HandEra, Inc. (www.handera.com), a provider of handheld computing devices for business professionals, today announced plans to support the Symbol Wireless Networker(TM), an 802.11b (Wi-Fi) CompactFlash wireless LAN adapter. The HandEra 330(TM), which features integrated support for CompactFlash peripherals, will accommodate the Symbol product for wireless connectivity with enterprise networks, email systems and other applications.
Based on Symbol's Spectrum24(R) High Rate Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) wireless LAN technology, the Wireless Networker complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard. The new adapter features dynamic rate scaling from 11Mbps, to 5.5Mbps, 2Mbps and 1Mbps, for optimum wireless connectivity during higher traffic sessions. The product is the first CompactFlash wireless LAN adapter to be Wi-Fi certified. The Wireless Networker is a CompactFlash Type I card format and is compatible with the HandEra 330's CompactFlash expansion slot.
"CompactFlash wireless LAN technology will deliver immediate, cable-free communications to today's most popular handheld computers, including the HandEra 330, for wireless access to critical business applications," said Chuck Furedy, vice president, Worldwide OEM Sales, Symbol Technologies, Inc. "The quest for all things wireless is moving forward and Symbol is providing the security and connectivity demanded in today's enterprise environment and tomorrow's 'connected' communities."
The Wireless Networker will enable handheld users to perform large file transfers, wirelessly access the Internet and email, and run other high-speed network applications. HandEra 330 users will have the option of a Wi-Fi solution that includes the benefit of Symbol's advanced features for mobile security, including 40-bit and 128-bit data encryption.
"Wireless connectivity is becoming a 'must-have' for today's business professional at work, in the field, and around the world," said Michael Downey, CEO of HandEra, Inc. "The 802.11b wireless protocol will expand the capability of handheld computers to include real-time access to information, and wireless communication with enterprise networks. Because the HandEra 330 features built-in support for CompactFlash, the Symbol wireless LAN adapter will help us to provide our customers an extremely cost-effective solution for wireless connectivity."
The Symbol Wireless Networker adapter is currently available through online E-tailers. HandEra developed the 802.11b CompactFlash software drivers for the HandEra 330, which are currently in beta testing with availability planned for mid-November 2001. A complete software solution, including device-specific drivers for the Palm operating system and configuration tools, will be available for HandEra 330 users at www.handera.com.
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