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Support for the Wi-Fi Card by Palm
802.11b SDIO Wi-Fi card for the Tungsten E2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten T5, and Zire 72

key features of the Wi-Fi Card by Palm
Adds 802.11b wireless network connectivity to the Tungsten E2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten T5 and Zire 72 handhelds
Connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi hotspots at home, work and on the go
Includes PPTP VPN client for secure access to corporate networks
Enables high-speed wireless HotSync capability (Windows only)
Compatible with web browser and email client bundled with the Tungsten E2, Tungsten T3 and Zire 72
Reduced power consumption in standby mode
Supports infrastructure or peer-to-peer (ad-hoc) connectivity
Supports WEP encryption with 64 or 128 bit keys
Signal strength indicator
Store multiple network settings
detailed specifications
24mm x 54mm x 2.1/3.0 (standard card portion/extended portion)
802.11b Channels 1~11
Data Rate: 11Mbps maximum with Dynamic Bandwidth Management to 1, 2 and 5.5 Mbps.
Operating Range: 120ft (37m) indoor, 400ft (122m) outdoor at 11Mbps.
frequently asked questions

Q: Can I use the Wi-Fi Card by Palm with any other devices?
A: No. As of May 2004, this accessory is compatible with Tungsten E2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten T5 and Zire 72 handhelds only. Future handhelds may be compatible with this accessory; check www.Palm.com for availability. It is not compatible with any Treo smartphone.
Note: Tungsten T5 users need to download drivers for the Wi-Fi Card by Palm.

Q: Will the Wi-Fi Card work with my company's wireless LAN?
A: Your organisation may use a number of security precautions for its WLAN. The Wi-Fi Card by Palm includes a PPTP VPN client for secure access to corporate networks, and it supports WEP encryption with 64 or 128 bit keys. Third-party applications may be available for IPSec connections; visit software connection store to check availability. Please contact your organisation's IT administrator for details and setup instructions.

Q: Can I use it internationally?
A: The Wi-Fi Card by Palm operates in the Industry Scientific and Medical (ISM) band and supports channels 1 through 11. In countries where channels 12 through 14 are also used, you may encounter access points using these channels and be unable to make a wireless connection. Contact the IT administrator of the organisation where you plan to use the Wi-Fi Card for more information.

Q: Does the Wi-Fi Card include any flash memory?
A: No. The Wi-Fi Card includes the Wi-Fi radio only. There is no additional flash memory in the card.


More Questions? Read the Wi-Fi Card by Palm FAQ.
requirements
Tungsten E2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten T5 and Zire 72 handheld
5MB available handheld memory required for installation
Takes up 1.1MB of memory after installation
PC running Windows 98/NT 4.0/2000/Me/XP
  - Or -
Mac OS 9.2.2, Mac OS X, version 10.1.2 or higher
Network HotSync supported on Windows only
downloads
Drivers for the Wi-Fi Card by Palm
handbooks
English
(PDF: 683KB / 78 pages)
Traditional Chinese
(PDF: 934KB / 78 pages)
  Simplified Chinese
(PDF: 957 / 78 pages)
more support
Wi-Fi Card by Palm FAQ
Wi-Fi Support
Wi-Fi Troubleshooting
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