Sony VAIO Wireless LAN Pro Router Access Point, 5 GHz (PCWA-A500)

by Sony

Product Details

Product Manual [288kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000064127
• Item model number: PCWAA500
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 28, 2002

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Enjoy video, picture, and music streaming between multiple VAIO PCs with VAIO media software with the PCWA-A500. The unit has 2 Ethernet ports for LAN and WAN connection and its high-speed data transfer rate (up to 54 Mbps) makes smooth MPEG video transfer possible. It supports wireless connections for up to 16 PCs from up to 150 feet away.

The PCWA-A500 is compatible with IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz) technology wireless devices. (For IEEE 802.11b compatibility, see model PCWA-A200.)

Features:

• Built-in router function: all-in-one access point
• Universal plug and play (UPnP): enjoy wireless video conferencing or chat with your friends and family using Microsoft Windows XP Windows Messenger
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) Access: wireless access to VPN--keep connected to your data
• Wireless Convenience: supports wireless Internet and email connections of up to 150 feet (line-of-sight)
• Multiple users: connects up to 16 PCs per access point
• Industry standard: utilizes IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz) wireless devices
• High-speed transfer: up to 54 Mbps high-speed data transfer rate
• Multiple connectivity: 2 Ethernet ports for LAN and WAN connection

Specifications:

• Standard: IEEE802.11a/WECA compliant
• Frequency rate: 5.15 to 5.35 GHz, 8 channels
• Power supply: AC 100V to 240V 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: approximately 7 watts
• Protocol: TCP/IP
• Encryption: 64-/128-bit WEP
• Media access: CSMA/CA
• Transfer rate: 6 to 54 Mbps
• Range: up to 300 feet (depending on environmental conditions)
• Recommended number of users: up to 16 users
• Interface: two 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 interface
• Dimensions: 6.375 x 9.25 x 1.9 inches (stand depth 3.625); 6.375 x 8.625 x 2.25 inches with stand folded back)
• Weight: 2.625 pounds
• Supplied accessories: AC adapter, power cord, Ethernet cable
• Operating temperature: 41 degrees F to 95 degrees F (without condensation)
• Storage temperature::4 degrees F to 140 degrees F (without condensation)
• Data interfaces: 10/100Base Ethernet, (WAN) RJ-45, 10/100Base Ethernet, (LAN) RJ-45, 802.11a (Wireless)
• Front-panel indicators: power ON/OFF, WAN data TX/RX (Ethernet 1), LAN data TX/RX (Ethernet 2), wireless data TX/RX, message