Wistron NeWeb DCMA81 User Manual
WNC WLAN 802.11ABG MINIPCI
User Manual
(DCMA-81J)
Version: 1.0
Nov. 2005
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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 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 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 of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure 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 this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This device should be installed in AP/Router/Printer or left and right
corner of panel of notebook to make sure it could keep 20cm away
from the users.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device is going to be operated in 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted in indoor
environment only.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
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operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
This device is going to be operated in 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted in indoor
environment only.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This module is intended for OEM integrator. The OEM integrator is still
responsible for the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which
integrates this module.
20cm minimum distance has to be able to be maintained between the antenna
and the users for the host this module is integrated into. Under such
configuration, the FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
population/uncontrolled environment can be satisfied.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
USERS MANUAL OF THE END PRODUCT:
In the users manual of the end product, the end user has to be informed to
keep at least 20cm separation with the antenna while this end product is
installed and operated. The end user has to be informed that the FCC
radio-frequency exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment can be
satisfied. The end user has to also be informed that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment. If the size of the end product is
smaller than 8x10cm, then additional FCC part 15.19 statement is required to
be available in the users manual: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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.
LABEL OF THE END PRODUCT:
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following "
Contains TX FCC ID: NKR-DCMA81 ". If the size of the end product is larger
than 8x10cm, then the following FCC part 15.19 statement has to also be
available on the label: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two 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.
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION 5
1.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.........................................................................................5
1.2 FEATURES ................................................................................................................5
2. DRIVER/UTILITY INSTALLATION / UNINSTALLATION 6
2.1 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................6
2.2 ADDITIONAL SETUP PROCESSES..............................................................................9
2.3 UNINSTALLATION...................................................................................................10
3. CONNECTING TO AN EXISTING NETWORK 11
4. CREATING AN AD HOC NEW NETWORK 16
5. MODIFYING A WIRELESS NETWORK 19
5.1 INFRASTRUCTURE MODE AND AD HOC MODE.....................................................19
5.2 MODIFYING A WIRELESS NETWORK.....................................................................20
5.3 DEFAULT SETTINGS WINDOWS XP ZERO-CONFIGURATION................................27
UPER A/G SETTING..............................................................................................27
5.4 S
APPENDIX A: F AQ ABOUT WLAN 28
SPECIFICA TIONS 30
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the WLAN 802.11a/b/g mini-PCI Module that provides the
easiest way to wireless networking. This User Manual contains detailed instructions in
the operation of this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.
1.1 System Requirements
A laptop PC contains:
- 32 MB memory or greater
- 300 MHz processor or higher
Microsoft® Win™2000/ME/98 Second Edition/XP
1.2 Features
Mini-PCI adapter, half size design
IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible: allowing inter-operation among multiple
vendors
Support Atheros Super A/GTM Mode
Provide seamless roaming within the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g WLAN
infrastructure
Site survey function
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2. Driver/Utility Installation / Uninstallation
2.1 Installation
Note! The Installation Section in this User Manual describes the first-time installation
for Windows. To re-install the driver, please first uninstall the previously
installed driver. See Chapter 2.3 “Uninstallation” in this User Manual.
Follow the steps below to complete the driver/utility installation:
1. Insert the Installation Software CD into the CD-Rom Drive.
2. Click “Next”.
3. Read the License Agreement and click “Yes”.
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4. Click “Next” to continue or click “Browse” to choose a destination folder.
5. Click “Next”.
6. Click “Yes” to create a shortcut icon on your desktop.
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7. Click “Finish”.
8. You should now see a shortcut icon on your desktop.
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2.2 Additional Setup Processes
During software installation procedure, each operating system may prompt different
specific options:
1. Windows 98SE: The system will request the original Windows CD during the
installation process. When the installation is finished, you’ll have to restart your
computer.
2. Windows Me: Please restart your computer when the installation is finished.
3. Windows 2000/XP: Select “Install the software automatically” when the window
with this option appears, and then click “Next” to continue installation.
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