WPCI-G - Wireless Network Card SMC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WPCI-G SMC

EZ Connect" g Wireless PCI Adapter User Guide The easy way to make all your network connections SMC Networks 88 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 May 2005 Phone: (949) 679-8000 Pub No: R01

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Compliances Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the 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 FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. This device 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. IMPORTANT STATEMENT FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 in) between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. IEEE 802.11b or 802.1 1g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.

Compliances Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus;" ICES-008 of Industry Canada. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matérial brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques; NMB-003 édictée par l'Industrie. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause interference and

2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the EIRP is not more than required for successful communication. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. EC Conformance Declaration Ç€@ SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata Il, Calle Fructuôs Gelabert 6-8, 20, 4a, 08970 - Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain. Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: EN 300 328-1 December 2001 V1.3.1 EN 300 328-2 December 2001 V1.2.1 EN 301 489-1 September 2001 V1.4.1 EN 301 489-17 September 2000 V1.2.1 EN 60950 January 2000

Compliances Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European Community This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries as described below: Note: The user must use the configuration utility provided with this product to ensure the channels of operation are in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries as described below. This device requires that the user or installer properly enter the current country of operation in the command line interface as described in the user guide, before operating this device. This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined by the current country of operation. Incorrectly entering the country of operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful interference to other system. The user is obligated to ensure the device is operating according to the channel limitations, indoot/outdoor restrictions and license requirements for each European Community country as described in this document. This device may be operated indoors or outdoorsin all countries of the European Community using the 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1 - 13, except where noted below. -_ In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors. -_In Belgium outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.46 - 2.4835 GHz band: Channel 13. -_ In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.457 - 2.472 GHz band: Channels 10 - 13. Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community English Hereby, SMC Networks, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Finnish Valmistaja SMC Networks vakuuttaa tâten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/S/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktilvin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Dutch Hierbij verklaart SMC Networks dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiêle eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlin 1999/S/EG: Bij deze SMC Networks dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtliin 1999/5/EC.

SMC's EZ Connect'"g 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter (SMCWPCI-G) is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter for desktop PCs that seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet networks. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANSs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to cover your network area, plug wireless cards into your desktop computers, and start networking. Using this card in conjunction with SMCWEB-G wireless access points, you can create an instant network that integrates seamlessly with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. Moving or expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points — no wires! Features + Upto 54 Mbps data rate + Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling + Greater flexibility to locate or move networked computers +__Integrates with or replaces wired LANs at dramatically lower cost than wired alternatives + Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet LANs augments existing networks quickly and easily

APPLICATIONS 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 Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust, interference-resistant and secure wireless connection Supports a wide range of systems (Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP) Plug-and-Play Provides a user-friendly interface for configuration Enhances your network security with WEP data encryption Removable antenna Applications EZ Connect g wireless products offer fast and reliable network access for wireless clients in applications such as: Remote access to corporate network information Email, file transfer, and terminal emulation Difficult-to-wire environments Historic or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers, and banks who frequently rearrange the workplace and change location

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Temporary LANSs for special projects or peak time Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need to set up for a short time period. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies who need additional workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites Access to databases for mobile workers Doctors, nurses, retailers, office workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, office, campus etc. SOHO users SOHO (Small Office Home Office) users who need quick and easy installation of a small computer network System Requirements Before you install the Wireless PCI Adapter, check your system for the following requirements: A computer with a bus-mastered PCI slot, and PCI card and socket services compliant with revision 2.2 of the PCI specification Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP (have the Windows OS installation CD ready for use during driver installation) A minimum of 6 Mbytes of free disk space for installing the driver and utility program Another IEEE 802.11b/g compliant device installed in your network, such as the SMCWEB-G Wireless Access Point, or another computer with a wireless adapter

PACKAGE CHECKLIST Package Checklist The EZ ConnectTMg 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter package includes: + 1 EZ Connect""g 54Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter + __1 EZinstallation Wizard and Documentation CD + 1 External Antenna +1 Quick Installation Guide Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at SMC's web site at www.smc.com Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. |f possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product if there is a need to return it for repair.

HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The Wireless PCI Adapter supports up to 54 Mbps connections. This card is fully compliant with the specifications defined in IEEE 802.11g standard. lt is designed to complement PCI Local Bus computers and supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP. (een m1 J ï

LED Indicators The Wireless PCI Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as described in the following table. LED Status Description Power/ | On Indicates a valid connection with an access Link point. Flashing | Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is operating in the ad hoc mode. Activity | Flashing | Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is browsing active access points.

+ __ This network adapter requires a PC and BIOS that supports the PCI Local Bus Specification v2.2 or later. lf you are installing in an older computer model, upgrade the BIOS to the latest version. + Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, avoid touching its electrical components and always touch the metal chassis of your computer before handling the card.

1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove

the computer’s cover.

3. Detach the antenna from the Wireless PCI Adapter before

inserting the card into a PCI slot.

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4. Insert the network card into the slot so that it is firmly seated.

Screw the card's bracket securely into the computers chassis. Note: Be careful that it does not touch any conducting parts on the computer motherboard.

5. Attach the antenna to the Wireless PCI Adapter.

6. Replace the chassis cover on your computer and power it on.

7. The Wireless PCI Adapter should be automatically configured

by the host computer's BIOS. However, if you have an older computer, you may have to manually configure the computer's BIOS settings.

8. The installation CD contains all drivers for this card. Please

read the RELEASE.TXT file on the disk for a list of all drivers. A text file is included with each driver to detail the proper installation procedure.

9. Install the Utility program for your Wireless PCI Adapter. The

SETUP.EXE file of the utility program can be found on the CD.

10. Any new or updated drivers can be downloaded from SMC's

web site (see the back cover of this guide).

INSTALLATION The SMCWPCI-G EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD that comes with the package contains all the software drivers. Any new or updated software can be downloaded from SMC's web site at: http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_support_tools Using the Installation Wizard

1. Insert the EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD into

your CD-ROM drive. The program will auto-run. Click the Install Driver/Utility option on the wizard. The EZ Installation Wizard will start installing files into your system.

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3. Then you will see the following message.

4. Once the adapter has been inserted into your PC, the Found

New Hardware Wizard window will appears. Found New Hardware Wizard ‘Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard ‘Windows wi search for cuent and updated sotnere by looking on your on the hard installation CD, or on the Windows Update Web site {th your permission) Headour privacy pole Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software? O Yes, this me ondy O Yes, now and every time connect a device O No. not this time Cick Next to connue.

5. Select Yes, this time only and click Next.

click Next. Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for Ethemet Controller *)_ 1 your hardware came with an installation CD S@ or floppy disk, insert it now. ‘What do you want the wizard to 407? @ instal ie software automaticall (Recommended) Q instal from a fist or specific location (advanced) Cick Next to connue.

7. Click Continue Anyway to proceed with the installation.

Hardware Installation PIN The sltmare pou ane instal or is are: SMCWPCI-G 54Mbps Wireless PCI adapter has not passed Windows Logo testing to venfy its compatibilty with Windows XP. (Tel. me why this testing is important.) Continuing your installation of this software may i or destabilize the correct operation of your system passed Windows Logo testing.

USING THE INSTALLATION WizARD Note: Do not select STOP Installation, as this will cancel the installation process, and the drivers will not be installed properly.

8. Click Finish to exit the wizard.

Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has fiished instaling the software for: sg SMOWPCIG 54Mbps Wireless PCI adapter Cick Fish to close Ihe wizard

9. When the wizard has finished installing the driver, the

following screen will appear. Select Yes, | want to restart my computer now. Click Finish and your PC will restart. InstallShield Wizard InstalShield Wizard Complete The InstalShield Wizard has successlulyinstaled SMCWPCIG 54Mbps Wireless PCI adapter. Belore you can {use the program, pou must esta your computer. Yes, | want Lo restat my computer now. € No: 1 vd restatt my computer lter. Remove any dicks from theï dives, and then lck Finish to complete setup. Cancel The driver and utility installation is completed. Your adapter is now ready for use.

