Compex Systems IWAVEPORT WL11A+ User Manual

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Trademark Information

Compex®, ReadyLINK® and MicroHub® are registered trademarks of Compex, Inc. Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are the trademarks of Microsoft Corp. NetWare is the registered trademark of Novell Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Notice: Copyrights © 2002 by Compex, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior permission of Compex, Inc. is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. Manual Revision by Jake Chia Manual Number: U-0351-V1.2C Version 1.2C, October 2002

Disclaimer

Compex, Inc. provides this manual without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Compex, Inc. may make improvements and/or changes to the product and/or specifications of the product described in this manual, without prior notice. Compex, Inc will not be liable for any techni cal inaccuraci es or typograph ical errors found in this guide. Changes are periodically made to the information contained herein and will be incorporated into later versions of the manual. The information contained is subject to change without prior notice.

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FCC NOTICE

This device 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 device generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used i n 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 device does cause harmful interference to radio or t elevision recep tion, th e user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate t he receiving antenna.

• Connect the computer into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Increase the separation bet ween the computer and receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Compex, Inc. declares the followin g: Product Name: Compex iWavePort 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card Model No.: WL11A+ conforms to the following Product Standards: Radiated Emission Standards: EN55022A, FCC Part 15 Class B; Conducted Emission Standards: EN60555Pt2 conducted emission; EN55022A conducted emission, FCC Part 15 Class B; Immunity Standards: IEC 801-2; IEC 801-3; IEC 801-4. Therefore, this product is in conformity with the following regional standards: FCC Class B - following the provisions of FCC Part 15 directive; CE Mark - following the provisions of the EC directive. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Technical Support Information

The warranty information and registration form are found in the Quick Install Guide.

For technical support, you may contact COMPEX or its subsidiaries. For your convenience, you may also seek technical assistance from the local distributor, or from the authorized dealer/reseller that you have purchased this product from. For technical support by email, write to support@compex.com.sg

Refer to the table below for the nearest Technical Support Centers:

Technical Support Centers

Contact the technical support center that services your location.

U.S.A., Canada, Latin America and South America

 Write

 Call

Fax

 Write

 Call

Fax

Compex, Inc. 4051 E. La Palma, Unit A Anaheim, CA 92807, USA

Tel: Tel: Fax: BBS:

ReadyLINK Networktechnology Gmbh Albert Einstein Straβe 34 / M21 63322 Rödermark, Germany Tel: Fax: BBS:

(714) 630-7302 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. Pacific time) (800) 279-8891 ext.122 Technical Support (714) 630-6521 (714) 630-2570 (24-hour access)

+49 (0) 6074 - 98017 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. local time) +49 (0) 6074 - 90668 +49 (0) 6074 - 93974 (24-hour access) Email:readylink@compex.com.sg

Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Middle East

and the rest of the World

 Write

 Call

Internet access/ Website:

Fax

Compex Systems Pte Ltd

135, Joo Seng Road #08-01, PM Industrial Building Singapore 368363

Tel: Tel: Fax: BBS:

E-mail: FTPsite: http://www.cpx.com or http://www.compex.com.sg

(65) 6286-1805 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. local time) (65) 6286-2086 ext.199 Technical Support (65) 6283-8337 (65) 6282-8854 (24-hour access)

support@compex.com.sg ftp.compex.com.sg

Europe

About This Document

The product described in this document, Compex iWavePort Series, WL11A+ is a licensed product of Compex Systems Pte Ltd. This document contains instructions for installing, configuring and using the WL11A+. It also gives an overview of the key applications and the networking concepts with respect to the product.

This documentation is for both Network Administrators and the end user who possesses some basic knowledge and expertise in the networking structure and protocols.

It makes a few assumptions th at the host co mputer has already been inst alled with TCP/IP and already up & running and accessing the Internet. Procedures for Windows 98/2000/XP operating systems are included in this document. However, for other operating system, you may need to refer to your operating system’s documentation for networking.

How to Use this Document

The document is written in such a way that you as a user will find it convenient to find specific information pertaining to the product. It comprises of chapters that explain in details on the installation and configuration of WL11A+.

Conventions

In this do cument, speci al conven tions are u sed to help and presen t the informatio n clearly. The Compex iWavePort 11Mbps PCMCIA Wireless LAN Card is often referred to as WL11A+ in this document. Below is a list of conventions used throughout.

