Socket Go Wi-Fi! P320 User manual

User Manual
Go Wi-Fi!®P320/P320X
802.11a/b/g WLAN SDIO Card
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April 2009 Document # 6410-00314 A
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2009 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.
Socket, the Socket logo and Go Wi-Fi! are trademarks or registered trademarks of Socket Mobile,
Inc. Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other brand and product names are
trademarks of their respective holders.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of Socket Mobile is expressly
prohibited. Please be aware that the products described in this manual may change without
notice.
Feel free to contact Socket Mobile at:
Socket Mobile, Inc.
39700 Eureka Drive
Newark, CA 94560-4808
USA
Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for anything resulting from the
application of information contained in this manual. Please refrain from any applications of the
Socket Mobile product that are not described in the user manual. Please refrain from
disassembling the Socket Go Wi-Fi! P320 and P320X SDIO cards. Disassembly will void the
product warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and technical bulletins by visiting the
Socket Mobile website at: http://www.socketmobile.com
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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.
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.
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.
Testing was performed on Notebook PC with antennas at 5 mm spacing. The maximum SAR
value is: 0.476 W/kg.
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Table of Contents
Copyright Notice................................................................................................................. 2
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement........................................... 3
1. ................................................................................................................. 5Introduction
1.1 ...................................................................................... 5Key Features Supported
1.2 .......................................................................................... 5System Requirements
2. ............................................................................... 6Installing the P320/P320X Driver
2.1 ........................................... 6Installing the driver CAB file with a Memory Card
2.2 .......................................... 6Installing the driver with Synchronization Software
3. ........................................................................................ 7Create Access Point Profile
4. ..................................................................................... 10Connect to the Access Point
5. ............................................................. 11Check IP Address after WLAN Connection
6. ..................................................................................................... 12Technical Support
6.1 .............................................................................................. 12Limited Warranty
6.2 .............................................................................. 13Limited Software Warranty
6.3 ......................................................................................................... 14Disclaimer
6.4 ............................................................. 14Regulatory Compliance for Go Wi-Fi!
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Socket Go Wi-Fi! P320/P320X 802.11a/b/g SDIO WLAN card. This
User Manual provides instructions for using the P320/P320X driver on ARMV4I processor based
handheld devices running Windows Mobile 5 or Windows Mobile 6.
1.1 Key Features Supported
The provided Go Wi-Fi! P320/P320X driver has the following features and security protocols:
Support 802.11 a/b/g
Works with Microsoft Wireless Zero Config (WZC)
Supports Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC or Windows Mobile 6.0 Classic
Supports ARMV4I processor type
Supports WEP 64/128-bit encryption
Supports WPA/WPA2 – pre-shared key (PSK) and enterprise versions, which support
TKIP and AES-CCMP encryption types
1.2 System Requirements
Mobile devices with:
Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC or Windows Mobile 6.0 Classic
ARMV4I processor type
An SDIO slot
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2. Installing the P320/P320X Driver
2.1 Installing the driver CAB file with a Memory Card
1. Copy the driver CAB file from the Driver CD onto a memory card. Alternatively, download
the driver CAB file online
2. Insert the memory card into the device.
3. Use File Explorer to copy the CAB file to the device, then navigate to the CAB file
4. Tap on the CAB file to install it. Follow the instructions to complete the installation
2.2 Installing the driver with Synchronization Software
1. Use a serial/USB connection cable or cradle to make an active connection between your
device and a host PC
If your host computer is running Windows Vista, use the Windows Mobile Device Center.
Download it from the Microsoft website
If your host computer is running Windows 2000/XP,
ouse ActiveSync 4.5 or greater for Windows Mobile 6.0
ouse ActiveSync 4.0 or greater for Windows Mobile 5.0
2. Insert the Driver CD into your host PC. Alternatively, download the driver EXE file online
and save on the local PC
3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access the CD-ROM drive or the local PC
drive. Click on the Socket_P320_x.x.x.x.exe (e.g.: Socket_P320_3.1.9.0.exe for the
driver version 3.1.9.0). It will launch the InstallShield Wizard as below.
4. Follow the InstallShield Wizard steps to complete the driver installation
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3. Create Access Point Profile
1. Insert the Go Wi-Fi! P320/P320X card into the SDIO slot of your device. Once the WLAN
card is initialized and the driver is loaded, a radio tower icon shows up at the top bar.
2. Tap on the tower icon, then on the “Settings” on the pop-up Connectivity window, it will
take you to the following screen.