Once the installation is complete, the configuration utility can be accessed from the Start menu, or you can access it through the quick launch icon on the desktop. When the utility program is running, there will be a quick launch icon in the lower right-hand corner of the task bar. If the icon is GREEN, you have a good connection. If it shows RED, try to turn the antenna in a different direction, or move closer to the access point on your network. If the icon is still RED, then follow the procedures described below, and verify that the SSID and radio channel are configured to match the settings on the access point to which you want to connect. Double-clicking the quick launch icon will open the Wireless PCI Adapter Utility, providing quick access to the adapter settings. The configuration utility includes the following tabs: Configuration — Allows you to set parameters for the adapter. Link information- Shows the connection status. IP information- Displays TCP/IP data. Site Survey- Scans/Shows all wireless devices within the adapter's signal range. Version information-— Shows the driver and utility version information.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Uriury PROGRAM Wireless On/Off - Click this button to turn on/turn off the radio signal of the adapter. Help - Click this button to view the help file. Close - Click this button to exit the utility. Configuration When you start the Wireless PCI Adapter utility, the information window for the SMCWPCI-G is shown as in the figure below. Select Profile — To specify a profile for a specific configuration of parameters. New — Click this button to create a new profile. Save — Click this button to save a profile after configuring the settings. Delete — Select the profile from the drop-down menu, and click this button to delete the profile. Auto Profile On/Off — Click this button to turn on/off the Auto Profile feature. Active Profile — The profile settings that you are using for the current connection.

Common Tab SMOWPCIG S4Mbps Wieless PCI adapter #4 Configuration | Link Information | 1P Information | Site Survey | Version Information | Select Proñe [DEFAULT 7] Ÿ New| Saw || Dur | || Common | Securty | Advanced | Netaoik Name (SSID) [SWC g Network Type: |) @ Inrastuctre + Operating Mode Fer Transit Fate: [auto oO Fret Power Save [Disbled €) auto Proñle DH | Active Profle W_Avriy Change @ wireless on © Hep | Ciose Network Name (SSID) — This is the Service Set ID (SSID) for the wireless network to which you want to connect. Network Type — Set the station operation mode to ad hoc for network configurations that do not have an access point, or to Infrastructure for configurations with an access point. Transmit Rate — Set the transmit rate you want from the pull-down menu. Click Apply Changes after you have made your selection. Lower settings may improve throughput in environments hostile to radio transmission. Power Save — Enable or disable the power saving feature.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Urniiry PROGRAM Operating Mode — The adapter supports 802.11b and 802.11g mode. Check the type of network that you want to use for your wireless connection. Security Tab EZ Connect! SMCWPCIS SiMbps ici: POI sde Se Configuration | Link Information | 1P Information | She Survey | Version Information | Select Profile. [DEFAULT =] fNwf[ se ][ vo |] Common Secuïy | Advanced | TE senon Sublime =] co PS COS Ref Defsutkey [KT] Kay3 [1 Usepassphase Key | F © AuoProñte ait | Acte Proïle Apob Change @ wireless on © Hep | _ Close Go to the security tab to set the security features for your adapter. : Click on this security button to turn on/turn off “27 Secury OFF | the security function. Turn on the security function, and set detail parameters for your adapter. To prevent unauthorized access, this adapter supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).

WEP WEP implemented in the SMCWPCI-G is based on the RC4 encryption algorithm. The security keys provided to ensure data confidentiality are four 10-bit keys for the 64-bit WEP setting and one 26-bit key for the 128-bit WEP setting. WEP security protects your wireless LAN against eavesdropping and unauthorized access by intruders. Security Type — WEP is supported by the adapter to prevent unauthorized access. Key Type — Choose the Key Type (ASCII or Hex) from the drop-down list. ASCII: 13 regular text characters. Hex: 26 digits (0-9, A-F) hexadecimal characters. Authentication Mode — Choose Open or Shared. Default Key — Choose the Key Number that has the encryption string you prefer. If you are using a key generated from a passphrase, you must use the same passphrase and key on each station. Use Passphrase — Check this box to auto-generate security keys for WEP encryption. Please note that you must use the same passphrase on all the stations in your network.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Urniiry PROGRAM WPA-PSK Encryption Type SMCWPCIG S4Mbps Wireless FCI adapter Configuration | Link Information | 1P Information | She Survey | Version Information | Select Profle |DEFAULT | LP New JL oc ] | Conmon Seeut Advanced]

É SecuiyON Secuity Type |] Pre-Shared Key (PSK) The PSK Passphrase needs Lo be wihin 8-63 characters D KeyType [asc +] ©) auto Prof ont | Active Protle [499 Change @ wireless on © Hep | Ciose WPA is a stronger wireless security solution than WEP. lt uses a combination of authentication and broadcast/session keys. Pre-Shared Key (PSK) — If there is no authentication server on your SOHO network, you can issue the Pre-Shared Passphrase to the WLAN Cardbus. Please note that you must use the same passphrase on all the stations in your network. Key Type — Choose the Key Type (ASCII or Hex) from the drop-down list. Notes: 1. Manual Pre-Shared Key supports up to 64-Hex characters.

