Data Sheet ™ RoamAbout Access Point 2000 and High-Rate PC Card • Seamless interoperability to ensure ease of use and protect existing technology investments • Industry-leading security with up to 128-bit WEP and Encryption Key Distribution • Easy-to-use configuration and diagnostic tools, including free RoamAbout Access Point Manager • Seamless interoperability Whether building new departmental work- Wireless LANs for Next- groups where cabling runs are difficult or Generation Networks — IEEE 802.11b 11Mbps compliance and multiven- prohibited, or providing temporary access Designed for a workforce on the go, dor interoperability provide to laptop users or users with compliant Enterasys Networks RoamAbout wireless seamless connectivity to hand-held devices, RoamAbout is the solution offers enhanced user mobility, other vendors’ 802.11b perfect answer to extended connectivity Direct Sequence products ease of installation, extended connectivity, and increased productivity. • Power injection increased productivity, and great cost savings. Benefit from award-winning fea- — Free, patent-pending Take Your LAN with You power injector saves hun- tures including uninterrupted access, RoamAbout allows you to establish a dreds of dollars in instal- 802.11b compliance, vendor interoper- wireless data LAN network quickly, easily, lation costs by powering ability, easy upgrades and free configura- the Access Point through and economically, offering users depend- tion tools—as well as the vital security the network cables able, Ethernet-like performance. With you expect. • Industry-leading security RoamAbout, no user in-building Radio The RoamAbout family is based on two Frequency license is required because it — 40-bit WEP or optional 128-bit (RC4 Algorithm) key components: the Access Point 2000, utilizes the ISM (Industrial Scientific and for the highest level of which quickly and easily connects to Medical) band with a performance- security your wired LAN via Unshielded Twisted enhancing 2.4 GHz Direct Sequence — Encryption Key Pair, and an 11 Mbps 2.4 GHz Direct Spread Spectrum frequency. RoamAbout Distribution tools enable Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) is a productivity-enhancing utility that is easy creation and distri- wireless Ethernet PC card. easily integrated into any compliant infra- bution of key to clients structure, allowing businesses and organ- • Simplified configuration/ A full-functioning switch, the Access izations the freedom they need to spread diagnostic tools Point connects to your wired LAN by a the benefits of shared data access. — Free RoamAbout Access 10Base-T Ethernet connection and Whatever industry you’re in, RoamAbout Point Manager software provides Layer 2 bridge functionality. An tool for easy configuration is easily adapted as a high-performance IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence Spread alternative to otherwise costly network — Free client diagnostic Spectrum (DSSS) wireless network PC tools identify signal expansion. Customers who rely on card, the RoamAbout PC card functions strength and other com- RoamAbout include health care like any standard wired Ethernet card, munication information to customers such as hospitals, clinics, identify optimum Access but uses radio frequencies instead of a research facilities and telemedicine Point placement cable for the LAN connection. The operations; K-12 schools, colleges, — Enhanced access control RoamAbout PC card remains connected universities and distance learning gives managers total to the network by seamlessly switching to campuses; Fortune 500 and 1000 control over who is able a different Access Point as you roam to access the network customers; manufacturing facilities; throughout the network. The RoamAbout historical sites; and government opera- PC card fits into any type II PC card slot tions. on laptop devices, and can be installed in desktop computers without PCMCIA using the optional RoamAbout ISA adapter card. Page 1 of 4 • Data Sheet Specifications Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Frequency Band Operating Temperature 2400 - 2483.5 MHz 5° C to 50° C (41 F° to 122° F) Number of Selectable Sub Channels Subject to Non-Operating Temperature -40° C to 66° C (-40° F to 151° F) Local Regulations United States (FCC): 11 Operating Humidity France (FR): 4 95% max. (non-condensing) Japan (JP): 14 Maximum Rate of Change 36° F/h (20° C/h) Other Countries (ETSI): 13 Altitude Above Sea Level Modulation Technique To 2.4 km (8000 ft) Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK) Air Flow Convection cooled Spreading 11-chip Barker sequence Agency and Standards Specifications Bit Error Rate Safety Better than 10-5 UL 60950, CSA 60950, EN 60950, EN 60825 and IEC 60950 Media Access Protocol Electromagnetic Compatibility CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with ACK 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15, CSA C108.8, EN 555022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, AS/NZS CISPR Interface 22, and VCCI V-3 PC Card Type II Extended Data Rate 11 Mbps (with fall back rates of 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps) Automatic Rate Selection Range Semi-Open Office: 11 Mbps, 50m; 5.5 Mbps, 70m; 2 Mbps, 90m; 1 Mbps, 115m Closed Office: 11Mbps, 35m; 5.5 Mbps, 70m; 2 Mbps, 40m; 1 Mbps, 50m Compatibility Supports Windows 95, 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Macintosh, Windows ME, Linux and Novell Client 3.x & 4.x Page 2 of 4 • Data Sheet Ordering Information CSIWS-AB RoamAbout Access Point, requires PC card CSICD-AW-128 128-bit Encryption PC Card Optional Products CS140CD-AW-128 RoamAbout 128-bit encryption PC Card, 40-card bundle CS16CD-AW-128 RoamAbout 128-bit encryption PC Card, 6-card bundle CSIBB-IA RoamAbout Indoor Antenna—used for desktop PC applications where you want to extend the antenna or when Access Points are not ideally located CSIWS-RM RoamAbout rack mount for Remote Power Injector (holds three injectors) CSIWS-RMPER RoamAbout Remote Power Injector (spare/replacement) RBTR2-PS3 RoamAbout Replacement/Redundant Power Supply 120-240 VAC Page 3 of 4 • Data Sheet Warranty As a customer-centric company, Enterasys is committed to providing the best possible workmanship and design in our product set. In the event that one of our products fails due to a defect in one of these factors, we have developed a comprehensive warranty that protects you and provides a simple way to get your products repaired as soon as possible. Service and Support Enterasys understands that superior service and support is ™ a critical component of Networks that Know. The Enterasys SupportNet Portfolio—a suite of innovative and flexible service and support offerings—completes the Enterasys solution. SupportNet offers all the post-imple- mentation support services you need—online, onsite or over the phone—to maintain your network availability and performance. Additional Information For additional information on RoamAbout, visit enterasys.com/products/wireless Contact Information Contact Enterasys Sales at 877-801-7082 or enterasys.com/corporate/contact/contact-sales.html Enterasys Networks Corporate Headquarters 50 Minuteman Road Andover, MA 01810 U.S.A RoamAbout is a trademark or registered trademarks of Enterasys Networks. All other products or services mentioned are identified by the trademarks or service marks of their respective companies or organizations. NOTE: Enterasys Networks reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Please contact your representative to confirm current specifications. All contents are copyright © 2004 Enterasys Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Lit. #9011987-6 4/04 Page 4 of 4 • Data Sheet