Pro Nets Technology PC54GM 802.11g WIRELESS PCI ADAPTER User Manual USERS MANUAL
Pro-Nets Technology Corporation 802.11g WIRELESS PCI ADAPTER USERS MANUAL
USERS MANUAL
802.11g Wireless
PCI Adapter
User’s Guide
Regulatory notes and statements
Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use
Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices.
The energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the
electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile
phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use frequency safety standards and
recommendations. The use of Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some
situations or environments for example:
·On board of airplanes, or
·In an explosive environment, or
·In case the interference risk to other devices or services is perceived or identified
as harmful
In case the policy regarding the use of Wireless LAN devices in specific
organizations or environments (e.g. airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial
plants, private buildings etc.) is not clear, please ask for authorization to use these
devices prior to operating the equipment.
Regulatory Information/disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with
the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any
changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The
Manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of this device, of the substitution or attachment.
Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for
any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply
with these guidelines.
USA-FCC (Federal Communications Commission) statement
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation 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.
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement
This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65
and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091,
2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices.
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The radiated output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio
frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner
that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
When nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance, in order to
comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the
distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm.
FCC Interference Statement
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. 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 turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Export restrictions
This product or software contains encryption code that may not be exported or
transferred from the US of Canada without an approved US Department of
Commerce export license.
Safety Information
Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends
out radio frequency (RF) signal.
CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between
the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC
regulations.
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The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a
Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are
considered relevant and sufficient.
Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article
3.1b
Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-
17 and EN 55024 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.
Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2
Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. These
are considered relevant and sufficient.
CE in which Countries where the product may be used freely:
Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Portugal, Greece, Ireland,
Denmark, Luxembourg, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland.
France: except the channel 10 through 13, law prohibits the use of other channels.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction ............................................................................................... 1
Overview of this User’s Guide ................................................................. 1
Unpacking and Setup ................................................................................ 2
Unpacking ................................................................................................ 2
Setup ......................................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation ............................................................................... 3
LED Indicator........................................................................................... 3
Check the installation............................................................................... 3
Software Installation ................................................................................. 4
Windows 98se/ME/2000/XP Utility and Driver Installation.................... 4
Wireless Utility Setting............................................................................. 6
Technical Specifications.......................................................................... 16
Appendix A............................................................................................... 17
Regulatory Domains............................................................................... 17
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of this IEEE 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter.
This manual helps to get familiar with the Wireless PCI Adapter. This manual
contains detailed instructions in operation of this product. Please keep this manual
for future reference.
With a Wireless (IEEE 802.11g) PCI Adapter, a computer or a station can
communicate with another computer in a wireless way. Easy-to-use utilities are
bundled with Wireless PCI Adapter for configuration, monitoring, and diagnosis
purposes.
Wireless PCI Adapter can wirelessly transmit and receive data, minimizing the
need for wired connections, at a speed of up to eleven megabit per second. With
Wireless PCI Adapter, you can locate your PC or station wherever you want
without wires and cables.
Wireless PCI Adapter provides users with an access to real-time information
anywhere in their organization. The mobility provides productivity and service,
which are not available under wired networks. The Wireless PCI Adapter
configuration is easy to change from peer-to-peer networks, suitable for a small
number of users, to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allow
roaming around a broad area.
Overview of this User’s Guide
Introduction. Describes the Wireless PCI Adapter.
Unpacking and Setup. Helps you get started with the basic installation of the
Wireless PCI Adapter.
Hardware Installation. Describes the LED indicators of the Adapter.
Software Installation. Tells how to setup the driver and the utility setting.
Technical Specifications. Lists the technical (general, physical and environmental)
specifications of the Wireless PCI Adapter.
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UNPACKING AND SETUP
This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the Wireless PCI
Adapter.
Unpacking
Open the box of the Wireless PCI Adapter and carefully unpack it. The box should
contain the following items:
One 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter
One Driver & Utility CD-ROM
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for
replacement.
Setup
The setup of the Wireless PCI Adapter can be performed using the following steps:
Visually inspect the PCI Adapter and make sure that it is fully plugged in to the
PC’s PCI slot.
Make sure that there is a well environment that there is no much intrusion to
have a better connection.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
LED Indicator
LNK (Link)
The LNK indicator indicates green when the Wireless PCI Adapter is connected to
a network successfully. Otherwise the LNK indicator blinks green continuously
whiles the Wireless PCI Adapter is scanning the wireless devices or transmitting
data.
Check the installation
1. Shut down the computer, unplugs its power cord, and remove the chassis cover.
2. Insert the contact edge of the Wireless PCI Adapter into the connector of any
available PCI Bus Master Expansion slot. Press the card firmly into the connector
such that the card’s contacts are fully seated in the PCI slot connector.
3. Install the bracket screw and secure the card to the computer chassis.
4. Cover the computer’s chassis.
5. Switch computer power on. The computer will automatically activate the newly
installed driver and utility the Wireless PCI Adapter.
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
This section will lead you to install the driver and utility of the Wireless PCI
Adapter.
Windows 98se/ME/2000/XP Utility and Driver Installation
1. Insert the Wireless PCI Adapter Driver & Utility CD-ROM into computer’s
CD-ROM Drive and it will automatically run a setup menu and install the driver
and the utility. In some specific setting on Windows system, you may need to
proceed the software manually, go to your Windows Start menu and choose
Run, type “D:\Utility\Setup.exe” in the dialog box (D:\ will depend on where
your CD-ROM drive is located) and click OK.
2. If you need to install the driver manually, refer each Windows OS to the
following CD-Rom directory path: D:\Driver\<Windows OS>\WLG1101.inf.
Note: (D:\ will depends on where the CD-ROM drive is located and
<Windows OS> will depend on the Windows OS you are using).
3. The Install Shield Wizard screen will appear. Click “Next” to continue.
4. The installation program will help you to setup the Wireless PCI utility.
Be noted that the Windows XP have its own Wireless Utility; you can either
use the utility of Windows XP or the provided utility.
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5. After finish the installation, plugged in the Wireless PCI Adapter, you will see
Wireless Configuration Utility Country Selector, select the country where you
are using this Wireless device, users are responsible for ensuring that the
channel set configuration is in compliance with the regulatory standards of
these countries.
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Warning: Be noted that selecting the incorrect region may result in a
violation of applicable law; you will need to select the correct domain.
6. When the Wireless PCI Adapter was installed, you will see the icon on the
Windows task bar.
When the icon in the toolbar represents in green color, it is properly connected
to the network and if it represents in red color, then it is not connected to the
network.
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Wireless Utility Setting
With the Wireless PCI Adapter utility, users can configure all the functions
provided by the Wireless Monitor Utility. Double-click the utility icon that appears
in the taskbar.
The Wireless Monitor Utility includes seven tabs: Status, Configuration, Advanced,
Profile, Network, Statistics and About.
Status
The Status screen shows you the status of the PCI Adapter, it shows that where the
device is connected to, the Network mode, the Channel, the transmit rate and the
encryption mode.
There is another dialog box showing the data transmitted and data received. The
two signal lines show the Signal Strength and the Link Quality of the device.
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Configuration
The Configuration function helps you to configure the Network and the Security.
Network: the setting of the Network mode, the SSID and the Channels.
Network Mode:
If you want to connect with an Access Point, please set to “Infrastructure” mode. If
you have more stations and just want to set them as local network, please set the
mode to “Ad-Hoc” mode.
Network SSID:
The SSID differentiates one Wireless LAN group name from another; so all access
points and all devices attempting to connect to a specific Wireless LAN group
name must use the same SSID. A device will not be permitted to join the BSS
unless it can provide the unique SSID.
If the SSID parameter is “ANY”, it will detect the strongest signal of the wireless
station.
Channel:
It shows radio channel numbers that used for Wireless LAN networking.
The channel number can be set only under the Ad-Hoc operation mode. In Ad-Hoc
mode stations, each station must have the same channel numbers and SSID.
In Infrastructure mode, the Wireless PCI Adapter will automatically detect the
channel number of the Access Point.
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Security: the setting of the Network Encryption.
This function is used to protect wireless communication from eavesdropping. A
secondary function of encryption is to prevent unauthorized access to a wireless
network, and it can be achieved by using the Encryption function.
Encryption Mode:
There are two kinds of encryption mode, WEP encryption and WPA-PSK.
Click the Enable Encryption to activate the security of the PCI Adapter.
WEP-Key: WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) relies on a secret key that is
shared between a mobile station and a base station (Access Point).
WEP-Passphrase: the Passphrase in the dialog box helps you to create a
group of WEP key in the Key Setting.
Authentication Mode:
Open System: with the same WEP key between the stations, the stations
don’t need to be authenticated, and this algorithm was set to default.
Shared Key: with the same WEP key between the stations in this
Authentication algorithm, this type will use packets with encryption by
transferring a challenge text which will be acknowledge by both side of the
stations. In order to choose which authentication algorithm will be used, you
must know which one the station supports this algorithm first.
It is recommended to select “Auto” if you are not familiar with the setting.
Default Key (Key 1 ~ Key 4):
You can type the key that you want to use from Key#1 to Key #4, and the key that
you type will be the encryption between the stations that you connected with.
Key Length, Key Format and WEP Key:
If you select 64bit in Hex format, you must type 10 values in the following range
(0~F, hexadecimal), or 64bit in ASCII format, you must type 5 values in the
following range (0~9, A~Z and a~z Alphanumeric).
If you select 128bit in Hex format, you must type 26 values (0~F, hexadecimal), or
128bit in ASCII format, you must type 13 values in the following range (0~9, A~Z
and a~z Alphanumeric).
Be sure that the PCI Adapter and the wireless station were set in the same key.
Note: After all the settings are completed, click Apply to save the setting.
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WPA-PSK: WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access pre-shared key) is a simpler
version that does not support 802.1x and requires a separate RADIUS server for
mutual authentication.
