Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
1
Operation Manual
Test Utility Installation:
1. Unzip “ART_V0_5_b25ALL.zip” to “C:\”.
2. The utility must run on Win2000 or WinXP.
Hardware Installation:
Before insert the card, please execute the below instruction at first !!
1. Win2000 OS :
Enter in the directory : C:\ v0_5_b25ALL\art_driver\bin\2000
Execute the uninst_new_drv_2k.bat:
Execute the inst_new_drv_2k.bat :
WinXP OS :
Enter in the directory : C:\ v0_5_b25ALL\art_driver\bin\xp
Execute the uninst_new_drv_xp.bat:
Execute the inst_new_drv_xp.bat
2. Insert the card, then install the driver , the driver is located at
Win2000 OS :
C:\ v0_5_b25ALL\art_driver\bin\2000
WinXP OS :
C:\ v0_5_b25ALL\art_driver\bin\xp
Configuration:
1. Enter the DOS command mode , then change the directory to :
C:\ v0_5_b25ALL\art_driver\bin\xp
2. Input the instruction: art \id=2082
Then press enter .
ART TEST MODE:
1. Once utility is executed, a menu with test options will appear. To run a test, press the character key
that is assigned to the test option.
For example, press “c” to run the continuous transmit test, or press “r ” to run the continuous receive
test.
For example: press “o” to change 11g or 11b test mode, Press “c” to continuous transmit mode .
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
2
2. Continuous Transmit Options.
a. Before the Continuous Transmit test, need to press “e” first
The command will load the calibrate data to the EEROM, then the card can transmit the target
power
b. The channel frequency, data rate and output power could be changed in continuous transmit
options. Press “c” to increase the output power , 11g Power (data rate 6Mbps) is 17dBm, 11b
Power is 17dBm , Press ESC to return to the main Test Options menu when finished.
3. Continuous Receive Options
Continuous receive options will put the radio into receive mode to allow for radio measurements. Press
ESC to return to the main Test Options menu when finished.
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
3
1.0 Scope
1.1 Document
This document is to specify the product requirements for 802.11 a/b/g/n Mini-PCI Card. This mPCI is
based on Atheros chipset that complied with complied with IEEE 802.11n Draft 2.0, and it is also backward
complied with IEEE 802.11a standard from 5.15~5.825GHz wideband and IEEE 802.11b/g standard from
2.4~2.5GHz. It can be used to provide up to 54Mbps for IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11g , 11Mbps for
IEEE 802.11b and 300Mbps for IEEE 802.11n to connect your wireless LAN.
1.2 Product Features
y Compatible with IEEE 802.11a high rate standard to provide wireless 54Mbps data rate
y Compatible with IEEE 802.11g high rate standard to provide wireless 54Mbps data rate
y Compatible with IEEE 802.11b high rate standard to provide wireless 11Mbps data rate
y Compatible with IEEE 802.11 draft n standard to provide wireless 300Mbps data rate
y Maximum reliability, throughput and connectivity with automatic data rate switching
y Supports infrastructure networks via Access Point and ad-hoc network via peer-to-peer
communication
2.0 Requirements
The following sections identify the detailed requirements of the 802.11n a or g/b Mini-PCI Card.
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
4
2.1 Functional Block Diagram
2.0V LDO
LED
AR9160
Mini-PCI CONNECTOR
3.3V SUPPLY
EEPROM
DAC/ADC BASEBAND
CONTROL LINES
1.3V
40MHz CXO
2/5 GHz PDET and Control Chain 0
2GHz Rx Chain 0
5GHz Rx Chain 0
5GHz Tx Chain 0
2GHz Tx Chain 0
2GHz Rx Chain 2
AR9106
1.8V2/5 GHz PDET and Control Chain 1
DUAL SW
REG
3.3V
3.3V
5GHz Rx Chain 2
5GHz Tx Chain 2
2GHz Tx Chain 2
2/5 GHz PDET and Control Chain 2
2GHz Rx Chain 1
5GHz Rx Chain 1
5GHz Tx Chain 1
2GHz Tx Chain 1
FEM
FEM
FEM
BPF : BAND PASS FILTER
PDET : POWER DETECTOR
ANT_CON : ANTENNA CONNECTOR
FEM : FRONT END MODULE
ANT_CON
ANT_CON
ANT_CON
2.2 General Requirements
2.2.1 IEEE 802.11a Section
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.2.1.1Standard
2.2.1.2Radio and
Modulation Type
2.2.1.3Operating Frequency
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
2.2.4.6Maximum
Transmitter Output
Power at Antenna
Connector
2.2.4.7Receiver
Sensitivity at
Antenna Connector
Typical RF Output Power at each RF chain, Data Rate and at
y
room Temp. 25degree C
ʳ5GHz Band/HT-20(TBC)ʳMaximum 16dBm at
5GHz Band/HT-20(TBC)
MCS0~15(AVG power for each chain)
dBm at MCS0~15
y
2.4GHz Band/HT-20(TBC)ʳMaximum 16dBm at
2.4GHz Band/HT-
MCS0~15 (AVG power for each chain)
20(TBC)dBm at MCS0~15
y
Note: The maximum power setting will vary according to individual country
regulations.
Typical Sensitivity at Which Frame (1000-byte PDUs) Error
y
Rate = 10% and at room Temp. 25degree C
5GHz Band/HT-20
(TBC)
–dBm at MCS7/15
y
–dBm at MCS6/14
y
–dBm at MCS5/13
y
–dBm at MCS4/12
y
–dBm at MCS3/11
y
–dBm at MCS2/10
y
–dBm at MCS1/9
y
–dBm at MCS0/8
y
2.4GHz Band/HT-
20(TBC)
–dBm at MCS7/15
y
–dBm at MCS6/14
y
–dBm at MCS5/13
y
–dBm at MCS4/12
y
–dBm at MCS3/11
y
–dBm at MCS2/10
y
–dBm at MCS1/9
y
–dBm at MCS0/8
y
5GHz Band/HT-40(TBC)ʳMaximum 16dBm at
5GHz Band/HT-40(TBC)
MCS0~15 (AVG power for each chain)
dBm at MCS0~15
y
ʳ2.4GHz Band/HT-40(TBC)ʳMaximum 16dBm at MCS0~15
2.4GHz Band/HT-40(TBC)
(AVG power for each chain)
dBm at MCS0~15
y
5GHz Band/HT-40 (TBC)
–dBm at MCS7/15
y
–dBm at MCS6/14
y
–dBm at MCS5/13
y
–dBm at MCS4/12
y
–dBm at MCS3/11
y
–dBm at MCS2/10
y
–dBm at MCS1/9
y
–dBm at MCS0/8
y
2.4GHz Band/HT-40(TBC)
–dBm at MCS7/15
y
–dBm at MCS6/14
y
–dBm at MCS5/13
y
–dBm at MCS4/12
y
–dBm at MCS3/11
y
–dBm at MCS2/10
y
–dBm at MCS1/9
y
–dBm at MCS0/8
y
2.2.5 General Section
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.2.5.1Antenna Type
2.2.5.2Operating Voltage
2.2.5.3Current
Consumption
2.2.5.4Form Factor and
I-pex compatible connectors
y
3.3VDC +/- 10%
y
mA at transmit mode
y
mA at receive mode
y
Mini-PCI type III A form factor
y
Interface
2.3 Software Requirements
The Configuration Software supports Linux 2.6.15. This configuration software includes the following
functions:
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
8
y Security
g
g
Supports enhanced security WEP, 802.1x,WPA, WPA2.
2.3.1 Security
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.3.3.1Encryptiony RC4 encryption algorithm
y Support 64-bit, 128-bit and 152-bit WEP encryption
y Support open system (OSA) and shared key
authentication (SKA)
2.3.3.2WEP
Management
2.3.3.3802.1x
2.3.3.4WPA/WPA2
y Four WEP keys can be selected
y STA with WEP off will never associate any AP with
WEP enabled
y WEP Key Format: Option for Hex format
Support EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, and EAP-PEAP
y
Support WPA/WPA2-PSK and WPA/WPA2-EAP
y
Support Cipher Mode AES and TKIP
y
2.4 PCB Dimension Requirements
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.4.1Lengthy 60.00 mm
2.4.2Widthy 50.00 mm
2.4.3Highy 1.00mm
2.5 Compatibility Requirements
This device passes the following compatibility requirements.
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.5.1Wi-Fi
2.5.2WHQL
2.5.3Physical Layer
and
Functionality
Meet Wi-Fi certification for IEEE 802.11a/b/g/ draft n product
y
Meet applicable WHQL certification requirements
y
Meet Alpha Networks Engineering Test Plan and Test Report
y
2.6 Regulatory Requirements
#Detailed Description
2.6.1FCC , CE, C-Tick , NCC , IC ,TELEC, VCCI, CSA international
2.7 Requirements of Reliability, Maintainability and Quality
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.7.1MTBF
2.7.2Maintainability
2.7.3Quality
Mean Time Between Failure > 30,000 hours
y
There is no scheduled preventive maintenance required
y
The product quality is followed-up by Alpha Networks factory
y
quality control system
2.8 Environmental Requirements
#FeatureDetailed Description
2.8.1Operating
Temperature
Conditions
2.8.2Non-Operatin
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
y The product is capable of continuous reliable operation when
operating in ambient temperature of 0 к to +50к.
Neither subassemblies is dama
y
ed nor the operational
9
#FeatureDetailed Description
Temperature
Conditions
2.8.3Operating
Humidity
conditions
2.8.4Non-Operating
Humidity
Conditions
performance is degraded when restored to the operating
temperature after exposing to storage temperature in the range
of –20 к to +75 к.
The product is capable of continuous reliable operation when
y
subjected to relative humidity in the range of 10% and 90% noncondensing.
The product is not damaged nor the performance is degraded
y
after exposure to relative humidity ranging from 5% to 95% noncondensing
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.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
For operation within 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted to indoor environment.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Alpha Networks Proprietary and Confidential Information
10
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.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited
to channels 1 through 11.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following
conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the
antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna,
3) For all products market in US, OEM has to limit the operation channels in CH1
to CH11 for 2.4G band by supplied firmware programming tool. OEM shall not
supply any tool or info to the end-user regarding to Regulatory Domain change.
As long as 3 conditions above are met, further transmitter
However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any
additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example,
digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.).
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met
certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC
authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not
final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for
re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate
FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may
be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users.
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains
FCC ID: RRKWMPND03”.
test will not be required.
(for example
be used on the
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end
product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as
show in this manual.
Industry Canada Statement
אՀᤞᔞشچΚ
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules.
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
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a
maximum gain of 7.12dBi.
Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of
Industry Canada. The required antenna
impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the EIRP is not more than
required for successful communication.
Caution:
The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to
reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite
systems.
Because high power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning
they have priority) in 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz, these radars
could cause interference and/or damage to license exempt LAN
devices.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.