Universal Scientific CB-G-BR-02 802.11g Wireless LAN Cardbus Adapter User Manual CB G BR 02 Users Manual V1

Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd. 802.11g Wireless LAN Cardbus Adapter CB G BR 02 Users Manual V1

Users Manual

1WLAN 802.11g Cardbus AdapterUsers Manual V1.0Copyright© 2003 by separated owners. All Rights Reserved.
2Contents1. Introduction……………………………………………………...…….31.1 The Network Type………………………………………………………..41.2 Using Your Wireless LAN………………………………………………. 71.3 About Client Manager…………………………………………………....81.4 Grossary…………………………………………………………………..102. Install and Configure a Wireless Network…………….………..…152.1 Before You Start…………………………………………………………152.2 Software Installation for Windows………………………...………….. 152.3 Insert the Cardbus Adaptor……………………………………….…….162.4 Configuration the Networks….………………………………………….163. Basic TroubleShooting…………………………………..………………..…….204. Technical Support…………….………………….……..…………….………… 23
31. IntroductionWelcome to the world of wireless computer networks.This document is a short reference guide that will showyou how you can:• Use WLAN Cardbus adapters to connect the mobile computers to a wireless network.• Use mobile computers to roam between differentlocations without losing the wireless connection.• Use the wireless network to share files and printerswith other computer users.In a Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect two or more computers to eachother. You can use a network to share files or common equipment such as aprinter or a modem. In a wired network, you need special cables and networkingequipment to connect the computers, but in a wireless network, computerscommunicate via radio technology that can pass through walls and ceilings.Users connect the wireless computers by assigning a shared Network Namevalue to each Wireless Client Adapter that belongs to your network.To secure your WLAN Cardbus adapter supports Data Encryption when youtransmit data, we recommend that you always enable this feature to protect yournetwork against unauthorized access to your files and communications.The WLAN Cardbus adapter support different network modes such as Peer-to-Peer Group, Act as Base Station, and Base Station Network that allow users toconnect to an existing network or start the network.For instructions to install your WLAN Cardbus adapter, please consult thedocumentation that is included with the hardware.
41.1 The Network TypePeer-to-Peer GroupNetwork where Wireless Client devices communicate directly with each other asthe following figure shows.Act as Base StationNetwork where you assign one computer to act as the central point ofcommunication for all wireless computers. The computer in this mode will startit's own wireless network. This type of network for SOHO or small officesprovides a larger wireless range than a Peer-to-Peer Group. However you canassign only one computer to act as Base Station.Base Station NetworkNetwork where Wireless Client devices communicate with each other througha dedicated Base Station.
5With this type of network for medium to large enterprises, you can add as manyBase Station devices as you like to extend the wireless range. Most Base Stationdevices also allow you to connect your wireless network to a wired networkinfrastructure.
6Network Type OverviewNetwork Type Peer-to-Peer Group Act As Base Station Base StationCharacteristics• Ideal for home andsmall offices users.• Ability to share files,printers or Internetconnection.• All computerscommunicate directlywith each other• Ideal for small offices andbusiness networks.• Just one computerassigned as the centralpoint of wirelesscommunicate for allcomputers.• All computerscommunicate only via theBase Station.• Ability to share files,printers or Internetconnection.• Ideal for largercompanies,organizations orenterprises.• Addition of a specialBase Station devicethat acts as the centralpoint of wirelesscommunications for allcomputers.• Able to connect towired networks andaccess to central fileservers, office printersand corporate email orInternet. Advantages • Easy to setup.• Cost Efficient.• Network remainsactive as long as twoor more wirelesscomputers areoperational.• Fairly easy to setup.• Cost efficient.• Extended range.• Extended range.• Scalability for moreBase Station devices toextend the range.• Roaming of wirelesscomputers betweendifferent locations issupported.• Allow connections to awired infrastructure orInternet connection. Disadvantages • Limited range. • When the Base Stationshuts down, the wirelessnetwork disappears.• Does not allow expansionof wireless network withother Base Stationdevices.• Requires more expertiseto install additionalfeatures.• Additional cables andnetworking equipmentare required.• Requires moreexpertise and time toinstall additionalfeatures.
