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CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85WLAN Client CardsIEEE 802.11a/g/b and draft-802.11n/EWC compliantUser GuideDoc. No. MV-S800477-00, Rev. BJuly 18, 2006Document Classification: Proprietary InformationNot approved by Document Control. For review only.CoverDRAFT Use Only
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Table of Contents Copyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 3Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Table of ContentsTable of Contents.................................................................................................................. 3List of Figures ....................................................................................................................... 5List of Tables......................................................................................................................... 7Section 1. Introduction ........................................................................................................ 91.1 Overview......................................................................................................................................91.2 Wireless Networks.......................................................................................................................91.2.1 Ad-Hoc Mode ....................................................................................................................................91.2.2 Infrastructure Mode .........................................................................................................................10Section 2. Marvell Configuration Utility Overview .......................................................... 112.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................112.2 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 Users.........................................................................112.2.1 Disabling Windows Zero Configuration Utility .................................................................................112.2.2 Marvell Configuration Utility.............................................................................................................152.3 Security......................................................................................................................................16Section 3. Marvell Configuration Utility User Interface .................................................. 173.1 Network Status Tab ...................................................................................................................183.1.1 Select Profile ...................................................................................................................................183.1.2 Link Information...............................................................................................................................193.1.3 Signal Strength / Wireless Mode Indicator ......................................................................................203.1.4 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)...............................................................................................................213.1.5 Actual Throughput Performance .....................................................................................................223.1.6 Radio On/Off Check Box.................................................................................................................223.2 Profile Manager Tab ..................................................................................................................233.2.1 Profile Setting—Network Info Tab ...................................................................................................253.2.2 Profile Setting—Security Tab ..........................................................................................................273.2.3 Profile Setting—Protocol Tab..........................................................................................................373.3 Site Survey Tab .........................................................................................................................393.3.1 Site Survey—Networks Filter ..........................................................................................................393.3.2 Site Survey—List of Detected Stations ...........................................................................................403.3.3 Site Survey—Filter Button...............................................................................................................413.3.4 Site Survey—Refresh Button ..........................................................................................................413.3.5 Site Survey—Associate Button .......................................................................................................42
CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85 User Guide Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 4 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.4 Statistics Tab............................................................................................................................. 423.4.1 Signal Strength............................................................................................................................... 423.4.2 Transmit Section............................................................................................................................. 433.4.3 Receive Section.............................................................................................................................. 443.4.4 Protocol Section ............................................................................................................................. 453.5 Advanced Tab........................................................................................................................... 463.5.1 Advanced Tab—Marvell Wireless Card.......................................................................................... 463.5.2 Advanced Tab—Miscellaneous...................................................................................................... 473.6 AutoLink Tab............................................................................................................................. 483.7 Admin Tab................................................................................................................................. 503.7.1 Admin Tab—Import Profiles ........................................................................................................... 503.7.2 Admin Tab—Export Profiles ........................................................................................................... 503.8 About Tab.................................................................................................................................. 51Appendix A. Compliance Statements............................................................................... 53A.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance....................................................... 53A.2 Industry Canada Notice............................................................................................................. 54A.3 European Community ............................................................................................................... 55Appendix B. Acronyms and Abbreviations...................................................................... 57Appendix C. Revision History ........................................................................................... 59
List of Figures Copyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 5Not approved by Document Control. For review only.List of FiguresSection 1. Introduction ....................................................................................................... 9Section 2. Marvell Configuration Utility Overview ......................................................... 11Figure 1: Windows Zero Configuration Utility Disabled................................................................................... 12Figure 2: Marvell Configuration Utility (Windows Zero Configuration Utility Enabled) .................................... 13Figure 3: Marvell Configuration Utility (Windows Zero Configuration Utility Disabled).................................... 14Figure 4: Marvell Configuration Utility Icon .................................................................................................... 15Figure 5: Tray Status Icons Window............................................................................................................... 15Section 3. Marvell Configuration Utility User Interface ................................................. 17Figure 6: Network Status Tab ......................................................................................................................... 18Figure 7: Select Profile Section....................................................................................................................... 18Figure 8: Link Information Section .................................................................................................................. 19Figure 9: Signal Strength Bar ......................................................................................................................... 20Figure 10: Internet Protocol Section ................................................................................................................. 21Figure 11: Actual Throughput Performance Section......................................................................................... 22Figure 12: Radio On/Off Check Box ................................................................................................................. 22Figure 13: Radio On/Off in the System Tray..................................................................................................... 22Figure 14: Profile Manager Tab ........................................................................................................................ 23Figure 15: Network Info Tab (Infrastructure Network)....................................................................................... 25Figure 16: Network Info Tab (Ad-Hoc Network)................................................................................................ 25Figure 17: Security Tab—Authentication Modes .............................................................................................. 