Sercomm LA10 Wireless G mini-PCI Module User Manual OEM installation manual revised

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Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps1Sercomm Corp. WL-850FMini-PCI AdapterUser's Manual Mar. 20, 2003 (Draft 1.0)

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps2Copyright statementNo part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any formor by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without theprior writing of the publisher.Printed in Taiwan, April. 2003

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps41. IntroductionThank you for purchasing your Wireless LAN, Wireless LAN mini-PCI Adapter. This manual will assistyou with the installation procedure.The package you have received should contain the following items:• User manual• CD containing Wireless LAN Management utility and driversNote: if anything is missing, please contact your vendorThe CD contains drivers and Configuration Utility program that is used for managing the Wireless LANCard and establishing the wireless connection with your Local Area Network.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps52. Wireless LAN BasicsWireless LAN (Local Area Networks) systems offer a great number of advantages over a traditional,wired system. Wireless LANs (WLANs) are more flexible, easier to setup and manage and often morecost effective than their wired equivalence.Using radio frequency (RF) technology, WLANs transmit and receive data over the air, minimizing theneed for wired connections. Thus, WLANs combine data connectivity with user mobility, and, throughsimplified configuration, enable movable LANs.With wireless LANs, users can access shared information without looking for a place to plug in andnetwork managers can set up or augment networks without installing or moving wires. Wireless LANsoffer the following productivity, convenience and cost advantages over traditional wired networks:• Mobility - Wireless LAN systems can provide LAN users with access to real-time informationanywhere in their organization. This mobility supports productivity and service opportunities notpossible with wired networks. • Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and caneliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings. • Installation Flexibility - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go. • Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for wireless LAN hardwaremight be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cyclecosts will be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environmentsrequiring frequent moves, adds, and changes. • Scalability - Wireless LAN systems can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needsof specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer to full infrastructure networks, also allow roaming over a broad area.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps63. Installation for Windows platformThe following section will assist you to in installing wireless LAN Adapter successfully. You will firstinstall software (Utility) and then set the network properties to accommodate resource sharing andselect the type of wireless network that you wish to install.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps73.1. Installation OverviewHere are some steps you will perform in establishing your wireless network connection:! Install the Access Point at first. AP is needed in case of Infrastructure network mode.! Install the software using the Install CD.! Install the network protocol(s) required to communicate on your network. Most likely you will needthe TCP/IP protocol.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps83.2. Install Procedure for Windows XP1. Insert the given Installation CD in the CD-ROM and then click on the Setup.Follow the instruction to finish the installation. Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended) ”, and then click Next to continue. Once your system detected the driver, Microsoft will show a warning message as below. Click “ Continue Anyway ” for next step.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps9 After copy the file to your system, then the setup is finish.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps103.3. Install Procedure for Windows 98/ME/2000Please follow the following steps one by one in order to install the software successfully.1. Power on your computer and allow Windows 98/ME/2000 to load fully.2. Insert the given Installation CD in the CD-ROM and then click on the Setup. At the “ Welcome” window, click Next.3. Accept the license agreement.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps11 Accept the license agreement. Click Yes to accept. Click Yes to finish the setup. Windows will recognize the WLAN adapter and auto detect the driver, if the system did not find thedriver automatically, please install the driver manually.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps12. Click Yes to finish the installation. 4. Click the right button of mouse on My Computer """" Properties """" Device Manager.Check whether it has WLAN adapter in one of the sockets or not. If you find Wireless LAN11Mbps Adapter in one of the sockets, it means the card is detected properly.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps13 5. Click right button of mouse on the Network Neighborhood .6. Select Properties from the pop up menu. The network box appears and you see three main tables:Configuration, Identification, and Access Control.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps14 7. Click on the Configuration tab and then click on the Add button. Select Network Component Typebox appears. Click on the Protocol the click the Add button.8. Select Network Protocols box appears. From the list of manufactures, click on Microsoft. From thelist of network protocols list, select NetBEUI, then click OK.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps159. The NetBEUI protocol is now installed. After clicking on OK return back to Network ComponentType box.10. Repeat the step 15 and 16 to add IPX/SPX protocol.11. Repeat the step 15 and 16 to add TCP/IP protocol.12. Click on the TCP/IP option for setting the IP address for your computer. You can select either Staticor DHCP setting. If you use the static IP setup then enter the IP value, Subnet masking, DNS,Domain/ Workgroup name, and Gateway Address values. After setting these parametersappropriately, click OK to return to Network Component Type and you can select the File andPrinter Sharing options as well as the Access to your computer like other users connected to thatnetwork by setting the computer sharing options. Click on OK. 13. Screen message do want to restart your Computer will pop up. Select Yes. It will shut down yourcomputer and restart.Important: Restart your computer to make the changes effective before you reinstall thedriver.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps16Uninstall ProcedureStep 1:If you want to uninstall the WLAN adapter, just simply clickStart Menu " Program File " Wireless """" Uninstalled, it shall uninstall all related programs. Step 2: Restart your Computer. I

