMCWPCI-N2 is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
for full compliance with the 802.11n draft v2.0 standard,
as well as the popular Wireless-G (802.11g) and Wireless-B
(802.11b) standards. This next generation adapter utilizes
advanced MIMO (Multiple-In, Multiple-Out) technology to
deliver incredible speed and range. With wireless speeds
up to 300Mbps and up to 11x the coverage, there is enough
bandwidth to simultaneously stream video and audio, play

online games, transfer large fi les, make VoIP calls and
surf the Internet. With security being a key consideration,
SMCWPCI-N2 supports the latest WPA and WPA2 wireless
encryption standards, which prevent unauthorized access
to wireless networks and ensure data is secure. Wireless
security can also be set up easily using Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ (WPS) that enables push button or PIN confi guration.
Finally the SMCWPCI-N2 includes an easy installation wizard
which guides you step-by-step through the install process.
Once installed the WLAN utility allows you to scan for available
wireless networks and manage multiple network profi les so
connecting becomes instantaneous.

FEATURES BENEFITS

Wireless-N (802.11n draft) compliant Delivers speeds up to 300Mbps and up to 11x the coverage.

Perfect for streaming video and music, online gaming and
networking multiple PC’s.

802.11b/g compliant Full backwards compatibility with Wireless-G (802.11g) and
Wireless-B (802.11b) standard products.

WPA/WPA2 Encryption Prevents unauthorized access to your wireless network and

insures your data is secure.

Wi-Fi Protected Set-up™ (WPS) Makes wireless security setup easy with push button or PIN

confi guration.

Installation Wizard Easy installation with step-by-step guidance.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SMCWPCI-N2

PHYSICAL

• Link/Activity status LED

• Three 2dBi detachable antennas with RP-SMA connector

WIRELESS OPERATING MODES

• Ad-hoc

• Infrastructure

EASE OF USE

• EZ Installation Wizard

• Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM - PBC and PIN

• Site survey utility

• Profi le manager

SECURITY FEATURES

• WEP 64-/128-Bit Encryption

• WPA-/WPA2-PSK (Pre Shared Key)

• WPA/WPA2 Enterprise mode (802.1x)

QUALITY-OF-SERVICE (QoS)

• WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia)

STANDARDS

• IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11n draft v2.0

OPERATING FREQUENCY

• USA - FCC: 2412~2462MHz (Ch1~Ch11)

• Canada – IC: 2412~2462MHz (Ch1~Ch11)

• Europe - ETSI: 2412~2472MHz (Ch1~Ch13)

TYPICAL RF OUTPUT POWER

• 11n Mode: 7dBm @ 130Mbps/HT20, 7dBm @ 300Mbps/HT40

• 11g Mode: 15dBm @ 54Mbps

• 11b Mode: 18dBm @ 11Mbps

TEMPERATURE

• Operating: 0 degrees C to 40 degrees C

• Storage: -25 degrees C to 70 degrees C

HUMIDITY

• Storage: 10% to 90% Non-condensing

• Operating: 0% to 70% Non-condensing

DIMENSIONS

• 133 x 121 x 18 mm

• 5.2 x 4.8 x 0.7 in

WEIGHT

• 0.087Kg

• 0.19Ibs

CERTIFICATIONS

• FCC

• CE

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• 2.4 GHz 802.11n draft wireless network or 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g wireless
network

• Microsoft Windows 2000 , XP or Vista

• A Notebook computer with:

• 300MHz CPU or above

• Available PCI slot

• 20MB of available hard disk space

• CD-ROM drive

• We recommend using this product with SMC’s Barricade™ N Routers

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• EZ Connect™ N Wireless PCI Adapter (SMCWPCI-N2)

• EZ Installation Wizard & Documentation CD

• Quick Installation Guide

• Warranty Information Card

WARRANTY

• Limited Lifetime

* The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certifi cation mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance

* The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance

CONTACT

North America
20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
1-800-SMC-4YOU
24/7 Technical Support

Europe/Africa
Fructuos Gelabert 6-8
08970 Sant Joan Despí
Barcelona, Spain

Check www.smc.com for your local
country contact information

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