7 1.2 Using your Wireless LAN This section provides general information about: • Configuration Profile to save network settings • Roaming • File and Printer Sharing • Internet Connection Sharing Using Configuration Profiles If you plan to use your wireless Client Station in multiple wireless networks, youcan use network configuration profiles to save the settings for each wirelessnetwork. For example you can create a Configuration Profile for: • Your office head quarters. • A branch-office. • The private home network. You can use the Configuration Profile to quickly switch between these networks. Roaming Roaming is a key feature of wireless computer networks that you can use tomove with a mobile computer between different locations without losing yournetwork connection. In networks that include two or more Base Station devices, the wireless computerwill automatically connect to the Base Station that provides the best quality ofwireless communications. If users travel between different network environments, they can create a Configuration Profile for each network and quickly select the right profile toconnect to the other network. File and Printer Sharing File and Printer Sharing is a Microsoft Networks feature that allows you to: • Access files on other computers. • Print documents on a printer that is connected to another computer. To use these options, you must enable File and Printer Sharing on the computer that contains the files or printer connection that you wish to share. For more information consult the Microsoft Windows Help: 1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Help.
8 3. Use the Help Search to look for "File and Printer sharing". Internet Connection Sharing Internet Connection Sharing is a Microsoft Networks feature that allows multiple computers to access the Internet via the connection of one computer in your network. For example, your wireless mobile computer could share the broadbandor dial-up connection of a desktop computer. To share this connection, you must enable Internet Connection Sharing on the computer that connects to the Internet. For more information consult the Microsoft Windows Help: 1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Help. 3. Use the Help Search to look for "Internet Connection Sharing".
9 1.3 About Client Manager The Client Manager is a tool that starts automatically every time users boot thecomputer. Use the Client Manager to: • Diagnose the Link Quality of your wireless connection to the network. • Run Card Diagnostics to verify the operation of the hardware. • Create or select a wireless Configuration Profile. • Disable the radio of your Wireless Client Adapter in situations where local safety guidelines require users to switch of wireless equipment. To access these functions, click the Client Manager icon on the taskbar. You can find the icon at the low-right side of your screen. For more information about color states of the icon or the functions listed above, please consult the online help of the Client Manager. Note: The color of the Client Manager icon may differ according to the quality of yourwireless connection. Green means that you have an excellent wireless connection.
10 1.4 Glossary Base Station Base Station devices are also referred to as access points, which allow you toconnect the wireless client to wired computer networks. Card Diagnostics Card Diagnostics is a Client Manager option that allows you to perform ahardware test on your wireless LAN adapter. It allows you to: • Obtain an online advice on the status of your adapter. • Generate a report which you can send to your technical support representativein case you encounter problems using your wireless adapter. Client Manager Software tool for Wireless Client Adapter to: • Manage wireless Configuration Profile settings • Diagnose wireless Link Quality • Run Card Diagnostics Configuration Profile The set of wireless parameters that allows users to connect to a specific wirelessnetwork. The parameters include Profile Name and Encryption Key. You can giveeach profile a name to allow easy recognition. Encryption Key The Encryption Key is a security option that encodes all wireless communicationsto avoid unauthorized access to your network and communications. To allow communication, all wireless devices in your network must use the same Encryption Key. Default value: Encryption disabled Valid values: 40/64-bit WEP Network Interface: • 5-digit Alphanumeric Value. Example: Alpha • 10-digit Hexadecimal Value. Example: 416C706861 104/128-bit WEP Network Interface: • 13-digit Alphanumeric Value Example: AlphaNumKey01 • 26-digit Hexadecimal Value. Example:
11 416C7068614E756D4B65793031 The encryption key is case-sensitive. Alphanumeric Value An alphanumeric value is a value that can include both: • Numeric values in the range of "0-9". • Alphabetical characters in the range of "a-z" or "A-Z". Example: AlphaNumKey01 Use both alphabetical and numerical characters to expand the flexibility to enter aname or value of your choice. Hexadecimal Value Numeric value that can include both numeric and a limited number ofalphabetical characters: • Numeric values in the range of "0-9". • Alphabetical characters in the range of "a-f" or "A-F". Example: 416C7068614E756D4B65793031 Hexadecimal values are often written as: • 0x416C7068614E756D4B65793031, or • h416C7068614E756D4B65793031 When users need to enter a hexadecimal value, consult the quick installationguide or the network administrator for the correct notation. IEEE Institute of Electrical & Electronics engineers, Inc. The IEEE is an organization that develops Standards for electrical and electronic equipment. IEEE Standards documents are developed within the Technical Committees of the IEEE Societies and the Standards Coordinating Committeesof the IEEE Standards Board. For more information, consult the IEEE website http://standards.ieee.org IEEE 802.11 IEEE 802.xx Standards define the access technologies for local and metropolitan area networks. The IEEE 802.11 Standard is an inter operability standard for wireless LANdevices, that identifies different technologies for wireless data communication: • Radio Technology • Infrared Technology
