SMC Networks WPCI-G2 FICHE User manual

EZ Connect g
802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter
TM
SMCWPCI-G2

20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: [phone]
EZ Connect™ g 802.11g
Wireless PCI Adapter
User Guide
The easy way to make all your network connections
February 2008
Pub No: R01

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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.
Copyright © 2008 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
All rights reserved.
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.

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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 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
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 Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
2.4GHz operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1
through 11.

Compliances
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IC (Industry Canada) Statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la class B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum
gain of 2 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of
Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the EIRP is not more than required for successful
communication.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled environments. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
2.4GHz operation of this product in Canada is firmware-limited to
channels 1 through 11.

Compliances
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EC Conformance Declaration
SMC contact for these products in Europe is:
SMC Networks Europe,
Edificio Conata II,
Calle Fructuos Gelabert 6-8, 2, 4a,
08970 - Sant Joan Despi,
Barcelona, Spain
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential
Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This
equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN 300 328
EN 301 489-1
EN 301 489-17
EN 60950
NCC (Taiwan)
注意 !
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均
不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干
擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通
信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或
工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

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T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
EZ Connect™g 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Driver and Utility Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Utility Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the SMCWPCI-G2 Utility Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Link Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
IP Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Site Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Version Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Network Configuration and Planning . . . . . . . . . 25
Network Topologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ad Hoc Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Infrastructure Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting the Communication Domain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Stationary Wireless PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Roaming Wireless PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Adapter Installation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Network Connection Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SMCWPCI-G2 Maximum Distance Table . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

1
EZ CONNECT™G802.11G
WIRELESS PCI ADAPTER
SMC’s EZ Connect™g 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter
(SMCWPCI-G2) is a 54 Mbps wireless network adapter for
desktop PCs that seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet
networks. 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 desktop computers,
and start networking.
Using this card in conjunction with SMC wireless access points,
you can create an instant network that integrates seamlessly with
10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. Moving or expanding your network
is as easy as moving or installing additional access points – no
wires!
Features
•Up to 54 Mbps data rate
•Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling
•Greater flexibility to locate or move networked computers
•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

APPLICATIONS
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•Easy installation
•Working range up to 60 m (197 ft) at 54 Mbps, or up to 350 m
(1,155 ft) at 1 Mbps for indoor communications
•Direct Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology
provides robust, interference-resistant and secure wireless
connection
•Supports a wide range of systems
(Windows 2000/XP/Vista)
•Provides a user-friendly interface for configuration
•Enhances your network security with WEP and WPA/WPA2
data encryption
•Removable antenna
Applications
EZ ConnectTM g wireless products offer fast and reliable network
access for wireless clients in applications such as:
• Remote access to corporate network information
Email, 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

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need to
set up for a short time period. Retailers, airline, and shipping
companies who need additional workstations for peak
periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites
• Access to databases for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers, office workers who need access to
databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, office,
campus etc.
• SOHO users
SOHO (Small Office Home Office) users who need quick and
easy installation of a small computer network
System Requirements
Before you install the Wireless PCI Adapter, check your system
for the following requirements:
•A computer with a bus-mastered PCI slot, and PCI card and
socket services compliant with revision 2.2 of the PCI
specification
•Windows 2000/XP/Vista (have the Windows OS installation
CD ready for use during driver installation)
•A minimum of 6 Mbytes of free disk space for installing the
driver and utility program
•Another IEEE 802.11b/g compliant device installed in your
network or another computer with a wireless adapter

