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Per User Key – Defines the unique encryption key for network configuration security. The
Per User key is used with many authentication mechanism and encryption.
Shared Keys – Determines a set of shared encryption keys (First, Second, Third, Fourth) used
for wireless encryption and security. At least one Shared Key field must be populated to enable
security using a shared key. If more then one key is defined then click the appropriate radio
button to select a key as the default encryption key.
Key Length – The options for Key Length are
u 64 bit encryption (10 digits in HEX mode)
u 128 bit encryption (26 digits in HEX mode)
u 152 bit encryption (32 digits in HEX mode)
The number of characters that may be entered in the encryption key field will be automatically
determined by the Key length setting.
Setting WPA PassPhrase Encryption
WPA is a new standard-based wireless security solution developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance. WPA
also supports the WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) security standard. Microsoft provides a
security patch called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” on its website
for free download and it works only with Windows XP. The WPA encryption is supported on
WindowsR XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition.
There are two types of WPA security:
l WPA-PSK (with no server) – it uses the so-called “pre-shared key” as the security key. A
pre-shared key is basically a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be
any combination of letters, numbers, and other characters. This is the typical mode that is
used in a home environment.
l WPA (with server) – it is a system where a RADIUS server distributes the keys to the clients
automatically. It is typically used in a business environment.
To enable WPA with a passphrase (WPA-PSK), select Pre-Shared Keys from the Security
Options list and place a check mark in the WPA box.
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Figure 4-12 Defined Pre-Shared Keys Icon with WPA Selected
The Define WPA PSK window appears as shown in Figure 4-13. Enter your passphrase text
strings to complete the configuration process.
Figure 4-13 Defined WPA PassPhrase
Setting Dynamic Security Authentication
The Dynamic Security setting prevents unauthorized network access; a network RADIUS server
must authenticate each user before he/she gains access to the network.
To configure the Dynamic Security settings for a particular profile, select Dynamic Security and
select TLS mode (Figure 4-14), PEAP mode (Figure 4-16), or LEAP mode (Figure 4-19) on the
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drop-down menu. The LEAP mode on the drop-down menu can only be seen when the WPA
checkbox is not selected, because the WPA does not apply to the LEAP function. When
selected, click the Configure button to configure the settings described below.
Figure 4-14 Dynamic Security with TLS Authentication
Define Certificate
The Define Certificate dialog appears after you click the Configure button. The field name
“Select a Certificate” that can only be seen under the TLS mode is designed to authenticate the
user to the RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In Service) server from the drop-down menu.
Figure 4-15 Define Certificate for TLS Mode
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♦ Use Any Certificate Authority – Click this radio button to use any Certificate Authority
for authentication.
♦ Choose a Certificate Authority – Click this radio button and choose the desired
Certificate Authority for authentication from the drop-down menu.
♦ Server/Domain Name – Enter either the RADIUS server name or domain name for your
RADIUS server.
♦ Login Name – Enter the RADIUS server login name.
Select “PEAP” from the drop-down menu under the Dynamic Security mode to configure the
WPA authentication for PEAP as shown in Figure 4-16 and Figure 4-17.
Figure 4-16 Dynamic Security with PEAP Authentication
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Figure 4-17 Define Certificate for PEAP Mode
The “Define User Information” is for PEAP and LEAP mode only. Click the Define User
Information button and fill in the Define User Information dialog as shown in Figure 4-18.
Figure 4-18 Define User Information for PEAP Mode
Select “LEAP” from the drop-down menu to set the Dynamic Security method to LEAP as
shown in Figure 4-19 and Figure 4-20.
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Figure 4-19 Dynamic Security with LEAP Authentication
Figure 4-20 Define User Information for LEAP Mode
4-3-2-1 Setting up WPA in Windows XP
Follow the instructions below to set up WPA in “ Windows wireless network utility”.
1. Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections”.
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2. Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection”, and select “Properties”.
3. Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen. Make sure the “Use
Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box is checked.
4. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following
screen.
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5. Select “WPA” under “Network Authentication”.
6. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”. This setting has to be identical to the Access
Point that you set up.
7. For Home or Small Business User, enter your encryption key in the “Network Key” box. It can
be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. You must use the very
same key on all the clients that you set up. If you are using this computer to connect to a
corporate network that includes a RADIUS server, consult your network administrator for
further information.
8. Click “OK” to apply settings.
The following is an example of setting WPA under the TLS mode of Dynamic Security for business
users.
1. Select the “Authentication” tab. Select “Smart Card or other Certificate” under “EAP type” and
you will see the following screen.
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2 Click “Properties” and “OK” to go to the following screen. You can check the proper boxes that
match your specific environment.
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4-3-2-2 Load a Certification to Your Computer
Contact your network administrator for assistance if you do not have a certificate installed on
your computer or do not know which one to use. Here is an example of loading a certification to
your computer under the Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Certificate Service.
1. Go to the “Welcome” page and select “Request a certificate”.
2. When the “Request a Certificate” screen appears, click on the “User Certificate” to continue.
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3. Select a Cryptographic Service Provider that matches the settings in your computer.
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4. Wait for the Microsoft Certificate Services to issue the certificate to you.
5. Certificate installed successfully.
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4-3-3 Advanced Settings in Profile Management
The Advanced tab provide more complex wireless settings and these settings should only be
modified if there is a specific requirement on your wireless network.
1. Power Save Mode - allows the user to minimize power utilized by the ORiNOCO Wireless
Client. Note: Setting Power Save Mode to enabled (Normal or Maximum) may cause the
user to experience an extended connection delay of up to one minute.
2. Network Type - allows the user to configure the ORiNOCO Wireless Client as either a
Peer-to-Peer Group (Ad-hoc) or Access Point type network
3. 802.11b Preamble - configures the preamble for 802.11b radio packets so that they match up
with the specified wireless network.
4. Transmit Power Level - allows the user to modify the power output of the radio.
User may set the transmit power to the following levels. Maximum power setting will vary
according to individual country regulations.
l 100%
l 50%
l 25%
l 12.5%
l Lowest
Setting this to any other value except 100% will decrease the range
of your ORiNOCO Wireless Client. However, operation at the higher
power levels increases power consumption and the likelihood of
interference between wireless LANs.
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Figure 4-21 Advanced Setting Provides Complex Wireless Setting
Wireless Mode Setting
The Wireless Mode settings allow the user to specify which wireless frequency and data rate the
wireless network is operating at. If all selections are chosen, the ORiNOCO Wireless Client will
automatically search for all frequencies and data rates for wireless networks that match up to the
profile settings.
Wireless Mode when starting Ad-Hoc setting
The Wireless Mode When Starting Ad-Hoc Network setting allows the user to determine the
type of ad-hoc network to be started. Note that this setting will only take effect if there are no
other ad-hoc networks with the same SSID currently operating within range. If an existing ad-hoc
networks with the same SSID is within range, then the ORiNOCO Wireless Client will connect
using the frequency and data rate provided by the existing ad-hoc network. Wireless Clients sold
in Europe do not support Ad-hoc mode in 802.11a (5 GHz 54 Mbps) or 2X Turbo (5 GHz 108
Mbps) mode.
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4-4 Diagnostic Tab
The Diagnostics tab displays the current data statistics for transmit and receive packets.
Additional statistics and driver information can be displayed by clicking the appropriate labeled
buttons.
Figure 4-22 Transmit and Receive Statistics
Figure 4-23 Driver Information
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Figure 4-24 Wireless Advanced Statistics Shows Detailed Data
4-5 Action Menu
The Action menu enables and disables both the wireless radio and/or system tray icon.
Figure 4-25 Action Menu Used to Enable and Disable Wireless Radio/System Tray
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4-5-1 Enable/Disable Radio
There may be situations when the user wants to disable the ORiNOCO Wireless Client’s radio so
that the wireless device cannot send or receive any wireless traffic. If a user is in an environment
where there are no wireless networks, the user may turn off the radio in order to minimize power
consumption of the ORiNOCO Wireless Client.
In the PCU’s Action menu, there is an Enable Radio/Disable Radio selection. The choice
provided in the menu will toggle the current state of the radio.
u Enable Radio: The Radio is currently OFF (Disabled), and the Enable Radio selection will
turn ON the Radio of the wireless device.
u Disable Radio: The Radio is currently ON (Enabled), and the Disable Radio selection will
turn OFF the Radio of the wireless device
4-5-2 Enable/Disable Tray Icon
In the Action menu of the PCU, there is an Enable Tray Icon/Disable Tray Icon selection. The
choice provided in the menu will toggle the current state of the System Tray Icon.
u Disable Tray Icon: This will remove the tray icon from your System Tray (also known as the
Windows Taskbar). Take the ORiNOCO 11a/b/g ComboCard as an example, the icon
appears in the System Tray again after the system is restarted or if the Proxim Client Utility
is opened again from Start > Programs > ORiNOCO 11abg ComboCard >ORiNOCO
11abg Client Utility.
u Enable Tray Icon: This option will return the icon to the System Tray.
4-6 Configuring Your Wireless Networking Settings with
Windows XP
The Windows XP operating system has a built-in feature known as “Wireless Zero Configuration”
which has the capability to configure and control this Wireless LAN device. Configure your device
with the steps below.
1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
2. Click Network and Internet Connections.
3. Click Network Connections.
4. Right-click the network connection associated with your ORiNOCO Wireless Client and
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select Properties.
5. Click the Wireless Networks tab.
6. Click the link Setting Up Wireless Network Configuration.
When the Help and Support Center window appears, you can access information regarding
Wireless Network configuration. Follow the on-screen instructions to access configuration
information for your adapter.
4-6-1 Advanced Wireless Settings
The ORiNOCO Wireless Client has several advanced settings which may need to be configured
depending on your wireless network. It is recommended that these settings remain unchanged
unless there is a specific need that requires modifying these settings.
1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
2. Click Network and Internet Connections.
3. Click Network Connections.
4. Right-click the connection for your ORiNOCO Wireless Client, and select Properties.
5. From the General tab, click the Configure button.
6. Click the Advanced tab.
7. Modify the wireless settings as required.
4-6-2 Help and Support Information
Configuration information and troubleshooting in Windows XP is available in Microsoft’s Help and
Support Center on Windows XP systems. Links to the appropriate Microsoft Web sites are also
available here.
To access this information:
1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
2. Click Network and Internet Connections.
3. Click Network Connections.
4. Right-click the connection for your ORiNOCO Wireless Client, and select Properties.
5. From the General tab, click the Configure button.
6. From the General tab, click the Troubleshoot button.
When the Help and Support Center window appears, you can access information regarding the
Network adapter. To access configuration information for your adapter, follow the on-screen
Instructions. For the network adapter to function in a wireless LAN, you may need change the
settings per the requirement of network environment.
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5
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
The ORiNOCO Wireless Client is designed to be very easy to install and operate. However, if you
experience any difficulties, use the information in this chapter to help diagnose and solve the
problem.
5-1 How to Obtain Help with Your LAN Installation
If you require assistance to install your Local Area Network (LAN), Proxim can put you in touch
with a reseller in your area. The reseller is an expert in the design, installation, and maintenance
of LANs and will be able to examine your needs and recommend the most cost-effective solution
for your LAN whether you are installing a new LAN or adding on to an existing one. For the
location of the ORiNOCO reseller nearest you, contact Proxim at 1-800-229-1630 or
1-408-731-2700 and ask for the Sales Department.
5-2 Common Installation Problems
Chapter 2 Installation describes how to install an ORiNOCO Wireless Client in a computer
running Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (ME), Windows 2000, or
Windows XP. This section provides suggestions to resolve some of the common installation
problems with an ORiNOCO Wireless Client.
5-2-1 Card Not Installed Properly
If Windows Networking reports that the ORiNOCO Wireless Client has not been properly
installed or configured after you have completed the ORiNOCO Installation program, open the
Device Manager (found within the Control Panel’s System icon) and locate the card’s entry in the
Network adapters category.
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If a yellow exclamation point (“!”) appears next to the card’s Device Manager entry, then the card
is not working properly. Follow these steps:
u Uninstall the card as described in 5-4 Uninstalling an ORiNOCO Wireless Client.
u Reinstall the card following the instructions in Chapter 2 Installation.
5-3 Configuring Networking Clients and Protocols
An ORiNOCO Wireless Client will bind to any existing networking components, such as Client for
Microsoft Networks and the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Refer to the steps below that correspond
to your computer’s operating system to configure the card’s networking components.
5-3-1 Windows XP/2000
Follow these steps to configure the card’s networking clients and protocols in a Windows XP or
2000 computer:
1. Open the Control Panel’s Network and Dial-up Connections (Windows 2000) or Network
Connections (Windows XP) icon.
2. Scroll through the list of network connections and right-click the Local Area Connection that
corresponds to the ORiNOCO Wireless Client.
3. Select Properties from the drop-down menu to view the connection’s properties screen.
4. Select a client or protocol from the list of components and click Properties to configure its
settings. For example, if you want to assign the card a static IP address, highlight Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
To add a new client or protocol, click Install... and follow the
on-screen instructions.
5-3-2 Windows ME/98 SE
Follow these steps to configure a card’s networking clients and protocols in a Windows 98/ME
computer:
1. Open the Control Panel’s Network icon.
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2. Select a client or protocol from the list of installed components and click Properties to
configure its settings. For example, if you want to assign the ORiNOCO 11a/b/g ComboCard a
static IP address, highlight TCP/IP or TCP/IP -> ORiNOCO 11a/b/g ComboCard and click
Properties.
To add a new client or protocol, click Add... and follow the
on-screen instructions.
5-4 Uninstalling an ORiNOCO Wireless Client
Follow these steps if you need to uninstall the card:
1. Access the Control Panel from the Start menu
2. Click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
3. Select ORiNOCO 802.11 Wireless Client and click Change/Remove button, as shown
below.
Figure 5-1 Select “Add/Remove Program” in Control Panel
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Figure 5-2 Uninstall ORiNOCO Wireless Client
4. Select Remove and then click the Next button to perform the un-installation. When prompted,
click OK to remove the Proxim Client Utility.
Figure 5-3 Un-installation Confirmation
5. Be patient while the card is uninstalled from your computer.
Figure 5-4 Install Un-installing Proxim Client Utility
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Figure 5-5 Un-installation in process
6. When prompted, click Finish to complete the un-Installation procedure.
Figure 5-6 Un-installation and Maintenance Completed
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5-5 Range
Every environment is unique with different obstacles, barriers, materials, etc., and, therefore, it is
difficult to determine the exact range that will be achieved without testing. Radio signals may
reflect off of some obstacles or be absorbed by others depending on their construction.
The IEEE 802.11 standards and the 2X Turbo mode specification support multiple data rates that
correspond to different transmission techniques. For wireless devices, there is a trade-off
between range and data rate. Transmission techniques that provide high data rates operate over
short distances; techniques that provide slower data rates operate over greater distances. By
default, the ORiNOCO Wireless Client automatically switches between these data rates to
maintain a usable radio connection and achieve the best data rate based on the card’s distance
from the Access Point. Therefore, a client that is close to an Access Point will operate at a higher
data rate than a client that is farther away from the Access Point.
