Quetec SoftGate User manual
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QUETEC SoftGate Wireless
AP/Router solution
(PCMCIA/PCI/USB interface)
User’s Guide
~English version~
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Version Q3. 0 July2004
http://www.quetec.net
Copyright 2004. All Rights Reserved.
Document Version: Q3.0
All trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owner.
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repair, and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.
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Copyright@2004 by QUETEC Inc. All rights reserved.
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Trademarks of their respective holders.
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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 the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that 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 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: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's 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 NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2).
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
This device was tested for typical by stander conditions that may occur during
use. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements a minimum separation
distance of 1.5cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the
device, including the antenna.
Remark: Wireless USB Dongle is limited in Ch1~Ch11 by specified fireware controled in
U.S.A.
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Chapter 1
QUETEC SoftGate
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the SoftGate AP/Router's features and
specifications.
Thank you for purchasing the QUETEC SoftGate wireless solution adapter. QUETEC
SoftGate is the first AP less series family product to turn the existing computers into
a wireless AP. It includes four features (4- in-1): Router, AP, Bridge, and WLAN
Client. Users can share PC resources such as files, internet connection, video
streaming and multimedia title, instantly without the requirement of preinstall or
pre-configure wireless base station. SoftGate is the first technology that truly
removes the limitation from wireless base station.
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1.1 QUETEC SoftGate Features
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z4 in 1 Device—Integrates Router, AP, Bridge, and Client into your PC/Laptop.
zEasy Installation & Expansion—Simple, affordable and flexible solution break
through your wireless limitation.
zComplete Mobility—Small size, portable wireless base station.
zSecurity—64-bit or 128 bit encryption.
zIntelligent device—Auto-detect and configure for client or infrastructure AP.
1.2 QUETEC SoftGate Specifications
Standard IEEE802.11b
Adapter Type PCMCIA, PCI, MiniPCI, USB
Multi Mode Router, AP, Bridge, and Client
Modulation Technology DSSS
Data Encryption 64/128bit WEP encryption; TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
Frequency Band
2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz (Japan)
2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe)
2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz (Spain)
2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz (France)
Channels 11 (US, Canada), 13 (Europe), 14 (Japan), 2 (Spain), 4 (France)
Date Rates & Modulation 11Mbps: CCK
5.5Mbps: CCK
2Mbps: DQPSK
1Mbps:DBSK
Media Access Protocol CSMA/CA (Carrier sense multiple access with collision avoidance)
Supported OS Windows ME, 2000, XP
LED Indicators Power, Link, Activity
Receive Sensitivity 11Mbps@-84dBm
5.5Mbps@-86dBm
2Mbps@-91dBm
1Mbps@-93dBm
Transmit Output Power Up to 17dBm
Operational Voltage 3.3/5V
Temperature Operating : -0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
Storage : -5°C to 70°C (23°F to 158°F)
Humidity Operating: 0% to 90% Non-Condensing
Storage: 0% to 90% Non-Condensing
Certifications FCC, CE, SAR
Warranty One year
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1.3 QUETEC SoftGate Interface description
The QUETEC SoftGate AP/Router solution provides several kinds of interface:
zPCMCIA: for PC card type II
zPCI: for 32 bit PCI 2.2
zUSB: for USB 1.0 (2.0)
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Chapter 2 Installation Overview
2.1 QUETEC SoftGate Setup on Laptop/Desktop PC
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You should estimate around several minutes to complete the installation.
Before you begin the installation process, make sure you have the proper SoftGate
Wi-Fi adapter and installation CD and that the Laptop/Desktop PC which you are
installing onto has a proper open slot.
2.2 QUETEC SoftGate Requirements
The machine installing SoftGate needs to have supported OS running.
Make sure a proper internet connection is available on the installation machine by using
the Microsoft Internet Explorer.
If you have another active Wi-Fi card, disable it before installing SoftGate by going to
Start Menu: Control Panel: System: Hardware Tab: Device Manager: Network adapters,
select Wi-Fi adapter you are running, right mouse click, disable the device.
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2.3 QUETEC SoftGate Quick Installation
Once you are ready to install, follow these steps:
STEP 1.
For PCMCIA and USB: Insert QUETEC SoftGate Software CD into your computer first,
and the autorun program will launch the setup wizard, then choice the adapter icon to run the
setup program.
For PCI only: Insert the PCI adapter into your PC slot first, and then restart your PC. When
the system launch the new device wizard, please cancel it and insert SoftGate Software CD
into your computer, the autorun program will launch the setup wizard, and choice the adapter
icon to run the setup program
STEP 2.
It will execute and configure all your need automatic. Please follow the direction of setup
wizard to insert the adapter into the suitable slot, when it told you to do so.
STEP 3.
Continue to follow the installation wizard to setup SoftGate driver and program. Then
SoftGate will turn your Laptop/Desktop PC to wireless Access Point.
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Chapter 3 What’s in the Box
3.1 Package content
The following items should be included
•1 QUETEC SoftGate Wi-Fi adapter (PCMCIA/PCI/USB)
•1 Installation Autorun CD: contents in the CD include
oSETUP.EXE: QUETEC SoftGate installer
oUserguide: User’s Guide
•1 piece of Quick installation guide card
•1 USB cable (for USB package only)
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Chapter 4 Check Your System
Please make sure again that the computer you are installing the QUETEC SoftGate
meets as following minimum system requirements:
•Computer with CPU PII 366MHz or better
•128MB RAM or better
•Windows ME, 2000, XP
•An open slot based on the adapter in the package
•CDROM drive
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