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SX-10WAG/WG
Mini PCI radio modules that provide superior features
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Overview

Designed specifically for embedded applications, the Silex SX-10WAG (802.11a/b/g) and SX-10WG (802.11b/g) are Mini PCI radio modules that provide superior features for the OEM such as:

  • Manufactured in Japan to the strictest quality standards at Silex's ISO 9001:2000 certified factory
  • FCC Limited Modular Approval and certified/compliant with wide range of global regulatory standards
  • Include 0dB antenna and support diversity antenna configurations

Features

The SX-10WG and SX-10WAG are high quality mini-PCI wireless LAN modules that are designed specifically for OEM embedded applications.  They are used to add 802.11b/g (SX-10WG) or 802.11a/b/g (SX-10WAG) capabilities to devices where the higher-level network processing is done in the OEM device’s processor.  Unlike generic mini-PCI modules that are intended for use in laptops, the SX-10WG and SX-10WAG meet the specific requirements of demanding OEMs for features, quality, and support. 

The SX-10WAG and SX-10WG advantages include: 

  • Manufactured by Silex in Japan to the strictest quality standards at Silex's ISO 9001:2000 certified factory
  • FCC Limited Modular Approval for simplification of OEM FCC testing requirements
  • Meets a wide range of global regulatory certifications/standards
  • U.S.-based OEM support team
  • Sophisticated embedded networking software available, including Silex’s comprehensive NSS security suite
  • Includes antenna with cable (no need to source separate antenna) and supports diversity antenna configurations

To expedite your OEM design process, Silex offers the SX-TCP protocol stack and the NSS security software suite .  These sophisticated software packages work with the SX-10WAG or SX-10WG to provide a highly reliable and secure wireless connectivity solution for your device.

 

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Specifications


Wireless LAN protocols
Wireless LAN protocols:  802.11b, 802.11g; SX-10WAG also supports 802.11a and Atheros Super AG
Chipset Atheros Communications AR5005G (SX-10WG) or AR5414A-001 (SX-10WAG) 
Dimensions
44.6 x 59.6 x 4mm (SX-10WG); 31 x 59.6 x 4mm (SX-10WAG)
Antenna Connectors Antenna connector 2 x U.FL
Radio Output

SX-10WG:  16dBm (802.11b mode); 15dBm (802.11g 2-10ch, 12, 13ch.); 14dBm (802.11g 11ch.), 12dBm (802.11g 1ch.)

SX-10WAG:  16dBm (all modes)

Power consumption  500mA max
Operating voltage  3.3V±0.3V
Temperature

SX-10WAG: 0 to +70 degrees C (operating) -10 to +80 degrees C (storage)

SX-10WG: 0 to +60 degrees C (operating) -10 to +70 degrees C (storage) 

  20 to 90%RH (operating); 5 to 90%RH (storage)
 Global Certifications/Standards
 FCC Part 15 Subpart C, EU Directive RoHS, EU Directive R&TTE (EN300 328, EN 60950, EN 301 893), ARIB-STD-T66, ARIB STD-T71, RCR STD-33, IC RSS210; FCC Limited Modular Approval
 Wireless Certifications
US, Canada, Japan, EU

 

Software

 

WINDOWS DRIVERS FOR SX-10WG AND SX-10WAG

Silex offers Windows 2000/XP binary drivers for the SX-10WG and SX-10WAG.  These drivers allow the SX-10WG or SX-10WAG to be used as a standard 802.11 wireless adapter card, with configuration via the Windows Control Panel.

1. Operating procedures

  • Download the .EXE file into a directory on your computer’s disk drive.
  • Extract the contents of the .EXE file by double clicking on the file icon and specifying the folder where you want to put the driver files.
  • Power down your computer, and install the SX-10WG.
  • Restart your computer.  When Windows starts, the Found New Hardware Wizard will appear.  Select the option to install from a specific location, and specify the folder where you put the driver files.  The driver will then be installed on your computer, and you will need to restart the computer to make the changes take effect.
2. Cautions when using the product
    
Should you have any further questions, please send an E-mail to support@silexamerica.com, or call us at (801) 748-1199 or (866) 765-8761 (U.S. Toll-Free).
 
3. Conditions to use the product
  • Silex Technology, Inc. reserves all rights in relation to this software and its data.
  • You may not alter any portion of this software, and you may not reverse engineer, reverse assemble, reverse compile, or create derivative works from it.
  • You assume all responsibility for the downloading and installation of this software on your computer.
4. Download
 
If you agree to the above written terms and conditions, press the file name in the list below, and file will be downloaded.
 
LINUX DRIVERS FOR SX-10WG AND SX-10WAG
 
If you are using Linux or if you want to develop custom drivers, the SX-10WG and SX-10WAG are compatible with the MadWiFi drivers. These drivers are available in source form at www.madwifi.org.
 
 
CUSTOM DRIVERS
 
Silex has engineering resources to develop custom drivers and other software for a variety of different operating systems and processors.  For additional information or a price quotation, please contact us at sales@silexamerica.com, or call us at (801) 748-1199 or (866) 765-8761 (U.S. Toll-Free).
 

 

 

 

 
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