The ORiNOCO Wireless Client includes two integral omnidirectional antennas. Note that the
coverage footprint of the card’s antennas will vary depending on the laptop’s design and the
location of the CardBus slot in the computer. Two antennas are provided to support antenna
diversity, a technique which can improve system reliability. Due to the characteristics of radio
waves, it is possible that one antenna may provide better performance than a second antenna
installed a short distance away.
Proper antenna placement can help improve range. Here are some guidelines:
• Try to keep the card’s antennas free of obstructions (particularly metal objects) and do not
place a sheet of metal (like a filing cabinet) between the antennas of two 802.11 devices.
• Use the Proxim Client Utility to evaluate the signal strength and link quality between
802.11 devices.
• Refer to the documentation that came with your Access Points for suggestions on how to
locate the AP and its antennas to maximize range and performance.
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5-6 LED Indicators
The ORiNOCO Wireless Client includes two round, green LED indicators on the end of the card.
One is for power on/off status, and the other is for activity status.
These LEDs display the following behavior:
u Both LEDs are off when the card is not receiving power or when the ORiNOCO driver is not
installed.
u The LEDs blink in an alternating pattern to indicate that the card is searching for an Access
Point or Peer-to-Peer Group to communicate with.
u The LEDs blink in unison when the card has associated with an Access Point or joined a
Peer-to-Peer Group.
u When there is network activity, the LEDs blink at a faster rate; the LEDs will blink in unison
more often as the card’s Transmit or Receive Rate increases.
u The activity LED turns off when the radio is disabled.
u After installing the ORiNOCO 11a/b/g PCI Card in a computer, you can check the behavior
of the LED indicators when the computer cover is open. The PWR LED is on when the
computer is turned on. The RF LED (radio) is on when roaming, connecting to an AP, and
transmitting and receiving packets.
5-7 Common Technical Support Questions
This section discusses some of the most common problems using an ORiNOCO Wireless Client
and offers possible solutions.
Table 5-1 Frequent Questions and Answers
Symptom/Question
Possible Solution/Answer
My office has an existing 802.11b
network. Is the
ORiNOCO Wireless Client compatible? Yes, the ORiNOCO Wireless Client complies
with the 802.11a and the 802.11g wireless
standards, and 802.11g devices are backwards
compatible with 802.11b devices.
I want to install an 802.11g network in my office
that has an 802.11a network. Will the 802.11g
network interfere with the 802.11a network?
No. 802.11a and 802.11g devices will not
interfere with each other since they operate at
different frequencies. 802.11a d
evices operate in
the 5 GHz band, and 802.11g devices operate in
the 2.4 GHz band.
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Symptom/Question
Possible Solution/Answer
Is an ORiNOCO Wireless Client compatible with
802.11a and 802.11g products from other
vendors?
Yes, the card can interoperable with
802.11a-compliant or 802.11g-compliant
products from other vendors.
In throughput tests, the card does not seem to
transfer data as quickly as I’d expect.
Data rate is the raw signaling rate of a networking
device; it does not equal data throughput. Actual
data throughput is a
lways less than the data rate
since some of the available bandwidth is used to
send control messages and regulate activity over
the wireless medium. Also, throughput will
depend on several factors such as network
overhead, the file transfer program in use, the
computer’s operating system, and the
computer’s processor speed.
Does the card support IEEE 802.1x
Authentication? Yes, but you also need a configuration utility
supplied by your RADIUS server vendor. Note
that Windows XP includes built-in support fo
r the
IEEE 802.1x standard.
How long will my battery last when using the
ORiNOCO Wireless Client?
Battery life will vary from unit to unit and depends
on many factors including battery type, length of
battery life without the card inserted, and how
frequently the card transmits and receives data.
Frequent network activity will drain the battery
faster than if the card were left idle in doze mode.
Configuring the card to use one of the Power
Management modes will prolong battery life.
