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J20H018 Foxconn

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IEEE 802.11g/b

802.11b/g WLAN Module

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May 26, 2005

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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9

1.1 Wireless Networks.......................................................................................................................9

1.1.1 Ad-Hoc Mode ....................................................................................................................................9

1.1.2 Infrastructure Mode ...........................................................................................................................9

Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview ....................................................................... 11

2.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................11

2.2 Windows XP Users....................................................................................................................11

2.2.1 Zero Configuration Utility.................................................................................................................12

2.2.1.1 Configuration Utility Tabs ...................................................................................................................... 13

2.2.2 Marvell Configuration Utility.............................................................................................................14

2.2.2.1 Tray Status Icons .................................................................................................................................. 14

2.3 Security......................................................................................................................................15

2.3.1 Security Configurations ...................................................................................................................15

2.4 AutoLink.....................................................................................................................................16

2.4.1 Configure an AutoLink AP ...............................................................................................................16

2.4.2 Create Connection with AutoLink AP ..............................................................................................18

Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface............................................................... 19

3.1 Network Status Tab ...................................................................................................................20

3.1.1 Select Profile ...................................................................................................................................20

3.1.2 Link Information...............................................................................................................................21

3.1.3 Signal Strength/Wireless Mode Indicator ........................................................................................22

3.1.4 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) ...............................................................................................................23

3.1.5 Actual Throughput Performance .....................................................................................................24

3.1.6 Radio On/Off Box ............................................................................................................................24

3.2 Profile Manager Tab ..................................................................................................................25

3.2.1 Profile Setting—Network Info Tab ...................................................................................................26

3.2.2 Profile Setting—Security Tab ..........................................................................................................28

3.2.2.1 Non-WPA Authentication Modes........................................................................................................... 28

3.2.2.2 WPA Authentication Modes .................................................................................................................. 28

3.2.2.3 Encryption Methods .............................................................................................................................. 36

3.2.2.4 WEP Key Settings................................................................................................................................. 36

3.2.2.5 TKIP/AES Settings ................................................................................................................................ 37

3.2.3 Profile Setting—Protocol .................................................................................................................38

3.3 Site Survey Tab .........................................................................................................................39

3.3.1 Site Survey—Access Point Filter.....................................................................................................40

3.3.2 Site Survey—List Window ...............................................................................................................40

3.3.3 Site Survey—Filter Button ...............................................................................................................41

3.3.3.1 Network SSID........................................................................................................................................ 41

3.3.3.2 Network BSSID ..................................................................................................................................... 41

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3.3.3.3 Select Channel...................................................................................................................................... 41

3.3.4 Site Survey—Refresh Button.......................................................................................................... 41

3.3.5 Site Survey—Associate Button....................................................................................................... 41

3.4 Statistics Tab............................................................................................................................. 42

3.4.1 Signal Strength ............................................................................................................................... 42

3.4.2 Transmit Window............................................................................................................................ 43

3.4.3 Receive Window............................................................................................................................. 44

3.5 Advanced Tab ........................................................................................................................... 45

3.5.1 Advanced Tab—Marvell Wireless Card.......................................................................................... 45

3.5.2 Advanced Tab—Protocol................................................................................................................ 46

3.5.3 Advanced Tab—Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................... 48

3.6 Admin Tab................................................................................................................................. 49

3.6.1 Admin Tab—Import Profiles ........................................................................................................... 49

3.6.2 Admin Tab—Export Profiles ........................................................................................................... 49

3.7 About Tab.................................................................................................................................. 50

Appendix A.Acronyms and Abbreviations ....................................................................... 51

Appendix B.Revision History............................................................................................. 55

List of Figures

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List of Figures

Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9

Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview ....................................................................... 11

Figure 1: Zero Configuration Utility Window .................................................................................................... 12

Figure 2: Marvell Configuration Utility in Active Mode ..................................................................................... 13

Figure 3: Zero Configuration Disabled Window ............................................................................................... 13

Figure 4: Icon Window...................................................................................................................................... 14

Figure 5: Tray Status Icons Window................................................................................................................. 14

Figure 6: AutoLink AP Configuration ................................................................................................................ 16

Figure 7: AutoLink AP Configuration—Radio Off ............................................................................................. 17

Figure 8: AutoLink AP Configuration—Security Pin ......................................................................................... 17

Figure 9: AutoLink AP Connection ................................................................................................................... 18

Figure 10: AutoLink AP Connection—Security Pin............................................................................................. 18

Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface............................................................... 19

Figure 11: Network Status Window ................................................................................................................... 20

Figure 12: Select Profile Window ...................................................................................................................... 20

Figure 13: Link Information Section .................................................................................................................. 21

Figure 14: Signal Strength Bar Window ............................................................................................................. 22

Figure 15: TCP/IP Window ................................................................................................................................ 23

Figure 16: Actual Throughput Performance Window ......................................................................................... 24

Figure 17: Radio On/Off Window ....................................................................................................................... 24

Figure 18: Radio Off Window ............................................................................................................................ 24

Figure 19: Profile Manager Window .................................................................................................................. 25

Figure 20: Network Info Tab—Infrastructure Network ....................................................................................... 26

Figure 21: Network Info Tab—Ad-Hoc Network ................................................................................................ 26

Figure 22: Authentication Modes ....................................................................................................................... 28

Figure 23: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication .............................................................................................. 29

Figure 24: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIP ..................................................................................................... 29

Figure 25: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Authentication ................................................................................... 30

Figure 26: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration......................................................................... 30

