Smc-networks SMCWPCIT-G Manual do Utilizador

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

1EZ CONNECT™G 108MBPSWIRELESS PCI ADAPTERSMC’s EZ Connect™g 108Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter (SMCWPCIT-G) is a wireless network adapter for desktop PCs th

APPLICATIONS2• 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 Sequence Spread-Sp

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 108Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter package includes:• 1 EZ Connect™g 108Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter• 1 EZ

5HARDWARE DESCRIPTIONThe Wireless PCI Adapter supports up to 108 Mbps connections. This card is fully compliant with the specifications defined in IEE

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 SMCWPCIT-G EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD that comes with the package contains all the software driver

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 SMCWPCIT-G Utility ProgramOnce the installation is complete, the configuration utility can be accessed from the Start

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

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

USING THE SMCWPCIT-G UTILITY PROGRAM17Operating Mode — The adapter supports 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11g turbo mode. Check the type of network that yo

USING THE SMCWPCIT-G UTILITY PROGRAM18Turn on the security function, and set detail parameters for your adapter. To prevent unauthorized access, this

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

38 TeslaIrvine, CA 92618Phone: (949) 679-8000EZ Connect™ g 108Mbps Wireless PCI AdapterUser GuideThe easy way to make all your network connectionsMay

USING THE SMCWPCIT-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 He

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 SMCWPCIT-G does not light, or if you cannot access network resources fr

NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS33SMCWPCIT-G Maximum Distance TableImportant NoticeMaximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds. Ho

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

35SPECIFICATIONSBelow is an outline of the technical specifications for the SMCWPCIT-G.Functional CriteriaData Rate: Up to 108 Mbps with turbo modeOpe

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: SMCWPCIT-GRevision number: E052005-R01FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, CALL:From U.S.A. and Canada (2

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

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

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 108Mbps WLAN PCI . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .