Amigo Technology AWI-922W IEEE 802.11g WIRELESS MINI PCI ADAPTER User Manual
Amigo Technology Inc. IEEE 802.11g WIRELESS MINI PCI ADAPTER
UESRS MANUAL
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DRIVER & SOFTWARE UTILITY USER MANUAL – REV 1.0, FEB 2004
This device is intended only for OEM Integrators. The OEM integrator should be aware of the
following important issues.
Labeling of the End Product
The end product integrate this module has to be clearly identified on the label that this end
product contains a FCC approved RF module. The format of such statement could “Contian Tx
FCC ID: RC6AWI-922W” or similar.
Integration Note
a) This module is authorized under limited module approval specified to mobile host
equipment. So, the antenna must be installed such that 20cm is maintained between the
antenna and users.
b) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required.
However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional
compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device
emission, PC peripheral requirements, etc.)
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions can not be met, then the FCC authorization is no longer
considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the final product (including the transmitter)
and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
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FCC Information to User
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Regulatory Compliance Information
This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio
spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may
result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different from that which the radio receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications made to the product could void the user's right to operate the equipment.
Europe
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-1/17, EN60950
This device is a 2.4 GHz low power RF device
intended for home and office use in EU and EFTA
member states. In some EU / EFTA member states
some restrictions may apply. Please contact local
spectrum management authorities for further details
before putting this device into operation.
Model: Wireless PC Card
FCC ID: RC6AWP-914W
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Requirements For Operation in the European Community
Countries of Operation and Conditions of Use in the European Community
The user should run the client utility program provided with this product to check the current channel of operation and
confirm that the device is operating in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries as
described in this section.
This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community.
Operation Using 2.4 GHz Channels in France
The following radio channel usage limitations apply in France.
The radio spectrum regulator in France, Autorité de regulation des telecommunications (ART), enforces the following
rules with respect to use of 2.4GHz spectrum in various locations in France. Please check ART's web site for latest
requirements for use of the 2.4GHz band in France: http://www.art-telecom.fr/eng/index.htm. When operating in the
following metropolitan regions (départements) in France, this device may be operated under the following conditions:
Indoors using any channel in the 2.4-2.4835 GHz band (Channels 1-13)
Outdoors using channels in the 2.4-2.454 GHz band (Channels 1-7)
When operating outside of the following regions (départements) in France (see table below), this product must be
operated under the following conditions:
• Indoors using channels in the 2.4465-2.4835 GHz band (Channels 10-13).
• Outdoor operation not permitted.
Please refer to the ART web site for further details.
Metropolitan Regions with Eased Restrictions in 2.4GHz Band
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………………………………………………4
1 INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………6
1.1 Key Features.………………………………………………………………………...6
1.2 Kit Contents .……………………………………………………..…...……………..6
1.3 System Requirements.…………………………….…………...……...……..……...6
1.4 LED Definition.……………………...…...……………………………………...…..7
1.5 Connection Diagram..……………………….…..…………………………………..7
1.6 Observing Location and Range Guidelines………………...…………..………….7
2 INSTALLING HARDWARE.………………………………….…………………..……..9
3 INSTALLING WLAN CLIENT DRIVER AND SOFTWARE UTILITY………....….9
3.1 Invoking the Utility…………………...…………………..…………………………12
3.1.1 Invoking via the Start Menu………….………………………………. . …….12
3.1.2 Invoking via the Task Bar …………………………………………………….13
4 WLAN CLIENT CONFIGURATION UTILITY – DESCRIPTION….…...………...14
4.1 Profile………….…………………………………………………………..…….…14
4.2 Link Status....………………………………………………………………………15
4.3 Site Survey………………..………………………………………………….…….17
4.4 Change AP Connection………...………………………..………………………..19
4.5 Add Profile………………………….……………………………………………..20
4.5.1 System Configuration………………………………………………………….20
4.5.2 Authentication & Security….…………………………………………………22