2. Type 8 - 63 Hex characters for the Pre-Shared

3. Do not use a key that is long and complex for your

clients to type accurately, as you might forget it.

4. À Hex (hexadecimal) digit is a number or letter in the

range 0-9 or A-F. Advanced 54Mbps Wireles SMOVFCIS SiMbps Wien PCT adapter Configualion | Lik Infomañon | 1PInfomañon| Ste Suvey| VesonInfomatn | Select Profile. [DEFAULT 7 Len we ][ ver | | Common] Securty Advanced | ATS Threshold Preamble Type Transmit Power C re 0 -æ Fragment Threshold 246 [Short où Lœ RE) Se CES ——— RTS Threshold - This sets the packet size threshold at which a Request to Send (RTS) signal must be sent to the receiving station prior to the sending station starting communications. Devices contending for the wireless medium may not be aware of each other. The RTS mechanism can solve this problem. The larger the threshold, the faster the speed.

UsiNG THE SMCWPCI-G Uriry PROGRAM Fragment Threshold - Sets the minimum packet size that can be transmitted from the adapter without being fragmented. Fragmenitation can increase the reliability of transmissions because it increases the probability of a successful transmission due to smaller frame size. The larger the threshold, the faster the speed. Preamble Type - The preamble is used to acquire the incoming signal and synchronize the receiver. If all the clients in your service area support the short preamble or can automatically set the preamble type, then setting the preamble on the access point to short can boost your throughput. (Options: Short & Long, Long only, Short only; Default: Short & Long) Transmit Power - Move the slider bar up and down to select an appropriate transmission power. Lower power reduces interference, higher power gives more range.

The Link information screen displays information on the current wireless network to which you are connected. r Monitor, SMCWPCIE S4Mbpe Wicless PCI adapter Configuration Lirk Information | IP Infomnaïion | Sie Survey | Version Information | Netnok Name SMC De 1 ) Base Station Name À oO re (OOSE2E21ODC ee Channel [11 Current Connection Speed | Mbps Status Associated Curent Rx Rate 54 Mbps Eneypton_Oif Monet Receive Fragments 592 Gperating Mode (802119 HE Tran Fragments [1406 SoraStergh “Encstnt (00%): DS Li Gusty | Ecole (6 @ Videsson © no | ce Network Name - This is the Service Set ID (SSID) for the wireless network to which you want to connect. Base Station Name ID - The MAC address of the access point to which the card is connected in an infrastructure network. In an ad hoc network, this ID is a random number generated by the first station that communicates with other stations in the network. The BSS ID of the other stations will then be set to the same value. Channel - This is the radio channel through which the access point communicates to stations within the same network. A Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PCs and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. To

UsiNG THE SMCWPCI-G Uriry PROGRAM establish an ad hoc network, make sure the Channel is set to the same radio channel as that used by the other wireless clients in your group. However, if you are connecting to a network via an access point, the adapter will automatically use the same channel as that used by the access point. The available channel settings are limited by local regulations that determine the number of available channels. Current Connection Speed - Shows the speed of the current wireless connection. Current Rx Rate - This is the transmission rate of the current connection. Encryption - This shows the encryption type of your wireless network. Operating Mode - This adapter supports 802.11b and 802.11g mode. Status - This is the station status. Throughput - Shows the total number of data packets transmitted and received. Signal Strength - Shows the relative strength of the wireless connection. Link Quality - Shows the link quality of the wireless connection.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Uniiry ProGRAM IP Information The IP information screen displays TCP/IP information for the adapter. SMCWPCI-G 54Mbps Networks SHOWFCIS SiMbps Wien POT adapter Congo | Li Iormaion_ IP Ifomaëon | Ste Survey] Versoninfomaton | 1P Address Cent 10.1.20.43 IP Netmask Client (2552552520 Gatenay: 101.20254 Host Name Client. !Ps-testmachine Release Renew @ wireless on © Hep | Ciose Now that you have configured your wireless adapter to connect to the wireless network, your adapter needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP settings and renewing them with settings from the access point, you will also verify that the adapter is configured correcily. IP Address Client — Internet address of your computer. IP Netmask Client — À mask used to determine what subnet an IP address belongs to. Gateway — The IP address of the network gateway. Host Name Client — The computer's name on the network.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Urniiry PROGRAM Release — Click on this button to release the IP address. Renew — Click on this button to get a new IP address. Site Survey The Site Survey screen scans and displays available wireless devices within range. Choose one of them to connect to by double-clicking on an entry. SMOVWPCIG S4Mbps Wieless PCI adapter E Configuration | Lirk Information | 1P Information Sie Survey | Version Information | SG Scan [Netwoik ype | Netwotk name] Mode] Secure [ Signal | Channel] MAC adére: © % 10 OU0E27F.

