Which wireless standards does the HP 396331-002 adapter support?

The HP Intel WLN 396331-002 wireless LAN card is specified as an 802.11a b g solution. This means it is designed for networks that operate using the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standards. When planning deployments, it should be matched with access points and infrastructure that provide 802.11a b g compatibility.

What interface types does the HP 396331-002 wireless LAN card use?

The HP 396331-002 is described as a Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express wireless LAN card. It is intended for systems equipped with Mini PCI or Mini PCI-Express slots, providing an internal interface to add wireless LAN capability where these form factors are supported in the host hardware.

Is the HP 396331-002 based on Intel wireless technology?

Yes, the model name specifies it as an Intel WLN 802.11a b g GL MOW2 Mini PCI, Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card. This indicates that it is an Intel based network interface card, which can be relevant for environments that standardize on Intel wireless solutions for driver and platform alignment.

What type of product is the HP 396331-002 within network components?

The HP 396331-002 is categorized as a wireless LAN card, more specifically an 802.11a b g Intel based Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express NIC. This classification distinguishes it from wired network adapters and helps identify it as a component dedicated to providing wireless LAN connectivity inside compatible systems.

How should IT teams identify this adapter during procurement?

IT teams should reference the HP brand, the Intel WLN 802.11a b g GL MOW2 model description, and the SKU 396331-002. These identifiers, combined with its classification as a Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express wireless LAN card, help ensure the correct adapter is ordered and matched to systems that need 802.11a b g wireless support.

396331-002 - HP 396331-002 802.11a b g Mini PCI WLAN Card

Name: HP 396331-002 802.11a b g Mini PCI WLAN Card
Brand: HP
SKU: 396331-002

396331-002 - HP 396331-002 802.11a b g Mini PCI WLAN Card | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP Intel WLN 802.11a b g GL MOW2 Mini PCI, Mini PCI-Express Wireless LAN Card 396331-002 is designed as a wireless network interface solution for systems requiring 802.11a b g connectivity. As a wireless LAN card, it supports deployment in environments that use the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g wireless standards. The adapter is categorized as an Intel based Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express NIC, aligning it with compatible platforms that accept these interface formats. This product is suitable for IT teams standardizing on HP components and Intel wireless technology within the 802.11a b g specification range. With its Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express form factor classification, the card is appropriate for compact systems that support these slot types and need a dedicated wireless LAN interface based on 802.11a b g standards.

Supports 802.11a b g wireless LAN standards
Designed as a Mini PCI wireless LAN card
Also categorized as Mini PCI-Express NIC
Intel based wireless LAN network interface
HP branded wireless LAN card 396331-002
Suitable for 802.11a b g legacy WLAN setups

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Featuring

Product Line
Manufacturer part #	396331-002
Brand	HP
Condition	New
Model	Intel WLN 802.11ABG GL MOW2
Series	Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Chipset	Intel WM3945ABG MOW2
Mounting	Internal plug‑in card for notebook systems (Mini PCI / Mini PCI-Express slot)
Technology	Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (WM3945ABG MOW2) 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN
Form Factor	Mini PCI-Express (some listings also call it Mini PCI)
Architecture	Mini Card (MOW2) Intel 3945ABG wireless networking adapter

Compatible systems

Confirmed as an HP Intel 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN NIC used in HP Compaq tc4400 and select HP systems.

HP Compaq
Model: tc4400
Form factor: Tablet PC
Listed as genuine Intel wireless card for TC 4400 with part number 396331-002.

Best for

Legacy 802.11a b g WLAN environments
Suitable for systems that must connect to wireless networks operating on 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standards using a dedicated LAN card.
Mini PCI and Mini PCI-Express platforms
Intended for devices that provide Mini PCI or Mini PCI-Express slots and require a compatible wireless LAN card form factor.
Intel based wireless NIC standardization
Useful where IT teams prefer Intel based wireless LAN network interface cards within the 802.11a b g specification range.
HP system component alignment
Appropriate for environments aiming to maintain HP branded components for wireless networking within systems that support Mini PCI or Mini PCI-Express NICs.

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Product Type	Wireless LAN network interface card

Intended For Systems	HP Compaq tc4400 Tablet PC and other select HP systems

Radio Bands Supported	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands (dual‑band 802.11a/b/g operation)

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface Type	Mini PCI-Express
Radio Protocol	802.11a; 802.11b; 802.11g
Network Interface	Wireless LAN
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11a/b/g
Wireless Data Rate (Max Theoretical)	54 Mb/s over 802.11a or 802.11g connections