4.6 Statistics………….………………………………………………………………...23
4.7 Advance…………..………………………………………………………………...25
4.8 About…………………………………………………………………………….…26
5 INSTALLING WLAN SOFTWARE AP DRIVER AND SOFTWARE UTILITY
(WINXP ONLY)………………………………………………………………………....27
5.1 Bridge Connections…………….……………………………………………….…30
5.2 Invoking the Utility……………….…………………………………………….…31
6 WLAN SOFTWARE AP CONFIGURATION UTILITY – DESCRIPTION…….....33
6.1 Config………….…………………………………………………………..…….…33
6.2 Security…......………………………………………………………………………36
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6.3 Access Control.…………..………………………………………………….…….37
6.4 WDS…………………...………...………………………..………………………..38
6.5 Mac Table..………………………….……………………………………………..39
6.6 Event Log..……….………………………………………………………………...40
6.7 Statistics ...………..………………………………………………………………...41
6.8 About…………………………………………………………………………….…42
7 TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………………..…………………………….43
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1 Introductionduction
The Wireless PC Card is a Wireless LAN device working under unlicensed 2.4GHz radio
band. It complies with IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b standards. Just sliding into a notebook
PC’s card slot allows you to connect to the network wirelessly at super-fast 54Mbps. It is
your best choice to cooperate with a notebook PC with no cabling hassle.
Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer at up to 54 Mbps for maximum
throughput or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due to distance or operating
limitations in an environment with a lot of electromagnetic interference.
The Wireless PC Card complies to IEEE 802.11b/g standards and provides 54 Mbps
WLAN connectivity. It can protect data integrity with enterprise-level WPA security.
1.1 Key Features
‧Operate at 2.4GHz unlicensed frequency with data transmission rate up to 54Mbps
‧IEEE standards support: IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g
‧Advanced security features including WEP, WPA and WPA2
‧32-bit CardBus interface
‧Advanced power saving technology
‧Full-featured WLAN management utility
‧Additional software Access Point function (WinXP only)
‧Compatible with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP
1.2 Kit Contents
‧Wireless PC Card
‧Set-up CD with User Manual & Software Utility
1.3 System Requirements
A PC must be at least equipped with the following requirements.
‧available PCI card slot
‧CD-ROM drive
‧Microsoft® Windows® 98SE, ME, 2000 or XP operating system
‧Pentium® II 450MHz or faster processor
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‧64 Mbytes RAM
‧50 Mbytes free hard disk space
1.4 LED Definition
‧Ready: lit when the PC Card is plugged in and ready to transmit or receive
‧Link/Act: lit when the PC Card is wirelessly connected and flash when it is
transmitting or receiving
1.5 Connection Diagram
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1.6 Observing Location and Range Guidelines
Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary
significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the Wireless PC Card.
For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as:
• Large metal surfaces
• Microwaves ovens
• 2.4GHz Cordless phones
In general, wireless devices can communicate through walls. However, if the walls are
constructed with concrete, or have metal, or metal mesh, the effective range will decrease
between the devices.
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2 Installing Hardware
1. Locate an available PC card slot on the notebook. Check with your computer
manufacture for more instructions.
2. Slide the PC Card into the PC card slot. (The LEDs should be on top of the PC Card.)
Make sure that all of its pins are touching the slot's contacts.
3 Installing WLAN Client Driver and Software Utility
1. Windows will automatically detect this Wireless PC Card and the "Found New
Hardware Wizard" window will appear. Click Cancel.
2. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive, browse to the Client folder, select the
file setup.exe, and double click it.
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3. Click Next >.
4. Select the Country Channel from the drop-down menu and click Next >.
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5. Click Finish.
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3.1 Invoking the Utility
After installing the driver and software utility, you will see the utility appear. You can
also invoke the utility in one of two ways:
3.1.1 Invoking via the Start Menu
In order to invoke the utility via the Start Menu:
Select Start, All Programs, Ralink, RT2500 and RAConfig2500 in the Quick Launch
area of the start menu. The Configuration Utility RT2500 Dialog Box appears.
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3.1.2 Invoking via the Task Bar:
In order to invoke the utility via the Task Bar:
Double click the utility icon in the notification area of the task bar. The
Configuration Utility RT2500 Dialog Box will appear.
