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The Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit has all you need to set up an 802.11b wireless network for your notebook computer. The base station, notebook adapter, and Ethernet cable let you share files, printers, and a single broadband Internet connection.

Features

Easy-to-use setup wizard

A clear, complete installation wizard walks you easily through setup, so you can start sharing your broadband Internet connection, files, and printers in no time at all.

Built-in security features

Connect more securely to help protect against unauthorized access, thanks to features such as built-in hardware firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT).

UPnP ™ certified

Use voice and video messaging, games, and other Plug and Play applications seamlessly.

Ethernet capability

Add up to four wired computers to your network by using the base station’s 4-port Ethernet switch.

Wireless freedom

Roam inside or outside your house or small office with any Wi-Fi-equipped notebook computer.

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System Requirements

Microsoft Windows-based computers

 
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me), Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional, or Windows XP Home Edition
 
ProcessorComputer with an Ethernet or 802.11b wireless network adapter to configure base station; adapter requires a computer with an available PCMCIA Type II Extended PC Card 16-bit slot
 
Hard Disk28 MB of available hard-disk space if you are already running Internet Explorer 5.5 or 6.0; 132 MB of available hard-disk space if you are installing Internet Explorer for the first time
 
Drive4x or faster CD-ROM drive; 3.5" high-density disk drive
 
DisplayVGA or higher resolution monitor
 
NetworkingExternal broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem with Ethernet port (not compatible with dial-up modems)
 
OtherMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later to view and use the Base Station Management Tool; Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later; setup will install Internet Explorer 6.0 browser components, if necessary, but will not displace your primary browser; available 120 V AC power outlet
 
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