HARMONY OPENAIR USB ADAPTER
Manufacturer: Proxim, Inc.
Product Type: CE
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Product Description
The Harmony OpenAir USB Adapter is a long range, high performance wireless LAN adapter for desktop PCs. Utilizing 2.4GHz frequency hopping spread spectrum radio transmissions, the Harmony OpenAir USB Adapter operates at a data rate of 1.6 Mbps and has a range of up to 500 feet indoors, 1000 feet outdoors. With wirefree networking technology, you can place your computers wherever it is most convenient for you, without being limited by the length of your cables. As your facility experiences changes in space, personnel, even location, utilizing the Harmony OpenAir USB Adapter means you can avoid redundant cabling and networking costs. Simply position (or reposition) your desktop computer where you need connectivity and go about your business. With 15 independent channels, the Harmony OpenAir USB Adapter is well suited for high-density wirefree network environments. Emergency rooms in hospitals, stock exchanges, and crowded classroom libraries are all examples of environments where OpenAir is successful due to its ability to handle a large number of clients in a very small physical space. Because it utilizes frequency hopping technology, the OpenAir USB Adapter is also highly interference-immune. The USB interface is the most common and convenient port found on today's desktop PCs. Installation is a completely painless experience - just plug right in, there's no need to open the computer. Once installed, this connection allows your computer to immediately become a wireless extension of the existing wired network. The Harmony software includes status monitors in your task tray to always keep you up to date on the performance of your connection.
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