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Hardware description, Ardware, Escription – SMC Networks 5MC2671W User Manual

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The Wireless Ethernet Adapter supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps
half-duplex connections to Ethernet networks. This device is fully
compliant with 2.4 GHz DSSS CSMA/CA wireless networking as
defined in IEEE 802.11b. It can be connected via an RJ-45
connection to devices such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft
Xbox, Sony PlayStation II, and Ethernet ready embedded
devices. It can also function as an IEEE 802.11b Access Point or
as a Range Extender (see “Introduction” on page 1).

Figure 1. Rear Panel

Note: If you use the RELOAD button at the bottom, the Wireless

Ethernet Adapter performs a power reset. If the button is
depressed for over 5 seconds, all the LEDs will illuminate
and the factory settings will be restored.

Item

Description

Power Inlet

Connect the included power adapter to this inlet.
Warning: Using the wrong type of power adapter may damage
your adapter.

LAN Port

Fast Ethernet port (RJ-45). Connect device (such as a PC, hub
or switch) on your local area network to this port.

MDI/MDIX
Switch

Press down the switch to connect to a network device with a
straight-through twisted-pair cable; otherwise, connect to the
network device with (MDI-X) station ports at both ends by using
crossover cabling.

Power Connector

RJ-45 Port

MDI/MDIX Switch