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Intel® WiFi Link 5000 Series Wireless Adapters

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Intel® WiFi Link 5000 Series Wireless Adapters

The Intel® WiFi Link 5000 is a family of IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N¹ wireless network adapters that operate in both the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz spectra. These adapters, available in both PCIe* Mini Card and Half Mini Card form factor deliver up to 450 Mbps of bandwidth² via features such as MIMO technology, 40 MHz Channel support, and Packet Aggregation.

The widespread acceptance of 802.11 Draft-N¹ products has been driven by users seeking to exchange information in a timely manner, stream High Definition (HD) video, and handle voice, video, and data traffic concurrently. This has led to the adoption of 802.11 Draft-N¹ as a key technology component in both Consumer and Enterprise notebook PCs. The Intel® WiFi Link 5000 Series Wireless Adapters incorporate this 802.11 Draft-N¹ technology with the Intel® WiFi Link 5300 Series delivering leading edge bandwidths of up to 450Mbps².

Product information

Experience the Intel® WiFi Link 5300 in your home

Experience the Intel® WiFi Link 5300 in your home

Resources

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Features and benefits

Performance and power

Intel® WiFi Link 5300
  • Up to 450 Mbps of Bandwidth² results in less time waiting for files to transfer; in addition to enabling multiple applications to simultaneously access the network resulting in increased productivity
  • Enables both the Enterprise and Home users to tackle today's voice, video, and data applications while future-proofing their Laptop investment to handle tomorrow's growing network performance needs and capabilities.
  • Wirelessly backup your entire system to a Server
  • Stream High Definition (HD) video throughout the Home with Bandwidth to spare for other applications
Intel® WiFi Link 5100
  • Up to 300 Mbps of Receive Bandwidth³ results in a 5x Bandwidth increase³ compared to legacy 802.11a/b/g solutions
Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) Technology
  • Provides higher data rates compared to 802.11a/b/g solutions through the use of multiple antennas to transmit and receive data
  • Helps ensure more consistent coverage throughout the Enterprise and Home resulting in a more enjoyable user experience
Up to 2x greater range²
  • Enable better wireless reception for greater bandwidth at farther distances
  • Reduce the number of "dead zones", dropped data packets, and network re-connects, helping to dramatically improve connectivity throughout the home
Industry-leading power consumptionΦ
  • Reduced WLAN power consumption results in longer platform battery lifeΦ for greater utility, enjoyment, and convenience

Flexibility

Dual-Band, Quad-Mode solution (802.11a/b/g/Draft-N¹)
  • Operates in the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz band resulting in maximum compatibility with today's installed base of legacy 802.11a/b/g networks in the Enterprise and in the Home
  • Connect with confidence to the Internet via the millions of WiFi hotspots around the world

Manageability and security

Wireless support for Intel® Active Management Technology
  • Provides IT managers the capability to remotely discover, heal, and protect Laptops regardless of the functional state of the operating system
  • Manage and troubleshoot laptops even in a standby or hibernate state resulting in reduced on-site support cost
Intel® PROSet/Wireless SoftwareΩ v.12.0
  • Feature-rich and easy to use application that supports legacy and next generation Draft-N¹ features on Microsoft Windows XP* and Microsoft Windows Vista*
  • Simplifies client deployments and enables remote management of wireless settings and profiles
Advanced security via 802.11i
  • Increased security via support of the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) block cipher technology ensures that Enterprise and Home networks are protected from unauthorized access and intrusion

Interoperability

Connect with Intel® Centrino® processor technology program
  • Maximum compatibility is ensured when using a Laptop based on Intel® Centrino® processor technology and 3rd party Access Points (sometimes known as Wireless Routers) that have the Connect with Intel® Centrino® logo
  • Validated to provide optimum performance for today's mobile lifestyle
Cisco Compatible Extensions* v.4
  • Helps prevent delays in VoIP calls when roaming between Access Points
  • Enables improved network diagnostics to aid in IT management and troubleshooting

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¹ “Draft-N” refers to: IEEE P802.11n*/D2.0 Draft Amendment to STANDARD [FOR] Information Technology-Telecommunications and information exchange between systems-Local and Metropolitan networks-specific requirements-Part 11: Wireless LAN Medium Access Control (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY) specifications: Enhancements for Higher Throughput.

² Up to 2x greater range enabled by 3x3 Draft-N implementations with 3 spatial streams. Up to 450 Mbps of Bandwidth based on the theoretical maximum bandwidth enabled by 3x3 Draft-N implementations with 3 spatial streams in combination with a 3 spatial stream Access Point. Actual wireless throughput and/or range will vary depending on your specific operating system, hardware, and software configurations. Check with your PC and access point manufacturer for details.

³ Up to 5x Bandwidth increase or up to 300 Mbps of Receive Bandwidth based on the theoretical maximum receive bandwidth enabled by 1x2 Draft-N implementations with 1 transmit spatial stream and 2 receive spatial streams. Actual wireless throughput and/or range will vary depending on your specific operating system, hardware, and software configurations. Check with your PC and access point manufacturer for details.

Φ References to improved battery life as measured by MobileMark* 2005 refer to platform comparisons versus competing Draft-N WLAN solutions. Actual platform battery life savings will vary depending on your specific operating system, hardware and software configurations. Check with your PC manufacturer for details.

Ω Intel® PROSet/Wireless software may not be supported by your PC manufacturer. Check with your PC manufacturer for details on availability.

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