D-Link DWL-G710 Product Manual - Page 9

Wireless Basics (continued) The DWL-G710 is compatible, in default mode, with the following wireless products: D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter used with desktop computers D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G630 Wireless Cardbus Adapter used with laptop computers D-Link AirPlusTM G DI-524 Wireless Router The DWL-G710 is also interoperable with other 802.11g and 802.11b standards-compliant devices. Standards-Based Technology The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender utilizes the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to 54Mbps* within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology. This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device, you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works by transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneously at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-G710 will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible. * Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate. 9