Z Com 0X1960 Users Manual
11Mbps Wireless LAN
PCI Adapter
Date of Issue: Aug. 20th, 2003
Technical Support
The firmware version of the Wireless LAN PCI Card is displayed on the utility About
window. Users could download the most recent software version from the supplier’s web
site or refer to the selling contact for the latest software information. If you have difficulty
resolving the problem while installing or using the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card,
please contact the supplier for support.
About This Manual
802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card User Manual was first released on August, 2003. The
manual includes procedures for the setup of the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card under
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98SE or Windows ME. Take a moment to read
through this manual and familiarize yourself with wireless technology.
FCC Information
This device, IEEE 802.11b WLAN PCI Card, 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.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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 or more 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.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
Tested to comply with FCC standard. FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
1. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2). This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
2. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
The IEEE 802.11b WLAN PCI Card has been tested to the FCC exposure requirements
(Specific Absorbtion Rate).
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 About Wireless LAN PCI Card..........................................1
1-1 Features and Benefits...................................................................................1
1-2 Applications..................................................................................................2
1-3 Product Kit ...................................................................................................3
1-4 About Wireless LAN PCI Card LED Indicators ..........................................3
Chapter 2 Getting Started.....................................................................4
2-1 Before Installation........................................................................................4
2-2 Insert the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card.................................................5
Chapter 3 Install Driver for Windows..................................................................6
3-1 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows XP.........................................6
3-2 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows 2000.................................... 11
3-3 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows 98SE/ ME ...........................15
Chapter 4 Configure the Wireless LAN PCI Card ...........................19
4-1 Install the WLAN Utility............................................................................. 19
4-2 Use the WLAN Utility.................................................................................23
4-2-1 Configuration.......................................................................................................23
4-2-2 Site Survey............................................................................................................29
4-2-3 About ....................................................................................................................30
Limited Warranty ................................................................................31
About Wireless LAN PCI Card 1
The 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card is a standard PCI adapter that fits into any standard PCI
slot in a desktop. The 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card is an enhanced high-performance, that
supports high-speed wireless networking at home, or at office. 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card
is able to communicate with any 802.11b and 802.11g compliant products.
1-1 Features and Benefits
1. Fully IEEE 802.11b compatible.
2. Supports 1, 2, 5.5, and up to11 Mbps data rate.
3. Working range up to 800 ft. in an open environment.
4. Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN’s augments existing
networks quickly and easily.
5. Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs.
6. Wireless connection without the cost of cabling.
7. Easy to install and user friendly, just Plug and Play (PnP).
8. Lower power consumption.
9. Supports a variety of operating systems (Win98SE/ME/2000/XP)
10. 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption capable.
11. Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust,
interference-resistant and secure wireless connection.
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1-2 Applications
The 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card offers a fast, reliable and cost-effective solution for
wireless client access to the network in applications like these:
1. Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
2. Difficult-to-wire environments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations and open area where wiring is difficult
to deploy.
3. Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently rearrange the workplace and change
location.
4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites where a temporary network will be
practical.
Retailers, airline and shipping companies need additional workstations during peak
period.
Auditors requiring workgroups at customer sites.
5. Access to database for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses and retailers can access their database while being mobile in the hospital,
retail store or office campus.
6. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users
SOHO users need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.
7. High security connection
The secure wireless network can be installed quickly and provide flexibility. (Please
refer to page 26 for encryption configuration.)
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1-3 Product Kit
The 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card comes with the following items. Please go through each
item below. If any of listed items appear to be damaged or missing, please contact your local
dealer.
802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card
802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card………………………………………….…… x 1
Software and Documentation CD…………………………………x 1
802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card Quick Start Guide…………………………… x 1
1-4 About Wireless LAN PCI Card LED Indicators
The 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card has one LED indicator. The behavior of the indicator is
described as below:
Link LED
Solid Green – Associated with the Access Point or Ad-Hoc wireless workstation.
Blinking Green – Indicate the device is active data through the Access Point or Ad-Hoc
wireless workstation..
Link
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Getting Started 2
This chapter describes the instructions that guide you through the proper installation of your
802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card for the Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE operating systems.
The complete installation of the Wireless LAN PCI Card consists of the following steps:
STEP 1: Insert your Wireless LAN PCI Card into the connector of any free PCI Bus Master
expansion slot on your desktop computer.
STEP 2: Install the corresponding driver and utility.
STEP 3: Set basic settings.
STEP 4: Finish Installation.
2-1 Before Installation
In addition to the items shipped with the client adapter, you will also need the following in order
to install the adapter:
1. A computer equipped with a PCI slot.
2. Windows XP/2000/98SE/ME (with a Windows installation CD-ROM, diskettes for use
during installation)
3. Minimum 5 Mbps free disk space for installing driver and utility program.
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2-2 Insert the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card
To install the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card, please do the following:
1. Open the case of your desktop computer.
2. Find an available PCI slot on your computer.
3. Insert the PCI adapter into the PCI slot.
4. Close the case of the computer and start Windows.
CAUTION: Do not force the client adapter into the slot. Forcing it will damage
both the client adapter and the slot. If the client adapter does not go in easily,
remove the card and reinsert it.
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Install Driver for Windows 3
This section describes the installation of the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card driver for the
Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP operation systems. The installation procedures for
Windows XP refer to 3-1 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows XP, for Windows 2000
please see 3-2 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows 2000, and for Windows 98SE/ME
refer to 3-3 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows 98SE/ME.
Note: Before you start the installation, you are advised to keep the Windows
CD-ROM in case you might need certain system files.
3-1 Set up Wireless LAN PCI Card for Windows XP
Step 1: After inserting the 802.11b Wireless LAN PCI Card into the PCI slot on your desktop
computer, the Windows will auto-detect the Wireless LAN PCI Card and a “Found New
Hardware Wizard” window will show up. Select “Install from a list or specific
(Advanced) ” to install the driver and click on Next to proceed..
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Step 2: Insert the Product CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Check the “Search
removable media (floppy, CD-ROM…)” check box and click on Next to install the driver.
Step 3: The windows will find “IEEE 802.11b PCI Wireless LAN Card” and start copying
corresponding files into the system. Click on Next to continue.
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