Mitsumi Electric Co DWLA001 Wireless LAN Desktop Unit User Manual WVUM10E

Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd Wireless LAN Desktop Unit WVUM10E

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Wavit11 User’s Manual
Revision 1.01
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Revision History
December 6, 2001 Revision 1.0 Translated from Japanese edition (Rev. 1.0)
January 19, 2002 Revision 1.01 Regulatory Compliance Notice changed
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Contents
Revision History............................................................................................2
About This Guide..........................................................................................5
Regulatory Compliance Notices................................................................6
1. Preface....................................................................................................8
1. Preface....................................................................................................8
2. Accompanied Accessories........................................................................8
3. Features ..................................................................................................8
4. How to use Wavit11.................................................................................9
5. About Wireless LAN Network ...............................................................10
5.1. Ad-Hoc LAN .................................................................................. 11
5.2. IBSS LAN......................................................................................12
5.3. Infrastructure LAN..........................................................................13
5.4. Wireless Bridge...............................................................................14
6. Installation method of Wavit11 Configuration Utility ..............................15
6.1. Microsoft Windows Version ............................................................16
6.2. Confirm an Ethernet port.................................................................17
6.3. Confirm the TCP/IP protocol...........................................................19
6.4. Confirm an IP Address....................................................................25
6.5. Installation of the Wavit11Configuration Utility ...............................28
7. Wavit11 Set Up .....................................................................................33
7.1. How to Start the Wavit11Configuration Utility .................................34
7.2. How to setup the Ad-Hoc mode.......................................................38
7.3. How to Setup the 802.11 Ad-Hoc mode...........................................41
7.4. How to Setup the Infrastructure mode..............................................44
7.5. How to Setup the Both mode...........................................................47
7.6. How to Setup the AP mode..............................................................51
7.7. How to Setup the Wireless Bridge Mode..........................................55
7.8. How to Change the Wavit11 IP address............................................59
7.9. How to Change the Control Password ..............................................61
7.10. Wavit11 Initialization ....................................................................63
8. Encryption Setting.................................................................................65
8.1. Encryption setting ...........................................................................65
8.2. Original Encryption ........................................................................68
8.2. 40bit WEP Encryption.....................................................................71
8.3. 128bit WEP Encryption...................................................................74
8.4. Encryption Disable..........................................................................77
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9. Wavit11Setting up .................................................................................79
9.1. Connection to personal computer.....................................................80
9.2. Connection to Printer ......................................................................81
9.3. Connection to Network Equipment..................................................82
10. Items that can be set with Configuration Utility ....................................83
10.1. Operational Mode .........................................................................84
10.2. SS ID............................................................................................85
10.3. Channel........................................................................................86
10.4. Data Rate......................................................................................87
10.5. Roaming.......................................................................................88
10.6. Hidden Node Compensation..........................................................89
10.7. Details ..........................................................................................90
10.8. RTS Threshold ..............................................................................91
10.9. Fragmentation Threshold ...............................................................92
10.10. Short Retry Limit ........................................................................93
10.11. Long Retry Limit.........................................................................94
10.12. Beacon Interval...........................................................................95
10.13. SSID transmission.......................................................................96
10.14. Authentication Algorithm ............................................................97
10.15. Basic Rate Set.............................................................................98
10.16. Encryption mode.........................................................................99
10.17. Encryption Key ......................................................................... 100
10.18. Default Key .............................................................................. 101
10.19. Destination Address................................................................... 102
11. Interoperability with third vendor wireless LAN ................................. 103
11.1. Confirmed wireless LAN card ..................................................... 103
11.2. Confirmed Access Point .............................................................. 104
11.3. Setting ........................................................................................ 105
12. Troubleshooting................................................................................. 106
13. Specifications.................................................................................... 108
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About This Guide
Absolutely do not do the operation when the instruction is given
with this mark.
Please pay attention in the case you do the operation indicated with
this mark.
The relevant usage is explained. Please refer, as occasion demands.
This is for an explanation such as terminology.
