Accton Wireless Broand FW638PC25000W WiMAX 802.16e Wave 2 PC Card User Manual PC200 User Guide
Accton Wireless Broadband Corp. WiMAX 802.16e Wave 2 PC Card PC200 User Guide
Contents
- 1. User manual 1 rev4
- 2. User manual 2 rev3
User manual 2 rev3
Configuration
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Figure 3-20. Sounds for Events
Software Upgrade
3-19
Software Upgrade
The About page displays information about the software version the WCM utility.
The About WCM screen and Check for Update option is also available from the Help
menu.
Figure 3-21. About WCM Information
Click the Upgrade button to check for available WCM software updates. A pop-up
window indicates if a new version of software is available. Click the Download button
download the software file, then click the Install button to upgrade the WCM utility.
Figure 3-22. Upgrade File Download
Configuration
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Chapter 4: Administrator Mode
The WiMAX CardBus Card has an Adminstrator Mode for configuring profiles and
accessing the Advanced Configuration settings.
Note: Adminstrator Mode is intended for qualified service personnel only.
Accessing Administrator Mode
Administrator Mode is accessed through the key sequence “Alt + t,” which prompts
for a password.
The password for Administrator Mode is “wimax123” (case sensitive).
Figure 4-1. WCM Change Mode
Once in Administrator Mode, the user can create, edit, and delete profiles, configure
authentication settings, and access the Advance Configuration screen.
Using the key sequence “Alt + t” a second time exits Administrator Mode.
Administrator Mode
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Figure 4-2. Administrator Mode
Setting Profiles
4-3
Setting Profiles
The WCM profiles allow a user to set their specific details for connecting to various
WiMAX networks. The WCM utility must have at least one profile configured and set
as the “Default Profile” to be able to connect to a WiMAX service.
The WCM allows up to ten profiles to be configured. You can create, edit, and delete
profiles in the list. One profile must be set as the “Default Profile.”
Figure 4-3. Setting Profiles
Administrator Mode
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Adding a New Profile
Clicking the Create button on the Profile screen displays the Add Profile window.
Figure 4-4. Add Profile Screen - General Tab
The General tab on this screen displays the following items:
Profile Name — A name used to identify the new profile (up to 20 characters; the
characters /\|”?@#$%^&*():;<>,. are not permitted).
Select Service Provider — The ID number and name of the WiMAX network
operator for this profile. You can click the Add button to add other operator names
and IDs.
Figure 4-5. Add Operator
Setting Profiles
4-5
Operator Restriction — When set to “Home Operator,” the user can only connect
to the service provider specified in the profile. When set to “No Operator Restriction,”
the operator specified in the profile is used when the network is detected, otherwise
the user can roam to other networks.
Connection Mode — When set to “Auto Connection” the utility will use the profile
settings to automatically scan and connect to a WiMAX network.
Power Save Mode — To save power, the card can operate in one of three modes:
•High: The card will go to sleep and idle whenever it can.
•Medium: The card will go to sleep and idle only after a predefined time.
•Application Optimized: The card will go to sleep and idle only when the PC
operating system allows it.
Save as Default Profile — Saves the profiles settings and sets it as the default.
Clicking the Scan tab on the Add Profile screen displays the profile frequency and
bandwidth settings.
Figure 4-6. Add Profile Screen - Scan Tab
The Scan tab on the Add Profile screen displays the following items:
Frequency — Specifies a center frequency to scan.
Bandwidth — Specifies the bandwidth of the channel; 5, 7, 8.75, or 10 MHz.
Administrator Mode
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Clicking the Authentication tab on the Add Profile screen displays the user
authentication settings.
Figure 4-7. Add Profile Screen - TTLS Authentication
The Authentication tab on the Add Profile screen displays the following items:
Enable Authentication — Enables user authentication for connection to the
network.
EAP Method — Selects the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) method to
use for authentication. When EAP-TTLS or EAP-TLS is selected, the appropriate
parameters need to be configured.
•EAP-TTLS-MSCHAPV2 — Tunneled Transport Layer Security with Microsoft’s
version 2 of CHAP (Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol). This security
method provides for certificate-based, mutual authentication of the client and
network through an encrypted channel. Unlike EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS requires only
server-side certificates. The MS-CHAP protocol requires a user name and
password to be configured. The user name and password can be up to 50
characters. (The following characters are not permitted; /\|”?@#$%^&*():;<>,. )
-User name: A text string used by the authentication server to identify the user.
-Password: A password used by the authentication server to protect identity.
Setting Profiles
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•EAP-TLS — Transport Layer Security. Provides for certificate-based and mutual
authentication of the client and the network. It relies on client-side and server-side
certificates to perform authentication and can be used to dynamically generate
user-based and session-based encryption keys to secure subsequent
communications between the user and the network.
-MAC Address @ domain: An identity that is used to authenticate the WiMAX
subscriber device itself. It consists of the MAC address of the PC200 specified
in the format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx @ the domain URL of the service provider. For
example; 1f:20:30:10:4d:50@service-telecom.
Figure 4-8. Add Profile Screen - TLS Authentication
Administrator Mode
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Advanced Configuration
The Advanced Configuration screen allows you to configure extended features for
the WiMAX connection.
Figure 4-9. Advanced Configuration
The displayed items on this screen can be described as follows:
Center Frequency — Displays the center frequency used by the WiMAX service.
Bandwidth — Displays the channel bandwidth.
Customize — Displays a value used for compatibility with different base stations.
Radio Parameter — Selects the supported WiMAX radio band.
PKMv2 Enable — PKMv2 (Privacy Key Management version 2) is the standard
security solution for WiMAX networks. The security protocol provides mutual
authentication of the subscriber station and base station, as well as distributing
traffic encryption keys. It is also used to transport EAP (Extensible Authentication
Protocol) messages.
ARQ Enable — The ARQ (Automatic Repeat reQuest) mechanism is an optional
part of the WiMAX MAC layer and a protocol for error control in data transmission.
When a packet error is detected, the transmitter is automatically requested to
resend the packet.
Advanced Configuration
4-9
Idle Mode Enable — Idle mode enables power savings for the WiMAX card. The
feature can turn off the MS and not be registered with any base station, and yet
receive downlink broadcast traffic.
Invert MSK — Inverts the Master Session Key used in the EAP process.
Handoff Enable — Enable handoffs when moving between base stations.
Auto Sync Up — Enable automatic synchronization with the base station signal.
Auto Linkup by Firmware — Enable automatic connection to the base station.
Administrator Mode
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A-1
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Diagnosing LED Indicators
Network Connection Problems
If you cannot access the Internet from the PC, check the following:
• Make sure the WCM software and driver is correctly installed on your system. If
necessary, try uninstalling and reinstalling the software.
• If you cannot access the Internet, be sure your WIndows system is correctly
configured for TCP/IP. The IP settings should be set to “obtain an IP address
automatically.”
• You may have moved out of the service area of the WiMAX network. The WCM
main screen should indicate that there is no connection. Call the service provider
for service coverage information.
• The service provider’s profile may not be configured correctly. Check that the
Authentication Mode settings are correct.
•If you cannot resolve the problem, check the logs in the Debug Monitor (see “Card
Settings” on page 3-9) and contact your service provider.
Troubleshooting Chart
LED Status Probable Cause Action
Green LED is Off The CardBus card is
not receiving power • Remove the CardBus card and reinsert it
in the slot. Be sure the card is securely
seated in the slot.
•Try the card in another CardBus slot. If
this also fails, test your PC with another
card that is known to operate correctly.
• Check the CardBus card and slot
connectors for any physical damage.
•Try the card in another PC’s slot that is
known to operate correctly.
• If you cannot resolve the problem, contact
your local dealer for assistance.
Red LED is Off The CardBus card
cannot detect a
WiMAX network
• Verify the area covered by your WiMAX
service provider.
• Move to another location within the
WiMAX service area.
Troubleshooting
A-2
Uninstalling the WCM Software
If you are having problems with the WiMAX CardBus Card or the WCM software,
you may need to uninstall the card driver and software from the Windows system.
Follow these steps:
1. From the Windows Start menu, go to the Windows Control Panel and click on
“Add or Remove Programs.”
