SMC Networks SMCWCB-G User manual

38 Tesla

Irvine, CA 92618

Phone: (949) 679-8000

EZ Connect

g WLAN Cardbus

User Guide

From SMC’s EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions

March 2005

Revision #: R01, F1.0

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable.

However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents

or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by

implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to

change specifications at any time without notice.

SMC Networks, Inc.

38 Tesla

Irvine, CA 92618

Trademarks:

SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Connect is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other

product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective

holders.

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 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 or more of the following

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance 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 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 transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

CSA Statement (Canada)

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from

digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radio-électriques dépassant les

limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement

sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par l’Industrie.

Compliances

CE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety (EEC)

This information technology equipment complies with the requirements of the Council

Directive 89/336/EEC on the Approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to

Electromagnetic Compatibility and 73/23/EEC for electrical equipment used within certain

voltage limits and the Amendment Directive 93/68/EEC. For the evaluation of the

compliance with these Directives, the following standards were applied:

RFI

Emission:

• Limit class B according to EN 55022:1998

• Limit class B for harmonic current emission according to

EN 61000-3-2/1995

• Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage

supply system according to EN 61000-3-3/1995

Immunity: • Product family standard according to EN 55024:1998

• Electrostatic Discharge according to EN 61000-4-2:1995

(Contact Discharge: ±4 kV, Air Discharge: ±8 kV)

• Radio-frequency electromagnetic field according to

EN 61000-4-3:1996 (80 - 1000 MHz with 1 kHz AM 80%

Modulation: 3 V/m)

• Electrical fast transient/burst according to EN 61000-4-4:1995

(AC/DC power supply: ±1 kV, Data/Signal lines: ±0.5 kV)

• Surge immunity test according to EN 61000-4-5:1995

(AC/DC Line to Line: ±1 kV, AC/DC Line to Earth: ±2 kV)

• 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)

• Power frequency magnetic field immunity test according to

EN 61000-4-8:1993 (1 A/m at frequency 50 Hz)

• Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations

immunity test according to EN 61000-4-11:1994

(>95% Reduction @10 ms, 30% Reduction @500 ms, >95%

Reduction @5000 ms)

LVD: • EN 60950 (A1/1992; A2/1993; A3/1993; A4/1995; A11/1997)

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Contents

Compliances i

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement i

CSA Statement (Canada) i

CE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety (EEC) ii

Introduction 1

Features 1

Applications 2

System Requirements 2

Package Checklist 2

Hardware Description 3

LED Indicators 3

Hardware Installation 4

Driver and Utility Installation 5

Utility Configuration 9

Wireless Network Manager 9

Configuration 10

Link Information 13

IP Information 15

Site Survey 16

Version Information 17

Network Configuration and Planning 18

Network Topologies 18

Ad Hoc Wireless LAN 18

Infrastructure Wireless LAN 19

Setting the Communication Domain 20

Troubleshooting 21

Adapter Installation Problems 21

Network Connection Problems 21

Specifications 23

General Specifications 23

Data Rate and Transmission Power 25

Typical Receiver Sensitivity Range 25

Contents

EZ C

ONNECT

™

WLAN C

ARDBUS

Introduction

The WLAN Cardbus is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter that seamlessly integrates

with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such as mobile users or temporary

conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with

considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance

overhead for cabling.) Just install enough wireless access points to cover your network

area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks, and start networking.

Using this card in conjunction with a wireless access point, you can create an instant

network that integrates seamlessly with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving

or expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points – no

wires!

Features

•Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling

•Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs

•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

•Easy installation

•Direct Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust,

interference-resistant and secure wireless connection

•Complemetary Code Keying (CCK) ensures backward compatibility to the existing

IEEE 802.11b WLAN infrastructure

•Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) provides the speed required for

today’s high-bandwidth application

•Supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP

•Supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security

•Provides a user-friendly interface for configuration

•Extended range feature supported

EZ Connect™ g WLAN Cardbus

Applications

Offers a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client access to the network in

applications like these:

•Remote access to corporate network information

E-mail, 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

•Temporary LANs for special projects or peak times

Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need a temporary setup for a

short time period. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies that need additional

workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites

•Access to database for mobile workers

Doctors, nurses, retailers, office workers who need access to databases while being

mobile in the hospital, retail store or office campus

•SOHO users

SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a

small computer network

System Requirements

Before you install the WLAN Cardbus, check your system for the following:

•A laptop with a PCMCIA Type II or Type III slot

•Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP (Prepare the Windows OS CD for use during installation)

•A minimum of 1500 Kbytes of free disk space for installing the driver and utility program

•300 MHz processor or higher

•Other IEEE 802.11b/g-compliant devices installed in your area

Package Checklist

The WLAN Cardbus package includes:

•1 WLAN Cardbus

•1 driver/utility installation program, and documentation CD

•Quick Installation Guide

Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If

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.

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