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Regulatory Compliance Notices
CAUTION (United States only)
Canadian Notice
FCC Radio-Frequency Exposure Statement
This equipment generates and radiates radio-
frequency energy. In order to
comply with FCC radio-
frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an
uncontrolled environment, this equipment has to be installed and operated
while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
caus
e interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Modifications
Change or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Class B Equipment
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC R
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instruc
tions, 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 de
termined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more
of the following measures:
l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
l Connect t
he equipment into an outlet on a circuit deferent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Wavit is a registered trademark of Mitsumi Electric Co., Ltd.
Wi-Fi
TM is a registered trademark of Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.
RC4 is a registered trademark of RSA Security Inc. in United State and other
country.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
All company names and product names are trademark of their respective
companies.
Mitsumi are not responsible for any damage or loss caused by the Wavit11
Wireless LAN.
Mitsumi hold the copyright on this User’s Manual. Anyone cannot copy or
reproduce this User’s manual unless Mitsumi grant agreement in writing form.
If this product is used near the television set or radio receiver, the
TV di
splay may be sometimes disturbed or the noise may be heard
in audio output. In such a situation, it will be necessary to install
this product far from TV and radio set.
This product may affect the medical apparatus, so you
cannot
install this product inside a hospital.
If you install this product near the microwave oven,
communication performances may deg
rade due to the radio wave
emitted from microwave oven. Install this product far from
microwave oven or prevent from the simultaneous usage.
Acc
ompanied AC adapter is designed for 117volts AC use only.
The use of AC other than 117volts is dangerous and not permitted.
The use of other AC adapters is prohibited. If other AC adapters
were used, the product would heat or it may lead to a fire.
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1. Preface
Thank you for purchasing the Wavit11. This user’s manual includes various
notices to allow you to use the Wavit11 safely and properly. Keep this anytime
and read carefully. In this way, you can always refer to this.
2. Accompanied Accessories
The following accessories are accompanied to Wavit11.
If you could not check all accessories, contact with the distributor.
Accessories
Item Quantity Note
Wavit11 Wireless LAN 1
AC Adapter 1
Ethernet Cable 1 Straight Cable (1m)
Wall Mount Attachment 1
User’s Manual 1 This document
Wavit11 Configuration Utility 1 3.5 inch Floppy disk
3. Features
The Wavit11 is standalone wireless LAN with 10BASE-T interface. When
using Wavit11, you can install wireless network not only to personal computers
but also to printer and other network equipment that have 10BASE-T ports. The
Wavit11 is connected to network devices with 10BASE-T cable, so you do not
need to install device drivers to set up Wavit11.
The Wavit11 operates as Access Point that supports up to 16 Wavit11. Also, it
operates as Wireless Bridge. Wireless Bridge connects two networks that are
physically separated by two Wavit11s.
Access Point
If you install the comb
ination network of wired LAN and wireless
LAN, you will need intermediary device in order to connect the
wired and wireless networks. Such equipment is called Access
Point.
Wavit11
Wireless LAN
AC Adapter Ethernet
Cable
Wall Mount
Attachment
Users
Manual
Wavit11
Configuration
Utility
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4. How to use Wavit11
1. Select a kind of wireless LAN network according to the
omtended use
of Wavit11.
2. Install Wavit11 Configuration Utility to the personal computer.
3. Set up the Wavit11 by using Wavit11 Configuration Utility.
4. In the case that an encryption is used, set up the encryption mode.
5. Set up Wavit11.
“About Wireless LAN Network” page10
“Installation method of Wavit11 Configuration Utility” page15
“Wavit11 Set Up” page33
“Encryption Setting” page65
“Wavit11Setting up” page79
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5. About Wireless LAN Network
There are 4 types of wireless LAN network that using Wavit11.
Make a selection according to the usage of the wireless LAN network.
Wireless LAN Type
Function
Ad-Hoc LAN The network consists of only wireless clients.
IBSS LAN The network consists of only wireless clients.
Infrastructure LAN The network combined both wired and wireless clients.
Wireless Bridge The network connects two networks wirelessly.