The icon’s color represents the Adapter’s signal strength or status.
Signal strength is good.
Signal strength is normal.
Signal strength is week.
No wireless connection.
The Adapter is disable or unplugged.
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4 WLAN Client Configuration Utility – Description
4.1 Profile
Profiles are a set of preset system parameters, or “snapshots”, of the available APs
(Access Points) within a wireless network. You can record these “snapshots”. They are
manually created (new/duplicate) by connecting to an AP (refer to Site Survey
introduction), and then saving the system parameters as a specific profile.
A profile consists of the following three main parameters:
Profile A name provided by the user (for example, Airport, Home)
(the default is PROF*)
SSID The character string of the wireless network identifier to
which you want to connect.
Authentication Use Open System(No WEP key), Shared Key(WEP key) or
WPA-PSA to authenticate the peer side when association
was initiated.
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Encryption AP’s encryption type including WEP、AES、TKIP and
NOT USE
Channel This is the radio channel through which the access point
communicates to stations in its BSS. A Basic Service Set
(BSS) consists of a group of wireless stations, and an access
point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. To
establish an adhoc network, make sure the [Channel] is set to
the same radio channel as that used by the other wireless
clients in your group. However, if you are connecting to a
network via an access point, the adapter will automatically
synchronize up to the same channel as that used by the
access point.
Note: The available channel settings are limited to local
regulations, which determine the number of channels that are
available.
FCC: 11 channels
MKK: 14 channels
Network Type Set the station operation mode to "802.11 Ad Hoc" for
network configurations that do not have an access point, or
to "Infrastructure" for configurations with an access point.
Establish wireless connection with the AP
Fail to establish wireless connection with the AP
Add a new AP profile (for example, SSID, channel, etc)
Delete an existing AP profile
Edit an existing AP profile
Activate the profile with which the Access point or station
you want to associate. The activated profile is the default
profile that this Wireless PC Card firstly applies to when this
utility program starts running.
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4.2 Link Status
The Link Status tab indicates the wireless network information of the Wireless PC Card.
Status Disconnected or SSID <-->BSSID
Current Channel Show the using channel
Current Tx Rate Show the current bit rate between 1-54Mbps
Throughout Show the current Rx/Tx baud rate (measured in
KBits/sec)
Link Quality Show the percentage of the radio link quality while
communicates with the associated Access Point or peer
station.
Signal Strength Show the sensitivity level of received signal strength
(measured in percentage or dBm)
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4.3 Site Survey
When the utility is activated, it will automatically detect all the access points within the
wireless network and connect to one access point of the strongest signal and without any
encryption.
A profile consists of the following three main parameters:
SSID The AP’s ID which is designated by the local network
administrator
BSSID A 6-
b
yte hexadecimal ID number of the AP or based
station whose traffic the data belongs to.
End-points communicating together should associate with
the same BSSID.
Signal Indicates signal strength detected in the station site for
each Access Point or peer station (in %).
Authentication
Use Open System(No WEP key), Shared Key(WEP key)
or WPA-PSA to authenticate the peer side when
association was initiated.
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Encryption AP’s encryption type including WEP、AES、TKIP and
NOT USE
Cannel This is the radio channel through which the access point
communicates to stations in its BSS. A Basic Service Set
(BSS) consists of a group of wireless stations, and an
access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN.
To establish an adhoc network, make sure the [Channel] is
set to the same radio channel as that used by the other
wireless clients in your group. However, if you are
connecting to a network via an access point, the adapter
will automatically synchronize up to the same channel as
that used by the access point.
Note: The available channel settings are limited to local
regulations, which determine the number of channels that
are available.
FCC: 11 channels
MKK: 14 channels
Network Type
AP’s network topology including Infrastructure and Ad
Hoc
Connection is established
Show the status of wireless network connection and the
SSID
Update all APs’ information
Connect with an AP
Add an new AP’s profile
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4.4 Change AP Connection
Double click other AP if you want to change current wireless connection. If you connect
with an AP that is using data encryption such as WEP, you will see the following window.
