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IBM 26P8496 IEEE 802.11b PCI Half-Mini Wireless Network Adapter for T30 / T40 / X30
- Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11b
- Interface: Half-Mini PCI
- Compatibility: IBM ThinkPad T30, T40, X30
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 11 Mbps
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
- Designed for legacy IBM laptops
- Provides basic wireless networking
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Product Overview
The IBM 26P8496 is a PCI wireless network adapter that supports the IEEE 802.11b standard. It is designed for older IBM ThinkPad laptops, specifically models T30, T40, and X30, providing basic wireless connectivity. The adapter uses a Half-Mini PCI form factor.
Technical Information
| Wireless Standard | 802.11b |
| Interface | Half-Mini PCI |
| Form Factor | Mini PCI Card |
Additional Specifications
| Max Data Rate | 11 Mbps |
| Brand | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 26P8496 is a wireless network adapter designed to add Wi-Fi capabilities to specific IBM ThinkPad laptop models, including the T30, T40, and X30 series. This adapter adheres to the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard, which was the prevalent Wi-Fi technology in the early 2000s. It operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band and offers a maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 11 Mbps, providing basic internet connectivity and local network access for these older portable computers. The adapter utilizes the Half-Mini PCI form factor, a compact interface commonly found inside laptops of that era for expansion cards like wireless adapters, modems, or Bluetooth modules. Installation typically requires opening the laptop chassis to insert the card into its dedicated slot. This allows users of these specific ThinkPad models to upgrade from wired Ethernet or to add wireless functionality if it was not originally equipped. While 802.11b is significantly slower and less secure than modern Wi-Fi standards (like 802.11ac or Wi-Fi 6), the IBM 26P8496 was a crucial component for enabling mobile computing for its intended user base. It remains relevant for users who maintain these legacy IBM laptops and require authentic or functional wireless networking for specific purposes or for preserving the original configuration.
