Intel WM3A2100 Mini-PCI Transmitter Card User Manual OEM Compliance Guide
Intel Mobile Communications Mini-PCI Transmitter Card OEM Compliance Guide
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OEM Compliance Guide
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Mobile Communications Division
Compliance Notices
Source Document for OEMs
Calexico
Created: 09/25/02
Last Updated: 12/20/02TL
Authors: Paul Straley, Tony Lukyn
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Revision History
Date Changes
09/25/02 Created document
10/03/02 Corrected errors in document, added 3 additional Mini PCI models,
genericized product references to refer to “LAN Mini PCI Adapters”
10/08/02 Added Annex II under 1999/5/EC for 2.4 GHz products (PS)
12/18/02 Added “Information for the OEM” page 1 and additional text for
OEM integrators page 4 (TL)
12/20/02 Added End Product Label: FCC ID “XXXXXXXX’ info.
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Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 and 2100 Mini PCI Adapters
Safety and Regulatory Notices
Information for the OEM Integrators:
Please refer to the full Grant of equipment document for other restrictions.
Note: The following regulatory and safety notices must be published in compliance with local regulations.
This information applies to the following products:
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B7100; dual 802.11a and 802.11b)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A7100; dual 802.11a and 802.11b)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B2100; 802.11b only)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A2100; 802.11b only)
Local Restriction of 802.11a and 802.11b Radio Usage
The following statement on local restrictions must be published as part of the compliance documentation for all 802.11a and
802.11b products.
Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a and 802.11b wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all
countries, 802.11a and 802.11b products are designed for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in
countries other than those of designated use. As a user of these products, you are responsible for ensuring that the products are
used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of
frequency and channel for the country of use. Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country of use could be
an infringement of national law and may be punished as such.
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter products meet the
Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the
instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC’s recommended limits.
The following safety precautions should be observed:
• Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
• Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body,
especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
• Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected; if not, the radio may be damaged.
• Use in specific environments:
o The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such
environments.
o The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
o The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital.
• Antenna use:
o In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of
20 cm (8 inches) or more from the body of all persons.
o High-gain, wall-mount, or mast-mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a
minimum distance of 30 cm (12 inches) or more from the body of all persons. Please contact your professional installer,
VAR, or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements.
Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an
explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
Antenna Warning
Warning: To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, it is recommended for Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI
Adapters installed in a desktop or portable computer, that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation
distance of al least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons and that the antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or radio transmitter. It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than
20 cm (8 inches).
Use On Aircraft Caution
Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals
could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
Other Wireless Devices
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: Refer to the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters
or other devices in the wireless network.
This device is intended for OEM integrators only.
This device cannot be co-located with any other transmitter.
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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. For laptop installations, the
antenna must be installed to ensure that the proper spacing is maintained in the event the users places the device in their lap during
use (i.e. positioning of antennas must be placed in the upper portion of the LCD panel only to ensure 20 cm will be maintained if the
user places the device in their lap for use) and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still
responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example,
digital device 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.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be
maintained between the antenna and users (for example access points, routers, wireless ASDL modems, certain laptop
configurations, and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: "Contains TX
FCC ID: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX," where XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX is replaced by the FCC ID on the module being integrated.
RF Exposure Manual Information That Must be Included
The users manual for end users 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."
Additional Information That Must be Provided to OEM Integrators
The end user should NOT be provided any instructions on how to remove or install the device.
USA Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
FCC Regulations Part 15 Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Intel Corporation declares that the equipment described in this document is within the requirements of the Code of Federal
Regulations listed below:
Title 47 Part 15, Subpart B, Class B for a digital device.
This declaration is based upon the compliance of the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapters to the above standards. Intel
has determined that the models listed have been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards if no unauthorized change
is made in the equipment and if the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
These units are identical to the units tested and found acceptable with the applicable standards. Records maintained by Intel
continue to reflect that units being produced under this Declaration of Conformity, within the variation that can be expected due to
quantity production and tested on a statistical basis, continue to comply with the applicable technical standards.
FCC Rules and Regulations - Part 15
This device uses, generates and radiates radio frequency energy. The radio frequency energy produced by this device is well below
the maximum exposure allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 subpart C of the FCC Rules and Regulations.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The FCC limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual and operated in a commercial environment. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular commercial installation, or if operated in a residential area.
If harmful interference with radio or television reception occurs when the device is turned on, the user must correct the situation at
the user’s own expense. The user is encouraged to try one or more of the following corrective measures:
• Re-orient 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 on which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency. Any
changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Intel could void the user's authority to operate this device.
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices
Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the Conformité Européene (CE)
Marking, which indicates compliance with the applicable Directives and European standards and amendments
identified below. This equipment also carries the Class 2 identifier.
