Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF Card User manual

Rugged CF 10/100 Card
CompactFlash card for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps
Ethernet access from Pocket PCs running
Windows Mobile®2003, 2003SE or 5.0
User's Guide

5/2007 Document # 6410-00280 B
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2007 Socket Communications, Inc. dba Socket Mobile, Inc.
All rights reserved. Socket, Battery Friendly, and the Socket logo are
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described in this manual may change without notice.
Feel free to contact Socket Mobile at:
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Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for
anything resulting from the application of information contained in this
manual.
Socket Mobile requests that you refrain from any applications of the
Rugged CF 10/100 Card that are not described in this manual. Socket
Mobile also requests that you refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash
card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and technical
bulletins by visiting the Socket website at www.socketmobile.com.
Please refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash card. Disassembly of
this device will void the product warranty
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Table of Contents
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2
1 | INTRODUCTION 4
About the Software 4
System Requirements 5
Product Registration 5
2 | INSTALLATION 6
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information 7
STEP 2: Install the Software 8
STEP 3: Enter Network Settings 10
STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN 13
3 | SOCKET 10/100 ETHERNET UTILITY 14
Access the Utility 15
About the Task Tray Icon 15
Status Page 16
IP Info Page 16
Auto-Launch Page 17
Power Page 17
APPENDICES
A | SPECIFICATIONS 18
B | SYNCHRONIZING DATA 19
C | TROUBLESHOOTING 20
D | TECHNICAL SUPPORT 22
LIMITED WARRANTY 23
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 25

1 | Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Rugged CF 10/100 Card. The card enables
you to connect to any compatible Ethernet network, home network or
corporate LAN using a variety of Windows Mobile-based devices. It’s
perfect for secure network access where Wi-Fi®isn’t an option.
With the Rugged CF 10/100 Card, you can synchronize your calendar,
contacts, and inbox in seconds. It’s also great for quickly backing up your
device, installing software, connecting to network printers, and sharing files
with colleagues. For IT professionals, the Rugged CF 10/100 Card is ideal
for remotely performing system administration tasks such as server
configuration, LAN testing, and FTP.
Featuring an exclusive Battery Friendly®design, the Rugged CF 10/100
Card is the most energy efficient product of its kind. You can use the card
for hours on battery power without having to stop and recharge. The 10/100
Ethernet software utility even features different power options, so you can
configure your connection according to the amount of power available on
your device.
About the Software
The Rugged CF 10/100 Card comes with a handy software
utility designed to enhance your networking experience. The
Socket 10-100 software utility features the following
components:
•Task tray icon: Quickly view your GoodLink and Activity status at a
glance. The card does not have any status indicator LEDs, so the
software icon conveys important status information.
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•Status page: Quickly check the status of your connection, including the
IP address, link speed, and the duration of your connection. Also view
the number of packets sent and received.
•IP Info page: View comprehensive IP address information. Quickly
renew or release the IP address assigned by DHCP.
•Auto-Launch page: Configure your device to automatically launch any
program of your choice after the card is inserted.
•Power page: Choose the level of power consumption by selecting the
link speed.
Support for square screens and landscape mode is included. For software
updates, please visit: www.socketcom.com/support/support_ethernet.asp
System Requirements
Your device should meet these minimum requirements:
•Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0
•Available CF or PC Card slot
(Operation in PC Card slot requires a PC Card adapter.)
•Windows Mobile 5.0: If your host computer is running Windows
2000/XP, ActiveSync 4.0 or greater is required.
Note: The Rugged CF 10/100 Card is NOT NE2000 compliant.
WARNING!
If you are using Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE, DO NOT
install ActiveSync 4.0, or you will not be able to synchronize
your device and host PC over an Ethernet connection!
Microsoft removed this feature from ActiveSync 4.0. If your
Windows version does not require ActiveSync 4.0, Socket
recommends that you use an older version of ActiveSync
that supports device synchronization over Ethernet.
Product Registration
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products.
Registered users receive the following benefits:
•Priority for technical support
•Special offers for future products and product upgrades
•The latest new product information
Register online at: www.socketmobile.com/support/support/new
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5

2 | Installation
This chapter explains how to set up the Rugged CF
10/100 Card for a device running Windows Mobile
2003, 2003SE or 5.0.
Setup Summary
STEP 1: Prepare network information.
STEP 2: Install the software.
STEP 3: Enter network settings.
STEP 4: Insert card and connect to LAN.
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STEP 1: Prepare Network Information
Contact your network administrator for the information below.
For a text-only form that you can email to your network
administrator, go to the Docs folder on the installation CD.
Does the network support DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)?
YES. If Yes, then STOP. You do NOT need any IP addresses.