NOTE

This section will consist of important features or instructions

CAUTION

This section concerns risk of injury, system damage or loss of data

WARNING

This section concerns risk of severe injury

References on Menu Command, Push Button, Radio Button, LED and Label appear in Bold. For example, “Click on the Ok button”

Table of Contents

Trademark Information.............................................................................................ii

Disclaimer .............................................................................................................ii

Your Feedback ..........................................................................................................ii

FCC NOTICE...........................................................................................................iii

Declaration of Conformity .......................................................................................iii

Technical Support Information ................................................................................iv

About This Document............................................................................................... v

How to Use this Document ....................................................................................... v

Conventions .............................................................................................................v

Chapter 1 Product Overview.......................................................................1

1.1 Introduction..................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Overview......................................................................................................... 1

1.3 Features and Benefits...................................................................................... 1

1.3.1 IEEE 802.11b compliant......................................................................1

1.3.2 Supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11Mbps Data Rates..........................................1

1.3.3 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64/128-bit data encryption.............2

1.3.4 External Antenna Connector Slot........................................................ 2

1.4 Applications.................................................................................................... 2

1.4.1 When do you need wireless LAN........................................................ 2

1.4.2 Networking scenarios for WL11A+ .................................................... 2

1.5 Technical Specifications................................................................................. 4

Chapter 2 Getting Started............................................................................5

2.1 Package Content..............................................................................................5

2.2 Setup Considerations ...................................................................................... 5

2.2.1 Software requirements.........................................................................5

2.2.2 Hardware requirements........................................................................ 5

Chapter 3 Hardware and Software Installation........................................6

3.1 WL11A+ Hardware and Software Installation for Win98/ME/2000 .............. 6

3.2 WL11A+ Hardware and Software Installation for Windows XP.................... 9

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Chapter 4 Client Manager Configuration................................................12

4.1 Installing the Wireless Client Manager......................................................... 12

4.2 Functions of the Wireless Client Manager.................................................... 16

4.2.1 Under File Heading ........................................................................... 16

4.2.2 Under Actions Heading..................................................................... 17

4.2.3 Under Advanced Heading ................................................................. 22

4.2.4 Under Help Headings........................................................................ 30

Chapter 5 TCP/IP Configuration..............................................................33

5.1 Adding TCP/IP network protocol for Windows 98/98SE/ME...................... 33

5.2 TCP/IP network protocol configuration for Windows XP............................ 37

Chapter 6 Wireless Network Configuration in Windows XP.................41

6.1 Configuring wireless network in Windows XP............................................. 40

NOTES ......................................................................................44

Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction

Wireless networki ng is a convenient way of sett ing up a network bo th at home and in the office. The lack of physical infrastructure such as LAN cables increases the cost of implementing a network environment. However, with wireless networking, a networking structure can easily be implemented.

As a home user, you can enjoy the freedom to roam around your house and maintain connection to your network. Surfing the web, sending e-mail or downloading a program while in the garden, near your swimming pool or anywhere in your house has become a reality.

With the many benefits tha t a wireless networ k environment br ings, many new offices are contempla ting of expanding their network environment with wireless d evices.

1.2 Overview

The Compex WL11A+ is a simple 11Mbps wireless adapter and is compliant with the IEEE 802.11b industry standard. It offers the convenience of plug and play by simply connecting to a PCMCIA interface of your PC or notebook. With a built in external antenna connector slot, you can purchase a Compex external antenna (WA-HGA-5+) to connect to the Compex WL11A+ for a wider coverage area.

1.3 Features and Benefits

Compex WL11A+ is designed to give you all the support features you need in a wireless network to establish connection with a wireless client. The list below identifies some of the features and benefits of WL11A+.

1.3.1 IEEE 802.11b compliant

The Compex WL11A+ can interoperate with any other wireless devices that comply with IEEE802.11b Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS).

1.3.2 Supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11Mbps Data Rates

The Compex WL11A+ works at a maximum speed of 11Mbps on the wireless interface; and is backward compatible to support older wireless products with lower speeds of 1 or 2 Mbps.

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1.3.3 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64/128-bit data encryption

For data privacy, the Compex iWavePort WL11A+ uses a 64-bit or 128-bit private encryption key to code your data. This ensures that only wireless clients configured with the same WEP key are able to gain access to the data.

1.3.4 External Antenna Connector Slot

To increase the range of the Compex WL11A+ for wider and better coverage, a Compex (WA-HGA-5+) external antenna can be purchased separately and fitted to your Compex WL11A+.