27Figure 18: Security Tab—WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication ..................................................................... 28Figure 19: Security Tab—WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIP............................................................................. 28Figure 20: Security Tab—802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS Authentication .......................................................... 29Figure 21: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS RADIUS Configuration Window ....................................................... 29Figure 22: Select Certificate Window................................................................................................................ 30Figure 23: WPA RADIUS Configuration Window with Certificate ..................................................................... 30Figure 24: Security Tab—802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Authentication ............................................................... 31Figure 25: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP RADIUS Configuration Window ............................................................ 31Figure 26: WPA/WPA2 EAP/TTLS Authentication............................................................................................ 32Figure 27: WPA EAP RADIUS Configuration Window...................................................................................... 33Figure 28: Security Tab—CCX EAP/LEAP Authentication ............................................................................... 34Figure 29: CCX EAP/LEAP RADIUS Configuration Window ............................................................................ 34Figure 30: Security Tab—WEP Key Settings.................................................................................................... 35Figure 31: WEP Key Configuration Window ..................................................................................................... 36Figure 32: TKIP/AES Settings........................................................................................................................... 37Figure 33: Protocol Tab .................................................................................................................................... 37Figure 34: Site Survey Tab ............................................................................................................................... 39Figure 35: Site Survey—List of Detected Stations............................................................................................ 40
CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85 User Guide Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 6 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Figure 36: Site Survey—Advanced Filter Window ............................................................................................ 41Figure 37: Statistics Tab ................................................................................................................................... 42Figure 38: Transmit Section.............................................................................................................................. 43Figure 39: Receive Section............................................................................................................................... 44Figure 40: Protocol Section............................................................................................................................... 45Figure 41: Advanced Tab.................................................................................................................................. 46Figure 42: Miscellaneous Section ..................................................................................................................... 47Figure 43: Access Point AutoLink Button.......................................................................................................... 48Figure 44: AutoLink Tab (Client) ....................................................................................................................... 48Figure 45: AutoLink Tab (AutoLink Complete).................................................................................................. 49Figure 46: Admin Tab........................................................................................................................................ 50Figure 47: About Tab ........................................................................................................................................ 51Appendix A. Compliance Statements.............................................................................. 53Appendix B. Acronyms and Abbreviations..................................................................... 57Appendix C. Revision History .......................................................................................... 59
List of Tables Copyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 7Not approved by Document Control. For review only.List of TablesSection 1. Introduction ....................................................................................................... 9Section 2. Marvell Configuration Utility Overview ......................................................... 11Section 3. Marvell Configuration Utility User Interface ................................................. 17Table 1: Link Information Section Description ................................................................................................19Table 2: Internet Protocol Section Description ...............................................................................................21Table 3: Profile List Section Description .........................................................................................................24Table 4: Network Info Tab Description ...........................................................................................................26Table 5: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS RADIUS Configuration Window Description .....................................30Table 6: WPA PEAP RADIUS Configuration Window Description .................................................................32Table 7: WPA TTLS RADIUS Configuration Window Description ..................................................................33Table 8: CCX EAP/LEAP RADIUS Configuration Window Description ..........................................................35Table 9: WEP Key Configuration Window Description ...................................................................................36Table 10: Protocol Tab Description ..................................................................................................................38Table 11: List of Detected Stations Description................................................................................................40Table 12: Transmit Section Description............................................................................................................43Table 13: Receive Section Description.............................................................................................................44Table 14: Protocol Section Description.............................................................................................................45Table 15: Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Section Description...........................................................................47Appendix A. Compliance Statements.............................................................................. 53Appendix B. Acronyms and Abbreviations..................................................................... 57Table 16: Acronyms and Abbreviations ............................................................................................................57Appendix C. Revision History .......................................................................................... 59Table 17: Revision History................................................................................................................................59
CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85 User Guide Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 8 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
IntroductionOverviewCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 9Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Section 1. Introduction1.1 OverviewThis document describes the functions of the Marvell Client Card Configuration Utility for the following Marvell® IEEE 802.11a/g/b and high throughput WLAN client cards:•Marvell CB-85 CardBus WLAN Client Card•Marvell MB-85 Mini PCI WLAN Client Card•Marvell EC-85 PCI Express WLAN Client Card•Marvell MC-85 PCI Express WLAN Client Mini CardMarvell high throughput client cards are both IEEE 802.11a/g/b and draft-802.11n/EWC compliant.Notes• For information on installing the Marvell Configuration Utility, the Marvell client card, and the Marvell Windows driver, see the CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85 Installation Guide.• For a list of acronyms used throughout this document see Appendix B. "Acronyms and Abbreviations" on page 57.1.2 Wireless NetworksThe Marvell client cards operate similar to Ethernet cards, except that a radio replaces the wires between communication devices. All existing applications that operate over Ethernet operate over a Marvell wireless network without any modification or need for special wireless networking software. The Marvell client cards support the following network technologies:•Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer group) mode•Access Point (AP) Infrastructure mode1.2.1 Ad-Hoc ModeIn 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 connect network computers at home or in small offices. It is also used to set up a temporary wireless network for meetings.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 10 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide1.2.2 Infrastructure ModeIn Infrastructure mode, wireless devices communicate with other wireless devices or devices on the LAN side wired network through APs. When communicating through wired networks, client cards send and receive information through APs. The AP receives the information and redirects it for clients to then 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.
