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Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter
User's Guide [Preliminary Draft]
The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter is a wireless device that operates at 5 and 2.4
GHz. This adapter operates with high-capacity networks using multiple access points within large
or small environments. Using the Intel(R) PROSet Windows utility you can configure, manage
wireless local area network (WLAN) management tasks, adapter switching functions, and
connections.
Wireless LAN General Information
About Wireless LAN Technology
Adapter Setup and Configuration
Software Installation
Using PROSet
Connecting to a Network
Security Overview
Setting Up Security
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Glossary
Support and Warranty
Customer Support
Software License
Safety and Regulatory Notices
Limited Warranty
Legal Notices
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Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. Nor does Intel make any commitment to
update the information contained herein.
Intel, Itanium, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States
and other countries.
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About Wireless LAN Technology
• Choosing a WLAN
• Configuring a WLAN
• Identifying a WLAN
• Surveying the Site of Your WLAN
• Factors Affecting Range
• Stronger Security
A wireless network connects computers without using network cables. Computers use radio
communications to send data between each other. You can communicate directly with other
wireless computers, or connect to an existing network through a wireless access point. When you
set up your wireless adapter, you select the operating mode for the kind of wireless network you
want. You can use your Intel(R) PRO/Wireless adapter to connect to other similar wireless
devices that comply with the 802.11 standard for wireless networking.
Choosing a Wireless LAN Mode
Wireless LANs can operate with or without access points, depending on the number of users in
the network. Infrastructure mode uses access points to allow wireless computers to send and
receive information. Wireless computers transmit to the access point, the access point receives
the information and rebroadcasts it to other computers. The access point can also connect to a
wired network or to the Internet. Multiple access points can work together to provide coverage
over a wide area.
Peer-to-Peer mode, also called Ad Hoc mode, works without access points and allows wireless
computers to send information directly to other wireless computers. You can use Peer-to-Peer
mode to network computers in a home or small office or to set up a temporary wireless network
for a meeting.
Configuring a Wireless LAN
There are three basic components that must be configured for a wireless LAN to operate
properly:
• Network Name—Each wireless network uses a unique Network Name to identify the
network. This name is called the Service Set Identifier (SSID). When you set up your
wireless adapter, you specify the SSID. If you want to connect to an existing network, you
must use the name for that network. If you are setting up your own network you can
make up your own name and use it on each computer. The name can be up to 32
characters long and contain letters and numbers.
• Profiles—When you set up your computer to access a wireless network, Intel(R)
PROSet creates a profile for the wireless settings that you specify. If you want to connect
to another network, you can scan for existing networks and make a temporary
connection, or create a new profile for that network. After you create profiles, your
computer will automatically connect when you change locations.
• Security—The 802.11 wireless networks use encryption to help protect your data. Wired
equivalent privacy (WEP) uses a 64-bit or 128-bit shared encryption key to scramble
data. Before a computer transmits data, it scrambles the data using the secret encryption
key. The receiving computer uses this same key to unscramble the data. If you are
connecting to an existing network, use the encryption key provided by the administrator
of the wireless network. If you are setting up your own network you can make up your
own key and use it on each computer.
Identifying a Wireless Network
Depending on the size and components of a wireless LAN, there are many ways to identify a
wireless LAN:
• The Network Name or Service Set Identifier (SSID)—Identifies a wireless network. All
wireless devices on the network must use the same SSID.
• Extended Service Set Identifier (ESSID)—A special case of SSID used to identify a
wireless network that includes access points.
• Independent Basic Service Set Identifier (IBSSID)—A special case of SSID used to
identify a network of wireless computers configured to communicate directly with one
another without using an access point.
• Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID)—A unique identifier for each wireless device. The
BSSID is the Ethernet MAC address of the device.
• Broadcast SSID—An access point can respond to computers sending probe packets
with the broadcast SSID. If this feature is enabled on the access point, any wireless user
can associate with the access point by using a blank (null) SSID.
Surveying the Site of Your Wireless LAN
Conducting a site survey for your wireless LAN is the most crucial step in the process of setting
up a wireless network. It greatly reduces the amount of troubleshooting you will have to do once
you have the wireless LAN set up and ready for connection testing. To conduct a site survey, you
will need the following tools:
• An access point (or laptop computer) that is set up to be the transmitter. It should be
mounted near and at the same height as the designated location of your wireless LAN.
• A laptop that will act as the mobile receiver. It must contain your site survey software.
• An area or building map, which will be used to plot the strength of your signals.
Once you have the tools you need, you are ready to survey the inside of the building. Launch the
site survey software on the mobile receiver laptop and carry it around in the intended wireless
LAN area to test the signal strength. Be sure to also check the signal strength of each intended
access point location. If you encounter problems while surveying the site, make sure your
transmitter laptop is not located on a wall containing metal, such as an air-conditioning duct,
which will interfere with the range of your signal. Simply move the transmitter and test the signal
strength again. For users to have seamless coverage when moving from access point to access
point, the signal levels at each point must overlap. There is software available that will seamlessly
hand off changing signal levels from one access point to another.
Your building's infrastructure can sometimes interfere with the microwave signal, but finding the
location and cause of the interference will allow you to figure out the best place to mount your
access points for optimal area coverage. Microwave signals travel in all directions, which means
you can have one access point for a multi-floor building. However, the range is highly dependent
on the material used to construct the flooring, especially metal materials. Once your signal
strength is strong inside the building, you are ready to check the strength outside the building. To
do so, simply carry the mobile receiver laptop as far down the street or around the building as you
can go without losing significant signal strength.
If possible, you should be aware of the types of networks being used by the companies on the
floors above and below you, so that you can work together in harmony. With wireless networks,
security is very important and if you communicate with those around you, you are better prepared
to select the right channels, as well as the best location for access points.
Factors Affecting Range
Although access points can transmit signals up to 60 feet away in an area with many walled
barriers or as much as 500 feet away in a large open area, the range is affected by the following
factors:
• Building materials, such as steel and drywall, can shorten the range of the radio signals.
• Physical layout of the area can interfere with the signals and cause them to be dropped.
• Electronic noise from cell phones, microwave ovens, or other devices on the same
frequency can interfere with the transmission of the signals.
• Range is inversely proportional to data rate, so the faster that the signals are sent, the
less distance they will travel.
Taking these factors into consideration when you survey the site for your WLAN is key to
providing all of your users with undisturbed mobile connectivity. Using multiple access points will,
of course, reduce the impact of these factors if your area has dividing walls throughout.
Stronger Security
Although wireless networks are easy to use, the main issue lies with security. Even if you enable
the security settings defined in the 802.11b standard, as well as the security settings of your
hardware, your network is still vulnerable. There are a few things you can do to make it more
difficult for outsiders to access your network:
• Change the default network name of your WLAN. Every manufacturer's default settings
are public knowledge.
• Do not allow the name of your network to be broadcasted by your access points. This
makes it more difficult for hackers to identify your network.
• Enable Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption, which is the same security feature
used by online shopping websites.
• Change your encryption keys as often as possible. Temporal Key Integrity Protocol
(TKIP), which is being developed by a IEEE task group, will change the keys
automatically.
• Enable MAC address filtering so that each access point can generate a list of approved
MAC addresses for your WLAN.
• If you have a small network, use virtual private network encryption for additional security.
If you have a large network, you may want to install a gateway between your access
points and network clients.
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Software Installation
Installing Drivers and PROSet Software
See the instructions for your operating system:
• Windows XP
• Windows 2000
• Windows Me
• Windows 98SE
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Installation under Windows XP
Preliminary Notes
The installation instructions in this section are based on the following assumptions:
• The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter hardware has already been installed in
the computer in accordance with the computer manufacturer's instructions.
• The computer has not been powered on since the hardware installation was completed.
• No other wireless LAN card is installed in this computer.
To install the driver before installing hardware, use Start > Run and browse to the file
SetupWLD.exe in the path PROW7100\WINXP on the Intel CD. After running SetupWLD.exe,
shut down the computer and install the hardware. When the computer restarts, the driver will be
automatically installed.
Before proceeding, make sure that you are operating Windows XP with administrative rights.
If you log in to Windows XP without administrative rights, you may run into problems during the
installation.
The Intel(R) PROSet utility or the Windows XP wireless configuration feature can be used to
configure wireless network settings. The instructions below include steps for installing the
PROSet utility and for turning off the Windows XP configuration feature. If you do not turn off the
Windows XP feature, you will not be able to use PROSet to configure wireless network settings.
For information on how to use the Windows XP feature, see your Windows XP documentation.
Driver Installation
To install drivers under Windows* XP, follow these steps:
1. Power up the computer in which the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless Mini PCI Adapter hardware
has just been installed.
2. Log in with administrative rights if prompted by Windows XP.
3. Wait for Windows to detect the newly installed hardware and display the Found New
Hardware Wizard dialog. Verify that Install the software automatically
(Recommended) is selected. If Windows does not detect the new hardware, see
Troubleshooting.
4. Insert the Intel CD into your CD drive. The New Hardware Found Wizard searches for
the correct driver files and copies them to your hard drive.
5. On the Network Name screen, click Next to accept the default Network Name (SSID)
101, or enter a specific SSID for your network, then click Next.
