Z Com XG621 User Manual

IEEE 802.11 a/b/g

Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Module

Date of Issue: June. 24

, 2003

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................3

FEATURES AND BENEFITS .......................................................................................................... 3

APPLICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 3

PACKAGE CONTENTS................................................................................................................... 4

CHAPTER 2: Install IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter .............................5

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................ 5

LED INDICATORS........................................................................................................................... 5

WINDOWS 98SE/ME/2000/XP INSTALLATION............................................................................. 6

VERIFYING DRIVER INSTALLATION ............................................................................................ 6

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows 98SE..................................................................................... 6

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows ME........................................................................................ 7

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows 2000

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows XP ........................................................................................ 7

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CHAPTER 3: Install the Utility for Windows98SE/ME/2000/XP ...........................................8

CHAPTER 4: Wireless LAN Configuration ..........................................................................11

WLAN CONFIGURATION UTILITY............................................................................................... 11

WLAN Utility Parameter Modification ................................................................................................... 13

Configuration.................................................................................................................................. 13

Security (WEP)

AP Browser.................................................................................................................................... 16

About............................................................................................................................................ 17

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CHAPTER 5: WIRELESS NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS ....................................................18

WIRELESS NETWORK CONFIGURATION ................................................................................. 18

Ad-hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)............................................................................................... 18

Infrastructure Mode.......................................................................................................................... 18

SERVICE SET IDENTIFICATION (SSID) ..................................................................................... 19

AUTHENTICATION AND WEP ENCRYPTION............................................................................. 19

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 20

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY..................................................................................................... 20

FCC WARNING

RF Exposure .................................................................................................................................. 20

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

IEEE 802.11 a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter is a up to 54Mbps Cardbus PC Card. Being

able to operate at both 5GHz and 2.4 GHz frequency band, the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter can communicate with other mobile devices enabled for IEEE 802.11a, or 802.11b standard-based, and 802.11g standard wireless LAN connectivity. Using this card in conjunction with the Wireless Access Point of 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g, you can create a wireless network for sharing your broadband cable or DSL Internet access among multiple PCs in and around your home or office and enjoy amazing speed of 54Mbps (108Mbps Turbo Mode)!!!

Features and Benefits

 Delivers up to 108 Mbps speed rate (Turbo Mode). Wireless nodes negotiate to operate in the

optimal data transfer rate. In a noisy environment or when the distance between the wireless nodes is far, the wireless nodes automatically adjusts to operate at the optimal speed.

 IEEE 802.11a, and IEEE 802.11b standard compliant, IEEE 802.11g standard compliant.  Interoperable with IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11g wireless devices.  Supports data encryption up to 152-bit shared key method.  Quickly networks your employees without the time or expense of Ethernet cabling.  Networks from any location in and around the home or office.  Gives you constant access to corporate resources, e-mail and the intranet.  IEEE 802.11b supports 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps data rates. IEEE 802.11a/g supports 6, 9, 12, 18,

24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps data rates.

 Connects seamlessly to wired Ethernet and PC network LANs to augment existing networks

quickly and easily.

 Provides greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs.  Plug and Play makes it easy to install.  Supports multiple operating system platforms, including Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows

Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

Applications

IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter offers a fast, reliable, 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 Intranet access.

2. Difficult-to-wire environments

Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to deploy

3. Frequently changing environments

Retailers, manufacturers, and those who frequently rearrange the workplace or change locations

4. Database access

Doctors, nurses, retailers needing mobile database access while in the hospital, retail store or office campus

5. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users

SOHO users needing easy and quick installation of a small computer network

Package Contents

The product package should contain:

 IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter  Product CD (Driver and Utility and Manual inside)  Quick Installation Guide

If any of the above items are not included or damaged, please contact your local vendor for support.

CHAPTER 2: Install IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network

Adapter

System Requirements

Before installing the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter, please make sure that these equipments have been met:

1. A computer with a Cardbus slot.

2. Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP (Have the Windows Installation CD-ROM ready for use during installation.

3. There should be at least 5Mbytes disk space for installing driver and utility program.

LED Indicators

The Wireless LINK LED on the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter indicates the wireless link condition of the station with another wireless node or the associated access point.

LED: Two Green LEDs

Fast-rate Blink on both LEDs:

or transmitting data.

- Slow-rate Blink on both LEDs: Connected to the Access Point or 802.11 Ad-Hoc

wireless workstation.

- Alternate Blink on both LEDs: Looking for network association.

- Both LEDs off: Power off.

Both LEDs blink fast-rate when the client card is receiving

Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Installation

1. Turn on the computer.

2. With the LED indicators facing up, properly insert the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter into the Cardbus slot on your computer as shown below.

3. The Windows will automatically detect the IEEE802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter and the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears for the driver (only applies to Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 and XP.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver for the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter.

5. For Windows 98SE/ME, once the [Please insert the disk labeled “Windows 98SE/ME CDROM”, and then click OK] window appears, enter the path corresponding to the appropriate drives and click OK. Usually these files can be found at C:\Windows or C:\Windows\system.

6. For Windows 2000, a Digital Signature Not Found message may appear. Click Yes to proceed.

7. For Windows XP, a Windows Logo Testing Not Found dialog box may appear. Click Continue Anyway to proceed.

8. Click Finish to complete the installation.

Verifying Driver Installation

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows 98SE

1. From the Windows 98SE desktop, double-click My Computer.

2. Double-click Control Panel. Double-click the System icon.

3. Click on the Device Manager folder tab.

4. Double-click Network Adapter. There should be no yellow exclamation mark or red cross-sign on the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter selection.

5. Double-click IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter. The Device Status windows should indicate that the PC Card is working properly.

The installation of the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter driver in Windows 98SE is complete. Proceed to Chapter 4: Wireless LAN Configuration.

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows ME

1. From the Windows Me desktop, double-click My Computer.

2. Double-click Control Panel. Double-click the System icon.

3. Click on the Device Manager folder tab.

4. Double-click Network Adapter. There should be no yellow exclamation mark or red cross-sign on the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter selection.

5. Double-click IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter. The Device Status windows should indicate that the PC Card is working properly.

The installation of the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter driver in Windows ME is complete. Proceed to Chapter 4: Wireless LAN Configuration.

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows 2000

1. From the Windows 2000 desktop, double-click My Computer.

2. Double-click Control Panel. Double-click the System icon.

3. Click on the Hardware folder tab. Click the Device Manager button.

4. Double-click Network Adapter. There should be no yellow exclamation mark or red cross-sign on the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter selection.

5. Double-click IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter. The Device Status windows should indicate that the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter is working properly.

The installation of the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter driver in Windows 2000 is complete. Proceed to Chapter 4: Wireless LAN Configuration.

Verifying Driver Installation under Windows XP

1. From the Windows XP desktop, double-click My Computer.

2. Double-click Control Panel. Double-click the System icon.

3. Click on the Hardware folder tab. Click the Device Manager button.

4. Double-click Network Adapter. There should be no yellow exclamation mark or red cross-sign on the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter selection.

5. Double-click IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter. The Device status window should indicate that the PC Card is working properly.

The installation of the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter driver in Windows XP is complete. Proceed to Chapter 4: Wireless LAN Configuration.

Important: By default, Windows XP uses its own utility to configure your wireless network settings; if you prefer to use the IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Network Adapter configuration utility, please change this setting in the Wireless Networks tab in Wireless Network Connection Properties.

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