NO. If No, then please specify any applicable IP addresses (you may
only need some listed below):
Mobile Computer IP address: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Subnet Mask: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Default Gateway: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Primary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Secondary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Primary WINS*: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Secondary WINS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
*Remote ActiveSync only:If your server does NOT have WINS services
enabled, use the IP address of your host PC instead of a Primary WINS
address. You can only synchronize over Ethernet using Windows Mobile
2003/2003SE and a version of ActiveSync previous to 4.0.
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STEP 2: Install the Software
Follow these steps for software installation BEFORE you insert the Rugged
CF 10/100 Card into your device. Software installation is required because
the card is not NE2000 compatible.
1. Windows Mobile 5.0: Make sure you have ActiveSync 4.0 or greater. Download
it free: msdn.microsoft.com/mobility/windowsmobile/downloads/default.aspx
WARNING! If you are using Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE,
DO NOT install ActiveSync 4.0, or you will not be able to
synchronize your device and host PC over an Ethernet
connection!
2. Use your serial/USB cable or cradle to connect your device to a host PC.
Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE: If you want to synchronize data, there
must be a partnership (NOT a guest connection) between the device
and host PC. Refer to your Pocket PC manual for instructions.
If your host computer is running Windows Vista, use the Windows
Mobile Device Center instead of ActiveSync.
3. Insert the Socket 10/100 Installation Disc into the host PC.
4. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access the CD drive. In the
CD contents, click on Setup.
5. The Rugged CF 10/100 Setup Center will launch in your web browser.
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6. Follow the setup center to install the software.
•Read the information in the first screen and click next.
•In the Main Page, click Install Software.
•In the Installation Page, click Windows Mobile.
7. A file download screen will appear from your web browser. When asked
what you want to do with the file, choose the option that lets your run or
open the file.
Note: For some web browsers, you may need to save the file before you
can open it.
If your web browser warns that you are opening an executable file, click
OK to continue.
8. The installation wizard should begin. Follow the instructions on your PC
and device screens until installation is complete.
9. After completing the installation, disconnect the device from the
serial/USB connection cable/cradle.
10.Soft reset the device by pushing the reset button.
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STEP 3: Enter Network Settings
1. Open the Configure Network Adapters screen.
Windows Mobile 2003SE or 5.0:
Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Network Cards.
Windows Mobile 2003:
•Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Connections.
•Tap on the Advanced tab.
•Tap on the Network Card button at the bottom of the screen.
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2. The Configure Network Adapters screen will appear. In the drop-down menu
at the top of the screen, select the appropriate option for your network.
•The Internet: Select to connect from home and/or via an ISP (e.g., to
browse the Internet).
•Work: Select to connect to a private network, (e.g., a work or proxy network.
If you are connecting to a proxy or secure network, refer to your
Pocket PC documentation for configuration information.
3. If you DO NOT need to enter IP addresses, (i.e., your network uses
DHCP), tap ok. You are now ready to proceed to STEP 4 to connect to a
LAN and insert the card.
4. If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap Socket 10-100 Driver.
Do not select NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver, because the
Rugged CF 10/100 Card is not NE2000 compatible.
5. Enter your network settings. In the IP Address screen, select Use
specific IP address to enter the necessary IP addresses. Tap on the Name
Servers tab to enter DNS and WINS addresses.
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If using a static IP address, you may need to enter the host
computer’s IP address in the WINS field to use ActiveSync. You
can only synchronize over Ethernet using Windows Mobile
2003/2003SE and an ActiveSync version previous to 4.0.
6. When you have finished entering settings, tap ok.
IMPORTANT!
If you forget to tap ok, your settings will not take effect!
7. A screen will report that the new settings will take effect when you next
insert the network card. Tap ok.
8. Soft reset your Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.
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STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN
1. If you have not done so already, soft reset
your device.
2. Insert the Rugged CF 10/100 Card into your
device right-side up, with the blue label on
top.
If inserting the Rugged CF 10/100 Card into a
PC Card slot, use a PC Card adapter (not
included).
3. Plug the connector into a LAN port
If you would like to check whether you have a good connection, do
the following:
•Check the Socket Ethernet icon at the bottom of the Today screen.
If it has a green square on the top left, there is a good
connection.
•Verify that the connection has a valid IP address for your network.
a) Tap on the Socket Ethernet icon to open the applet. In the
pop-up menu, tap Status.
b) In the Status screen, check the IP Address field.
−If your network uses a static IP address, make sure it
appears correctly.
−If your network uses DHCP, make sure the IP address is
within the valid range for your network. Consult with
your network administrator.
•Test your web access. Start Pocket Internet Explorer. Enter a
URL and test to see if the website appears correctly.
If you cannot enter a URL because the address bar does not
appear, tap View and select Address Bar.
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3 | Socket 10/100 Ethernet Utility
This chapter explains how to use the Socket 10/100 Ethernet software
utility for Windows Mobile.
•Task tray icon: Quickly view your GoodLink and Activity status at a
glance.
