Dell CY256 Link 5100 512AN_HMW Dual Band Wireless WiFi PCI Express Half-Height Mini WLAN Card
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- Bands: Dual-Band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
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Key specifications
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- Link 5100 512AN_HMW
- Part Number
- CY256
- Brand
- Dell
- Interface
- PCI Express Mini Card (Half-Height)
- Wireless Standards
- 802.11a/b/g/n
- Frequency Bands
- Dual-Band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)
Product details
The Dell CY256 is a Link 5100 512AN_HMW dual-band wireless WiFi PCI Express Mini Card. It provides wireless network connectivity for laptops and other devices equipped with a compatible PCIe Mini Card slot.
Specifications
- Model
- Link 5100 512AN_HMW
- Part Number
- CY256
- Brand
- Dell
- Interface
- PCI Express Mini Card (Half-Height)
- Wireless Standards
- 802.11a/b/g/n
- Frequency Bands
- Dual-Band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)
- Antenna
- Likely 2x2 MIMO
Description
The Dell CY256 is a wireless network adapter based on the Intel WiFi Link 5100 chipset, specifically the 512AN_HMW model. This card is designed to provide high-speed wireless connectivity using the PCI Express Mini Card interface, commonly found in laptops and small form factor computers. Its half-height form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices that utilize this standard. This adapter supports dual-band operation, meaning it can connect to both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. This allows users to leverage the benefits of each band, such as the longer range and better penetration of 2.4GHz, and the higher speeds and less interference of 5GHz. It adheres to the 802.11a/b/g/n wireless standards, ensuring compatibility with a broad spectrum of wireless access points and networks. The Intel 5100 series typically features MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) technology, often in a 2x2 configuration, which enhances data throughput and signal reliability by using multiple antennas for transmission and reception. The CY256 part number from Dell signifies this specific wireless card, often used as an upgrade or replacement component for Dell systems, providing robust and flexible wireless networking capabilities.
Condition: Refurbished
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