AWU254
54M Wireless USB Adapter User Guide
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Overview of the product
The AZiO AWU254 USB Wireless Adapter gives you the flexibility to enable your PC or
notebook PC wirelessly in the most convenient location available, without the cost or
hassle of running network cables.
Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer up to 54Mbps for maximum
throughput, or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due to distance or operating
limitations in an environment with excessive electromagnetic interferences. It can also
interoperate with all 11Mbps wireless (802.11b) products. Your wireless communications
are protected by up to 128-bit WEP and WPA encryption, so your data stays secure.
1.2 Features
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Complies with IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b standards
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Supports WPA data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption,
64/128-bit WEP encryption
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Supports 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps or 11/5.5/3/2/1Mbps wireless LAN data
transfer rates
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Provides USB interface
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Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
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Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
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Eases configuration and provides monitoring information
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Supports Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP
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Internal Antenna
1.3 LED Status
The LED on the top of this device indicates Link/Act status. It blinks when sending and
receiving data.
