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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing WL-8305 PCI Wireless LAN Adaptor. This wireless adapter for PCI
standard version 2.2 compliant desktop PCs, is fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b standard
and supporting higher data rate up to 22Mbps. It can operate in either Ad-Hoc mode (Point to
Point/Point to Multipoint without Access Point) or Infrastructure mode (Point to Point/Point to
Multipoint with Access Point). It operates in 2.4GHz unlicensed ISM band in the home or office
environment.
WL-8305 provided with a detachable dipole antenna and is connected to PC’s PCI slot. Thus,
it is capable of being placed practically anywhere on or around your computer to get better
signal quality and longer connection distance.
The WL-8305 is compatible with Windows 98, Me, 2000 and XP. It supports 64/128-bit and
256-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Encryption for securing wireless network connection.
It’s data rate support 22, 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbps. The 22Mbps data rate is designed by the
Packet Binary Convolutional Code (PBCC) modulation technique. With its auto-fallback
function, the data rate can be move to lower speed if signal quality is not good enough.
1.1 Features
2.4GHz ISM band, unlicensed operation
Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling
Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b compliant
Up to 22Mbps data rate with CSMA/CA, provides up to 20% faster data transfer rates
than standard 802.11b compliant devices
Utilize Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Technology and support the
modulation of PBCC mode to provide robust, interference-resistant solution in a
multi-user environment
Working range up to 300 feet indoor and 1100 feet outdoor
Support Ad-Hoc / Infrastructure mode
Roaming capability to provide mobile computing for mobile worker to access network
resources anywhere in the field
Seamless integration with IEEE 802.3 LAN through PLANET WAP-1960, WAP-3000 or
other IEEE 802.11b compliant Access Point
Supports most popular operating systems including Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
Support one detachable antenna
Plug-and-Play installation
Support PCI standard v2.2