Figure 27: Select Certificate Window ................................................................................................................ 31

Figure 28: WPA Radius Configuration with Certificate....................................................................................... 31

Figure 29: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Authentication......................................................................................... 32

Figure 30: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Radius Configuration.............................................................................. 32

Figure 31: WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP Authentication............................................................................................. 34

Figure 32: WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration ................................................................................. 34

Figure 33: CCX EAP/LEAP Authentication......................................................................................................... 35

Figure 34: CCX EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration ............................................................................................. 35

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Figure 35: WEP Key Settings ............................................................................................................................ 36

Figure 36: WEP Key Configuration .................................................................................................................... 36

Figure 37: TKIP/AES Settings ........................................................................................................................... 37

Figure 38: Profile Setting—Protocol Window...................................................................................................... 38

Figure 39: Site Survey Tab ................................................................................................................................ 39

Figure 40: Site Survey List Window ................................................................................................................... 40

Figure 41: Site Survey Filter Button Window ..................................................................................................... 41

Figure 42: Statistics Window ............................................................................................................................. 42

Figure 43: Transmit Window .............................................................................................................................. 43

Figure 44: Receive Window ............................................................................................................................... 44

Figure 45: Advanced Tab .................................................................................................................................. 45

Figure 46: Protocol Window ............................................................................................................................... 46

Figure 47: Miscellaneous Window ...................................................................................................................... 48

Figure 48: Configuration Utility Window with Admin Tab ................................................................................... 49

Figure 49: About Tab Window ............................................................................................................................ 50

List of Tables

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List of Tables

Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9

Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview ....................................................................... 11

Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface............................................................... 19

Table 1: Link Information Window Description.................................................................................................21

Table 2: TCP/IP Window Description...............................................................................................................23

Table 3: Profile List Window Description..........................................................................................................25

Table 4: Network Info Description ....................................................................................................................27

Table 5: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration..........................................................................31

Table 6: WPA PEAP Radius Configuration......................................................................................................33

Table 7: CCX EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration...............................................................................................35

Table 8: WEP Key Configuration......................................................................................................................37

Table 9: Protocol Window Description .............................................................................................................38

Table 10: Site Survey List Window Description..................................................................................................40

Table 11: Transmit Window Description.............................................................................................................43

Table 12: Receive Window Description..............................................................................................................44

Table 13: Advanced Tab Protocol Window Description .....................................................................................46

Table 14: Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Window...............................................................................................48

Table 15: Acronyms and Terms .........................................................................................................................51

Table 16: FCC Caution/IC Caution ....................................................................................................................54

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Introduction

Wireless Networks

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Section 1. Introduction

This document describes the functions of the Foxconn WLAN Module Configuration Utility for the following:

•

Foxconn J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module

Notes

• In this document, the Foxconn WLAN Module Configuration Utility may also be referred to as the

Configuration Utility or just the Utility.

• See the J20H018 Installation Guide for information on installing the Configuration Utility, the

Client Card Module, and the Foxconn Windows

driver.

• See Appendix A. "Acronyms and Abbreviations" on page 51 for a list of acronyms used throughout

this document.

1.1 Wireless Networks

Foxconn WLAN Module operate similar to Ethernet cards except that a radio replaces the wires between

communication devices. All existing applications that operate over Ethernet operates over a Foxconn wireless

network without any modification or need for special wireless networking software. The adapter supports the

following network technologies:

•

Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer group) mode

•

Access Point (AP) Infrastructure mode

1.1.1 Ad-Hoc Mode

In Ad-Hoc mode (also referred to as peer-to-peer mode), wireless clients send and receive information to other

wireless clients without using an AP. In comparison to infrastructure mode, this type of WLAN connection only

contains wireless clients. Ad-Hoc mode is useful for establishing a network where wireless infrastructure does not

exist or where services are not required. Two or more computers can establish an Ad-Hoc network when within

range of one another. Each computer dynamically connects to one another without additional configuration. Ad-Hoc

mode is used to network computers at home or in small offices. It is also used to set up a temporary wireless

network for meetings.

1.1.2 Infrastructure Mode

In infrastructure mode, wireless devices communicate with other wireless devices or devices on the LAN side

wired network through Access Points. When communicating through wired networks, client cards send and receive

information through APs. The AP receives the information and redirects it for clients to receive the information.

Access Points are typically strategically located within an area to provide optimal coverage for wireless clients. A

large WLAN uses multiple APs to provide coverage over a wide area. APs connect to a LAN through a wired

Ethernet connection. APs send and receive information from the LAN through this wired connection. Most

corporate WLANs operate in infrastructure mode because they require access to the wired LAN in order to use

services such as file servers or printers.

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Configuration Utility Overview

Overview

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Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview

2.1 Overview

The Foxconn Wireless Module Configuration Utility is a Microsoft

Windows

application that allows configuration

and management of Foxconn J20H018 client cards. The Configuration Utility sets up profiles and performs

wireless network management tasks.

See the J20H018 Installation Guide for information on installing the Configuration Utility.

2.2 Windows XP Users

For Windows XP, use either the Zero Configuration Utility or the Foxconn Configuration Utility to configure the

cards. Both utilities cannot be used at the same time. Selection is made during installation of the card or can be

switched during normal operation.

Notes

• Zero Configuration can be disabled when running the setup program for the Foxconn Client

Configuration Utility. See the Installation Guide for more information on selections made during

installation of the Utility.