Marvell Configuration Utility OverviewOverviewCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 11Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Section 2. Marvell Configuration Utility Overview2.1 OverviewThe Marvell Client Card Configuration Utility is a Windows® based application that allows configuration and management of the Marvell high throughput client cards. The Marvell Configuration Utility sets up profiles and performs other wireless network management tasks. For information on installing the Marvell Configuration Utility see the Installation Guide.2.2 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 UsersFor Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, either use the Windows Zero Configuration Utility or the Marvell Configuration Utility to configure the Marvell client card. Both utilities cannot be used at the same time. When launching the Marvell Configuration Utility, the Marvell Configuration Utility disables the Windows Zero Configuration Utility automatically. While exiting, the Marvell Configuration Utility recovers the Windows Zero Configuration Utility.NoteWhen using the Marvell Configuration Utility on Windows XP or Windows Server 2003, Marvell recommends turning off the Windows wireless configuration feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Windows documentation.2.2.1 Disabling Windows Zero Configuration UtilityTo disable the Windows Zero Configuration Utility (if not already disabled while running the setup program for the Marvell Configuration Utility):1. From Control Panel, click Network Connections. 2. Right-click the icon for the Marvell client card, and select Properties.3. Click the Wireless Networks tab.4. Clear the Use Windows to configure my wireless settings check box to disable the Windows Zero Configuration Utility.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 12 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideFigure 1: Windows Zero Configuration Utility Disabled
Marvell Configuration Utility OverviewWindows XP and Windows Server 2003 UsersCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 13Not approved by Document Control. For review only.2.2.1.1 Marvell Configuration Utility TabsWhen Windows Zero Configuration Utility is enabled, the Marvell Configuration Utility enters Monitor mode. When in Monitor mode, the Marvell 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 client card)Figure 2: Marvell Configuration Utility (Windows Zero Configuration Utility Enabled)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 14 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideWhen Windows Zero Configuration Utility is disabled, all tabs available through the Marvell Configuration Utility are active, as shown in Figure 3.Figure 3: Marvell Configuration Utility (Windows Zero Configuration Utility Disabled)
Marvell Configuration Utility OverviewWindows XP and Windows Server 2003 UsersCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 15Not approved by Document Control. For review only.2.2.2 Marvell Configuration UtilityOnce installed, the Marvell Configuration Utility is accessed from the Start menu or from the Desktop.Start menu:•Start > Marvell Configuration Utility•Start > Programs > Marvell > Marvell Configuration UtilityDesktop:•Double-click the Marvell Configuration Utility icon.Figure 4: Marvell Configuration Utility Icon 2.2.2.1 Tray Status IconsDifferent icons in the system tray indicate the status of the wireless connection.Figure 5: Tray Status Icons WindowCard UnpluggedConnectedNot Connected(red with “X” mark)(red)(green)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 16 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide2.3 SecurityImplementing 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 the range of a wireless AP 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. Three 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 identifi-cation, centralized authentication, and encryption services based on the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) algorithm. 802.1x supports the 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 a security implementation based on a subset of the 802.11i stan-dard. WPA provides enhanced security for wireless networks when used with the Temporal Key Integrity Pro-tocol (TKIP) and the Message Integrity Check (MIC) algorithms.•Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2)—Next generation Wi-Fi security, based on the final 802.11i standard. WPA2 offers the strongest available security in the form of Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) level encryption, plus faster roaming between APs.SECURITY CONFIGURATIONSThe Marvell Configuration Utility supports the following security protocols:•Authentication Modes–Open System–Shared Key–Auto Switch–802.1x–WPA-PSK–WPA2-PSK–WPA–WPA2–Cisco Compatible eXtension (CCX)•Encryption Methods–Security Off–WEP (including support for Cisco® Message Integrity Check (CMIC) and Key Integrity Protocol (CKIP))–TKIP–AES•802.1x Authentication Protocol–EAP/Transport Layer Security (TLS) (equivalent to Microsoft “Smart Card or other Certificate”)–Protected EAP (PEAP)–EAP Tunneled TLS Authentication Protocol (TTLS)–Light EAP (LEAP)•WEP Key Size–64 bits WEP (40-bit key)–128 bits WEP (104-bit key)
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 17Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Section 3. Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceThe Marvell Client Card Configuration Utility allows configuration of Marvell high throughput client cards through the following tabs:•Network Status—displays the status of the network to which the user is connected. The Marvell Configura-tion Utility initializes on this page. •Profile Manager—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—displays site survey information.•Statistics—displays the statistics of the current session.•Advanced—used to set protocol parameters.•AutoLink—to set AutoLink connection•Admin—used to import and export profiles.•About—provides the information for the driver version number, firmware version number, Marvell Configura-tion Utility version number, and Medium Access Controller (MAC) address of the client card.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 18 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.1 Network Status TabThe Network Status tab displays the status of the network. When the Marvell Configuration Utility initializes, it dis-plays the Network Status tab.Figure 6: Network Status Tab3.1.1 Select ProfileThe Select Profile section displays the name of the profile in use. Additional information about the profile is pro-vided in the Profile Manager. Select one of the profiles previously defined by clicking the down arrow and highlighting a profile from the pull-down list. Figure 7: Select Profile Section