•Status page: Quickly check the status of your connection, including the
IP address, link speed, and the duration of your connection. Also view
the number of packets sent and received.
•IP Info page: View comprehensive IP address information. Quickly
renew or release the IP address assigned by DHCP.
•Auto-Launch page: Configure your device to automatically launch any
program of your choice after the card is inserted.
•Power page: Choose the level of power consumption by selecting the
link speed.
For software updates, visit: www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
For help using the utility, tap on the Help icon on any of the utility pages.
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Access the Utility
1. To open the utility, tap on the Socket 10-100 Ethernet icon at the bottom
of the Today screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Status.
Alternatively, you can tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Socket 10-100.
2. The Socket 10/100 Ethernet utility will appear, with the Status page
open. Tap on the tabs to switch between different pages of the utility.
About the Task Tray Icon
The Socket Ethernet task tray icon appears at the bottom of the Today
screen whenever the Rugged CF 10/100 Card is inserted into your device.
Icon behavior Meaning
No icon No card detected by your device.
Green square on
top left of icon Good link. The card is connected to a network.
Green circle is
blinking Network activity. Packets are being sent/received.
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Status Page
The Status page displays connection information, including the IP address,
link speed, and duration of connection. Connection activity is also reported,
including the number of packets sent and receive.
You can only use this screen to view connection information. You
cannot modify any settings.
IP Info Page
The IP Info page reports comprehensive IP addresses, as well as DHCP
information. You can also renew or release the IP address assigned by
DHCP.
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Auto-Launch Page
The Auto-Launch page enables you to choose a program to automatically
run whenever the Rugged CF 10/100 Card is inserted into the device. Use
the drop-down menu to select a program. By default, no program will
automatically launch.
Program arguments: If needed, enter program arguments for custom applications.
Second delay before launch: Select how long your device will wait before auto-
launching a program. Most devices have a default of 8 seconds, which gives
enough time to recognize the Rugged CF 10/100 Card. If your network is slow,
or if memory is low, 8 seconds may be too short.
Power Page
The Power Page enables you to select which level of power consumption
you would like the Rugged CF 10/100 Card to operate at.
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Appendix A
Specifications
Physical Characteristics:
CompactFlash Card:
Dimensions: 2.2 x 1.69 x 0.13 in (56 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm)
Mass: 1.7 oz (48.2 g)
Interconnect Cable Length`: 6.77 in (172 mm)
Operating Temperature Range: 0° to 55°C
Power Consumption (supplied by PC host):
Active with 3.3V Supply: 19 mA (63 mW)
Ethernet Interface:
Protocol: 10/100 (IEEE 802.3) Twisted Pair
Module Connector: RJ-45 8-pin female connector
Operating System Support:
Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE, and 5.0
Software Included: Socket 10/100 Ethernet Installation Disc
Performance: Ethernet Transfer Rate: 10/100 megabits per second
Certification/Compliance:
FCC: Part 15, Class B
CE: EN55024:1998
Industry Canada
CompactFlash: CompactFlash Spec. 2.0
Warranty: One year
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Appendix B
Synchronizing Data
FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 2003/2003SE ONLY!
Only Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE devices can synchronize
data over Ethernet, and if only using a version of ActiveSync
previous to 4.0.
1. Tap Start | ActiveSync:
IMPORTANT!
In order to use ActiveSync,
you must have previously
created a partnership
between the Pocket PC and
host PC!
2. In the main ActiveSync screen, tap Tools | Options. Check the box
Sync with this PC during manual sync. Tap ok.
3. In the main ActiveSync screen, tap Sync. The Pocket PC will begin to
synchronize data with your host PC.
4. To stop ActiveSync, tap Stop. You will still have network access, but you
will not be able to synchronize data between the Pocket PC and host PC.
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Appendix C
Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM: I am trying to synchronize data on my Windows
Mobile 2003/2003SE device, and ActiveSync
does not list the option Network Connection.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
Your device is not receiving an IP
address from the DHCP server.
The server may be busy or
unavailable.
Try removing the card and
reinserting it. If ActiveSync still
shows no network connection, wait
for a few minutes. If you see the
message “Unable to contact DHCP
server, using cached information,”
the card is probably working
properly. If after a few minutes,
the problem persists, ask your
network administrator to verify
that the DHCP server is working
properly.
Your auto-launch program starts
too fast, and your device does not
have enough time to connect to
your network.
Increase the second delay before
launch setting in the Auto-Launch
tab of the Socket 10-100 Ethernet
utility. If you have to set the delay
to longer than 20 seconds, you
should consult your network
administrator.
Your server does not have WINS
services enabled. Enter the IP address of the host computer in the Primary WINS:
field in order to use ActiveSync.
SYMPTOM: My new IP addresses do not work.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
After entering the IP addresses for
your card, you forgot to tap/click
OK.
Re-enter the IP addresses. When
done, tap/click OK.
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