• When using the Marvell Configuration Utility on Windows XP, Foxconn recommends turning off the

Windows wireless configuration feature. For information on how to disable this feature, refer to

Windows documentation.

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2.2.1 Zero Configuration Utility

To use the Zero Configuration Utility:

1. Open the Control Panel and click on Network Connections.

2. Right click on the icon for the Foxconn client card and select Properties.

3. Click on the Wireless Networks tab.

4. Check the Use Windows to configure my wireless settings checkbox to enable Zero Configuration.

Figure 1: Zero Configuration Utility Window

Configuration Utility Overview

Windows XP Users

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2.2.1.1 Configuration Utility Tabs

When Zero Configuration is enabled, the Foxconn Configuration Utility enters Monitor mode. When in Monitor

mode, the Foxconn Configuration Utility has the following properties:

•

Limited tab display (Network Status,Statistics,About, and Readme tabs)

•

Information reporting only (the Utility cannot be used to configure the card)

Figure 2: Foxconn Configuration Utility in Active Mode

When Zero Configuration is disabled, all tabs available through the Foxconn Configuration Utility are active, as

shown in Figure 2.

Figure 3: Zero Configuration Disabled Window

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2.2.2 Foxconn Configuration Utility

Once installed, the Foxconn Configuration Utility is accessed from the Start menu or the Desktop:

•

Start > Foxconn Libertas Client Configuration Manager

•

Start > Programs >Foxconn Libertas® 802.11g Client > Foxconn Libertas Client Configuration Manager

•

Desktop—Double click on the Configuration Utility icon

Figure 4: Icon Window

2.2.2.1 Tray Status Icons

Different icons in the system tray indicate the status of the wireless connection:

Figure 5: Tray Status Icons Window

Configuration Utility Overview

Security

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2.3 Security

Implementing a security infrastructure to monitor physical access to WLAN networks is more difficult than

monitoring access on wired networks. Unlike wired networks where a physical connection is required, anyone

within range of a wireless Access Point can send and receive frames, as well as listen for frames being sent.

IEEE 802.11 defines a set of standards and protocols for use in minimizing the security risks on wireless networks.

Two of these security standards are as follows:

•

802.1x—802.1x authentication provides authenticated access to 802.11 wireless networks and to wired

Ethernet networks. 802.1x minimizes wireless network security risks by providing user and computer

identification, centralized authentication, and encryption services based on the WEP algorithm. 802.1x

supports Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP allows the use of different authentication methods,

such as smart cards and certificates.

•

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)—WPA is an implementation based on a subset of the 802.11i standard.

WPA provides enhanced security for wireless networks when used with the TKIP and the Message Integrity

Check (MIC) algorithms.

•

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2)—The next generation of Wi-Fi security, based on the final 802.11i

standard. WPA2 offers the strongest available security in the form of AES-level encryption (Advanced

Encryption Standard), plus faster roaming between access points.

2.3.1 Security Configurations

The configuration utility supports the following security protocols:

•

Authentication Modes

–

Open System

–

Shared Key

–

Auto Switch

–

802.1x

–

WPA-PSK

–

WPA2-PSK

–

WPA

–

WPA2

–

CCX

•

Encryption Methods

–

Security Off

–

WEP

–

TKIP

–

AES

•

802.1x Authentication Protocol

–

EAP/TLS

–

EAP/PEAP

–

EAP/LEAP

•

WEP Key Size

–

64 bits WEP (40-bit key (5 bytes))

–

128 bits WEP (104-bit key (13 bytes))

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2.4 AutoLink

AutoLink is a feature integrated in Foxconn wireless client cards that offers users a simple way to configure a new

Foxconn AP in conjunction with the Configuration Utility. The AutoLink dialog box pops up automatically when a

non-configured Foxconn AP or an AutoLink configured Foxconn AP appears in the area of a client card that is not

connected to an AP or Ad-Hoc network.

AutoLink operations include:

•

Configure an AutoLink AP—first time use, AutoLink AP, or renew an AP Configuration

•

Create connection with AutoLink AP—new Foxconn client card connecting to an AutoLink AP

2.4.1 Configure an AutoLink AP

Equipment needed to configure an AutoLink AP:

•

Foxconn AutoLink AP (i.e., AP-32)

•

Foxconn Wireless Client Card (J20H018) and software package (in CD or storage device)

•

Laptop PC or Desktop PC with a Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, ME or 98SE operating system

To start or renew an AutoLink AP, configure an AP and create a connection profile for the client card in a secure

wireless network:

1. Install Foxconn Wireless Client Card (J20H018) on PC.

2. Launch Configuration Utility.

3. Click "Advanced" tab.

4. Uncheck "Auto connect …"

5. Check "Enable Auto Link". Click OK button.

Figure 6: AutoLink AP Configuration

Note

Refer to the AP User Guide for the instructions to reset AP configuration to default.

Configuration Utility Overview

AutoLink

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6. Relaunch Configuration Utility.

7. Click “Advanced” tab.

8. Check "Radio Off" below the Miscellaneous box in the utility.

Figure 7: AutoLink AP Configuration—Radio Off

9. Move the Foxconn AP close to the PC and turn the AP power on.

10. An AutoLink dialog box opens immediatetly. If not, click the AP power off and on again.

Figure 8: AutoLink AP Configuration—Security Pin

11. Enter the security PIN number. Click Apply. It takes a few seconds for the AutoLink AP configuration. After

configuration completed, the AutoLink AP restarts automatically.