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceNetwork Status TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 19Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Profiles are created, modified, and deleted through the Profile Manager.NoteThis feature is disabled when Windows Zero Configuration Utility is enabled.3.1.2 Link InformationThe Link Information section contains the current information about the wireless connection.Figure 8: Link Information Section Table 1: Link Information Section DescriptionField DescriptionStatus Status of the wireless network connection:•Card UnpluggedClient card is not plugged in, or client card is plugged in but not recognized.•ConnectedClient card is plugged in and connected to a wireless network.•No ConnectionClient card is plugged in, but no wireless connection.•No RadioClient card is plugged in, but the radio is turned off. Clear the Radio Off check box to turn the radio on.•Scanning forScanning for available APs and wireless stations in the area.•Waiting for peerWaiting for a peer station to connect to the wireless network (Ad-Hoc network only).Network SSID Network SSID label (i.e., Network Name). The Network Name is a text string of up to 32 characters.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 20 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.1.3 Signal Strength / Wireless Mode IndicatorThe color-coded Signal Strength bar displays the signal strength of the last packet received by the client card.Figure 9: Signal Strength Bar 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. Network Type Type of environment connected to:•Infrastructure ModeIn this mode, wireless clients send and receive information through 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 informa-tion. 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 ModeIn this 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 connect network computers at home or in small office, or to set up a tempo-rary wireless network for a meeting. Network BSSID Network Basic Service Set Identifier. The BSSID is a 48-bit identity used to identify a par-ticular 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 ran-domly.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.Tx/Rx Rates Current Tx Rate and Rx Rate of the channel being monitored.Table 1: Link Information Section Description (Continued)Field Descriptiona means connected to an 802.11a capable APb means connected to an 802.11b capable APg means connected to an 802.11g capable AP
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceNetwork Status TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 21Not approved by Document Control. For review only.The Wireless Mode indicator shows the data rates the client card operates. There are three modes:•802.11a•802.11b•802.11g (backward compatible to 802.11b)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 10: Internet Protocol SectionTable 2: Internet Protocol Section DescriptionField DescriptionDHCP 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.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 22 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.1.5 Actual Throughput PerformanceThis section of the Network Status tab displays the Current Tx Rate and the Current Rx Rate of the channel being monitored.Figure 11: Actual Throughput Performance SectionNoteThese are actual throughput diagrams (without the WLAN overhead delivered by the client card).3.1.6 Radio On/Off Check BoxSelecting the Radio Off check box turns off the radio. Clearing the check box turns on the radio.Figure 12: Radio On/Off Check BoxAnother way to turn the radio on or off is to right-click the Configuration Utility icon in System Tray and select Turn Radio Off to turn the radio off. When the radio is off, select Turn Radio On to turn the radio back on.Figure 13: Radio On/Off in the System TrayThe system hot key Alt+F2 can also be used to turn the radio on/off. When the radio is off, there is no radio activity, and the following tabs are disabled:•Profile Manager•Site Survey•Statistics •Advanced•AutoLink
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 23Not approved by Document Control. For review only.NoteThis feature is disabled when Windows Zero Configuration Utility is enabled.3.2 Profile Manager TabThe Profile Manager tab displays the profiles available and allows you to create, modify, and delete profiles.Figure 14: Profile Manager TabNoteThe Profile Manager tab is not accessible when Windows Zero Configuration Utility is enabled.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 24 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuidePROFILE MANAGER—PROFILE LISTThe section on the left side of this tab lists all of the profiles available. Highlighting a profile selects it. If the check box next to the profile is selected, that profile is used in auto-configuration mode when the link is lost. If it is not selected, that profile is excluded in auto-configuration. The buttons associated with this window are as follows.PROFILE MANAGER—PROFILE SETTINGThe Profile Settings are used to set, modify, and display information about the profile selected in the Profile List section. The information is divided into three tabs:•Network Info•Security•ProtocolTable 3: Profile List Section DescriptionButton DescriptionApply Profile Applies the profile selected. Apply the profile by double-clicking the desired profile.Move Up / Down Moves the list 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 selected profiles at the top of the list have higher priority than selected profiles at the bottom of the list.Delete Deletes a profileCreate Creates a profileSave Saves changes made to a selected profile
