The IEEE 802.16e-2005 compliant PacketMAX 700 series wireless PC cards from Aperto Networks turn any portable or desktop computer with standard PCMCIA slot into WiMAX subscriber units. Designed for convenience and performance, the PacketMAX 700 packs multiple antennae, powerful radio and advanced QoS technologies into its small frame.

Available in multiple frequency bands for 2.3 to 2.4 GHz, 2.5 to 2.7 GHz and 3.3 to 3.8 GHz, PacketMAX 700 has native support for all major operating systems. The network detects the unit and takes just a few minutes to bring physical link up, without requiring direct line of sight to the base station.

Other user-friendly functions in the PacketMAX 700 include CSN-based auto-provisioning, WiMAX link status LED and sleep-mode/ idle-mode to conserve laptop battery.

PacketMAX 700 mobile stations pave the way for longer connections to the WiMAX network. Mobile IP support in PacketMAX 700 gives users location-independent access to all their data and multimedia content. For the operator, this means enhanced billing generated by value-added voice and data services used by a community of mobile users.

Combined with benefits of OFDMA, Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC) at the receiver and Uplink Sub-channelization address the technical challenge of signal penetration behind two interior walls and provide additional resilience to frequency selective fading.

The PacketMAX 600 series USB Adaptor is designed specifically for the mobile WiMAX user. The PacketMAX 600 breaks the last-mile chain, letting the user experience high-speed broadband whether indoor, on campus or on the road.

The PacketMAX 600 is 802.16e-2005 Wave 2 compliant, with driver-support for all popular operating systems. It turns any laptop or desktop with a standard USB port into a mobile broadband receiver station.

Aperto offers PacketMAX 600 models operating in 2.3 to 2.4 GHz, 2.5 to 2.7 GHz and 3.3 to 3.8 GHz bands. The system is outfitted with link management algorithms, OFDMA, Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC) at the receiver and uplink sub-channelization to ensure optimum link reliability independent of orientation, interior walls and direct line of sight to the base station. Designed for convenience and performance, PacketMAX 600 has dual 2dBi antenna, powerful radio features and advanced QoS to enable hassle-free NLOS operation.

The PacketMAX 500 series subscriber units bring the excitement of WiMAX to the desktop. These stylish and aesthetically pleasing, dual antenna indoor modems give the consumer choice of wireless broadband as a viable alternative to DSL and cable access. Multi-megabit speeds are possible without the high cost and inconvenience associated with fixed-line access, such as road-cutting and over-hanging cables.

PacketMAX 500 Series subscriber units provide an alternative to DSL for all-indoor consumer environments, supporting a complete range of networking functions. The integrated voice and WiFi options make the PacketMAX 500 a single-box solution relegating telephone adapters, WiFi access points, and DSL modems to the past. PacketMAX 500 can support 802.16-2004 or 802.16e-2005 depending on the system model.

Available in multiple frequency bands in 2 GHz and 3 GHz, PacketMAX 500 series flexibly adapts to different budgets and requirements with a host of optional features. These include advanced IP networking features, integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi and 4-port switch for increased usability. VoIP ports in PacketMAX 500 allow voice calls using standard phones, paving the way for wider adoption of WiMAX by consumers. For the operator this heralds an era of greater customer loyalty and increased revenues.

Aperto offers PacketMAX 300 models compliant with the 802.16-2004 standard and software upgradeable to 802.16e-2005 amended standard. Aperto’

s PacketMAX 300 Series subscriber units permit service providers to effectively serve the most demanding segment of the WiMAX user base: large businesses and enterprises. The PacketMAX 300 delivers the entire range of functions required to suite virtually any business environment while supporting high speed service to hundreds of simultaneously connected users. With the PacketMAX 300 performance meets intelligence—

a single system can support more than 1000 connected users of business and consumer applications: voice, web browsing, file downloads, streaming video, and other multi-megabit data services simultaneously managed over the wireless link. PacketMAX 300 supports the OFDM 256 FFT PHY and is WiMAX Forum certified.

PacketMAX 300 models operate in licensed and license-exempt 3.3 GHz, 3.5 GHz, 3.65 GHz, 5.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz bands. PacketMAX 300 is compliant with the IEEE 802.16d-2004 standard. Leveraging Aperto’

s heritage as a WiMAX technology leader, the PacketMAX system delivers superior link performance, unsurpassed quality of service, and the broadest range of networking features for an optimized WiMAX deployment.

The PacketMAX 100 series of subscriber units allows service providers to take full advantage of the growing WiMAX market. The PacketMAX 100 is economically deployed and delivers the features required to address the underserved small enterprise, home office, and residential markets. With PacketMAX 100, end users can browse web pages, make voice calls, view streaming video, and download files simultaneously over the wireless link at multi-megabit speeds.

Aperto offers PacketMAX 100 models operating in licensed and license-exempt 3.3 GHz, 3.5 GHz, 3.65 GHz, 5.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz bands using spectrum-efficient TDD scheduling.

Providers can install the PacketMAX 100 in minutes. The units do not require a direct line of sight with the base station, and support centralized WiMAX provisioning from the remote management and monitoring station. The PacketMAX 100 consists of an outdoor radio with integrated antenna or optional external antenna for even greater gain. An indoor unit interfaces to standard ethernet networks and conveniently accepts AC power. The choice of capabilities includes bridging, IP networking, network address translation, fire wall, integrated VoIP processing, and a host of features allowing simultaneous differentiated services for the small enterprise and home office user.