6. On the Data Encryption screen, click Next to accept the default encryption setting
None, or enter specific encryption settings for your network, then click Next.
7. On the Found New Hardware Wizard screen, click Finish. Proceed to disable the
Windows XP wireless configuration feature.
Disable Windows XP Wireless Configuration (Required)
To disable the Windows XP wireless configuration feature so that you can use Intel(R) PROSet
for wireless configuration, continue as follows:
Instructions are written for use with the Windows XP Start Menu and Control Panel Category
View, not with "Classic" Start Menu or Control Panel views.
8. Click Start and Control Panel.
9. On the Pick a category screen, click Network and Internet Connections, then under
the heading or pick a Control Panel icon click Network Connections.
10. In the Network Connections window, right-click your Wireless Network Connection
and select Properties.
11. Select the Wireless Networks tab.
12. Click to clear ("deselect") the check box Use Windows to configure my wireless
network settings, then click OK on the Wireless Network tab. Do not click any other
tabs. Continue with the installation of PROSet.
Intel(R) PROSet Installation (Required)
Continue with the following steps to install the Intel PROSet wireless configuration utility
(required):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of utility software. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu screen
does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can start the
PROSet installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file PROSet.msi in the path
APPS/PROSet/2K-NET32 on the Intel CD supplied with the product. Skip Steps 13 and 14 below
and continue with Step 15.
13. Display the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen by removing and re-inserting the
Intel CD, or by running autorun.exe from the CD. Click Wireless LAN Adapters.
14. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install Software.
15. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) PROSet screen, click Next.
16. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
17. On the Setup Type screen, select Typical and then click Next. This is the recommended
setting for a first-time installation.
18. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
19. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish. Click Exit to close the
Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen or leave it open if you wish to install
Wireless Administration Tools.
20. To launch Intel PROSet, double-click the PROSet icon in the system tray or follow the
path Start > Programs > Intel Network Adapters > Intel(R) PROSet. For additional
information on the program, press F1 or click Help while the program is running.
Administration Tools Installation (Optional)
Continue with the following steps to install the Intel(R) Wireless Administration Tools Site Survey
and AP Discovery (optional):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of the Administration Tools. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can
start the Administration Tools installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file
APAdmin.msi in the path APPS/PROSet/2K-NET32 on the Intel CD supplied with the product.
Skip Steps 21 and 22 below and continue with Step 23.
21. On the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen, click Wireless LAN Adapters.
You can display this screen by removing and re-inserting the Intel CD, or by running
autorun.exe from the CD.
22. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install AP Admin Tools.
23. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) Wireless Administration
Tools screen, click Next.
24. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
25. On the Setup Type screen, verify that Typical is selected, then click Next.
26. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
27. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish. Click Exit to close the
Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen.
28. To launch the Wireless Administration Tools, follow the path Start > Programs > Intel(R)
PRO Wireless > Access Point Administration Tools and select AP Discovery or Site
Survey. For additional information on either program, press F1 or click Help while the
program is running.
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Installation under Windows 2000
Preliminary Notes
The installation instructions in this section are based on the following assumptions:
• The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter hardware has already been installed in
the computer in accordance with the computer manufacturer's instructions.
• The computer has not been powered on since the hardware installation was completed.
• No other wireless LAN card is installed in this computer.
To install the driver before installing hardware, use Start > Run and browse to the file
SetupWLD.exe in the path PROW7100\WIN2K on the Intel CD. After running SetupWLD.exe,
shut down the computer and install the hardware. When the computer restarts, the driver will be
automatically installed.
After loading the Windows 2000 operating system, be sure to log in with administrative
rights. If you log in to Windows 2000 without administrative rights, you may run into problems
during the installation.
During initial adapter installation and configuration, it may take up to two minutes for adapter
settings to be confirmed.
Driver Installation
To install driver software in Windows* 2000, follow these steps:
1. Power up the computer in which the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter
hardware has just been installed.
2. Log in with administrative rights when prompted by Windows 2000.
3. Wait for Windows to detect the newly installed hardware and display the Found New
Hardware Wizard dialog. If Windows does not detect the new hardware, see
Troubleshooting.
4. Insert the Intel CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the Intel(R) PRO Network
Connections menu screen appears, leave it open and click the Found New Hardware
Wizard dialog to make that the active window.
5. On the Install Hardware Device Drivers screen verify that Search for a suitable driver
for my device (recommended) is selected, then click Next.
6. When the Locate Driver Files dialog appears, verify that the item CD-ROM drives is
checked and click Next.
7. When the Driver Files Search Results dialog appears, indicating that a driver was
found, click Next.
8. On the Network Name screen, click Next to accept the default Network Name (SSID)
101, or enter a specific SSID for your network, then click Next.
9. On the Data Encryption screen, click Next to accept the default encryption setting
None, or enter specific encryption settings for your network, then click Next.
10. On the Found New Hardware Wizard screen, click Finish. Proceed to install Intel
PROSet.
Intel(R) PROSet Installation (Required)
Continue with the following steps to install the Intel PROSet wireless configuration utility
(required):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of utility software. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu screen
does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can start the
PROSet installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file PROSet.msi in the path
APPS/PROSet/2K-NET32 on the Intel CD supplied with the product. Skip Steps 11 and 12 below
and continue with Step 13.
11. On the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen, click Wireless LAN Adapters.
This screen may have been launched in step 4 above. If the screen is not visible
when you close the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog, display it by removing and re-
inserting the Intel CD, or by running autorun.exe from the CD.
12. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install Software.
13. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) PROSet screen, click Next.
14. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
15. On the Setup Type screen, verify that Typical is selected, then click Next. This is the
recommended setting for a first-time installation.
16. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
17. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish. Click Exit to close the
Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen or leave it open if you wish to install
Wireless Administration Tools.
18. To launch Intel PROSet, double-click the PROSet icon in the system tray or follow the
path Start > Programs > Intel Network Adapters > Intel(R) PROSet. For additional
information on the program, press F1 or click Help while the program is running.
During initial adapter installation and configuration, it may take up to two minutes for adapter
settings to be confirmed.
Administration Tools Installation (Optional)
Continue with the following steps to install the Intel(R) Wireless Administration Tools Site Survey
and AP Discovery (optional):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of the Administration Tools. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can
start the Administration Tools installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file
APAdmin.msi in the path APPS/PROSet/2K-NET32 on the Intel CD supplied with the product.
Skip Steps 19 and 20 below and continue with Step 21.
19. On the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen, click Wireless LAN Adapters.
This screen may have been launched in step 4 above. If the screen is not visible
when you close the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog, display it by removing and re-
inserting the Intel CD, or by running autorun.exe from the CD.
20. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install AP Admin Tools.
21. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) Wireless Administration
Tools screen, click Next.
22. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
23. On the Setup Type screen, verify that Typical is selected, then click Next.
24. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
25. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish. Click Exit to close the
Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen.
26. To launch the Wireless Administration Tools, follow the path Start > Programs > Intel(R)
PRO Wireless > Access Point Administration Tools and select AP Discovery or Site
Survey. For additional information on either program, press F1 or click Help while the
program is running.
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Installation under Windows Me
Preliminary Notes
The installation instructions in this section are based on the following assumptions:
• The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter hardware has already been installed in
the computer in accordance with the computer manufacturer's instructions.
• The computer has not been powered on since the hardware installation was completed.
• No other wireless LAN card is installed in this computer.
To install the driver before installing hardware, use Start > Run and browse to the file
SetupWLD.exe in the path PROW7100\WINSE-ME on the Intel CD. After running
SetupWLD.exe, shut down the computer and install the hardware. When the computer restarts,
the driver will be automatically installed.
Driver Installation
To install the software in Windows* Me (Millennium Edition), follow these steps:
1. Power up the computer in which the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter
hardware has just been installed.
2. Wait for Windows to detect the newly installed hardware and display the Add New
Hardware Wizard dialog. DO NOT click Next. Verify that Automatic search for a better
driver (Recommended) is selected. If Windows does not detect the new hardware, see
Troubleshooting.
3. Insert the Intel CD into your CD drive. Windows installs the driver from the CD. If the
installation does not start automatically, click Next on the Add New Hardware Wizard
screen.
4. On the Network Name screen, click Next to accept the default Network Name (SSID)
101, or enter a specific SSID for your network, then click Next.
5. On the Data Encryption screen, click Next to accept the default encryption setting
None, or enter specific encryption settings for your network, then click Next.
6. Click Finish on the Add New Hardware Wizard screen when the driver installation is
complete.
7. When prompted to restart the computer, click No. You will restart it manually later.
Proceed to install PROSet.
Intel(R) PROSet Installation (Required)
To install the Intel PROSet utility, continue with the following steps:
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of utility software. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu screen
does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can start the
PROSet installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file PROSet.msi in the path
APPS/PROSet/WN98SEME on the Intel CD supplied with the product. Skip Steps 8 and 9 below
and continue with Step 10.
8. Display the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen by removing and re-inserting the
Intel CD, or by running autorun.exe from the CD. Click Wireless Adapters.
9. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install Software.
10. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) PROSet II screen, click Next.
11. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
12. On the Setup Type screen, select Typical and then click Next. This is the recommended
setting for a first-time installation.
13. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
14. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish.
15. When prompted to restart the computer, click Yes.
16. To launch Intel PROSet, double-click the PROSet icon in the system tray or follow the
path Start > Programs > Intel Network Adapters > Intel(R) PROSet. For additional
information on the program, press F1 or click Help while the program is running.
Administration Tools Installation (Optional)
After restarting the computer, continue with the following steps to install the Intel(R) Wireless
Administration Tools Site Survey and AP Discovery (optional):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of the Administration Tools. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can
start the Administration Tools installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file
APAdmin.msi in the path APPS/PROSet/WN98SEME on the Intel CD supplied with the product.
Skip Steps 17 and 18 below and continue with Step 19.
17. On the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen, click Wireless LAN Adapters.
You can display this screen by removing and re-inserting the Intel CD, or by running
autorun.exe from the CD.
18. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install AP Admin Tools.
19. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) Wireless Administration
Tools screen, click Next.
20. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
21. On the Setup Type screen, verify that Typical is selected, then click Next.
22. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
23. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish.
24. To launch the Wireless Administration Tools, follow the path Start > Programs > Intel(R)
PRO Wireless > Access Point Administration Tools and select AP Discovery or Site
Survey. For additional information on either program, press F1 or click Help while the
program is running.
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Installation under Windows 98SE
Preliminary Notes
The installation instructions in this section are based on the following assumptions:
• The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter hardware has already been installed in
the computer in accordance with the computer manufacturer's instructions.
• The computer has not been powered on since the hardware installation was completed.
• No other wireless LAN card is installed in the computer.
To install the driver before installing hardware, use Start > Run and browse to the file
SetupWLD.exe in the path PROW7100\WINSE-ME on the Intel CD. After running
SetupWLD.exe, shut down the computer and install the hardware. When the computer restarts,
the driver will be automatically installed.
Driver Installation
To install the software in Windows* 98SE, follow these steps:
1. Power up the computer in which the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter
hardware has just been installed.
2. Wait for Windows to detect the newly installed hardware and display the Add New
Hardware Wizard dialog. Click Next. If Windows does not detect the new hardware, see
Troubleshooting.
3. Insert the Intel CD into your CD drive.
4. On the New Hardware Wizard screen, select Search for the best driver for you
device (Recommended), and click Next, then select CD drive and click Next.
5. On the Network Name screen, click Next to accept the default Network Name (SSID)
101, or enter a specific SSID for your network, then click Next.
6. On the Data Encryption screen, click Next to accept the default encryption setting
None, or enter specific encryption settings for your network, then click Next.
7. On the Add New Hardware Wizard screen, click Finish.
8. When prompted to restart the computer, click No. You will restart it manually later.
Proceed to the installation of PROSet.
Intel(R) PROSet Installation (Required)
To install the Intel PROSet utility, continue with the following steps:
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of utility software. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu screen
does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can start the
PROSet installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file PROSet.msi in the path
APPS/PROSet/WN98SEME on the Intel CD supplied with the product. Skip Steps 9 and 10
below and continue with Step 11.
9. Display the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen by removing and re-inserting the
Intel CD, or by running autorun.exe from the CD. Click Wireless Adapters.
10. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install Software.
11. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) PROSet II screen, click Next.
12. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
13. On the Setup Type screen, select Typical and then click Next. This is the recommended
setting for a first-time installation.
14. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
15. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish.
16. When prompted to restart the computer, click Yes.
17. To launch Intel PROSet, double-click the PROSet icon in the system tray or follow the
path Start > Programs > Intel Network Adapters > Intel(R) PROSet. For additional
information on the program, press F1 or click Help while the program is running.
Administration Tools Installation (Optional)
After restarting the computer, continue with the following steps to install the Intel(R) Wireless
Administration Tools Site Survey and AP Discovery (optional):
Some versions of this product do not support the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen for installation of the Administration Tools. If the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections menu
screen does not appear, or if it does not have a menu item for Wireless LAN Adapters, you can
start the Administration Tools installer manually using Start > Run and browsing to the file
APAdmin.msi in the path APPS/PROSet/WN98SEME on the Intel CD supplied with the product.
Skip Steps 18 and 19 below and continue with Step 20.
18. On the Intel(R) PRO Network Connections screen, click Wireless LAN Adapters.
You can display this screen by removing and re-inserting the Intel CD, or by running
autorun.exe from the CD.
19. On the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapters menu screen, click Install AP Admin Tools.
20. On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Intel(R) Wireless Administration
Tools screen, click Next.
21. On the License Agreement screen, after reading the license agreement, select I accept
the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
22. On the Setup Type screen, verify that Typical is selected, then click Next.
23. On the Ready to Install the Program screen click Install.
24. After the software is installed on your computer, click Finish.
25. To launch the Wireless Administration Tools, follow the path Start > Programs > Intel(R)
PRO Wireless > Access Point Administration Tools and select AP Discovery or Site
Survey. For additional information on either program, press F1 or click Help while the
program is running.
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Using Wireless Profiles in PROSet
• Creating a New Profile
• Creating a VPN Profile
• Importing and Exporting Profiles
• Automatic Profile Distribution
• Editing an Existing Profile
• Deleting a Profile
• Connecting to a Network without a Profile
• Profile Connection Preferences
• Loading a Profile from the Task Tray
A profile is a saved group of network settings. Profiles are displayed in the Profile List in the
PROSet General page. Profiles can be arranged in order of network connection priority. You can
connect to one network using the first profile in the Profile List, then automatically connect to
another network using the next profile. This allows you to stay connected while roaming freely
from one wireless network to another. Although you can assign multiple profiles to a single
network, you can only use one profile per connection.
Profile general settings include, the network name (SSID), channel, security settings, and TCP/IP
settings. The Networks tab allows you to add, edit and delete profiles.
Creating a New Profile
To add a new profile, use the Profile Wizard sequence of dialogs to configure the profile contents.
The following example uses all of the Profile Wizard dialogs. Some settings may not be required
for all profiles.
To create a new profile and connect to a network:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Add button. The General Settings dialog displays.
NOTE: If this is the first time you have created a profile, click the profile named Default in
the Profile List, click the Edit button and rename the default profile in the Profile Name
field on the General page.
Step 1 of 4: General Settings
4. Enter a profile name in the Profile Name field.
5. Enter the network SSID, in the Network Name (SSID) field.
6. Click the operating mode to use, Infrastructure or Ad hoc.
7. The Mandatory AP option is not required unless the adapter has to connect to a specific
access point or computer. Click the Mandatory AP button to force the adapter to connect
to a specific access point. Enter the Ethernet address for the access point or computer
(Ad-hoc). Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page.
8. The Mandatory AP option is not required unless the adapter has to connect to a specific
access point or computer. Click the Mandatory AP button to force the adapter to connect
to a specific access point. Enter the Ethernet address for the access point or computer
(Ad-hoc). Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page.Click the
Configure TCP/IP and VPN settings checkbox to access the TCP/IP and VPN settings.
If these settings are not required, leave the box unchecked, proceed to step 9.
9. Check the Enable Auto-Import check box to allow this profile to be imported. Refer to
Automatic Profile Distribution for more information.
10. Click Next.
Step 2 of 4: TCP/IP and VPN Client Settings
11. Use these options to configure TCP/IP and VPN settings for a VPN profile. Click Next
when finished.
Step 3 of 4: Security Settings
12. Select Open or Shared in the Network Authentication drop-down menu. Open, does not
use any authentication method. Shared uses the WEP key as the authentication method.
13. Click the Enable data encryption (WEP) checkbox to configure WEP encryption
settings.
14. Click the Password protect this profile checkbox to assign a password to the profile.
15. Click Next.
Step 4 of 4: Password Protection Settings
16. Click the Password protect this profile checkbox.
17. Enter a password in the Password field.
18. Reenter the same password in the Confirm New Password field.
19. Click the Back button to change or verify the settings or click Finish when you have
completed the profile settings and return to the Networks page.
20. Click the new profile name shown in the Profile List. Use the up and down arrows to
position the priority of the new profile in the priority list.
21. Click the Advanced button to set the network connection preferences.
22. Click the Connect button to connect to the network.
23. Click OK to close the PROSet dialog.
Creating a VPN Profile
To create a VPN profile:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Select the profile to add VPN settings to from the Profile List.
4. Click the Edit button and the General page appears.
5. Click the Network tab.
6. Click the Configure button for the TCP/IP Settings. Make sure that Obtain an IP
address automatically and Obtain DNS address automatically is selected.
7. Click the Close button to close the dialog.
8. Click the Configure button for the VPN Client Settings.
9. Click Enable VPN for this profile checkbox.
10. Select the VPN client software from the Available VPN Clients drop-down menu.
11. Select the VPN profile if your VPN client software displays the VPN tunnel name.
12. Click the Close button to close the dialog.
13. Click OK on any of the pages to save all the settings and return to the Networks page.
14. Click the VPN profile name shown in the Profile List. Use the up and down arrows to
position the priority of new profile in the priority list.
