Honeywell 480628-4096, PPT4600SOHWEW9 User Manual
Technical Support
You can find the most recent software and user documentation for all WaveLAN products on our internet site.
Software and Documentation
World Wide Web |
http://www.wavelan.com |
FTP Server |
ftp://ftp.wavelan.com/pub |
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If you encounter problems when installing or using this product, or would like information about our other WaveLAN products, please contact your local Authorized WaveLAN Reseller or regional Lucent Technologies Sales Office. You can find their address and phone numbers on the WaveLAN website.
In case no local or regional support is available, you can reach us at the addresses or telephone numbers listed below.
WaveLAN Regional Support
U.S.A / Canada |
usasupport@wavelan.com |
Caribbean/ Latin America |
calasupport@wavelan.com |
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Europe/ Middle-East/ Africa |
emeasupport@wavelan.com |
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Asia/ Pacific |
apasupport@wavelan.com |
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WaveLAN Global Support |
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U.S.A / Canada |
Voice: +1 800 WAVELAN-3 |
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When contacting WaveLAN Support, please complete the WaveLAN Problem Report form and include it with your email or fax. The form (report.txt) is available on the WaveLAN Software CD-ROM, and on the WaveLAN Support pages of the WaveLAN website.
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Information to the User
Wireless Interoperability
The IEEE 802.11 WaveLAN products are designed to be inter-operable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to the IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
WaveLAN and your Health
WaveLAN, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by WaveLAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
Because WaveLAN operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lucent Technologies believes WaveLAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of WaveLAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:
•Using the WaveLAN equipment on board of airplanes, or
•In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the WaveLAN device prior to turning on the equipment.
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Regulatory Information
The IEEE 802.11 WaveLAN PC Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC:
•ETS 300-826 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
•ETS 300-328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
USA - Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a WaveLAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of the IEEE 802.11 WaveLAN PC Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the WaveLAN PC Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When using this device in combination with WaveLAN Outdoor Antenna products, a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.
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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. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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 and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment to 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.
Lucent Technologies is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this IEEE 802.11 WaveLAN Kit, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Lucent Technologies.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
For country-specific approvals, please consult the flyer “Radio Certification Information” that was inserted into this kit.
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Table of Contents
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Technical Support |
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Regulatory Information |
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About WaveLAN/IEEE |
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Kit Contents |
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WaveLAN Network Scenarios |
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It’s Easy |
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WaveLAN PC Card Features |
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■ WaveLAN PC Card Types |
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■ Can I Upgrade WaveLAN Cards? |
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About the Software CD-ROM |
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Optionally Available |
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■ WaveLAN IEEE Adapter Cards |
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External Antennas |
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Connecting to a Network |
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■ Connect to Any IEEE 802.11 LAN |
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■ Connect to a Specific IEEE 802.11 LAN |
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Hardware Installation |
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Installing your WaveLAN Kit |
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Preparation |
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■ Card Removal and Re-insertion |
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Installation for Windows |
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Introduction |
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■ Before You Start the Installation |
3-1 |
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■ What You Need to Know |
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Getting Started in Windows 95/98 |
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Starting Installation |
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Getting Started in Windows NT |
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Starting Installation |
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Installing the Miniport Driver |
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Network Installation |
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Setting the WaveLAN Parameters |
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■ Which Parameters Do You Need? |
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Basic WaveLAN Parameters |
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WaveLAN Encryption Parameters |
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Finishing the WaveLAN Installation |
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■ After Restarting Your Computer |
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Working with WaveLAN & Windows |
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■ View Other WaveLAN Stations |
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■ Selecting the Networking Protocol |
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■ Verifying the Current Protocol Setting |
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■ Display or Modify WaveLAN Parameters |
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Advanced WaveLAN Parameters |
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Introduction |
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MAC Address |
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AP Density |
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Transmit Rate |
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■ The Auto Transmit Rate Select Mechanism |
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■ The User-defined Transmit Rate |
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Medium Reservation |
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Power Management |
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Monitoring WaveLAN Performance |
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About WaveMANAGER/CLIENT |
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Installing WaveMANAGER/CLIENT |
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Running WaveMANAGER/CLIENT |
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Monitoring Options |
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What to Monitor |
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■ Choosing your WaveMANAGER Tool |
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WaveLAN Status/Function Window |
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WaveLAN Link Test |
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■ Testing Radio Communications Quality |
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■ Testing Data Throughput Efficiency |
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WaveLAN Card Diagnostics |
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Advanced User Options |
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■ Basic Mode versus Enhanced Mode |
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Logging Measurement Data |
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WaveLAN Security Options |
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Closing the Infrastructure |
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Wireless Access Control |
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Wireless Data Encryption |
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Card Specifications |
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Physical Specifications |
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Networking Characteristics |
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Radio Characteristics |
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Supported Frequency Sub-bands |
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WaveLAN PC Card Types |
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■ About Previously Purchased Cards |
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■ Can I Upgrade WaveLAN Cards? |
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Troubleshooting |
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LED Activity |
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Windows Operating Systems |
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Generic Problems |
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Hardware Conflict |
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Upgrading the WaveLAN Miniport Driver |
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■ Removing the WaveLAN Miniport Driver |
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MS-DOS Systems |
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■ Can Not Connect To The Network |
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Installing in Windows CE |
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■ Installing the WaveLAN Driver |
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Installation for MS-DOS |
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Introduction |
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■ What You Need to Know |
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Driver Types |
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Installation Overview |
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Copy the WaveLAN Software |
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Setup the WaveCAD Program |
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■ Card & Socket Services |
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Intel 82365 PCIC |
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Install the Network Client Software |
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Setup the WaveLAN Parameters |
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■ DOS ODI Driver Configuration |
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Packet Driver Configuration |
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Finishing Installation |
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Advanced Options |
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Dual Card Configuration |
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Start-up Menu Configuration |
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Installing the WaveLAN Driver |
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Installing Networking Protocols |
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■ Enabling your WaveLAN Card |
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Using WaveLAN with PowerBooks |
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Basic Parameters |
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Advanced Parameters |
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Monitoring Wireless Performance |
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Modifying Configuration Parameters |
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Removing the WaveLAN Driver |
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Index |
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Warranty Repair Card |
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Warranty-1 |
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About Warranty and Repair |
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Limited Warranty |
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List of Figures |
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List of Tables |
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Kit Contents |
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WaveLAN Network Scenarios |
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It’s Easy |
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WaveLAN PC Card Features |
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WaveLAN PC Card Types |
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Silver Label Cards |
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Gold Label Cards |
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■ About Using Different Card Types |
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■ About the Fixed Wireless PC Card |
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Can I Upgrade WaveLAN Cards? |
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About the Software CD-ROM |
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Optionally Available |
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WaveLAN IEEE Adapter Cards |
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External Antennas |
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■ WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna |
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WaveLAN Vehicle-Mount Antenna |
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Connecting to a Network |
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Connect to Any IEEE 802.11 LAN |
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Connect to a Specific IEEE 802.11 LAN |
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Kit Contents
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card kit includes the following items as pictured in Figure 1-1:
a.A WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card.
b.The Quick Installation Guide (this document).
c.WaveLAN Software CD-ROM.
Figure 1-1 WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 Kit Contents
The printed Quick Installation Guide is an abstract of the electronic Installation Guide included on the WaveLAN Software CD-ROM. For detailed information you may wish to consult the electronic version that is available in Adobe’s Acrobat Portable Document File (*.pdf) format.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN Network Scenarios
WaveLAN Network Scenarios
This WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card Kit enables you to:
■Connect your computer to an ad-hoc workgroup of wireless computing devices, or
■Connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) Infrastructure that includes Lucent Technologies WavePOINTII access points, or other IEEE 802.11 compliant Local Area Network (LAN) systems
■Expand the capabilities of your WavePOINT-II access points, to support wireless devices that have been equipped with IEEE 802.11 adapter cards.
Figure 1-2 Ad-hoc Wireless Workgroup
The ad-hoc workgroup configuration enables you to quickly set up a small wireless workgroup, where the workgroup participants can exchange files using features like “Files and Printer Sharing” as supported by Microsoft Networking.
You can use this type of wireless peer-to-peer networks “on the road”, or in Small Office Home Office (SOHO) environments. As long as the station are within range of one another, this is the easiest and least expensive way to set up a wireless network.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN Network Scenarios
Figure 1-3 Stand Alone Wireless LAN
Local Area Network (LAN) Infrastructures may either be:
■Stand-alone wireless LANs as pictured in Figure 1-3.
■Wireless network infrastructures connected to an existing Ethernet network as pictured in Figure 1-4 on page 1-4.
■Wireless network infrastructures that may include previously marketed WaveLAN products such as:
—Standard WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 PC Cards
—WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo PC Cards
—Previous generation WaveLAN Legacy cards.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN Network Scenarios
Figure 1-4 LAN Infrastructure
It’s Easy
The WaveLAN PC Card functions like any standard wired Ethernet card, but WaveLAN does not need any wires!
Where an Ethernet card requires a cable connection to a hub and/ or patch panel, the cable physically ties you down to the location of the wired connection.
WaveLAN allows you to connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) system from anywhere within the wireless coverage area. Expanding or re-designing your network is easy: Add or relocate WavePOINT-II access points, power-up your (new) WaveLAN computers, and you’re done!
Unlike Ethernet, WaveLAN will enable you to roam throughout the network while remaining connected to the LAN.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN PC Card Features
WaveLAN PC Card Features
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card is a standard PC Card that fits into any PC Card Type II slot.
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card has two LED indicators and two integrated antennas. Optionally you can use the WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card in combination with an external antenna (see page 1-13).
Figure 1-5 The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card
a.Integrated Antennas
b.Transmit/ Receive LED
■Off - No wireless activity
■Blinking - Sensing/transmitting wireless data
c.Power ON/OFF LED
■Solid Green - standard operational mode
■Blinking Green - Power Management mode
d.Connector for optional External Antenna (see page 1-13).
For a more detailed overview of the LED activity, please consult Table B-1 on page B-2 of Appendix B.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN PC Card Features
WaveLAN PC Card Types
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card is a wireless network adapter card that complies with the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs Rev. B. This card that supports data rates up to 11 Mbit/s is available in two variants:
■WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Silver Label, and
■WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Gold Label
Both types of WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Cards are:
■Fully compatible with any other wireless LAN system based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology that complies with the “IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs (Revision B)”.
■Backwards compatible with any other previously released model of the WaveLAN/IEEE product family.
Silver Label Cards
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Silver PC Cards supports the following wireless LAN features:
■Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the range of "High, Medium, Standard and Low".
■Frequency Channel Selection (2.4 GHz).
■Roaming over multiple channels.
■Power Management.
■Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 64 bit RC4 encryption algorithm as defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs.
These features are described in more detail in Chapter 4 ”Advanced WaveLAN Parameters”
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN PC Card Features
Gold Label Cards
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Gold PC Cards supports the same functionality as the WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Silver cards. The Gold card however provides an enhanced type of data encryption, based on the 128 bit RC4 algorithm.
NOTE:
The WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Gold PC Card may not be marketed in all parts of the world, subject to national legislation or local regulations. For availability in your country, please consult your local Lucent Technologies Sales Office.
About Using Different Card Types
When using WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Cards in networks that include different types and/or versions of WaveLAN/IEEE products carefully read the items listed below.
Different Transmit Rates
When using different types of WaveLAN/IEEE PC Cards, your WaveLAN cards will always revert to higest compatible transmit rate as supported by both cards.
For example your 11 Mb PC Card will switch to the Standard Transmit Rate (2 Mbit/s) when communicating with a wireless device that has been equipped with:
—A Standard IEEE PC Cards (identified by either a white, Bronze or Silver label).
—WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo PC Cards (identified by a Bronze or Silver label that does not include the designator "11 Mb).1
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN PC Card Features
Different Types of Data Encryption
When using the encryption feature, please note that encrypted messages can only be deciphered by cards that will also have encryption enabled and are using an identical encryption key.
When using the WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Gold PC Card in combination with Silver cards, your Gold card should be configured with a WEP compatible (64-bit) encryption key.
Are you upgrading to 11 Mb/s PC Cards?
Transmissions at higher data rates, may not travel as far as communications at Standard or Low Tranmit rate.
When you consider upgrading your wireless network to WaveLAN/ IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Cards, you may need to perform a site survey again to verify that the entire coverage area allows for data transmissions at the highest transmit rates.
You can use the WaveMANAGER/CLIENT IEEE tool described in Chapter 5 of this Quick Installation Guide to perform such a site survey.
About the Fixed Wireless PC Card
This card is a special WaveLAN PC Card for outdoor antenna installations that is marketed in Europe and Japan only. It is typically used in combination with WavePOINT-II access points and/or the WaveLAN Vehicle-Mount Antenna to connect a wireless LAN device to an outdoor antenna installation (see Chapter 1of ).
1The High and Medium Transmit rates, supported by these cards, are not compatible with the high-speed rates as deifned by the IEEE 802.11 standard Revision B.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
WaveLAN PC Card Features
The Fixed Wireless PC Card can be recognized from the distinct red color of the extended part of the PC Card. It supports the same networking capabilities as the other WaveLAN cards, but has different radio specifications, to comply with radio regulations for outdoor antenna installations as defined by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
For more details about this card, please consult Appendix A ”Card Specifications” and/or the “WaveLAN Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide” that can be downloaded from the WaveLAN website.
Can I Upgrade WaveLAN Cards?
To enhance (wireless) performance of your WaveLAN/IEEE cards, updates are made available via the WaveLAN website at regular intervals.
Updates typically enhance existing features supported by the specific waveLAN/IEEE PC Card, or resolve minor bugs.
You can not use the updates to "upgrade" a WaveLAN/IEEE Silver card to a WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb Gold PC Card.
Updates for WaveLAN/IEEE PC Cards are managed via a dedicated tool, called the WaveLAN Station Update tool (WSU). This tool will update the embedded software of the card (also referred to as the Station Firmware).
Whenever an update becomes available, you will be able to download the latest WSU tool from the WaveLAN website. You are advised to visit the WaveLAN website at regular intervals to check if newer versions are available for your product.
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About the Software CD-ROM
About the Software CD-ROM
The WaveLAN software CD-ROM contains both software and documentation for all WaveLAN products that support roaming functionality in indoor environments.
If you wish to install WaveLAN driver software, turn to Chapter 2 ”Hardware Installation” and follow the instructions as described for installing your WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card.
If you would like to explore the contents of the CD-ROM, the contents map as pictured in Figure 1-6 on page 1-11, may help you find the items you are looking for:
■WaveLAN User Guides and other reference documents are located in the folder “docs”.
■Software for WaveLAN client stations and/or infrastructure products, such as the WavePOINT-II access points, are located in the folder “software”.
Both the “docs” and “ software” folder have been divided into dedicated subfolders, related to the type of WaveLAN device. For example:
■The folder "software\adapter\pc_card" contains all the software avaialble for your WaveLAN/IEEE PC Card.
■The folder “software\bridge\accesspt” contains the software & tools for the WavePOINT-II Access Point.
NOTE:
Prior to copying or installing the software, you are advised to read the Software License Agreement "license.txt", located in the root folder of the CD-ROM.
By installing, copying or using the WaveLAN software, you are consenting to be bound by this agreement.
If you do not agree to all of the terms of the Software License Agreement, do not download, copy or install the WaveLAN software.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
About the Software CD-ROM
Figure 1-6 Contents of the Software CD-ROM
NOTE:
It is the policy of Lucent Technologies to improve products as new technology, components, software and firmware become available.
Before you proceed with the installation of this product, we recommend you to consult the WaveLAN website to:
■Verify if newer versions of the software that was shipped with your product are available.
■Download and install the latest software with your purchased product.
You can download the latest software and documentation from the WaveLAN website at: http://www.wavelan.com.
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About the Software CD-ROM
Looking again at Figure 1-6 on page 1-11 you will see that the CDROM also includes a folder named “xtras”. This folder contains additional tools, that may help you install and manage your WaveLAN Network.
■The folder “Acrobat” includes a copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader ®, required to view and/or print the WaveLAN user documentation included on this CD-ROM.
■The folder “CopyFile” includes a set of batch files that allow you to quickly create or copy sets of driver software to:
—a floppy diskette
—hard-disk drive, and/or
—a network drive.
These files can not be executed independently, but will be started automatically if you run the file “CopyFile.bat” that is located in the root of the CD-ROM.
NOTE:
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
Optionally Available
Optionally Available
WaveLAN IEEE Adapter Cards
The Lucent Technologies WaveLAN IEEE solution has been based upon a single wireless PC Card that can be used in a variety of computing systems.
Optionally available are the following adapters for computer systems that do not have a PC Card slot:
■WaveLAN/ISA
an ISA to PC Card-bus adapter card.
■WaveLAN/PCI
a PCI to PC Card-bus adapter card.
■WaveLAN/EC (Ethernet Converter)
A dedicated WaveLAN device that can be used to connect a computer with a standard 10Base-T interface to your WaveLAN network
■WaveLAN/EC-S (Ethernet & Serial Converter)
A dedicated WaveLAN device that can be used to connect a computer with a standard 10Base-T or serial interface to your WaveLAN network.
External Antennas
The WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 PC Card has been provided with two integrated antennas (see Figure 1-5), which perform best in an open environment with as few obstacles as possible.
Optionally available are the following types of external antennas:
■WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna.
■WaveLAN Vehicle-Mount Antenna.
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These antennas have a Lucent Technologies proprietary connector, that allows you to connect the card directly to the socket on the extended side of the your WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 PC Card (pictured in Figure 1-5 on page 1-5).
WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna
Use the WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna to ensure optimal transmission and receiving quality for situations in which the integrated antennas are shielded, for example when:
■The WaveLAN PC Card is close to metal surfaces.
■The WaveLAN PC Card is inserted into a WavePOINT-II device or computer that is installed in a “hidden” location, e.g. under a desk or inside a cabinet.
■Objects like thick stacks of books shield the antenna.
In most situations the WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna may provide a performance increase of up to 50%.
Figure 1-7 Range Extender Antenna
You can connect the Range Extender Antenna to the WaveLAN PC Card by inserting the connector into the socket on the
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extended side of the PC Card. To protect the socket from dust, it is shielded with a little cap, that should be removed prior to connecting the antenna.
The WaveLAN Range Extender Antenna has a mounting bracket and a base for perfect vertical positioning that allows you to put the antenna on top of on your desktop computer, a table or filing cabinet, or to hang it on the wall, or ceiling etc.
!CAUTION:
Many computer monitors today support a degauss option, that can either be enabled manually by the user, but is often also enabled automatically whenever you turn on the monitor. The electromagnetic discharge that may occur when degaussing the monitor may cause damage to the WaveLAN equipment.
To avoid damage to your sensitive WaveLAN equipment, do not place the Range Extender Antenna on top of, or too close to, your monitor.
WaveLAN Vehicle-Mount Antenna
The WaveLAN Vehicle-Mount Antenna enables you to connect vehicles with an on-board terminal to your LAN infrastructure. The ruggedized design of this antenna allows you to mount it on vehicles (for example fork-lift trucks) that need continuous access to networked data, whether inside or outside of the building.
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Figure 1-8 Vehicle Mount Omni-Directional Antenna
You can connect the Vehicle Mount Antenna to the WaveLAN PC Card using the special 2.5 m WaveLAN IEEE Mobile Vehicle Solution cable assembly.
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
Connecting to a Network
Connecting to a Network
You can use your WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card to connect to Local Area Network (LAN) systems that include Lucent Technologies WavePOINT-II access points.
The WavePOINT-II access point is a transparent bridge between:
■WaveLAN stations that have been equipped with IEEE 802.11 compliant PC Cards.
■WaveLAN stations that have been equipped with previous generation WaveLAN cards such as WaveLAN/PCMCIA and WaveLAN/ISA.
■Ethernet stations that are connected to the WavePOINT-II device via a 10Base-T or 10Base2 backbone.
To allow communication between your WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 station and the Infrastructure, the access point must be equipped with an IEEE 802.11 compliant WaveLAN card.
WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 networks are identified by a unique WaveLAN Network Name. All WavePOINT-II units that belong to the same WaveLAN Infrastructure will share the same WaveLAN Network Name.
You can configure your WaveLAN/IEEE Turbo 11 Mb PC Card to:
■“Connect to Any IEEE 802.11 LAN”
■“Connect to a Specific IEEE 802.11 LAN”, or
■“Create a ‘Stand-Alone’ IEEE 802.11 LAN” (also referred to as "ad-hoc mode").
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About WaveLAN/IEEE
Connecting to a Network
Connect to Any IEEE 802.11 LAN
This configuration setting is recommended when you intend to use your computer in various networking environments.
When you start up your computer, your WaveLAN IEEE 802.11 station will attempt to establish a radio connection with the first IEEE 802.11 compliant network system that provides a good quality for radio communications.
In situations where multiple IEEE 802.11 compliant systems are operational in the vicinity of the location where you powered-up your computer, the WaveLAN card will connect automatically to the network that provides the best level of communications.
Once your WaveLAN card finds an IEEE 802.11 compliant access point, it will automatically:
■Retrieve the radio channel required to connect to this access point.
■Establish the radio connection to the WavePOINT-II access point that provides the best communications quality
When moving your computer to another location within the network environment, i.e. out of range of the current access point, the WaveLAN roaming functionality will automatically connect your computer to other access points that belong to the same network. This will allow continuous network connectivity as long as your WaveLAN computer remains within range of one or more access points that belong to the same network infrastructure.
NOTE:
Once your computer connects to “ANY” IEEE 802.11 network system, it will remain attached to this network until you restart your computer again.
During run-time it will not switch dynamically between systems identified by different WaveLAN Network Names.
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