Sharp NAR0054 Users Manual
802.11g Mini PCI
User Manual
T60H713
Chapter 1 About the Wireless MINI PCI ..................................3
1-1 Features ..........................................................................3
1-2 Applications.................................................................... 3
1-3 Product Kit ....................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Chapter 2 Network Configuring and Planning..........................4
2-1 Network Topology.......................................................... 4
2-2 Roaming ......................................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Installation ................................................................ 7
3-1 System Requirements....Error! Bookmark not defined.
3-2 Inserting the Wireless Card ............................................ 7
3-3 Installation and Uninstall Process ..................................7
Chapter 4 Wireless Utility and Configuration......................... 14
4-1 Windows 98/ME/2000 Wireless Utility........................ 14
4-2 Windows XP Wireless Utility....................................... 18
Appendix A Troubleshooting ................................................. 24
Appendix B Glossary ............................................................. 25
Appendix C Specifications for Wireless Card.................Error!
Bookmark not defined.
Chapter 1 About the Wireless MINI PCI
Windows 98/2000/ME/XP will automatically recognize the wireless MINI PCI and
initiate the installation process. Upon successful installation, the wireless MINI PCI
will communicate seamlessly with other IEEE 802.11g wireless products.
1-1 Features
1. Supports up to 54 Mbps data rate.
2. Supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint access provides increased
flexibility.
3. Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN offers quick,
trouble-free integration with existing networks.
4. Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides secure wireless
connection.
5. Wireless connections eliminate the hassle and cost of cabling.
6. Supports a wide range of LAN (Local Area Network) Network Operating
Systems (NOS)
including Windows 98/2000/XP
8. Omni - directional antenna provides wide range of reception.
9. Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PC
1-2 Applications
This wireless MINI PCI offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client
access to the network. Refer below for examples :
Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation
Difficult-to-wire environments
Historic or older buildings without Ethernet wiring.
Buildings with asbestos insulation
Open areas where wiring is difficult to employ
Re-layout frequently environments
Retailers, manufacturers or other organizations that frequently rearrange the
workplace or relocate
Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time usage
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites that employ temporary
networks.
Retailers, airline and shipping companies that need additional workstations
for a peak period and auditors that require workgroups at customer sites.
Access to database for mobile workers
Medical, technical and retail specialists that require roaming access to a
database or other network resources.
Perfect for users that need a small, easy-to-install network that deploys
rapidly.
Chapter 2 Network Configuring and Planning
The wireless MINI PCI supports legacy Ethernet LAN network configuration
options as defined by the IEEE 802.11g. The wireless MINI PCI can be configured
as:
. Ad-Hoc mode for no Access Point wireless environment.
. Infrastructure mode for wireless environment with Access Point.
2-1 Network Topology
Notebook with
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
Fig.1 Ad-Hoc Wireless LAN
Ad-Hoc Wireless LAN
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
T60L198/T60L244
Notebook with
An Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers. Each computer equipped
with a wireless MINI PCI that configure to same radio channel in order to
communicate with others. Ad-Hoc wireless LAN configurations are appropriate for
branch level departments or SOHO operations.
File Server
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
Fig.2 Infrastructure Wireless LAN Configuration
Access Point Access Point
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC
Notebook with
¤A¤Óºô¸ô
Notebook with
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
A group of wireless users and an Access Point compose a Basic Service Set (BSS).
Wireless clients can talk to any computer in both wired and wireless LAN network via
the Access Point.
2-2 Roaming
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 ESS. All wireless MINI PCI and Access
Point within one ESS must be configured with the same ESSID in order to utilize
roaming function. Properly Access Point positioning with a clear radio signal can
greatly enhance wireless performance.
File Server
Desktop PC
¤A¤Óºô¸ô
Desktop PC
Ess
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
Fig.4 Roaming in an Extended Service Set (ESS)
Access Point Access Point
BSS1
Notebook with
T60L198/T60L244
Notebook with
T60L198/T60L244
Desktop PC with
T60L198/T60L244
BSS2
Chapter 3 Installation
3-1 Inserting the Wireless MINI PCI
1. Locate an available Type II PCMCIA slot.
2. With the MINI PCI pin connector facing the MINI PCI slot, you must insert the
card into the slot.
3. After properly inserting the wireless card, you can continue with wireless driver
and utility installation.
3-2 Installation and Uninstall Process
Install AMBIT Wireless LAN (Windows 98/2K/XP)
e
Execute the program ‘Setup.exe’ in the CD. Windows displays the dialog as
below. Press ‘Next’ button to continue.
e It displays a License Agreement dialog. Press ‘Next’ to continue.
e Select the destination folder that you want to place the files.
e Wait for the install program to do the installation.
Loading...