Low Power Ethernet Card
™
CompactFlash and PC Card solutions for
• Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs, Handheld PCs
and pen tablets
• Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP/NT 4.0 Notebooks
User's Guide
8/2005 Document # 6410-00125 K
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2005 Socket Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. The
Low Power Ethernet Card includes technology licensed under United States
Patent Nos. 4,543,450, 4,603,320, 4,686,506, and 4,972,470.
Socket and the Socket logo are registered trademarks of Socket
Communications, Inc. Socket Communications, Socket Low Power
Ethernet Card and Mobility Friendly are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. All other brand and product
names are trademarks of their respective holders.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of
Socket Communications is expressly prohibited. Please be aware that the
products described in this manual may change without notice.
Feel free to contact SOCKET COMMUNICATIONS at:
Socket Communications, Inc.
37400 Central Court
Newark, CA 94560
Other than the above, Socket Communications can assume no responsibility
for anything resulting from the application of information contained in this
manual.
Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of
the Socket Low Power Ethernet Card that are not described in this manual.
Socket Communications also requests that you refrain from disassembling
the CompactFlash card. Disassembly of this device will void the product
warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and technical
bulletins by visiting Socket’s website at
Please refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash card. Disassembly of
this device will void the product warranty
www.socketcom.com.
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Table of Contents
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 1
1 | INTRODUCTION 3
Hardware Versions 3
About the Software 3
System Requirements 4
Package Contents 4
Product Registration 5
2 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information 7
STEP 2: Install the Software 8
STEP 3: Enter Network Settings 10
STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN 15
OPTIONAL: Synchronize Data over a Network Connection 17
OPTIONAL: Use the Control Panel Applet 20
3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 22
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information 22
STEP 2: Connect to a LAN Port 23
STEP 3: Insert the Card 23
STEP 4: Enter Network Settings 24
4 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS 95/98/ME/2000 26
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information 26
STEP 2: Insert the Installation CD 27
STEP 3: Connect to a LAN Port 27
STEP 4: Insert the Card 27
STEP 5: Install the Software 28
STEP 6: Enter Network Settings 30
APPENDICES
A | SPECIFICATIONS 31
B | TROUBLESHOOTING 32
C | TECHNICAL SUPPORT 34
LIMITED WARRANTY 35
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 37
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1 | Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Socket Low Power
Ethernet Card (LP-E). With the LP-E, you can
connect to any compatible Ethernet network, home
network or office LAN using a variety of Windowsbased mobile computers.
The card allows you to synchronize to your
corporate LAN at up to 10 million bps — 500 times
faster than a standard serial port. Use Socket’s LP-E
to dramatically reduce the time needed to install
software, transfer large multimedia or map files, or
back up and restore your device.
The first Ethernet adapter compatible with Pocket PCs, the Socket LP-E
supports Plug-and-Play with the NE2000 drivers built into many devices.
For these devices, software installation is totally optional — the LP-E is
ready to use right out of the box.
Hardware Versions
The card is available in both a standard version, with
removable cable, and Ruggedized version, with nonremovable cable.
About the Software
The Socket LP-E utility for Windows Mobile provides special
tools to enhance your networking experience. The auto-launch
tool enables you to configure your device to automatically
launch any program of your choice whenever the LP-E is
inserted. Icons indicate your GoodLink and Activity status at a
glance. Additionally, an applet makes it easy to view TCP/IP
addresses as well as the LP-E’s MAC address.
Support for square screens and landscape mode is included.
For software updates:
www.socketcom.com/support/support_ethernet.asp
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 3
System Requirements
Your device should meet these minimum requirements:
• Any of the following Windows versions:
- Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE and Windows Mobile 5.0
- Windows CE 3.0 or greater
- Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98SE or 95
*
• Available CF or PC Card slot
(Operation in PC Card slot requires a PC Card adapter.)
• Windows Mobile 5.0 devices require ActiveSync 4.0 or greater
Windows NT 4.0: Please register your product online at
www.socketcom.com/prodreg and submit an online inquiry to
obtain the correct drivers and software.
WARNING!
If you are NOT using Windows Mobile 5.0, DO NOT
install ActiveSync 4.0, or you will not be able to
synchronize your mobile computer and host PC over
an Ethernet connection!
Microsoft removed this feature from ActiveSync 4.0.
If your Windows version does not require
ActiveSync 4.0, then Socket recommends that you
use an older version of ActiveSync that supports
device synchronization over Ethernet.
Package Contents
Socket offers two packages, each suited for different mobile computers:
The Low Power Ethernet Card package includes these items:
• Socket Low Power Ethernet Card
• Ethernet cable with a female RJ-45 Ethernet module connector
(The cable is permanently attached for the Ruggedized LP-E.)