2. Find the WCM entry in the list and click the Change/Remove button.
Figure A-1. WCM Entry in Add or Remove Programs
Uninstalling the WCM Software
A-3
3. Select “Remove,” then click the Next button to start the uninstall process.
Figure A-2. InstallShield Wizard
4. Click the OK button to confirm the uninstall process.
Figure A-3. Confirm Uninstall
Troubleshooting
A-4
5. When the uninstall is complete, click Finish to exit.
Figure A-4. Uninstall Complete
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Appendix B: Specifications
Host Interface
CardBus, 33 MHz, 32-bit interface, 3.3 volt
Antennas
Built-in dual dipole antennas
Transmit: Single antenna
Receive: Two antennas using Maximal-Ratio Combining (MRC)
Gain: 2 dBi
Pattern: Omnidirectional
Impedance: 50 Ohm
LED Indicators
Power, Link
Power Consumption
2.25 W maximum
Physical Size
132 x 57.5 x 13.1 mm (5.2 x 2.26 x 0.52 in.)
Weight
38 g (1.34 oz)
Operating Frequency
FCC-2.3: 2305-2320 MHz, 2345-2360 MHz
FCC-2.5: 2496-2690 MHz
Taiwan NCC: 2500-2690 MHz
Support for Full Scan and Partial Scan
Bandwidth Allocation
5, 7, 8.75, or 10 MHz depending on model (software configurable)
2.3 GHz Model: 8.75 MHz
2.5 GHz Model: 5 and 10 MHz
3.5 GHz Model: 5, 7, and 10 MHz
OFDMA Modulation
Scaleable OFDMA employing Time-Division Duplex (TDD) mechanism
Deploys both distributed and adjacent subcarrier permutation scheme
Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) Size: 512 and 1024 points (depending on bandwidth)
Modulation Scheme
PRBS subcarrier randomization
Contains pilot, preamble, and ranging modulation
Modulation and Coding Types
Down Link
QPSK 1/2 CTC & CC
QPSK 3/4 CTC & CC
16 QAM 1/2 CTC & CC
Specifications
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16 QAM 3/4 CTC & CC
64 QAM 1/2 CTC & CC
64 QAM 2/3 CTC & CC
64 QAM 3/4 CTC & CC
64 QAM 5/6 CTC & CC
Up Link
QPSK 1/2 CTC & CC
QPSK 3/4 CTC & CC
16 QAM 1/2 CTC & CC
16 QAM 3/4 CTC & CC
Maximum Throughput (64 byte package, 10 MHz bandwidth)
Up link: > 7 Mbps
Down link: > 20 Mbps
Transmit Power Level
Maximum Power class less than +23 dBm
Receive Sensitivity
QPSK 1/2 CTC: -94 dBm
16-QAM 3/4 CTC: -85 dBm
64-QAM 3/4 CTC: -75 dBm
Temperature
Operating: -5 to 45 °C (23 to 113 °F)
Storage: -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)
Humidity
20% to 85% (non-condensing)
Emissions Compliance
CFR 47 Part 15 Class B
EN 55022 class B
EN 301 489-1/-17
Radio Signal Certification
US: 2.3 GHz - CFR 47 Part 27D; 2.5 GHz - CFR 47 Part 27M
Europe (3.5 GHz): Draft EN 302 544 (not published)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
US: Part2.1093
Europe: EN 50392
Safety
US/C TUV+TUV/SUD
TUV/SUD CB Report+LVD
Standards
IEEE 802.16e-2005 Wave 2
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Software Drivers
Windows XP SP2 and Windows Vista
NDIS 5.0 PnP ETH 802.3 device driver specification
WHQL certified
Specifications
B-4
Glossary-1
Glossary
Authentication
The process to verify the identity of a subscriber requesting network access.
Bandwidth
The difference between the highest and lowest frequencies available for network
signals. Also synonymous with network speed, the actual speed of data
transmission through a medium.
Base Station
A WIMAX service provider’s equipment that is installed at a fixed location to provide
network connectivity for subscriber stations within a defined service area.
CardBus
A 32-bit, 33 MHz PCI bus in the PC Card (originally Personal Computer Memory
Card International Association, or PCMCIA Card) form factor. Most recent notebook
PCs include slots that are compatible with both CardBus and the original 16-bit PC
Card standards.
Carrier-to-Interference-Plus-Noise Ratio (CINR)
A measurement of the channel quality in a WiMAX link. Subscriber stations measure
the received CINR and send the information back to the base station. The base
station can then adjust modulation and coding for the link to optimize throughput.
