BroMax Communications PW250 CF Wireless LAN Card User Manual Manual

BroMax Communications Inc CF Wireless LAN Card Manual

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CF Wireless LAN CardPW250User’s ManualRev 0.2
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual2Regulatory complianceFCC WarningThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:! Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.! Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.! Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.! Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.FCC Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment.This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cmbetween the radiator & your body.CE Mark WarningThis is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radiointerference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual3About this manualThis User’s Manual describes how to install and operate your CF Wireless LANCard. Please read this manual before you install the product.This manual includes the following topics:" Product description and features." Software installation procedure." Hardware installation procedure." FAQ
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual4Table of ContentsRegulatory complianceAbout this manualChapter 1- Introduction 5Features 5What is Wireless LAN? 6Wireless LAN Modes 6Notes on Wireless LAN Configuration 7Chapter 2 - Installation and Configuration of the PCIadapter for Windows 8What You Will Need 8Software and Driver Installation 8Uninstall Procedures 14Chapter 3 – Hardware Installation 16Package Contents 16System Requirements for the Card 16Install the PCI Card 16LEDs Indicators 17Connecting External Antenna to the card 18Chapter 4 – Installing Network Protocols 19Installing the Network Protocols for Windows 98 and MillenniumChapter 5 – Configuring the Wireless PCI Card 22Appendix A – FAQ 27Appendix B – Specifications 28
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual5Chapter 1 - IntroductionThank you for purchasing the CF Wireless LAN Card. This high-speed CFWireless LAN Card provides you with an innovative wireless networking solution.The Card is easy to set up and use. With this innovative wireless technology, youcan share files and printers on the network—without inconvenient wires!The Card is a network card with a rate of 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps operating in theISM band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) transmissionimplementing the IEEE 802.11b standard. This card provides Device Drivers forWindows 98, Windows 2000 and Windows ME. It also provides tools for theconfiguration of the card. The tool, as well as the installation steps of the plug-and-play procedure for the Microsoft Windows 98, Windows ME and Windows2000 operating systems, is described in this document.FeaturesThe CF Wireless LAN Card offers compliance with the IEEE 802.11bspecification. This feature allows them to communicate with other wirelessdevices that support the standard. Features of the card are:# Uses 2.4GHz frequency band, which complies with worldwiderequirement# Wireless interface following the IEEE 802.11b standard# Using CF TypeII interface# Enciphering/deciphering of wireless data by the implementation of theWEP algorithm# Wire-free access to networked resources from anywhere for PDA# Allows users move between Access Points without resetting theirconnection reconfiguration# Delivers data rate up to 11 Mbps# Supports 11, 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps rates# Provide CF Wireless LAN Card Configuration utility# The Card uses build-in strip Antenna with LED indicating Link# Supports most popular operating systems: Win CE
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual6What is Wireless LAN?Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) systems offer a great number ofadvantages over traditional wired systems. WLAN is flexible and easy to setupand manage. They are also more economical than wired LAN systems.Using radio frequency (RF) technology, WLAN transmit and receive datathrough the air. WLAN combine data connectivity with user mobility. For example,users can roam from a conference room to their office without beingdisconnected from the LAN.Using WLAN, users can conveniently access-shared information, and networkadministrators can configure and augment networks without installing or movingnetwork cables.WLAN technology provides users with many convenient and cost savingfeatures:• Mobility: WLAN provide LAN users with access to real-time informationanywhere in their organization, providing service opportunities that areimpossible with wired networks.• Ease of Installation: Installing is easy for novice and expert users alike,eliminating the need to install network cables in walls and ceilings.• Scalability: WLAN can be configured in a variety of topologies to adapt tospecific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changedand range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of usersto full infrastructure networks of thousands of users roaming over a broadarea.Wireless LAN ModesWireless LANs can be configured in one of two ways:Ad-hocNetworkingAlso known as a peer-to-peer network, an ad-hocnetwork is one that allows all workstations andcomputers in the network to act as servers to all otherusers on the network. Users on the network can sharefiles, print to a shared printer, and access the Internetwith a shared modem. However, with ad-hocnetworking, users can only communicate with otherwireless LAN computers that are in the wireless LANworkgroup, and are within range.InfrastructureNetworkingInfrastructure networking differs from ad-hoc networkingin that it includes an access point. Unlike the ad-hocstructure where users on the LAN contend the sharedbandwidth, on an infrastructure network the access
