Alpha Networks WMP-A13V, User Manual

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Introduction
The Alphanetworks V Wireless Network mini PCI Card is an IEEE 802.11a two-
chip solution reference design based on the Atheros AR5112 and AR5213chipset.
This reference design implements a half-duplex, Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing (OFDM) baseband processor supporting all IEEE 802.11a data rates
(6 to 54 Mbps). The host interface is compatible with the PC Card 7.1 standard.
You can find information regarding the Alphanetworks Station Reference Designs
in the detailed
Alphanetworks STA Reference Design Functional Specification .
Package Contents
Make sure the following materials are available before you begin:
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One 802.11a PCI Card
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One Installation CD-ROM containing software and utilities and this user’s
guide
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One 802.11a PCI Card Quick Start Guide
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One warranty registration card