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2.4.2 Create Connection with AutoLink AP

To set up a Foxconn wireless client card connection to an existing Foxconn AutoLink AP:

1. Install Foxconn Wireless Adapter (j20H018) on PC. Open device driver and Configuration Utility installation.

2. Launch Configuration Utility.

3. Click "Advanced" tab.

4. Check "Enable Auto Link" and click OK button.

Figure 9: AutoLink AP Connection

5. An AutoLink dialog box opens immediatetly. If not, make sure the "Radio Off" button below the Miscellaneous

box in the utility is unchecked.

6. Select the AP in which to connect, and enter the PIN number used in this AutoLink AP. Click Apply.

Figure 10: AutoLink AP Connection—Security Pin

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Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface

The Configuration Utility allows configuration of Foxconn client cards through the following tabs:

•

Network Status Tab—displays the status of the network to which the user is connected. The Configuration

Utility initializes on this page

•

Profile Manager Tab—displays the current profiles and allows the user to set attributes for network type,

security options, and protocols, as well as create/modify/delete profiles

•

Site Survey Tab—displays site survey information

•

Statistics Tab—displays the statistics of the current session

•

Advanced Tab—used to set protocol parameters

•

Admin Tab—used to import and export profiles

•

About Tab—provides the information for the driver version number, firmware version number, Config Utility

version number, and MAC address of the client card etc.

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3.1 Network Status Tab

The Network Status tab displays the status of the network. When the Wireless Client Card Configuration

Utility initializes, it displays the Network Status tab:

Figure 11: Network Status Window

3.1.1 Select Profile

The Select Profile window displays the name of the profile in use. Additional information about the profile is

provided in the Profile Manager.

Select one of the profiles previously defined by clicking the down arrow and highlighting a profile from the

pulldown list.

Figure 12: Select Profile Window

Profiles are created, modified, and deleted through the Profile Manager.

Note

This feature is disabled when Zero Configuration is enabled.

Configuration Utility User Interface

Network Status Tab

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3.1.2 Link Information

The Link Information section contains the current information about the wireless connection:

Figure 13: Link Information Section

Table 1: Link Information Window Description

Fields Description

Status Status of the wireless network connection:

•

Card Unplugged—adapter is not plugged in, or adapter is plugged in but

not recognized.

•

Connected—card plugged in and connected to a wireless network

•

Not connected—card plugged in, but no wireless connection.

•

No Radio—card plugged in, but the radio is turned off. Uncheck the

Radio Off box to turn the radio on.

Network SSID Network SSID label (i.e., Network Name). The Network Name is a text string

of up to 32 characters.

Network Type Type of environment connected to:

•

Infrastructure Mode—wireless clients send and receive information

through the APs. When a wireless client communicates with another, it

transmits to the AP. First the AP receives the information and

rebroadcasts it, then other devices receive the information. The APs are

strategically located within an area to provide optimal coverage for

wireless clients. A large WLAN uses multiple APs to provide coverage

over a wide area. APs can connect to a LAN through a wired Ethernet

connection. APs send and receive information from the LAN through the

wired connection.

•

Ad-Hoc Mode—wireless clients send and receive information to other

wireless clients without using an AP. This type of WLAN only contains

wireless clients. Use Ad-Hoc mode to network computers at home or in

small office, or to set up a temporary wireless network for a meeting.

Network BSSID Network Basic Service Set Identifier. The BSSID is a 48-bit identity used to

identify a particular BSS within an area. In Infrastructure BSS networks, the

BSSID is the MAC address of the AP. In independent BSS or Ad-Hoc

networks, the BSSID is generated randomly.

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3.1.3 Signal Strength/Wireless Mode Indicator

The color-coded Signal Strength bar displays the signal strength of the last packet received by the adapter:

Figure 14: Signal Strength Bar Window

Signal strength is reported as a percentage. A signal in the red indicates a bad connection. A signal in the green

indicates a good connection.

The Wireless Mode indicator shows the data rates the client card operates. There are two modes:

•

802.11b

•

802.11g (backward compatible to 802.11b)

Security Reports the type and level of security set. The security level is set through the

Profile Setting of the Profile Manager tab. Configure security settings also

through the Site Survey tab when connecting to a network.

Link Speed Connection speed, (i.e., 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, etc.)

Table 1: Link Information Window Description

Fields Description

Configuration Utility User Interface

Network Status Tab

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3.1.4 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

The Internet Protocol specifies the format of packets, also called datagrams, and the addressing scheme. Most

networks combine IP with a higher-level protocol called TCP, which establishes a virtual connection between a

destination and a source.

Figure 15: TCP/IP Window

The parameters of the Internet Protocol are:

Table 2: TCP/IP Window Description

Field Description

DHCP Option Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. Either enabled or disabled

IP Address An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP network. The format of an

IP address is a 32-bit numeric address written as four numbers separated by

periods. Each number can be 0 to 255.

Subnet Mask A mask used to determine what subnet an IP address belongs to. An IP

address has two components, the network address and the host address. The

first two numbers represent the Class B network address, and the second two

numbers identify a particular host on this network.

Default Gateway The default node on a network that serves as an entrance to another network.

In enterprises, the gateway is the computer that routes the traffic from a

workstation to the outside network that is serving the Web pages. In homes,

the gateway is the ISP that connects the user to the internet.

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3.1.5 Actual Throughput Performance

This section of the Network Status tab displays the Current Tx Rate and the Current Rx Rate of the channel

being monitored.

Figure 16: Actual Throughput Performance Window

Note

These are actual throughput diagrams (without the WLAN overhead delivered by the client card).

