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DNMA-83 User Manual

Version: 1.0

Nov 2007

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded

interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any

changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be

operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This module is intended for OEM integrator. The OEM integrator is still

responsible for the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which

integrates this module.

20cm minimum distance has to be able to be maintained between the antenna

and the users for the host this module is integrated into. Under such

configuration, the FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an

population/uncontrolled environment can be satisfied.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer

could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

USERS MANUAL OF THE END PRODUCT:

In the users manual of the end product, the end user has to be informed to

keep at least 20cm separation with the antenna while this end product is

installed and operated. The end user has to be informed that the FCC

radio-frequency exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment can be

satisfied. The end user has to also be informed that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the

user's authority to operate this equipment. If the size of the end product is

smaller than 8x10cm, then additional FCC part 15.19 statement is required to

be available in the users manual: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC

rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

LABEL OF THE END PRODUCT:

The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following "

Contains TX FCC ID: NKR-DNMA83". If the size of the end product is larger

than 8x10cm, then the following FCC part 15.19 statement has to also be

available on the label: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.＂

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be

operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and

its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power

(e.i.r.p) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.

The OEM integrator is still responsible for the IC compliance requirement of

the end product, which integrates this module.

20cm minimum distance has to be able to be maintained between the antenna

and the users for the host this module is integrated into. Under such

configuration, the IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an

population/uncontrolled environment can be satisfied.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer

could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

USERS MANUAL OF THE END PRODUCT:

In the users manual of the end product, the end user has to be informed to

keep at least 20cm separation with the antenna while this end product is

installed and operated.

The end user has to be informed that the IC radio-frequency exposure

guidelines for an uncontrolled environment can be satisfied. The end user has

to also be informed that any changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

IC statement is required to be available in the users manual: This Class B

digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference

and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

LABEL OF THE END PRODUCT:

The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following "

Contains TX IC : 4441A-DNMA83

"For the band 5150–5250 MHz this equipment must be used indoors only

to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile

satellite systems."

“This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below,

and having a maximum gain of 5.10 dB. Antennas not included in this list or

having a gain greater than 5.10 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this

device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.＂

Hereby, WNC, declares that this device is in compliance with the essential

requirement and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Driective 1999/5/EC.

Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION 7

2. DRIVER/UTILITY INSTALLATION / UNINSTALLATION 8

2.1 INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................8

2.2 ADDITIONAL SETUP PROCESSES............................................................................11

2.3 UNINSTALLATION...................................................................................................12

3. CONNECTING TO AN EXISTING NETWORK 13

4. CREATING AN AD HOC NEW NETWORK 18

5. MODIFYING A WIRELESS NETWORK 22

5.1 INFRASTRUCTURE MODE AND AD HOC MODE .....................................................22

5.2 MODIFYING A WIRELESS NETWORK.....................................................................23

5.3 DEFAULT SETTINGS WINDOWS XP ZERO-CONFIGURATION ................................30

APPENDIX A: FAQ ABOUT WLAN 31

APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATION 33

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the WLAN a/b/g/n mini-PCI Module that provides the

easiest way to wireless networking. This User Manual contains detailed instructions in

the operation of this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.

System Requirements

z A laptop PC contains:

- 32 MB memory or greater

- 300 MHz processor or higher

z Microsoft® Win™2000/ME/98 Second Edition/XP

2. Driver/Utility Installation / Uninstallation

2.1 Installation

Note! The Installation Section in this User Manual describes the first-time installation

for Windows. To re-install the driver, please first uninstall the previously

installed driver. See Chapter 2.3 “Uninstallation” in this User Manual.

