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Before Using the Optional Wireless LAN
Before Using the Optional Wireless LAN
This manual describes the procedures required to properly set up and configure the optional integrated
Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before
using the WLAN device, read this manual carefully to ensure it's correct operation. Keep this manual
in a safe place for future reference.
Wireless LAN Device Covered by this Document
This document is applicable to systems containing one of the following two devices. Most of the
procedures are identical. Sections that differ between the two devices have been noted in the text:
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Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AG (4965AG_) (802.11a+b/g)
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Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AG (4965AGN) (802.11a+b/g+n)
Characteristics of the WLAN Device
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The WLAN device is a Mini-PCI card attached to the main board of the mobile computer.
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The WLAN device operates in license-free RF bands, eliminating the need to procure an FCC operating
license. The WLAN operates in the 2.4GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) RF band and the lower,
middle, and upper bands of the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) bands.
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The Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AG_ WLAN device is capable of three operating modes, IEEE802.11a,
IEEE802.11b and IEEE802.11g.
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The Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN WLAN device is capable of four operating modes, IEEE802.11a,
IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, and IEEE802.11n (draft)
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The WLAN device is Wi-Fi certified and operates at a the maximum data rate of 540 Mbps (theoretical) in
IEEE802.11n (draft) mode; 54 Mbps in IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g mode; and 11 Mbps in IEEE802.11b
mode.
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The WLAN device supports the following encryption methods - WEP, TKIP, CKIP, and AES encryption.
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The WLAN device is compliant with the following standards: WPA, WPA2, CCX1.0, CCX2.0, CCX3.0, CX4.0.
