Asus SpaceLink WL230 User manual

SpaceLink™ B&W PCI Card
WL-230
User’s Manual
®

2ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card
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Product Name: SpaceLink B&W PCI Card (WL-230)
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Release Date: March 2003

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4ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................. 7
Overview .............................................................................................. 7
The SpaceLink™ Family ...................................................................... 8
System Requirements ........................................................................ 10
The Product Package......................................................................... 10
ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card Layout ........................................... 11
LED Definitions ............................................................................ 11
ASUS SpaceLink B&W Specifications ......................................... 12
2. Installation ............................................................................. 13
2.1 Installing theASUS Bluetooth Software ...................................... 14
2.2 Installing theASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card........................... 16
2.3 Installing SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Drivers.................... 17
2.4 Verifying Drivers .......................................................................... 18
2.5 Installing SpaceLink Wireless Utilities ......................................... 19
3. Wireless LAN Reference....................................................... 20
Chapter Overview............................................................................... 20
Preliminary Information ................................................................ 21
3.1 Control Center (Utility).................................................................. 22
3.1.1 Taskbar Right-Click Menu.................................................. 24
3.1.2 Taskbar Left-Click Menu .................................................... 24
3.2 Wireless Settings (Utility) ............................................................. 25
3.2.1 Status - Status Tab ............................................................ 25
3.2.2 Save as Profile .................................................................. 26
3.2.3 Status - Connection Tab .................................................... 28
3.2.4 Frame Statistics................................................................. 29
3.2.5 Status - IP Config Tab........................................................ 30
3.2.6 Config - Basic Tab ............................................................. 31
3.2.7 Config - Encryption Tab ..................................................... 34
3.2.8 Config - Advanced Tab ...................................................... 37
3.2.9 Survey - Site Survey Tab ................................................... 39
3.2.10About ................................................................................. 40
3.2.11 Link Status......................................................................... 41
3.2.12Exit Wireless Settings........................................................ 41

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3.3 Activate Configuration .................................................................. 42
3.4 Mobile Manager (Utility) ............................................................... 43
3.4.1 Main Window ..................................................................... 44
3.4.2 View Menu ......................................................................... 46
3.4.3 Help Menu ......................................................................... 46
3.4.3 Using New Configuration Wizard....................................... 47
3.4.4 Using Edit Configuration.................................................... 50
3.5 Site Monitor .................................................................................. 59
3.5.1 Starting Site Monitor .......................................................... 59
3.5.2 Main Screen ...................................................................... 59
3.5.3 Monitor............................................................................... 60
3.6 Windows XP Wireless Properties................................................. 61
4. Bluetooth Reference ............................................................. 63
4.1 Introduction to Bluetooth .............................................................. 63
4.2 Using the Bluetooth Software....................................................... 64
4.2.1 Bluetooth Connection Wizard ............................................ 66
4.2.2 Explore .............................................................................. 68
4.2.3 Setup ................................................................................. 69
4.2.4 Security.............................................................................. 69
4.2.5 Configuration ..................................................................... 70
4.2.6 Services............................................................................. 72
4.2.7 Serial Port.......................................................................... 74
4.2.8 Dial-Up Networking............................................................ 76
4.2.9 Fax..................................................................................... 77
4.2.10Inbox.................................................................................. 78
4.2.11 Network Access ................................................................. 79
4.2.12 File Transfer ..................................................................... 80
4.3 File Transfer Example (to Public Folder)...................................... 82
4.3.1 Bluetooth Cellular Phone................................................... 83
4.3.2 Dial-Up Networking with Bluetooth Cellular Phone ............ 84
5. Troubleshooting.................................................................... 85
Wireless LAN...................................................................................... 85
Bluetooth ............................................................................................ 87

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Chapter 1
6. Glossary................................................................................. 89
Wireless LAN-Related ........................................................................ 89
Bluetooth-Related............................................................................... 92
IEEE 802.11b (11Mbits/sec) ............................................................. 104
Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum (for 802.11b) ............................ 105
IEEE 802.11a (54Mbits/sec) ............................................................. 106
COFDM (for 802.11a) ....................................................................... 107
7. Safety Information .............................................................. 108
Federal Communications Commission Statement ........................... 108
Canadian Department of Communications ...................................... 109
Regulatory Information / Disclaimers ............................................... 109
Safety Information ............................................................................ 109
MPE Statement ................................................................................ 110
Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency Exposure............. 110
SAR Exposure.................................................................................. 110
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements .................................. 110

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
1. Introduction
Overview
Thankyoufor purchasingtheASUSSpaceLinkB&WPCICard.TheASUSSpaceLink
B&W PCI Card is a PCI compliant “wireless” network interface card (NIC) for any
computer equipped with a PCI slot.
ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card is designed to be fully compliant with both the
IEEE802.11b andIEEE802.11awirelesslocal area network(Wireless LAN)standards
aswellasBluetooth for interconnectingpersonaldevices.TheASUS SpaceLink B&W
PCI Card product provides high-speed, standards-based Wireless LAN solutions. The
ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card can auto-switch between 802.11b and 802.11a
networks, while maintaining Bluetooth connectivity.
Bluetooth
BluetoothcancommunicatewithawiderangeofBluetooth-enableddevicesfrommobile
phones, headsets, PDAs, printers, and other computers. Bluetooth can create virtual
connectionsforserial communication, networkaccess,filetransfer,and devicesharing.
802.11b
TheASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card supports data rates up to 11 Mbps (or up to 108
Mbps inASUS turbo mode), with automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps in 802.11b
networks.Itoperatesintheunlicensed2.4GHzfrequenciescalledtheInstrumentation,
Science, and Medical (ISM) band. Unlicensed means free of charge to users.
802.11a
TheASUSSpaceLinkB&WPCI Cardalsosupports dataratesup to54Mbps in802.11a
networks using 5 GHz frequencies and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
(OFDM) technology.
Wireless LAN Software
TheASUSSpaceLink B&WPCICardconfigurationutilityisa user-friendlyapplication
that helps you quickly setup multiple roaming nodes. You can even export the
configuration settings to a file and import them to other computers for fast multiple
installations. Wireless LANs are complementary extensions to existing wired LANs,
offeringcomplete mobility while maintaining continuous network connectivity to both
corporate and home Intranets.
Bluetooth Software
Integrated Widcomm software provides easy Bluetooth connections user-friendly
interface and complete with user profiles for quick saving and loading of settings.
ASUS SpaceLink products keep you connected anytime, anywhere!

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
The SpaceLink™ Family
The SpaceLink™ Wireless PCI Card is a member of a product family that
provides a complete wireless networking solution.
The above illustrations are not to scale.
The SpaceLink™
Cardbus Card (WL-
200)is adual band(IEEE
802.11a/b) wireless LAN
adapter that fits into a
NotebookPC’sPCMCIA
Type II slot with Cardbus
support.
LNK
AIR
The SpaceLink™
PC Card (WL-100)
is a IEEE 802.11b
wirelessLANadapter
that fits into a
PCMCIAType IIslot
in a Notebook PC.
The SpaceLink™
CF Card (WL-110)
is a IEEE 802.11b
wirelessLANadapter
that fits into a
Compact Flash Type
II slot in a Portable
Digital Assistant
(PDA).
The SpaceLink™
Access Point (WL-
300) creates a wireless
networkusingtheIEEE
802.11b wireless
standard.
The SpaceLink™ Home Gateway
(WL-500) creates a wireless network
using the IEEE 802.11b wireless
standard and allows sharing a single
Internet connection.
The SpaceLink™
B&W PCI Card
(WL-230) is a dual
band(IEEE 802.11a/b)
wireless PCI card that
supportsIEEE802.11a,
802.11b, and
Bluetooth.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
TheSpaceLink™Dual-BandHome
Gateway(WL-600)createsawireless
network using the IEEE 802.11b and
802.11awirelessstandardsand allows
sharing a single Internet connection.
The USB SpaceLink™ Client
(WL-140) is an IEEE 802.11b
wireless USB LAN adapter that
connects to any computer’s USB
port with the benefit of being able
to place the antenna anywhere in
order to maximize signal strength.