Follow the steps below to complete the driver/utility installation:

1. Insert the Installation Software CD into the CD-Rom Drive.

2. Click “Next”.

3. Read the License Agreement and click “Yes”.

4. Click “Next” to continue or click “Browse” to choose a destination folder.

5. Click “Next”.

6. Click “Yes” to create a shortcut icon on your desktop.

7. Click “Finish”.

8. You should now see a shortcut icon on your desktop.

2.2 Additional Setup Processes

During software installation procedure, each operating system may prompt different

specific options:

1. Windows 98SE: The system will request the original Windows CD during the

installation process. When the installation is finished, you’ll have to restart your

computer.

2. Windows Me: Please restart your computer when the installation is finished.

3. Windows 2000/XP: Select “Install the software automatically” when the window

with this option appears, and then click “Next” to continue installation.

2.3 Uninstallation

Note! Before uninstallation, please close all running programs.

1. Click Start>Programs>WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI Module >UnInstall WLAN a+b+g

mini-PCI Module.

2. Choose “Remove”. Click “Next”.

3. Click “OK” to start Uninstall.

4. Click “Finish”. Uninstall is now completed.

3. Connecting to an Existing Network

1. Double click the shortcut icon of WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI Module on the desktop,

and the Configuration window appears.

2. Click on the Refresh button to list all available networks.

Note! To automatically connect to the network with the strongest signal, select

Enable Smart Selection. Any displays in Profile List.

3. From the list of “Available Networks”, choose one network by double clicking the

Network Name. One of the following dialog boxes appears. Click “Yes” to

continue.

4. If the chosen network has security enabled, the Security tab displays. Select the

security option used by the network. Contact the network administrator for the

correct settings.

5. If selecting WPA or 802.1X, select the EAP type, then click on the Configure

button to select the certificate.

6. If selecting WPA-PSK, click on the Configure button to enter the PassPhrase.

7. If selecting Pre-Shared Key, click on the Configure button to enter the correct

Encryption Keys.

Key entry method:

a.10hex digits: User must enter 10 hexadecimal digits.

The hexadecimal define is "0-9" and "A-F".

ex: 123456abc

b.5 chars: User must enter 5 characters. ex: ab3#@

c.13 chars: User must enter 13 characters.

ex: ab3#@kf08&kdk

d.16 chars: User must enter 16 characters.

ex: ab3#@kf08&kdk456

For WEP key, please contact with MIS administrator.

8. Click on OK (or Apply if using the other tabs) when done to save the settings.

9. Once connected (the icon or in front of the name of the Connected

Network), you can check the signal strength from the icon in the Windows

System Tray.

Additional Note for Windows XP

In Windows XP, it is recommended that you use the WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI Module

Configuration Utility. Before using the Utility, please follow the steps below to

disable the Windows XP Zero Configuration:

Option 1:

1. Double click the shortcut icon to open the Utility.

2. From the Windows System Tray, you should see the signal icon. Right-click it

and select “Disable Zero-Configuration”.

Option 2:

1. Go to “Control Panel” and double click “Network Connections”.

2. Right-click “Wireless Network Connection” of “WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI Module”,

and select “Properties”.

3. Select “Wireless Networks” tab, and uncheck the check box of “Use Windows to

configure my wireless network settings”, and then click “OK”.

4. Creating an Ad Hoc New Network

NOTE! Ad-hoc mode is available only for 802.11b/g. It is not available for 802.11a.

This is a client product and do not have radar detection function specified by FCC.

The software will not let you to use ad-hoc under 802.11a.

1. In the Configuration window, click New .

2. Select the “Profile Editor” tab.

3. Choose the check box of Enable Advanced Setting to edit all settings.

4. If joining or creating an Ad-Hoc network, choose Ad Hoc.

5. Click OK (or Apply if using the other tabs) to save the settings.

For details of each setting, refer to Modifying a Wireless Network on page 20.

6. Click the Security tab. If not using security, select None.

7. If security is used, select Pre-Shared Key and click on the Configure button.

8. Enter an encryption key in the Shared: First field.

9. Click OK (or Apply if using the other tabs) to save the settings. The new

Network Name is listed in the Profile List.

