Dynex DX-EBDTC User Manual

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DX-EBDTC

USER GUIDE

GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR • GUÍA DEL USUARIO

Dynex DX-EBDTC

Wireless Enhanced G Desktop Card

Introduction ......................................................................................2

Product features ................................................................................2

Setting up your wireless card ............................................................4

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................20

Specifications ..................................................................................24

Legal notices ...................................................................................24

One year limited warranty...............................................................27

Français ...................................................29

Español....................................................57

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the DX-EBDTC Dynex Wireless Enhanced G Desktop Card (the card). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This card lets you connect a desktop computer to your network. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Be sure to read through this User Guide completely.

Contents

Product features

The card complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other

802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 54 Mbps. The card is compatible with all 802.11g devices, as well as other 802.11b products at 11 Mbps. 802.11g products run at speeds of up to 54 Mbps (or 125 Mbps* using Enhanced G) and operate on the same 2.4 GHz frequency band as 802.11b Wi-Fi® products.

• 2.4 GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation

• Integrated easy-to-use Wireless Networking Utility

• PCI interface, for operation in virtually any desktop computer

• WPA, WPA2, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS),64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), or 128-bit encryption

• Wireless access to networked resources

• Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes

• Data rate of up to 125 Mbps

• Easy installation and use

• External antenna

• Network link and activity link LED indicators

* in Enhanced G, 54 Mbps (802.11g), or 11 Mbps (802.11b)

Product features

*When operating in Enhanced G, this Wi-Fi device may achieve an actual throughput of up to

or greater than 34.1 Mbps, which is the equivalent throughput of a system following

802.11g protocol and operating at a signal rate of 125 Mbps. Actual throughput will vary depending on environmental, operational, and other factors.

Package contents

• Wireless Enhanced G Desktop Card

• Quick Installation Guide

• Installation Software CD

•This User Guide

System requirements

• PC-compatible desktop computer with one available PCI slot and CD drive

• Windows® 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista

Components

# Component Description

1 Antenna Lets you connect to a wireless router 2 Activity LED Lights up and flashes when the card is active 3 Link LED Lights up when the card links to a wireless network 4 Card connector Fits securely into your computer’s PCI slot

Setting up your wireless card

Windows Vista™

Important note: Insta ll the soft ware bef ore inser ting the ca rd.

To install the software and the adapter with Windows Vista:

1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD/DVD drive. The AutoPlay box opens.

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2 Double-click Run Installer.exe. If you see a window titled, “An unidentified program

wants access to your computer,” click Allow. The InstallShield Wizard screen opens.

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3 Click Next to begin the installation process.

You may see a window titled, “Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software.” This is normal and does not indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system.

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4 Click Install this driver software anyway. 5 When the installation completes, the InstallShield Wizard Complete screen opens.

6 Click Finish. Your installation is now complete. 7 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your card. See “Installing the

wireless card” on page 9.

8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by clicking Start,

Control Panel, Network and Internet - View network status and tasks. The

Network and Sharing Center opens.

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9 Click Connect to a network. The Connect to a network screen opens.

10 Select an available wireless network, then click Connect. Your card attempts to

connect to the selected network.

Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter in a network security key or a passphrase.

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11 Enter the network security key or passphrase, then click Connect. The successful

connection screen opens.

After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically after your card is in range.

The Network and Sharing Center should now show the network connection that you have just made. The links on the left of the window let you configure your network connections.

All other Windows versions

Important note: Insta ll the soft ware bef ore inser ting the ca rd.

To install the software:

1 Insert the setup disc into your CD/DVD drive. The Dynex Wireless Card Installer screen

opens.

Note: If the Dynex Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear, double-click My

Computer, then double-click the CD/DVD drive where the installation CD has been placed. Double-click the Files folder, then double-click setup.exe.

2 Click Next. The InstallShield Wizard Welcome screen opens.

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3 Click Next. The Choose Destination Location screen opens.

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4 Click Next. The InstallShield Wizard Complete screen opens.

5 Click Yes, I want to shutdown my computer now, then click Finish. Your

computer shuts down.

Note: If at any time during the installation a warning appears that the software has not

passed Windows logo testing, click Continue anyway. This software is designed to run on Windows.

Installing the wireless card

Caution : Before touching any electronic components, make sure that you first touch an

unpainted, grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity stored on your clothing or body.

To ins tall t he c ard:

1 Shut down your computer, then unplug the power cord. 2 Remove your computer's case cover. See your computer's user guide for information

about removing the cover.

3 Locate an available PCI slot. PCI slots are usually white. Keep in mind that the included

antenna needs to be oriented with the top pointing up. If there are cables and other connectors in the way, pick the PCI slot that has the fewest obstructions to the correct positioning of the antenna.

4 Remove the screw that secures the backplate (the small piece of metal that covers the

opening for the PCI card on the back panel of your computer), then remove the backplate.

5 Carefully insert the card into the PCI slot. Do not touch the metal connector on the

card. Apply pressure as needed until the connector is fully seated.

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6 Secure the card to the case using the screw you removed from the backplate. 7 Carefully screw the antenna onto the threaded connector on the card. 8 Turn the antenna until it is pointing up. 9 Reinstall your computer's case cover.

10 Plug in the power cord and other cables, then turn on your computer. The Found New

Hardware Wizard opens.

11 Click No, not at this time, then click Next. The Welcome to the Found New Hardware

Wizard screen opens.

12 Click Install the software automatically (Recommended), then click Next. The

Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard screen opens.

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13 Click Finish. The Dynex Wireless Networking Utility opens.

Note: In order to see your available networks, you must be near a working wireless router.

14 Select your network from the Available Networks list, then click Connect.

Note: If the Dynex Wireless Networking Utility did not open automatically, double-click the

Wireless Utility icon in the system tray near the clock.

Accessing the wireless networking utility (WNU)

To access the WNU from the Windows system tray:

• Right-click the WNU icon on the Windows system tray in the lower right corner of the desktop.

If the icon is not present, click on Start, Programs, Dynex, Wireless Networking Utility.

The WNU’s default screen is the Current Status tab, which displays the current network status and available networks.

Network Status

This area displays the connectivity status of the current network, between the computer and router and between the router and the Internet. In the event of a problem, use the Network Status area to determine the source (for example, computer, router, or Internet/modem).

Available Networks

This area displays the available networks at the current location as well as the SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and Network Type.

Lost Wireless Connection

If the current wireless connection is lost, a window opens and the WNU attempts to reconnect.

Connection Failure

Other options will appear during attempts to reconnect. To stop trying to connect, click Stop. To re-try connecting, click Retry.

Network Status and Solution Tips

To further understand the current network status, click Open Wireless Utility. The default screen is the Current Status tab and the Network Status section determines which connections are good or faulty.

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Setting Wireless Network Profiles

The My Connections tab on the WNU lets you add, edit, and delete connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and network type.

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Securing your Wi-Fi® Network

If your router has security (WEP or WPA) set, you will see this box when you try to connect. When this box opens, type the encryption key you set on your router, then click Connect.

The next few pages are advanced options of setting the security through the card instead of the router.

Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see the simple security

screen. Click the Advan ced button to see other security options (below).

Acronym

Security

Currently, there are four encryption methods:

64-Bit Wired

Equivalent

Privacy

64-bit WEP 128-bit WEP WPA-TKIP/AES (or just

Good Better Best Best

128-Bit Wired

Equivalent

Privacy

Wi-Fi Protected

Access-TKIP

WPA)

Wi-Fi Protected

Access 2

WPA2-AES (or just WPA2)

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Features

WEP

WPA

Static keys Static keys Dynamic key

Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm (typically 40-bit keys)

More secure than 64-bit WEP using a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system generated data

encryption and mutual authentication

TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) added so that keys are rotated and encryption is strengthened

Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss

WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all Wi-Fi-compliant wireless products. WEP gives wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired network.

WEP encryption keys—After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another. You can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type a passphrase into the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex characters. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex characters.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key

The WEP passphrase is NOT the same as a WEP key. Your card uses this passphrase to generate your WEP keys, but different hardware manufacturers might have different methods on generating the keys. If you have multiple vendors’ equipment in your network, the easiest thing to do is to use the hex WEP key from your wireless router and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your card’s configuration screen.

WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found on your wireless vendor’s Website. There are three types of WPA security: WPA-PSK (no server), WPA (with radius server), and WPA2.

WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the network key. A network key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment.

WPA (with radius server) is a system where a radius server distributes the network key to the clients automatically. This is typically found in a business environment.

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WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for encryption of data, which offers much greater security than WPA. WPA uses both Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and AES for encryption.

Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure all your wireless devices are sharing the same network key.

IMPORTANT: You must now set all wireless network cards/adapters to match these settings.

Configuring your Wireless Enhanced G Desktop Card to use security

You should already have your wireless router set to use WPA or WEP. To make a wireless connection you need to set your Wireless Enhanced G Desktop Card to use the same security settings.

Changing the Wireless Security Settings

The Wireless G USB network adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled.

Your Dynex wireless adapter is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2™) and the lega cy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). It also supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network. WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as typing in a Personal Identification Number (PIN) or pushing a button, to enable you to automatically configure network names and strong WPA/WPA2 data encryption and authentication.

Using Wi-Fi protected setup:

• Encryption key if not using WPS

• Personal Identification Number (PIN) method: Your wireless adapter generates a PIN to be entered into your router.

• Push Button Configuration (PBC) method: Your wireless adapter can also connect by using the software pushbutton.

• Manual configuration method: This section lists the default security settings to be set if you are not using WPS.

WPS uses WPA2 for encryption. It does not provide additional security, but standardized the method for securing your wireless network. On your client utility, WPS-enabled networks are indicated by a key icon. You can use either the PBC method or the PIN method to let a device access your wireless network.

To use the PBC method:

1 Push and hold the WPS button (located on the back of your router) for three seconds.

Initiate the WPS procedure on the client utility within two minutes.

2 Open the WNU and select the network name, then click Connect. Your client

automatically exchanges security information and is added to your wireless network. You can also initiate the PBS method from the client side.

To use the PIN method:

1 Open the WNU and select the WPS-enabled network, then click Connect.

To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is used by the router. (See your wireless router’s guide for directions on how to access the security settings.)

To access the security settings on your card:

Setting up WEP

To set up 64-Bit WEP encryption:

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2 Choose the PIN method option, then complete the WPS procedure on your router. Your

client is automatically enrolled in your wireless network within two minutes.

1 Open the WNU. 2 Click the My Connections tab, then click the connection you want to change.

3 Click Edit, then click Advanced to change settings.

1 Select OPEN from the Network Authentication menu on the Wireless Network

Properties tab on the Edit information for a network page. 2 Select WEP from the Data Encryption menu. 3 After selecting your WEP encryption mode, enter your key by typing in the hex key

manually or type in a passphrase in the Passphrase field, then click Generate to

create a key.

A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9.

For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex characters.

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For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key

4 Click Save to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of your

computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.

Caution : If you are using a wireless client (such as your computer equipped with a wireless

desktop card) to turn on the security settings in your wireless router, you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Record the key prior to applying changes in the wireless router. If you don’t remember the hex key, your client will be locked out of the wireless router.

Setting up 128-bit WEP encryption:

1 Select OPEN from the Network Authentication menu on the Wireless Network

Properties tab on the Edit information for a network page. 2 Select WEP from the Data Encryption menu. 3 After selecting your WEP encryption mode, enter your key by typing in the hex key

manually or type in a passphrase in the Passphrase field, then click Generate to

create a key.

A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9.

For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex characters.

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For instance:

C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key

4 Click Save to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of your

computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.

Caution : If you are using a wireless client (such as your such as your computer equipped with

a wireless desktop card) to turn on the security settings in your wireless router, you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Record the key prior to applying changes in the wireless router. If you don’t remember the hex key, your client will be locked out of the wireless router.

To set up WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (no server):

Note: Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK or

WPA2-PSK (no server) is typically used in home and small office networking.

1 Select WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (no server) from the Network Authentication menu

on the Wireless Network Properties tab on the Edit information for a network page.

2 Select TKIP or AES from the list.

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3 Enter your network key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters,

numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients (network cards)

that you want to include in your network.

4 Click Save to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these

settings.

Wireless networking utility options

The Options tab on the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) lets you customize your WNU settings.

WNU Help

The WNU Help tab lets you access online and telephone support, as well as advanced diagnostic tools.

Advanced diagnostic tools

The Advanced Diagnostic Tools section is the central control panel for all the settings of the hardware and software components of the wireless network. It provides an array of tests and connectivity services to ensure optimal network performance.

Troubleshooting

Placement of your wireless networking hardware for optimal performance

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your wireless router. Typical indoor operating range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as the distance between your wireless router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move farther from your wireless router, connection speed may decrease.

Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances, obstructions, and walls.

Troubleshooting

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a position between five and 10 feet from the wireless router in order to see if distance is the problem. If problems persist, refer to the manual that accompanied your wireless router for additional suggestions.

Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not

prohibit your wireless network from functioning. If you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this chec klist may help.

You cannot connect to the Internet wirelessly

If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, check the following items:

• Look at the lights on your wireless router. If you’re using a Dynex wireless router, the lights should be as follows:

• The power light should be on.

• The connected light should be on, and not blinking.

• The WAN light should be either on or blinking.

• Open your Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right corner of the screen. The tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green):

• The window that opens should have a list of Available Networks. Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Dynex 802.11g (54g) router, Dynex 54g is the default name.

If you are NOT using a Dynex router, consult your router manufacturer’s user guide for the default name.

The name of your wireless network appears in Available Networks list.

If the correct network name is listed in the Available Networks list, follow these steps to connect wirelessly:

1 Click on the correct network name in the Available Networks list. 2 If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you need to enter the network key.

For more information regarding security, see “Securing your Wi-Fi® Network” on page

13.

3 Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower right corner of your screen should turn

green, indicating a successful connection to the network.

The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of Available Networks.

If the correct network name is not listed under “Available Networks” in the WNU, try the following troubleshooting steps:

1 Temporarily move the computer, if possible, to 5 to 10 feet away from the wireless

router. Close the WNU and reopen it. If the correct network name now appears under Available Networks, you may have a range or interference problem. See the suggestions listed in “Placement of your wireless networking hardware for optimal performance” on page 20.

2 Using a computer that is connected to the wireless router through a network cable (as

opposed to wirelessly), make sure that Broadcast SSID is enabled. This setting is found on the Router’s wireless Channel and SSID configuration page. For detailed instructions on accessing this page and changing settings, see your wireless router’s User Manual.

Troubleshooting

Installation CD does not start the WNU

If the installation CD does not start the WNU automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.

To start the installation manually:

1 If the WNU screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD drive by

double-clicking on the My Computer icon.

2 Double-click on the CD drive that the installation CD has been placed in to start the

installation.

3 Double-click the Files folder, then double-click the Setup.exe icon.

Power LED does not come ON. The card is not working

If the LED indicators are not ON, the problem may be that the card is not connected or is not installed correctly.

Make sure that the card is plugged firmly into the PCI slot of your computer. Check to see that the drivers for the card have been installed. Right-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop. Choose Properties and navigate to the Device Manager and see if your card is listed without any errors.

Link LED is blinking slowly. You cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet

If your card appears to be functioning correctly, but you cannot connect to a network or you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of your screen, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your wireless network properties.

Check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the card to connect to the wireless router.

Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the Signal

Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Networks screen. Click Add if you do not see the

network you are trying to connect to and type in the SSID.

For more information about setting up an SSID, refer to your router manufacturer’s user guide.

The link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet

If you have a signal but cannot get online or obtain an IP address, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the encryption key settings in your computer and wireless router.

Troubleshooting

Check the WEP key settings to see if they match. The key is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer and wireless router must be exactly the same in order for the card to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, see “Securing your Wi-Fi® Network” on page 13.

Data transfer is sometimes slow or signal strength is poor

Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that cause signal degradation are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move farther from the wireless router.

In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to 5 to 10 feet away from the wireless router. See “Placement of your wireless networking hardware for optimal performance” on page 20.

Changing the wireless channel - Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the router is shipped with is channel 11. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region; see your router's (or access point's) user manual for instructions on how to choose other channels.

Limiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections, then double-click your card's connection. In the Properties dialog, select the Configure button on the General tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the Wireless Card in the list box and then click Properties), then choose the Advanced tab and select the rate property. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card's literature.

Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one should I use?

There are several features and advantages to using the WNU over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.

It’s essential to know which utility is managing your adapter. We recommend using the WNU.

To use the WNU:

1 Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select View Available

Wireless Networks.

2 Click Advanced in the lower left corner of the Available Wireless Networks window.

3 From the Advanced tab, uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless

network. After the box is unchecked, click OK to close the window.

You are now using the WNU to configure the card.

The card is not detected by operating system

• The card is not recognized by your desktop computer.

• The New Hardware Wizard does not appear when booting up the computer.

• You receive Microsoft Error Code: 10

• You receive Microsoft Error Code: 0

To correct the problem try moving the card to another PCI slot. See “Installing the wireless card” on page 9.

Specifications

Host Interface 32-bit PCI Power Consumption Tx/Rx peak 510/250mA @ 3.3VDC (max.) Operating Temperature 32 to 140 degrees F (0 to 60 degrees C) Storage Temperature -4 to 176 degrees F (-20 to 80 degrees C) Humidity Max. 90% (non-condensing) Typical Operating Range 100 to 200 ft. (30 to 60 m) indoors

Legal notices

Specifications

FCC Statement

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

We, the Dynex Corporation, of 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A., declare under our sole responsibility that the product, DX-EBDTC, to which this declaration relates, 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.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.

The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation.

Legal notices

FCC warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

DHHS and FDA safety certification

This product is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC, requirements and compliance with safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J.

Canada ICES-003 statement

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

FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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 within 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 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 technician for help.

RSS 310 statement

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.

Legal notices

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