Planet WL-8314 User Manual

54Mbps standard 11g

PCI Bus Wireless LAN Adapter

WL-8314

User Manual

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All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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 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 or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.

FCC Caution

To ensure 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 the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Following two

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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 (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.

R&TTE Compliance Statement

This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE 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 and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.

EU Countries Not 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, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg .The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom. The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.

Potential restrictive use

France: Only channels 10,11,12 and 13

Revision

User’s Manual for PLANET 54Mbps standard 11g PCI Bus Wireless LAN Adapter Model: WL-8314 Rev: 1.0 (March, 2005) Part No. EM-WL8314

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................1

1.1 FEATURES.......................................................................................................................1

1.2 APPLICATIONS.................................................................................................................2

1.2.1 Infrastructure..........................................................................................................................2

1.2.2 Ad-Hoc...................................................................................................................................2

1.2.3 General Application................................................................................................................2

1.3 SPECIFICATION................................................................................................................3

1.4 PACKAGE CONTENTS.......................................................................................................4

1.5 MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................4

1.6 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.......................................................................................4

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE..................................................5

2.1 CONFIGURATION UTILITY INSTALLATION ............................................................................5

2.2 DRIVER INSTALLATION......................................................................................................6

CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURATION UTILITY.......................................................9

3.1 LINK INFO......................................................................................................................10

3.2 CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................11

3.3 ENCRYPTION.................................................................................................................12

3.4 SITE SURVEY ................................................................................................................15

3.5 ABOUT..........................................................................................................................16

APPENDIX....................................................................................................17

GLOSSARY..................................................................................................19

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Complying with the newly approved 802.11g standard, WL-8314 provides a faster wireless connection for desktop users who want to access network resources. The gadget delivers data at speeds up to 54Mbps, 5 times data rate than 802.11b. It can operate in Infrastructure mode or Ad-hoc mode based on your needs WL-8314 provides 360 degrees’ coverage of wireless access by employing a detachable dipole antenna, which can be replaced with any types of external antennas to better signal strength, link quality and enhance signal coverage range. Support of 64 and 128-bit WEP encryption plus WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) high-level encryption keeps your wireless network from unauthorized access and ensures secure data transfer. WL-8314 is backward compatible with 802.11b products, allowing interoperability with any Wi-Fi certified wireless 802.11b/g products, so both 11b and 11g clients can reside on the same network. Support of most operating systems such as Windows98SE/Me/2000/XP/Server 2003 offers greater scalability and usability, making the device a perfect choice for users who are getting tired of running cables or in constant need of wireless access.

1.1 Features

l 2.4GHz ISM band, unlicensed operation l A fast Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of running cables l IEEE 802.11b/g standard compliant l Up to 54Mbps data rate l Utilization of Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum plus OFDM modulation to provide a robust,

interference-resistant solution in a multi-user environment

l One detachable dipole antenna l Support of 64/128-bit WEP encryption and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) high-level encryption l Support of Ad-Hoc / Infrastructure mode l Seamless integration with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet through any other IEEE 802.11b/g compliant

Access points

l Support of most popular operating systems including Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP/Server 2003 l Support of Power Save mode

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1.2 Applications

1.2.1 Infrastructure

The difference between Infrastructure network and Ad-hoc network is that the former requires an Access point. For old buildings, open areas, or frequently changing environments, just install the WL-8314 on your desktop, and you thus can get connected to the wired Ethernet through a wireless Access Point. SOHO users can then access the Internet and share all kinds of data with the other wired or wireless clients within the coverage of wireless signals. For enterprise users, the installation of multiple Access Points to enlarge the coverage of wireless signals can provide wireless users with seamless network access. The Infrastructure mode is appropriate for enterprise-scale wireless access to a central database or provides various wireless applications for mobile users. Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users. More than one BSS can be configured as an Extended Service Set (ESS). The continuous network allows users to roam freely within an ESS. All wireless clients using WL-8314 or other IEEE 802.11b compliant wireless adapters within one ESS must be configured with the same ESS ID and use the same radio channel. Before adopting an ESS with roaming capability, choosing an available radio channel with less interference is highly recommended. Proper Access Point positioning combined with a clear radio channel will greatly enhance performance.

