Global Sun GL2454MP-0I User manual

GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter
Date of Issue: Jan. 16th, 2002

Technical Support
The firmware version of the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter is displayed on the
utility About window. Users could download and upgrade the most recent software
version from the supplier’s web site or refer to the selling contact for the latest software
information. If you have difficulty resolving the problem while installing or using the
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter, please contact the supplier for support.
About This Manual
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter User’s Manual is first published on January,
2003. The manual includes procedures for the setup of the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI
Wireless Adapter under Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows 98SE or
Windows ME. Take a moment to read through this manual and familiarize yourself with
wireless technology.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 About MiniPCI Wireless Adapter ......................................1
1-1 Features and Benefits................................................................................... 1
1-2 Applications.................................................................................................. 2
1-3 Product Kit ................................................................................................... 3
1-4 About MiniPCI Wireless Adapter LED Indicators ...................................... 3
Chpater 2 Getting Started .....................................................................3
2-1 Before Installation........................................................................................ 4
2-2 Insert the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter .................................. 4
Chapter 3 Install Driver for Windows .................................................5
3-1 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows XP..................................... 5
3-2 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows 2000................................ 10
3-3 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows NT
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3-4 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows 98SE/ ME ....................... 13
Chpater 4 Configure the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter .......................19
4-1 Install the WLAN Utility............................................................................. 19
4-2 Use the WLAN Utility ................................................................................. 21
Limited Warranty ................................................................................31

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About MiniPCI Wireless Adapter 1
The 802.11g MiniPCI Wireless Adapter is a standard PCI Card that fits into any standard PCI
slot in a desktop computer. Moreover, the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter provides a
solution to connect the desktop computer to a wireless network for the desktop user. Its 54Mbps
data rate gives equivalent Ethernet speed to access corporate network or the Internet in a
wireless environment. In addition, a detachable antenna version is specifically designed for
system integrator application. When installed, GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter is
able to communicate with any 802.11g compliant products.
1-1 Features and Benefits
1. Supports 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps data rate.
2. Working range up to 800 ft. in an open environment.
3. Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN’s augments existing
networks quickly and easily.
4. Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs.
5. Wireless connection without the cost of cabling.
6. Easy to install and user friendly, just Plug and Play.
7. Supports a variety of operating systems (Win98SE/ME/2000/XP)
8. 64-bit and 128-bits WEP encryption capable.
9. Provides Window-based Diagnostic Tools, most notably, Site Survey, Link Quality Test
and Access Point Browser.

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1-2 Applications
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter offers a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for
wireless client access to the network in applications like these:
1. Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
2. Difficult-to-wire environments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open area where wiring is difficult
to deploy.
3. Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently rearrange the workplace and change
location.
4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
- Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites where a temporary network will be
practical.
- Retailers, airline and shipping companies need additional workstations during peak
period.
- Auditors requiring workgroups at customer sites.
5. Access to database for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers, accessing their database while being mobile in the hospital,
retail store or office campus.
6. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users
SOHO users need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.
7. High security connection
The secure wireless network can be installed quickly and provide flexibility.

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1-3 Product Kit
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter comes with the following items. Please go through
each item below. If any of listed items appears to be damaged or missing, please contact your
local dealer.
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter
zGL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter…..………….…………………….….….. x
1
z11Mbps PCI Card Software and Product CD.…………………………..…... x 1
zGL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter User Manual…...…..…………………..… x
1
1-4 About Wireless LAN PC Card LED Indicators
The GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter has a LED indicator. The behavior of the
indicators is described as below:
Link LED
Solid Green – Associated with the Access Point or Ad-Hoc wireless workstation.
Blinking Green – Not connecting to the Access Point or Ad-Hoc wireless workstation.
LINK

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GettingStarted 2
This chapter describes the instructions that guide you through the proper installation of your
GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for the Windows XP/2000/98SE/ME operating
systems.
The complete installation of the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter consists of the
following steps:
STEP 1: Insert the PCI adapter into the PCI slot
STEP 2: Install the corresponding driver and utility.
STEP 3: Set basic settings.
STEP 4: Finish Installation.
2-1 Before Installation
In addition to the items shipped with the client adapter, you will also need the following in order
to install the adapter:
1. A computer equipped with a PCI slot.
2. Windows XP/2000/98SE/ME (with a Windows installation CD-ROM for use during
installation)
3. Minimum 5 Mbytes free disk space for installing driver and utility program.
2-2 Insert the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter
To install the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter, please do the following:
1. Find an available PCI slot on your computer.
2. Insert the PCI Adapter into the PCI slot.

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InstallDriverforWindows 3
This section describes the installation of the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter driver
for the Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP operating systems. The installation
procedures for Windows XP refer to 3-1 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows XP;
for Windows 2000 please see 3-2 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows 2000; for
Windows 98SE/ME refer to 3-3 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows 98SE/ME.
Note:Before you start the installation, you are advised to keep the Windows CD-
ROM in case you might need certain system files.
3-1 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows XP
Step 1: Insert the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter into the PCI slot on your desktop
and start Windows. Windows will auto-detect the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter and a “Found
New Hardware Wizard” window will show up. Select “Install from a list or specific location
(Advanced)” to install the driver.

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Step 2: Insert the Product CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Specify the location where the
driver is placed. Click on Next to install the driver.
Step 3: The windows will find “MiniPCI Wireless Adapter” and start copying
corresponding files into the system. Click on Next to continue.

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Step 4: Click Finish to complete the installation.
Step 5: Right click “My Computer” from Start, select Properties, go to the Hardware tab
and click the Device Manager button to see if any error icon appears next to the Network
adapters/MiniPCI Wireless Adapter. If no, your MiniPCI Wireless Adapter is working well.
Check if there is any error
icon next to the MiniPCI
Wireless Adapter

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After installing the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter, the Windows XP will display a “Wireless
Network Connection # ” message.
Click on the message and the “Automatic Wireless Network Configuration” will then appear
automatically and allow users to connect to an available wireless infrastructure network (Access
Point), shown as follows. You may click the Advanced button to make advanced configuration
for the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter, shown as below.

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For more information on using the automatic wireless network configuration please refer to
Windows XP Help file.
However, the WLAN Utility, which comes with the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter, provides you
more tools to configure the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter and monitor the wireless connection.
For more information on installing and using the WLAN Utility, please refer to the following
sections “Install the WLAN Utility” and “Use the WLAN Utility”.
Note: To use the WLAN utility under Windows XP, you need to disable the
Automatic Wireless Network Configuration first. Steps are described as
follows:
Right click the Network Connections icon. Select Properties.
Go to the Wireless Networks tab.
Uncheck the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings”
check box and click the OK button (see the above picture).
If you desire to use our WLAN
Utility, you need to disable the
Windows XP Automatic
Wireless Network Configuration
first by un-checking this check

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3-2 Set up MiniPCI Wireless Adapter for Windows 2000
Step 1:Insert the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter into the PCI slot on your desktop
and start Windows. Windows will auto-detect the MiniPCI Wireless Adapter.
Step 2: A “Found New Hardware Wizard” window shows up. Click Next to proceed.

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Step 3: Select “Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)”.
Step 4: Insert the Product CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Specify the location where the
driver is placed. Click on Next to install the driver.

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Step 5: The windows will find “Network Controller”. Click on Next to continue.
Step 6: Click Finish to complete the installation.

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Step 7: Open Control Panel/System/Device Manager, and check Network Adapters to see
if any error icon appears. If no, your GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter is working
well.
3-3 Set up Wireless LAN PC Card for Windows 98SE/ ME
Step 1: Insert the GL2454MP-0I MiniPCI Wireless Adapter into the PCI slot on your desktop
and start Windows. Windows will auto-detect new hardware and will display an “Add New
Hardware Wizard” window. Click Next to continue.
Check if there is any
error icon next to the
MiniPCI Wireless Adapter

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Step 2: Select “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)” and click
Next.
Step 3: Insert the Product CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Select the “CD-ROM drive”
check box and click on Next to install the driver.

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Step 4: The Windows will find “MiniPCI Wireless Adapter”. Click Next to continue.
Step 5: Once the [Please insert the disk labeled ‘Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM/ME
CD-ROM”, and then click OK] window appears, inset enter the path corresponding to the
appropriate drives and click OK. Usually these files can be found at C:Windows or

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C:Windows\system.

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Step 6: Click Finish to complete the software installation.
Step 7: Restart the computer.