“Ad-Hoc LAN” page11
“IBSS LAN” page12
“Infrastructure LAN” page13
“Wireless Bridge” page14
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5.1. Ad-Hoc LAN
The Ad-Hoc LAN is a network consisting of only wireless LAN. It is the
network that does not connect to the Ethernet backbone and external network
such as Internet. There is not a restriction on the number of wireless LAN units
in the Ad-Hoc LAN.
Set the communication mode of Wavit11 to “Ad-Hoc” mode.
Ad-Hoc Mode
Ad-Hoc ModeAd-Hoc Mode
Ad-Hoc LAN
The communication between all Wavit11 will be possible
if
the channel and encryption setting agree in the Ad-Hoc LAN
.
Paying attention on the security is necessary for the setting up.
“How to setup the Ad-Hoc mode” Page38
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5.2. IBSS LAN
The IBSS LAN is a network of only wireless LAN. It is the network that does
not communicate to the Ethernet backbone and external network such as Internet.
There is not a restriction on the number of wireless LAN units in the IBSS LAN.
Set the communication mode of Wavit11 to “802.11 Ad-Hoc” mode.
IBSS Mode
IBSS ModeIBSS Mode
IBSS LAN
Communication between Wavit11 is possible as long as their
SS ID agree in contrast to Ad-
Hoc LAN, although intended use
of IBSS LAN is similar to that of Ad-Hoc LAN.
“How to Setup the 802.11 Ad-Hoc mode” page41
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5.3. Infrastructure LAN
Communication is established via an Access Point in the infrastructure LAN,
therefore direct communication with other Wavit11s is not possible. This is the
network that is used in such an occasion where Ethernet is being connected to
Access Point and Internet access is carried out through Ethernet.
Set the communication mode of one Wavit11 to “AP” mode and set the other
Wavit11 communication mode to “Infrastructure” mode.
AP Mode
Infrastructure
Mode
Infrastructure
Mode
Infrastructure LAN
Router
Hub Internet
Hub
One Wavit11 can support up to 16 units of Wavit11 in AP mode.
“How to Setup the Infrastructure mode” page44
“How to Setup the AP mode” page51
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5.4. Wireless Bridge
The Wireless Bridge connects two wired network using two Wavit11. The
maximum number of network equipment that can be connected to wired LAN is
16.
Set the communication mode of Wavit11 to “Wireless Bridge” mode.
Wireless
Bridge Mode
Router
Wireless
Bridge Mode
Hub
Internet
Hub
Wireless Bridge
If more than 16 network equipment are
connected, there will
be cases where some network equipment cannot
access to the
other side network equipment.
“How to Setup the Wireless Bridge Mode” page55
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6. Installation method of Wavit11 Configuration Utility
1. Confirm the operating system of personal computer and its version.
2. Confirm the existence of Ethernet port in your personal computer.
3. Confirm if the TCP/IP protocol is installed and set up appropriately
in
your personal computer.
4. In the case "Obtain an IP address automatically” is set
in a TCP/IP of
your personal computer IP address will be confirmed.
5. Install Wavit11 Configuration Utility to your personal computer.
“Microsoft Windows Version” page16
“Confirm an Ethernet port” page17
“Confirm the TCP/IP protocol” page19
Wavit11 Configuration Utility does not operate on the
operating system other than Microsoft Windows, such as
MAC
operating system and Lynux.
At least one personal computer in
which Microsoft Windows operating system runs is necessary
to
set up Wavit11 using Wavit11 Configuration Utility.
“Installation of the Wavit11Configuration Utility” page28
“Confirm an IP Address” page25
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6.1. Microsoft Windows Version
Wavit11 Configuration Utility runs on Microsoft Windows of the following
version.
OS Status Notes
Windows95 Install 4.01 or above Internet Explorer
Windows95 OSR2
Install 4.01 or above Internet Explorer
Windows95
OSR2.5 Install 4.01 or above Internet Explorer
Windows98 OK
Windows98 SE OK
Windows Me OK
Windows NT 4.0
WorkStation Install 4.01 or above Internet Explorer
Windows NT SP3 is required to install Internet
Explorer 4.01.