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps17 4. Configuration UtilityWireless LAN 11 Mbps Wireless LAN adapter uses its own management software. All functionscontrolled by user are provided by this application. Usually this application starts automatically,or click icon from Start Menu to start the Utility application.A new icon - should appear in your Icon tray. If the icon is in red, it means that Wireless LAN 11Mbps NIC configuration is invalid or incomplete. Sometimes icon can be colored in red. This mayhappen when communication is defined poor connection or incorrectly.Figure 1 Icon tray with a new icon User can navigate through “sheets”, by clicking tabs. “X” button will minimize window. Below description explains the use and meanings of the various screen messages.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps184.1 Link Status- StatusThis field is used to display the current status of connection. When the state shows “Connected toSSID“means normal flow of operation in Infrastructure mode. The PC is connected to accesspoint. Networking is available. A state of “Scanning” means that the node is searching for available access point and unable detects the SSID for an available access point within range.This field will also display an error message for some reason if the driver failed to initialize.Network TypeInfrastructure Mode - The driver will scan all available channels continuously until it finds one ormore Access Points that matches its SSID. At that point it will try and authenticate andassociate with the Access Point. Ad Hoc Mode - The driver will scan for 5 seconds looking for an existing Ad Hoc networkusing the same SSID.- Current Channel and Transmit Rate Shows the channel of the radio and transmit rate are being currently used for an active connection. This value has no meaning when the radio is “Scanning”- Link QualityThe Link Quality bar graph is only active when the node is in Infrastructure Mode. The bar graphdisplays the quality of the link between the node and Access Point. It summarizes the quality ofthe link over the bar graph, which can take on one of the following values:“Poor”“Fair”“Good” “Very Good”“Excellent”- Signal Strength The Signal Strength bar graph is only active when the node is in Infrastructure Mode. The bar graph displays normalized signal strength as reported by the radio, averaged over all frames over 100 bytes long that are received from the Access Point.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps21- Network Type This field allows you to select from a list of supported Network “Modes”. The modes displayed willhave two values: “Ad Hoc” and “Infrastructure”. Ad Hoc - This is the 802.11 peer-to-peer mode of operation. In 802.11Ad Hoc only one wireless“cell” is supported for each different SSID. All communication is done from Client to Client withoutthe use of an Access Point. 802.11 Ad Hoc networking uses the same SSID for establishing thewireless connection. Infrastructure - This mode of operation requires the presence of an 802.11 Access Point. Allcommunication is done via the Access Point, which relays packets to other wireless Clients inthe BSS as well as to nodes on a wired network such as Ethernet. Transmit Rate – The transmission rate at which client of AP transmits the data packets. You mayset this to fixed 1Mbps, fixed 2 Mbps, fixed 5.5 Mbps or 11 Mbps. Encryption (WEP) - You may desire an additional measure of security on your wireless network,which can be achieved by using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption.When an encrypted frame is received it will only be accepted if it decrypts correctly. This will onlyhappen if the receiver has the WEP Key used by the transmitter. This panel allows to entry for 64/128-bit encryption according to WEP function select. To bewritten to the driver and registry, such as Hexadecimal format, each key must consist of hex digits,which means that only digit 0-9 and letters A-F are valid entries. If entered incorrectly program willnot write keys to a driver. .

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps22 4.4 About About tab shows the product version including the detail of Driver, Application and firmware version.Users must use this version number when reporting their problems to technical support.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps234.5 Windows XP Zero ConfigurationMicrosoft provides Windows XP Zero Configuration, which means user doesn’t need to use softwareprovided by the manufacturer. Instead, Windows XP recognizes the adapter and provides thenecessary driver and configuration software.If your station is within range of a WLAN, Windows XP announces that one or more wireless networksare available and suggests that you click the Network icon to see a list of available networks. Configuring Automatic Network ConnectionsTo configure one or more wireless networks for auto connection, follow these steps:1. Right-click a Network icon in the notification area at the bottom of the screen to display a pop-upmenu. Click the Open Network Connections option.2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and click Properties in the Pop-up menu.Windows XP displays the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog.3. Click the Wireless Networks tab, shown as below. Notice that the wireless network that was presentwhen you first inserted the wireless NIC is already listed.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps24 4. To add another network to the list, click the Add button on the Wireless Networks tab to display theWireless Network Properties dialog.5. Type a network name ( SSID) in the Network name test box.6. If you have implemented a system automatically providing users with network keys and /or WEPkeys, click OK to save this network SSID and move on to the next network that you want to configure.7. If you are setting up an ad hoc mode wireless connection, click the last check box in the dialog.Otherwise, if you are configuring a connection to an AP, leave the check box uncheck and click OK.Windows XP adds the network to the list of preferred networks in the Wireless Network ConnectionProperties dialog box.8. When you finish adding all wireless networks to which you expect this computer to need access,click OK.Note: XP includes support for IEEE 802.1X standard for port –level authentication of stations in thenetwork.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps255. Hardware InstallationThe WL-850F mini-PCI also can be installed in Access Point or Router as an RF module.( p.s. this is only for OEM vendor, not for public end users )1. Insert the mini-PCI module into the socket of AP/Router platform.