Center Frequency
The radio frequency at the center of a WiMAX channel. WiMAX channels can be of
different widths (the channel bandwidth) and the transmitted radio signal is spread
across the full width of the channel.
Channel Bandwidth
The range of frequencies occupied by a WiMAX radio signal. The amount of
information that can be transmitted in a radio signal is related to the channel
bandwidth, which is measured in Megahertz (MHz). WiMAX supports a range of
channel bandwidths that can be defined by the service operator depending on
performance requirements, operating preferences, and regulatory constraints.
CPE (Customer-Premises Equipment)
Terminal equipment provided by a service provider that is located at a subscriber’s
premises and supports a communication channel between a customer and the
service provider.
Glossary
Glossary-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The CPU, or processor, is the part of a computer where most calculations take
place. In most of today’s PCs, the CPU is contained on a single chip. The type and
speed (in GHz) of a CPU largely defines the processing power of a computer.
Domain Name System (DNS)
A system used for translating host names for network nodes into IP addresses.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Provides a framework for passing configuration information to hosts on a TCP/IP
network. DHCP is based on the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP), adding the capability
of automatic allocation of reusable network addresses and additional configuration
options.
Encryption
Data passing between a base station and subscribers uses encryption to protect
from interception and evesdropping.
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP)
An authentication protocol used to authenticate subscribers. EAP is used with TLS
or TTLS authentication to provide “mutual authentication” between a subscriber and
a WiMAX network.
IEEE 802.16e
The WiMAX standard that provides mobile broadband wireless access using
Scalable Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (SOFDMA).
Internet Service Provider
A company that offers an access service that connects customers to the Internet.
IP Address
The Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical identification assigned to a device
that communicates in a network using the Internet Protocol.
LED
Light emitting diode, used for indicating a device or network condition.
Local Area Network (LAN)
A group of interconnected computers and support devices.
MAC Address
The physical layer address used to uniquely identify network nodes.
Glossary-3
Glossary
MS-CHAPV2
Microsoft’s version 2 of the Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol.
Introduced by Microsoft with Windows 2000, MS-CHAPV2 (defined in RFC 2759)
provides mutual authentication between peers using user names and passwords.
Network Adapter
A hardware device that enables a computer to communicate over a network. The
adapter provides physical access to a particular networking medium.
PC Card
A standard form factor and peripheral interface designed for notebook PCs.
Originally Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA),
the term PC Card is used for all devices compatible with PCMCIA 2.0 to PCMCIA
5.0 (CardBus) or later.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
The memory in a computer where the operating system, application programs, and
other data currently in use are stored. RAM is volatile memory where data is lost
when the computer is turned off. Having more RAM in a computer reduces the time
the processor takes to read data, which increases overall computer performance.
Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
A measurement of the strength of a received wireless signal. The higher the RSSI
value, the stronger the received signal from the antenna.
Roaming
The process where a WiMAX subscriber can move onto another operator’s network
while maintaining a continuous connection.
RSSI
See Receive Signal Strength Indicator.
Scalable Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (SOFDMA)
The air interface defined for mobile WiMAX. SOFDMA is a multiple access method
that allows simultaneous transmissions to and from several users, employing a
subchannel structure that scales with bandwidth.
Service Provider
See Internet Service Provider.
Subscriber Identity Module (SIM)
A standard for a small removable integrated circuit card that securely stores
information used to identify a mobile wireless subscriber.
Glossary
Glossary-4
Subscriber Station
A general term for a customer’s terminal equipment that provides connectivity with a
WIMAX network.
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Protocol suite that includes TCP as the primary transport protocol, and IP as the
network layer protocol.
Transport Layer Security (TLS)
An standard defined in RFC 5216, EAP-TLS is an authentication protocol that
provides strong security through the use of client-side certificates.
Tunneled Transport Layer Security (TTLS)
EAP-TTLS is a protocol extension of EAP-TLS. The authentication server is
authenticated to the client using its Certification Authority certificate, this establishes
a secure “tunnel” through which the client is then authenticated.
Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM)
See Subscriber Identity Module.
URL (Uniform Resource Locator)
An easy-to-read character string that is used to represent a resource available on
the Internet. For example, “http://www.url-example.com/.”
