Abocom Systems WM5100 User Manual

802.11n compliant 2.4GHz
Mini-PCI Module

User’s Manual

REGULATORY STATEMENTS

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: MQ4WM5100 ". 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.

FCC Certification

The United States Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and the
Canadian Department of Communications have established certain rules
governing the use of electronic equipment.

Part15, Class B

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 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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more 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.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the
equipment.

CAUTION

1. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation

distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this
device and all persons.

2. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with

any other antenna or transmitter.

3. For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be

operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

Agency in the United States of America:
Company Name: Xterasys Corporation
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Address: 4711 CHINO AVE. CHINO, CA91710 USA

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................1

WIRELESS NETWORK OPTIONS ...............................................................................1

The Peer-to-Peer Network.........................................................................1

The Access Point Network........................................................................2

INSTALLATION....................................................................................................3

INSTALL THE DEVICE ..............................................................................................3

INSTALL THE DRIVER & UTILITY ............................................................................3

Verify Device Installation........................................................................10

CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................11

ACCESSING THE CONFIGURATION UTILITY............................................................11

CURRENT STATUS TAB .........................................................................................12

PROFILE MANAGER TAB.......................................................................................13

DIAGNOSTICS TAB................................................................................................19

ACTION................................................................................................................20

OPTIONS...............................................................................................................21

HELP....................................................................................................................23

UNINSTALLATION.............................................................................................24

INTRODUCTION

The 802.11n compliant 2.4GHz Mini-PCI Module is a device that allows you
connect your computer to a wireless local area network (LAN). A wireless LAN
allows your system to use wireless Radio Frequency (RF) technology to transmit
and receive data without physically attaching to the network. The Wireless
protocols that come with this product ensure data security and isolation from
interference generated by other radio frequencies.

This card also allows you to take full advantage of your computer’s mobility with
access to real-time information and online services anytime and anywhere. In
addition, this device eliminates the bother of pulling cable through walls and
under furniture. It even allows you to place your system in locations where
cabling is impossible. Modifying and augmenting networks has never been so
easy.

Wireless Network Options

The Peer-to-Peer Network

This network installation lets you set a small wireless workgroup easily and
quickly. Equipped with wireless PC Cards or wireless PCI, you can share files
and printers between each PC and laptop.

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You can also use one computer as an Internet Server to connect to a wired global
network and share files and information with other computers via a wireless LAN.

The Access Point Network

The network installation allows you to share files, printers, and Internet access
much more conveniently. With Wireless LAN Cards, you can connect wireless
LAN to a wired global network via an Access Point.

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INSTALLATION

Install the device

1. Make sure the computer is turned off. Remove the expansion

slot cover from the computer.

2. Carefully slide the 802.11n compliant 2.4GHz Mini-PCI

Module into the mini PCI slot. Push evenly and slowly and
ensure it is properly seated.

3. After the device has been connected to your computer, turn on

your computer. Windows will detect the new hardware and then
automatically copy all of the files needed for networking.

Note for Windows 98 users:

Before installation of the device, make sure you have your operating
system CD-ROM at hand. You may be asked to insert th e OS CD-ROM
in order to download specific drivers.

Install the Driver & Utility

1. Exit all Windows programs. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM

drive of your computer.

• If the CD-ROM is not launched automatically, go to your CD-ROM drive (e.g.
drive D) and double-click on Setup.exe.

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2. When the Choose Setup Language screen appears, select the

language you prefer and then click Next to continue.

3. Click Next to process the installation.

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4. When the License Agreement screen appears, select “I accept the

terms of the license agreement” view the contents and then click
Next to continue.

4. When it comes to Setup Type screen, choose “Install Client

Utilities and Driver” then click Next.

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