However, you should perform some tests under
normal operating conditions to accurately
determine a device’s battery life with the card
installed.
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Appendix A - Specifications
A-1 Technical Specifications
The following technical specification is for reference purposes only. Actual product’s
performance and compliance with local telecommunications regulations may vary from country
to country. Proxim Corporation will only ship products that are type approved in the destination
country.
A-1-1 General
Compatibility Fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11a compliant products in 802.11a mode
Fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11b compliant products in 802.11b mode
Fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11g compliant products in 802.11g mode
Warranty 3-years parts and labor (return to factory)
LED Indicators Two (2) LEDs indicate Power On, Sleep Mode, Transmit Activity, Association,
and Power Off
A-1-2 Network Information
Security 64, 128 & 152-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption; 802.1x authentication; LEAP; AES.
Network Architecture Supports Ad Hoc Peer-to-Peer Groups and communication to
wired infrastructure networks via Access Points
Installation & Diagnostics Complete configuration utility application included; Utility’s site
survey tool, surveys other wireless units and reports packet
throughput; Desktop icon continuously reports status
Operating System Support Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP
Roaming Seamless among 802.11a compliant access points (in 802.11a or
802.11a 2X mode), 802.11b compliant access points (in 802.11b/g
modes) and 802.11g compliant access points (in 802.11g mode)
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A-1-3 Radio (802.11a Mode)
Media Access Protocol IEEE 802.11a
Radio Data Rate 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 12 Mbps,
9 Mbps, 6 Mbps in 802.11a mode; 108 Mbps, 96 Mbps, 72 Mbps,
48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 12 Mbps in 2X Turbo
mode
Frequency Band (802.11a) 5.15-5.25 GHz (lower band) for US/Canada, Japan
5.25-5.35 GHz (middle band) and 5.725-5.850 for US/Canada
5.15-5.35 GHz, 5.470-5.725 GHz for Europe
Actual frequencies in use vary by country
Radio Type Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
Modulation 64 QAM, 16 QAM, QPSK, BPSK
Nominal Output Power 15 dBm for 6Mbps (minimum), 13 dBm for 54Mbps (minimum)
Channels 13 non-overlapping channels (US)
4 non-overlapping channels (Japan)
A-1-4 Radio (802.11b Mode)
Media Access Protocol IEEE 802.11b DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Radio Data Rate 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz frequency band; actual frequencies in use vary by
country
Radio Type Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
Modulation CCK, QPSK, BPSK
Nominal Output Power 18 dBm
Channels Varies by country.
A-1-5 Radio (802.11g Mode)
Media Access Protocol IEEE 802.11b DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum), IEEE
802.11g OFDM
Radio Data Rate 802.11g: 54 Mbps with fall back rate of 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, and
6Mbps.
802.11b: 11 Mbps with fall back of 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps
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Frequency Band 2.4 GHz frequency band; actual frequencies in use vary by
country
Radio Type Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
Modulation 802.11g: OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11Mbps, 5.5Mbps), DQPSK
(2Mbps, 1Mbps)
Nominal Output Power Typical 12dBm at 54Mbps, typical 15dBm at 11 Mbps
Channels 11 channels (US, Canada), 13 channels (Europe Countries), 14
channels (Japan)
A-1-6 Environmental
Operating Temperature 0ºC to +70ºC
Storage Temperature -10ºC to 75ºC
Non-Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
A-1-7 Physical
Bus Interface 32-bit CardBus
PCB 4-layer design
WLAN Atheros 5001X solution
Antenna Dual diversity antennas
Voltage 3.3 VDC
Weight 45 grams
Dimension 54mm x 114.5mm x 5mm
A-1-8 Power Consumption
Doze Mode (802.11a, 802.11b & 802.11g) 15 mA
Receive (802.11a) 310 mA
Receive (802.11b) 270mA
Receive (802.11g) 330 mA
Transmit (802.11a) 560 mA
Transmit (802.11b) 450 mA
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Transmit (802.11g) 600 mA
A-1-9 Available Transmit Power Settings
User may set the transmit power to the following levels. Maximum power setting will vary according
to individual country regulations.