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 25Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.2.1 Profile Setting—Network Info TabThe Profile Manager initially displays the Network Info tab.Figure 15: Network Info Tab (Infrastructure Network)Figure 16: Network Info Tab (Ad-Hoc Network)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 26 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideThe Network Info tab fields are as follows.NoteThe fields Wireless Mode and Preferred Channel 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 Tab DescriptionField DescriptionProfile Name Name of profile selectedNetwork SSID Network SSID labelNetwork Type •InfrastructureWhen an Infrastructure network is selected, the Profile Setting displays the Wireless Mode field.•Ad-HocWhen an Ad-Hoc network is selected, the Profile Setting displays an additional Preferred Channel field.Wireless Mode •AutoConnects to 802.11a network, 802.11g network, or 802.11b network (Infrastructure network only).•802.11aConnects to 802.11a only.•802.11gConnects to either 802.11g network or 802.11b network.•802.11bConnects to 802.11b network only.Preferred Channel Channel being used (Ad-Hoc network only)802.11n Network Enables/disables draft-802.11n/EWC functionality.If enabled, the Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) index and 802.11n options can be configured.Channel Width Sets the channel bandwidth. Available options are Auto, 20 MHz, and 40 MHz.The default is Auto.Guard Interval Sets the Guard Interval. Available options are Auto, Standard, and Short. The default is Auto.Extension Channel Sets the extension channel mode when bandwidth is 40 MHz. Available options are Auto, None, Lower, and Upper. The default is Auto.Antenna Selection Sets the antenna selections. Available options are Auto, Antenna A, Antenna B, 2 by 2, and 2 by 3. The default is Auto.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 27Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.2.2 Profile Setting—Security TabClicking the Security tab displays the following security options:•Authentication Mode•Encryption Mode (Security off, WEP, TKIP, and AES)•WEP Key Setting (Passphrase Key or Authentication Protocol)Figure 17: Security Tab—Authentication Modes3.2.2.1 Non-EAP Authentication ModesThe Marvell Configuration Utility currently supports the following non-EAP authentication modes:•Open System—Open Authentication (no key or a pre-shared WEP key is required).•Shared Key—Shared Authentication (a pre-shared WEP key is required)•Auto Switch—Auto Select Authentication modes (Open System or Shared Key, WEP key required)•WPA-PSK—WPA Pre-Shared Key•WPA2-PSK—WPA2 Pre-Shared Key3.2.2.2 EAP Authentication ModesThe Marvell Configuration Utility currently supports the following EAP authentication modes:•802.1x (TLS/PEAP)•WPA (TLS/PEAP/LEAP)•WPA2 (TLS/PEAP/LEAP)•CCX (LEAP)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 28 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.2.2.2.1 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK SUPPORTIn Infrastructure mode, if WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is selected as the Authentication Mode, the encryption method AES or TKIP can be selected.Figure 18: Security Tab—WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK AuthenticationFigure 19: Security Tab—WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIPEnter the network passphrase into the Passphrase and Confirm boxes.NoteWPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is not supported in Ad-Hoc network mode.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 29Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.2.2.2.2 802.1X/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS SUPPORTIf the 802.1x EAP/TLS option is selected, the encryption method AES or TKIP can be selected, 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 TKIP or AES as the Encryption Method.3. Select EAP/TLS (Use Certificate) as the 802.1x Authentication Protocol.Figure 20: Security Tab—802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS Authentication4. Click the Configure WPA RADIUS button to configure security settings.Figure 21: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS RADIUS Configuration Window5. Click Browse to activate the dialog for selecting a certificate.6. Before clicking OK to exit the dialog, make sure that the Login Name is entered.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 30 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideFigure 22: Select Certificate WindowFigure 23: WPA RADIUS Configuration Window with CertificateTable 5: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP/TLS RADIUS Configuration Window DescriptionField/Button DescriptionLogin Name Login name to the RADIUS serverCertificate Certificate selected for authenticationView Shows the selected certificateBrowse Selects the certificate
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 31Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.2.2.2.3 802.1X/WPA/WPA2 PEAP SUPPORT IN INFRASTRUCTURE MODETo connect to an AP through the RADIUS server, select 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, PEAP as the Authentication Protocol, and AES or TKIP as the Encryption Method.Figure 24: Security Tab—802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP AuthenticationClicking the Configure WPA RADIUS button displays the WPA PEAP RADIUS Configuration window. Enter all of the required information. Figure 25: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP RADIUS Configuration Window
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 32 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideClick OK to set the configuration.3.2.2.2.4 WPA/WPA2 EAP/TTLSTo connect to an AP through the RADIUS server, select WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, TTLS as the 802.1x Authentication Protocol, and TKIP as the Encryption Method for WPA TTLS or AES as the Encryption Method for WPA2 TTLS.Figure 26: WPA/WPA2 EAP/TTLS AuthenticationClicking the Configure WPA RADIUS button displays the WPA EAP/TTLS RADIUS Configuration window. Enter all the required information. Table 6: WPA PEAP RADIUS Configuration Window DescriptionField DescriptionLogin Name Login name to the RADIUS serverPassword Password to login to the RADIUS serverDomain Domain name for login to the RADIUS server (optional)Inner EAP Protocol Use EAP/MS-CHAP V2 or EAP/GTC to login to the RADIUS server