12 IEEE 802.11 compliant networking products are interoperable when they arebased on the same type of technology, regardless of their manufacturer. Link Test The Link Test is a Client Manager option that allows you to test the quality ofyour wireless link with the Base Station or your Peer-to-Peer Group partner. Users can use this option to: • Determine the cause of poor wireless performance, such as radio interference or heavy network traffic. • Determine where the problem occurs in the signal path between your computer and the Link Test partner . Link Quality Quality of the wireless network connection primarily indicated by the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR). You can test the Link Quality with the Client Manager LinkTest. Network Name The Network Name is a value that logically connects wireless devices to thesame network, and distinguishes your wireless network from neighboringnetworks. To allow communication, each wireless device within your network must use the same Network Name value. • To connect to a Peer-to-Peer Group, consult one of the workgroup participants for the correct value. • To connect to a Base Station, consult your networking administrator for the correct value. When users use the Client Manager to create a Configuration Profile, they can click the Scan button to retrieve a list of Network Name values of allopen wireless networks in the vicinity of your computer. The Network Name (also referred to as SSID) is a case-sensitive text string witha maximum of 32 characters. Noise Level Noise Level indicates the strength of in-band radio interference. Sources of interference can be: • Theft Protection Devices • Cordless Phones • Microwave Ovens
13 Interference has a negative impact on the quality of the wireless connection. Usethe Client Manager Link Test to determine the source of interference. Local Noise The level of radio interference as measured in the areas nearby the wireless computer. Remote Noise The level of radio interference as measured in the vicinity of the remote station(for example your Link Test Partner). Signal Level Signal Level indicates the strength of the wireless signal as received by the WLAN Cardbus adapter . Site Monitor The Site Monitor is a Client Manager option that allows users to test the quality ofthe wireless link with all Base Station devices within range of the computer.Users can use this option to perform a site survey to optimize the placement ofBase Station devices within the network. SNR The Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) is the primary quality indicator of your wireless communications. The SNR indicates the relative strength of the Signal Level compared to the Noise Level. A high SNR indicates an excellent wireless link. A low SNR indicates poor communications quality that might be caused by a low Signal Level or high NoiseLevel in the wireless link path. Users can read the SNR from the Client Manager icon in the Windows taskbarand find the icon at the low-right side of the screen. SOHO (Small Office / Home Office) Small network that includes up to 10 wireless and/or wired computers. Sometimes a SOHO network uses a shared connection to an Internet Service Provider to provide Internet access to individual computers. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) IEEE 802.11 compliant encryption scheme based on the RC4 algorithm that isused to secure wireless data. WEP is an encryption technology that will secure (encode) all wireless data. 40/64-bit WEP Network Interface
14 WLAN Cardbus adaptors that support 40/64-bit WEP data encryption. This type of interface allows you to enter encryption keys as: • 5-digit Alphanumeric Value. • 10-digit Hexadecimal Value. 104/128-bit WEP Network Interface WLAN Cardbus adapter that supports both 40/64-bit WEP and 104/128-bit dataencryption based on the RC4 algorithm. This type of interface allows you to enter encryption keys as: • 5-digit Alphanumeric Value. • 13-digit Alphanumeric Value. • 10-digit Hexadecimal Value. • 26-digit Hexadecimal Value. Wireless Client Device with WLAN Cardbus adapter that users can connect to a computernetwork. Wireless Client Adapter Network adapter that users can use to connect to a computer device to awireless network, such as a Peer-to-Peer Group or a Base Station Network. The wireless client adapter uses radio technology to communicate.
15 2. Install and Configure a Wireless Network 2.1 Before You Start Please verify the contents of the Cardbus adapter Kit:• A WLAN Cardbus adapter• A Software driver CD• A quick install guide• If any of the items appear to be damaged or missing, please contact yoursupplier. 2.2 Software Installation for Windows The complete installation of your Cardbus adapter and the necessary drivers( for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP ) consist of the following steps: (a) Insert the software driver CD into the CD or DVD drive.(b) Click the icon to run setup.exe.(c) For Windows 98SE/ME/2000 users, follow the instructions to install thedriver.(d) For Windows XP users, just click ‘’Continue Anyway” to continue theinstallation. After the software installation, Insert the CardBus adapter into slot of thenotebook.The system will detect the new device
16 2.3 Insert the Cardbus Adapter Insert the WLAN Cardbus adapter into the Cardbus slot as the followingpicture shows. 2.4 Configure the Networks Basic Settings for Enterprise Networks If you connect to an enterprise network, please follow the steps to configurethe profile: (1)Move your cursor to .Right click your mouse and select Open Ulitity. Note: If you want to install the WLAN PC Card in to a desktop computer, pleaseuse a PCI adapter.
17(2)Switch to Wireless Network page and tick Enable Radio. Select an Availablenetwork and click Configure to configure the AP.Enter the Profile Name(SSID) and then click OK.
