Abit Launches PCI-E AirPace Wi-Fi Card

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: December 14, 2006 - 3:48 PM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.abit.com.tw/page/en/multimedia/multimedia_detail.php?pPREVI... Abit revealed the AirPace Wi-Fi, a PCI-Express 1x 802.11b/g card (up to 54Mbps). In Software AP mode, the AirPace Wi-Fi transforms your computer into an  Access Point, allowing other devices access the PC and its peripherals. In Client mode, AirPace Wi-Fi allows your PC to join an existing wireless network or use an Access Point to connect to the internet or intranet. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Belkin Intros cable-Free USB Hub F5U301

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: December 5, 2006 - 7:31 AM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.belkin.com/index.asp Belkin has announced a cable-Free USB Hub F5U301. Utilizing Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology with the Wisair chipset, this Hub allows you to place your laptop anywhere in the room and connect USB printers, cameras, scanners, and other devices to your computer wirelessly, from up to 30 feet away. It features 4 ports, a USB Dongle (that connects into your computer), and a Dongle stand to give you optimum wireless reception. Price: USD 199,99. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Marvell Develops WLAN-Bluetooth Chip

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 22, 2006 - 5:54 AM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.marvell.com/products/wireless/index.jsp Marvell has developed the first CMOS combining WiFi (802.11a/b/g) and Bluetooth connectivity. Aimed at mobile phones, media players, portable gaming consoles, PDAs and ultra-low-power computers, the 88W8688 chip allows optimized simultaneous dual radio operation and cooperative co-existence. It incorporates full Layer 3 networking support (TCP/IP and UDP) and adds the ability to run supplicants natively. The 90-nm chip also includes voice and audio codecs that can be used in a variety of media applications and platforms. Marvell has not specified a timetable for commercial availability. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS Releases Multi-Use WLAN Router

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 26, 2006 - 7:14 PM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.asus.com/products4.aspx?l1=12&l2=43&l3=0&model=1173&modelme... ASUSTek last week introduced the WL-600g, a multi-use gateway incorporating ADSL modem, wireless router and ftp/printer server functions. UPnP IGD-compliant, the equipment allows devices within the WLAN to share the same IP address and simultaneously play online games and use IP phones. The WL-600g also offers a Quick Setup feature, which automatically detects local ADSL ISP settings, and Plug-n'-Share functions, via USB 2.0 ports. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Groups closer to unified 802.11n specs

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: January 13, 2006 - 7:15 AM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2006/01/12/80211n_groups_merge_specs The three groups originally battling over the next-generation 802.11n Wi-Fi standard have apparently reached an agreement to submit an unified proposal to the IEEE. The Joint-Proposal (JP) team formed by WWiSe, TGn Sync and MitMot members is meeting this week to finalize the specifications in accordance with the recently launched Enhanced Wireless Consortium (EWC) led by Intel. The 802.11n standard, set to be ready by the end of the year, is expected to allow data transfer speeds of up to 600 Mbps. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

First WiMAX gear to be certified soon

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: December 26, 2005 - 7:06 AM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.wimaxforum.org Representatives of the WiMAX Forum last week said that the first certifications of products supporting the IEEE 802.16 standard will be announced at the WCA International Symposium, set to happen from January 18 to 20, in San Jose, California. The group previously expected it to happen by the end of this year. Mobile networks based on WiMAX are expected to provide up to 15 Mbps of capacity within up to three kilometers. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Aruba unveils mobile VoIP architecture

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: October 24, 2005 - 6:26 PM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.arubanetworks.com/technology/architecture Aruba Networks introduced its Mobile Edge architecture for securely connecting mobile workers to enterprise VoIP and data networks. It is enabled by new controlled access points and updated ArubaOS software. The AP-65 allows users to create temporary corporate hotspots at any location with an available internet-connected Ethernet port while the low-cost AP-41 lets telecommuters and executives extend the corporate WLAN to their home offices. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

VIA unveils 26-port Ethernet controller

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: October 19, 2005 - 9:15 PM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.vntek.com/en/products/atlantic/vt6528 VIA has announced a layer 2+ 26-port switching Ethernet controller called Atlantic VT6528. Aimed at small to medium sized commercial networks, the chip supports 24 10/100 and two Gigabit ports. It features Advanced Packet Classifier for implementing 256-entry deep access control list for packet filtering. Other features include by-port egress/ingress bandwidth control, broadcast storm filtering, 16-bit PIO host interface with three DMA channels, HOL blocking prevention, 802.3ad aggregation and advanced congestion control. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Companies push 802.11n standard

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: October 11, 2005 - 11:49 PM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.enhancedwirelessconsortium.org A group of 27 major companies this week announced the Enhanced Wireless Consortium (EWC), which will try to accelerate the development of the IEEE 802.11n standard, currently awaiting an agreement between the WWiSe and TGn Sync groups. The members published a specification to ensure interoperability of next-generation wireless products such as PCs, handhelds and networking systems. The 802.11n standard is expected to allow data transfer speeds of up to 600 Mbps. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Qualcomm integrates WLAN into phones

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: September 26, 2005 - 7:45 AM Category: LAN More Info: http://www.qualcomm.com/press/releases/2005/050923_philips_wlan.html Qualcomm has announced that its Mobile Station Modem (MSM) chipsets will support Philips' WLAN module. The integrated solution will offer connectivity to WLAN as well as to existing cellular networks and will feature compatibility with 802.11b and 802.11g protocols on both CDMA2000 and WCDMA (UMTS). The module allows mobile handsets to use high-speed wireless local area networks for connections of up to 54 Mb/s. Initially supported on the MSM6550 chipset, the 802.11b/g-compatible broadband capabilities enabled by Philips' solution are scheduled to be commercially available by the end of the year. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top