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 33Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Figure 27: WPA EAP RADIUS Configuration WindowClick OK to set the configuration.Table 7: WPA TTLS RADIUS Configuration Window DescriptionField DescriptionInner Authentication Protocol Currently supports EAP/MS-CHAP V2 onlyAnonymous Name Indicates the identity of the authentication server with which to make contactLogin Name Login name to the RADIUS serverPassword Password to login to the RADIUS serverDomain Domain name for login to the RADIUS server (optional)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 34 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.2.2.2.5 CCX EAP/LEAPTo 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 28: Security Tab—CCX EAP/LEAP AuthenticationIf Allow Fast Roaming (CCKM) is selected, Fast Roaming (Cisco Centralized Key Management (CCKM)) is enabled.Clicking the CCX Configuration button displays the CCX LEAP RADIUS Configuration window. Enter all the required information.Figure 29: CCX EAP/LEAP RADIUS Configuration Window
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 35Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Click OK to set the configuration.3.2.2.3 Encryption MethodsThe following encryption methods are available, depending on the authentication mode:•Security Off•WEP•TKIP•AES3.2.2.4 WEP Key SettingsIf the WEP Encryption Method is selected, the Security tab displays the WEP Key Setting. To configure the WEP keys, select the WEP Key Setting, and click the Configure WEP Keys button.NoteThe WEP key used for the transmission must be identical on the sending and the receiving station.Figure 30: Security Tab—WEP Key SettingsClicking the Configure WEP Keys button displays the Configure WEP Key window. Enter all the required information.Table 8: CCX EAP/LEAP RADIUS Configuration Window DescriptionField DescriptionLogin Name Login name to the RADIUS serverPassword Password to login to the RADIUS serverDomain Domain name for login to the RADIUS server (optional)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 36 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideFigure 31: WEP Key Configuration WindowClick OK to set the configuration.Table 9: WEP Key Configuration Window DescriptionField DescriptionKey Format Either ASCII characters or hexadecimal digitsKey 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.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceProfile Manager TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 37Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.2.2.5 TKIP/AES SettingsIf 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, and click OK.Figure 32: TKIP/AES SettingsCurrently, only the functions WPA-PSK + TKIP and WPA2-PSK + AES are available. There is no such combination as WPA-PSK + AES or WPA2-PSK + TKIP.3.2.3 Profile Setting—Protocol TabThe Protocol tab allows you to set or change the protocol information.Figure 33: Protocol Tab
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 38 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideDO NOT CHANGE SETTINGSIf this check box is selected, the protocol setting is not changed when the profile is applied.USE BELOW SETTINGSIf the Do not change setting check box is not selected, the protocol settings include the following parameters.Table 10: Protocol Tab DescriptionField DescriptionPower Save Mode Sets the power mode. Available options are Continuous Access or Max Power Save. The default setting 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.MCS index will be allowed to select when the 802.11n Network check box in the Network Info tab is selected.Fragment Threshold Sets the fragmentation threshold (the size that packets are fragmented into for transmission). The default setting is 2346.Region Code Sets the region code. Available options are FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ETSI (Europe), Spain, France, and MKK (Japan).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 Resets the protocol settings to their default values
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceSite Survey TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 39Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.3 Site Survey TabThe Site Survey tab displays a list of all peer-to-peer (Ad-Hoc) and AP stations within range of the client card.Figure 34: Site Survey Tab3.3.1 Site Survey—Networks FilterThis section lets you customize which sites are displayed in the Site Survey list:•Display Peer-To-Peer stations—selecting this check box displays all peer-to-peer (Ad-Hoc) stations within range.•Display 802.11a Access Points—selecting this check box displays all 802.11a APs within range.•Display 802.11g Access Points—selecting this check box displays all 802.11g APs within range.•Display 802.11b Access Points—selecting this check box displays all 802.11b APs within range.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 40 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.3.2 Site Survey—List of Detected StationsThis section reports information on the peer-to-peer (Ad-Hoc) stations or AP stations detected.Figure 35: Site Survey—List of Detected StationsTable 11: List of Detected Stations DescriptionField DescriptionNetwork 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 networkSecurity Security enabled or disabledCH Channel used by the detected deviceSignal Signal strength of the detected device as a percentageIcons The following icons may be displayed left of the Network SSID:•An antenna icon with a subscript a indicates an 802.11a AP.•An antenna icon with a subscript b indicates an 802.11b AP.•An antenna icon with a subscript g indicates an 802.11g AP.•A circle around the antenna icon means the client card is connected to this network.•A slash icon indicates an Ad-Hoc network.WMM Wireless Multimedia Enhancements (WMM) supported by the detected deviceEWC Draft-802.11n/EWC functionality supported by the detected deviceNetwork Type Type of environment connected to: Ad-Hoc or InfrastructureCircle means connected802.11g AP Icon802.11b AP IconAd-Hoc Network802.11a AP Icon
