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Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction to the WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter
Looking for an easy way to integrate your Desktop or Notebook into your wireless
network? You found it with the GIGABYTE WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter. The
WB01GS is Plug-and-Play, and connects to any USB-ready PC—just plug it in and
you’re ready to share data, printers, or high speed Internet access over your existing
wireless network. For Desktop installation, no need to open your PC’s case. Like all
USB Plug-and-Play devices, it’s a breeze to setup.
Power in a small package
Don’t be fooled by its small and convenient size, the GIGABYTE’s WB01GS Wireless
USB Adapter is powerful. Enabling 54 Mbps wireless Internet sharing – 5 times faster
than most Wireless USB adapters. High-level WEP encryption protects your network
from would be hackers without a hit on performance.
High-speed USB 2.0
Features a USB 2.0 interface that is up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1 allowing you to
realize full 54 Mbps speed of the 802.11g wireless standard. New antenna technology
provides superior range above previous-generation 802.11b adapters.
The WB01GS supports office roaming for notebook PC users for shared broadband
Internet access and resources. GIGABYTE’s Wireless Utility lets you create profiles
that reflect specific WLAN settings for each different location or access point you
connect to – the coffee shop, University, or at home.
So, for powerful Notebook flexibility and wireless convenience, GIGABYTE WB01GS
Wireless USB Adapter is what you’re looking for!
1.2 Features
Conform to IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g specifications
Wireless transmits data rate up to the maximum speed of 54Mbps
Dynamically scales the data rate
Proprietary Smartsetup 3™ to secure wireless network easily
Support 64-bit /128-bit WEP encryption, TKIP, AES, 802.1x, WPA and WPA2
Support Quality of Service WMM
Seamless roaming between 802.11b and 802.11g networks
40 faster than USB v1.1
Automatic power management to reduce battery consumption.
Driver supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP.
