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Linksys Simplifies Mobile WI-FI Connections

WUSBF54G Wireless-G USB Adapter with Wi-Fi Finder makes locating and connecting to a network easier

IRVINE, Calif. - OCTOBER 14, 2005 - Linksys, a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc., the recognized leading provider of voice, wireless and networking hardware for the consumer, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and small business customer, today announced its new Wireless-G USB Network Adapter and Wi-Fi Finder (WUSBF54G). This handy, pocket-sized device combines an easy-to-use wireless network scanner with a USB-connected Wireless-G network adapter. A mobile worker can now locate potential hotspots and Wi-Fi connections before beginning the time-consuming tasks of unpacking and powering up a notebook computer. think pad
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In-Stat, a market research firm, reports that there will be almost 200,000 wireless hotspots available by the year 2009. The WUSBF54G will help users both select and connect to the best of these networks for their needs. A push of a button on the WUSBF54G initializes a search for 802.11 wireless networks reachable via its 802.11G network adapter. The user can set the search to include only open networks, all networks, or to search for signal strength in various areas for a specific network name (SSID).

While most laptops today feature integrated wireless connectivity, that is, they already have everything they need to connect to a wireless connection, some do require the use of a plug in card. standard PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) slots on your laptop (the PCMCIA slots are the little doors on the side of your laptop which are about the width of a mobile phone and around half a centimetre thick). Once the card is plugged in and set up (youa ll need to install appropriate driver software), youa ll be able to connect to a wireless network.

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Very compact and lightweight, this adapter, about half the size of your finger, images wirelessly to your PDAs, mobile phones, printers, laptop computers and other emerging electronic devices.

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Upon determining the networks in the area, the LCD screen on the WUSBF54G displays each network's SSID, signal strength, 802.11 mode, and channel along with both the type and status of security. Its advanced search technology is designed to filter out 2.4GHz interference given off by microwave ovens, cordless phones, and Bluetooth devices, providing only information on 802.11 wireless networks. It then presents the networks in order of signal strength, until a specific network is selected.

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Once a desired network is determined by scrolling through the presented information, the WUSBF54G can be used to establish an 802.11G network connection via the USB port on a notebook that has installed the included client utility software. In addition to providing 802.11G connectivity, the WUSBF54G charges its lithium-ion battery through the USB connection to the PC, eliminating the need for a separate, hard-to-carry power source. To add value for the user, the WUSBF54G can also be used to connect a desktop PC to a home or office network. refurbished laptops
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Linksys is taking steps to simplify the lives of road warriors searching for an available wireless network, said Mani Dhillon, Director of Product Marketing, Linksys. The WUSBF54G removes the complications of locating and connecting a notebook to available networks, and provides a high speed connection option for the office or home at the same time. lap top
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The WUSBF54G is available now through Linksys resellers including e-commerce, retail, direct response, and VAR partners at and estimated street price of $79. intel
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