Gigabyte GN-WP01GM User Manual

AirCruiser MIMO Desktop Adapter

GN-WP01GM

User’s Manual

http://www.gigabyte.com.tw

Version 1.0

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.

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance, 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.

Contents

CHAPTER 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW..............................................................................1

1.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE GN-WP01GM WIRELESS PCI ADAPTER ...................................1

1.2 FEATURES .................................................................................................................1

1.3 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS & PACKAGING..........................................................................2

1.4 LED

1.5 S

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION..........................................................................................3

2-1. INSTALLING THE ADAPTER (HARDWARE INSTALLATION)..................................................3

2-2. INSTALLING THE DRIVER & UTILITY...............................................................................4

SMARTSETUP 3..........................................................................................................7

2-3.

CHAPTER 3 USING THE WIRELESS UTILITY ..............................................................9

INDICATOR .........................................................................................................2

YSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................2

3.1. P

3.2. LINK STATUS TAB.....................................................................................................17

3.3. SITE SURVEY TAB ....................................................................................................18

3.4. STATISTICS TAB .......................................................................................................19

3.5. ABOUT TAB..............................................................................................................20

APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................21

APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................22

APPENDIX C REGULATORY INFORMATION................................................................23

APPENDIX D WARRANTY..............................................................................................23

ROFILE TAB .............................................................................................................9

Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction to the GN-WP01GM Wireless PCI Adapter

The Gigabyte WP01GS Wireless PCI Adapter installs quickly into your motherboard’s PCI
slot, connecting wirelessly to your Wi-Fi Router - instantly transforming your PC into a

wireless AP, broadening the range of your wireless network(? I do not understand this
sentence).

The WP01GS is fully 802.11b/g interoperable, meaning it connects seamlessly to both 11b
and 11g wireless traffic, and with its dynamic speed adjustment feature, it will always
connect at the highest possible speed – up to 54Mbps.

The Gigabyte WP01GS Wireless G PCI Adapter makes connecting to a wireless router or
access point a cinch with its included WLAN software utility – SoftAP™ – that
automatically detects and lists all available wireless networks. Since the WP01GS can

be setup in Wireless Distribution System (WDS), it transforms your desktop into an
wireless access point, effectively expanding the range of your wireless network (Currently
WDS is not supported).

Secure

With its support for the highest level of encryption common today - 128 bit WEP, 802.1X,
WPA and WPA2 - the WP01GS is perfect for the home user, keeping your data secure.

Robust
Move huge files and digital video blazingly fast! Up to 5 times faster than the common 11b
solution. The high gain antenna and 802.11g wireless standard gives you continuous
access to your home wireless router or office network,

Convenient
Saves the time and expense of installing Ethernet cabling when you want to set up or
expand a network, and makes it simple to relocate your desktop PC.

1.2 Features

 Conform to IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g specifications
 Wireless transmits data rate up to the maximum speed of 54Mbps
 Dynamically scales the data rate
 Provide Packet-OVERDRIVE™ Technology to enhance throughput
 Proprietary Smartsetup 3™ to secure wireless network easily
 Support 64-bit /128-bit WEP encryption, TKIP, AES, 802.1x, WPA and WPA2
 Provide Quality of Service (QoS) WMM
 Seamless roaming between 802.11b and 802.11g networks
 Driver supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP
 Support Soft Access Point function

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1.3 Physical Dimensions & Packaging

Dimensions: 134mm × 121mm × 22mm
Before beginning the installation procedures, please inspect the components to assure

that they have not been damaged during shipping. The components include:

Package Contents

• GN-WP01GM PCI Adapter

• Low profile external antenna

• Setup CD

• Quick Start Guide

In case of any missing or damaged accessories, please contact your local distributor or
authorized reseller immediately. If you require returning the damaged product, you must
pack it in the original packing material or the warranty will be voided.

1.4 LED Indicator

The WP01GS PCI Adapter has two LED lights located on the outward facing bracket
frame. The left LED is the Activity LED and the right LED is the Link LED. Description
follows.

ACT OFF ON ON
LINK OFF ON BLINK
Meaning Network card is

not functioning

LED

Condition of the

Receiver

Network card is
connecting to
network

ACT LINK

Figure 1 – Adapter LED

Network card is
sending/receiving data.

1.5 System Requirements

For trouble free installation and operation, please assure your PC meets the following
minimum system requirements:

• Notebook or Desktop PC with a Pentium® 300 MHz or higher compatible processor
with an available PCI slot.

• A CD-ROM drive.

• 20 Mbytes of free hard disk space.

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Chapter 2 Installation

This chapter covers the installation of the WP01GS Adapter for your desktop PC. The
following sections will assist you with proper installation of the PCI Adapter, and also with
installing the necessary drivers and utilities. For specific information regarding your
Version of Windows, please refer to the appropriate sections as indicated

2-1. Installing the Adapter (Hardware Installation)

Step 1: Power off your PC.
Step 2: Plug the PCI Adapter into an open PCI slot on the motherboard by pressing the

card gently until the card edge connecter is completely and firmly inserted into
your motherboards PCI slot.

Figure 2. Insert your PCI Adapter

Step 3: Once inserted, attach the antenna on the mount of the PCI Adapter by screwing

it on clockwise as shown in the figure below.

Figure 3. Attach the high gain antenna

Step 4: Power on your PC.

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2-2. Installing the Driver & Utility

After restarting your computer the Windows Found New Hardware wizard will open.
When it does, please click Cancel to close it. GIGABYTE drivers and utilities offer more
power and control over your new WP01GS PCI Adapter than does Windows native Zero
Configuration Utility.

Step 1: At the Found New Hardware Wizard screen, click Cancel.

Figure 4. Found New Hardware Screen

Step 2: Insert the WP01GS Setup CD into the CD-ROM drive. The WP01GS Welcome

screen window will automatically open.

Step 3: From the main menu, click “Install Wireless LAN Utility”.

Figure 5. WP01GS Welcome Screen

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Step 4: InstallShield will install the WP01GS drivers. Click Next to proceed.

Figure 6. InstallShield

Step 5: Setup will detect your version of Windows. Click Next.

Figure 7. InstallShield Detect Windows OS

Step 6: Click Finish to complete installation.

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Figure 9. InstallShield Complete

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