Authentication Type To configure this, you have to know the AP’s setting
first. Only when you connect to a 802.11g wireless
network can you get the information of the AP’s
authentication type.
WEP Key Type Hexadecimal or ASCII
WEP Key Length 40bits or 104bits
WEP Key There are four WEP Key settings based on the AP’s
settings. No WEP Key record will be left unless you
use Profile to configure.
(1) Hexadecimal、40bits:10 hexadecimal letters
(2) Hexadecimal、128bits:32 hexadecimal letters
(3) ASCII、40bits:5 ASCII letters
(4) ASCII、128bits:16ASCII letters
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4.5 Add Profile
4.5.1 System Configuration
A System Configuration window will appear when you add an AP’s profile.
Profile Name This field is used to name your profile.
SSID This field is used to define the profile's SSID from the
drop-down menu.
Power Save Mode CAM(Constantly Awake Mode)or (Power Saving
Mode)
That the “CAM When AC Power” is clicked represents
the Adapter will automatically switch to CAM mode as
long as your PC uses external power supply. The Power
Saving Mode is only supported in Infrastructure network.
Network Type Infrastructure or 802.11 Ad Hoc
In Infrastructure network, the Power Saving Mode works
instead of 11B Preamble Type. In 802.11 Ad Hoc
network, Power Saving Mode will not work and 11B
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Preamble Type as well as the Channel options will work.
RTS Threshold RTS Threshold is a wireless network mechanism
designed to prevent the Hidden Node issue , a problem
happens in the wireless network when two wireless
adapters served by the same AP can’t communicate each
other or have collision. Normally, the value of RTS
Threshold is needless to change. The default value is
2312.
Fragment Threshold Enable to increase the transmission efficiency by split
mechanism. The value of Fragment Threshold is 2312.
Channel This is the radio channel through which the access point
communicates to stations in its BSS. A Basic Service Set
(BSS) consists of a group of wireless stations, and an
access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN.
To establish an adhoc network, make sure the [Channel]
is set to the same radio channel as that used by the other
wireless clients in your group. However, if you are
connecting to a network via an access point, the adapter
will automatically synchronize up to the same channel as
that used by the access point.
Note: The available channel settings are limited to local
regulations, which determine the number of channels that
are available.
FCC: 11 channels
MKK: 14 channels
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4.5.2 Authentication & Security
When the Encryption is enabled, the WEP Setting is the same as mentioned previously.
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4.6 Statistics
It shows information on the Wireless PC Card’s current traffic activity and its signal
quality.
Transmit Statistics
Frames Transmitted
Successfully The field shows the successfully transmitted
frame numbers.
Frames Transmitted
Successfully Without Retry This field shows the numbers of the
successfully transmitted frame without retry.
Frames Transmitted
Successfully After Retry This field shows the numbers of the
successfully transmitted frame with retry.
Frames Fail To Receive ACK
After All Retries This field shows the numbers of the
unsuccessfully transmitted frame with many
retries.
RTS Frames Successfully
Receive CTS This field shows the numbers of the
successfully received the CTS (Clear To
Send)after the Adapter sends out the RTS
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(Request To Send)to the AP.
RTS Frames Fail To Receive
CTS This field shows the numbers of the
unsuccessfully received the CTS(Clear To
Send)after the Adapter sends out the RTS
(Request To Send)to the AP.
Receive Statistics
Frames Received Successfully The field shows the successfully received
frame numbers.
Frames Received With CRC
Error This field shows the numbers of the received
frame with CRC error.
Frames Dropped Due To Out-
of-Resource This field shows the numbers of the received
frame due to out-of-resource.
Duplicate Frames Received
The field shows the duplicate received frame
numbers.
Recount all the information above.
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4.7 Advance
The Advance tab allows you to configure the Wireless PC Card with some advanced
settings.
