GENERAL GUIDELINE ON EQUIPMENT

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS You may use any brand of WiFi cards. Please be advised that WiFi cards for notebooks and handheld devices differ from one another. Depending on the equipment you are using, here is a general guideline for some of the most common card types: NOTEBOOKS - For newer notebooks, the card is usually built in, or you may use a Type II or III PC Card. HANDHELDS - For newer handheld, the card is usually built-in or you may use a Compact Flash or SD card. Specifications: Notebooks Your notebook should have the following ready for connection: A built-in WiFi card or you may obtain a Type II or III PC Card. Any operating systems. A web browser.   Handheld Your handheld should have the following ready for connection A built-in WiFi card or you may obtain a Compact Flash or SD card running on. An operating system for your handheld. A web browser for your handheld. Standards: Data Rate Depending on the standard, here is a general guideline· 802.11a - up to 11 Megabits 802.11b - up to 22 Megabits The cards should comply with IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b standard. Note: Bandwidth is dependent on distance, obstacles and number of users.