3.1.6 Radio On/Off Box

Clicking the Radio Off check box turns off the radio. Unchecking the box turns on the radio.

Figure 17: Radio On/Off Window

Another way to turn the radio on or off is to right-click the Configuration Utility icon in the System Tray and click

Turn Radio Off to turn the radio off. When the radio is off, click Turn Radio On to turn the radio back on.

Figure 18: Radio Off Window

The system hot key (Alt+F2) is also used to turn the radio on/off.

When the radio is off, there is no radio activity, and the following property pages are disabled:

•

Site Survey

•

Statistics

•

Advanced

Note

This feature is disabled when Zero Configuration is enabled.

Configuration Utility User Interface

Profile Manager Tab

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3.2 Profile Manager Tab

Clicking on the Profile Manager tab displays the Profile Manager dialog box. The Profile Manager displays the

profiles available and allows you to create, modify, and delete profiles:

Figure 19: Profile Manager Window

Note

The Profile Manager window is not accessible when Zero Configuration is enabled.

PROFILE MANAGER—PROFILE LIST WINDOW

The window on the left side of this tab lists all of the profiles available. Highlighting a profile selects it. If the Default

box next to the profile is checked, that profile is used in auto-configuration mode when the link is lost. If it is

unchecked, that profile is excluded in auto-configuration. The controls associated with this window are:

Table 3: Profile List Window Description

Fields Description

Apply Profile Applies the profile selected or user call

Apply the profile by double-clicking on the desired profile.

Move Up / Move Down Moves the profile up and down in the window

All profiles with the Network Type set to Infrastructure are displayed before the

profiles with the Network Type set to Ad-Hoc. In auto-configuration mode, the

checked priorities at the top of the list have higher priority than checked

profiles at the bottom of the list.

Delete Deletes a profile

Create Creates a profile

Save Saves changes made to a selected profile

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PROFILE MANAGER—PROFILE SETTING

The Profile Settings are used to display information about the profile selected in the Profile List window. The

information is divided into three tabs: Network Info, Security, and Protocol.

3.2.1 Profile Setting—Network Info Tab

The Profile Manager initially displays the Network Info tab. The Network Info tab displays the following fields:

Figure 20: Network Info Tab—Infrastructure Network

Figure 21: Network Info Tab—Ad-Hoc Network

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Note

Prefer Channel and Wireless Mode are used only when an Ad-Hoc network is started by the client card.

These two attributes are ignored if the client card is connected to an existing Ad-Hoc network with the

same desired SSID.

Table 4: Network Info Description

Fields Description

Profile Name Profile name

Network SSID Network SSID label

Network Type Infrastructure: When an Infrastructure network is selected, the Profile Setting

displays the Wireless Mode field.

Ad-Hoc: When an Ad-Hoc network is selected, the Profile Setting displays an

additional Prefer Channel field.

Wireless Mode Auto: Connects to either 802.11g network or 802.11b network (Infrastructure

network only).

802.11g: Connects to either 802.11g or 802.11b network (Ad-Hoc network

only).

802.11b: Connects to 802.11b network only (Available in both Infrastructure

and Ad-Hoc networks).

Prefer Channel Channel being used (Ad-Hoc network only)

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3.2.2 Profile Setting—Security Tab

Clicking on the Security tab displays the following security options:

•

Authentication Mode

•

Encryption Method (Security off, WEP, TKIP, and AES)

•

WEP Key Setting (Passphrase Key or Authentication Protocol)

Figure 22: Authentication Modes

3.2.2.1 Non-WPA Authentication Modes

The Foxconn Configuration Utility currently supports the following non-WPA authentication modes:

•

Open System—Open Authentication (no key or a pre-shared wired equivalent privacy (WEP) key is required)

•

Shared Key—Shared Authentication (a pre-shared wired equivalent privacy (WEP) key is required)

•

Auto Switch—Auto Select Authentication modes (Open System or Shared Key, WEP key required)

3.2.2.2 WPA Authentication Modes

The Foxconn Configuration Utility currently supports the following WPA Authentication Modes:

•

802.1x (TLS/PEAP)

•

WPA-PSK

•

WPA2-PSK

•

WPA (TLS/PEAP/LEAP)

•

WPA2 (TLS/PEAP/LEAP)

•

CCX (LEAP)

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3.2.2.2.1 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Support

In Infrastructure Mode, if WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is selected as the Authentication Mode, either TKIP or AES is

selected as the Encryption Method.

Figure 23: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication

Figure 24: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIP

•

Enter the network passphrase in the “Passphrase” and “Confirm” fields.

•

WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is not supported in Ad-Hoc network mode.

3.2.2.2.2 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Support

If 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 is selected, AES or TKIP encryption is available, and a certificate is required for the

authentication.

1. To connect to an AP through the Radius Server, select 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode.

2. Select WEP, TKIP, or AES as the Encryption Method.

3. Select EAP/TLS (Use Certificate) as the 802.1x Authentication Protocol.

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Figure 25: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Authentication

4. Click the Configure WPA Radius button to configure security settings.

Figure 26: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration

5. Click the Browse button to activate the dialog for selecting a certificate.

6. Before clicking the OK button to exit the dialog, make sure that the Login Name is entered.

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Figure 27: Select Certificate Window

Figure 28: WPA Radius Configuration with Certificate

Table 5: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration

Fields Description

Certificate Certificate selected for authentication

View View button to view the selected certificate

Browse Browse button to select the certificate

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3.2.2.2.3 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Support in Infrastructure Mode

To connect to an AP through the Radius Server, select 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, Protected

EAP (PEAP) as the Authentication Protocol, and AES or TKIP as the Encryption Method.