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Chapter 1
System Requirements
To begin using the SpaceLink™ Wireless B&W PCI Card, you must have
the following minimum requirements:
• Motherboard with an available PCI slot
• USB 2.0 header (10-1 pins) on motherboard or USB 2.0 PCI card
• Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE
• 32MB system memory or larger
• 300MHz processor or higher
The Product Package
When you receive the Wireless LAN package, it should contain the
following items:
• One SpaceLink™ Wireless B&W PCI Card with Antenna
• One SpaceLink™ Wireless B&W PCI Card User’s Manual
• One Support CD (tools and documentation)
• One short USB 2.0 cable (for card to motherboard use only)
• One 2-port USB bracket with cable (for individual package)
The SpaceLink Wireless B&W PCI Card comes in two packages –
bundledwithanASUS motherboard and individualpackagefor sepa-
rate sale.
If any of the above items are not included or damaged, contact your
local dealer for instructions.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card Layout
USB 2.0 Out (up to 2 ports)
USB 2.0 In
Wireless LAN Status
Wireless LAN Activity
Bluetooth Transmit
Bluetooth Receive
Antenna Port Standard PCI 2.2
Connector
LED Definitions
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Receive LED:
Blink - Receiving data packets
OFF - No data packets received
Bluetooth Transmit LED:
Blink - Transmitting data packets
OFF - No data packets transmitted
Wireless LAN (802.11a/b)
Activity LED Status LED Meaning
Fast Blink Fast Blink Associated or joined with network
Slow Blink Slow Blink Associated or joined with network, no activity
Alternating Alternating Searching for network connection
OFF Slow Blink Power save mode (Power-Up or Reset)
OFF OFF No power received

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Chapter 1
ASUS SpaceLink B&W Specifications
Industry Standards: Bluetooth, IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b
Host Interface: WLAN: PCI 2.2 compliant slot, Bluetooth: USB 2.0
Antenna: Integrated Bluetooth and dual-band wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Operating Freq: 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz
Data Rate: 1 Mbps
Range: Up to 10 meters
Architecture: Piconet, scatter net
IEEE802.11a
Operating Freq: 5.15GHz to 5.35GHz, 5.725GHz to 5.85GHz
Data Rate: 54, 48, 36, 24, 12, 9, 6Mbps, turbo mode up to 108Mbps
(turbo mode available only when connecting with other ASUS 802.11a devices)
Range: Indoor: 12 meters @ 11Mbps, 50 meters @ 6Mbps
Outdoor: 30 meters @ 54Mbps, 150 meters @ 6Mbps
Architecture: Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc
IEEE802.11b
Operating Freq: 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz
Data Rate: 11, 5.5, 2, 1Mbps
Range: Indoor: 30 meters @ 11Mbps, 90 meters @ 2Mbps
Outdoor: 150 meters @ 11Mbps, 300 meters @ 2Mbps
Architecture: Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc

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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
2. Installation
This chapter explains how to install theASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card
hardware, drivers, and utilities. This product is designed to operate in
Windows 98SE, Windows Me, 2000, and XP. Examples in this manual will
be that of Windows XP.
Complete the following steps to install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI
Card.
1. Install the ASUS SpaceLink Bluetooth Software.
2. Install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.
3. Install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Driver.
4. Install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Utilities.
Note: Install the ASUS Bluetooth Software first before inserting the
SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.

