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Netgear MA521NA 32-bit CardBus 11MBit/s 802.11b 2.4GHz Wireless PC Network Adapter
- Interface: 32-bit CardBus
- Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11b
- Data Rate: Up to 11 Mbps
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
- Antenna: Integrated or external (model dependent)
- Security: WEP encryption support
- Form Factor: PC Card
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Product Overview
The Netgear MA521NA is a wireless network adapter that connects to a computer via a 32-bit CardBus slot. It provides 11Mbit/s wireless connectivity based on the 802.11b standard, operating in the 2.4GHz frequency band. This adapter allows laptops and other compatible devices to access wireless networks.
Technical Information
| Interface | CardBus (32-bit) |
| Wireless Standard | 802.11b |
| Max Data Rate | 11 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Brand | Netgear |
Product Description
The Netgear MA521NA is a wireless network adapter designed for portable computing devices that feature a 32-bit CardBus slot. This PC Card form factor adapter enables users to add wireless networking capabilities to laptops and other compatible systems, allowing them to connect to Wi-Fi networks without the need for physical Ethernet cables. It adheres to the IEEE 802.11b standard, which was a prevalent wireless protocol during its time. Operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, the MA521NA offers a maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 11 Megabits per second (Mbps). While this speed is significantly lower than modern Wi-Fi standards, it was sufficient for basic internet browsing, email, and document sharing in the early days of wireless networking. The adapter typically supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption for basic network security, though more advanced security protocols like WPA or WPA2 are not supported due to the limitations of the 802.11b standard. Installation of the MA521NA usually involves inserting the card into the CardBus slot and installing the necessary drivers, which were provided by Netgear. This adapter was a popular choice for users looking to upgrade older laptops or add wireless functionality to systems that did not come equipped with built-in Wi-Fi. Its compact size and ease of use made it a convenient solution for mobile computing.