Figure 29: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Authentication

Clicking on the Configure WPA Radius button displays the WPA PEAP Radius Configuration window. Enter all of

the required information. Click OK button to set the configuration.

Figure 30: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Radius Configuration

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Table 6: WPA PEAP Radius Configuration

Fields Description

Inner EAP Protocol Currently supports EAP/MS-CHAP V2 only

Password Password to login to the RADIUS server

Domain Domain name for login to the RADIUS server (optional)

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3.2.2.2.4 WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP

To connect to an AP through the Radius Server, select WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, Light EAP (LEAP)

as the 802.1x Authentication Protocol, and TKIP as the Encryption Method for WPA LEAP or AES as the

Encryption Method for WPA2 LEAP.

Figure 31: WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP Authentication

Clicking on the Configure WPA Radius button configures the security settings displays the WPA LEAP Radius

Configuration Window. Enter all the required information. Click OK button to set the configuration.

Figure 32: WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration

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3.2.2.2.5 CCX EAP/LEAP

To connect to a Cisco

AP through the Radius Server, select CCX EAP/LEAP. WEP is the encryption method and

the key is generated automatically.

Figure 33: CCX EAP/LEAP Authentication

If Enable CCKM is checked, the Cisco Centrailized Key Management (CCKM) is enabled.

Clicking on the CCX Configuration button displays the CCX LEAP Radius Configuration window. Enter all the

required information in CCX configuration box. Click OK button to set CCX EAP/LEAP configuration.

Figure 34: CCX EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration

Table 7: CCX EAP/LEAP Radius Configuration

Fields Description

Password Password to login to the RADIUS server.

Domain Domain name to login to the RADIUS server (optional).

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3.2.2.3 Encryption Methods

The following encryption methods are available, depending on the Authentication Mode:

•

Security Off

•

WEP

•

TKIP

•

AES

3.2.2.4 WEP Key Settings

If the WEP Encryption method is selected, the security tab displays the WEP Key Setting. To configure the WEP

keys, select any WEP Key Setting and press the Configure WEP Keys button.

Figure 35: WEP Key Settings

Clicking the Configure WEP Keys button displays the Configure WEP Key dialog box:

Figure 36: WEP Key Configuration

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3.2.2.5 TKIP/AES Settings

If TKIP/AES is selected and the authentication mode is WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, the security tab displays the

TKIP/AES passphrase settings. Enter the passphrase into the Passphrase and Confirm boxes. Click OK.

Figure 37: TKIP/AES Settings

Table 8: WEP Key Configuration

Fields Description

Key Format Either ASCII characters or hexadecimal digits

Key Size 40-bit, 5 character ASCII key size (40-bit, 10 character hexadecimal)

104-bit, 13 character ASCII key size (104-bit, 26 character hexadecimal)

Transmit Keys There are four transmit keys. The key value is in ASCII or hexadecimal,

depending on the format selected. The WEP key size shown depends on the

key size selected.

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3.2.3 Profile Setting—Protocol

The protocol tab allows you to set or change the protocol information.

Figure 38: Profile Setting—Protocol Window

DO NOT CHANGE SETTINGS

If this box is checked, the protocol setting is not changed when the profile is applied.

USE BELOW SETTINGS

When the Do not change setting box is unchecked, the protocol settings include:

Table 9: Protocol Window Description

Fields Description

Power Save Mode Sets the power mode. Available options are Continuous Access or Max Power

Save. The default is Continuous Access.

Preamble (802.11b) Sets the Radio Preamble to Auto, short, or Long. This option takes effect only

when attaching to an 802.11b network.

Transmit Rate The range of the data rate depends on the type of AP that the client card is

connected to. The default setting is Auto Select.

Fragment Threshold Sets the fragmentation threshold (the size that packets are fragmented into for

transmission). The default setting is 2346.

RTS/CTS Threshold Sets the packet size at which the AP issues a Request-To-Send (RTS)

or Clear-to-Send (CTS) frame before sending the packet. The default setting

is 2347.

Reset button Resets the protocol settings to their default values.

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3.3 Site Survey Tab

Clicking on the Site Survey tab displays the Site Survey dialog box.

There are two ways to connect to a network through the Site Survey Window:

•

Double click on the network

•

Select network and click the Associate button

Figure 39: Site Survey Tab

This tab shows a list of all of the peer-to-peer and AP stations within range of the adapter.

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3.3.1 Site Survey—Access Point Filter

This section is used to customize which sites are displayed in the Site Survey list window:

•

Display Peer-To-Peer stations—checking this box displays all of the peer-to-peer stations within range.

•

Display 802.11a Access Points—disabled (not supported in CB-35P/MB-35P).

•

Display 802.11g Access Points—checking this box displays all of the 802.11g APs within range.

•

Display 802.11b Access Points—checking this box displays all of the 802.11b APs within range.

3.3.2 Site Survey—List Window

This window reports information on the Ad-Hoc or AP stations detected:

Figure 40: Site Survey List Window

Table 10: Site Survey List Window Description

Fields Description

Network SSID Network SSID label; i.e., the Network Name. The Network Name is a text string.

MAC Address MAC address, a hardware address that uniquely identifies each node of a network.

Security Security enabled or disabled

CH Channel used by the detected device

WMM Wireless Multimedia Enhancements (WMM) supported by the detected device.

