Belkin F5D7000ecE, P74849ec User Manual

802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter

User Manual

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Introduction

The 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter that
seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such
as mobile users or temporary conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and
reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired L ANs (which
include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling.) Just install enough wireless
access points to cover your network area, plug wireless cards into your PCs, and
start networking. Using this card in conjunction with a wireless access point, you
can create an instant network that integrates seamlessly with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
LANs. Moreover, moving or expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing
additional access points – no wires!

Features

• Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling

• Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs

• Integrates with or replaces wired LANs at dramatically lower cost than
wired alternatives

• Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet LANs augments existing networks
quickly and easily

• Easy installation

• Direct Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust,
interference-resistant and secure wireless connection

• Complemetary Code Keying (CCK) ensures backward compatibility to
the existing IEEE 802.11b WLAN infrastructure

• Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) provides the speed
required for today’s high-bandwidth application

• Supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/ XP

• Supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected
Access) security

• Provides a user-friendly interface for configuration

• Firmware upgradeable

• Extended range feature supported

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Hardware Description

The Wireless PCI Adapter suppor ts 54 Mbps connections to Ethernet networks. This
card is fully compliant with specifications defined in IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g
standards. The adapter can be installed in any PC with a PCI slot. It supports Windows
98SE/Me/2000/XP.

LED Indicators

The Wireless PCI Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as described in the
following table.

LED Status Description

Power/ On Indicates a valid connection with an access point.
Link
Flashing Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is scanning for
available networks.

Activity Flashing Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is
transmitting/receiving data.

Applications

Offers a fast, reliable, cost-ef fective solution for wireless client access to the network
in applications like these:

• Remote ac cess to c orpor ate net work inf ormat ion

E-mail, file transfer, and terminal emulation

• Difficult-to-wire environments

Historic or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where
wiring is difficult to employ

• Frequently changing environments

Retailers, manufacturers, and banks who frequently rearrange the
workplace and change location

• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak times

Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need a temporary
setup for a shor t time period. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies
that need additional workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require
workgroups at customer sites

• Access to database for mobile workers

Doctors, nurses, retailers, office workers who need access to databases
while being mobile in the hospital, retail store or of fice campus

• SOHO users

SOHO (Small Office and Home Of fice) users who need easy and quick
installation of a small computer network

System Requirements

Before you install the Wireless PCI Adapter, check your system for the following:

• A PC with an available PCI slot

• Windows 98SE /Me /200 0/XP (Prepare the Windows OS CD for use during
installation)

• A minimum of 1500 Kby tes of free disk space for installing the driver and
utility program

• 300 MHz processor or higher

• Other IEEE 802.11b/g-compliant devices installed in your area

Package Checklist

The Wireless PCI Adapter package includes :

• 1 Wireless PCI Adapter

• 1 driver and utility installation CD

• This Quick Installation Guide
Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts.
If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again
to repack the product if there is a need to return it for repair.

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Antenna Installation

After installing the Wireless PCI Adapter in your computer, please install the antenna
before using the adapter.

1. You can find the antenna jack located on the back of your PC.

2. Screw the antenna connector to the antenna jack.

Hardware Installation

Warnings:

(1) This network adapter requires a PC and BIOS that supports the PCI Local Bus
Specification v2.2 or later. If you are installing in an older computer model, upgrade the
BIOS to the latest version.

(2) Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, always touch
the metal chassis of your PC or the ground before handling the adapter.

Follow these steps to plug the adapter into your computer:

1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the computer’s cover.

2. Select an available bus-mastering PCI slot and remove the cover bracket.

3. Insert the Wireless PCI Adapter into the slot so that it is firmly seated. Screw the
card’s bracket securely into the computer’s chassis.

Note: Be careful that it does not touch any conducting par ts on the computer
motherboard.

4. Replace the chassis cover on your computer and power it on.

5. Attach the antenna, see the next page for instructions.

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3. Though the software is fully compatible with Windows XP, it has not yet been Logo
tested by Microsoft. Click Continue Anyway. Do not click STOP Installation, as this
will cancel the installation process, and the drivers will not be installed properly.

4. When the wizard has finished installing the driver, the following screen will appear.

Click Finish to exit the window.

The installation is now completed. Your adapter is now ready for use.

Driver Installation

The CD labeled “Driver CD” that comes with the package contains the software drivers
for the Wireless PCI Adapter.

After you have installed the adapter into your computer and turned the power on,
Windows XP will automatically detect the new hardware and prompt you to install the
driver.

1. Place the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. The program will auto-run.

2. Select the Recommended option and click Next.