Smc-networks SMC EZ Connect g SMCWPCI-G Manual de usuario

TABLE OF CONTENTSviTroubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Adapter Installation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1EZ CONNECT™G 54MBPSWIRELESS PCI ADAPTERSMC’s EZ Connect™g 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter (SMCWPCI-G) is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter for desktop P

APPLICATIONS2• Easy installation• Working range up to 160 m (528 ft) at 54 Mbps, or up to 350 m (1,155 ft) at 1 Mbps for indoor communications• Direct

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS3• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak timeTrade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need to set up for a short

PACKAGE CHECKLIST4Package ChecklistThe EZ Connect™g 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter package includes:• 1 EZ Connect™g 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter• 1 EZ In

5HARDWARE DESCRIPTIONThe Wireless PCI Adapter supports up to 54 Mbps connections. This card is fully compliant with the specifications defined in IEEE

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

8DRIVER AND UTILITYINSTALLATIONThe SMCWPCI-G EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD that comes with the package contains all the software drivers

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD92. Windows XP will automatically install the driver. 3. Then you will see the following message.

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD104. Once the adapter has been inserted into your PC, the Found New Hardware Wizard window will appears. 5. Select Yes, t

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD116. Choose the Install the software automatically option, and click Next.7. Click Continue Anyway to proceed with the in

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD12Note: Do not select STOP Installation, as this will cancel the installation process, and the drivers will not be instal

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD139. When the wizard has finished installing the driver, the following screen will appear. Select Yes, I want to restart

14UTILITY CONFIGURATIONUsing the SMCWPCI-G Utility ProgramOnce the installation is complete, the configuration utility can be accessed from the Start

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM15Wireless On/Off - Click this button to turn on/turn off the radio signal of the adapter. Help - Click this button

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM16Common TabNetwork Name (SSID) — This is the Service Set ID (SSID) for the wireless network to which you want to c

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM17Operating Mode — The adapter supports 802.11b and 802.11g mode. Check the type of network that you want to use fo

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM18WEP WEP implemented in the SMCWPCI-G is based on the RC4 encryption algorithm. The security keys provided to ensu

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM19WPA-PSK Encryption Type WPA is a stronger wireless security solution than WEP. It uses a combination of authentic

38 TeslaIrvine, CA 92618Phone: (949) 679-8000EZ Connect™ g Wireless PCI AdapterUser GuideThe easy way to make all your network connectionsMay 2005Pub

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM203. Do not use a key that is long and complex for your clients to type accurately, as you might forget it.4. A Hex

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM21Fragment Threshold - Sets the minimum packet size that can be transmitted from the adapter without being fragment

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM22Link InformationThe Link information screen displays information on the current wireless network to which you are

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM23establish an ad hoc network, make sure the Channel is set to the same radio channel as that used by the other wir

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM24IP InformationThe IP information screen displays TCP/IP information for the adapter. Now that you have configured

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM25Release – Click on this button to release the IP address.Renew – Click on this button to get a new IP address.Sit

USING THE SMCWPCI-G UTILITY PROGRAM26Secure - This shows security mechnism has been enabled. A key icon indicates the encryption function is enabled.S

27NETWORK CONFIGURATIONAND PLANNINGSMC’s EZ Connect Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated

NETWORK TOPOLOGIES28Infrastructure Wireless LANThe SMCWPCI-G also provides wireless workstations with access to a wired LAN. An integrated wired and w

SETTING THE COMMUNICATION DOMAIN29Setting the Communication DomainStationary Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communication domain for

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SETTING THE COMMUNICATION DOMAIN30Before setting up an ESS for roaming, you need to choose a clear radio channel and a suitable location for the acces

31TROUBLESHOOTINGCheck the following troubleshooting items before contacting SMC Technical Support.Adapter Installation ProblemsIf your computer canno

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS32Network Connection ProblemsIf the Link LED on the SMCWPCI-G does not light, or if you cannot access network resources fro

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS33SMCWPCI-G Maximum Distance TableImportant NoticeMaximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds. How

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS34 SMCWPCI-G Wireless PCI Card Maximum Distance TableEnvironmental ConditionSpeed and Distance Ranges54 Mbps48 Mbps36 Mbps2

35SPECIFICATIONSBelow is an outline of the technical specifications for the SMCWPCI-G.Functional CriteriaData Rate: Up to 54 Mbps Operating Range: Ind

SPECIFICATIONS36Physical CharacteristicsPower Consumption: TX: 480 mA Max, RX: 350 mA MaxDimensions: 120 x 62 mm (4.72 x 2.44 in)LED Indicator: Power

SPECIFICATIONS37Software DriversNDIS Drivers: Windows 98 SEWindows MeWindows 2000Windows XP

SPECIFICATIONS38

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

38 TeslaIrvine, CA 92618Phone: (949) 679-8000Model Number: SMCWPCI-GRevision number: E052005-R01FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, CALL:From U.S.A. and Canada (24

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

CompliancesiiiCountries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European CommunityThis device is intended to be operated in all countries of the E

CompliancesivFrench Par la présente SMC Networks déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres di

vTABLE OF CONTENTSEZ Connect™g WLAN PCI Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .