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Netgear MA521CN 32-bit CardBus 11MBit/s 802.11b 2.4GHz Wireless PC Network Adapter
- Wireless PC Network Adapter
- Interface: 32-bit CardBus
- Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11b
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 11 Mbit/s
- Antenna: Integrated
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Key specifications
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- Wireless Network Adapter
- Form Factor
- CardBus
- Wireless Standard
- 802.11b
- Frequency
- 2.4 GHz
- Max Data Rate
- 11 Mbps
Product details
The Netgear MA521CN is a 32-bit CardBus wireless network adapter designed for older laptops. It operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band and supports the 802.11b standard, offering a maximum data rate of 11 Mbit/s.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Wireless Network Adapter |
| Form Factor | CardBus |
| Wireless Standard | 802.11b |
Additional Specifications
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Max Data Rate | 11 Mbps |
Description
The Netgear MA521CN provides wireless networking capabilities for laptops equipped with a CardBus slot. This adapter adheres to the 802.11b standard, which was a prevalent wireless networking protocol during its time, offering a maximum theoretical throughput of 11 Megabits per second. Its operation on the 2.4 GHz frequency band allows for broad compatibility with existing wireless infrastructure. Designed for ease of use, the MA521CN allows users to connect to wireless networks without the need for physical Ethernet cables, enhancing mobility and flexibility. The CardBus interface ensures a secure and stable connection to the laptop's expansion slot. This adapter is suitable for basic internet browsing, email, and other network-intensive tasks that do not require extremely high bandwidth. While the 802.11b standard is now considered legacy, the MA521CN was a crucial component for enabling wireless connectivity in portable computing devices of its era. It represents a step in the evolution of wireless networking, paving the way for faster and more advanced Wi-Fi standards that followed.
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