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Motorola USBW 100 User Manual

User Manual
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User Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction..............................................................................................................1
Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1
Getting Started.........................................................................................................3
System Requirements .................................................................................................. 3
XP Operating System Editions Supported..........................................................3
Vista Operating System Editions Supported......................................................3
Additional Requirements: .....................................................................................4
Installing the Motorola Connection Manager Software ......................................... 4
The Motorola Connection Manager Interface........................................................ 5
Controls for the Main Window .................................................................................. 8
The File Menu ............................................................................................................... 8
Enable/Disable WiFi Adapter ..............................................................................8
Enable/Disable WiMAX Adapter ........................................................................8
Enable/Disable Ethernet Adapter........................................................................8
Exit ............................................................................................................................8
The Tools Menu............................................................................................................ 9
User Info...................................................................................................................9
WiMAX Info ............................................................................................................9
WiFi Info ..................................................................................................................9
Ethernet Info............................................................................................................9
WiMAX ReScan for Networks ..............................................................................9
Always on Top ........................................................................................................9
Transparency...........................................................................................................9
Zoom.........................................................................................................................9
Settings ...................................................................................................................10
The Help Menu........................................................................................................... 10
Help ........................................................................................................................10
Event Manager History........................................................................................10
About the Motorola Connection Manager........................................................10
Establishing WiMAX Connections........................................................................11
How to Connect to a WiMAX Network.................................................................. 11
WiMAX Device Information..................................................................................... 11
MAC Address........................................................................................................11
Firmware Version .................................................................................................11
Baseband Chip ......................................................................................................11
Calibration Status .................................................................................................12
Antenna Gain Diff ................................................................................................12
MAC Version.........................................................................................................12
Library Version .....................................................................................................12
Driver Version.......................................................................................................12
RF Chip Version....................................................................................................12
Antenna Calib .......................................................................................................12
Antenna Gain Diff ................................................................................................12
WiMAX Profiles.......................................................................................................... 13
Establishing Wi-Fi Connections...........................................................................15
Automatically Connect to Network in Future ....................................................... 16
Prompt Me before Connecting to This Network ................................................... 16
Save Settings for Manual Connections.................................................................... 16
Do Not Save Settings ................................................................................................. 16
How to Access a Closed Network ........................................................................... 17
The List of WiFi Networks........................................................................................ 18
Connect ..................................................................................................................18
Preferred ................................................................................................................18
Network .................................................................................................................18
Mode.......................................................................................................................19
BSSID ......................................................................................................................19
Channel ..................................................................................................................19
AP Vendor .............................................................................................................19
Encryption .............................................................................................................19
Signal Strength ......................................................................................................19
Beacon Period........................................................................................................19
Supported Rates....................................................................................................20
Time First Seen......................................................................................................20
Time Last Seen ......................................................................................................20
Disabling Windows XP's Native WiFi Client......................................................... 21
Manually Disabling XP's WiFi Management....................................................21
Is this a problem on Windows Vista as well? ...................................................21
Wi-Fi Network Security............................................................................................. 22
How to Access an Encrypted Network .............................................................22
What is an Encryption Key?................................................................................22
How to Change an Encryption Key ...................................................................22
Enabling 802.1x Authentication..........................................................................23
Establishing Ethernet Connections .....................................................................25
Vendor Description.................................................................................................... 25
MAC Address ............................................................................................................. 25
Driver Version ............................................................................................................ 25
Firmware Version....................................................................................................... 25
IP Address................................................................................................................... 26
Gateway....................................................................................................................... 26
DNS Server.................................................................................................................. 26
DHCP Server............................................................................................................... 26
WINS Server................................................................................................................ 26
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Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)........................................................................... 27
Automatically Launching a VPN Connection........................................................ 27
Configuring a VPN Connection ............................................................................... 28
Connecting to a Virtual Private Network (VPN)................................................... 29
Supported VPN Clients............................................................................................. 29
Using the CheckPoint VPN Client........................................................................... 29
Using the NetMotion VPN Client............................................................................ 30
Creating and Managing Network Profiles............................................................ 31
Creating a Profile for a WiFi Network .................................................................... 31
Creating an Ethernet Network Profile .................................................................... 32
How to Edit a Network Profile ................................................................................ 33
How to Remove a Network Profile ......................................................................... 34
Profile Icons................................................................................................................. 35
Profile Properties: WiMAX ....................................................................................... 35
Profile Properties: Ethernet....................................................................................... 35
DNS Suffix .............................................................................................................35
IP Subnet ................................................................................................................36
NT Domain ............................................................................................................36
Must Match All Associations ..............................................................................36
Profile Properties: WiFi ............................................................................................. 36
Profile Properties: WiMAX ....................................................................................... 37
Profile Properties: General........................................................................................ 37
Profile Name..........................................................................................................37
Connection Options..............................................................................................37
VPN Auto Launch ................................................................................................37
Enable Application Launcher .............................................................................38
Disable IE's Manual Proxy Settings....................................................................38
Launch Browser Window on Connect...............................................................38
Profile Properties: IP .................................................................................................. 38
Profile IP Address.................................................................................................38
Profile DNS server................................................................................................39
Profile Properties: Security ....................................................................................... 39
The Motorola Connection Manager Settings.......................................................41
The Settings Window................................................................................................. 41
Settings: Application.................................................................................................. 42
User interface is always on top...........................................................................42
Enable Splash Screen............................................................................................42
Automatically Run This Application.................................................................42
Display Connection Timer...................................................................................42
Reset All Warning Messages...............................................................................42
Settings: Hardware..................................................................................................... 43
The Device List......................................................................................................43
Allow Simultaneous Connections ......................................................................43
Prompt before Switching Connections ..............................................................43
Include Support for other Network Connections ............................................43
The Profiles Button ...............................................................................................44
Settings: Sounds.......................................................................................................... 44
Connected ..............................................................................................................44
Lost Connection ....................................................................................................44
Hot Spot Authentication......................................................................................44
Settings: Updates........................................................................................................ 44
Automatically Download and Install ................................................................45
Prompt Me to Download and Install .................................................................45
Manually Download and Install.........................................................................45
Update Now ..........................................................................................................45
Settings: VPN .............................................................................................................. 45
Support and FAQ ...................................................................................................47
Technical Support ...................................................................................................... 47
Event History.............................................................................................................. 47
Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................................... 48
Which operating systems does the Motorola Connection Manager
support? .................................................................................................................48
The Motorola Connection Manager launched, but no card is detected........48
Why can't the Motorola Connection Manager find a network?.....................48
How do I connect to a network?.........................................................................48
How do I stop the client from launching every time I restart my PC? .........48
Why do I keep losing my connection?...............................................................49
Why am I unable to connect to a signal that I can see in the Motorola
Connection Manager Mobile?.............................................................................49
Does the Motorola Connection Manager support WEP Encryption? ...........49
Does the Motorola Connection Manager support VPN? ................................49
Who can I contact if need assistance with the Motorola Connection
Manager?................................................................................................................49
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Introduction

Introduction

Introduction
The Help system is designed to answer users' questions on how to perform specific tasks and to explain the Motorola Connection Manager's functions.
The menu system to the left allows users to browse help topics while the Index and Search tabs provide other mechanisms to access available help topics.
If you need additional assistance, contact your Internet Service Provider.
Introduction
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Getting Started

Getting Started

System Requirements

The system requirements for basic installation and operation of the Motorola Connection Manager software are shown in the table below.
Processor 300 MHz 1.0 GHz 32-bit processor
RAM 256 MB 1GB
Hard Drive Space 60 MB 100 MB
Internet Explorer IE 5.5 IE 7
OS Service Pack Service Pack 2 Service Pack 0,1
Windows XP Windows Vista

XP Operating System Editions Supported

XP – 32-bit Support
Professional Edition
Home Edition

Vista Operating System Editions Supported

Vista – 32-bit, 64-bit
Starter Edition
Home Basic Edition
Home Premium Edition
Professional Edition
Small Business Edition
Enterprise Edition
Ultimate Edition
Getting Started

Additional Requirements:

• Windows Vista operation requires a DirectX 9.0 (or better) graphics
accelerator
• CD-ROM drive
• Compatible WiFi device (for WiFi function)
• Ethernet device for Ethernet connections

Installing the Motorola Connection Manager Software

Installing the Motorola Connection Manager is easy. You will need the software CD to install the software, follow these steps:
1. Insert CD into CD-ROM drive.
2. If your computer automatically starts running the CD follow the on screen instructions for installation and configuration.
If your PC does not automatically install the software from the CD, follow these steps:
1. Open the My Computer folder by double clicking the icon on your
desktop.
2. Find the CD-ROM drive where the Motorola Connection Manager is
located; double-click the icon to access the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
3. Double click on the Setup executable file to begin installation.
Follow the on-screen instructions for installation and configuration of the Motorola Connection Manager software.
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The Motorola Connection Manager Interface

The Motorola Connection Manager Interface
The main interface for establishing WiMAX-based wireless connections is shown below.
This window will display details about the WiMAX network you are currently connected to. If you are not currently connected to a WiMAX Network, it will choose the network to display in the following order:
1. The last network you connected to (if available)
2. Any "preferred" network (networks for which you have a profile)
3. The network with the strongest signal strength
You can do the following from this window:
• Connect to the displayed network (if any) by clicking the
Connect/Disconnect button.
• Launch a VPN network connection that you have configured by
clicking the VPN button.
The Motorola Connection Manager Interface
The main interface for establishing WiFi based wireless connection is shown below.
This window will display details about the network you are currently connected to. If you are not currently connected, it will choose the network to display in the following order:
1. The last network you connected to (if available)
2. Any "preferred" network (networks for which you have a profile)
3. The network with the strongest signal strength
You can do the following from this window:
• Connect to the displayed network (if any) by clicking the
Connect/Disconnect button.
• Click the "networks available" text to display the entire list of WiFi
networks available in the area. Use this list to select a different network to connect to.
• Search for WiFi hotspots by clicking on the Location Finder button.
• Create and edit network profiles by clicking on the Profiles button.
• Launch a VPN network connection that you have configured by
clicking the VPN button.
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The Motorola Connection Manager Interface
The main interface for establishing Ethernet-based connections is shown below.
This interface allows you to connect to an Ethernet-based (wired) network utilizing the same credentials (where applicable) utilized for connections to WiFi hotspots.
You can do the following from this window:
• Establish an Ethernet Connection by clicking the Connect/Disconnect
button.
• Create and edit network profiles by clicking on the Profiles button.
• Launch a VPN network connection that you have configured by
clicking the VPN button.

Controls for the Main Window

The buttons in the upper-right corner of the main window control the appearance and location of the window.
Click this button to convert the window to a miniature toolbar version of itself like the window below.
Click this button (which only appears on the mini toolbar version of the main window) to restore the window to full size.
Click this button to reduce the window to a button on the task bar at the bottom of the screen.
Click this button to close the window.
The Motorola Connection Manager Interface

The File Menu

Clicking File in the menu bar of the Motorola Connection Manager's main window produces a short menu with the following options:

Enable/Disable WiFi Adapter

Select this option to enable and disable your WiFi adapter.

Enable/Disable WiMAX Adapter

Selecting this option shall enable and disable the WiMAX adapter.

Enable/Disable Ethernet Adapter

Select this option to enable and disable your Ethernet adapter.

Exit

Exit the Motorola Connection Manager application.
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The Motorola Connection Manager Interface

The Tools Menu

Clicking Tools in the menu bar of the Motorola Connection Manager's Main window produces a short menu with the following options:

User Info

Opens the User Name and Password Logon window.

WiMAX Info

Opens the WiMAX window, this window displays some technical information about the WiMAX network and the WiMAX device.

WiFi Info

Opens the WiFi Window, this window displays some technical information about the WiFi network you are connected to and your current WiFi device.

Ethernet Info

Opens the Ethernet window, this window displays some technical information about the Ethernet network and the Ethernet device.

WiMAX ReScan for Networks

The Motorola Connection Manager will rescan all WiMAX networks.

Always on Top

The Motorola Connection Manager will always be on top of all other applications.

Transparency

Allows you to see varying degrees of your desktop.

Zoom

Allows you to increase the size of the Motorola Connection Manager application

Settings

Opens the Settings window allowing you to configure a number of personal preference features.

The Help Menu

Clicking Help in the menu bar of the Motorola Connection Manager's Main window produces a short menu with the following options:

Help

Opens this help system.

Event Manager History

Select this item to display a list of the most recent The Motorola Connection Manager events (network connections, network disconnection, errors, etc.).
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About the Motorola Connection Manager

Displays version information for the Motorola Connection Manager software.
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Establishing WiMAX Connections

Establishing WiMAX Connections

How to Connect to a WiMAX Network

To connect to a WiMAX network, follow these steps:
1. Navigate to the WiMAX Main Window in the Motorola Connection Manager software by clicking the the main window.
2. If there are WiMAX networks available for connection, The Motorola Connection Manager will display the name of one of the detected networks as well as the total number of networks detected.
WiMAX button on the right side of
3. To connect the network whose name is displayed, click
To view information about a WiMAX network you are currently connected to or the WiMAX device you are using to connect to that network, select
WiMAX Info from the Tools menu. This produces a window with two tabs.
• The Network tab contains information about the IP Settings for and the
amount Activity on your current WiMAX connection.
• The Device tab contains information about your current WiMAX Device.

WiMAX Device Information

This tab contains information about the WIMAX device you are currently using. Fields include the following:

MAC Address

The hardware address of the device.

Firmware Version

The version of the device's on-board operating software.
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Baseband Chip

The WiMAX chipset for the device.
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Calibration Status

Device Calibration Status is reported by the Firmware on the device.

Antenna Gain Diff

The amount of Antenna Gain provided on the device with the current signal.

MAC Version

Version of the MAC chipset on the device.

Library Version

Version of the WiMAX Library used by this device's driver.

Driver Version

The version of the device driver currently installed on your computer.

RF Chip Version

The version of the RF chip used on the device.

Antenna Calib

The value of the calibration setting for the antenna on the device.

Antenna Gain Diff

The programmed Antenna gain differential used on the device.
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