Intel® WiMAX WiFi Link 5150 Network - PCI Express Half-Height Mini Card - 802.11b, 802.11a, ... (512ANXHMW)

Intel® WiMAX WiFi Link 5150 Network Adapter - PCI Express Half-Height Mini Card - 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n

The Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150 is an IEEE 802.16e and 802.11a, b, g and N wireless network adapter that operates in the 2.5 GHz spectrum for WiMAX and 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz spectra for WiFi. This adapter in the 1" half-length Mini Card form factor, delivers up to 13 Mbps+ downlink and 3 Mbps+ uplink performance over WiMAX and up to 300 Mbps Tx/Rx2 over WiFi, providing 5x performance over existing 802.11a/b/g solutions. Reduced WLAN power consumption results in longer platform battery life for greater utility, enjoyment, and convenience. This integrated module, embedded in new Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology notebooks, provides flexible and convenient connectivity to both WiMAX and WiFi networks to enhance today's mobile lifestyle. Scores of cities in the U.S already have WiMAX available, with growth expected to reach 800 million worldwide by the end of 2010. The card is fully IEEE 802.16e-2005 Wave 2 compliant meaning it is ready to supply broadband connectivity for rich Internet experience while on the go with open standards-based WiMAX networks. Note: this card is compatible with most laptops EXCEPT most models from Compaq, HP, IBM or Lenovo.