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[March 23, 2012]

GainSpan Unveils Wi-Fi Modules [Professional Services Close - Up]

(Professional Services Close - Up Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Extending its portfolio of embedded Wi-Fi modules, GainSpan Corporation announced the GS1011MIxS and GS1011MExS, two of the smallest modules on the market.

In a release, the Company noted at 19.4 mm x 28.7 mm, the new modules reduce the footprint and offer a compact solution for an explosion of Internet of Things applications.

While small, the GS1011MIxS and GS1011MExS are complete 802.11b low power consumption Wi-Fi connectivity solutions. The GS1011MIxS provides low power Wi-Fi connectivity with +9dBm of transmit output power, while the GS1011MExS is an extended range solution offering transmit power of +18dBm.

The GS1011MIxS and GS1011MExS offer system integration and minimal use of host resources. The modules provide both UART and SPI interfaces, making it possible to connect to any 8-32 bit microcontroller using simple AT commands. The modules are pre- loaded with serial to Wi-Fi firmware with complete Wi-Fi functionality including security, WPS and provisioning features running on the module as well as the networking stack, an embedded HTTP server with network configuration pages, and limited AP capability for ease of provisioning.

The modules feature built-in trace or external antenna options through a U.FL connector, an industrial operating temperature range from -40 to 85 degrees Celsius, and are certified or pre-certified for all major regulatory requirements including FCC, IC and ETSI.

The size-optimized GS1011MIxS and GS1011MExS are the newest additions to GainSpan's portfolio of Wi-Fi modules which include the soldered down GS1500M (802.11b/g/n) and ultra-low power GS1011M (802.11b), as well as the connectorized GS1011MIC.

"We're seeing a proliferation of requirements for connected devices in terms of form factors and geometries," said Bernard Aboussouan, vice president of marketing, GainSpan. "At the same time, smaller and space constrained connected devices are being developed, such as wristbands used for tracking. GainSpan's' expanding portfolio of modules, drivers to support various microcontrollers, and software solutions is playing a critical role in helping device manufacturers bring products to market quickly." Availability The new 36-pin, soldered down GS1011MIxS and GS1011MExS modules are sampling now and will ship in volume production in early Q2. Customers can purchase the modules at GainSpan's online store or through GainSpan's distributors.

GainSpan Corporation GainSpan is a semiconductor solutions company.

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