CM10: 802.11 a/b/g 108Mbps wifi mini-PCI module, half-size, MB62/AR5414A

CM10 is an IEEE802.11a/b/g 108Mbps wifi mini-PCI module in half-size type IIIA form factor designed specifically for integration in performance-critical applications with space limitation. Providing 108Mbps connection speed, reliability, security, and low power consumption required for business-critical applications, CM10 has the capability of full size mini-PCI in half-size IIIA form factor. It is ideal for embedding into new or existing ergonomic devices such as notebooks, APs, and application-specific devices (ASDs) used in vertical market.

Optional WinCE 4.2/5.0 drivers enable ASD manufacturers to provide products that enjoy improved innovation and time to market through trouble-free WiFi integration.

Key Features

  • Half-size mini-PCI Type IIIA form factor is ideal for embedding into new or existing performance-critical applications with space limitation.
  • Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP driver and comprehensive client utility supports provide immediate 11a/b/g wifi and management capability.
  • Supported by MADWiFi providing Linux kernel drivers for industrial, academic, or personal projects at highest flexibility and lowest cost.
  • Optional WinCE4.2/5.0 drivers assure trouble-free WiFi integration.
  • Supports universal 802.11a/11g/11b auto fallback data rate and seamless roaming among 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g multiple AP wifi networks.
  • SuperA/G supports data rate up to 108 Mbps in 802.11a turbo mode and 802.11g super mode; 54 Mbps in standard 802.11a and 802.11g mode
  • Off/normal/maximum power management options minimize system power consumptions.
  • Country code selector provides flexibility to change regulatory domains.
  • Hardware radio on/off mechanism provides highest design flexibility for integrators.
  • Hardware encryption of WEP/WPA/WPA2 security is ideal for performance-critical devices.
  • Supports WEP/WPA/WPA2, IEEE802.1x (EAP-TLS, EAP-PEAP, LEAP), and LEAP/CCX3.0 providing advanced level of LAN security.
  • Supports eXtended Range (XR) technology improves wireless coverage.
  • Dual Hirose U.FL antenna connectors enable transmit and receive diversity for flexible RF design.
  • RoHS 2002/95/EC compliance meets environment-friendly requirement.

 

Averagely 20% Lower Power Consumption than MB62 Reference Design at 802.11b/g mode:

Specifications

Main Chipset Atheros® AR5414A
Standard conformance IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
Frequency Range
  • A mode:
    • 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz & 5.725 ~ 5.825GHz for US
    • 4.9 ~ 5.25GHz for Japan
    • 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz & 5.47 ~ 5.725GHz for ETSI
  • B/G mode:
    • 2.400 ~ 2.4835GHz for US, Canada, ETSI and Japan
    • 2.471 ~ 2.497GHz for Japan
Interface 32-bit mini-PCI Type IIIA
Operation Voltage 3.3V +/-10% DC
Modulation Technique
  • 802.11a:
    • OFDM with BPSK, QPSK and QAM
  • 802.11b:
    • DSS with CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK
  • 802.11g:
    • OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, QAM and 64QAM
    • DSSS with CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK and 64QAM
Data Rate
  • 802.11a (Normal mode): 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps, auto-fallback
  • 802.11a (Turbo mode): 108,96,72,48,36,24,18,12 Mbps, auto-fallback
  • 802.11b/g: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps, auto-fallback, up to 54 Mbps
  • 802.11g (Super mode): up to 108 Mbps
Operating Range
(subject to the environment)
  • 802.11a
    • Outdoor: over 350meter@6Mbps
    • Indoor: 35 ~ 100meter@6Mbps
  • 802.11b
    • Outdoor: over 350meter@11Mbps
    • Indoor: 35 ~ 100meter@11Mbps
  • 802.11g
    • Outdoor: over 350meter@6Mbps
    • Indoor: 35 ~ 100mete@6Mbps
Operating Channels
  • 802.11a
    • US/Canada: 12 non-overlapping channels (5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.725 ~ 5.825GHz)
    • Europe: 19 non-overlapping channels (5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~ 5.725GHz)
    • Japan: 4 non-overlapping channels (5.15 ~ 5.25GHz)
  • 802.11b/g
    • US/Canada: 11 (1 ~11)
    • Major European country: 13 (1 ~ 13)
    • France: 4 (10 ~ 13)
    • Japan: 14 for 11b (1 ~ 13 or 14th), 13 for 11g (1 ~ 13)
Power Consumption
  • 802.11a mode:
    • FTP Tx: 310mA (typical) ~ 360mA (max)
    • FTP Rx: 290mA (typical) ~ 330mA (max)
    • Stand by: 270mA (typical) ~ 300mA (max)
  • 802.11b mode:
    • FTP Tx: 300mA (typical) ~ 360mA (max)
    • FTP Rx: 270mA (typical) ~ 300mA (max)
    • Stand by: 230mA (typical) ~ 250mA (max)
  • 802.11g mode:
    • FTP Tx: 300mA (typical) ~ 350mA (max)
    • FTP Rx: 280mA (typical) ~ 310mA (max)
    • Stand by: 290mA (typical) ~ 330mA (max)
  • Maximum:
    • 802.11a mode <18dBm output>, Tx: 470mA (typical) ~ 540mA (max)
    • 802.11b mode <17dBm (output>, Tx: 270mA (typical) ~ 320mA (max)
    • 802.11g mode <17dBm (output>, Tx: 310mA (typical) ~ 360mA (max)
  • Power saving:
    • 35mA (typical) ~ 55mA (max)
  • Radio off:
    • 40mA (typical) ~ 50mA (max)
Antenna two UFL ultra-miniature coaxial antenna connectors for diversity receive at both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Use Hirose pigtail to connect to a standard antenna.
Transmit Power Settings
  • 802.11a:
    • +17.5 dBm@6, 9, 12, 18, 24Mbps
    • +16 dBm@36Mbps
    • +14.5 dBm@48Mbps
    • +13 dBm@54Mbps
  • 802.11b:
    • +17 dBm@1, 2, 5.5, and 11Mbps
  • 802.11g:
    • +16.5 dBm@6, 9, 12, 18, 24Mbps
    • +16 dBm@36Mbps
    • +14.5 dBm@48Mbps
    • +13.5 dBm@54Mbps
Sensitivity
  • 802.11a: -87dBm@ 6Mbps, -67dBm @ 54Mbps
  • 802.11b: -94dBm@ 1Mbps, -87dBm @ 11Mbps
  • 802.11g: -87dBm@ 6Mbps, -70dBm @ 54Mbps
MAC Protocol CSMA/CA with ACK architecture 32-bit MAC
Security
  • 64-bit,128-bit, 152-bit WEP Encryption
  • 802.1x Authentication
  • AES-CCM & TKIP Encryption
  • WPA, WPA2
Operation Systems Supported Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, MADWiFi Linux
WHQL Windows XP (Windows 2000 support)
Radio Option hardware radio on/off support
Dimension 59.75mm(L) ~ 25.50mm (W)
Storage Temperature Range -20°C ~ 80°C
Operation Temperature Range 0°C ~ 70°C
EMC Certificate
  • Telec (Japan)
  • ETSI, EN301893, EN60950 (Europe)
Environment-Friendly Compliance RoHS

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EOL Notice

Product End of Life Notice

CM10/CM10-R1: 802.11 a/b/g 108Mbps wifi mini-PCI module, MB62/AR5414A

 

 

Issue Date: September 11, 2009

Status: EOL (end of Life)

Description:

In accordance with RF Integrated Corp.(USA) product roadmap, 2.4/5GHz dual-band Power Amplifier which is used on CM10 and CM10-R1 will be discontinued and end of life since October 15, 2009. Unex had tested possible replacement but can't reach the targeted performance. Thus, we decided to phase out CM10 and CM10-R1 by April 30, 2010. For customers’ further demand, Unex will provide “Last Buy” process as following:

 

CM10 and CM10-R1 Last Buy

Customers could review previous record to provide forecast demand as well as possibly RMA required quantity for “Last Buy” request. Please contact Unex Sales to issue “Last Buy” order for necessary process.

EOL Notice Date: September 11, 2009

Last Buy Period: September 11 ~ October 15, 2009

Last Shipment: April 30, 2010

Last Buy Order: Non-Cancellation and Non-Return, 100% Liability.

Last Buy Demand Process:

Upon receiving customers’ “Last Buy” demand, Unex shall prepare “Last Buy” components based on mutually agreed quantity and delivery schedule. After last buy period without formal orders from customers, Unex will not take any responsibility for further supply shortage of CM10 and CM10-R1. Last Buy order is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Delivery schedule can’t be postponed also, customers shall take 100% liability after last-buy order confirmed. Thanks for supporting and Unex is at your service as always.

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