The driver does not allow channel selection in Ad-Hoc mode. Instead, the driver

starts with an initial channel then checks channel status. If the channel is busy, the

driver automatically uses a different channel.

For details of each setting, please see chapter 5.

5. Modifying a Wireless Network

5.1 Infrastructure Mode and Ad Hoc Mode

You can set the Wireless Network Adapter to work in either Infrastructure mode or

Ad Hoc mode.

NOTE! Ad-hoc mode is available only for 802.11b/g. It is not available for 802.11a.

This is a client product and do not have radar detection function specified by FCC.

The software will not let you to use ad-hoc under 802.11a.

Infrastructure Mode

In infrastructure mode, devices communicate with each other by first going through

an Access Point (AP). Wireless devices can communicate with each other or can

communicate with a wired network. When one AP is connected to wired network

and a set of wireless stations, it is referred to as a BSS (Basic Service Set).

Ad Hoc Mode

Ad-hoc mode is also called “peer-to-peer mode” or “Independent Basic Service Set

(IBSS)”. In ad hoc mode, devices communicate directly with each other without

using an Access Point (AP).

NOTE! Ad-hoc mode is available only for 802.11b/g. It is not available for 802.11a.

This is a client product and do not have radar detection function specified by FCC.

The software will not let you to use ad-hoc under 802.11a.

5.2 Modifying a Wireless Network

1. Open “WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI Module Configuration” by double clicking the

shortcut icon on the desktop.

Note! If there’s no network name listed in the “Profile List”, click Refresh

button and double click a Network Name from Available Networks.

The chosen Network Name is listed in the Profile List.

2. From the Profile List, select one Profile and click Modify button .

3. Select Profile Editor tab and edit the settings. Click OK to save the

modifications.

 Configuration Name: This name identifies the configuration. This name

should be unique.

 Network Name (SSID1) (SSID2) (SSID3): The name of the wireless

network. This name cannot be longer than 32 characters. If the field is

set to be “ANY” or is left blank, your computer will connect to an AP with

the best signal strength.

 Network Connection: Specifies the mode of the network. Two options

are “Infrastructure” and “Ad Hoc”.

 Power Saving: Minimizes power consumption while maintaining network

connectivity and high data transfer performance. In Ad Hoc mode, Power

Savings function cannot be enabled. The power management options are:

• Off: PC Card is powered up at all times.

• Normal: PC Card sleeps less often and stays asleep for a shorter period.

• Maximum: PC Card sleeps more frequently and stays asleep as much as

possible.

 Wireless Mode: Three options are “802.11b”, “802.11a”, “802.11g”,

“Super A”, “Super G” or “Auto”. “Auto” allows the use of either 802.11a,

802.11g or 802.11b mode.

NOTE! Ad-hoc mode is available only for 802.11b/g. It is not available

for 802.11a. This is a client product and do not have rador detection

function specified by FCC. The software will not let you to use ad-hoc

under 802.11a.

 Ad Hoc Net Start: Specifies a band to establish an Ad Hoc network if no

matching SSID is found. Options available are the following: 802.11b and

802.11g.

NOTE! Ad-hoc mode is available only for 802.11b/g. It is not available

for 802.11a. This is a client product and do not have radar detection

function specified by FCC. The software will not let you to use ad-hoc

under 802.11a.

 802.11b Range: Options are Normal Range and Extended Range. This

function can let user to determine the transfer range in 802.11b mode.

Extended Range can prolong the transfer range with a lower data

transmitting rate.

 Scan Mode: Options are Active Scan, Passive Scan and Auto. In Active

Scan, the driver sends out the probe request frames from each channel and

collects the response frames from the responding. In Passive Scan, the

driver scan each requested channel, listening the beacons on each channel.

 Transmit Power: This setting allows you to change the output power of the

PC Card to increase or decrease the coverage area.

 QoS: Disables or enables the PC Card to cooperate in a network using QoS

(Quality of Service).

