Proxim B11FNF-USB User manual

ORiNOCO 11b USB Client
Wireless Networks
User Guide

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Table of Content
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................4
1.1 PRODUCT FEATURES..............................................................................................4
1.2 APPLICATIONS .......................................................................................................5
1.3 PRODUCT PACKAGE ...............................................................................................6
1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................6
CHAPTER 2 NETWORK PLANNING ..................................................................8
2.1 PEER-TO-PEER GROUP ..........................................................................................8
2.2 ACCESS POINT INFRASTRUCTURE...........................................................................9
2.3 ROAMING.............................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................12
3.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................12
3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ..................................................................................12
3.3 ORINOCO 802.11B USB CLIENT UN-INSTALLATION ............................................17
CHAPTER 4 PROXIM CLIENT UTILITY ............................................................20
4.1 PROXIM CLIENT UTILITY .......................................................................................20
4.2 CARD STATUS TAB ...............................................................................................21
4.3 CARD CONFIGURATION.........................................................................................22
4.4 SITE SURVEY .......................................................................................................23
4.5 NETWORK INFORMATION ......................................................................................23
4.6 CONFIGURING YOUR WIRELESS NETWORKING SETTINGS WITH WINDOWS XP
WIRELESS UTILITY.......................................................................................................25
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................31
5.1 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ..................................................31
5.2 HOW TO OBTAIN HELP WITH YOUR LAN INSTALLATION .........................................32
5.3 RANGE ................................................................................................................33
5.4 LED INDICATORS .................................................................................................34

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APPENDIX A GLOSSARY ...............................................................................35
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS AND SUPPORT ..............................................36
B.1 RADIO .................................................................................................................36
B.2 ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL..........................................................................36
B.3 TECHNICAL SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION .....................................................37
APPENDIX C REGULATORY INFORMATION ..................................................38
C.1 U.S. FCC STATEMENTS ......................................................................................38
C.2 CANADA IC STATEMENTS ....................................................................................39
C.3 EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES REGULATORY STATEMENTS .........................39
C.4 日本の通達 (JAPAN REGULATORY STATEMENT)..................................................40

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Chapter 1 Introduction
The ORiNOCO 11b USB Client provides high-speed (11 Mbps) wireless Internet access and
networking for a USB-enabled desktop anywhere, anytime. The USB Client is a Plug-and-Play
device that connects to and draws power from a computer’s USB port. When installing the USB
Client, you do not need to open the desktop, worry about device conflicts, or search for a vacant
ISA or PCI slot.
This IEEE 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter is compatible with a USB slot from any manufacturer.
As a Plug-and-Play device, Windows 98/2000/ME/XP will automatically recognize the wireless
USB Adapter and initiate the installation process. Upon successful installation, the wireless
USB Adapter will communicate seamlessly with other IEEE 802.11b wireless products.
A wireless LAN provides the same functionality of a wired network, but it eliminates the need to
install networking cables and other networking equipment. Not only is a wireless LAN easier to
deploy, but it also allows for “roaming.” For example, when using a desktop or notebook with an
ORiNOCO 802.11b USB, you can roam from a conference room to an office without being
disconnected from the network.
The ORiNOCO 11b USB Client can be used with other 802.11b devices to form a stand-alone
wireless Peer-to-Peer Group or used in conjunction with an Access Point infrastructure to
provide mobile clients with wireless access to an Ethernet network.
1.1 Product Features
The ORiNOCO 802.11b USB adapter provides the following features:
 Supports data rates up to 11 Mbps.
 Supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint configurations.
 Provides seamless connectivity to existing Ethernet networks.
 Uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology to provide a
secure wireless connection.
 Eliminates the hassle and cost of cabling.
 Supports a wide range of LAN (Local Area Network) Network Operating

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Systems (NOS) including Windows 98/2000/ ME/XP.
 Supports an easy Plug-and-Play installation.
 Includes integrated dual diversity antennas that provide a wide coverage area.
 Provides greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs.
 Includes an LED indicator that reports on current wireless activity.
1.2 Applications
This Wireless USB Adapter offers a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client
access to the network. Sample applications include:
 Remote access to corporate network information.
 E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
 Difficult-to-wire environments.
 Historic or older buildings without Ethernet wiring.
 Buildings with asbestos insulation.
 Open areas where wiring is difficult to employ.
 Re-layout frequently environments.
 Retailers, manufacturers or other organizations that frequently rearrange the
workplace or relocate.
 Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time usage.
 Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites that employ temporary
networks.
 Retailers, airline and shipping companies that need additional workstations for
a peak period and auditors that require workgroups at customer sites.
 Access to database for mobile workers.
 Medical, technical and retail specialists that require roaming access to a
database or other network resources.
 SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users.
 Perfect for users that need a small, easy-to-install network that deploys rapidly.

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1.3 Product Package
The Wireless USB Adapter includes the following items. If any of the items are missing or
damaged, please contact your local reseller.
1. One Gold or Silver ORiNOCO 802.11b USB Adapter
2. One USB Cable
3. One ORiNOCO Installation CD-ROM containing installation software, a management
utility and this user manual in Portable Document Format (PDF) for Windows
98/2000/ME/XP.
4. One ORiNOCO 11b USB Client Quick Start Guide
1.4 System Requirements and Specifications
To begin using an ORiNOCO 802.11b USB Client, you must have the following minimum
requirements:
1. A computer that meets the following specifications:
 Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Millennium Edition (ME), or Windows 98
Second Edition (SE) installed
 At least one unused USB port
 At least 64 MB of memory
 A 300 MHz processor or higher
2. At least one other IEEE 802.11b-compliant device
1.4.1 The IEEE 802.11 Specifications
In 1997, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) adopted the 802.11
standard for wireless devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This standard includes
provisions for three radio technologies: direct sequence spread spectrum, frequency hopping
spread spectrum, and infrared. Devices that comply with the 802.11 standard operate at a data
rate of either 1 or 2 Mbps.
In 1999, the IEEE modified the 802.11 standard to support direct sequence devices that can
operate at speeds of up to 11 Mbps. The IEEE ratified this standard as 802.11b. 802.11b
devices are backwards compatible with 2.4 GHz 802.11 direct sequence devices (that operate
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1.4.2 Interoperability and Security
The Wi-Fi standard certified at 2.4 GHz ensures the wireless interoperability with other Wi-Fi
(802.11b) certified devices.
The ORiNOCO 11b USB Client supports the following security standards (features vary
based on model):
 Cisco Client Extension compatibility (including LEAP)
 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption using 64 bit or 128 bit encryption
 AES-CCM Encryption support
 Support for Windows 802.1x supplicants
1.4.3 Differences Between Gold and Silver Models
The Silver model supports 64-bit WEP encryption; the Gold model supports 64-bit and 128-bit
WEP encryption.

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Chapter 2 Network Planning
ORiNOCO wireless products look and operate similar to Ethernet products. The only difference
is that a radio replaces the wire between communicating devices. This means that all of your
existing applications that operate over Ethernet will work with the ORiNOCO 11b USB Client
without any special wireless networking software.
The Wireless USB Adapter supports the Ethernet LAN network configurations defined by the
IEEE 802.11b. The Wireless USB Adapter can be configured as:
 Ad-Hoc mode for wireless environments that contain no Access Point.
 Infrastructure mode for wireless environments with an Access Point.
A wireless LAN can be configured for one of these two modes of operation. While each method
has its advantages, one of them may be better suited for your needs. Review the following
configurations to determine which mode is best for you.
2.1 Peer-to-Peer Group
A Peer-to-Peer group (also known as an Ad-Hoc network) is the simplest to deploy and is ideal
for small offices. Peer-to-Peer Group can be comprised of two or more wireless client
configured to communicate with one another. Peer-to-Peer Group clients communicate directly
with each other without using an access point (AP). As a user on this type of network, you are
able to quickly build up a wireless network in order to share files with other employees, print to
a shared office printer, and access the Internet through a single shared connection.
Ad-hoc networking is cost effective, because no other devices components are needed (such
as access points, hubs or routers) in order to setup a network. However, with Ad-Hoc
networking, your computer is only able to communicate with other nearby wireless clients.
By using the off-the-shelf peer-to-peer network operating systems, each computer can
dynamically connect and reconnect to the others with no additional configuration, as illustrated
in Figure 2-1.

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Figure 2-1 Peer-to-Peer Group
The ORiNOCO 11b USB Client can communicate with Peer-to-Peer Groups that support the
802.11b wireless standard.
2.2 Access Point Infrastructure
Many companies have an existing Ethernet or wired LAN infrastructure and want to be able
to extend that capability to wireless nodes. This is accomplished by installing one or more
Access Points on the Ethernet network. Access Points are devices that communicate with
both the Ethernet network and the wireless network.
An Access Point network is also referred to as an Infrastructure network. The key difference
between an Infrastructure network and an Ad-Hoc network is the addition of one extra
element—the Access Point. The Access Point serves as the focal point for all data traffic on
your wireless network, optimally managing all wireless data transactions.
Additionally, the wireless Infrastructure can provide access to an existing wired LAN. This link
allows computers on the wireless LAN to access the wired LAN’s resources and tools,
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Ethernet
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Access Point Access Point
Desktop PC Desktop PC
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Laptop with
Wireless device
Laptop with
Wireless device
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Workstation
Server
Figure 2-2 Infrastructure Wireless LAN Configuration
A group of wireless users and an Access Point compose a Basic Service Set (BSS). Wireless
clients can talk to any computer in both wired and wireless LAN network via the Access Point.
2.3 Roaming
For larger environments, the ORiNOCO 11b USB Client may roam from one Access Point to
another while maintaining the same network connection. Each Access Point establishes a BSS
or coverage area. Multiple Access Points connected to the same Ethernet network form a
continuous wireless network known as an Extended Service Set (ESS). Users can roam freely
within the ESS.
Each Access Point within the ESS must have a unique, independent channel, but all must have
the same Network Name (SSID) and security settings. Note that proper Access Point
positioning with a clear radio signal can greatly enhance wireless performance.

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Ess
BSS1 BSS2
Ethernet
Access Point Access Point
Desktop PC Desktop PC
Desktop PC
Server
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Laptop with
Wireless device
Laptop with
Wireless device
Desktop PC with
Wireless device
Figure 2-3 Roaming in an Extended Service Set (ESS)
2.3.2 Guidelines for Roaming
 All 802.11b Access Points that a client will roam between must have the same
Network Name.
 All workstations with ORiNOCO 11b USB Client installed must use either a Network
Name of “any” or the same Network Name as the Access Points that they will roam
between (this assumes that the AP is not a closed system).
 All Access Points and ORiNOCO 11b USB Client must have the same security
settings to communicate.
 The Access Points’ cells must overlap to ensure that there are no gaps in coverage
and to ensure that the roaming client will always have a connection available.
 802.11b Access Points installed in the same vicinity should each use a unique,
independent Channel to avoid potential interference.
 Access Points that use the same Channel should be installed as far away from each
other as possible to reduce potential interference.