100%
50%
25%
12.5%
Lowest
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Appendix B Warranty and Regulatory
Information
B-1 Limited Warranty, Disclaimer, Limitation of Liability
For a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the retail customer, Proxim warrants
the ORiNOCO Wireless Client against defects in materials and workmanship. Proxim will not
honor this warranty if there has been any attempt to tamper with or remove the product’s external
foil label.
This warranty does not cover and Proxim will not be liable for any damage or failure caused by
misuse, abuse, acts of God, accidents, or other causes beyond Proxim’s control, or claim by any
entity other than the original purchaser.
If, after inspection, Proxim determines there is a defect, Proxim will repair or replace the
ORiNOCO Wireless Client at no cost to you. To return defective merchandise to Proxim, please
contact ORiNOCO Technical Support to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
number.
In no event shall Proxim Corporation be responsible or liable for any damages arising:
• From the use of the product
• From the loss of use, revenue or profit of the product
• As a result of any event, circumstance, action, or abuse beyond the control of Proxim
Corporation
Whether such damages are direct, indirect, consequential, special, or otherwise and whether
such damages are incurred by the person to whom this warranty extends or a third party.
B-1-1 Warranty Return Policy
If you have a problem with an ORiNOCO Wireless Client, please contact ORiNOCO Technical
Support for assistance. ORiNOCO Technical Support will assist with resolving any technical
difficulties you may have with your ORiNOCO Wireless Client. See C-1 Technical Support
Contact Information.
After calling ORiNOCO Technical Support, if your product is found to be defective, you may
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return the product to Proxim after obtaining an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
The product must be returned in its original packaging. The RMA number should be clearly
marked on the outside of the box. Proxim cannot be held responsible for any product returned
without an RMA number, and no product will be accepted without an RMA number.
B-2 Regulatory Information
B-2-1 USA – Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
FCC Class B Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC RF Safety Requirement
The radiated output power is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
(1) Shielded cables, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
(2) Any change or modification not expressly approved by the grantee of the equipment
authorized could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
B-2-1 FCC WARNING
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:
u Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
u Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
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u Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is
connected.
u Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
!!
Caution
!!
For your health sake, please keep at least 20 cm away from your Notebook
LCD Panel while using wireless LAN.
B-2-3 European Regulatory Information
Products labeled with the CE 0336 (!) contain a radio transmitter that complies with the R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC implying conformity to the following European Norms.
Les produits portant la marque d’alerte CE 0336 (!) contiennent un émetteur radio conforme à la
directive R&TTE (1999/5/EC) qui impliquent la conformité aux normes de la Commission de la
Communauté Européenne.
I prodotti che recano l’avvertenza CE 0336 (!) contengono un trasmettitore radio conforme alla
Direttiva R&TTE (1999/5/EC) emessa dalla Commissione della Comunità Europea.
Funkprodukte mit der CE 0336 (!) Kennzeichnung enthalten einen Funktransmitter, der die von
der Kommission der EU verabschiedete Richtlinie R&TTE (1999/5/EC) erfüllt.
Los productos con la marca CE0336 (!) contienen un transmisor de radio que cumple con la
Directiva R&TTE (1999/5/EC) emitida por la Comisión Europea.
u IEC60950, Third Edition (1999)/CB Scheme - Product Safety
u EN 300328 - Radio LAN equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz band
u EN 301893 - Radio LAN equipment operating in the 5 GHz band
u EN 301489-17 - General EMC requirements for radio equipment
To determine the type of transmitter, check the product identification label on your Wireless LAN
product.
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Pour identifier le type d’émetteur, reportez-vous à l’étiquette d’identification de votre. produit.
Per determinare il tipo di trasmettitore, controllare la targhetta di identificazione del prodotto.