18(2) Tick Show Wireless Icon in sytray and click Advanced. Select “Anyavailable network” and click Close.(3)To set security, tick Data encryption (WEP enabled).Click OK to finish the configuration.
193. Basic TroubleShootingPower LED on, Link LED offThis LED status indicates normal operations:• The Wireless Client Adapter is powered on• The Link LED indicates there is no activity on the wireless network. The absence of activity on the Wireless Network Interface might be related to thefact that:• You moved out of Wireless Range of the Base Station(s) that couldprovide access to the selected network.• There are no Wireless Client Stations in the Wireless Range of yourcomputer to participate in the selected Peer-to-Peer Group.• The Base Station(s) that could provide access to the selected network has(have) a problem (e.g. the power is off). Power LED on, Link LED flickering This LED status indicates normal operations:• The Wireless Client Adapter is powered on• The Link LED indicates activity on the wireless network. If the radio of your WLAN Cardbus adapter seems to communicate with otherradio devices, but it does not succeed in the network connection (i.e. Both thepower and radio LED show normal activity), you may need to verify if theNetwork Protocol Settings are correct. Both LEDs blink once every 10 seconds This LED indicates that the power of CB-G-BR Cardbus adapter is on and thecard is working properly, but it is not able to establish a wireless connection tothe wireless network. Possible reasons might be:• Your wireless station is outside the Wireless Range of the Base Station(s)that could provide you access to the selected network.• The Wireless Network Interface of your station has been configured with awrong Network Name and/or Encryption Key settings.
20• you mis-selected a configuration profile on your wireless station and theprofile does not belong to the wireless network that you want to connectto.• The Base Station(s) that provide(s) access to the selected networkhas/have been configured to deny access to stations that use the valueANY as their Network Name.Contact your LAN Administrator for information about the correct values of theparameter settings.No LED ActivityIf there is no LED activity on the Power LED and Link LED of the CB-G-BRCardbus adapter , this may be due to one of the following reasons:• The CB-G-BR Cardbus device is not properly connected to your computer.• No driver was installed to allow communication between your computerand the wireless network interface.• You are using a wireless network interface in combination with a CB-G-BRWLAN Cardbus Tools, but you did not yet introduce the device to yourcomputer using the Add New Hardware option on the Control Panel. Power LED is Flickering A flickering Power LED identifies that you enabled the Card Power Managementoption for the Wireless Client Adapter of a Wireless Client Station (AdvancedSettings). Network Protocol Settings Subject to the type and version of your Windows operating system, the correctprotocol may or may not be installed automatically when users install the wirelessnetwork interface. Network protocols includes TCP/IP,NetBEUI and IPX/SPX. To verify your network protocol settings, please follow the steps: 1. Click Start and then select Settings. Please select Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network icon to open the Network properties window. 3. Display the list of network components. Install protocols for your wirelessnetwork interface.
21• When using Windows 98, scroll down the list of items in thetab Configuration. 4. Contact your network administrator for the following information:• Which protocols should be included in the list.• What property settings should apply for each of theseprotocols. 5. (Optional) Click the:• Add button to add a missing protocol.• Properties button to view/modify the protocol settings. Another Device Does No Longer Work In case another device does not work after you installed the CB-G-BR Cardbusadapter , uses may have run into a Hardware Conflict. Please verify whether thisis caused by the wireless network interface, or simply by removing the interface.Reboot the computer:• When the problem exists. (The problem is not caused by the wirelessnetwork interface.)• When the other device functions properly again after removing thewireless network interface, one of the two causes below may apply:The resources were already claimed upon booting the device, by aresource setting in the BIOS or CMOS of your computer, orThis means if you select resources that appeared to be available according to theWindows Diagnostics program, these settings are already claimed by theconflicting device.In both cases, you are encouraged to try alternative values for your wirelessnetwork interface to see whether these new values might help solving yourproblem. Upon doing so, you are advised to change only one parameter at atime. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment. This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2). This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antennaor transmitter.
224.Technical SupportThe identification of the product :Product Name : 802.11g Wireless LAN CardBus AdapterModel Name : CB-G-BR-02Technical Contact :Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd. ( Headquarters )Address : 135, Lane 351, Taiping Rd., Sec. 1, Tsao Tuen, Nan Tou, TaiwanUSI Taipei Office : 10F, 420, Keelung Road, Sec. 1, Taipei, TaiwanContact Person : Ray HuangTelephone : +886-2-2345-5006, Ext.119Fax : +886-2-2345-5191Email : rayhwang@ms.usi.com.twTechnical Contact in the US :Address : 685A Jarvis Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037, USATelephone : +1-408-776-1966Fax : +1-408-778-5509Website : www.usi.com.tw

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