 2.4 GHz Preamble: Allows Ad-Hoc compatibility with other 2.4 GHz

devices. Two options are Short and Long and Long only. Use Long Only

when configuring the client for an 802.11b RoamAbout AP wireless

network.

4. Select Security tab and choose the security mode.

Note! Check with your Network Administrator for the security features supported

by your AP.

 WPA: Enables the use of WiFi protected Access (WPA). This option

requires IT administration.

a) Select WPA to open the WPA EAP drop-down menu. The options

includes TLS and PEAP.

b) Click on the Configure button and complete the configuration

information in the Define Certificate dialog.

 WPA-PSK: Enables the WPA-Pre Shared Key (PSK). Click on the

Configure button and complete the configuration information in the WPA

Passphrase dialog.

 802.1x: Enables 802.1x security. This option requires IT administration.

a) Select 802.1x to open the 802.1x EAP drop-down menu. The options

include TLS and PEAP.

b) Click on the Configure button and complete the configuration

information in the Define Certificate dialog.

 Pre-Shared Key: Enables the use of pre-shared keys that are defined on the

AP and the station.

a) Select the Pre-Shared Key radio button.

b) Click on the Configure button and complete the configuration

information in the Define Certificate dialog.

 None: No security.

5. Define the Certificate.

 Select a Certificate: Select the Certificate to Authenticate to the RADIUS

server from the drop-down menu.

 Use any Certificate Authority: The Default Setting. Select this radio

button to use any Certificate Authority (CA) for authentication.

 Choose a Certificate Authority: Select this radio button to choose the

desired Certificate Authority for authentication from the drop-down menu.

 Server/Domain Name: The the RADIUS server name or the domain name

used for the network access.

 Login Name: The username used to log into the server or domain.

 Define User Information (PEAP): Click on the Define User Information

button and complete the configuration information in the Define User

Information dialog.

6. If selecting WPA-PSK, click on the Configure button to enter the PassPhrase.

The PassPhrase must be a minimum of 8 printable ASCII characters. The

PassPhrase should be at least 20 characters to make it more difficult for an

attacker to decipher the key.

7. If selecting Pre-Shared Key, click on the Configure button to enter the

Encryption Keys.When finished, click OK. For WEP key, please contact with

MIS administrator.

 Key Entry Method: Determines the entry method for the key. Hexadecimal

(0-9, A-F) or ASCII text (all keyboard characters).

 Default Encryption Key: Allows you to choose one encryption key (First,

Second, Third, or Fourth) as the transmit key, which encrypts transmissions

from the PC Card.

 Unique Key: Defines the per-session encryption key for the current network

configuration. Not used in Ad-Hoc mode.

 Shared Keys: Use these fields to enter the wireless network’s encryption keys.

The keys must be in the correct position (First, Second, Third, or Fourth).

 Key Length: Defines the length of each encryption key.

o For 40/64 bit (enter 10 digits for hexadecimal or 5 characters for ASCII)

o For 104/128 bit (Enter 26 digits for hexadecimal or 13 characters for ASCII)

When the length is changed, the number of available characters in the field

automatically changes. If a previously entered key is too long, the key is

automatically truncated to fit. If the key length is increased again, the key does

not update to the previous value.

8. Click OK to save the settings.

9. Select “TCP/IP Property” tab. Enter the settings and click “OK” to save the

settings.

 If the network uses DHCP server, choose Obtain an IP address automatically.

 If the network does not use DHCP server, choose Use the following IP address

to set the relative settings. For the IP configuration information, please contact

the network administrator.

5.3 Default Settings Windows XP Zero-Configuration

You may also choose the default parameters and directly proceed to Windows XP

zero-configuration through the steps below:

1. Go to “Control Panel” and open “Network Connections”.

2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection of “WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI

Module”, and make sure this connection is Enabled.

3. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection of “WLAN a+b+g mini-PCI

Module”, and then click “Properties”.

4. Select “Wireless Networks” tab and select “Use Windows to configure my

wireless network settings” check box.

