Gemtek WL-360F User manual

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11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card
WL-360F
User's Manual
2001/10/19

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Copyright statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form
or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the
prior writing of the publisher.
Printed in Taiwan, 2001/10/19

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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: 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.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body.

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R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of the DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF THE
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and
telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However,
special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with
electrical equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be
allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
EU Countries intended for use
The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France (with Frequency channel restrictions), Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,
The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom.
The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states Iceland,
Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
EU Countries Not intended for use
None.
Potential restrictive use
France: Only channels 10,11,12, and13

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Contents
1 Contents …………………………………………………………………………………………..…...… 5
2 Introduction……………………………………………………………………….…...………………… 6
3 Wireless LAN Basics……………………………………………………………………….……...…….7
4. Installation for Windows 98/2000/ME…..………………………………………………………..…….8
4.1 Installation Overview……………………………….……………………………………………..…9
4.2. Installation Procedure of Wireless LAN 11 bps…………………..……..………….….……..10
4.3. Uninstallation Procedure for Windows 98………………………..……………………………16
4.4. Installation Procedure for Windows 2000 / Windows ME……………………………………17
4.5. Uninstallation Procedure for Windows 2000/Windows ME……………………….…………19
5. Configuration Utilit …………………………………..………………….………………………………20
6. Troubleshooting …….…………………………………………..…………………….…………………29
7. Technical specifications of Wireless LAN ……………….………………..……….…………….…31

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2. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your Wireless LAN, 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card. This manual will
assist you with the installation procedure.
The package you have received should contain the following items:
•11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card.
•User's Manual
•Quick installation guide
•Diskette containing Wireless LAN Management utility and drivers
Note: if anything is missing, please contact your vendor
The diskette contains the drivers and the program Configuration Utility that is used for managing the
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card and establishing the wireless connection with your Local Area
Network.

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3. Wireless LAN Basics
Wireless LAN (Local Area Networks) systems offer a great number of advantages over a traditional,
wired system. Wireless LANs (WLANs) are more flexible, easier to setup and manage and often more
cost effective than their wired equivalence.
Using radio frequency (RF) technology, WLANs transmit and receive data over the air, minimizing the
need for wired connections. Thus, WLANs combine data connectivity with user mobility, and, through
simplified configuration, enable movable LANs.
With wireless LANs, users can access shared information without looking for a place to plug in and
network managers can set up or augment networks without installing or moving wires. Wireless LANs
offer the following productivity, convenience and cost advantages over traditional wired networks:
•Mobility - Wireless LAN systems can provide LAN users with access to real-time information
anywhere in their organization. This mobility supports productivity and service opportunities not
possible with wired networks.
•Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and can
eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.
•Installation Flexibility - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go.
•Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for wireless LAN hardware
might be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle
costs will be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments
requiring frequent moves, adds, and changes.
•Scalability - Wireless LAN systems can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs
of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-
to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks of thousands
of users that allows roaming over a broad area.

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4. Installation for Windows platform
The following section will assist you to in installing wireless LAN Adapter successfully. You will first
install software (driver) and then insert the 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card, and finally set the
network properties to accommodate resource sharing and select the type of wireless network that you
wish to install. The Wireless LAN can easily be installed and used, without bothering to connect cables
for keeping your computer to use network resources, as in case of wired LAN.

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4.1. Installation Overview
Here are some steps you will perform in establishing your wireless network connection:
Install the Access Point (AP) at first. AP is needed in case of Infrastructure network mode.
Install the software using the Installation Diskette.
Install the Wireless PCI Card (11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card).
Install the network protocol(s) required to communicate on your network. Most likely you will need
the TCP/IP protocol.

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4.2. Installation Procedure for Windows 98
Please follow the following steps one by one in order to install the PCI
card successfully.
1.Power on your computer and allow Windows 98 to load fully.
2.Be sure that there is no PCI adapter inserted yet.
3.Insert the given Installation CD in the CD-ROM.
4.Select ELAN (P-Series Driver) and then click on the Setup.
5.Accept the license agreement.
6.It takes a few seconds for copying the utility files and then click on Finish.
7.Restart the PC.
8.Insert PCI Card in the PCI slot, and complete setup according to detected instructions.
9.Find PCI in the CD-ROM and click on the Setup.
Note: Do not insert the PCI card until you are asked to do so, failure of which may result in unsuccessful installation o
f
your 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card.

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10. Accept the license agreement.
11. Select the SSID. Default ESSID is Default. You can change this later also using the
configuration utility or network configuration. Click on Next.
12. Select network type and click on Next. Default is Infrastructure.