Um welchen Transmittertyp es sich handelt, können Sie auf dem Typenschild auf dem Produkt
ablesen.
Para determinar el tipo de transmisor, compruebe la etiqueta de identificación del producto.
B-2-4 Product Approvals
Proxim will only ship products that are type approved in the destination country.
For ORiNOCO Wireless Client Users in Europe: In 802.11a mode, you
must use the ORiNOCO 11a/b/g Wireless Client with an 802.11a Access
Point that supports Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS). The European
Telecommunications Standard Institute (ETSI) requires that 802.11a
devices use DFS to prevent interference with radar systems and other
devices that already occupy the 5 GHz band. See the user documentation
that came with your 802.11a Access Point for details.
Check Proxim’s Web site (http://www.proxim.com/) for the most up-to-date regulatory information
or contact Proxim Technical Support if you have questions regarding product certification or
cannot find regulatory information for your country.
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Appendix C Technical Support and Glossary
C-1 Technical Support Contact Information
If you are having a problem using an ORiNOCO Wireless Client and cannot resolve it with the
information in Chapter 5 Troubleshooting), gather the following information and contact
ORiNOCO Technical Support:
u What kind of network are you using?
u What were you doing when the error occurred?
u What error message did you see?
u Can you reproduce the problem?
u What version of the ORiNOCO driver are you using?
You can reach ORiNOCO Technical Support by phone or e-mail, as described below.
For the U.S. and Canada:
Phone: 1-866-ORiNOCO (1-866-674-6626), choose prompt 2
E-mail: USAsupport@orinocowireless.com
For the Caribbean and Latin America:
Phone: 1-866-ORiNOCO (1-866-674-6626), choose prompt 2
E-mail: CALAsupport@orinocowireless.com
For Asia Pacific:
Phone: +1 661-367-2230
E-mail: APACsupport@orinocowireless.com
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For Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA):
Your local supplier in the EMEA region is trained to give you the support you require. Local
suppliers have direct access to the ORiNOCO Technical Support Center and will help you in
every way they can.
Phone: +1 661-367-2230
E-mail: EMEAsupport@orinocowireless.com
The latest software and documentation is available for download
at http://www.proxim.com/.
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C-2 Glossary
PCU - Proxim Client Utility (PCU); the utility that configures the ORiNOCO Wireless Client.
PCI - Peripheral component Interconnect; a standard bus interface found on most desktop computers.
Access Point - An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks
together.
Ad Hoc - A peer- to-peer wireless network without Access Point. A group of wireless clients
consistent an independent wireless LAN.
Backbone - The core infrastructure of a network, the portion of the network that transports
information from one central location to another central location. The information is
then off-loaded onto a local system.
BSS - Basic Service Set. An Access Point associated with several wireless stations.
ESS - Extended Service Set. More than one BSS can be configured as an Extended Service Set.
An ESS is basically a roaming domain.
ESSID – Extended Service Set Identifier. The length of the ESSID information is between 0 and 32
octets. A 0 length identifier indicates the broadcast SSID.
Ethernet - A popular local area data communications network, originally developed by Xerox
Corp., which accepts transmission from computers and terminals. Ethernet operates on
10/100 Mbps transmission rate over shielded coaxial cable or over shielded twisted pair
telephone wire.
Infrastructure - An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an infrastructure configuration.
Roaming - A function that allows one to travel with a mobile end system (wireless LAN mobile
station, for example) through the territory of a domain (an ESS, for example) while
continuously connecting to the infrastructure.
SSID – Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the network name used by the Wireless LAN. The length of
the SSID information is between 0 and 32 octets.
WEP – Wired Equivalent Privacy is the optional cryptographic confidentiality algorithm specified by
IEEE 802.11 used to provide data confidentiality that is subjectively equivalent to the
confidentiality of a wired local area network (LAN) medium that does not employ
cryptographic techniques to enhance privacy.

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