1.4 Applications

The Compex WL11A+ facilitates wireless connections to other hosts on a network.

1.4.1 When do you need wireless LAN

Installing the Compex WL11A+ will give you these benefits:

• High mobility at your home or office

• No messy wires

• Overcoming structural restrictions in the building

• Cost effectiveness against laying of cables

• Easy scalability and quick expansion of existing network

1.4.2 Networking scenarios for WL11A+ WL11A+ can be configured for 2 types of wireless architectures – Infrastructure and

Ad-Hoc.

In an Ad-Hoc architecture, the wireless clients communicate directly with one another. No access points exists on such a wireless LAN configuration. Each wireless client is allowed to transfer data packets with each other.

In an Infrastructure architecture, all the wireless clients communicate through access points which are devices that act as base stations for all wireless communication. The data packets from the wireless clients are transferred to the access points before being transmitted to other hosts on the network.

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The following figure shows an example of how a Compex WL11A+ can work in an Ad-Hoc architecture.

In an Ad-Hoc architecture, there is no limit to the number of wireless clients you can connect.

In an Infrastructure architecture, the number of wireless clients supported depends on the access point.

Figure 1.4.2a Different Networking Infrastructures

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1.5 Technical Specifications

Model iWavePort WL11A+ Industry Standards IEEE 802.11 & 802.11b DSSS

CE Mark, FCC Class B, Gost, C-Tick Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Frequency Band 2400 ~ 2483.5MHz (US, Canada)

2400 ~ 2497MHz (Europe, Japan) Operating Channe ls 11 Channels Media Access Method Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision

Avoidance (CSMA/CA) Data Rate 11Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 2Mbps, 1Mbps Modulation CCK, BPSK, QPSK Data Privacy 64-bit or 128-bit WEP (selectable) Operating Range 50 meters @ 11Mbps (Indoor)

160 meters @ 11Mbps (Outdoor) Dimension(L x W x H) 115mm x 54mm x 8mm Environmental Requirement

Temperature

Humidity

Operating : 0°C to 40°C

Storage : -20°C to 70°C

Operating : 10%RH to 70%RH

Storage : 5%RH to 90%RH

Chapter 2 Getting Started

This chapter outlines the basic requirements before you begin any installation and configuration of the Compex WL11A+.

2.1 Package Content

Thank you for purchasing the Compex WL11A+. The package should contain the following:

• Compex WL11A+ Adapter

• Quick Install Guide with warranty registration

• User Manual

• CD with software drivers and utilities

2.2 Setup Considerations

• Check your Local Area Network configurations. Determine if it is a Dynamic

or Static IP addressing.

• Check the TCP/IP protocols and IP address settings of the PCs/Clients or

Ethernet Hub/Switch in your LAN. (refer to Chapter 5, “TCP/IP

Configuration” for more information)

2.2.1 Software requirements

• Windows 95/98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

• 2 MB of hard disk space

2.2.2 Hardware requirements

• Laptops with PCMCIA slot.

Chapter 3 Hardware and Software Installation

The Compex WL11A+ is a Plug and Play device. You can plug it into your PCMCIA slot for auto-detection. If the device cannot be detected, please refer to Chapter 6, Appendix for more information. For Windows 98, you would need your Windows 98 Installation CD.

3.1 Compex WL11A+ Hardware Installation

Figure 3.1a WL11A+ slotted in PCMCIA Slot

For Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000:

To begin:

1. Insert the Compex WL11A+ into the PCMCIA slot of your laptop and power up your laptop.(Note: You do not need to power up your laptop for Windows ME/2000/XP, as it will auto-detect the WL11A+)

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2. The LED will light up indicating that the WL11A+ is receiving power from your laptop.

3. Your laptop will detect the new hardware and prompt for the device driver as shown in the following screen. Click Next.

Figure 3.1b Add New Hardware Wizard Screen 1

4. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended) and click on Next.

Figure 3.1c Add New Hardware Wizard Screen 2

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5. In sert the CD into your computer CD-ROM drive. Select Specify a location:, Enter text shown below accordi ng to your operating system. Click Next.

Type e:\win_95\ for Windows 95 Type e:\win_98\ for Windows 98 Type e:\win_NT\ for Windows NT Type e:\win_ME\ for Windows ME Type e:\win_2000\ for Windows2000

Note: e: denotes the CD-ROM drive.

