Micro Star MS6827 802.11b Mini-PCI Module User Manual

Micro Star International Co Ltd 802.11b Mini-PCI Module

User Manual

MSI MP11B2 (MS-6827) Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card(For OEMs use only) User’s Guide
FCC Caution 1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation. 2. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCCRF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimumdistance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. 3. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction withany other antenna or transmitter. 4. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by theparty responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operatethe equipment.NOTE:This device is approved for OEM installation with specified antennas as listed in this Manual.It is the responsibility of the Installer to comply with the separation distance for satisfying RFexposure compliance and 15.19 labelling requirement that the final end product must be labeled Copyright NoticeThe material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTER-NATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guaran-tee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continualimprovement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.TrademarksMicrosoft Windows and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation.All brand names, icons, and trademarks used in this manual are the sole property oftheir respective owners.in visible area with the following: "Contains TX FCC ID:I4L-MS6827
Important Safety PrecautionsAlways read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling anypiece of electronic component.1. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.2. Keep this equipment away from humidity.3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects theequipment from overheating.5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.6. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or causeelectrical shock.7. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by aservice personnel:Liquid has penetrated into the equipmentThe equipment has been exposed to moistureThe equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s ManualThe equipment has dropped and damagedIf the equipment has obvious sign of breakage8. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDI-TIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60OC OR BELOW -20OC, ITMAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.Revision HistoryRevision History DateV 1.0 First Release December 2003
1Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideIntroductionMP11B2 (MS-6827) - Wireless 11b MiniPCI CardMP11B2 (MS-6827) Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card (hereaftercalled MP11B2), compliant with IEEE802.11b, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home,in office or in public places. The data transfer rate can beauto-negotiated to 1, 2, 5.5Mbps or up to 11Mbps, and iscompatible with any existing IEEE802.11b devices.With MP11B2, you can roam between conference roomand office without being disconnected the LAN cables; inaddition, sharing files and printers can be easy tasks.The MP11B2 is available to Microsoft Windows operatingsystems (Windows® XP/2000/ME/98SE) and can be inte-grated into networking with either Ad-hoc mode (compu-ter-to-computer, without an Access Point) or Infrastruc-ture mode (computer-to-access point, an Access Point isrequired).>>> 1.1
2Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideHow MP11B2 WorksAd-hoc ModeAn Ad-hoc network is a local area network or other smallnetwork, especially one with wireless or temporary plug-in connections, in which some of the network devices arepart of the network only for the duration of a communica-tions session. Users in the network can share files, printto a shared printer, and access the Internet with a sharedmodem. In this kind of network, new devices can be quicklyadded; however, users can only communicate with otherwireless LAN computers that are in this wireless LANworkgroup, and are within range.>>> 1.2MP11B2Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card
3Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideInfrastructure ModeThe difference between Infrastructure network and Ad-hocnetwork is that the former one includes an Access Point.In an Infrastructure network, the Access Point can managethe bandwidth to maximize bandwidth utilization.Additionally, the Access Point enables users on a wirelessLAN to access an existing wired network, allowing wirelessusers to take advantage of the wired networks resources,such as Internet, email, file transfer, and printer sharing.The scale and range of the Infrastructure network arelarger and wider than that of the Ad-hoc networking.MP11B2Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card
4Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideSpecifications>>> 1.3Hardware SpecificationsCompliant Standards - IEEE802.11bBus and Connector Types - 32-bit 3.3V Type IIIA - 124-pin Golden FingerSecurity Mechanism - Hardware-based WEP PrivacyOperational Environment - Operational Temperature: 0~55OC - Humidity: 10~90% (Non-Condensing)Weight and Dimension - Weight:12g - Dimension: 50.8 x 59.6 x 4.9mmRadio Frequency SpecificationsRaw Data Rates and Modulation Types - IEEE802.11b (Auto-Fallback)CCK: 11 and 5.5MbpsDQPSK: 2MbpsDBPSK: 1MbpsCommunication Protocol - DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) withACK - Half-DuplexAccess Method - Infrastructure Mode: Station-To-LAN Architecture - Ad-Hoc Mode: Station-To-Station Architecture
5Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideFrequency, Bandwidth, and Channels - 2.4~2.4835GHz Frequency Band - 11Channels - Maximum 3 Non-Overlapped Channels - 25MHz Bandwidth Per ChannelTransmitter Output Power - Output Power: 17±1dBmWireless Coverage - Indoor: Up to 100m - Outdoor: Up to 500mReceiving Sensitivity - ≤ -82dBm @ 11Mbps (DSSS/CCK)Software SpecificationsSecurity Mechanism - 64-/128-bit WEP Key - LEAP/PEAP Support (for Windows XP only)Authentication Mechanism - Open Authentication (Default) - Shared-Key AuthenticationOperating System - Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP
6Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideSystem RequirementsBefore installing the MP11B2, your PC should meet thefollowing:- Desktop/notebook PC with an available MiniPCI slot.- Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system.- Minimum 5M bytes free disk space for installing the driver and utilities.- CD-ROM drive, double speed or higher.Package ContentsUnpack the package and check all the items carefully. Ifany item contained is damaged or missing, please con-tact your local dealer as soon as possible. Also, keep thebox and packing materials in case you need to ship theunit in the future. The package should contain the follow-ing items:- One Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2.- One Quick Start Guide.- One software CD containing drivers, utilities, User’s Guide and Quick Start Guide.>>> 1.4>>> 1.5
7Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideProduct View>>> 1.6External antenna connectors (J1: Aux, J2: Main)Connect to external antennas for enhanced datatransmission and reception. The external antennas arewell designed on the desktop or notebook computers.NOTE: Please connect the J2(Main) connector if thereis only one antenna to connect.Golden FingerJ1 J2
8Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideHardware Installation >>> 2.1The following diagrams provide you with the basic instal-lation for the MP11B2, including how to install and removethe MiniPCI card. The instruction below is suitable formost computers with MiniPCI slot. For more informationabout the MiniPCI module, please refer to your compu-ter’s manual.Installing the MP11B2 1. Locate the Mini PCI slot on the mainboard.2. Place the MP11B2 over the MiniPCI slot (at anangle of 30 degrees). Then, gently insert it intothe slot until the golden finger of the cardgets fully inserted.3. Press down the card, and the retaining clips(on two sides of the slot) will lock onto thenotches of the card.30Foolproof notch
9Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s Guide >>> 2.2 Removing the MP11B2 1. Locate the MiniPCI slot with MP11B2 installed.2. Press the retaining clips outwards, and thecard should bound upwards slightly after beingreleased from the slot.3. Remove the card from the MiniPCI slot carefully.
10Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideSoftware InstallationThis chapter describes the procedures of installing thedriver and utility. Follow the instruction step by step tofinish the installation. If you use Windows® 98SE/ME,please prepare the Windows® Setup CD at hand beforeinstalling the driver; because the system will ask you toinsert the Setup CD to copy files during the installation.Please NOTE that the MP11B2 should be installed intoyour computer before installing the driver and utility. Then,the operating system will detect a new device and start toconfigure the new device. Click Cancel here to startinstallation from the InstallShield Wizard.ClickTip: The wireless LAN adaptershould be installed into yourPC before installing the driverand utility.Your Wireless LAN adapter typeInsert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive, and theSetup program should launch automatically.If the Autorun program doesn’t launch automatically, clickStart at the taskbar and select Run.... Type E:\setup.exe(where E is your CD-drive) in the Open box and click OK tolaunch the Setup program manually.The main screen of Setup program will appear as below.Click the Install Software button.Step 1.
11Wireless 11b MiniPCI Card MP11B2 User’s GuideClickThe welcome screen of InstallShield Wizard appears. ClickNext.Read and accept the License Agreement; then, click Next.In the following window, enter the user’s information (UserName, Organization) in the respective fields; then, clickNext.Step 2. Click Install and the program will copy the necessary filesto the system. The progress indicator shows the install-ing status.If you use Windows 98SE/ME, you may be asked to insert theWindows Setup CD during the installation. Please insert the SetupCD by the on-screen instruction to continue the installation.Step 3.Click Finish when the installation is completed. The MSIWireless LAN icon* will appear in the status area.Step 4.MSI Wireless LAN icon

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