IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 17 January, 2003
6-94
6.13 IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN)
6.13.1 SPECIFICATIONS
A wireless LAN is a flexible data communication system used to extend or replace
a wired LAN. Wireless LAN employs radio frequency technology to transmit and
receive data over the air and minimize the need for wired connections.
• With wireless LANs, users can access information on a network without looking
for a place to plug into the network.
• Network managers can set up or expand networks without installing or moving
wires.
• Most wireless LANs can be integrated into existing wired networks. Once
installed, the network treats wireless nodes like any other physically wired
network component.
• Flexibility and mobility make wireless LANs both effective extensions of and
attractive alternatives to wired networks.
Standard applied: IEEE802.11b
Data transfer rates: 11 Mbps/5.5 Mbps/2 Mbps/1 Mbps (auto sense)
Network protocols: TCP/IP, Apple Talk, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX
Bandwidth: 2.4GHz
(divided over 14 channels, 2400 to 2497 MHz for each
channel)
NOTE: The wireless LAN cannot be active at the same time as the Ethernet. The
“LAN Type” setting in the Host Interface menu determines which LAN
interface will be used.
To Next Page
Loading...
