Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF Card User manual

10/100 Ethernet CF Card™
CompactFlash and PC Card solutions for
Pocket PCs. Handheld PCs, and pen tablets
running:
- Windows Mobile 5.0
- Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
- Windows CE 2.11 or 3.0
User's Guide

8/2005 Document # 6410-00169 G
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2005 Socket Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. The
10/100 Ethernet CF Card includes technology licensed under United States
Patent Nos. 4,543,450, 4,603,320, 4,686,506, and 4,972,470.
Socket and the Socket logo are registered trademarks of Socket
Communications, Inc. Socket Communications, Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF
Card and Mobility Friendly are trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective
holders.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of
Socket Communications is expressly prohibited. Please be aware that the
products described in this manual may change without notice.
Feel free to contact Socket Communications at:
Socket Communications, Inc.
37400 Central Court
Newark, CA 94560
Other than the above, Socket Communications can assume no responsibility
for anything resulting from the application of information contained in this
manual.
Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of
the Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF Card that are not described in this manual.
Socket Communications 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 Socket’s website at www.socketcom.com.

Table of Contents
Copyright Notice 2
1 | INTRODUCTION 2
About the Software 2
System Requirements 2
Package Contents 3
Product Registration 4
2 | SETUP 5
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information 5
STEP 2: Install the Software 7
STEP 3: Enter Network Settings 9
STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN 15
Status Indicator LEDs 15
OPTIONAL: Use ActiveSync over a Network 18
OPTIONAL: Use the Control Panel Applet 21
APPENDICES
A | SPECIFICATIONS 24
B | TROUBLESHOOTING 25
C | TECHNICAL SUPPORT 27
Limited Warranty 28
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1 | Introduction
Would you like to ActiveSync your mobile
computer in the fastest and most convenient
way possible?*Do you need to back up or
restore files in a flash? Then you need Socket’s
10/100 Ethernet CF Card. It’s the best solution
for accessing hi-speed networks running up to
100 Mbps.
The sleek design integrates a Type I CompactFlash card and network connector
into one durable unit. It is among the lowest in its class in power consumption.
About the Software
Socket’s enhanced drivers for Windows Mobile help you save
time and effort with special auto-launch and network
monitoring features. You can set your mobile computer to
automatically launch ActiveSync or any other program
whenever you insert the card, minimizing the time and effort to
connect. You also have instant access to key network settings.
Software updates: www.socketcom.com/product/ethernet_10100.asp
System Requirements
Your mobile computer should meet these minimum requirements:
•Any of the following operating systems:
−Windows Mobile 5.0
−Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
−Windows CE v2.11 or later
•Available CompactFlash or PC Card slot that supports CF+ I/O.
(CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapter required if using a PC Card slot.)
•During installation, you will need a desktop or laptop computer that
meets these minimum requirements:
−Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP
−Microsoft ActiveSync
(Windows Mobile 5.0 devices require ActiveSync 4.0 or greater.)
*ActiveSync 4.0 does not support synchronization over Ethernet. Because
Windows Mobile 5.0 devices require ActiveSync 4.0, these devices cannot
synchronize over Ethernet. Devices running a previous version of Windows
Mobile can synchronize over Ethernet using a previous version of
ActiveSync.
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For some HPC Pros, the CompactFlash slot only supports
memory I/O and is not compatible with the 10/100 Ethernet CF
Card; only the PC Card slot supports CF+ I/O. If you have one
of these computers, use a CF-to-PC Card adapter to insert the
card into the PC Card slot.
WARNING!
If you are NOT using Windows Mobile 5.0, DO NOT
install ActiveSync 4.0, or you will not be able to
synchronize your mobile computer 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, then Socket recommends that you
use an older version of ActiveSync that supports
device synchronization over Ethernet.
Package Contents
The 10/100 Ethernet CF Card package includes these items:
•A Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF Card (CompactFlash Type I)
•The 10/100 Ethernet Installation Disc
•Booklet containing copyright and warranty information
CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapters are available separately online
from Socket at: www.socketcom.com/shop/
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Product Registration
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products.
Registered users receive priority for technical support, product updates, and
special offers. Register your card online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg.
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2 | Setup
This chapter explains how to set up and use the 10/100
Ethernet CF Card on a Pocket PCs, Handheld PCs, and
pen tablets running:
- Windows Mobile 5.0
- Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
- Windows CE 2.11 or 3.0
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 port.
OPTIONAL: Use ActiveSync over a Network
OPTIONAL: Use the Control Panel Applet
STEP 1: Prepare Network Information
Contact your network administrator for the network settings. A text-only form
that you can email to your network administrator is available in the Docs folder
in the installation CD and online at:
www.socketcom.com/support/support_ethernet.asp
Does the network support DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)?
YES. If Yes, then what is the valid range of IP addresses for your network?
_______________________________________________________
NO. If No, then please any of the following IP addresses required by
your network (you may need only some):
(a) Mobile Computer IP address: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(b) Subnet Mask: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(c) Default Gateway: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(d) Primary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(e) Secondary DNS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(f) Primary WINS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
(g) Secondary WINS: _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
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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.
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STEP 2: Install the Software
Follow these steps for software installation BEFORE inserting the 10/100
Ethernet CF Card:
1. Use a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to connect your mobile
computer to a host PC.
2. In order to synchronize data, there must be a partnership (not a guest
connection) between the mobile computer and host PC.
•If you already established a partnership between the two computers,