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Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps276. Troubleshooting If you encounter any problems during the installation, or to confirm that the WLAN 11Mbps device isinstalled properly, please read the following troubleshooting section.In Windows 98:To check that the WLAN 11Mbps device is installed properly, please do the following:1.Go to START>SETTINGS>CONTROL PANEL>NETWORK. Choose the Configuration Tab. If youfind the WLAN 11Mbps Adapter, it means the card is installed properly. If you see the YellowQuestion-mark (?) means the resources are conflicting. (Please read further in this section forsolutions.) -or-2. Right click on My Computer and select Properties. Select the Device Manager and click on theNetwork Adapter. You will find the WLAN 11Mbps Adapter if it is installed successfully. If you see theYellow sign, the resources are conflicting. Click on the PCMCIA Card and then on the PCMCIA CardService, you can see the status of the PC card. If there is a yellow sign either on the adapter or the PCcard, please check the following.1. Check to see if your computer supports 3.3V Card.2. Check to see if your computer has a free IRQ. If not, make an IRQ free by assigning thesame IRQ to some devices, for example COM 1; COM 2 can be assigned the same IRQvalues.3. Check that you have inserted the right card and have installed the proper driver.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps28Troubleshooting (Continued)In Windows 2000:1. Check the Windows 2000 Diagnostics. See if there is any conflict in the resource allocation orthe I/O Address, IRQ allocations. If you find that the IRQ or I/O Addresses are already assignedto some other devices, you must change that value. I/O Address needs 40h byte length.2. Go to the Control panel. Double click on the PCMCIA Card and you will see WLAN Adapter.Double clicking on that will show you the Card Information, driver name and the driver file. Youmust confirm the name of the driver and the driver file as "prismnic.inf" and "prismnds.sys". Ifyou do not find the names listed above, there are some problems and the driver is not installedproperly. Reinstall the driver.Note: Check the PnP BIOS setup menu and select no in case of the WLAN Adapter installation.

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps297. Technical specifications of Wireless LANDriver support - Windows XP− Windows 98− Windows 2000− Windows ME- Win CE (Strong ARM platform)Standards supported− IEEE 802.11 standard for Wireless LAN− All major networking standards (including TCP/IP, IPX)EnvironmentalOperating temperature (ambient):− -10°C to 50°C (Operating),-20 to 70°C (Storing)− Max. Humidity: 95% Non-condensingPower specifications− Nominal Temp Range: 17 dBm− Extended Temp Range: 14 dBm min.− Transmit Power, 2.7v to 3v: 14 dBm min.Radio specificationsRange:− per cell indoors approx. 35-100 meters or more− per cell outdoors up to 100-300 metersFrequency range:− 2.4-2.4835 GHz, direct sequence spread spectrumNumber of Channels:− Europe: 13 (1-13 )− US: 11 (1-11 )− France: 4 (10-13 )− Japan: 14 (1-14 )Antenna system:− Internal patch antenna supporting diversity.Mobility:− Seamless roaming across cell boundaries with handover

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps30Specific featuresSupported bit rates:− 11 Mbps− 5.5 Mbps− 2 Mbps− 1 MbpsData encryption:− 64 /128 bit WEP EncryptionUtility Software:− Management utility software

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps31Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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 thatto which the receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approvedby the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20centimeters between the radiator and your body.This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.R&TTE Compliance Statement

This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However,the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliancerequirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheralrequirements, etc.).IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptopconfigurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longerconsidered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, theOEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) andObtaining a separate FCC authorization. End Product LabellingThis transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna may be installed suchthat 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users (for example access points, routers,wireless ASDL modems, and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a visiblearea with the following: “ Contains TX FCC ID: P27-LA10 ”. Manual Information That Must be IncludedThe users manual for end users must include the following information in a prominent location “IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used forthis transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons andmust not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

Wireless LANUser manual Wireless LAN 11 Mbps 33This equipment complies with all the requirements of the DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF THEEUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment andtelecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications TerminalEquipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8, 2000 .SafetyThis equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However,special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working withelectrical equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore beallowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.EU Countries intended for useThe ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium, Denmark,Finland, France (with Frequency channel restrictions), Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom.The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states Iceland,Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.EU Countries Not intended for useNone.Potential restrictive useFrance: Only channels 10,11,12, and13