Table of Contents
1 General Information.......................................................................1
1.1 Features................................................................................1
1.2 WCB-G03H Appearance.......................................................2
2 Wireless Basics .............................................................................1
3 Configuration.................................................................................1
4 WEP Glossary................................................................................1
5 Technical Specifications...............................................................3
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1 General Information
WCB-G03H is a special 802.11g and 802.11b CardBus Card,
which design to enable the wireless connection of MT841.
WCB-G03H is based on Conexant Javelin chipset that complied with
IEEE 802.1 1g and IEEE 802.1 1b st andard from 2.412~2.462GHz, and
it can be used to provide up to 54Mbps for IEEE 802.11g, or 11Mbps
for IEEE 802.11b to connect your wireless LAN.
With seamless roaming, fully interoperability and advanced
security with WEP standard, WCB-G03H offers absolute
interoperability with different vendors’ 802.11g and 802.11b wireless
Cardbus card through the wireless LAN.
1.1 Features
Compatible with IEEE 802.11g high rate standard to provide
wireless 54Mbps data rate
Compatible with IEEE 802.11b high rate standard to provide
wireless 11Mbps data rate
Operation at 2.412~2.462GHz frequency band to meet
worldwide regulations
Dynamic date rate scaling at 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps
for IEEE 802.11g
Dynamic date rate scaling at 1, 2, 5.5, and 11Mbps for IEEE
802.11b
Maximum reliability, throughput and connectivity with
automatic data rate switching
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Supports wireless data encryption with 64/128-bit WEP for
security
Supports infrastructure networks via Access Point and
ad-hoc network via peer-to-peer communication
Integrated microstrip antenna
One-piece PC Card design to fully support PC Card type II
defined mechanical and environmental stress conditions
Support
WPA enhanced security
Note:
Environmental factors may negatively affect the wireless signal range and the
performance of the WCB-G03H.
1.2 WCB-G03H Appearance
Figure 1-1 WCB-G03H Appearance
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The WCB-G03H Wireless Cardbus Adapter has two LEDs:
POWER and ACTIVITY.
POWER
ACTIVITY
Figure 1-2 LDEs
LED Activity What that means
LEDs are flashing alternatively The WCB-G03H is searching for a wireless
network connection.
LEDs are flashing in unison The WCB-G03H has made a valid wireless
network connection, and there is activity on the
link.
LEDs are flashing in unison, but dimly The WCB-G03H has made a valid wireless
network connection, but there is no activity on the
link. This could be caused by an Access Point
that is functioning, but not connected to the wired
network.
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2 Wireless Basics
Wireless products are based on industry standards to provide
easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within
your home or business. S trictly adhering to the 802.11b and 802.11g
standards, our wireless family of products will allow you to access
the data you want, when and where you want it. No longer will you
be limited to one location or forced to run new wiring through your
home or office. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless
networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer
network that transmits and receives dat a with radio signals instead of
wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both h ome and office
environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and
universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping
people to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility
and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have
proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a
wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop
systems, support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile
network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to
use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the
wired LAN. A Wirele ss Access Point (AP) is a device used to provide
this link.
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