Figure 3.1d Add New Hardware Wizard Screen 3

6. Once Windows detect your drivers, Click Next and your drivers would be installed.

Figure 3.1e Drivers Located

7. When the installation is done and a screen confirming that you have installed the Compex iWavePort WL11A+ would appear. Click on Finish. After which, Windows 98 would prompt you to reboot. Please do so accordingly.

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For Windows XP:

To begin:

1. Insert the Compex WL11A+ into the PCMCIA slot of your laptop.

2. The LED will light up indicating that the Compex WL11A+ is receiving power from your laptop.

3. Your laptop will detect the new hardware and prompt for the device driver. A screen would appear like the following figure shown.

Figure 3.1.1a Found New Hardware Wizard Screen 1

4. Insert the CD provided and select install the software automatically (Recommended). Click Next.

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5. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. Select Include this location in the search:, enter x:\Win_XP and click Next as shown in Figure 3.1.1b. Note: x refers to the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive. Alternatively, you can click on Browse to look for the Win_XP folder.

Figure 3.1.1b Windows Logo Test

6. Windows will copy the necessary files and the installation is completed when Figure 3.1.1c is shown.

Figure 3.1.1c Installation Complete

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7. Go to My Computer, right mouse click and go to Properties. Select Hardware and then click Device Manager. Select Network adapters. You will be able to find Compex iWavePort WL11A+ if it has been successfully installed. (See Figure 3.1.1d)

Figure 3.1.1d Checking Status of WL11A+ Driver

Chapter 4 Client Manager Configuration

This chapter explains the configuration of the Compex WL11A+ using the Client Manager program that you will installed.

4.1 Installing the Wireless Client Manager

.Put your installation CD into your CD-rom and a start page in a browser

format like the following figure below would be shown. Click on Drivers and Utilities and click on Client Manager link. A welcome page would be shown.

Figure 4.1a Wireless Client Manager Setup Welcome Page

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Figure 4.1b Client Manager Utility Setup

2. Click on Next and a License Agreement screen would be displayed. Read the License Agreement. To agree, click on Yes.

Figure 4.1c License Agreement

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3. Enter the destination folder you want your Client Manager to be installed in and Click Next.

Figure 4.1d Choose Destination Folder

4. Enter the folder that you want the Client Manager to appear in your Start Menu and click Next.

Figure 4.1e Select Program Folder

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5. Check on the language of your choice and click Next.

Figure 4.1f Select Language

6. Check the box and click on Finish. The Client Manager will start up automatically.

Figure 4.1g Installation Complete

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7. Once the installation is completed, you will be able to see the utility icon like the one below appearing on the system tray, which can be found at the bottom right of the computer screen. Click on the icon to pull up the Wireless Client Manager.

Figure 4.1h Wireless Client Manager Icon

4.2 Functions of the Wireless Client Manager

Click on the utility icon of the Client Manager on the system tray and a Wireless Client Manager would be pulled out just like the figure below.

Figure 4.2a Wireless Client Manager Configuration

There are 4 headings in the Wireless Client Manager. They would be discussed in greater detail in the following pages. You will also be able to switch preset profiles just by changing the name in the Current Configuration Profile and clicking ok.

4.2.1 Under File Heading Under File, there are 2 options:

• Disable Radio

• Close Window

Disable Radio: Disables the WL11A+ PCMCIA Card

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Close Window: Closes the Wireless Client Manager window and minimizes it into the system tray.

Figure 4.2.1a Wireless Client Manager Under File Configuration

4.2.2 Under Actions Heading Under Actions, there are 2 options:

• Add/Edit Configuration Profile

• Select Configuration Profile

Figure 4.2.2a Wireless Client Manager Under Actions Configuration

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Add/Edit Configuration Profile:

The Add/Edit Configuration Profile allows the user to set the PCMCIA card as an Access Point, Residential Gateway, Peer to Peer Group or Act as a Base station, accordingly.

Note: The Add/Edit Configuration Profile is not available for Windows XP. The networking configuration of WL11A+ would be done in Windows XP. (See Chapter 6 Wireless Network Configuration in Windows XP) The Client Manager program can still be used for diagnostics.

The different connections are shown in the following diagrams for you to easily understand how to configure your Compex WL11A+. Note: Residential Gateway and Access Point serve the same function.

WL11A+

Access Point

WL11A+

Figure 4.2.2b Access Point/Residential Gateway Mode

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WL11A+

Figure 4.2.2c Peer to Peer Group Mode

WL11A+

Base Station

WL11A+

Figure 4.2.2d Act as Base Station Mode

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Select Add/Edit Configuration Profile to d isplay the following screen. You can add a new profile by clicking the Add Button or edit the profile by clicking the Edit Button. You can also delete the profile by clicking on the Delete button.

