Mini-PCI Adapter suits wireless-upgradable ThinkPad® models.
Press Release Summary:
Intel(TM) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini-PCI Adapter enables connectivity to 802.11b and 802.11g networks. It automatically searches for optimum connection, allowing users to roam through different WLAN networks and maintain connectivity throughout. Wi-Fi adapter card ships with connection configuration utility, which allows users to specify encryption and roaming settings. Unit permits data rates up to 54 Mbps in 2.4 GHz band.
Original Press Release:
Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini-PCI Adapter from IBM Offers High Performance and Improved Mobility
At a glance
The new Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini-PCI Adapter from IBM offers secure wireless connectivity1 with flexibility and performance for wireless-upgradable ThinkPad notebooks. This Mini PCI adapter is based on two Wireless LAN (WLAN) standards: IEEE 802.11g2 and 802.11b. Features include:
· Data transfer rates of up to 54 Mbps3 in the 2.4 GHz band
- 1 Mbps to 54 Mbps for 802.11g
- 1 Mbps to 11 Mbps for 802.11b
· 802.11g and 802.11b seamless roaming and manual selection mode
· Mini-PCI Type IIIb
For technical support:
· Call the IBM Support Center 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
or
· Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Overview
IBM continues to enhance its wireless LAN Mini-PCI adapter offerings with the Intel(TM) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini-PCI Adapter from IBM. This new adapter is a wireless upgrade for select wireless-upgradable ThinkPad® models.
Whether you work from the office or on the road, this option enables connectivity to existing 802.11b and 802.11g networks4. It improves mobility and delivers the performance necessary for high-bandwidth applications such as:
· Multimedia delivery
· IP telephony
· Large file transfers
In addition to offering high performance, this Wi-Fi adapter card ships complete with an easy-to-use connection configuration utility. You can specify encryption and enhanced roaming settings, plus infrastructure, ad hoc (11b mode only), and transmit modes.
Compatibility with the 802.11b and 802.11g protocols allows you to leverage the large install base of 802.11b technology. You may also benefit from higher data rates, up to 54 Mbps, when connecting to an 802.11g-based access point.
Planned availability date
April 13, 2004
1 Refer to the Description section for security enhancement details.
2 11b and 11g wireless is based on 802.11b and 802.11g, respectively. An adapter with 11 b/g can communicate on either of these listed formats respectively; the actual connection will be based on the access point to which it connects.
3 Actual device range and data transfer speed depend upon many factors and are often less than the maximum possible. Based on 11g access point.
4 Public network access limited; subscription may be required. Access fees may apply.