they should automatically connect and begin synchronizing.
•If no partnership exists between the two computers, a screen will
appear asking if you would like to set one up. Select Yes and click
Next>. Follow the remaining screens on your host PC until the
partnership has successfully been established.
IMPORTANT! You must set up a partnership (not
a guest connection), or you will not be able to
synchronize data between your mobile computer
and host PC!
3. Insert the Socket 10/100 Ethernet Installation Disc into the host PC.
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4. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access the CD drive. In the
CD, click on SETUP.EXE.
5. The installation wizard should begin. Follow the instructions on your
host PC and mobile computer until installation is complete.
6. After completing the installation, disconnect the mobile computer from the
cable/cradle. Soft reset the mobile computer by pushing the reset button.
IMPORTANT! Soft reset your mobile computer after
software installation!
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STEP 3: Enter Network Settings
Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE and Windows Mobile 5.0
1. Open the Configure Network Adapters screen:
Windows Mobile 5.0:
Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Network Cards.
Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE:
Tap Start | Settings | Connections | 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.
•The Internet: For connecting from home and/or via an ISP
•Work: For connecting to a private network, such as at work, or a
proxy network.
Note: 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 any IP addresses, (i.e., your network uses
DHCP), tap ok. You are now ready to proceed to STEP 4 to insert the
card and connect to a network.
4. If you DO need to enter any IP addresses, tap Socket 10-100 Driver.
5. In the next screens, enter your network settings from the Network
Information Form. Select Use specific IP address to enter any necessary
IP addresses.
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If needed, tap on the Name Servers tab to enter DNS and WINS
addresses.
Note: If using a static IP
address, you may need to enter
the host computer’s IP address
in the WINS field to use
ActiveSync.
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.
Do not soft reset a Pocket PC 2003 when a Socket card is
inserted, or errors may occur in application(s) using the card.
If errors occur, remove the card and soft reset the device. Wait
for the device reset to finish before you re-insert the card.
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Pocket PC 2000/2002
1. Pocket PC 2000: Go to Start | Settings | Connections | Network.
Pocket PC 2002: Go to Start | Settings | Connections | Network Adapters.
2. In the Network Connections screen, select Socket 10-100 Driver.On a
Pocket PC 2002, tap on the Properties button.
3. In the next screens, enter your network settings.
−For DHCP, select Use server-assigned IP address. Otherwise select
Use specific IP address and enter the necessary information.
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−If needed, tap on the Name Servers tab to enter DNS and WINS
addresses. If using a static IP address, you may need to enter the
host computer’s IP address in the WINS field to use ActiveSync.
−When done, tap ok.
IMPORTANT! If you forget to tap ok, your
settings will not take effect!
4. Soft reset your Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.
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Handheld PC Pros, Handheld PC 2000s and Pen Tablets
1. Go to Start | Settings | Control Panel | Network.
2. In the next screen, select Socket 10-100 Ethernet Driver. Tap Properties.
3. The IP Address screen will appear. Following your completed Network
Information Form, enter the appropriate settings for your network.
4. If needed, click on the Name Servers tab to enter any necessary DNS or
WINS addresses.
Note: If using a static IP address, you may need to enter the host
computer’s IP address in the Primary WINS field to use ActiveSync.
5. When done entering all your network settings, tap OK.
IMPORTANT! Your new settings will not take effect if
you forget to tap OK!
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STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN
1. If you have not done so already, soft reset your mobile computer.
Do not soft reset a Pocket PC 2003 when a Socket
card is inserted. Wait for the device reset to finish
before you insert the card.
2. Insert the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card into your mobile
computer. Make sure the card is right-side up.
Use a PC Card adapter to insert the card into a PC
Card slot.
3. Plug a cable from your LAN into the connector at the
top of the card.
4. LEDs on the card should turn on and/or blink,
depending on the connection status.
Status Indicator LEDs
LED LED Activity Meaning
Link
Solid Green Good Link
100 Solid Orange 100 Mbps mode
Activity
Blinking Green Activity
Collision
Solid Orange Collision
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5. If you would like to check if you have a good connection, do the
following:
(a) When ActiveSync automatically launches, close the program. Tap the
button in the upper right corner.
(b)Check to see if the Link Status LED has a steady green light to
denote a good connection. If the Activity Status LED is
blinking, your device is communicating with your network.
(c) Verify that the connection has a valid IP address for your network.
•Open the Socket 10/100 applet.
Pocket PC: Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Socket 10/100
HPC: Tap Start | Settings | Control Panel | Socket 10/100
•In the IP Info screen, check the IP Address field.
−If your network uses a static IP address, make sure it appears correctly.
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−If your network uses DHCP, make sure the IP address is within the
valid range for your network.
(d)Test you web access. Start Pocket Internet Explorer. Enter a URL and
test to see if it appears correctly. If you cannot enter a URL because the
address bar does not appear, tap View | Address Bar.
Windows Mobile 2003: When turning your device ON or OFF
(resume/suspend) with the 10/100 Ethernet card in the CF slot,
wait a minimum of three (3) seconds before cycling the power state
(OFF/ON). Changing the power state more quickly than this may
result in a failed network connection. If a connection is not
established, remove and reinsert the card.
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OPTIONAL: Use ActiveSync over a Network
IMPORTANT! ActiveSync 4.0 does not allow synchronization
over Ethernet. Make sure you are using a previous version of
ActiveSync. Windows Mobile 5.0 devices, which require
ActiveSync 4.0, cannot perform this procedure.
Pocket PC 2003/2003SE
1. Tap Start | ActiveSync.
N
ote: In order to use
A
ctiveSync, you must have
p
reviously created a
p
artnership (not a guest
connection) between the device
and host PC!
2. Tap Tools | Options.
3. In the next screen, check Sync with this PC during manual sync. Tap ok.
4. In the main ActiveSync screen, tap Sync. The Pocket PC will begin to
synchronize data with your host PC.
5. To stop ActiveSync, tap Stop. You will still have network access, but you
will not be able to synchronize data between your Pocket PC and host PC.
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