15. Click the Connect button to connect to the network. The VPN profile name displays a
connect icon. Note: There must be an IP address assigned before the VPN client
software can be launched. Click the Details button to verify that an IP address has been
assigned.
16. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your credentials before connecting.
17. Click OK to close the PROSet dialog.
Importing and Exporting Profiles
Important: Only password protected profiles can be imported and exported. Refer to Setting a
Profile Password for more information.
To import profiles:
1. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
2. Click the Advanced button.
3. Click the Import/Export button.
4. Click the Import button.
5. Locate the profile to import on your hard disk or enter the profile name in the File name
field. The profile extension is .profile.
6. Click the Import to import the profile into the Profile List.
7. Click OK twice to return to the General page.
8. Click OK to close the PROSet dialog.
To export profiles:
1. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
2. Click the Advanced button.
3. Click the profiles to export from the export profile list.
4. Click the Browse button and select a directory to save the profiles in. Click OK to return
to the previous dialog.
5. Click the Export button to start exporting the profiles.
6. Click OK twice to return to the General dialog.
7. Click OK to close the PROSet dialog.
Automatic Profile Distribution
The Enable Auto-Import feature allow a network administrator to distribute a profile automatically
to computers connected to a network. The Enable Auto-Import box is located on the Profile
Wizard dialogs. When the checkbox is checked the profile must be copied to a specific directory
on the host computer, from there it can be distributed to multiple computers. Once the profile is
received by the remote computer it will automatically be available for use from the Scan profile
list. If an attempt is made to edit a distributed profile that is password protected, a password
prompt will appear.
Automatically importing WLAN profiles is accomplished by monitoring the import folder on your
hard disk for new profile files. Only profile that have the Enable Auto-Import checked on the
Profile Wizard dialog can be automatically imported. If a profile of the same name already exists
in the Profile List, a dialog is displayed from which you can either reject the import, or accept in
which case the existing profile will be replaced. All imported profiles will be placed at the bottom
of the Profile List, and the profile file will be immediately deleted after the import whether the
import was successful or not.
To distribute a profile to other computers on a network:
1. Select a profile to be edited from the Profile List in the Networks page, and click the Edit
button or click the Add button to create a new profile using the Profile Wizard.
2. Check the Enable Auto-Import checkbox on the General page.
3. Click OK (Edit a profile) or Finish (Add a profile) to save the setting.
4. Copy the profile to the Programs Files/Intel/PROSet/Import directory. The profile is now
ready to distribute to other computers.
Editing an Existing Profile
To edit an existing profile:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Edit button. The General page displays.
4. Click on the General, Security, Network and Password tabs to make the necessary
changes for the network profile settings:
5. Click OK on any of the pages to save all the settings and return to the Networks page.
6. Click the new profile name shown in the Profile List. Use the up and down arrows to
position the priority of new profile in the priority list.
7. Click the Advanced button to set the network connection preferences.
8. Click the Connect button to connect to the network.
9. Click OK to close the PROSet dialog.
Deleting a Profile
To delete a profile:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Click the profile to be deleted from the Profile List.
4. Click the Delete button.
5. Click Yes to permanently delete the profile.
Connecting to a Network Without a Profile
To connect to an available network without a profile:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Scan button.
4. Select the network profile name with <no profile> shown, and click the Connect button.
5. Click the No, connect me directly without creating a profile option. Note, you can click
Yes, create a profile for this network now to create a profile to be used later.
6. Click OK to connect.
Profile Connection Preferences
To access the profile connection preference option:
1. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
2. Click the Advanced button.
3. Under the Auto-connection heading, click the one of the following options:
• Connect to available networks using profiles only (Default setting): Use the profiles in the
Profile List to connect to any available network.
• Connect to any available network if no matching profile is found: Connect to any available
network without using a profile from the Profile List.
4. Click OK to save the setting and return to the previous dialog.
Loading a Profile from the Task Tray
To load a profile from the Task Tray:
1. Right-click PROSet icon in the task tray.
2. Select the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3B Mini PCI Adapter.
3. Click Select Profile and select the profile to be launched.
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Connecting to a Network using PROSet
• Connecting to a Network Automatically
• Scanning for Available Networks
• Connecting to a Network Using an Access Point
• Connecting to a Peer-to-Peer (Ad Hoc) Network
• Disconnecting from a Network
• Switching the Adapter Off and On
• Switching Between Wired and Wireless Adapters
Connecting to a Network Automatically
The Configuration Service feature operates in background to automatically display available
networks not listed in the Profile List. This method provides automatic connection in a 2.4 or
5GHz environment to available networks in the range of your wireless adapter. The Configuration
Service constantly monitors your wireless adapter's connection status. If no matching profiles are
found in the Profile List for a network, a dialog automatically displays the available network
access points and computers (ad hoc mode) within range of the wireless adapter. The
Configuration Service can also be used if there is more than one wireless adapter installed using
802.11a and 802.11b bands.
The Configuration Service features are as follows:
• The Configuration Service is launched when you log on to your computer.
• No active profile switching will be performed. Once the adapter is associated with the
access point, if a higher priority profile becomes available, no switching will occur.
• The Configuration Service is only be available if the PROSet is installed.
• If a connection to an access point cannot be made using any of the profiles in the Profile
List, a dialog will display the available networks.
• If there are multiple profiles listed for an available network, a dialog box will list the
profiles for you to choose from.
The Configuration Service can be used in two ways:
• To connect using preferred profiles only. In this mode the Configuration Service will
attempt to connect to a network access point using the Profile List only. If a matching
profile is not found, a dialog appears that lists available networks. From this dialog you
can connect to any available network. You can also close this dialog without connecting
by clicking the Cancel button. The adapter will remain unassociated, and the list of
available networks will NOT be displayed again unless a new available network is
detected.
• To connect to any available network (if no matching profile found). In this mode, the
Configuration Service attempts to connect to a network access point using the Profile
List. If no matching profile is found, the Configuration Service attempts to automatically
connect to any available network. This mode is set in the Advanced Setting.
Enabling Automatic Connection
The Configuration Service also monitors for the "resume status" after a laptop computer suspend
event. When this occurs, the Configuration Service will re-enable the automatic connection
service.
These features can be enabled again after rebooting your computer or after a suspend and
resume cycle.
Disabling Automatic Connection
The Configuration Service watches for another profile management service, such as Windows*
XP Zero Config and AAA clients, to be detected. When another service is found, the
Configuration Service stops processing connection information and a dialog box gives you the
option of disabling the Configuration Service or continuing your wireless connection without
interruption.
To re-enable the Configuration Service:
1. Reboot your computer.
2. Resume after a computer suspend.
3. Use the Advanced Settings options to manually re-enable the Configuration Service.
NOTE: The Configuration Service displays a list of available networks within the range of
your wireless adapter when no matching profiles are found in the Profile List and the
Connect button is not used to connect to a network.
When the Configuration Service is disabled, the current connection will continue with the following
PROSet features disabled:
• The Connect button on the Profile page is disabled.
• The Scan button can be used to scan for available networks, but the Connect button is
disabled when used to connect to a network.
• Ad hoc mode is disabled and the Connect button in the Ad Hoc Connect dialog box is
disabled.
• From the Task Tray menu, launching an ad hoc profile and applying a profile is disabled.
• The buttons described above will not be disabled if you click the message: Another
wireless LAN utility is communicating with the Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Adapter. To avoid
conflicts, PROSet has temporarily disabled its Profile Management features.
Scanning for Available Networks
A fast way to connect to a network is to use the Scan button to search for a network access point
in range of your wireless adapter. When a network is found, you can instantly connect without a
profile or create a new profile.
NOTE: Profiles with the Enable Auto-Import feature enabled will also be displayed in the
profile list of available networks. Refer to Automatic Profile Distribution for more
information.
To scan for available networks:
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Select the Networks tab.
3. Click the Scan button.
4. The Available Networks dialog displays the names of the available networks.
5. Select the network from the list, and click the Connect button. Click the Refresh button
to refresh the list of available networks.
6. To connect without creating a profile, click No, connect me directly without creating a
profile.
Click Yes, create a profile for this network now to create a new profile using the Profile
Wizard.
7. Click OK to connect to a network.
Connecting to a Network Using an Access Point
An infrastructure network consists of one or more access points and one or more computers with
wireless adapters installed. Each access point must have a wired connection to the Local Area
Network (LAN).
The following describes how to create a new profile using the Profile Wizard and
connect to an access point using the Connect button. You can also connect to a network,
by using the Scan button.
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Add button.
4. Enter the profile name in the text box.
5. Enter a network name (SSID) in the text box.
6. Select Infrastructure for the operating mode.
7. The Mandatory AP option is not required unless the adapter has to connect to a specific
access point or computer. Click the Mandatory AP button to force the adapter to connect
to a specific access point. Enter the Ethernet address for the access point or computer
(Ad-hoc). Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page.
8. Click the Configure TCP/IP and VPN settings check box and click the Next button to
access the TCP/IP and VPN settings. If these settings are not required, leave the box
unchecked and proceed to step 11.
9. Click the Next button to select the WEP security settings.
10. Click the Password protect this profile checkbox and click Next button to access the
Password Protection settings. Click Finish after the password information has been
entered. If this option is not required, leave the box unchecked and proceed to step 11.