SMC_WPA access Us SMC 11 OOOE2E2 «I [2] @ wireless on © Hep | Ciose Network Type - Shows the network type. See “Configuration” on page 15. Network name - Service Set ID (SSID) on the network. See “Configuration” on page 15. Mode - Shows the wireless connection mode, whether it's 802.11b or 802.11g.

UsinG THE SMCWPCI-G Uniiry ProGRAM Secure - This shows security mechnism has been enabled. À key icon indicates the encryption function is enabled. Signal - This shows the signal strength of the listed wireless devices. Channel - This is the channel used for the wireless connection. MAC address - This is the MAC address of the listed wireless devices. Version Information The following screen shows the current version information of the driver and configuration utility.

NETWORK CONFIGURATION AND PLANNING SMC's EZ Connect Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated configuration with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. The SMCWPCI-G can be configured as: + Ad hoc - for small groups that only communicate with each other + Infrastructure - for mixed wired/wireless LANs Network Topologies Ad Hoc Wireless LAN An ad hoc wireless LAN consists of a group of Ad Hoc Wireless LAN computers, each equipped \? with a wireless adapter, : Notebook with connected via radio © 2) Wireless USB Adapter signals as an independent \e wireless LAN. Computers (« KL in a specific ad hoc & wireless LAN must be à TR configured to the same radio channel. An ad hoc wireless LAN can be used in a SOHO or temporary environment. PC with Wireless PCI Adapter

The SMCWPCI-G also provides wireless workstations with access to a wired LAN. An integrated wired and wireless LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. À Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PC users and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. Each wireless PC in this BSS can talk to any computer in its wireless group via a radio link, or access other computers or network resources in the wired LAN Infrastructure via the access point. The Infrastructure configuration not only extends the accessibility of wireless PCs to the wired LAN, but also extends the effective wireless transmission range for wireless PCs by passing their signal through one or more access points. A wireless Infrastructure can be used for access to a central database, or for connection between mobile workers, as shown in the following figure. Wired LAN Extension {Te 1 to Wireless Adapters ss Z File De, Sener À \s Desktop PC DR Switch . Notebook ith Wireless USB/PC Card Adapter Access Point

SETTING THE COMMUNICATION DomaIN Setting the Communication Domain Stationary Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communication domain for each access point. For wireless PCs that do not need to support roaming, set the Service Set Identifier (SSID) for the wireless card to the SSID of the access point to which you want to connect. Check with your network administrator for the SSID. Roaming Wireless PCs A wireless Infrastructure can also support roaming for mobile workers. More than one access point can be configured to create an Extended Service Set (ESS). By placing the access points so that a continuous coverage area is created, wireless users within this ESS can roam freely. AIl wireless adapters and access points Within a specific ESS must be configured with the same SSID and to the same radio channel. PC with Wireless © PCI Adapter PC with Wireless PCI Adapter

Before setting up an ESS for roaming, you need to choose a clear radio channel and a suitable location for the access points to maximize performance. (Refer to “Troubleshooting” on the following page for detailed information.)

TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following troubleshooting items before contacting SMC Technical Support. Adapter Installation Problems If your computer cannot find the Wireless PCI Adapter, or the network driver does not install correcily, check the following: + Make sure the adapter is securely seated in the PCI slot. Check for any hardware problems, such as physical damage to the card’s connector. + Trythe card in another PCI slot. If this also fails, test your computer with another PCI adapter that is known to operate correctly. + Make sure your computer is using the latest BIOS. + lfthere are other network adapters in the computer, they may be causing conflicts. Remove other adapters from the computer and test the wireless adapter separately. + Check for a defective computer or PC connection by trying the adapter in another computer that is known to operate correctly.

