NETGEAR FA120 User manual

FA120
USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet Adapter
10/100 Mbps
USB 2.0 brings High-speed Transfer Rates far
faster than USB 1.1
NETGEAR's USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet Adapter brings blazing speed into your home network.
It gives you true 10/100 Mbps network access and connects your PC to any Ethernet
network through any USB port using proven, standards-based technologies. Just attach
the adapter to an open USB port on either your computer or a USB hub and follow the
on-screen installation instructions. No internal card is required, which means you’re
instantly connected without opening up your PC. Power, Link, LEDs keep you informed
of network activity. Hot swappable and compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 hardware,
it works conveniently with desktop and notebook PCs so you can enjoy the benefits of
networking – sharing your Internet connection, transferring your files, and competing
in multiplayer games.
When connected to USB 2.0 port, this potent adapter connects 10 times faster than USB 1.1
for real 100 Mbps network access. (USB 2.0 is a 480 Mbps technology while USB 1.1 is a 12
Mbps technology, but a 100 Mbps connection will allow network access at a full 100 Mbps,
compared to a mere 10 Mbps with USB 1.1.)
Compact, portable size works conveniently with both desktop and notebook PCs without
crowding your workspace.
The FA120 easily plugs into the unit. There's no internal card so you’re instantly connected
at 10/100 Mbps without opening up your PC. User-friendly software guides you smoothly
through installation and configuration.
Compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 hardware, this adapter allows both Plug and Play and
hot swapping capability (where you don’t need to power down your unit). You can alternate
ports and cables, yet this versatile adapter will work at the fastest speed possible.
Thorough testing ensures quality and dependable operability, and NETGEAR backs this up
with a 5-year limited warranty.
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Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR
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D-FA120-0
System Requirements
-Pentium-based systems equipped with a USB 1.1
or USB 2.0 port
Package Contents
-FA120 USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet Adapter
-GearBox™for Adapters CD-ROM
-USB 2.0 Cable
-Quick Installation Guide
-Warranty & Support Information Card
Technical Specifications
•Standards Compatibility:
-Microsoft® Windows® 98, ME, 2000, XP
-IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet,
-IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
Note: not compatible with some USB 2.0 note
book PC Cards based on NEC chips.
•Interface Options:
-RJ-45 Ethernet connector
•IRQ Options:
-Assigned by Plug and Play system
•Power Consumption:
-1.4 W
•LED Indicators:
-USB Power, Link/Act
•Dimensions:
-FA120: 63 x 45 x 24 (mm) 2.5 x 1.77 x 0.94 (in)
-Cable: 30.48 (cm) 12 (in)
•Weight:
-48g
•Environmental Specifications:
-Operating temperature: 0 to 45º C
-Operating humidity: 10 to 90% noncondensing
•Agency Compliance:
-CE mark, commercial
-FCC, Part 15, Class B
-EN 55 022 (CISPR 22), Class B
-Canada ICES-003, Class B
-VCCI Class B
•Warranty:
-5 years