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual7point can manage the bandwidth to maximizebandwidth utilization.Additionally, the access point enables users on awireless LAN to access an existing wired network,allowing wireless users to take advantage of the wirednetworks resources, such as Internet, email, filetransfer, and printer sharing.Infrastructure networking has the following advantagesover ad-hoc networking:• Extended range: each wireless LAN computerwithin the range of the access point cancommunicate with other wireless LAN computerswithin range of the access point.• Roaming: the access point enables a wireless LANcomputer to move through a building and still beconnected to the LAN.• Wired to wireless LAN connectivity: the accesspoint bridges the gap between wireless LANs andtheir wired counterparts.Notes on Wireless LAN ConfigurationWhen configuring a wireless LAN (WLAN), be sure to note the following points:• Optimize the performance of the WLAN by ensuring that the distancebetween access points is not too far. In most buildings, WLAN cardsoperate within a range of 100 ~ 300 feet, depending on the thickness andstructure of the walls.• Radio waves can pass through walls and glass but not metal. If there isinterference in transmitting through a wall, it may be that the wall hasreinforcing metal in its structure. Install another access point to circumventthis problem.• Floors usually have metal girders and metal reinforcing struts that interferewith WLAN transmission.This concludes the first chapter. The next chapter deals with the hardwareinstallation of the Card.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual8Chapter 2 - Installation and Configurationof The CF wireless Card for WindowsUse the procedures described in this chapter to install and configure the CFWireless LAN Card under Windows 98, Millennium, and 2000.Throughout this chapter it is assumed that you have a basic working knowledgeof Windows and of how to install new network cards on them.What You Will NeedDuring the installation, you may be prompted to load operating system files fromthe Windows installation disc. Please have this disc handy.You will also need the Setup Utility CD provided with your package.This Wireless CF Card Setup Utility will guide you through the Install andUninstall Procedure for Windows 98, 2000, and ME.Before you install the driver, You need to make sure that your PDA issynchronizing with your Desktop/Notebook PC.Running the Setup Utility CD in your Desktop/Notebook PC.Software and Driver Installation1. Run the program Prism2ForWinCE3d.EXE, which you will find in the driver/Utilitydisk.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual92. Once you see the following screen, click Next to continue.3. After reading the Software License Agreement, click Ye s if you agree, or No to end theinstallation.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual104. The InstallShield Wizard will ask you if you will use the default application installdirectory, click Ye s to continue, or No to change the directory.5. The InstallShield Wizard will begin the application installation. After the applicationdownload is complete, the following screen appears. Click OK to continue and checkyour mobile device to see if additional steps are necessary to complete the installation.6. Once the Driver/Utility have been successfully installed, the following screen will appear.Click Finish to complete the installation.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual11Configuring the CF Wireless LAN Card1. After installing the CF Wireless LAN Card Driver, the following Configuration Utilityscreen will appear automatically. Under the Mode drop-box, you may choose eitherInfrastructure or Ad-Hoc. The Infrastructure mode allows a wireless adapter tocommunicate with a wired network employing an Access Point, while the Ad-Hoc modeallows wireless-to-wireless, peer-to-peer communication. If you choose Infrastructure,the SSID should have the same name as the Access Point. If you choose Ad-Hoc, allclients should share the same SSID name. You may also select which Transfer Rate youwish to use: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps or Auto Rate. Under Power Saving Mode, you can makeit disabled for uninterrupted data communication, or make it enabled to allow yourWireless USB Network Adapter to enter “sleep” mode. Click Apply to save the settings.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual122. Click on the Encryption tab. Under the drop-box, you can choose to have WEPencryption Disabled, 64-Bit, or 128-Bit. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is anencryption scheme used to protect wireless data communication. The Disabled settingprevents the sharing of data with other computers on the WEP network. For data sharingto be enabled, select the level of encryption desired, either 64 or 128-bit.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual133. Click on the Link tab. This screen shows you the status of your current connection.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual144. The About tab shows you copyright and version information about the driver, theconfiguration utility, and the firmware. Click OK to complete the configuration.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual15Chapter 3 - Hardware InstallationThis chapter covers connecting your CF Wireless LAN Card to CF interface ofPDA.Package ContentsPlease make sure that items below are included on package.$ One CF Wireless LAN Card$ One Driver / Utility CD-ROM (this use’s manual included)$ One Quick Installation GuideSystem Requirements for the Card" Operating System: Win CE" Desktop/Notebook PC with CD-ROM drive" CF Type II interface of your PDAInstall the CF Wireless CardNOTE: These instructions apply to most PDA with CF Type II interface. Firmly insert the CF Modem card into the CompactFlash slot on top of your pocket PCwith the 50-pin connector facing the CompactFlash slot. You will hear a click whenfirmly connected.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual16LED Indicators The following table describes the meaning of LED indicators:LED MEANINGLINK Indicates link status. The LED lights up while the wirelessconnection is linked. If the light is blinking, it means there isdata sending or receiving via wireless.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual17Appendix A – FAQ1. What is IEEE 802.11 standard?" The IEEE 802.11 is a wireless LAN industry standard, and the objectiveof IEEE 802.11 is to make sure that different manufactures’ wirelessLAN devices can communicate to each other.2. What is WEP?" As described in the IEEE 802.11 standard, WEP (Wired EquivalentPrivacy) is a data privacy mechanism based on a 40 bit shared keyalgorithm.3. My desktop PC cannot recognize the PCI Wireless Network Card." Please make sure that the Card is inserted into the PCI slot of yourdesktop PC properly." And also make sure that the PCI controller is enabled in the BIOS ofyour desktop PC.4. In Infrastructure mode, my desktop PC cannot communicate with theothers PCs on the network." First, make sure that the SSID is same as the others PC." Check that your Adapter is configured on the same channel & WEP asthe others PCs on the network.
CF Wireless Network Card User’s Manual18Appendix B – SpecificationsStandards: IEEE 802.11bCF TypeII InterfaceChannels: 11 Channels (US, Canada)13 Channels (Europe)14 Channels (Japan)Antenna: Build-in strip AntennaFrequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band)Data Rate: up to 11MbpsOperating Ranges: Indoor:Up to 50M @ 11MbpsUp to 80M @ 5.5MbpsOutdoor:Up to 150M @ 11MbpsUp to 300M @ 5.5Mbps

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