Wireless Mode 802.11 B Only or 802.11 B/G mixed mode
11B/G Protection 802.11b uses CCK modulation and 802.11g uses
CCK–compatible OFDM modulation. To prevent the
data collision in the concurrent 802.11b and 802.11g
network, it’s necessary to enable 11B/G Protection in
802.11 B/G mixed mode.
Auto AP will automatically detect any 802.11b stations in
the network environment.
On Protection is always on.
Off Protection is always off.
Enable Tx Burst The field is to enable the Adapter to transmit more data
in a frame interval, SIFS. Normally the frame interval
is DIFS.
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TX Rate The field allows you to choose the transmission speed
according to your Wireless Mode. In 802.11 B Only
mode, the settings includes Auto, 1Mbps, 2Mbps,
5.5Mbps and 11Mbps;In 802.11 B/G mixed mode,
the settings includes extra 6Mbps, 9Mbps, 12Mbps,
18Mbps, 24Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps and 54Mbps.
This field is disabled currently.
This field is to control Radio power.
Radio is on.
Radio is off.
Apply to your new settings.
4.8 About
The About tab shows some information including wireless chipset vendor, utility version,
driver version, EEPROM version and MAC address of this Wireless PC Card.
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5 Installing WLAN Software AP Driver and Software Utility
(WinXP only)
1. Windows will automatically detect this Wireless PC Card and the "Found New
Hardware Wizard" window will appear. Click Cancel.
2. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive, browse to the SW AP folder, select
the file setup.exe, and double click it.
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3. Click Next >.
4. Click Continue Anyway.
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5. Select the Country Channel from the drop-down menu and click Next >.
6. Click Finish.
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5.1 Bridge Connections
1. Make sure that your PC has equipped with an Ethernet Network Adapter. Double
click the network icon on your system tray.
2. Make sure that either the Ethernet Network Adapter or the Wireless PC Card is not
disabled. Select both and click Bridge Connections.
3. A new Network Bridge will appear.
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5.2 Invoking the Utility
1. Select Start, All Programs, Ralink, RT2500 and STA - AP in the Quick Launch area of
the start menu.
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2. A “NICSWAP” dialog window will appear, select SoftAP – AP Config, and click OK.
3. You will be asked to configure a profile first. Click OK.
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6 WLAN Software AP Configuration Utility – Description
6.1 Config
Wireless Mode 802.11 B Only or 802.11 B/G mixed mode
TX Rate The field allows you to choose the transmission speed
according to your Wireless Mode. In 802.11 B Only mode, the
settings includes Auto, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps and
11Mbps;In 802.11 B/G mixed mode, the settings includes
extra 6Mbps, 9Mbps, 12Mbps, 18Mbps, 24Mbps, 36Mbps,
48Mbps and 54Mbps.
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Channel This is the radio channel through which the access point
communicates to stations in its BSS. A Basic Service Set
(BSS) consists of a group of wireless stations, and an access
point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. To establish
an Ad Hoc network, make sure the [Channel] is set to the same
radio channel as that used by the other wireless clients in your
group. However, if you are connecting to a network via an
access point, the adapter will automatically synchronize up to
the same channel as that used by the access point.
Note: The available channel settings are limited to local
regulations, which determine the number of channels that are
available.
FCC: 11 channels
MKK: 14 channels
SSID The character string of the wireless network identifier to which
you want to connect.
11B/G Protection 802.11b uses CCK modulation and 802.11g uses CCK–
compatible OFDM modulation. To prevent the data collision in
the concurrent 802.11b and 802.11g network, it’s necessary to
enable 11B/G Protection in 802.11 B/G mixed mode.
11B TX Preamble Long or Short preamble key type in the physical layer of
packet
Beacon Period (ms) Set a value here to define the duration between beacon packets.
Enable TX Burst This field is to enable the Adapter to transmit more data in a
frame interval, SIFS. Normally the frame interval is DIFS.
Use Turbo rate
(72/100Mbps) when
applicable
This field is disabled currently.
No forwarding
among wireless
clients
Click to prevent packet from looping among wireless clients.
Hide SSID Do not show SSID in the public network.
Use Short Slot Time
when applicable This field enhances the maximum transmission power.
DEFAULT Return to the default settings.