11. Click OK to save the profile settings and return to the Networks page.
12. Under Transmit channel, Channel 7 is the default transmit channel. Unless the other
computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel, there is no need to change the
default channel. To change the channel, click the Adapter tab and click the Configure
button under Adapter Settings. Select a channel from the 802.11b Channel List pull-
down menu. Click OK to save the setting.
13. Click OK to save the settings and return to the Networks page.
14. After creating the new profile, click the profile in the Profile List. Profiles using
infrastructure mode are indicated by a computer icon next to the profile name.
15. Click the Connect button to connect to the ad hoc network.
Connecting to a Peer-to-Peer (Ad Hoc) Network
In peer-to-peer (ad hoc) mode, you can send and receive information to other computers without
using an access point. Each computer in a peer-to-peer network is called a peer.
To create or join an ad hoc network, enter a personal password. Network related settings (SSID),
operating mode, WEP 128-bit encryption, and IP addresses are automatically created. Once a
network connection is established, after permission rights are given by other computers in the ad
hoc network, you can freely share files. All wireless clients in the ad hoc network must use the
same network name (SSID) and channel number. For a list of allowed 802.11b ad hoc channels,
refer to the Adapter Settings for more information.
NOTE: While scanning with an ad hoc profile set to a specific transmit channel, if an ad
hoc network is found on another channel, you will be connected using the new channel.
The new channel number is displayed in the Adapter Settings.
There are two ways to connect to an ad hoc network:
• Connect using an ad hoc profile. Refer to Creating a New Profile for details.
Select an ad hoc profile from the Profile List and click the Connect button. This method
uses a pre-defined ad hoc profile created by the Profile Wizard. The ad hoc profile is
displayed in the Profile List.
• One-time ad hoc session. Refer to Starting an Ad Hoc (peer-to-peer) Connection below
for details.
This method does not use a pre-defined profile. To connect to any ad hoc network, use
the Scan button to scan for any ad hoc networks, enter the password (SSID), then click
the Connect button to connect. To end the session, click the Close button to end the
session.
Ending an Ad Hoc Session
To end an ad hoc session, click the Close button. After the session is ended, an attempt is made
to re-connect to the last profile used from the Profile List.
Creating an Ad Hoc Profile Using the Profile Wizard
The following describes how to create a new ad hoc profile using the Profile Wizard
and connect to an ad hoc network. You can also connect to a network, by using the Scan button.
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Add button.
4. Enter the profile name in the text box.
5. Enter a network name (SSID) in the text box.
6. Select Ad Hoc for the operating mode.
7. The Mandatory AP option is not required unless the adapter has to connect to a specific
access point or computer. Click the Mandatory AP button to force the adapter to connect
to a specific access point. Enter the Ethernet address for the access point or computer
(Ad-hoc). Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page.
8. Click the Configure TCP/IP and VPN settings check box and click the Next button to
access the TCP/IP and VPN settings. If these settings are not required, leave the box
unchecked and proceed to step 11.
9. Click the Next button to select the WEP security settings.
10. Click the Password protect this profile checkbox and click Next button to access the
Password Protection settings. Click Finish after the password information has been
entered. If this option is not required, leave the box unchecked and proceed to step 11.
11. Click OK to save the profile settings and return to the Networks page.
12. Under Transmit channel, Channel 7 is the default transmit channel. Unless the other
computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel, there is no need to change the
default channel. To change the channel, click the Adapter tab and click the Configure
button under Adapter Settings. Select a channel from the 802.11b Channel List pull-
down menu. Click OK to save the setting.
13. Click OK to save the settings and return to the Networks page.
14. After creating the new profile, click the profile in the Profile List. Profiles using
infrastructure mode are indicated by a computer icon next to the profile name.
15. Click the Connect button to connect to the ad hoc network.
Starting an Ad Hoc (peer-to-peer) Connection
To communicate properly, all computers/peers on an ad hoc network must have Intel wireless
adapters installed. To connect to an ad hoc network for a one-time session:
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Start button.
4. Enter the password (SSID) in the text box.
5. Under Transmit channel, Channel 7 is the default transmit channel. Unless the other
computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel, there is no need to change the
default channel. To change the channel, click the Advanced button. Select a channel
from the pull-down channel menu under Adapter Configuration. Click OK to save the
setting and return to the Ad Hoc dialog.
6. Under IP Address, the IP address is automatically assigned for your laptop wireless
adapter. However, this DHCP assigned IP address can be changed. To change the IP
address, click the Advanced button. Select Manual under Network Configuration, and
enter the IP address and subnet mask for your laptop wireless adapter. Click OK to save
the setting and return to the Ad Hoc dialog.
7. Select the peer name from the displayed list of computers in the ad hoc network.
8. Click the Connect button to connect to the ad hoc network.
9. Under Send Files, files can be sent to another computer in the ad hoc network. To send
a file, click the Send File button. Locate the file you want to sent, and click Send.
10. Click the Close button to end the ad hoc session.
Disconnecting from a Network
To disconnect from a network, turn the radio to OFF from the General page in PROSet.
Switching the Adapter Off and On
When your laptop is switched on, the adapter radio is constantly transmitting signals. In certain
situations, such as in a plane, signals from the radio may cause interference. This software
function allows you to use your laptop with the radio switched off.
To switch off the adapter radio from the General page (next to Wireless Device) click the Off
button for the following results:
• The wireless adapter is not associated with the network.
• PROSet can be used to edit or add profile contents.
To switch on the adapter radio on from the General page (next to Wireless Device), click the On
button for the following results:
• With PROSet active, the wireless adapter will try to associate with the network access
point using the last profile. If the adapter cannot connect to the access point, the
Configuration Service will attempt to find an available network. Refer to Configuration
Service above for more information.
Switching Between Wired and Wireless Adapters
Adapter switching enables your computer to automatically switch between wired and the Intel
PRO/Wireless LAN 7100/2100 3B Mini PCI adapter, so your laptop computer can maintain the
best possible connection to the network while moving from one location to another. When
Adapter Switching is enabled, DHCP is disabled on all other wired adapters except for the
adapter currently being used. However, connection is possible using another wired adapter using
an auto IP address setting.
Adapter switching switches between wired and wireless adapters for the following Intel PRO
adapters:
• Wired LAN adapters. This type of adapter connects to a network through an Ethernet
network cable. Adapter Switching supports adapters in the PRO/100 family, including the
PRO/100 Mobile Adapters.
• Intel PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI adapter. This adapter send data to and from the
network through the adapter's antenna.
By default, adapter switching uses the wired Ethernet adapter when both wired and wireless
adapters are present and working. If you detach the wired adapter, adapter switching
automatically switches to the wireless adapter. When you attach an Ethernet cable again, adapter
switching automatically switches back to the wired Ethernet connection.
You can change your wireless preferences from the Advanced Settings dialog and prioritize your
wireless and wired adapters from the Adapter Switching dialog.
You can also install multiple wired adapters, or install two wireless adapters if the network
supports both 802.11a and 802.11b wireless standards. Then when you detach the wired
adapter, your computer uses the wireless adapter that gives the best data rate.
Wireless Preferences
One or more wired adapter and one or two wireless adapter can be installed in the same
computer. Using the adapter switching feature, you can select your priority for a specific type of
adapter, wired or wireless.
If adapter switching is enabled, the installed adapters are selected from a preference list. To
access the network preferences:
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Click the Networks tab.
3. Click the Advanced button.
4. Select your preferences from the options shown.
5. Click OK to save the settings and return to the Profiles dialog.
Adapter Switching Considerations
Consider the following issues when switching adapters:
• Adapter switching requires the use of DHCP. It cannot be used with fixed IP addressing.
• Only Intel wired and wireless adapters are supported.
• Adapter switching cannot be used on a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
• Adapter switching should not be applied while an active data transfer is in progress.
• PROSet determines how many wireless adapters are present in the computer.
• PROSet supports simultaneous wireless adapter operation for the following:
o 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz installed adapters: Supports simultaneous operation in either
ad hoc or infrastructure mode.
o 2.4 GHz and 2.4 GHz installed adapters: Supports simultaneous operation where
one adapter is in ad hoc mode and the other adapter is in infrastructure mode.
Simultaneous operation with both adapters in infrastructure or ad hoc mode is
not be supported.
o The second adapter added is not supported.
o 5 GHz and 5 GHz installed adapters: Supports simultaneous operation where
one adapter is in ad hoc mode and the other adapter is in infrastructure mode.
Simultaneous operation with both adapters in infrastructure mode or ad hoc is
not supported.
o The second adapter added is not supported.
o Maximum of four adapters is supported.
Switching Between 2.4 and 5 GHz Bands
PROSet supports switching between 802.11a (5 GHz) and 802.11b (2.4 GHz) bands. Using the
Advanced Settings options, you can define band priorities.
Changing the Settings for Adapter Switching
If you have two adapters installed, you can define the adapter to be used first. Adapter priorities
can be set in the Adapter Switching dialog.
To change the adapter switching settings:
1. From the General page, select the wireless adapter on the left side pane.
2. Click the Adapter Switching icon on the left side pane.
3. Click the Adapter Switching checkbox under the Settings heading.
4. Prioritize adapters in the lower adapter display list.
Select an adapter in the Adapter Type list and use the up/down arrows on the left side of
the dialog to arrange the adapters in priority. The adapter in the highest position is used
first.
5. Click the adapter name that you want to use in the upper display list. The current adapter
link status displays next to the adapter name.
NOTE: One wireless adapter can be used for each band operating at a time.
6. After you have switched to the desired adapter, click OK to close the Adapter Switching
dialog and return to the General tab.
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Security Overview
• Wireless Security
• Security Guidelines
• Protecting Your Network
Wireless Security
Since wireless networking devices transmit information through radio waves, it is imperative that
you protect your information by configuring your security settings. There are three main
components that, when used together, can protect your wireless network:
• Service Set Identifier (SSID) — The name of a device on a network, the SSID is the first
level of security, but it is not fool-proof because the access points broadcast the SSIDs
across a wireless network. This level of security is okay if you are on a peer-to-peer
network without any access points, but for larger networks, more complex security
measures should be put in place.
• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) — Supported by the IEEE 802.11 standard, WEP uses
64- or 128-bit encryption keys to encrypt data as it is sent or received by each client on a
wireless network. The way these keys are authenticated determines the level of security
on your wireless network. Using the default keys, however, makes your wireless network
vulnerable and you should not use them.
• Authentication Server — An authentication server works with each client to authenticate
access with a session-specific WEP key. This type of server protects sensitive user and
password information from intruders.
Security Guidelines
The following can help to achieve maximum security for your wireless network:
1. Enable WEP on your wireless network and change the WEP key daily or weekly.
2. Protect your drives and folders with passwords.
3. Change the default SSID.
4. Change the WEP key with each session, if possible.
5. Enable MAC address filtering, if possible.
6. Implement a Virtual Private Network (VPN) system to increase security. A VPN client is
included in most operating systems.
Protecting Your Network
• Authentication Types
• Encryption Keys
• WEP Encryption
• 802.1x
• IPSEC
• TKIP
• Virtual Private Networks
Authentication Types
The IEEE 802.1x standard provides a general authentication framework for 802 LANs and
specifies an extensible authentication protocol (EAP) to enable LAN transport for many different
types of authentication protocols.
Encryption Keys
To protect client traffic, the 802.11 standard defines Wireless Encryption Privacy (WEP) with fixed
encryption keys (and three optional key lengths). The use of fixed keys has made it easy to
mount several types of attack against WEP.
WEP Encryption
You can prevent unauthorized reception of your wireless data using the IEEE 802.11 Wired
Equivalent Privacy (WEP). The standard includes two levels of security, using a 64-bit key
(sometimes referred to as 40-bit) or a 128-bit key. For better security, use a 128-bit key. If you
use encryption, all wireless devices on your WLAN must use the same encryption settings.
Refer to Setting up WEP Encryption for more information.
802.1x
A WAN client initiates an authorization request to the access point, which authenticates the client
to an Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) compliant RADIUS server. This RADIUS server
may authenticate either the user (via passwords) or the machine (by MAC address).
IPSEC
Software based IPSEC transport security.
TKIP (Temporal key Integrity Protocol)
Uses an encryption method called fast-packet rekeying, that changes the encryption keys
frequency.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
The following VPN client software is supported by PROSet. Refer to Virtual Private Network
(VPN) for more information.
• Netstructure VPN (SST)
• Netstructure VPN (IPsec-IKE)
• Cisco 3000 VPN
• Checkpoint VPN (Non office transparent mode, connect office mode and connect non-
office mode)
• Microsoftt VPN (L2TP over IPsec transport, L2TP for configuration with ESP-in-UDP)
802.11a and 802.11b can be augmented with VPN security to protect TCP/IP based services.
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Setting Up WEP Encryption and Authentication
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and shared authentication provides protect for your
data on the network. WEP uses an encryption key to encrypt data before transmitting it. Only
computers using the same encryption key can access the network or decrypt the encrypted data
transmitted by other computers. Authentication provides an additional validation process from the
adapter to the access point.
Note: You must use the same encryption type, key index number, and WEP key as other devices
on your wireless network. Also, if 802.1x authentication is being used, WEP encryption must be
disabled.
To enable 64-bit (40-bit) or 128-bit encryption with authentication:
1. Select the wireless adapter in the left-side pane.
2. From the General page, click the Networks tab.
3. Select the profile from the Profile List and click the Edit button or click the Add button if
you are using the Profile Wizard.
4. Click the Security tab. Select Security Settings, the third dialog if using the Profile
Wizard.
5. Select Shared from the Network Authentication drop-down box.
6. Select 64-bit or 128-bit from the Encryption Level drop-down box.
7. Select a key index number 1, 2, 3, or 4 from the Encrypt data with key index drop-down
box to use for encryption. Key selection corresponds to the WEP encryption pass phrase
or WEP key.
8. Select either of the following:
• Pass phrase: Click Use Pass Phrase to enable it. Enter a text phrase,
up to five (using 64-bit) or 13 (using 128-bit) alphanumeric characters
((0-9, a-z or A-Z), in the pass phrase field.
• WEP key: Click Use WEP Keys to enable it. Enter up to ten (using 64-
bit) alphanumeric characters, 0-9, A-F, or twenty-six (using 128-bit)
alphanumeric characters, 0-9, A-F in the WEP key field.
9. Click OK to save the settings and return to the previous dialog.
NOTE: You must use the same encryption type, index number, and WEP key as other devices
on your wireless network.
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Troubleshooting
• Problems with installation
•
Before calling Customer Support
Users are dropped from the wireless network •
Range decreases as data rate increases •
Signal doesn't pass through a short or thin wall •
Signal strength drops when a cell phone is used in area •
Range is shorter than it should be •
Interference from fluorescent lights •
When too much range is undesirable •
Prevent access to wireless networks from outside the building •
Problems with network connectivity •
• Checking Adapter Statistics
Problems with installation
Windows does not detect the wireless adapter:
1. Remove and re-install the adapter.
2. Uninstall and reinstall the adapter's drivers.
Before calling Customer Support
Make a note of the following answers before calling customer support:
• How many remote units do you have talking to each access point?
• What channels are you using, and how are they dispersed?
• How much coverage overlap is there between access points?
• How high above the floor are the access points mounted?
• What revision of Intel(R) PROSet software or other LAN software are you running?
• What other electronic equipment is operating in the same band?
• What construction materials are used in wall and floors?
Users are dropped from the wireless network
Suggested causes and solutions:
• Find out if a person or workgroup moved or if the building has been rearranged.
• If two or more users are seated too close to each other, performance can suffer. Instruct
your users to space themselves a small distance apart to keep receivers from being
overloaded.
• Delivery trucks with very large metal sides can affect performance by reflecting
destructive signals back into a building. If you have an installation that includes a
shipping dock, check to see if problem coincides with the arrival of large trucks.
• Personal “systems” can also interfere with your network. Wireless speakers, cordless
earphones, some Bluetooth devices, and similar systems can be the source of an
infrequent but hard to find the problem. Some systems do not conform to wireless
regulations. Shut off suspect devices or remove them from the area.
• If possible, remove and reinstall your new software. Conflicts with other resident software
packages are always a possibility, and they are not always the fault of the newest
addition. Sometimes just starting over fixes the problem.
• Swap units around. Does your problem follow the changed units, or is it unique to a
specific location? If it follows the product, the swapped unit could be damaged, or
improperly configured. If the problem stays with the location, try to find out what is
different about that particular room or area.
Range decreases as data rate increases
This is a normal condition. Range is inversely proportional to data rate: the faster the data, the
shorter the range. This has to do with the modulation technology used. Very fast data rates
require extremely complex signal waveforms, where even minor distortions can result in data
errors. Slower data rates are much more tolerant, and consequently will get through even in the
presence of some amount of noise, interference, distortion and echo.
Signal doesn't pass through a short or thin wall
Range is highly dependent on the physical environment. In a line-of-sight location, with elevated
and calibrated antennas, range predictions are quite accurate. This is not true in a “typical” office
building, where the walls may be simple drywall (which is almost transparent to microwaves), or
could be plaster with metal underneath. Most sites are somewhere between these two extremes,
and consist of a mixture of surfaces. You can’t tell what is inside a wall by just looking at it, and
we can’t tell you exactly what distance you will achieve. Consider published range information to
be typical, average, common or usual. Do not expect it to be exact.
Signal strength drops when a cell phone is used in the area
Range also depends on the electronic environment. If other equipment that could cause
interference is nearby, the range of your transceiver could vary widely, and could change
suddenly when the other equipment activates. This is particularly true for 802.11b installations,
which share their frequencies with microwave ovens, cordless phones, wireless hi-fi speakers,
electronics toys and similar devices. Try to keep your system away from other transmitters, and
from other sources of electrical noise, such as large motors, spot welders, and similar
“electronically noisy” devices.
Range is shorter than it should be
Repeat some tests late in the evening, or on a weekend, when there may be less interference.
