What type of interface does the HP 396331-001 wireless card use?

The HP 396331-001 uses a Mini PCI-Express interface, as it is defined as a Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card in the product data. This means it is intended for systems that provide a compatible Mini PCI-Express slot. Verifying this interface type is important to ensure proper mechanical and electrical fit in your target devices.

How is the HP 396331-001 categorized for procurement purposes?

The HP 396331-001 is categorized as a Network Adapter, more specifically a Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card and an 802.11a b g WLAN NIC. These category definitions help procurement teams correctly group the product in catalogs and sourcing tools, ensuring it is evaluated alongside other wireless LAN adapters with similar roles.

What wireless standard class does the HP Broadcom 3945ABG card belong to?

The card is specified as an 802.11a b g WLAN NIC. This means it falls into the class of wireless LAN network interface cards associated with the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standard families. While exact performance metrics are not listed, this classification guides compatibility considerations with existing wireless infrastructure.

How can this wireless adapter be uniquely identified in asset records?

It can be uniquely identified by combining its brand, model, and SKU: HP Broadcom 3945ABG Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card, SKU 396331-001. Using the SKU 396331-001 in asset and inventory systems ensures consistent references for ordering, deployment tracking, and future replacement planning.

Is the HP Broadcom 3945ABG card intended for consumer or enterprise classification?

The product level is listed as Consumer in the provided data. This classification indicates how it is positioned in terms of product segmentation and can help procurement teams align it with internal standards for consumer-class versus other classes when planning device configurations.

396331-001 - HP 396331-001 3945ABG Mini PCIe Wireless LAN Card

Name: HP 396331-001 3945ABG Mini PCIe Wireless LAN Card
Brand: HP
SKU: 396331-001

396331-001 - HP 396331-001 3945ABG Mini PCIe Wireless LAN Card | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP Broadcom 3945ABG Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card, SKU 396331-001, is a consumer-level network adapter designed for systems that support Mini PCI-Express expansion. Classified as an 802.11a b g WLAN NIC, it provides wireless LAN functionality in compatible devices that require this interface type. As a Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card, it fits into systems built for this compact form factor, allowing IT teams to standardize on a specific wireless adapter model across selected client platforms. The product is categorized under Network Adapter, Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card, and 802.11a b g WLAN NIC, enabling straightforward cataloging and asset tracking. With a clear model designation and SKU, procurement teams can accurately specify 396331-001 when planning deployments or replacements, ensuring consistent hardware selection and reducing configuration variance in managed environments.

Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card form factor
Classified as 802.11a b g WLAN NIC
HP Broadcom 3945ABG model designation
SKU 396331-001 for precise identification
Consumer-level network adapter classification
Categorized under Network Adapter segment

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	396331-001
Brand	HP
Condition	New
Model	Broadcom 3945ABG; Intel WM3945ABG
Chipset	Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Antennas	External dual-band antenna support
Security	WEP, WPA, WPA2
Encryption	64-bit and 128-bit WEP, AES-CCMP, CKIP, TKIP
Technology	IEEE 802.11a/b/g
Form Factor	Mini PCI-Express card
PCI Express	PCIe

Compatible systems

Confirmed as HP internal WLAN NIC for Pavilion dv2000 series notebooks using SKU 396331-001.

HP Pavilion
Model: dv2000 series
Form factor: Notebook
Listed as Network Interface Card for Pavilion dv2000 Series with part number 396331-001.

Best for

Client WLAN upgrades
Suitable where a Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card is required to provide 802.11a b g WLAN connectivity using the HP Broadcom 3945ABG adapter, SKU 396331-001.
Standardized spares
Useful for organizations that standardize on the HP Broadcom 3945ABG Mini PCI-Express 802.11a b g WLAN NIC, allowing consistent replacement with SKU 396331-001.
Fleet refresh
Applicable in fleet update projects where systems need a Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card and the 802.11a b g HP Broadcom 3945ABG model 396331-001 matches existing specifications.
Form factor constrained builds
Relevant in builds that require a Mini PCI-Express form factor WLAN NIC, where the HP Broadcom 3945ABG 802.11a b g card with SKU 396331-001 is specified.
Asset-managed environments
Appropriate for environments that track hardware by SKU, using HP 396331-001 to clearly identify the Broadcom 3945ABG Mini PCI-Express 802.11a b g WLAN NIC.

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Product Line	Pavilion dv2000 series

Product Type	Wireless LAN Network Interface Card

ISM Frequency Band	Yes

UNII Frequency Band	Yes

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	Mini PCI-Express internal slot
Host Interface	PCIe Mini Card
Interface Type	Mini PCI-Express
Wireless Bands	2.4GHz and 5GHz
Antenna Connector	Hirose U.FL-R-SMT mates with cable connector U.FL-LP-066
Wireless Protocols	IEEE 802.11a; IEEE 802.11b; IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Wireless LAN Standard	802.11a/b/g
Wireless Data Rate Class	54 Mb/s class (802.11g, 802.11a)

HP 396331-001 3945ABG Mini PCIe Wireless LAN Card