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APPLY Apply to your new settings.
SECURITY This settings includes Authentication type selection,
Encryption key input type & length of the encrypted/decrypted
payload information, and WEP key index selection.
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6.2 Security
Authentication Type To configure this, you have to know the AP’s setting first.
Only when you connect to a 802.11g wireless network can
you get the information of the AP’s authentication type.
Encryption Type AP’s encryption type including WEP、AES、TKIP and
NOT USE
WPA Pre-Shared Key A password between 8 and 63 characters long which is also
used to configure other wireless client adapters
WPA Group Rekey
Interval The time to regenerate a new PSK key
WEP Key There are four WEP Key settings based on the AP’s
settings. No WEP Key record will be left unless you use
Profile to configure.
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6.3 Access Control
Wireless Client Access
Control Policy This field allows you to control wireless station’s
access.
MAC Address The MAC address of wireless station
APPLY Apply to your new settings.
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6.4 WDS
WDS control policy This field enables to wirelessly connect Access Points to
extend a wireless network.
WDS Key This key used to communicate among the WDS (Wireless
Distribution System)
MAC Address The MAC address of each AP
WDS AP List - All Access Points in the WDS
APPLY Apply to your new settings.
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6.5 Mac Table
MAC ADDRESS Show the MAC address of each associated station
AID Show the identified code issued to each associated station
POWER SAVING Show the power saving status of each station
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6.6 Event Log
Event Time Show the recorded time of every event
MESSAGE Show the message of every event
CLEAR Clear all information in the event log
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6.7 Statistics
Transmit Statistics
Frames Transmitted
Successfully The field shows the successfully transmitted frame
numbers.
Frames Transmitted
Successfully Without
Retry
This field shows the numbers of the successfully
transmitted frame without retry.
Frames Transmitted
Successfully After Retry This field shows the numbers of the successfully
transmitted frame with retry.
Frames Fail To Receive
ACK After All Retries This field shows the numbers of the unsuccessfully
transmitted frame with many retries.
RTS Frames Successfully
Receive CTS This field shows the numbers of the successfully
received the CTS (Clear To Send )after the
Adapter sends out the RTS(Request To Send)to
the AP.
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RTS Frames Fail To
Receive CTS This field shows the numbers of the unsuccessfully
received the CTS(Clear To Send)after the
Adapter sends out the RTS(Request To Send)to
the AP.
Receive Statistics
Frames Received
Successfully The field shows the successfully received frame
numbers.
Frames Received With
CRC Error This field shows the numbers of the received frame
with CRC error.
Frames Dropped Due To
Out-of-Resource This field shows the numbers of the received frame
due to out-of-resource.
Duplicate Frames
Received The field shows the duplicate received frame
numbers.
Recount all the information above.
6.8 About
The About tab shows some information including wireless chipset vendor, utility version,
driver version, and MAC address of this Wireless PC Card.
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7 Troubeshooting
1. Question : The product literature says this Wireless PC Card can operate at 54Mbps. Why do I
see no more than 11Mbps speed on my WLAN Configuration Utility status?
Answer: While you are connecting to an 802.11b network, the maximum 802.11b speed is
11Mbps. Moreover, the wireless connection quality between this Adapter and other stations
will be limited to the space layout and thus the connection speed can’t reach to 54Mbps.
2. Question : I cannot connect to the Access Point or the wireless Router?
Answer: Make sure the same SSID/Channel/Security on the Wireless PC Card is the same as
on the Access Point or the wireless Router. Move closer and try again.
3. Question : I can connect to the Access Point, but I cannot connect to other computers on the
network or the Internet?
Answer: Check to make sure that the Access Point is physically connected to the Ethernet
network. Make sure that the IP addresses and the Windows networking parameters are all
configured correctly. Restart your cable/DSL modem, router and access point.
4. Question : The product literature says this Wireless PC Card can operate far to 328 feet (100
meters). Why can’t it reach that range when working?
Answer: In optimal condition, this device can reach the maximum range. However,
environmental factors such as other electric equipments and layout of building may adversely
affect the effective range.