Signal Signal strength of the detected device as a percentage

Icons The following icons may be displayed on the left side of the Network SSID column:

•

An antenna icon with a superscript b indicates an 802.11b AP.

•

An antenna icon with a superscript g indicates an 802.11g AP.

•

A circle around the icon means the adapter is connected to this network.

•

A slash icon indicate an Ad-Hoc network.

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3.3.3 Site Survey—Filter Button

Clicking the Filter button displays the Advanced Filter dialog box:

Figure 41: Site Survey Filter Button Window

3.3.3.1 Network SSID

•

Any SSID—if selected, no specific SSID is used when scanning for available network in the area.

•

Find network with this SSID—if selected, the utility searches for the specified SSID.

3.3.3.2 Network BSSID

•

Any BSSID—if selected, no specific BSSID is used when scanning for available network in the area.

•

Find network with this BSSID—if selected, the utility searches for the specified BSSID.

3.3.3.3 Select Channel

•

Scan all channels—all channels are scanned when searching for the available networks in the area.

•

Scan channel Only—only specified channel is scanned when searching for the available networks in the

area.

•

Scan Channel to Channel—a range of channels are scanned when searching for the available networks in

the area.

3.3.4 Site Survey—Refresh Button

Clicking the Refresh button requests a survey of the wireless networks in the area.

3.3.5 Site Survey—Associate Button

Select an available network, and then click the Associate button requests to establish a connection.

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3.4 Statistics Tab

Clicking on the Statistics tab displays the statistics of the current connect session:

Figure 42: Statistics Window

3.4.1 Signal Strength

The color-coded Signal Strength bar displays the signal strength of the last packet received by the adapter. Signal

strength is reported as a percentage. A signal in the red indicates a bad connection. A signal in the green indicates

a good connection.

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3.4.2 Transmit Window

The Transmit window displays the information on the packets sent:

Figure 43: Transmit Window

Table 11: Transmit Window Description

Fields Description

Total Packet Reports the total number of packets transmitted.

Unicast Packet Reports the number of packets transmitted by the adapter that were destine for a

single network node.

Multicast Packet Reports the number of packets transmitted by the adapter that were destine for more

than one network node.

Single Retries Reports the number of packets that require one retry before the adapter received an

acknowledgement.

NOTE:After the adapter sends a packet, it waits for an acknowledge from the

receiving radio to confirm that the packet was successfully received. If the

acknowledge is not received within a specified period of time, the adapter

retransmits the packet.

Multiple Retries Reports the number of packets that require more than one retry before the adapter

received an acknowledgement.

Failed Count Reports the number of packets that were not successfully transmitted because the

adapter did not receive an acknowledgement within the specified period of time.

RTS Success Reports the number of RTS attempts that were successful.

RTS Failure Reports the number of RTS attempts that were not successful.

ACK Error Reports the number of unicast transmit attempts for which no acknowledgement was

received.

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3.4.3 Receive Window

The Receive window displays the information on the packets received:

Figure 44: Receive Window

Table 12: Receive Window Description

Fields Description

Total Packet Reports the total number of packets received.

Unicast Packet Reports the number of packets received by the adapter that were destined for

a single network node.

Multicast Packet Reports the number of packets received by the adapter that were destined for

more than one network node.

Duplicate Frame Reports the number of duplicate frames received.

Received Beacons Reports the number of beacons received after association is established.

Beacon Loss Reports the number of missing beacons after association is established.

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3.5 Advanced Tab

Clicking on the Advanced tab displays the Advanced dialog box.

Figure 45: Advanced Tab

Note

The Advanced Tab page is not accessible when Zero Configuration is enabled.

3.5.1 Advanced Tab—Foxconn Wireless Card

This window reports the type of Foxconn WLAN adapter installed.

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3.5.2 Advanced Tab—Protocol

This section of the Advanced tab sets the Protocol options:

Figure 46: Protocol Window

Table 13: Advanced Tab Protocol Window Description

Fields Description

Power Save Mode Sets the power mode:

•

Continuous Access

•

Max Power Save

Preamble (802.11b) Sets the radio preamble (takes effect only when attaching to 802.11b

networks):

•

Auto

•

Short

•

Long

Receive Antenna Sets the Receive Antenna mode, either:

•

Diversity On

•

Diversity Off

•

Transmit Antenna Fixed at Antenna 2

Transmit Power Sets the power mode:

•Auto

•High

•Medium

• Low

Transmit Rate Data transmit rate

The range of the data rate depends on the type of AP that the client card is

connected to. The default setting is Auto.

Fragment Threshold Sets the fragmentation threshold (i.e., the size that packets are fragmented

into for transmission). The default setting is 2346.

RTS/CTS Threshold Sets the packet size at which the AP issues a RTS (or CTS) frame before

sending the packet. The default setting is 2347.

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Region Code Sets the regulatory domains:

• Default

• FCC/IC

•Spain

• France

•MKK

• MKK1

• Israel

•Other

NOTE: Set Default to select region as manufacture default. Set “Other” to

customize frequency channels.

Apply Changes or Default

buttons

Configures the options according to the changes entered or applies the

default values.

Table 13: Advanced Tab Protocol Window Description

Fields Description

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3.5.3 Advanced Tab—Miscellaneous

Figure 47: Miscellaneous Window

Table 14: Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Window

Field Description

Auto Correct if link or no connection (Use

checked profiles in <Profile Manager>

Uncheck this box to disable the auto-configuration feature.

Whenever there is a link loss, auto-configuration tries to establish

a connection using the checked profiles in the Profile Manager

window.

