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 |
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| Interface | 32-bit mini-PCI Type IIIA |
| Operation Voltage | 3.3V +/-10% DC |
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| 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. |
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| MAC Protocol | CSMA/CA with ACK architecture 32-bit MAC |
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| 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 |
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| 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.
Data Sheet
Contact Sales
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Mr. Juns Lin |
| Phone | +886-3-6578188 ext.3101 |
| Mobile Phone | +886-939527069 |
| sales-w@unex.com.tw | |
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| Working Hours | 08:30-17:30 Monday to Friday at GMT+08:00 |
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