Stand-alone embedded 802.11 b/g WLAN module integrates TCP/IP networking stack

Microchip Technology's RN1723 wireless LAN (WLAN) module is now available from Mouser stock. The stand-alone embedded 802.11 b/g module incorporates an on-board TCP/IP networking stack and a cryptographic accelerator, power management subsystem, real-time clock, versatile sensor interface, 2.4GHz transceiver and RF power amplifier. It allows designers to embed Wi-Fi and networking functionality rapidly into virtually any device. The RN1723 is a self-contained, Internet-enabling solution that provides cost and time-to-market savings. It is designed to provide a simple Wi-Fi solution with features like ease of integration and programming, vastly reduced development time, minimum system cost, long battery life and maximum value in a range of applications such as remote equipment monitoring, telemetry, industrial sensors, home automation and low-power battery systems.