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13. Give the path of the destination folder. To set the path of your choice click on Browse and then
click Next.
14. Setup will add program icon to the Program Folder. You may type a new folder name, or select one
from the existing Folder list.
15. It takes a few seconds for copying the utility files and then click on Finish.
16. Restart the PC and Click on the Control Panel and then on PC Card. Check whether it has PCI
card in one of the sockets or not. If you find 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card in one of the sockets,
it means the card is detected properly.

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17. Right click on the Network Neighborhood using the mouse.
18. Select Properties from the pop up menu. The network box appears and you see three main tables:
Configuration, Identification, and Access Control.
19. Click on the Configuration tab and then click on the Add button. Select Network Component Type
box appears. Click on the Protocol the click the Add button.
20. Select Network Protocols box appears. From the list of manufactures, click on Microsoft. From the
list of network protocols list, select NetBEUI, then click OK.
21. The NetBEUI protocol is now installed. After clicking on OK return back to Network Component
Type box.
22. Repeat the step 20 and 21 to add IPX/SPX protocol.
23. Repeat the step 20 and 21 to add TCP/IP protocol.
24. Click on the TCP/IP option for setting the IP address for your computer. You can select either Static
or DHCP setting. If you use the static IP setup then enter the IP value, Subnet masking, DNS,
Domain/ Workgroup name, and Gateway Address values. After setting these parameter
appropriately, click OK to return to Network Component Type and you can select the File and

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Printer Sharing options as well as the Access to your computer like other users connected to that
network by setting the computer sharing options. Click on OK.
25. Screen message do want to restart your Computer will pop up. Select Yes. It will shut down your
computer and will restart.
Important: Restart your computer to make the changes effective before you reinstall the
driver.

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4.3. Uninstallation Procedure for Windows 98
If you want to uninstall the PCI card under Win 98, click on the Start at the left bottom of your screen. Select
the Programs. Click on the PRISM 802.11 and click on Uninstaller. Confirm message about removing the "
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card " and all of its components appear. Click on Yes. UninstallShield
removes the software "11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card " successfully. Click on OK to finish the uninstall
procedure.
Important: Restart your computer to make the changes effective before you reinstall the
driver.

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4.4. Installation Procedure for Windows 2000 / Windows ME
Please follow the following steps one by one in order to install the
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card successfully.
1. Power on your computer and allow Windows 2000 / ME to load fully.
2. Be sure that there is no PCI Card inserted yet.
3. Insert the given Installation CD in the CD-ROM and then click on the Setup.
4. Accept the license agreement.
5. Select the SSID. Default ESSID is Default. You can change this later also using the configuration
utility or network configuration. Click on Next.
6. Select network mode and click on Next. Default is Infrastructure.
7. Give the path of the destination folder. To set the path of your choice click on Browse and then
click Next.
8. Setup will add program icon to the Program Folder. You may type a new folder name, or select one
from the existing Folder list.
9. It takes a few seconds for copying the utility files and then click on Finish.
10 Then insert 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card into the slot, wizard will found new hardware
“11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card”, click on Next.
11 Choose “Search for a suitable driver for my device”, and then click on Next.
12 Select CD-ROM drives to locate driver files. And click on Next.
Note: Do not insert the PCI card until you are asked to do so, failure of which may result in unsuccessful installation o
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your 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card.

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13 Complete the installation and the restart your computer.
14 If your 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card is install properly, then right click on the My Network
Place using the mouse, click Properties to set up local area connection.
15 Set Internet protocol (TCP/IP), either choose obtain an IP address automatically or set your own
IP address. Then click OK.
16 Restart your Computer
Important: Restart your computer to make the changes effective before you reinstall the
driver.

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4.5. Uninstallation Procedure for Windows 2000/Windows ME
If you want to uninstall the PCI card under Win 98, click on the Start at the left bottom of your screen. Select
the Programs. Click on the PRISM 802.11 and click on Uninstaller. Confirm message about removing the "
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card " and all of its components appear. Click on Yes. UninstallShield
removes the software "11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card " successfully. Click on OK to finish the uninstall
procedure.
Important: Restart your computer to make the changes effective before you reinstall the
driver.

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5. Configuration Utility
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card adapter uses its own management software. All functions controlled
by user are provided by this application. Usually this application starts automatically, Use Start,
Programs, 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card to start the Manager application.
A new icon - should appear in your Icon tray. If the icon is marked with a red “X”, it means that
11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Card NIC configuration is invalid or incomplete. Sometimes icon can be
colored in red. This can happen when driver is in Pseudo BSS mode, and the radio channel, which is
used for communication is defined incorrectly.
Figure 1 Icon tray with a new icon
Double clicking on that icon will show you the screen as shown below.
Figure 2 Management window with “Status” tab open
User can navigate through “sheets”, by clicking or tapping them with a stylus. “OK” button will minimize
window, and “Exit” (or X button) will close application. Here we explain the use and meanings of the
various screen messages.