Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-29A Panasonic Notebook PC w/ Intel WLAN & Sierra CDMA User Manual Operating Instructions

Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic Notebook PC w/ Intel WLAN & Sierra CDMA Operating Instructions

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Users Manual for WLAN Supplement

This manual contains supplementary instructions regarding the use of the computer. It explains the cases where the operation of the
computer differs from that in the Operating Instructions.
Your computer is equipped with Wireless LAN enabling you to communicate using radio frequencies.
Supplementary Instructions
for Wireless LAN
For U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
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 turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra-
dio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also, any
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
• This computer is provided with PC Card slots that could be
used with wireless transmitter(s), which will be specifically
recommended, when they become available. Other third-party
wireless transmitter(s) have not been RF exposure evaluated
for use with this computer and may not comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements.
• This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
• This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance
with provided instructions and minimum 1.5 cm spacing must
be provided between antenna and all person’s body (exclud-
ing extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes
of operation.
• This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, which
may be capable of simultaneous transmission.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)
Replace the “Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement” ( Operating Instructions “Read
Me First”) with the following.
Information to the User
This product and your Health
This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency elec-
tromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this product
however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted
by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
Because this product operates within the guidelines found in radio
frequency safety standards and recommendations, we believe this
product is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recom-
mendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and
result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who
continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of this product may be
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representa-
tives of the organization. These situations may for example include:
Using this product on board of airplanes, or
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless
devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports),
you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use this product
prior to turning on the product.
Regulatory Information
We are not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modification of this product. The correction of in-
terference caused by such unauthorized modification will be the re-
sponsibility of the user. We and its authorized resellers or distribu-
tors are not liable for damage or violation of government regulations
that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.
Specifications
Wireless LAN module
Data transfer rates
Standards supported
Transmission method
Wireless channels used
RF frequency band
IEEE802.11g : 54 Mbps/48 Mbps/36 Mbps/24 Mbps/18 Mbps/12 Mbps/9 Mbps/6 Mbps
(automatically switched)
IEEE802.11b : 11 Mbps/5.5 Mbps/2 Mbps/1 Mbps (automatically switched)
IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b
OFDM system, DSSS system
Channels 1 to 11
2.412 GHz ~ 2.462 GHz
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Wireless LAN
If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections.
CAUTION
zCommunication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna. Do not block the
antenna area with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio
signals.
NOTE
zThe communication speeds and distances differ depending on the devices that
support the wireless LAN, the installation environment and other ambient conditions.
zOne characteristic of radio waves is that their transmission rate tends to drop as the
communication distance increases. It is recommended that the devices supporting
the wireless LAN be used in close vicinity to each other.
zThe rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used.
Windows XP
zDo not use the Fast User Switching function.
Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other
locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation
of devices in the vicinity.
zIf you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn the wireless
LAN off using the following method:
1Double-click or on the taskbar.
2Select your wireless LAN adaptor and select [General].
3Select [Off] for [Switch radio].
4Select [OK].
The icon will turn to .
Precautions
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Wireless LAN
To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk
via a wireless LAN.
z If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after
making the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption.
We recommend turning the wireless LAN off when it is not used
or out of range.
zIf you leave the wireless LAN on, the battery's operating time is shortened.
To use the wireless LAN, set the profile using the following procedure.
The settings will vary for different network environments depending on the network system
being used. For more details, ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the
network.
CAUTION
zSet profiles for each user using the following procedure.
NOTE
Windows XP
zIf [Windows XP is currently configured to manage the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN
adaptor.] is displayed, select [Yes].
Windows 2000
zAfter setting the profile, delete the profile displayed at the time of purchase (profile
name: Default).
1Double-click on the taskbar.
2Select your wireless LAN adapter and select [General].
3Select [On] for [Switch radio].
The Settings
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Wireless LAN
4Select [Networks] and select [Add].
5Enter the profile name and network name (SSID), and then make
other necessary changes, then select [Next].
6Make necessary changes and select [Finish].
7Select [OK].
NOTE
zAbout WLAN Security Client
WLAN Security Client is an implementation of the client side of the IEEE 802.1X-Port
Based Network Access Control protocol.
• Since the WLAN Security Client has already started when is displayed on the
taskbar, do not double-start it. If is not displayed, start up the WLAN Security
Client in the following menu.
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [All Programs] - [Intel] - [WLAN Security Client Manager].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Intel] - [WLAN Security Client Manager].
• For more information about how to use the WLAN Security Client, refer to [Help] in
the menu bar or;
Windows XP
Select [Getting Started Guide] or [User's Guide] in [Start] - [All Programs] - [Intel].
Windows 2000
Select [Getting Started Guide] or [User's Guide] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Intel].
Select or on the taskbar to check the communication status.
For more information about how to use the Intel PROSet, refer to [Help] in the menu bar.
Check the Communication Status
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Wireless LAN
If the function fails to operate correctly
Read the operating instructions for the access point carefully and check the settings.
The access point fails to be displayed in [Available Networks]
zSelect the profile you are using, and select [Advanced] in [Networks]. [Connect to ad hoc
networks only] may have been selected in [Connection preference]. In this case, select
[Connect to infrastructure and ad hoc networks].
zThis computer uses channels 1 through 11*1. Check the channel being used.
*1 In the case of wireless communications, the frequency band being used can be divided into
segments, so that different communications can be conducted on each band segment. A "Channel"
refers to the individual frequency bandwidth divisions.
The access point cannot be accessed
zThe network key setting may not conform to the access point.
Check the network key setting of the access point and, if necessary, set it again correctly.
zDepending on the access point and settings, access may not be accepted unless the
computer's MAC address is registered beforehand. In this case, check the computer's
MAC address using the following procedure and register it according to the operating
instructions of the access point.
1Display [Command Prompt].
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt].
2Input [ipconfig /all], and press
Enter
.
3Make a note of the 12-digit string of alphanumerics displayed on "Physical
Address" line on Wireless LAN side. Then input [exit], and press
Enter
.
The IP address of the access point is wrong
zFollowing the operating instructions of the access point, set the IP address of the access
point again correctly.

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