Windows 2000 OK
Windows XP OK
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6.2. Confirm an Ethernet port
Wavit11 Configuration Utility should be installed to the personal computer
with Ethernet port. Also, the device driver needs to be set up appropriately.
Confirm in accordance with the following procedure.
[STEP1] Select “Start”->”Setting”->”Control Panel”.
[STEP2] Click “Network” icon in the control panel.
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[STEP3] Check to see that an Ethernet adapter is installed in “Configuration”
page.
[STEP4] Click the “Cancel” button.
If there is no Ethernet adapter in the “Configuration”
page,
install Ethernet adapter according to the user’
s manual of your
personal computer or the user’
s manual of Ethernet adapter you
use.
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6.3. Confirm the TCP/IP protocol
The TCP/IP protocol should be installed to the personal computer with
Wavit11 Configuration Utility. It is necessary that Wavit11 Configuration Utility
is set up appropriately. Confirm the TCP/IP protocol in accordance with the
following procedure.
[STEP1] Select “Start”->”Setting”->”Control Panel”
[STEP2] Click “Network” icon in the “Control Panel”.
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[STEP3] Check to see that the relevant TCP/IP protocol is installed that
corresponds to the Ethernet adapter used in the “Configuration” page. Select
TCP/IP protocol corresponding to the Ethernet adapter and click the
“Properties” button.
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[STEP4] Confirm your selection in the “IP address” page. Which one is selected,
either “Obtain an IP address automatically” or “Specify an IP address”?
Consult your network administrator, in the case that you do not
know whether you should select “
Obtain an IP address
automatically” or “Specify an IP address”.
In the case that "Specify an IP address” is selected
proceed to
"STEP10".
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[STEP5] Click “Cancel” button.
[STEP6] Click “Cancel” button.
Proceed to “Confirm an IP Address” page25
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[STEP10] In the case that “Specify an IP address” is selected in the “IP Address”
page, check that the “IP Address” and “Subnet Mask” are set.
Consult your network administrator, in the case that an
"IP
Address" and "Subnet Mask" are not set.
Return to “STEP5” in the case that “
Obtain an IP address
automatically” is selected.
Take notes of the "IP Address" and "Subnet Mask" that
are
confirmed here.
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[STEP11] Click the “Cancel” button.
[STEP12] Click the “Cancel” button.
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6.4. Confirm an IP Address
[STEP1] Click “Start”->”Run”
[STEP2] Input “winipcfg” to “Open” and click “OK” button.
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[STEP3] Select Ethernet adapter at “Adapter Address” in “IP Configuration”
window.
[STEP4] Confirm the “IP Address” and “Subnet Mask”.
Install an Ethernet adapter, in accordance to the user’s
manual of
the personal computer and Ethernet adapter you use
, in the case
that no "Ethernet adapter" is discovered.
Take notes of the “IP Address” and “Subnet Mask”
you
confirmed here.
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[STEP5] Click “OK” button.
In “IP Address” and “Subnet Mask” are both “0.0.0.0”
, it will
mean that the IP address
acquisition is not accomplished
successfully. Click “Renew All” button to obtain an IP Address.
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6.5. Installation of the Wavit11Configuration Utility
[STEP1] Insert Wavit11Configuration Utility disk to drive A.
[STEP2] Click “My Computer” icon.
[STEP3] Click “3.5 ½ floppy (A:)” icon.
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[STEP4] Click “Setup” icon.
The “Install Shield Wizard” window appears.
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[STEP5] Click the “Next>” button in “Install Shield Wizard” window.
[STEP6] Select “Destination Folder”. Click “Next>” button to install the
Configuration Utility to the default folder. Click the “Browse” button in the case
that you want to install to a different folder.
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[STEP7] Select Program Folder. Click “Next>” button if you agree the default
folder. If you prefer to install it to another folder, select from the “Existing
Folders” and click “Next” button.
The “Setup Status” appears.
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[STEP8] Install Shield Wizard Complete appears. Click the “Finish” button.

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