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceSite Survey TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 41Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.3.3 Site Survey—Filter ButtonClicking the Filter button displays the Advanced Filter window.Figure 36: Site Survey—Advanced Filter Window3.3.3.1 Network SSID•Any SSID—no specific SSID is used when scanning for available networks in the area.•Find network with this SSID—the utility searches for the specified SSID.3.3.3.2 Network BSSID•Any BSSID—no specific BSSID is used when scanning for available networks in the area.•Find network with this BSSID—the utility searches for the specified BSSID.3.3.3.3 Select Channel•Scan all channels—all channels are scanned when searching for available networks in the area.•Scan channel Only—only the specified channel is scanned when searching for available networks in the area.•Scan Channel to Channel—a range of channels are scanned when searching for available networks in the area.3.3.4 Site Survey—Refresh ButtonClicking the Refresh button requests a survey of the wireless networks in the area.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 42 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.3.5 Site Survey—Associate ButtonSelect an available network, and then click the Associate button to establish a connection. Alternatively, the con-nection can be established by double-clicking the selected network.3.4 Statistics TabClicking the Statistics tab displays the statistics of the current connect session.Figure 37: Statistics Tab3.4.1 Signal StrengthThe color-coded Signal Strength bar displays the signal strength of the last packet received by the client card. 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.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceStatistics TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 43Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.4.2 Transmit SectionThe Transmit section displays the information on the packets sent.Figure 38: Transmit SectionTable 12: Transmit Section DescriptionField DescriptionTotal Packet Reports the total number of packets transmittedUnicast Packet Reports the number of packets transmitted by the client card that were destined for a single network nodeMulticast Packet Reports the number of packets transmitted by the client card that were destined for more than one network nodeSingle Retries Reports the number of packets that require one retry before the client card received an acknowledgement.NOTE:After the client card 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 client card retransmits the packet. Multiple Retries Reports the number of packets that require more than one retry before the client card received an acknowledgementFailed Count Reports the number of packets that were not successfully transmitted because the client card did not receive an acknowledge within the specified period of timeRTS Success Reports the number of RTS attempts that were successfulRTS Failure Reports the number of RTS attempts that were not successfulACK Error Reports the number of unicast transmit attempts for which no acknowledgement was received
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 44 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.4.3 Receive SectionThe Receive section displays the information on the packets received.Figure 39: Receive SectionTable 13: Receive Section DescriptionField DescriptionTotal Packet Reports the total number of packets receivedUnicast Packet Reports the number of packets received by the client card that were destined for a single network nodeMulticast Packet Reports the number of packets received by the client card that were destined for more than one network nodeDuplicate Frame Reports the number of duplicate frames receivedReceived Beacons Reports the number of beacons received after association is establishedBeacon Loss Reports the number of missing beacons after association is established
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceStatistics TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 45Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.4.4 Protocol SectionThe Protocol section displays the information on the protocol status.Figure 40: Protocol SectionTable 14: Protocol Section DescriptionField DescriptionPreamble Displays radio preamble type:•Auto•Short•LongTx Power Displays transmit power mode:•Auto•High•Medium•Low
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 46 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.5 Advanced TabThe Advanced tab displays the advanced parameters available for the installed Marvell client cards.Figure 41: Advanced TabNoteThe Advanced tab is not accessible when the Windows Zero Configuration Utility is enabled.3.5.1 Advanced Tab—Marvell Wireless CardThis section of the Advanced tab reports the type of Marvell client card installed.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceAdvanced TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 47Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.5.2 Advanced Tab—MiscellaneousFigure 42: Miscellaneous SectionTable 15: Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Section DescriptionField DescriptionAuto connect if link loss or no connection (Use checked profiles in <Profile Man-ager>)Clear this check box to disable the auto-configuration feature. Whenever there is a link loss, auto-configuration tries to establish a connection to the checked profiles in the Profile Manager window.Boost Mode Select this check box for performance enhancement.Enable WMM Select this check box to enable/disable the Wireless Multimedia Enhancements (WMM) feature.Worldwide regulatory domain Select this check box to set the regulatory domainDFS Mode Select this check box to enable Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)MIMO Powersave Enables/disables the Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) Powersave Mode. Available options are Off and Static.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 48 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.6 AutoLink TabTo enable AutoLink mode, proceed as follows:1. Toggle the AutoLink button on the Access Point to enable AutoLink mode.2. Toggle the AutoLink button on the client to enter AutoLink mode.Figure 43: Access Point AutoLink ButtonWithin 60 seconds, the AutoLink will be completed.Figure 44: AutoLink Tab (Client)
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceAutoLink TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 49Not approved by Document Control. For review only.AutoLink is complete.Figure 45: AutoLink Tab (AutoLink Complete)
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 50 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User Guide3.7 Admin TabThe Admin tab allows you to import and export profiles. Figure 46: Admin Tab3.7.1 Admin Tab—Import ProfilesTo import a profile, proceed as follows:1. Click Import Profiles.2. Select the path and filename of the profile.3. Click Open.3.7.2 Admin Tab—Export ProfilesTo export a profile, proceed as follows:1. Click Export Profiles.2. Select or enter the path and filename of the profile.3. Click Save.