If the Link LED on the SMCWPCI-G does not light, or if you cannot access network resources from the computer, check the following: Make sure the correct software driver is installed for your operating system. If necessary, try reinstalling the driver. Make sure the computer and other network devices are receiving power. The access point you want to attach to may be defective. Try using another access point. If you cannot access a Windows service on the network, check that you have enabled and configured the service correctly. If you cannot connect to a particular server, be sure that you have access rights and a valid ID and password. If you cannot access the Internet, be sure you have configured your system for TCP/IP. If your wireless station cannot communicate with a computer in the Ethernet LAN when configured for Infrastructure mode, check the following: Make sure the access point that the station is associated with is powered on. If you still cannot connect, change the access point and all the stations within the BSS to another radio channel. Make sure the SSID is the same as that used by the BSS configured on the access point, or the same as that used by the access points in the extended service set (ESS).

NETwoRk CONNECTION PROBLEMS SMCWPCI-G Maximum Distance Table Important Notice Maximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds. However, there are many variables such as barrier composition and construction, as well as local environmental interference that may impact your actual distances and cause you to experience distance thresholds far lower than those posted below. If you have any questions or comments regarding the features or performance of this product, or if you would like information regarding our full line of wireless products, visit us at www.smc.com, or call us toll-free at 800.SMC.4YOU. SMC Networks stands behind every product sold with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a limited-lifetime warranty. SMCWPCI-G Wireless PCI Card Maximum Distance Table Environmental Speed and Distance Ranges Condition 11Mbps | 5.5 Mbps | 2 Mbps | 1 Mbps Outdoors: 160 m 195 m 255m |350m A line-of-sight environment |(528ft) |(640ft) |(837ft) | (1155 ft) with no interference or obstruction between the access point and users. Indoors: 72m 73m 73m 75m A typical office or home (236ft) |(240ft) |(240ft) | (246ft) environment with floor to ceiling obstructions between the access point and users.

NETwoRk CONNECTION PROBLEMS SMCWPCI-G Wireless PCI Card Maximum Distance Table Environmental Condition Speed and Distance Ranges home environment with floor to ceiling obstructions between the access point and users. 54 48 36 24 18 12 6-9 Mbps |Mbps |Mbps |Mbps |Mbps | Mbps |Mbps Outdoors: 60m |90m |150 190 220 |270 |350 A line-of-sight qo7tt |(2951t) | (49211) | (62310) | (72210) | (886 ft) | (1155 tt) environment with no interference or obstruction between the access point and users. Indoors: 40 50 60 65 70 110 180 A typical office or |(131 ft) | (164 #t) | (197 #1) | (213 ft) | (230 #t) | (861 ft) | (591 ft)

SPECIFICATIONS Below is an outline of the technical specifications for the SMCWPCI-G. Functional Criteria Data Rate: Operating Range: Radio Signal Modulation: Operating Frequency: Operating Channel: Sensitivity: Output Power: Up to 54 Mbps Indoor: up to 18 m (60 ft) at 54 Mbps up to 80 m (262 ft) at 1 Mbps Outdoor: up to 100 m (328 ft) at 54 Mbps up to 560 m (1837 ft) at 1Mbps Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Complementary Code Keying (CCK) USA (FCC): 2412-2462 MHz Canada (IC): 2412-2462 MHz Europe (ETSI) 2412-2472 MHz France: 2457-2472 MHz Japan: 2412-2484 MHz USA, Canada: 11 channels ETSI: 13 channels France (indoor): 13 channels Japan: 14 channels -80 dBm (typical) >+11 dBm (without antenna)

Physical Characteristics Power Consumption: TX: 480 mA Max, RX: 3850 mA Max Dimensions: 120 x 62 mm (4.72 x 2.44 in) LED Indicator: Power/Link, Activity Host Interface: PCI Spec v. 2.2 Antenna Antenna type: External detachable Frequency Band: 2.4-2.5 GHz Impedance: 50 Ohms Nominal Gain: 2.0 dBi Peak Radiation: Omni directional Polarization: Vertical VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio): <= 2.0 Connector: Reverse SMA (SubMiniature version A) Temperature Operating: -20 to 65 °C (-4 to 149 °F) Storage: -30 to 75 °C (-22 to 167 °F) Standards Conformance Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g Media Access Protocol: CSMA/CA with ACK Environmental Temperature: Operating: 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) Storage: 0 to 70 °C (32 to 158 °F) Humidity: 5 to 90% (non-condensing) Vibration/Shock/Drop: IEC 68-2-34, IEC 68-2-27, IEC68-2-32 Certification General Safety: R&TTE Directive 1999/5 EC EN 60950 (6.2000) 99/519/EC EN 50360