1.2.2 Ad-Hoc

Need a wireless networking comprising of several desktops or laptops without any access point? Configuring all the wireless adapters to operate in Ad-Hoc mode will be the easiest and cost-effective way to meet your requirements. An Ad-hoc mode is a wireless network type in which a group of computers equipped with WL-3564 or other wireless adapters are connected as an independent wireless LAN. All computers operating in this mode must be configured to share the same radio channel. In this kind of network, new devices can be quickly added; however, users can only communicate with other wireless LAN computers that are in this wireless LAN workgroup within range.

1.2.3 General Application

WL-8314 offers a fast, reliable, and cost-effective solution for wireless access to the various network scenarios:

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1. Remote access to corporate network for information

Emails, file transfer, or terminal service.

2. Difficult-to-wire environments

Old or historical buildings, public occasions, venues and open area where it is difficult to wire.

3. Frequently changing environments

Factories, retailers, and offices that frequently change locations and rearrange the workplace.

4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time

Events, exhibitions, construction sites or some important occasions that require temporary network access.

5. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users

SOHO users in need of a easy-to-install and wide coverage networking

1.3 Specification

Product IEEE 802.11g Wireless PCI card Model Name WL-8314 Attached Interface PCI V2.2 LED Indicators ACT

Operating Frequency / Channel

Emission type RF Modulation RF Output Power 15dBm

Data Rate Antenna One Detachable Dipole Antenna

Sensitivity Working Mode

Power

Power Consumption

Dimension (mm) Humidity

2.412~2.462GHz (FCC, US/Canada) / 11 Channels

2.412~2.472GHz (ETSI, Europe) / 13 Channels

2.412~2.484GHz (TELEC, Japan) / 14 Channels Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Technology OFDM with CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps

802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps

54Mbps: Typical -73dBm @ 10% PER 11Mbps: Typical -85dBm @ 8% PER

Infrastructure, Ad-Hoc

3.3V±5% TX: 3.3v, 530mA, RX: 3.3v, 240mA

Standby: 3.3v, 30mA 133 x 121 x 21.6 mm

10 ~ 95%, non-condensing (Operating and storage)

Temperature

Management Electromagnetic

Compatibility

0 ~ 40℃ (Operating), -10 ~ 70℃ (Storage) Bundled utility or Windows XP/Server2003 Wireless Zero

Configuration utility FCC, CE

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1.4 Package Contents

Before installation, please check the items of your package. The package should include the following items: 1 x WL-8314 1 x Dipole Antenna 1 x Quick Installation Guide 1 x Drivers and User’s Manual CD

If any of the above items is missing, contact your supplier as soon as possible.

1.5 Minimum System Requirements

Before installation, please check the following requirements:

Operating System: Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP/Server 2003

Desktop PC with a CD-ROM drive

One vacant PCI slot

Important: WL-8314 is compliant with the PCI V2.2 with 3.3V output voltage standard. Some old model

motherboards, especially those for Intel Pentium, Pentium II, AMD K6, K6-II, K6-III or Cyrix M5, M6 processors, provide only PCI V2.1 or V2.2 slots with only 5V output voltage that cannot be supported by WL-8314. Therefore, to ensure smooth installation of the Wireless adapter, please do examine the system requirements for the adapter, particularly the specification of the PCI slots of the motherboard. The PC with Intel Pentium III 600MHZ or above is highly recommended for better compatibility.

1.6 Installation Considerations

l Beware of the walls and ceilings. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless cover range from

3-90 feet. Properly position your Access Points, Residential Gateways, and computers so that the number of walls or ceilings residing between Access Points and clients is minimized.

l Building materials make a difference - A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative

effect on signal coverage range. Try to properly position Access Points and computers with wireless adapters so that there would be less obstacles existing between them.

l Keep your wireless LAN devices away from microwaves, cordless phones and child incubators. It

is likely that the latter will cause interferences to affect the operation of your wireless LAN devices.