Enable AutoLink Check this box to enable/disable the AutoLink feature (see

Section 2.4 "AutoLink" on page 16).

Enable CCX Fixed CCX enabled.

Enable WMM Check this box to enable/disable the Wireless Multimedia

Enhancements (WMM) feature.

Boost Mode Check this box for performance enhancement.

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3.6 Admin Tab

Clicking the Admin tab displays the Admin dialog box. This tab allows you to import and export profiles.

Figure 48: Configuration Utility Window with Admin Tab

3.6.1 Admin Tab—Import Profiles

To import a profile:

1. Click the Import Profiles button.

2. Select the path and filename of the profile.

3. Click Open.

3.6.2 Admin Tab—Export Profiles

To export a profile:

1. Click the Export Profiles button.

2. Select or enter the path and filename of the profile.

3. Click Save.

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3.7 About Tab

Clicking on the About tab displays the About dialog box, as shown in the following example.

Figure 49: About Tab Window

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Appendix A. Acronyms and Abbreviations

Table 15: Acronyms and Terms

Term Definition

802.11 A family of specifications developed by the IEEE for WLAN technology.

802.11a An extension to 802.11 WLAN standard that provides up to 54 Mbps transmission in

the 5 GHz UNII radio band.

802.11b An extension to 802.11 WLAN standard that provides up to 11 Mbps transmission in

the 2.4 GHz ISM radio band. 802.11b uses DSSS modulation.

802.11g An extension to 802.11 WLAN standard that provides up to 54 Mbps transmission in

the 2.4 GHz ISM radio band. 802.11g uses OFDM modulation and is backwards

compatible with 802.11b.

AC Admission Control

Ad-Hoc A group of computers each with wireless adapters, connected as an independent

WLAN.

AES Advanced Encryption Standard

AP Access Point

ATIM Announced Traffic Indication Message

BBP Baseband Processor

BSS Basic Service Set

BSSID Basic Service Set ID

CardBus The 32-bit version of the PCMCIA PC Card standard. In addition to supporting a wider

bus (32 bits instead of 16 bits), CardBus also support bus mastering and operation

speeds up to 33 MHz.

CCMP Counter mode with Cipher Block Chaining Message protocol

CCX Cisco Compatible Extensions

CE European health and safety label

CF CompactFlash

CTS Clear to Send

DGT Directorate General of Telecommunications Taiwan

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DMA Direct Memory Access

DRV Driver

DSL Digital Subscriber Line

DSR Delayed Service Routine

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DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum. DSSS is one of two types of spread spectrum

radio. The other is frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS).

DTIM Delivery Traffic Indication Message

EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol

EAPOL EAP Over LAN

EAP-TLS EAP Transport Layer Security (RFC2716)

ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier

G Protection Secures the 802.11g client’s traffic in an environment where both 80211g and 802.11b

clients are transmitting.

GUI Graphical User Interface

IAPP International Association of Privacy Professionals

IBSS Independent Basic Service Set (“Ad-Hoc”)

ICV Integrity Check Vector

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

LAN Local Area Network

MAC Medium Access Controller

MIC Message integrity check

MSDU MAC Service Data Unit

NAS Network Access Server

NDIS Network Driver Interface Specification

NIC Network Interface Card

OCB Offset Codebook Block mode

OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing

OID Object Identifier

OS Operating System

PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect

PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association

PEAP Protected EAP

PHY Physical Layers

PMK Pairwise Master Key

PSK Pre-Shared Keys

PWK Pair Wise Key

QoS Quality of Service

RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial In User Service

Table 15: Acronyms and Terms

Term Definition

Acronyms and Abbreviations

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RF Radio Frequency

RSN Robust Secure Network

RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication

RTS Request to Send

SoC System-on-Chip

SPI Serial Peripheral Interface

SSID Service Set Identifier. A 32-character unique identifier attached to the header of

packets sent over a WL/AN that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to

connect to the BSS.

TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

TIM Traffic Information Map

TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol

TLS Transport Layer Security

TSC Transmit Sequence Counter

UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter

USB Universal Serial Bus

WAN Wide Area Network

WDS Wireless Distribution System

WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy. A security protocol for WLANs defined in the IEEE 802.11

standard.

Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity (IEEE 802.11)

WLAN Wireless Local Area Network

WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia Enhancements

WOW Wake on Wireless

WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access

WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. The next generation of Wi-FI security, based on the final

802.11i standard.

WPA2-PSK Wi-Fi Protected Access 2-Pre-shared Keys

WPA-PSK Wi-Fi Protect Access-Pre-shared Keys

WZC Wireless Zero Configuration System

Table 15: Acronyms and Terms

Term Definition

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

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 generates,

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 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 the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following

conditions:

1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the

antenna and users, and

2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter

or antenna.

As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test 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 emissions, PC peripheral requirements,

etc.).

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for

example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter),

then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can

not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator

will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter)

and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.

Labeling Rule for the End Product Which Integrate this Module

This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the

antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the

antenna and users The final end product must be labeled in a visible area

with the following statement: “Contains TX FCC ID: MCLJ20H018”.

Information Needed to be Included in the Users Manual of the End Product

The users manual for OEM integrators must include the following information

in a prominent location “ IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF

exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter

must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all

persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other

antenna or transmitter.”

IC statement

"This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of [2] dB. Antenna

having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna

impedance is [ 50 ] ohms."

"To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen

that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful

communication".

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