Figure 4.2.2e Add/Edit Configuration Profile

Click Add and type in a profile name. Select the appropriate network configuration setup as shown in the diagrams earlier. Click Next.

Figure 4.2.2f Add ESSID

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Type in the Network Name (ESSID) or press Scan to allow automatic scanning of all available networks. Note: The Network Name is case sensitive. Ensure your Network

Name is exactly the same as your access point’s network name.

Figure 4.2.2g Set Security Keys

If you want data security, check the corresponding box and enter your keys. Make sure that your access points have the same keys as your Compex WL11A+ in order for them to communicate. You can fill in a few keys and choose the key to use in the

encrypt data with: option.

Figure 4.2.2h Power Management

Choose your Power Management configuration and click Next.

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Note: Selecting On (Lower power consumption and performance) enables your laptop to use less battery power to power your WL11A+,thus increasing the battery duration.

Figure 4.2.2i Profile Configuration Done

Click Finish to end the configuration process. Check Renew IP Address when selecting this profile if there is a change in IP address.

Figure 4.2.2j Entering ESSID and Channel Number for Peer to Peer and Base

Station Configuration

For Peer to Peer Group and Base Station Configuration, you are allowed to change the channel number. Usually, this would be automatically detected and configured between the peers. You can also choose a particular channel if you prefer.

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Select Configuration Profile:

This enables you to select pre-programmed profiles that you have already setup, to avoid the hassle of changing the settings once you reach a different network or change to a different function.

Note: Under Windows XP, the Add/Edit Configuration Profile is not available. Windows XP use their own network connection settings to configure the Compex WL11A+. You can still use the Client Manager to diagnose the signal strength that the Compex WL11A+ is getting.

4.2.3 Under Advanced Headings Under Advanced, there are 3 options:

• Card Diagnostic s

• Link Test

• Site Monitor

These options are mainly for advanced users who want to test out the card through various formats. The Compex WL11A+ provides that option for these users.

Figure 4.2.3a Wireless Client Manager Under Advanced Configuration

Card Diagnostics:

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This allows the user to test the card to verify that the various parameters as shown in the figure below are working. Click on Test Card Now button to start the diagnosis. The self test results would be shown on the same screen. If more help is needed, click on the Advice button. If you want a report on the problem, click Generate Report and save the report in .txt file format.

Figure 4.2.3b Wireless Client Manager Diagnose

Under Link Test there are 3 different tabs as shown in the figure below:

• Test Results

• Test History

• Logging Settings

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Figure 4.2.3c Test Results

Test Results:

This diagnostic tool helps indicate the signal strength and the noise level between the test partner (access points, another WL11A+…) and the Compex WL11A+ on your laptop. You can also Freeze the readings by clicking on the Freeze but ton found on the right hand bottom of the screen. To reset the total messages sent, click Reset.

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Figure 4.2.3d Test History

Test History:

This diagnostic tool allows the users to monitor the signal strength and noise of Compex WL11A+ and the test partner over a period of time. Graphs plotted can have different parameters as the user chooses under the options Type of Display and Time Window on the left hand corner of the screen.

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Figure 4.2.3e Log Settings

Log Settings:

This feature allows users to log in data on the performance of the Compex WL11A+. To save the log file, input the file name and click on Browse to navigate around your computer’s hard disk to find a folder to store your log file.

Under Site Monitor there are 4 options:

• Selection

• Site Monitor

• Log Settings

• AP Names

This section allows users to monitor the access points (APs) and other IEEE 802.11.b devices that the Compex WL11A+ is able to detect within it’s radius of operation.

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Figure 4.2.3f AP Names

Selection:

This feature allows users to monitor the networks detected by the Compex WL11A+ that WL11A+. To redetect all available networks in the radius of operation, simply click Scan Now.

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Figure 4.2.3g Site Monitor

Site Monitor:

Every networking product has a unique MAC address. The Site Monitor feature allows users to sort out all networking devices the Compex WL11A+ is able to detect, according to specific criterias. The Freeze button is able to capture the signal to noise ratio (SNR) and other time variable constants. The Reset Button allows users to start the monitoring process again.

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Figure 4.2.3h Log Settings

Log Settings:

This enables the user to log in the results from the tests in Site Monitor. It also allows the user to specify the recording format.

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Figure 4.2.3i AP Names

AP Names: AP Names show the access points (APs) that is detected by the Compex WL11A+.

The user is also able to enter MAC address for other networking products by entering their MAC addresses and AP names in the blank fields available on the right. Click

Add to Table to add the MAC address to the MAC address list.

4.2.4 Under Help Headings Under Help, we have 2 options:

• Contents

• Version Info

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Figure 4.2.4a Wireless Client Manager Under Help Configura t ion

Contents: Clicking on Contents will bring up a Help file with an index of words and

instructions.

Figure 4.2.4b Client Manager Help Index

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Version Info: Displays the Utility Version, the Driver Version, the Card Specifications of the Compex WL11A+, and the Firmware that is currently loaded

onto the WL11A+. Please refer to Compex’s website at www.compex.com.sg

www.cpx.com

for the latest release of newer drivers and firmwares.

Figure 4.2.4c Version Info

Chapter 5 TCP/IP Configuration

This chapter discusses the configuratio n of your TCP/IP connec tion of your Compex WL11A+.

Upon the successful installation of the Compex WL11A+, the Compex WL11A+ network adapter will be added to your network folder. To configure TCP/IP connection settings for the Compex WL11A+, please follow the steps listed below. If you are using Windows 2000/XP, please go to section 5.2.

5.1 Adding TCP/IP network protocol for Windows 98/98SE/ME

1. From the Windows 98/98SE/ME Start Button, select Settings, and then Control Panel.

2. Double-click on the Network icon and a Network screen will appear as shown in Figure 5.1a.

Figure 5.1a Network Configuration

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3. Go through the list of Network Components in the Network window Configuration tab. If TCP/IP is not installed, click on Add to start the installation

4. Select Protocol and click Add.

Figure 5.1b Select Network Component Type

5. Select Microsoft and TCP/IP in the Manufacturers and Network Protocols columns respectively. Click OK.

Figure 5.1c Select Net work Protocol

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6. After TCP/IP is installed, go back to the Network screen and select TCP/IP in the list of Network Components.

Figure 5.1d Select TCP/IP protocol

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7. Click Properties, and configure the settings in each of the TCP/IP Properties window.

Figure 5. 1e IP Address Configuration

Note: Please check with your system administrator or Internet Service Provider for more information on the TCP/IP parameters.

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5.2 TCP/IP network protocol configuration for Windows XP

For Windows XP users, you do not need to add the TCP/IP protocol as it is already setup when a network card is installed. Therefore only the configuration for TCP/IP is needed.

1. From the Windows XP Start menu, click Control Panel, followed by Network and Internet Connections. Then click Network Connections and your computer will display a screen similar to Figure 5.2b.

Figure 5.2a Network Connections Icon

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Figure 5.2b WL11A+ Network Connection

2. Right click on the Wireless Network Connections with the Compex iWavePort WL11A+ and click on Properties. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

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Figure 5.2c IP Address Configuration

3. Configure your IP address and the rest of the parameters so that you can be connected to the network.

If your access point is configured as a DHCP server, you have to select Obtain an IP address automatically.

If your access point (AP) has a certain IP address. In order to communicate with the AP, you would have to assign an IP address with the same first 3 sets of numbers and a different set of number for the last set to differentiate your laptop and the access point in the network. The subnet mask would be 255.255.255.0

Note: Please check with your system administrator or Internet Service Provider for more information on the TCP/IP parameters.

Chapter 6 Wireless Network Configuration in Windows XP

6.1 Configuring wireless connection profiles in Windows XP

1. Look for the icon like the Figure 6.1a shown below on your taskbar and right

click on it.

Figure 6.1a Network Icon on Taskbar

Figure 6.1b Network Options on Taskbar

2. A window like Figure 6.1b above would be shown. Click on View Available Wireless Networks.

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Figure 6.1c Available Networks

3. A screen like Figure 6.1c would appear with the available networks shown. Highlight the appropriate network and click on Connect. You should be connected to the network of your choice. If however your ne twork is not shown, click on Advanced.

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Figure 6.1d Wireless Network Configuration

4. A screen like Figure 6.1d would be shown. Click on Configure and enter the network SSID. Click on Refresh and your network should be shown. If your network is not shown, it co uld be some network confi guration prob lems. Call up for technical support. In addition, you can click on Learn about setting up wireless network configuration in the same window. Windows XP has good documentation on wireless network configuration.

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