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Chapter 2
2.1 Installing the ASUS Bluetooth Software
The SpaceLink Bluetooth function requires the installation of the ASUS
Bluetooth Software. Insert theASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card support CD
and the autorun screen should appear. On the autorun menu, click Install
Bluetooth Software. If your autorun is disabled, double-click SETUP.EXE in
the root directory of the support CD.
1. Click Next to begin. 2. Click Next after reading the License
Agreement and selecting “I accept...”.
3. Select your computer type: Desktop 4. Click Next to accept the destination folder
or click “Change” to specify another folder.
Note: Install the ASUS Bluetooth Software first before inserting the
SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.

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Chapter 2
2.1 Installing the ASUS Bluetooth Software (Cont.)
7. Click Finish when installation is complete. 8. Click Yes to restart your computer.
5. Click Install when ready to install the
software. 6. Click OK after reading the driver notice.

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Chapter 2
2.2 Installing the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card
1. Turn OFF your computer and open your computer chassis.
2. Insert the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card into a PCI slot.
3. Connect the provided short USB 2.0 cable from the ASUS SpaceLink
B&W PCI Card (USB 2.0 IN) to the USB 2.0 OUT header on the moth-
erboard or USB 2.0 PCI expansion card. You can use the USB 2.0 port
by connecting your motherboard’s USB bracket (not included) to the
USB 2.0 OUT on the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.
4. Attach the antenna to the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card as shown.
USB 2.0 Out
Short USB 2.0 Cable
(Color coded plugs)
USB 2.0 Out
(Blue on card)
USB 2.0 Out (Blue
on motherboard)
USB 2.0 In
(Yellow on card)
Color Coded Plugs
USB 2.0 connectors and cable are color coded. Connect the same color plug to
the same color connectors.
USB P2 + USB Power Ground Over Current
USB Power
USB P1 –
USB P1+
Ground
USB P2 –

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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
2.3 Installing SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Drivers
With the SpaceLink B&W PCI Card installed, turn ON your computer and
enter Windows.
1. WindowswillautomaticallydetecttheASUS
SpaceLink B&W PCI Card once you enter
Windows with the card properly installed.
Once the “Add New Hardware Wizard”
dialog appears, click Next.
2. Insert the support CD that came with your
ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card .
3. Select “Search for the best driver in”...
“Search removable media...” Click Next.
4. When asked about driver compatibility with
Windows XP. Click Continue Anyway
since ASUS has always tests its drivers
before product shipment.
5. Wait while Windows XP creates a restore
point for you system files in case you need
to restore your current system.

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6. ClickFinishwheninstallationhascomplete.
Restart your computer if prompted.
2.3 InstallingSpaceLinkB&WPCICardWLANDrivers(Cont.)
2.4 Verifying Drivers
You can verify the driver in Device
Manager. (Access Device Manager
from Start | Control Panel | System |
Hardware). A question mark
means that no driver has been
installed. An exclamation mark over
a card means that the driver is
incorrect. Verify that you are using the correct product and driver CD. Try
repeating the installation and contact customer support if necessary.
WLAN
Ifit isinstalledsuccessfully,the“ASUS11a/bPCIWirelessNetworkAdapter”
will appear under “Network adapaters”.
Bluetooth
If it is installed successfully, “ASUS Bluetooth Device” will appear under
“Universal Serial Bus controllers”.

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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
2.5 Installing SpaceLink Wireless Utilities
After you have installed the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card driver, you
can install the SpaceLink wireless utilities.The SpaceLink wireless utilities
can be used for all SpaceLink products so you only need to have one copy
installed in your system.
1. Insert the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card support CD and an autorun menu will appear. If
your autorun is disabled, double click SETUP.EXE in the root directory of the support CD.
2. On the bottom of the autorun menu, select a language from the pull-down menu. Click Install
ASUS Dual-Band WLAN Card Utilities.
1. Click Next on the Welcome screen. 2. Click Next after reading the Information.
3. Click Next to use the default Destination
Folder or click Browse to select another
folder.
4. Click Finish after setup is complete.