PACKAGE CHECKLIST
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Package Checklist
The EZ Connect™g 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter package
includes:
•1 EZ Connect™g 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter
•1 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD
•1 External Antenna
•1 Quick Installation Guide
•Warranty Registration Card
Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at
SMC’s web site at www.smc.com
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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HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
The Wireless PCI Adapter supports up to 54 Mbps connections.
This card is fully compliant with the specifications defined in IEEE
802.11g standard. It is designed to complement PCI Local Bus
computers and supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista.
LED Indicators
The Wireless PCI Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as
described in the following table.
LED Status Description
ACT
(Activity)
Flashing Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is
sending/receiving data on your network.
PWR
(Power/
Link)
On Indicates a valid connection with an access
point.
Flashing Indicates that the Wireless PCI Adapter is
operating in the Ad Hoc mode.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Warning:
• If you are installing in an older computer model,
upgrade the BIOS to the latest version.
• Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To
protect the card, avoid touching its electrical
components and always touch the metal chassis of
your computer before handling the card.
1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove
the computer’s cover.
2. Select an available bus-mastering PCI slot and remove the
cover bracket.
3. Detach the antenna from the Wireless PCI Adapter before
inserting the card into a PCI slot.
4. Insert the network card into the slot so that it is firmly seated.
Screw the card’s bracket securely into the computer’s
chassis.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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Note: Be careful that it does not touch any conducting parts on
the computer motherboard.
5. Attach the antenna to the Wireless PCI Adapter.
6. Replace the chassis cover on your computer and power it on.
7. The Wireless PCI Adapter should be automatically configured
by the host computer’s BIOS. However, if you have an older
computer, you may have to manually configure the computer’s
BIOS settings.
8. The installation CD contains all drivers for this card. Please
read the RELEASE.TXT file on the disk for a list of all drivers.
A text file is included with each driver to detail the proper
installation procedure.
9. Run the EZ Installation Wizard on the CD to install the Utility
program for your Wireless PCI Adapter. The SETUP.EXE file
of the utility program can be found on the CD.
10. Any new or updated drivers can be downloaded from SMC’s
web site (see the back cover of this guide).

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DRIVER AND UTILITY
INSTALLATION
The SMCWPCI-G2 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD
that comes
with the package contains all the software drivers. Any
new or updated software can be downloaded from SMC’s web
site at
:
http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_support_tools
Using the Installation Wizard
1. Insert the EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD into
your CD-ROM drive. The program will auto-run.
2. Click the Install Driver and Utility button to continue.

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD
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3. Windows XP will automatically install the driver.
4. Then you will see the following message.
Windows Vista
5. Click Finish to exit the wizard.

USING THE INSTALLATION WIZARD
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Windows 2000/XP
Windows Vista
6. The driver and utility installation is completed.
Note: Refer to “Utility Configuration” on the following page for
setting up the WLAN PCI Adapter for use.

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UTILITY CONFIGURATION
Using the SMCWPCI-G2 Utility Program
Once the installation is complete, the configuration utility can be
accessed from the Start menu, or you can access it through the
quick launch icon on the desktop.
When the utility program is running, there will be a quick launch
icon in the lower right-hand corner of the task bar. If the icon is
GREEN, you have a good connection. If it shows RED, try to turn
the antenna in a different direction, or move closer to the access
point on your network. If the icon is still RED, then follow the
procedures described below, and verify that the SSID and radio
channel are configured to match the settings on the access point
to which you want to connect.
Double-clicking the quick launch icon will open the Wireless PCI
Adapter Utility, providing quick access to the adapter settings.
The configuration utility includes the following tabs:
Configuration – Allows you to set parameters for the adapter.
Link information – Shows the connection status.
IP information – Displays TCP/IP data.
Site Survey – Scans/Shows all wireless devices within the
adapter’s signal range.
Version information – Shows the driver and utility version
information.

USING THE SMCWPCI-G2 UTILITY PROGRAM
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Radio On/Off – Click this button to turn on/turn off the wireless
radio signal of the adapter.
Help – Click this button to view the help file.
Close – Click this button to exit the utility.
Configuration
When you start the Wireless PCI Adapter utility, the information
window for the SMCWPCI-G2 is shown as in the figure on the
following page.
Select Profile – To specify a profile for a specific configuration of
parameters.
New – Click this button to create a new profile.
Save – Click this button to save a profile after configuring the
settings.
Delete – Select the profile from the drop-down menu, and click
this button to delete the profile.
Auto Profile On/Off – Click this button to turn on/off the Auto
Profile feature.
Active Profile – The profile settings that you are using for the
current connection.
Click Apply Changes after you have made your selection.