GemTek Technology C900924 Users manual
Wireless LAN
GemTek Technology Co., Ltd.
11Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card
WL-316C
User's Manual
Version 1.0 – Oct. 29, 2001
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Copyright statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form
or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the
prior writing of the publisher.
Printed in Taiwan, October 2001
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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
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables
when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
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.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
to which the receiver is connected.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of the DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF THE
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and
telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However,
special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with
electrical equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be
allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
EU Countries intended for use
The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France(with Frequency channel restrictions), Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states Iceland,
Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
EU Countries Not intended for use
None.
Potential restrictive use
France: Only channels 10,11,12, and13
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Contents
1 Contents ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
2 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
3 Wireless LAN Basics………………………………………………………………………………….7
4. Installation for Windows Plateform…………………….…………………………………………….8
4.1 Installation Overview ………………………….…………………………………………….…9
4.2. Installation Procedure for Windows 95 / 98 ………………………..……………….….... 10
4.3 Uninstall Procedure for Windows 95 / 98 ………………………………………….……………... 12
4.4. Installation Procedure for Windows NT 4.0 ………………………… ……………………13
4.5 Uninstall Procedure for Windows NT 4.0 ……………………………………… ……...14
4.6. Installation Procedure for Windows 2000/ Windows ME …………………………………..15
4.7. Uninstall Procedure for Windows 2000/ Windows ME …………… …………………..16
5. Configuration Utility … ………………..…………………………… ……………………17
6. Troubleshooting …….……………………………………………………………….………………...25
7. Technical specifications of Wireless LAN …………………………………….…………………….27
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2. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your 11Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card. This manual will assist you with the
installation procedure.
The package you have received should contain the following items:
• 11Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card
• User's manual
• Quick installation guide
• Diskette or CD containing Wireless LAN Management utility and drivers
Note: if anything is missing, please contact your local dealer.
The drivers and the program Configuration Utility contained in compact disk(CD) are used for
managing the Wireless LAN Card and establishing the wireless connection with your Local Area
Network.
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3. Wireless LAN Basics
Wireless LAN (Local Area Networks) systems offer a great number of advantages over a traditional,
wired system. Wireless LANs (WLANs) are more flexible, easier to setup and manage and often more
cost effective than their wired equivalence.
Using radio frequency (RF) technology, WLANs transmit and receive data over the air, minimizing the
need for wired connections. Thus, WLANs combine data connectivity with user mobility, and, through
simplified configuration, enable movable LANs.
With wireless LANs, users can access shared information without looking for a place to plug in and
network managers can set up or augment networks without installing or moving wires. Wireless LANs
offer the following productivity, convenience and cost advantages over traditional wired networks:
• Mobility - Wireless LAN systems can provide LAN users with access to real-time information
anywhere in their organization. This mobility supports productivity and service opportunities not
possible with wired networks.
• Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and can
eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.
• Installation Flexibility - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go.
• Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for wireless LAN hardware
might be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle
costs will be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments
requiring frequent moves, adds, and changes.
• Scalability - Wireless LAN systems can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs
of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-
to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks of thousands
of users that allows roaming over a broad area.
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4. Installation for Windows platform
The following section will assist you to in installing wireless LAN Adapter successfully. You will first
install software (driver) and then insert the Wireless LAN PC card, and finally set the network
properties to accommodate resource sharing and select the type of wireless network that you wish to
install. The Wireless LAN can easily be installed and used, without bothering to connect cables for
keeping your computer to use network resources, as in case of wired LAN.
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4.1. Installation Overview
Here are some steps you will perform in establishing your wireless network connection:
Install the Access Point at first. AP is needed in case of Infrastructure network mode.
Install the software using the Installation Diskette or CD.
Install the Wireless LAN Card (WIRELESS LAN 11Mbps PC Card).
Install the network protocol(s) required to communicate on your network. Most likely you will need
the TCP/IP protocol.
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