Cisco Aironet 350 Series 11Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card Adapter ( AIR-PCM352 )

Average customer rating: 4.5

Old tech, but superior
You can get it cheaper
Works with Fedora Core 2
Solid performer
Terrific product; but terribly priced

Cisco Aironet 350 Series 11Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card Adapter ( AIR-PCM352 )

Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B00006HOZB

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Product Description

Cisco Aironet series access points ensure maximum network coverage efficiency in a variety of information systems and facilities. Cisco Aironet series access points perform functions similar to a hub in a wired network; in addition, they add the vital, price/performance benefits of security, management features, and mobility services. For example, the innovative roaming functionality provided by Aironet access points enables users equipped with wireless client adapters to freely move throughout a facility while maintaining seamless, uninterrupted access to the network. The Aironet family of access points features easy integration to a wired network backbone, flexible configuration, management capabilities, and a wide range of product configurations.

Customer Reviews:

Old tech, but superior.......2006-05-10

I've been using one of these for several years, in 3-4 computers. It's a superb, robust, unstoppable 802.11b card (that means it's only capable of 11 Mbps).

The real value is not just in the card, but in the latest software from Cisco for it. Update to the most recent firmware, the Aironet Client Utility (ACU) 6.6.0.0 (as of this writing), and their separate site survey utility, and you've got more functionality, configurability (including World Mode) than most PC Cards. The ACU is a fantastic location switching program, allows you associate more than one SSID with a profile (say, "CAFE," or "LIBRARIES"), set specific power and sensitivity settings for each, etc. It will also work with IBM's Access Connections if you use a ThinkPad.

If you want the best, you've found it (short of a newer a/b/g card); otherwise, settle for less with the rest.

You can get it cheaper.......2005-09-09

I purchased this card because the unique capabilities of our network required it. So I can't speak for it's features...

But I only paid $25.00 for it. If you shop for this item on on-line auctions, you can get a very good deal.

Works with Fedora Core 2.......2004-09-23

I got from a friend this card 3 weeks ago. It was very easy to install on Linux Fedora Core 2. I am using it on my Compat Evo N1020v and it works well.

Solid performer.......2004-07-09

I have 4 Linksys 54G cards ( 2 desktop and 2 laptop ) and 2 Cisco 11B 350s and I think the 350s are much easier to work with. Especially on the road with a laptop - they always work. Set up a new profile and your are connected.

We use the 350s at work and they are just great, solid, predictable cards. For the price difference, unless you have a homogeneous 54G environment, the 350s are winner.

My choice for ease of use and consistent performance.

Plus, I like the Cisco monitoring software, profiles, etc. When I go out of town, I set up a new profile and almost always can get associated right away with whatever wireless provider ( maybe except for the Spokane airport but that's a different rant ).

Terrific product; but terribly priced.......2003-07-11

I have been using Cisco Aironet 350 series for a while, with a netgear wireless router. The range and the quality are pretty decent and I never had a problem with it. Interestingly the product I got was a used one. So, I guess it should work well, for a long time for you.

The software has some good diagnostic tools to test the link status and performance and proves that this is a standard Cisco product. The automatic network detection and switching makes it even better to seamlessly move from the office to home and to Starbucks if you like, without much hassle (I haven't tried it in starbucks personally though).

One small issue. The Aironet Client Monitoring software disables the fast switching capability in the Windows XP and gives the typical Windows 2000 login screen. Though not a big problem for me, it might be a serious issue for some.

Except for the price, the product is very likable. If you are more conscious about price, you might want to try the linksys alternative (from Cisco/Linksys group afterall)

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