Other features
| Network architecture |
802.11a/b/g |
Additionally
| Transfer rate (Mbps) |
54 Mbit/s |
| Wireless technologies |
Wireless |
The Intel® PRO/Wireless Network Connection is the integrated Wireless LAN (WLAN) solution for Intel® Centrino® processor technology and desktop personal computers. The Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection provides freedom and flexibility to work and play without hunting for a phone jack, network cable, or plugging in a special card. Get connected through wireless LAN networks in your home, in the office, and in wireless LAN hotspots in airports, hotels and coffee shops.
Network Robustness
As enterprises continue to deploy and invest in WLAN infrastructure, Intel is helping enable additional usage models and functionality that will put their WLAN investment to even greater use. Business Class Wireless Suite, a collaboration between Intel and Cisco, provides integrated wireless LAN solutions to enable new applications and higher performance for businesses when using Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and Cisco* Unified Wireless Architecture. New capabilities include Enhanced VoIP Quality Technology and Optimal AP Selection Technology. In addition, Noise Interference Filter enhances performance especially in areas with wireless signal overlap.
Security
Intel Centrino processor technology supports the latest industry standards enabling safer notebook connectivity. It also provides third-party security enhancement support for Cisco* Compatible Extensions (such as LEAP, EAP-FAST and CKIP.)§ With a PC manufacturers' certification, this feature enables interoperability with Cisco* Unified Wireless Architecture and other Cisco* compatible validated products.§
Performance
With throughput up to 54 Mbps at 5 GHz (802.11a) and 2.4 GHz (802.11g), the Intel® PRO/Wireless network connection family enables fast network connections. The Intel® Wireless Coexistence System helps reduce interference with certain Bluetooth* devices. Power Save Protocol (PSP) is a user selectable feature with five different power states, allowing the user to make their own power versus performance choice when in battery mode. For more information about the wireless LAN performance of Intel Centrino processor technology read our Performance White Paper or review the technical specifications in our product briefs.
Great Battery Life
The Intel® PRO/Wireless network supports the great battery life benefits of Intel Centrino processor technology. Intel® Intelligent Scanning Technology reduces power by controlling the frequency of scanning for access points.
Verification
Intel Centrino processor technology is being verified with leading VPN infrastructure products. Intel is working with hardware and software developers and wireless service providers to deliver a reliable and integrated wireless mobile computing experience.