Enter a Passphrase in the WPA-PSK dialog box. This passphrase must be the same
on each computer that is connected to the wireless network.
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Advanced
The Advanced settings help you to control the PCI Adapter to adjust with wireless
devices in certain environment.
Wireless Mode:
You can choose one of the wireless mode; IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b and Auto.
IEEE 802.11g: select this mode to use IEEE 802.11g wireless mode.
IEEE 802.11b: select this mode to use IEEE 802.11b wireless mode.
Auto: select this mode to choose either the IEEE 802.11g or the IEEE 802.11b
wireless mode automatically.
Power Saving:
To set your Wireless PCI Adapter as power saving mode, select “Off”, “Normal” or
“Maximum”.
Transmit Power:
By selecting the Transmit Power, you can select the Radio Frequency output power
from Minimum, 12.5%, 25%, 50%, 100% or Auto.
Preamble Type:
The usage of the preamble is to limit the packet size of the data to transmit. It is
recommended to choose the short preamble when the link quality is bad, it is to
prevent the wasting time of resending a long packet that is lost. The Default is Auto
which access short and long preamble.
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Country Domain:
This is the channel selection of each country regulatory domain, select the country
where you are using this wireless device, users are responsible for ensuring that the
channel set configuration is in compliance with the regulatory standards of these
countries.
Fragment Threshold:
Fragmentation Threshold is a way of transmitting the packets that will be
fragmented. Choose a setting within a range of 256 to 2432. It is recommended to
fragment the packet when the link quality is bad, it is to prevent the wasting time of
resending a long packet that is lost.
RTS/CTS Threshold:
The RTS/CTS Threshold is a station initiates the process by sending a RTS frame,
the other ends receives the RTS and responds with a CTS frame, the station must
receive a CTS frame before sending the data frame. This is to prevent the collisions
by each station. Choose a setting within a range of 256 to 2432. It is recommended
limiting a long packet to prevent each station waiting too long to transmit a data.
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Profile
The Profile section allows you to set values for all parameters by selecting a
previously defined profile. Type a name in the Profile Name field to create a profile,
click “Save” and click “Apply” when a profile is done. You can click Delete if the
profile is no longer used, to activate other profile, choose a profile name in the
Profile Name field and click Activate.
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Network
The screen shows all the Wireless devices around your Wireless PCI Adapter. The
information of the wireless devices includes the SSID, MAC Address, Channels,
Signal, the Security type and the Network mode.
You can click the Rescan button to find the new wireless devices, and double-click
the device to choose the wireless station that you want to connect with.
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Statistic
The Statistic section shows the real-time transmit and receive packets of the PCI
Adapter.
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About
The About section shows the Device Name, Regulatory Domain, Driver Version,
Firmware Version, MAC Address and the Utility version.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
General
Radio Technology IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
(DSSS)
IEEE 802.11g Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing (OFDM)
Interface 32-bit PCI 2.1, 2.2. Bus Master
Data Transfer Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps (auto
sense)
Receiver Sensitivity 54Mbps: Typical -73dBm @ 10% PER (Packet Error
Rate)
11Mbps: Typical -85dBm @ 8% PER (Packet Error
Rate)
Transmit Rate 802.11g: 12dBm typically
802.11b: 15dBm typically
Frequency Range 2412 ~ 2484 MHz ISM band (channels 1 ~ 14)
Modulation Schemes DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK/OFDM
Channels 1~11 channels (FCC), 1~13 channels (ETSI), 1~14
channels (MKK-Japan)
Media Access Protocol CSMA/CA with ACK
Security 64/128-bits WEP Encryption, WPA
Diagnostic LED LNK (Link status)
Antenna 2 dBi Dipole Antenna
Physical and Environmental
Driver Support Windows 98se, Windows 2000, Windows ME,
Windows XP
Continuous Current
Consumption
240mA typ. for receive mode, 530mA typ. for transmit
mode
Temperature Operating: 0° ~ 40° C, Storage: -10° ~ 70° C
Humidity 10% ~ 95% RH, no condensation
Dimensions 133 x 121 x 21.6 mm (without antenna)
Certifications FCC Part 15.247 for US, ETS 300 328 for Europe,
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APPENDIX A
This appendix lists the IEEE 802.11g channels supported by the world’s regulatory
domains.
Regulatory Domains
Regulatory Domains Channel
Identifier
802.11b
Frequency FCC (North
America)
ETSI
(Europe)
France Israel MKK
(Japan)
1 2412 X X X
2 2417 X X X
3 2422 X X X X
4 2427 X X X X
5 2432 X X X X
6 2437 X X X X
7 2442 X X X X
8 2447 X X X X
9 2452 X X X X
10 2457 X X X X
11 2462 X X X X
12 2467 X X X
13 2472 X X X
14 2484 X
For some European Country, it may have its own domain; users are responsible for
ensuring that the channel set configuration is in compliance with the regulatory
standards of these countries.
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