Marvell Configuration Utility User InterfaceAbout TabCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 51Not approved by Document Control. For review only.3.8 About TabThe About tab displays information about the Marvell Client Card Configuration Utility. Figure 47: About Tab
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Compliance StatementsFederal Communications Commission (FCC) ComplianceCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 53Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Appendix A. Compliance StatementsA.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ComplianceTransmitter Module Approval Conditions1. Antennas must be installed to provide 20 cm separation distance from the transmitting antenna to the body of the user during normal operating condition. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.2. Only those antennas filed under FCC ID:UAY-MMC85M can be used with this device.3. When the module is installed in the final system where the antenna location is less than 20 cm separation distance to the body of user, additional equipment authorization must be applied.4. FCC ID label on the final system must be labeled with "Contains FCC ID:UAY-MMC85M" or "Contains transmitter module FCC ID:UAY-MMC85M".5. In the user manual, final system integrator must be ensure that there is no instruction provided in the user manual to install or remove the transmitter module.6. The transmitter module must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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 tun-ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the fol-lowing measures:•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.•Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 54 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideCautionThis device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.CautionExposure to Radio Frequency RadiationTo comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.A.2 Industry Canada NoticeThis device complies with Canadian RSS-210."This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003"Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du CanadaOperation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device."L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l'utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.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.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.
Compliance StatementsEuropean CommunityCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 55Not approved by Document Control. For review only.A.3 European CommunityThis equipment is marked with the 0984 symbol and can be used throughout the European community.This indicates compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and meets the relevant parts of following technical specifications:•EN 301 893 – Broadband Radio Access Networks (BRAN); 5 GHz high performance RLAN; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.•EN 300 328-2 – Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband Transmission systems; data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modu-lation techniques•EN 301 489-17 – Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); Electromagnetic Com-patibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment.•EN 60950 – Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment. Marking by the symbol: ! indicates that usage restrictions apply.Marking by the symbol indicates that usage restrictions apply.
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Acronyms and AbbreviationsCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 57Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Appendix B. Acronyms and AbbreviationsTable 16: Acronyms and AbbreviationsTerm DefinitionAES Advanced Encryption StandardAP Access PointBRAN Broadband Radio Access NetworksBSS Basic Service SetBSSID Basic Service Set IDCCKM Cisco Centralized Key ManagementCCX Cisco Compatible eXtensionsCE Conformité Européenne (European Conformity)CTS Clear to SendDFS Dynamic Frequency SelectionDHCP Dynamic Host Configuration ProtocolEAP Extensible Authentication ProtocolEC European CommunityEIRP Equivalent Isotropically Radiated PowerEMC Electromagnetic CompatibilityEN European StandardERM Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum MattersEWC Enhanced Wireless ConsortiumFCC Federal Communications CommissionICES Interference-Causing Equipment StandardIEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersIP Internet ProtocolISM Industrial, Scientific, and Medical applications (of radio)LAN Local Area NetworkLEAP Light EAPIC Industry CanadaMAC Medium Access ControllerMbps Megabits per secondMCS Modulation and Coding SchemeMIC Message Integrity CheckMIMO Multiple Input Multiple Output
Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. B CONFIDENTIAL Copyright © 2006 MarvellPage 58 Document Classification: Proprietary Information July 18, 2006, 0.00Not approved by Document Control. For review only.CB-85/MB-85/EC-85/MC-85User GuideNMB Norme sur le Matériel Brouilleur (ICES)PEAP Protected EAPPSK Pre-Shared KeysR&TTE Radio and Telecommunications Terminal EquipmentRADIUS Remote Authentication Dial In User ServiceRLAN Radio Local Area NetworkRSS Radio Standards SpecificationRTS Request to SendSSID Service Set IdentifierTCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet ProtocolTKIP Temporal Key Integrity ProtocolTLS Transport Layer SecurityTTLS Tunneled TLSWEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyWi-Fi Wireless Fidelity (IEEE 802.11)WLAN Wireless Local Area NetworkWMM Wireless Multimedia EnhancementsWPA Wi-Fi Protected AccessWPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2WPA2-PSK Wi-Fi Protected Access 2-Pre-Shared KeysWPA-PSK Wi-Fi Protected Access-Pre-Shared KeysTable 16: Acronyms and Abbreviations (Continued)Term Definition
Revision HistoryCopyright © 2006 Marvell CONFIDENTIAL Doc. No. MV-S800477-00 Rev. BJuly 18, 2006, 0.00 Document Classification: Proprietary Information Page 59Not approved by Document Control. For review only.Appendix C. Revision HistoryTable 17: Revision HistoryDocument Type RevisionRelease Rev. BAppendix A. "Compliance Statements" on page 53 added
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