However, some users leave their networks turned all the time so this test is not foolproof. By all
means, try more than one channel. Your range problem may just be a nearby user whose system
uses your present test channel.
Interference from fluorescent lights
If you mount an access point close to fluorescent light fixtures, the lamp glow appears constant,
but inside the lamp tube, ionization appears and disappears 120 times a second. This can
modulate or “chop” an incoming signal and interfere with reception.
When too much range is undesirable
Too much range is not necessarily a good thing. At first it would appear that you would want as
much range as possible, but with the increase in range comes an increase in interference
potential, as your unit hears not only your other units but also manages to hear the systems of
other companies up and down the street. If you have a large installation, you will also wind up
with more than one access point using the same channel. If a remote unit hears two or more
access points, this will slow the network network.
Prevent access to wireless networks from outside the building
Excess transmit range presents a special reverse problem. For example, putting an access point
adjacent to a second floor bay window invites anyone with the right software on the street below
to pick up and enjoy all network transmissions. We discuss some possible solutions to this
problem further on.
Problems with Network Connectivity
If you cannot connect to the wireless network, try the following:
Check Network Settings
1. Select the wireless adapter in the PROSet left side pane.
2. From the General page, check that the Network Name (SSID) and operating mode are
correct. If the laptop is configured for ad hoc networking, make sure that the channel is
correct.
3. To correct these settings, click the Networks tab.
4. Select the profile being used.
5. Click the Edit button and make the changes.
Check Security Settings
1. Select the wireless adapter in the PROSet left side pane.
2. From the General page, check that the security settings are correct.
3. To correct the security settings, click the Networks tab.
4. Select the profile being used.
5. Click the Edit button.
6. Click the Security tab. Make sure that the settings for WEP encryption are correct.
Check Adapter Switching
1. Select the wireless adapter in the PROSet left side pane.
2. Select the Adapter Switching icon.
3. Check that the adapter is "Linked" to the network.
Checking Adapter Statistics
Adapter Statistics
If the adapter is communicating with an access point (infrastructure mode) or other
computers in peer-to-peer mode, click the Statistics button in the Troubleshooting tab to display
the current information about how well the adapter is transmitting and receiving information.
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Specifications
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless Mini PCI Adapter
(Models WM3B7100, WM3A7100 WM3B2100, and WM3A2100)
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor Mini PCI Type
Dimensions (HxWxD) Type 3B card: 2.34 in x 1.75 in x 0.20 in (59.45 mm
x 44.45 mm x 5 mm)
Weight 0.6 oz (17 g)
Antenna Interface Connector Hirose U.FL., Coax, surface-mount connectors
Dual Diversity Antenna On-board dual diversity switching
Connector Interface 124-pin Mini-PCI
Operating Temperature 0 to +65 Celsius
Humidity 10 to 90% non-condensing
Frequency and Modulation 802.11a 802.11b
Frequency band 5.15 GHz to 5.85 GHz 2.4 GHz to 2.48 GHz
Modulation BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM,
64 QAM
CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK
Wireless Medium Orthogonal Frequency
Division Multiplexing
(OFDM)
5 GHz UNII
Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum (DSSS)
Channels 8 non-overlapping; 4
non-overlapping (Japan
and selected other
countries)
3 non-overlapping
Range and Throughput
Data Rates 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9,
6 Mbps
11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
Indoor Range 40 ft (12m) @ 54 Mbps /
300 ft (91 m) @ 6 Mbps
100 ft (30 m) @ 11 Mbps
/ 200 ft (60 m) @ 1 Mbps
Outdoor Range 100 ft (30 m) @ 54 Mbps
/ 1000 ft (305 m) @ 6
Mbps
350 ft (105 m) @ 11
Mbps / 1100 ft (325 m)
@ 1 Mbps
Power
Output Power 50 mW 35 mW
Transmit 450-480 mA 200-385 mA
Receive 420-440 mA 150-350 mA
Sleep 30 mA 65 mA typical
Voltage 3.3 V 3.3 V
Compatibility
Operating System Windows* XP, 2000,
98SE, Me
Windows* XP, 2000,
98SE, Me
WECA Pending ratification of
interoperability test and
logo program by WECA
Pending certification of
interoperability test and
logo program by WECA
WHQL Yes Yes
Network
WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11b
Architecture Infrastructure or ad hoc (peer-to-peer)
Roaming 802.11a and 802.11b compliant for seamless
roaming between respective access points (802.11a,
802.11b, dual-mode 802.11a/11b)
Security
Encryption 0-bit, 64-bit (also called 40-bit), and 128-bit WEP
Quality of Service
DCF CSMA/CA
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Glossary
Numerical A B D E F I K M O P R S T U W
Numerical
802.11 x: A series of IEEE specifications for LANs: currently 802.11b, 802.11a, and 802.11g.
Using any one of these extensions to the 802.11 standard permits wireless communication
between a client and an access point or between two clients. The various specifications govern
transmission speeds and radio frequencies as well as fall-back rates and other characteristics.
The upcoming standard 802.11i will provide additional security specific to WLANs, and 802.11e
will address quality of service.
A
Access Point: A device that serves as a communications hub for wireless clients and provides a
connection to a wired LAN.
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES): A federal information-processing standard, supporting
128-, 192-, and 256-bit keys.
B
Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID): A unique identifier for each wireless client on a wireless
network. The BSSID is the Ethernet MAC address of each adapter on the network.
Bit Rate: The total number of bits (ones and zeros) per second that a network connection can
support. Note that this bit rate will vary, under software control, with different signal path
conditions.
Bluetooth: An incompatible, very short-range lower speed communications system (PAN),
developed first in Europe as a “cable replacement” for printers and similar peripheral connections.
Its usage has expanded to include cordless earphones and similar devices. It uses the 2.4 GHz
ISM band, and “co-exists” with 802.11b. Here the term, “co-exist” means that not all researchers
agree on the amount of mutual interference generated when both systems operate in the same
location.
Broadcast SSID: Used to allow an access point to respond to clients on a wireless network by
sending probes.
D
Data Rate (Information Rate): Not all bits carry user information. Each group (packet) of bits
contains headers, trailers, echo control, destination information, and other data required by the
transmission protocol. It is important to understand the difference between bit rate and data rate,
since the overhead information may consume more than 40% of the total transmission. This
difference is common to many such data systems, including Ethernet.
Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Frequency-Hop Spread Spectrum (FHSS):
Two incompatible technologies used in radio transmission.
E
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP): An authentication protocol that supports multiple
authentication methods, such as Kerberos, passwords, or smart cards. Cisco's authentication
protocol, LEAP, is based on EAP, an extension to PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol).
Encryption: Scrambling data so that only the authorized recipient can read it. Usually a key is
needed to decrypt the data.
Extended Service Set IDentifier (ESSID): A type of unique identifier applied to both the AP and
the wireless PC Card that is attached to each packet. This allows the AP to recognize each
wireless client and its traffic.
F
Frequencies: Strike a piano key and you generate a tone. Pick up the tone with a microphone
and your tone turns in to a “vibrating” or “cycling” electronic signal. The rate of vibration depends
on the key struck. In electronics we refer to this rate of vibration as the number of “cycles per
second.” The formal term for this value is Hertz. As we move up in rate, such as in the Broadcast
Band, we can use Kilohertz (KHz) to represent 1,000 Hz, or Megahertz (MHz) to represent
1,000,000 Hz. Continuing much further upward, we finally reach 1,000,000,000 Hz, which we can
fortunately shorten to a Gigahertz (GHz). These frequencies are the home of both 802.11a (5
GHz) and 802.11b (2.4 GHz).
I
Independent Basic Service Set Identifier (IBSSID): Used to identify a wireless network
configured to allow each wireless client to communicate directly with each other without an
access point.
Independent Network: A network that provides (usually temporarily) peer-to-peer connectivity
without relying on a complete network infrastructure.
Infrastructure Mode: A wireless network centered around an access point. In this environment,
the access point not only provides communication with the wired network but also mediates
wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): An organization involved in setting
computing and communications standards.
ISM Bands: A series of frequency bands, set aside by the FCC for Industrial, Scientific and
Medical applications. Users of these bands operate equipment on a shared basis, meaning that
they must expect, and accept interference from other legal users. Products manufactured for ISM
Band use must be approved by the FCC, but the user does not have to be licensed. In addition to
WLAN, ISM bands support cordless phones, microwave ovens, baby monitors, toys, ham radio
transceivers, and other wireless services.
K
Kerberos: An authentication system enabling protected communication over an open network
using a unique key called a ticket.
M
Media Access Control (MAC) Address: A hardwired address applied at the factory. It uniquely
identifies network hardware, such as a wireless PC Card, on a LAN or WAN.
Microcell: A bounded physical space in which a number of wireless devices can communicate.
Because it is possible to have overlapping cells as well as isolated cells, the boundaries of the
cell are established by some rule or convention.
Microwave: Technically, the term describes any frequency above 1.0 GHz. Unfortunately the
advertising industry has contorted this meaning considerably. In our discussion we will stick to the
technical definition.
Multipath: The signal variation caused when radio signals take multiple paths from transmitter to
receiver.
O
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM): A modulation technique for transmitting
large amounts of digital data over radio waves. 802.11a uses OFDM, as will 802.11g.