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Declaration of Conformity (Mini PCI Adapter)
Product Descriptions:
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B7100)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A7100)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B2100)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A2100)
Intel Corporation declares that the equipment described in this document is in conformance with the essential requirements of the
European Council Directives, standards, and other normative documents listed below:
73/23/EEC Safety of the User (article 3.1.a)
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (article 3.1.b)
1999/5/EC (R&TTE) Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (Following annex II of this Directive for models
WM3A2100 and WM3B2100 and annex IV for models WM3A7100 and WM3B7100)
EN 60950 1992 2nd Edition (A1 – A4, A11) Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment
EN 300 328-1 V1.3.1 (2001-12); EN 300328-2 V1.2.1 (2001-12) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);
Wideband Transmission system; data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum
modulation techniques; Part 1: Technical characteristics and test conditions; Part 2; Harmonized EN covering essential
requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
EN 301 489-1, Aug. 2000; EN 301489-17, Sept. 2000 – Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM);
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services: Part 1: Common technical requirements; Part 17:
Specific conditions for Wideband Data and Hiperlan equipment
Draft EN 301 893 v1.2.1, (2002-07) – Broadband Radio Access Networks (BRAN); 5 GHZ high performance RLAN; Harmonized EN
covering essential requirements of Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
Warning: See table of allowable 802.11a frequencies and list of 802.11b restrictions for specific countries under the heading
“European Economic Area Restrictions” below.
Tnslated Statements of Compliance
English
This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 1999/5/EC.
Danish
Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske direktiv 1999/5/EC
Dutch
Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief 1999/5/EC.
Finnish
Tämä tuote noudattaa EU-direktiivin 1999/5/EC määräyksiä.
French
Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne 1999/5/EC.
German
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen Richtlinie 1999/5/EC.
Greek
Icelandic
Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer 1999/5/EC.
Italian
Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC.
Norwegian
Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet 1999/5/EC.
Portuguese
Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 1999/5/EC.
Spanish
Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 1999/5/EC.
Swedish
Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG-direktiv 1999/ 5/EC.
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European Economic Area Restrictions
Local Restriction of 802.11a and 802.11b Radio Usage
Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a and 802.11b wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized within
the European community, 802.11a and 802.11b products are designed for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be
operated in countries other than those of designated use. As a user of these products, you are responsible for ensuring that the
products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct
selection of frequency and channel for the country of use. Any deviation from the country settings and restrictions shown below is an
infringement of national law and may be punished as such.
The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area. However, authorization for use is restricted as
follows:
Passive Scanning Adapters and Access Points
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapters support passive scanning for selection of channels. This means that the adapter
obtains its channel settings from the access point to which it is connected. These values cannot be set on the adapter itself. In order
to comply with local regulations, adapters must only be used with access points configured for the legal channels in the country of
use.
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapters support Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) on access points in the 5 GHz
frequencies. This feature is designed to prevent use of channels on which radar transmissions are detected. In accordance with
local laws, wireless LAN signals may not interfere with radar signals. The DFS feature is under the control of the access point. In
order to comply with local regulations, adapters must only be used with access points that have the DFS feature switched on.
The frequencies listed in the table below are permissible on systems that support DFS and have the DFS feature switched on.
802.11a Permissible Frequencies under DFS
Country Permissible frequencies
Belgium 5.15 – 5.35 GHz
Denmark 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
France 5.15 – 5.35
Iceland 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
Ireland 5.15 – 5.35 GHz
Italy 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
Netherlands 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
Norway 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
Sweden 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
United Kingdom 5.15 – 5.35; 5.47 – 5.725 GHz
802.11b Restrictions
• European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz.
• In France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465 – 2.4835 GHz frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use.
Americas
Argentina
TBD
Brazil
TBD
Canada
Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 2, and RSS-210, Issue 4 (Dec. 2000).
“To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to
provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.”
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003, No. 2, et CNR-210, No. 4 (Dec. 2000).
« Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit être utilisé à l'intérieur et devrait
être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à
l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. »
Chile
TBD
Colombia
TBD
Ecuador
TBD
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Mexico
TBD
Peru
TBD
Venezuela
TBD
Asia Pacific
Australia
TBD
China
TBD
Hong Kong
TBD
India
TBD
Indonesia
TBD
Japan
TBD
Korea
TBD
Malaysia
TBD
New Zealand
TBD
Philippines
TBD
Singapore
TBD
Sri Lanka
TBD
Thailand
TBD
Vietnam
TBD
Europe, Middle East, and Africa
[for CE and R&TTE countries see beginning of document]
Bulgaria
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TBD
Czech Republic
TBD
Egypt
TBD
Hungary
TBD
Israel
TBD
Kuwait
TBD
Oman
TBD
Poland
TBD
Russia
TBD
Saudi Arabia
TBD
Slovenia
TBD
South Africa
TBD
Turkey
TBD
United Arab Emirates
TBD
Ukraine
TBD
Other Countries
Croatia
TBD
Estonia
TBD
Bahrain
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TBD
Jordan
TBD
Latvia
TBD
Lithuania
TBD
Morocco
TBD
Qatar
TBD
Belarus
TBD
Slovak Republic
TBD
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