D-Link DWA-182 User Manual

44D-Link DWA-182 User Manual
Appendix A - Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your
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A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. Wireless
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Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the
same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
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or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link.
Wireless Basics

D-Link DWA-182 Specifications

Power

current consumption (Tx)	495 mA
current consumption (Rx)	220 mA
operating voltage	5.0 VDC +/- 10%

Operating Environment

operating temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
operating humidity	10% to 90% maximum (non-condensing)

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	3.8 x 1.1 x 0.5 inches (97.3 x 29.1 x 13.5 mm)
weight	21.94 grams