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Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 System Requirements
The instructions below describe how to install an ORiNOCO 11b USB Client by running the
ORiNOCO Installation program before connecting the USB Client to the computer. It is
recommended that you connect the device after the setup and configuration procedure is
completed.
In order to install and use the Wireless USB Adapter in your computer, your computer system
must be equipped with an USB Series "A" Receptacle and a compact disk device.
3.2 Installation Procedure
3.2.1 ORiNOCO USB Client Installation Requirement for Windows 98/ME
Before beginning the installation of an ORiNOCO 11b USB Client, confirm that you have a
Windows 98 SE or Windows ME installation CD available (depending on the computer’s
operating system). Windows 98/ME users may be prompted to insert a Windows CD during the
installation. You should not need a Windows CD when installing the card in a Windows XP or
Windows 2000 computer.
If you do not have a Windows 98/ME CD, it is possible that you already have the Windows
installation files on your hard drive. These Windows installation files are known as Windows
Cabinet or CAB files. The Cabinet files are commonly located in
C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\INSTALL\ or C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABuS\.
Windows 98/ME users may need the Windows CD or Cabinet files to
complete the installation of the USB Client. Proxim recommends that
you do not proceed with the installation until you have confirmed that
you have one of these Windows installation media available.

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3.2.2 Installation Instructions
Follow these steps to install an ORiNOCO 11b USB Client in a Window 98 SE, Windows ME,
Windows 2000, or Windows XP computer.
1. Turn on the computer and logon to Windows, if applicable.
2. Insert the ORiNOCO Installation CD into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
3. If the ORiNOCO Installation program does not launch automatically, run SETUP.EXE from
the ORiNOCO Installation CD to launch the program.
Figure 3-1 InstallShield Wizard Screen to Guide You for Setup
4. Click Next on the Software Setup Welcome dialog box as shown in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2 Setup “Welcome” Dialog Box
5. The License Agreement screen appears. Click “Yes” to continue.

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Figure 3-3 License Agreement for ORiNOCO 11b USB Client Installation
6. Choose a destination location for the ORiNOCO 11b USB Client installation files. You may
use the default path or click Browse to specify a different location. After you are done, click
the Next button.
Figure 3-4 Choose Destination for Installation

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7. Be patient while the software is installed on your computer.
Figure 3-5 Software Setup in Process
8. Click Finish to close the Software Setup Wizard when prompted.
Figure 3-6 Installation Completed
9. Connect the ORiNOCO 11b USB Client to the computer’s USB port.
 Find an available USB Series "A" port on the computer.
 Connect the USB cable’s "B" plug into the Wireless USB Client.

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 Connect the cable’s “A” plug into your computer’s USB Series "A" port.
Figure 3-7 Connect ORiNOCO 11b USB Client to Computer
10. Follow any on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
11. The ORiNOCO 802.11b USB should now be successfully connected.
Figure 3-8 ORiNOCO 802.11b USB Connected
♦ You can create a profile and set the client’s ESSID to match the ESSID of your Access
Point from the Card Configuration tab. Click Apply button to setup this profile. After the
profile is set, the ORiNOCO 11b USB Client can connect automatically If you have an
Access Point on the network with no security enabled.

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♦ If you have an Access Point on the network with security enabled, double-click the Proxim
icon to launch the Proxim Client Utility; use this utility to create profiles, configure the card,
and enable security.
♦ If you do not have an Access Point, use the Proxim Client Utility to set the card to
Peer-to-Peer Ad Hoc mode.
To open the utility, click the icon in the Windows Taskbar. If you check
the “Auto Run” option (available by right-clicking the Taskbar icon), the
Proxim Client Utility will be automatically loaded each time your
computer.
3.3 ORiNOCO 802.11b USB Client Un-Installation
Follow these steps if you need to uninstall the USB Client:
1. Open the Control Panel from the Start menu.
2. Click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
3. Select ORiNOCO 11b USB Client and click the Change/Remove button, as shown
below.
Figure 3-9 Select “Add/Remove Program” in Control Panel

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4. Select Remove and then click the Next button to perform the un-installation. When
prompted, click OK to remove the Proxim Wireless LAN.
Figure 3-10 Uninstall ORiNOCO 11b USB Client
5. Be patient while the card is uninstalled from your computer.
Figure 3-11 Un-installation Confirmation
6. Click Finish to complete un-installation.
7. Remove the client’s USB cable from the computer’s USB port and restart the computer.

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Figure 3-12 Un-installation and Maintenance Completed