Smc-networks EZ ConnectTMg 2.4 GHz 54Mbps SMC2602W Manual de usuario

1EZ CONNECT™G 2.4 GHZ54 MBPS WIRELESS PCICARDSMC’s EZ Connect™g 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Card (SMC2802W) is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter for

APPLICATIONS2• Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet LANs augments existing networks quickly and easily• Easy installation• Working range up to 160

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS3• Frequently changing environmentsRetailers, manufacturers, and banks who frequently rearrange the workplace and change location•

PACKAGE CHECKLIST4• Another IEEE 802.11b/g compliant device installed in your network, such as the SMC2870W Wireless Access Point, or another computer

5HARDWARE DESCRIPTIONThe SMC2802W Wireless PCI Card supports up to 54 Mbps connections. This card is fully compliant with the specifications defined i

HARDWARE INSTALLATION6HARDWARE INSTALLATIONWarning:• This network adapter requires a PC and BIOS that supports the PCI Local Bus Specification v2.2 or

HARDWARE INSTALLATION74. Insert the network card into the slot so that it is firmly seated. Screw the card’s bracket securely into the computer’s chas

HARDWARE INSTALLATION89. Install the Utility program for your SMC2802W Wireless PCI Card. The SETUP.EXE file of the utility program can be found on th

9DRIVER AND UTILITYINSTALLATIONThe SMC2802W EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD that comes with the package contains all the software drivers.

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD102. Click the Install Driver/Utility option on the wizard. The EZ Installation Wizard will start installing files into y

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USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD114. The InstallShield Wizard Complete message will appear, select No, then click Finish. Turn off your PC and plug the S

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD125. After inserting the adapter into the computer and turn your PC back on. Windows XP will automatically detect the new

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD137. After the software has been installed, click Finish to complete the driver installation.

14UTILITY CONFIGURATIONUsing the SMC2802W Utility ProgramOnce the installation is complete, the configuration utility can be accessed from the Start m

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM15ConfigurationWhen you start the SMC2802W 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Card utility, the information window for the SMC2802

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM16SSID – The Service Set ID (SSID) string for the wireless network to which you want to connect. To roam among multi

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM17The WEP mechanism implemented in the adapter is based on the RC4 encryption algorithm. The encryption keys are pro

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM18Or1. Select 128-bit or 64-bit in the Encryption field. 2. In the Key type field, select ASCII or Hex. 3. In the De

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM19Link informationThe Link information screen displays information on the current wireless network to which you are

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM20Note: The available channel settings are limited by local regulations that determine the number of channels that a

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USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM21IP informationThe IP information screen displays TCP/IP information for the adapter. Now that you have configured

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM22Gateway – The IP address of the network gateway.Release – Click on this button to release the IP address.Renew – C

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM23BSSID – Basic Service Set ID. See “Link information” on page 19.Channel – The radio channel on which the access po

USING THE SMC2802W UTILITY PROGRAM24Version informationThe following screen shows the current version information of the driver and configuration util

25NETWORK CONFIGURATIONAND PLANNINGSMC’s EZ Connect Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated

NETWORK TOPOLOGIES26Infrastructure Wireless LANThe SMC2802W also provides wireless workstations with access to a wired LAN. An integrated wired and wi

SETTING THE COMMUNICATION DOMAIN27Setting the Communication DomainStationary Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communication domain for

SETTING THE COMMUNICATION DOMAIN28Before setting up an ESS for roaming, you need to choose a clear radio channel and a suitable location for the acces

29TROUBLESHOOTINGCheck the following troubleshooting items before contacting SMC Technical Support.Adapter Installation ProblemsIf your computer canno

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS30Network Connection ProblemsIf the Link LED on the SMC2802W does not light, or if you cannot access network resources from

iCompliancesFederal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B di

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS31SMC2802W Maximum Distance TableImportant NoticeMaximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds. Howe

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS32 SMC2802W Wireless PCI Card Maximum Distance TableEnvironmental ConditionSpeed and Distance Ranges54 Mbps48 Mbps36 Mbps24

33SPECIFICATIONSBelow is an outline of the technical specifications for the SMC2802W.Functional CriteriaData Rate: Up to 54 Mbps Operating Range: Indo

SPECIFICATIONS34Physical CharacteristicsPower Consumption: TX: 480 mA Max, RX: 350 mA MaxDimensions: 120 x 62 mm (4.72 x 2.44 in)LED Indicator: Power

SPECIFICATIONS35Software DriversNDIS Drivers: Windows 98 SEWindows MeWindows 2000Windows XP

SPECIFICATIONS36

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CompliancesiiIndustry Canada - Class BThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as se

iii• Immunity to conducted disturbances, Induced by radio-frequency fields: EN 61000-4-6:1996 (0.15 - 80 MHz with 1 kHz AM 80% Modulation: 3 V/m)• Pow

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vTABLE OF CONTENTSEZ Connect™g 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . . . . . . . . . . .

TABLE OF CONTENTSviTroubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Adapter Installation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .