LINKSYS WET54GM2 Wireless-G CardBus Module User Manual

LINKSYS LLC Wireless-G CardBus Module Users Manual

Users Manual

54M WirelessLAN ModuleUser’s ManualRev Draft
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual2Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of thefollowing 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 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate thisequipment. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated withminimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any otherantenna or transmitter.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual3This 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 antennaand users, and2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter orantenna.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 anyadditional 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 examplecertain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCCauthorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the finalproduct. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCCauthorization.End Product LabelingThis transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may beinstalled such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users (forexample :Wireless Access Point and Wireless Router). The final end product must belabeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains TX FCC ID: N89-WM601I”.Manual Information That Must be IncludedThe OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end userregarding how to install or remove this RF module in the users manual of the endproduct which integrate this module.The users manual for OEM integrators must include the following informationin a prominent location “ IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RFexposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmittermust be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from allpersons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any otherantenna or transmitter.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual4About this manualThis User’s Manual describes how to install and operate your 54M Wireless LANModule. Please read this manual before you install the product.This manual includes the following topics:¾ Product description and features.¾ Software installation procedure.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual5Table of ContentsAbout this manual ............................................................... 4Chapter 1 - Introduction .......................................... 6Features ............................................................................................ 6What is Wireless LAN? .................................................................. 7Wireless LAN Modes...................................................................... 7Notes on Wireless LAN Configuration ........................................ 8Chapter 2 – Driver Installation for Windows..... 9Driver installation for Windows 98....................................................... 9Driver installation for Windows 2000................................................. 12Driver installation for Windows ME.................................................... 15Driver installation for Windows XP .................................................... 17
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual6Chapter 1 - IntroductionThank you for purchasing the 54M Wireless LAN Module. This high-speed WirelessLAN Module provides you with an innovative wireless networking solution. TheAdapter is easy to set up and use. With this innovative wireless technology, you canshare files and printers on the network—without inconvenient wires!The Module is a network Module with a rate of 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 24, 36, 48and 54 Mbps operating in the ISM band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum(DSSS) transmission implementing the IEEE 802.11g draft standard. This Moduleprovides Device Drivers for Windows Operating Systems. It also provides tools forthe configuration of the Module. The tool, as well as the installation steps of theplug-and-play procedure for the Windows operating systems, is described in thisdocument.FeaturesThe 54M Wireless LAN Module offers compliance with the IEEE 802.11g draftspecification. This feature allows them to communicate with other wireless devicesthat support the standard. Features of the Module are:z Uses 2.4GHz frequency band, which complies with worldwiderequirementz Wireless interface following the IEEE 802.11g draft standardz Using CardBus interfacez Enciphering/deciphering of wireless data by the implementation of theWEP algorithmz Wire-free access to networked resources from anywhere beyond thenotebookz Allows users move between Access Points without resetting theirconnection reconfigurationz Delivers data rate up to 54 Mbpsz Supports 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps ratesz Provide Wireless LAN Card Configuration utilityz The module uses external Antennaz Supports most popular operating systems
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual7What is Wireless LAN?Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) systems offer a great number of advantagesover traditional wired systems. WLAN is flexible and easy to setup and manage.They are also more economical than wired LAN systems.Using radio frequency (RF) technology, WLAN transmit and receive data throughthe air. WLAN combine data connectivity with user mobility. For example, userscan roam from a conference room to their office without being disconnected fromthe 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 saving features:• 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 accesspoint can manage the bandwidth to maximizebandwidth utilization.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual8Additionally, 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 Adaptersoperate 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.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual9Chapter 2 – Driver Installation for WindowsThe following sections cover Wireless LAN Module driver installation in the WindowsOperating Systems.Note! You have to install your hardware first before you begin to install thedrivers.Driver installation for Windows 98Follow the steps below to install the Wireless LAN Module drivers for Windows 98.1. Insert the CardBus Wireless LAN Card to CardBus slot of notebook first. (Refer toChapter 2 – Hardware installation.)2. After Windows 98 detects the Wireless LAN Module, the Add New HardwareWizard window appears. Clicks Next to continue the installation.3. A screen appears prompting you to select an installation method. Select Search forthe best driver for your device. (Recommended) and click Next to continue.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual104. Ensure that the CD-ROM drive is selected. Inserts the driver CD-ROM into yourCD-ROM drive and clicks Next to continue.5. The following screen appears showing the driver search result. Click Next tocontinue the installation.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual116. Windows 98 copies files to your hard disk. The following screen will appear toinform you when the software installation has finished. Click Finish to finish theinstallation.7. The following screen will ask you to restart your computer to finish the installation.Click Yes to reboot the system. After system reboot, the Wireless LAN Utility will beinstalled automatically. Please go to Chapter 4 to install the utility.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual12Note! In most cases, Windows will automatically copy all of the files neededfor networking. If Windows asks you for the files and prompts you toinput the path to the files. Follow the instructions on your screen, andthen click OK to continue.Driver installation for Windows 2000Follow the steps below to install the CardBus Wireless LAN Card drivers for Windows2000.1. Insert the CardBus Wireless LAN Card to CardBus slot of notebook first. (Refer toChapter 2 – Hardware installation.)2. After Windows 2000 detects the CardBus Wireless LAN Card, the Found NewHardware Wizard window appears. Click Next to start the installation.3. A screen appears prompting you to select an installation method. Select Search fora suitable driver for my device (recommended) and click Next to continue.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual134. Ensure that the CD-ROM driver is selected and insert the driver CD-ROM into yourCD-ROM drive and click Next to continue.5. The following screen appears showing the driver search result. Click Next tocontinue the installation.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual146. The following screen appears. Click Yes to continue7. The Windows has finished installing software for the device. Click Finish to finishthe installation.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual15Then system will start to install Wireless LAN Utility. Please refer to procedures atChapter 4.Driver installation for Windows MEFollow the steps below to install the CardBus Wireless LAN Card drivers for WindowsME.1. Insert the CardBus Wireless LAN Card to CardBus slot of notebook first. (Refer toChapter 2 – Hardware installation.)2. After Windows ME detects the CardBus Wireless LAN Card, the Add NewHardware Wizard window appears. Select Automatic search for a better driver(Recommended) and insert the driver CD-ROM into CD-ROM drive and click Nextto continue.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual163. The system will find the setup files and follow the instruction to copy files to yourhard disk. The following screen will appear when the software installation hasfinished. Click Finish to finish the installation.4. The following screen will ask you to restart your computer to finish the hardwaresetting up. Click Yes to reboot the system. After system reboot, the Wireless LANUtility will be installed automatically. Please go to Chapter 4 to install the utility.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual17Note! In most cases, Windows will automatically copy all of the files neededfor networking. If Windows asks you for the files and prompts you toinput the path to the files. Follow the instructions on your screen, andthen click OK to continue.Driver installation for Windows XPFollow the steps below to install the CardBus Wireless LAN Card drivers for WindowsXP.1. Insert the CardBus Wireless LAN Card to CardBus slot of notebook first. (Refer toChapter 2 – Hardware installation.)2. After Windows XP detects the CardBus Wireless LAN Card, the Found NewHardware Wizard window appears. Select Install the software automatically[Recommended] and insert the driver CD-ROM into CD-ROM drive and click Nextto continue.3. Click Continue Anyway to continue the installation.
54M Wireless LAN Module User’s Manual184. The Windows has finished installing software for the device. Click Finish to finishthe installationThen system will start to install Wireless utility automatically.

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