P
Peer-to-Peer Mode: A wireless network structure that allows wireless clients to communicate
with each other without using an access point.
Personal Area Network (PAN):
Peripheral Connect Interface (PCI):
Preamble: A preliminary signal transmitted over a WLAN to control signal detection and clock
synchronization.
R
Radio Frequency (RF) Terms (GHz, MHz, Hz): The international unit for measuring frequency is
Hertz (Hz), which is equivalent to the older unit of cycles per second. One Mega-Hertz (MHz) is
one million Hertz. One Giga-Hertz (GHz) is one billion Hertz. For reference: the standard US
electrical power frequency is 60 Hz, the AM broadcast radio frequency band is 0.55 -1.6 MHz, the
FM broadcast radio frequency band is 88-108 MHz, and microwave ovens typically operate at
2.45 GHz.
Range: The distance over which a given system can communicate. This subject is discussed in
detail below.
RC4: An encryption algorithm designed at RSA Laboratories; specifically, a stream cipher of
pseudo-random bytes that is used in WEP encryption.
Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RAID): An authentication and accounting system
that verifies users' credentials and grants access to requested resources.
Roaming: Movement of a wireless node between two microcells. Roaming usually occurs in
infrastructure networks built around multiple access points.
S
Service Set Identifier (SSID): Used to identify clients on a wireless network.
Shared key An encryption key known only to the receiver and sender of data.
Site Survey: A process where you set up one transceiver in a fixed location, and then use
another unit to plot the field strength of the first unit’s transmitted signal. By moving the
transmitter around, and repeating the plots, you can develop a plan as to the best locations for
access points. You will also identify dead zones and other areas in need of special attention. This
can be a long, slow process, but it beats ripping up an unsatisfactory installation and starting
over. These tests require special software commands. Refer to your manual for specific
instructions. If you have a very large, or unusually complex installation situation, you might want
to consider calling in professionals to do your survey. We are not permitted to suggest installer
names, but you can check your yellow pages or similar sources for likely candidates.
T
TKPIL:
Transceiver: A commonly used term that describes a combination transmitter and receiver. Both
802.11a and 802.11b devices would be properly described as data transceivers.
U
UNII Bands: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure. In contrast to the ISM bands, these
are a group of frequency bands set aside by the FCC for WLAN type communications only. Users
must accept interference from other legal WLAN users, but the other sources of interference
problems are, or legally should be, missing.
W
WECA: The Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance...
WEP64 and WEP128: Wired Equivalent Privacy, 64 bit and 128 bit (64 bit is sometimes referred
to as 40 bit). This is a low-level encryption technique designed to give the user about the same
amount of privacy that he would expect from a LAN. It is extremely important to understand that
WEP is not some CIA-proof supercode! It performs as intended, giving the user a simple level of
data security and protection from casual electronic eavesdropping. Use of the 128 bit option at all
possible times is recommended. Remember that 802.11 devices transmit (broadcast) in all
directions, and that it is possible, with very complex software, to copy and decode WEP
transmissions. The task is not trivial, but it is possible. If your data is extremely sensitive, you
should consider some form of secondary protection, such as strong passwords and an additional
level of encryption. Suitable software packages are available from reputable suppliers. Although
not intended by the original architects, WEP also prevents unauthorized access to your system by
an outsider. Hackers have been known to access systems from outside a building, and to then to
access the Web for a leisurely session, all at the system owner’s expense.
Wide Area Network (WAN):
Wireless: A microwave transceiver system.
Wireless LAN (WLAN):
Wireless Node: A user computer with a wireless network interface card (adapter).
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Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapters
Safety and Regulatory Notices
This document contains general safety and regulatory notices applicable to the following product.
Detailed regulatory information is supplied as part of the user information for each product.
• Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B7100)
• Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A7100)
• Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3B2100)
• Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3A Mini PCI Adapter (model WM3A2100)
• Safety Notices
• Local Restrictions on 802.11a and 802.11b Radio Usage
Safety Notices
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to
radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel
PRO/Wireless LAN Mini PCI products meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65,
2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions
found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC’s recommended limits.
The following safety precautions should be observed:
• Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
• Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or
touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
• Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected; if
not, the radio may be damaged.
• Use in specific environments:
o The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints
posed by the safety directors of such environments.
o The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA).
o The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each
hospital.
• Antenna use:
o In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas
should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) or more from the
body of all persons.
o High-gain, wall-mount, or mast-mount antennas are designed to be
professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 30 cm
(12 inches) or more from the body of all persons. Please contact your
professional installer, VAR, or antenna manufacturer for proper installation
requirements.
• Explosive Device Proximity Warning (see below)
• Antenna Warning (see below)
• Use on Aircraft Caution (see below)
• Other Wireless Devices (see below)
• Power Supply (Access Point) (see below)
Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near
unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to
be qualified for such use.
Antenna Warnings
Warning: To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, it is recommended
for the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 7100 3B Mini PCI Adapter installed in a desktop or portable
computer, that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of al
least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons and that the antenna must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter. It is recommended that the user limit
exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm (8 inches).
Warning: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN products are not designed for use with high-gain
directional antennas. Use of such antennas with these products is illegal.
Use On Aircraft Caution
Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency
wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
Other Wireless Devices
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: Refer to the documentation
supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network.
Local Restrictions on 802.11a and 802.11b Radio Usage
Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a and 802.11b wireless LAN
devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a and 802.11b products are designed
for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those
of designated use. As a user of these products, you are responsible for ensuring that the products
are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are
configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use. Any
deviation from the permissible settings for the country of use is an infringement of national law
and may be punished as such.
For country-specific information, see the additional compliance information supplied with the
product.
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Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty
Intel warrants to the original owner that the adapter product delivered in this package will be free
from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover the adapter product if it
is damaged in the process of being installed or improperly used.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF
NONINFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARISING OUT OF ANY PROPOSAL, SPECIFICATION, OR
SAMPLE.
This warranty does not cover replacement of adapter products damaged by abuse, accident,
misuse, neglect, alteration, repair, disaster, improper installation, or improper testing. If the
adapter product is found to be defective, Intel, at its option, will replace or repair the hardware
product at no charge except as set forth below, or refund your purchase price provided that you
deliver the adapter product along with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number (see
below), along with proof of purchase (if not registered), either to the dealer from whom you
purchased it or to Intel with an explanation of any deficiency. If you ship the adapter product, you
must assume the risk of damage or loss in transit. You must use the original container (or the
equivalent) and pay the shipping charge.
Intel may replace or repair the adapter product with either new or reconditioned parts, and any
adapter product, or part thereof replaced by Intel becomes Intel's property. Repaired or replaced
adapter products will be returned to you at the same revision level as received or higher, at Intel's
option. Intel reserves the right to replace discontinued adapter products with an equivalent current
generation adapter product.
Returning a Defective Product
From North America:
Before returning any adapter product, contact Intel Customer Support and obtain a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) number by calling +1 916-377-7000.
If the Customer Support Group verifies that the adapter product is defective, they will have the
RMA department issue you an RMA number to place on the outer package of the adapter
product. Intel cannot accept any product without an RMA number on the package.
All other locations:
Return the adapter product to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement.
Intel Adapter Money-back Guarantee (North America Only)
Intel wants you to be completely satisfied with the Intel adapter product that you have purchased.
Any time within ninety (90) days of purchase, you may return your Intel adapter to the original
place of purchase for a full refund of the purchase price from your dealer. Resellers and
distributors, respectively, accepting returns and refunding money back to their customers may
return Intel adapters to their original place of purchase. Intel guarantees that it will accept returns
under this policy and refund the original purchase price to customers purchasing directly from
Intel.
Limitation of Liability and Remedies
INTEL'S SOLE LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE LIMITED TO DIRECT, OBJECTIVELY
MEASURABLE DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL INTEL HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY
INDIRECT OR SPECULATIVE DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITING THE
FOREGOING, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, AND SPECIAL DAMAGES) INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, REPROCUREMENT
COSTS, LOSS OF USE, BUSINESS INTERRUPTIONS, LOSS OF GOODWILL, AND LOSS OF
PROFITS, WHETHER ANY SUCH DAMAGES ARISE OUT OF CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE,
TORT, OR UNDER ANY WARRANTY, IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER INTEL HAS ADVANCE
NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING THE
FOREGOING, INTEL'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT
SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. THESE LIMITATIONS ON
POTENTIAL LIABILITIES WERE AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT IN SETTING THE PRODUCT
PRICE. INTEL NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY
OTHER LIABILITIES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitations may not apply to you.
Critical Control Applications: Intel specifically disclaims liability for use of the adapter product in
critical control applications (including, for example only, safety or health care control systems,
nuclear energy control systems, or air or ground traffic control systems) by Licensee or
Sublicensees, and such use is entirely at the user's risk. Licensee agrees to defend, indemnify,
and hold Intel harmless from and against any and all claims arising out of use of the adapter
product in such applications by Licensee or Sublicensees.
Software: Software provided with the adapter product is not covered under the hardware warranty
described above. See the applicable software license agreement which shipped with the adapter
product for details on any software warranty.
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