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HP J8432A 170WL 802.11g 2.4GHz 54Mbit/s PCMCIA Card for Access Point
- Wireless Standard: 802.11g
- Frequency Band: 2.4GHz
- Data Rate: Up to 54Mbit/s
- Interface: PCMCIA (CardBus)
- Power Output: 170mW (Note: Title states 170WL, likely a typo for mW)
- Designed for Access Points
- Legacy Wireless Connectivity
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Product Overview
The HP J8432A is a 170W PCMCIA wireless network card designed for older access points and networking equipment. It operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band, supporting the 802.11g standard for wireless connectivity, with a maximum data rate of 54Mbit/s.
Technical Information
| Wireless Standard | 802.11g |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz |
| Max Data Rate | 54 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | PCMCIA |
| Power | 170mW (estimated) |
Product Description
The HP J8432A is a legacy wireless network adapter that utilizes the PCMCIA interface, commonly found in older laptops and networking hardware. It adheres to the 802.11g standard, providing wireless connectivity at speeds up to 54 Megabits per second on the 2.4GHz frequency band. This card was typically used to equip access points or other network devices with wireless capabilities, allowing them to serve as a bridge between wired and wireless networks. The 170mW power output (assuming 'WL' is a typo for 'mW') indicates its intended use in a fixed infrastructure device rather than a mobile client. Given its age and the prevalence of newer Wi-Fi standards, the J8432A is suitable for maintaining or upgrading older network infrastructure where 802.11g compatibility is still required. It represents a piece of networking history, enabling basic wireless communication in environments that predate modern Wi-Fi advancements.