WiMAX
The IEEE 802.16 standard for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. The
IEEE 802.16-2004 standard, known as “fixed WiMAX,” supports only point-to-point
links and has no support for mobility. The IEEE 802.16e-2005 standard, known as
“mobile WiMAX,” is an amendment to IEEE 802.16-2004 and supports mobility. Note
that mobile WiMAX standard is not backward compatible with the fixed WiMAX
standard.
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Numerics
802.1X bindings, disabling 3-12
A
About WCM screen 3-19
Add Profile window 4-4
alert sounds 3-17
Always on Top setting 3-3
antennas, folding 1-1
ARQ enable 4-8
authentication settings 4-6
auto connection 3-7, 4-5
autolaunch minimized 3-9
autolaunch on card insert 3-9
B
bandwidth settings 3-8, 4-5
C
call guard 3-10
card eject warning 3-10
card lock 3-17
card status 3-4
CD, installation 1-2, 2-1
center frequency 3-8, 4-5, 4-8
channel bandwidth 3-8, 4-5, 4-8
CINR 3-5, 3-14
compact view, WCM 3-3
computer requirements 1-2
configuration software CD 2-1
Connect button 3-4
connection mode 3-7, 4-5
connection status 3-4
connection status icons 3-1
connector, CardBus 1-2
contents, package 1-2
D
data rates 3-14
data volume 3-14
Debug Monitor, enabling 3-9
default profile 3-6, 3-8, 4-3, 4-5
defualt gateway address 3-13
desktop icon, WCM 3-1
destination of install files 2-3
DHCP client 3-13
Disconnect button 3-4
display skins 3-2
DNS servers 3-13
docking WCM 3-3
download rate 3-14
E
EAP methods 4-6
Edit Profile window 3-7
eject warning 3-10
event sounds 3-17
exit prompt 3-10
F
files, location 2-3
folding antennas 1-1
full scan 3-5
G
gateway address 3-13
H
handoff enable 4-9
hibernate mode block 3-12
Home Operator 3-7, 4-5
host PC settings 3-12
I
icons, connection status 3-1
idle mode 4-9
indicators, LED 1-3
installing the card 2-1
Index
Index-2
Index
InstallShield Wizard, starting 2-1
Internet access problems A-1
IP address 3-13
J
jet black skin 3-2
L
LED indicators 1-3
location of install files 2-3
lock mode 3-11
lost connection warning 3-10
lost signal 3-5
M
MAC address 3-13
menu disable 3-16
N
network authentication 4-6
network problems A-1
network settings, current 3-13
O
online duration 3-14
operating frequency B-1
operator ID 4-4
operator restriction 3-7, 4-5
P
package checklist 1-2
physical address 3-13
PKMv2 4-8
power LED 1-3
power off setting 3-16
power save mode 3-7, 4-5
power up lock 3-11
primary DNS server 3-13
problems, network connection A-1
profiles
adding new 4-4
authentication 4-6
auto connection 3-7, 4-5
default 3-8, 4-5
editing 3-7
operator ID 4-4
scan settings 3-8, 4-5
setting 3-6, 4-3
prompt, before exit 3-10
R
removing the software A-2
requirements, computer 1-2
roaming call guard 3-10
RSSI 3-4, 3-15
S
safely remove hardware option 3-17
scan frequencies 3-8, 4-5
scan settings 3-8, 4-5
security lock 3-11
signal lost 3-5
signal quality status 3-5
signal strength, receive 3-4
SIM card security, enabling 3-11
SIM card status 3-5
skins, display 3-2
sky blue skin 3-2
software CD 1-2, 2-1
software upgrade 3-19
sounds for events 3-17
specifications B-1
standby mode block 3-12
statistics, WiMAX connection 3-14
status indicators 1-3
subnet mask 3-13
system tray icon 3-1
T
TCP/IP settings A-1
transmit power 3-15
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Index
troubleshooting A-1
Internet access A-1
LEDs A-1
physical damage A-1
U
uninstalling software A-2
upgrading software 3-19
upload rate 3-14
USIM enable 3-11
USIM status 3-5
utility installation 2-2
W
warning messages 3-10
Wave Version 3-5
WCM utility
card settings 3-9
compact view 3-3
Connect button 3-4
exit prompt 3-10
introduction 3-1
profiles 3-6, 4-3
shortcut icon 3-1
skins 3-2
software upgrade 3-19
starting 3-1
system tray 3-1
tool menu 3-16
WiMAX link LED 1-3
Windows support 1-2
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PC200
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