Universal CardBus Adapter facilitates mobile computing.
Press Release Summary:
EliteConnect(TM) Universal 2.4 GHz/5 GHz High Power Wireless CardBus Adapter conforms to 802.11a/b/g standards, enabling Enterprise laptop users to take advantage of true mobile computing. Features include support for multiple profiles, access-point detecting site survey software, and configurable output power. It supports Wi-Fi Protected Access and 64/128-bit/152-bit WEP encryption and 802.1x, EAP-MD5, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, EAP-PEAP, and LEAP for user authentication.
Original Press Release:
SMC EliteConnect Universal Wireless CardBus Adapter Ships
IRVINE, CA - December 9, 2003 - SMC Networks (www.smc.com), leading provider of networking solutions for the Enterprise, the SMB and all the way home, today announced that its newest wireless Enterprise connectivity product, the EliteConnect(TM) Universal High Power Wireless CardBus Adapter has begun shipping this week, and is available from select integrators and retailers. Following on the success of the award-winning EliteConnect 2.4GHz 802.11b High Power Wireless PC Card, the EliteConnect(TM) Universal Wireless CardBus Adapter conforms to the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standards to provide Universal a/b/g connectivity. Providing the ultimate in Universal wireless networking flexibility, the new CardBus adapter also meets the needs of the Enterprise in the critical areas of security, range and performance. Available now, the EliteConnect Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless CardBus Adapter carries an MSRP of $89.99. "Enterprise wireless is coming of age, and Universal standards-based a/b/g-compliant products like this new CardBus adapter make mobile computing work for more business applications," said Betty Chan, SMC product manager.
The EliteConnect Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz High Power Wireless CardBus Adapter lets Enterprise laptop users take advantage of true mobile computing-in the conference room, at the desk, or via hotspots. Addressing the Enterprise's needs for security, range, and performance as well as flexibility, the SMC2536W-AG supports all of the major wireless standards with its ability to connect to 802.11a, 802.11g or 802.11b wireless Access Points. The EZ Installation Wizard, support for multiple profiles and access-point detecting site survey software makes this Universal CardBus Adapter easy to set-up and use. Providing configurable high output power and the high level of security that Enterprises demand, the SMC2536W-AG supports Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and 64/128-bit/152-bit WEP encryption; as well as 802.1x, EAP-MD5, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, EAP-PEAP and LEAP for user authentication, to ensure that only authorized users can access the resources of the wireless network.
About SMC Networks
A leading provider of networking solutions for the Enterprise, the SMB and all the way home, SMC puts its more than 30 years' experience to work for every product and solution the company produces. Leveraging strong industry relationships in combination with experienced and talented in-house design and engineering, SMC continues to bring to market a host of affordable, high-performance products. Headquartered in Irvine, California, U.S.A, SMC Networks supports its worldwide market through regional offices located throughout the United States and 20 other countries. For more information about SMC Networks or its products, visit www.smc.com, or call 800-SMC-4You (800-762-4968).