• Low Power Ethernet Installation Disc
The Low Power Ethernet Card PC Card Solution includes these items:
• Socket Low Power Ethernet Card
• Ethernet cable with a female RJ-45 Ethernet module connector
(The cable is permanently attached for the Ruggedized LP-E.)
• CompactFlash-to-PC Card Adapter
• Low Power Ethernet Installation Disc
*
Windows 95 v4.00.950B; Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition
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Product Registration
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products.
Registered users receive priority for technical support, product updates, and
special offers. Register online at:
www.socketcom.com/prodreg
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5
2 | Setup for Windows Mobile
This chapter explains how to set up the LP-E for a
device running Windows Mobile or Windows CE.
Please note that software installation is optional for
these devices.
Setup Summary
STEP 1: Prepare network information.
STEP 2: Install the software (optional).
STEP 3: Enter network settings.
STEP 4: Insert card and connect to LAN.
STEP 5: Synchronize data via a network
OPTIONAL: Use the Control Panel Applet
Should I install Socket’s software?
WARNING! If you have an HP Jornada Pocket PC or
Handheld PC, DO NOT install Socket’s drivers from
the installation CD, or you can cause configuration
problems! These devices already have a version of
Socket’s LP-E drivers pre-installed.
All other mobile computers come pre-installed with basic
NE2000 drivers. If desired, you can use these preinstalled drivers and skip software installation.
If you would like to benefit from Socket’s enhanced
software, you can install Socket’s LP-E drivers on top of
the NE2000 drivers. Socket’s LP-E drivers are enhanced
with these features:
• Auto-launch — Any other program of your choice
automatically launches whenever you insert the LPE
• IP info screen — Tap to view IP address information
• Taskbar indicators — Check connection activity and
good link status at a glance
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STEP 1: Prepare Network Information
Contact your network administrator for the information below.
For a text-only form that you can email to your network
administrator, go to the Docs folder on the installation CD or visit:
Does the network support DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)?
*Remote ActiveSync only: If your server does NOT have WINS services
enabled, use the IP address of your host PC instead of a Primary WINS
address.
www.socketcom.com/support/support_ethernet.asp
YES. If Yes, then STOP. You do NOT need any IP addresses.
NO. If No, then please specify any applicable IP addresses (you may
only need some listed below):
Mobile Computer IP address: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Subnet Mask: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Default Gateway: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Primary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Secondary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Primary WINS*: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Secondary WINS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 7
STEP 2: Install the Software
Follow these steps for software installation BEFORE you insert the LP-E
into your mobile computer.
WARNING! DO NOT install the Socket software on an HP
Jornada Pocket PC or Handheld PC!
Windows Mobile 5.0: Make sure you have ActiveSync 4.0 or greater. Download
1.
msdn.microsoft.com/mobility/windowsmobile/downloads/default.aspx
it free:
WARNING!
If you are NOT using Windows Mobile 5.0, DO NOT install
ActiveSync 4.0, or you will not be able to synchronize your
mobile computer and host PC over an Ethernet connection!
2. Use your serial/USB cable or cradle and ActiveSync to connect your
mobile computer to a host PC.
3. In order to synchronize data, there must be a partnership (NOT a guest
connection) between the mobile computer and host PC.
• If you already established a partnership between the two computers,
they should automatically connect and begin synchronizing.
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• If no partnership exists, follow the screens that appear to set one up.
IMPORTANT!
You must set up a
partnership, or you will not
be able to synchronize
data between your device
and host PC!
4. Insert the Socket Low Power Ethernet Installation Disc into the host PC.
Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access the CD drive. In the
CD, click on Setup.exe.
5. The installation wizard should begin. Follow the instructions on your
host PC and mobile computer screen until installation is complete.
6. After completing the installation, disconnect the mobile computer from
the serial/USB connection cable/cradle. Soft reset the mobile computer
by pushing the reset button.
CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 9
STEP 3: Enter Network Settings
Windows Mobile 5.0 or Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
1. Open the Configure Network Adapters screen.
Windows Mobile 5.0:
Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Network Cards.
Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE:
Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Connections.
Tap on the Advanced tab.
Tap on the Network Card button at the bottom of the screen.
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2. The Configure Network Adapters screen will appear. In the drop-down
menu at the top of the screen, select the appropriate option.
• The Internet: For connecting from home and/or via an ISP
• Work: For connecting to a private network, such as at work, or a
proxy network.
If you are connecting to a proxy or secure network, refer to your
Pocket PC documentation for configuration information.
3. If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, (i.e., your network uses
DHCP), tap ok. You are now ready to proceed to STEP 3 to connect to a
LAN and insert the card.
4. If you DO need to enter any IP addresses, tap Socket LP-E Driver if you
installed Socket’s software. Otherwise tap NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver.
5. In the next screens, enter your network settings. In the IP Address
screen, select Use specific IP address to enter the necessary IP addresses.
CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 11
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