Note! Clear the check box of “Use Windows to configure my wireless network

settings” will disable automatic wireless network configuration.

Appendix A: FAQ about WLAN

1. Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network?

This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a

network. Consult the application’s user guide to determine whether it supports

operation over a network.

2. Can I play computer games with other members of the wireless network?

Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN (local area network).

Refer to the game’s user guide for more information.

3. What is Spread Spectrum?

Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio frequency technique developed by

the military for use in reliable, secure, mission-critical communications systems. It is

designed to trade off bandwidth efficiency for reliability, integrity, and security. In

other words, more bandwidth is consumed than in the case of narrowband

transmission, but the trade-off produces a signal that is, in effect, louder and thus

easier to detect, provided that the receiver knows the parameters of the

spread-spectrum signal being broadcast. If a receiver is not tuned to the right

frequency, a spread-spectrum signal looks like background noise. There are two main

alternatives, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Frequency Hopping

Spread Spectrum (FHSS).

4. What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?

Frequency-Hopping Spread-Spectrum (FHSS) uses a narrowband carrier that changes

frequency in a pattern that is known to both transmitter and receiver. Properly

synchronized, the net effect is to maintain a single logical channel. To an unintended

receiver, FHSS appears to be short-duration impulse noise. Direct-Sequence

Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) generates a redundant bit pattern for each bit to be

transmitted. This bit pattern is called a chip (or chipping code). The longer the chip,

the greater the probability that the original data can be recovered. Even if one or more

bits in the chip are damaged during transmission, statistical techniques embedded in

the radio can recover the original data without the need for retransmission. To an

unintended receiver, DSSS appears as low power wideband noise and is rejected

(ignored) by most narrowband receivers.

5. Would the information be intercepted while transmitting on air?

WLAN features two-fold protection in security. On the hardware side, as with Direct

Sequence Spread Spectrum technology, it has the inherent security feature of

scrambling. On the software side, WLAN offers the encryption function (WEP) to

enhance security and access control.

6. What is WEP?

WEP is Wired Equivalent Privacy, a data privacy mechanism based on a 64-bit or

128-bit shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.

7. What is infrastructure mode?

When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is

configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.

8. What is roaming?

Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously

while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single access

point. Before using the roaming function, the workstation must make sure that it is the

same channel number with the access point of dedicated coverage area.

To achieve true seamless connectivity, the wireless LAN must incorporate a number

of different functions. Each node and access point, for example, must always

acknowledge receipt of each message. Each node must maintain contact with the

wireless network even when not actually transmitting data. Achieving these functions

simultaneously requires a dynamic RF networking technology that links access points

and nodes. In such a system, the user’s end node undertakes a search for the best

possible access to the system. First, it evaluates such factors as signal strength and

quality, as well as the message load currently being carried by each access point and

the distance of each access point to the wired backbone. Based on that information,

the node next selects the right access point and registers its address. Communications

between end node and host computer can then be transmitted up and down the

backbone. As the user moves on, the end node’s RF transmitter regularly checks the

system to determine whether it is in touch with the original access point or whether it

should seek a new one. When a node no longer receives acknowledgment from its

original access point, it undertakes a new search. Upon finding a new access point, it

then re-registers, and the communication process continues.

Appendix B: Specification

DNMA-83, Product Specification, 802.11N a/b/g mini-PCI Module

Item Key specifications

Main

Chipset

¾ Atheros® AR9160, AR9106

Frequency

range

¾ USA: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz, 5.725 ~ 5.825GHz

¾ Europe: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~ 5.725GHz

¾ Japan: 2.400 ~ 2.497GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~ 5.725GHz

¾ China: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.725 ~5.85GHz

Modulation

technique

¾ 802.11n a/b/g

DSSS (DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK)

OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)

DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) with

DBPSK (Differential Binary Phase Shift Keying 1Mbps),

DQPSK (Differential Quaternary Phase Shift Keying 2Mbps), and

CCK (Complementary Code Keying 5.5&11Mbps), and

OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing with BPSK for 6,9Mbps、 QPSK for

12,18Mbps、 16QAM for 24,36Mbps、 64QAM for 48,54Mbps)

Host

interface

¾ Mini-PCI form factor; Mini-PCI Version 1.0 type 3A

Channels

support

¾ 802.11n b/g

US/Canada: 11 (1 ~ 11)

Major European country: 13 (1 ~ 13)

France: 4 (10 ~ 13)

Japan: 11b: 14 (1~13 or 14th), 11g: 13 (1 ~ 13)

China: 13 (1 ~ 13)

¾ 802.11n a

1). US/Canada: 12 non-overlapping channels (36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64; 149,153,157,161)

2). Europe: 19 non-overlapping channel (36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64;

100,104,108,112,116,120,124,128,132,136,140)

3). Japan: 19 non-overlapping channels (36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64;

100,104,108,112,116,120,124,128,132,136,140)

4). China: 5 non-overlapping channels (149,153,157,161,165)

Operation

voltage ¾ 3.3V +/-5%

Operation ¾ 802.11a

distance

(Depends on

antenna

performance)

Outdoor: 50 m @54Mbps, 300 m @6Mbps

Indoor: 30 m @54Mbps, 100 m @6Mbps

¾ 802.11b

Outdoor: 150 m @11Mbps, 300 m @1Mbps

Indoor: 30 m @11Mbps, 100 m @1Mbps

¾ 802.11g

Outdoor: 50 m @54Mbps, 300 m @6Mbps

Indoor: 30 m @54Mbps, 100 m @6Mbps

¾ 802.11n

Outdoor: 250 m @6.5Mbps (MCS0: 1 Nss/20MHz BW)

30 m @130Mbps (MCS15: 2 Nss/20MHz BW)

30 m @300Mbps (MCS15: 2 Nss/40MHz BW)

Indoor: 100 m @6.5Mbps (MCS0: 1 Nss/20MHz BW)

20 m @130Mbps (MCS15: 2 Nss/20MHz BW)

20 m @300Mbps (MCS15: 2 Nss/40MHz BW)

Operation

supported

¾ Linux Kernel 2.6.15 or later, Windows 2K(TBD), XP(TBD), Vista(TBD)

PCB

Dimension ¾ 50.8mm (L/H) x 59.6mm (W) x 1.0mm (T)

Security

¾ 64-bit, 128-bit, 152-bit WEP Encryption

¾ 802.1x Authentication

¾ AES-CCM & TKIP Encryption

Operation

mode ¾ Infrastructure & Ad-hoc mode (TBD)

Transfer data

rate

¾ 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps

¾ 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps

¾ 802.11n: @800GI(400GI)

z 20MHz BW

 1 Nss: 65(72.2)Mbps maximal

 2 Nss: 130(144.444)Mbps maximal

z 40MHz BW

 1 Nss: 135(150)Mbps maximal

 2 Nss: 270(300)Mbps maximal

Operation

temperature ¾ 0o ~ 60o C

Storage

temperature ¾ -20o ~ 80o C

Wi-Fi

Alliance ¾ WECA Compliant

WHQL ¾ Microsoft 2K, XP Compliant

FAA ¾ S/W audio On/Off support

EMC

certificate

¾ FCC part 15 (USA)

¾ IC RSS210 (Canada)

¾ TELEC (Japan)

¾ ETSI, EN301893, EN60950 (Europe)

¾ VCCI CLASS B

Media access

protocol ¾ CSMA/CA with ACK architecture 32-bit MAC

Antenna

connector ¾ 3 x SMT Ultra-miniature coaxial connectors

Wistron NeWeb DNMA83 WLAN a/b/g/n mini-PCI Module User Manual

Wistron NeWeb Corporation WLAN a/b/g/n mini-PCI Module

User Manual

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