N E T G E A R
’s 10/100 dual-speed CardBus Ethernet PC Card is a 32-bit,
high-performance adapter that allows any CardBus-equipped computer to
connect to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network.
Model FA511 supports hot-swapping, allowing you to insert and remove it as
necessary, without having to turn off or reset your PC. With a compact,
dongle-free design, Plug-and-Play simplicity, and PCI-like performance, the
Model FA511 unleashes the power of today's notebook PCs, allowing you to
keep pace with demanding applications and advanced desktop technologies.
C A R D B U S S U P P O R T
CardBus is a 32-bit bus-mastering architecture that operates at PCI local-bus speeds of
up to 33 MHz, yielding a peak bandwidth of 132 MB/sec. Unlike 16-bit PC Cards, which
operate at slower ISA bus speeds of 8 MHz using an ISA-like asynchronous protocol,
CardBus provides a fast 32-bit multiplexed address/data path that allows full access to
Fast Ethernet's bandwidth.
By utilizing internal bus speeds, CardBus can operate at speeds six times faster than a 16-
bit PC Card and five times faster than a 100 Mbps PC Card. In addition, CardBus PC
cards operate at 3.3 Volts, saving power and conserving your PC’s battery life.
B U S - M A S T E R I N G C A P A B I L I T Y
Model FA511 features leading-edge bus-mastering capabilities to optimize throughput
while maintaining low CPU utilization. Bus mastering allows the FA511 to assume control
of your PC’s system bus, accelerating data transfers. 16-bit PC Cards, by comparison, act
as a bus slave and pass data through the CPU before sending it to the host system. This
slows data transfers and strain your PC’s processor.
L O W V O L T A G E
The Model FA511 consumes a low 3.3 Volts of power. Low power consumption prolongs
your PC’s battery life, which allows you to run your PC longer without needing to
recharge it or use a power supply.
R O B U S T
Designed specifically to harness the power of the latest networking technology with
32-bit ,10/100 performance.
S I M P L E T O U S E
Plug and Play makes installation a snap.
Connect your notebook PC to
everything on your network
FA511
Help is there when you need it!
NETGEAR provides free, 24x7
telephone and e-mail technical
support in English, with selected
local language support during
office hours.
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CardBus Mobile Adapter
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