TRENDnet TEW-423PI User Manual

Regulatory notes and statements

Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use

Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use frequency safety standards and recommendations. The use of Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some situations or environments for example:

·On board of airplanes, or

·In an explosive environment, or

·In case the interference risk to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful

In case the policy regarding the use of Wireless LAN devices in specific organizations or environments (e.g. airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial plants, private buildings etc.) is not clear, please ask for authorization to use these devices prior to operating the equipment.

Regulatory Information/disclaimers

Installation and u se of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The Manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, of the substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.

USA-FCC (Federal Communications Commission) statement

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interfe rence, including interf erence that may cause undesired operation of this device.

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement

This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65 and found compli ant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections

2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiated output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

When nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance, in order to comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm.

FCC 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 the 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. If not installed and us ed in accordance with the instru ctions, it 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 encourag ed to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

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

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

Export restrictions

This product or software contains encryption code that may not be exported or transferred from the US of Canada without an approved US Department of Commerce export license.

Safety Information

Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out radio frequency (RF) signal.

CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guideline s, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a

Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.

Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article 3.1b

Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17 and EN 55024 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.

Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2

Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.

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TABLE OF CONTENT

Introduction..........................................................................................1

Overview of this User’s Guide.........................................................1

Unpacking and Setup...........................................................................3

Unpacking........................................................................................3

Setup ................................................................................................3

Hardware Installation...........................................................................5

LED Indicator ..................................................................................5

Check the installation.......................................................................5

Software Installation............................................................................7

Windows 98(SE)/ME/2000/XP Utility and Driver Installation.......7

Wireless Utility Setting....................................................................9

Technical Specifications....................................................................21

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of this IEEE 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter. This manual helps to get familiar with the Wireless PCI Adapter. This manual

contains detailed instructions in operation of this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.

With a Wireless (IEEE 802.11g) PCI Adapter, a computer or a station can communicate with another computer in a wireless way. Easy-to-use utilities are bundled with Wireless PCI Adapter for configuration, monitoring, and diagnosis purposes.

Wireless PCI Adapter can wirelessly transmit and receive data, minimizing the need for wired connections, at a speed of up to eleven megabit per second. With Wireless PCI Adapter, you can locate your PC or station wherever you want without wires and cables.

Wireless PCI Adapter provides users with an access to real-time information anywhere in their organization. The mobility provides productivity and service, which are not available under wired networks. The Wireless PCI Adapter configuration is easy to change from peer-to-peer networks, suitable for a small number of users, to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allow roaming around a broad area.

Overview of this User’s Guide

Introduction: Describes the Wireless PCI Adapter. Unpacking and Setup: Helps you get started with the basic installation of the

Wireless PCI Adapter.

Hardware Installation: Describes the LED indicators of the Adapter. Software Installation: Tells how to setup the driver and the utility setting. Technical Specifications: Lists the technical (general, physical and

environmental) specifications of the Wireless PCI Adapter.

UNPACKING AND SETUP

This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the Wireless PCI Adapter.

Unpacking

Open the box of the Wireless PCI Adapter and carefully unpack it. The box should contain the following items:

 One 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter  One Driver & Utility CD-ROM  One Quick Installation Guide

If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for replacement.

Setup

The setup of the Wireless PCI Adapter can be performed using the following steps:

 Visually inspect the PCI Adapter and make sure that it is fully

plugged in to the PC’s PCI slot.

 Make sure that there is a well environment that there is no much

intrusion to have a better connection.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

LED Indicator

LNK/ACT (Link/Activity)

The LNK indicator indicates green when the Wireless PCI Adapter is connected to a network successfully. Otherwise the LNK indicator blinks green continuously whiles the Wireless PCI Adapter is scanning the wireless devices or transmitting data.

Check the installation

1. Shut down the computer, unplugs its power cord, and remove the chassis cover.

2. Insert the contact edge of the Wireless PCI Adapter into the connector of any available PCI Bus slot. Press the card firmly into the connector such that the card’s contacts are fully seated in the PCI slot connector.

3. Install the bracket screw and secure the card to the computer chassis.

4. Cover the computer’s chassis.

5. Switch computer power on. The computer will automatically activate the newly installed driver and utility the Wireless PCI Adapter.

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