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3. Click on “Wi-Fi”, it will show the list of the available WLAN access points.
4. Select the access point that you want to connect to (in this example: “atheros_test”). Click
on the menu item “Connect”. If it is the first time connecting to this access point, it will
create a new profile. Otherwise, it will start the WLAN connection
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If it is the first time connecting to the access point, it will bring you to the following profile creation
screens.
At the first screen next, you can enter “Network name”. The access point name is used as the
default network name. Follow the “Next” soft key to move to the next screen.
Next, select the authentication and encryption methods corresponding to the selected access
point. Then, enter the right network key. Follow the “Next” soft key to move to the next screen
until “Finish” to complete the profile creation.
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4. Connect to the Access Point
Once you finish the profile creation or you clicked “Connect” on an access point with profile
already created, the PDA starts to try connecting to the WLAN access point you selected.
The screen below shows that the device is connected to the access point.
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5. Check IP Address after WLAN Connection
You can check the IP address assigned to the device by going to the “Network Adapters” tab and
select the “AR6001 WLAN SDIO” entry.
You can check the network connectivity by pinging this IP address from a network computer.
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6. Technical Support
Socket has two technical support resources to help you. Please note that support is available only
in English.
Online Knowledge Base: Search for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot Topics any
time. www.socketmobile.com/support/ Click on FAQs.
Online Requests: Register your product and submit a question.
www.socketmobile.com/support/support/login.asp
By Phone: Call our Tier 1 Technical Support:
USA & Canada Toll-free: 800-279-1390
Direct: [phone]
6.1 Limited Warranty
Socket Mobile Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and
workmanship, under normal use and service, for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Incompatibility is not a defect covered by the Socket warranty. During the warranty period,
Socket will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished
with proof of retail purchase, provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an
authorized Socket Service Center.
The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization (RMA) number
issued by Socket Mobile or by an authorized Socket Service Center. If you ship the product,
you must use the original container or equivalent and you must pay the shipping charges to
Socket. Socket will pay surface shipping charges back to any location in the contiguous
United States. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not
transferable.
Socket may, at its option, replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned parts and
the returned product becomes the property of Socket. Socket warrants the repaired or
replaced products to be free from defects in material or workmanship for ninety (90) days
after the return shipping date, or for the remainder of the original warranty period, whichever
is greater.
This warranty does not cover the replacement of products damaged by abuse, accident,
misuse or misapplication, nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket.
SOCKET IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGES FOR
PERSONAL INJURY. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so that the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
This product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new.
For warranty information, please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com
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6.2 Limited Software Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY. Socket Mobile, Inc. (Socket) warrants that the original disk or CD
ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE.
CUSTOMER REMEDIES. The entire liability of Socket and your exclusive remedy shall be, at
the option of Socket, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE
which does not meet the Socket Limited Warranty and which is returned to Socket with a
copy of your receipt. Any replacement SOFTWARE will be warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty period or 30 days, whichever is longer. THESE REMEDIES ARE NOT
AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES. Socket disclaims all other warranties, either express or implied,
including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, with respect to the SOFTWARE and the accompanying written materials. This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others which vary from state to
state.
NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event shall Socket or its suppliers
be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of
business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss)
arising out of the use of or inability to use the SOFTWARE, even if Socket has been advised
of the possibility of such damages. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not
apply to you.
EXPORT LAW ASSURANCES. You may not use or otherwise export or reexport the
SOFTWARE except as authorized by United States law and laws of the jurisdiction in which
the SOFTWARE was obtained. In particular, but without limitation, none of the SOFTWARE
may be used or otherwise exported or reexported (a) into (or to a national or resident of) a
United States embargoed country or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s list of
Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Table of Denial
Orders. By using the SOFTWARE, you represent and warrant that you are not located in,
under control of, or a national or resident of any such country or on any such list.
GOVERNMENT END USERS. If the SOFTWARE is supplied to the U. S. Government, the
SOFTWARE is classified as “restricted computer software” as defined in clause 52.227-19 of
the FAR. The U. S. Government ‘s rights to the SOFTWARE are as provided in clause
52.227-19 of the FAR.
CONTROLLING LAW AND SEVERABILITY. This License shall be governed by the laws of
the United States and the State of California. If for any reason a court of competent
jurisdiction finds any provision, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, the remainder of this
License shall continue in full force and effect.
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6.3 Disclaimer
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY WARRANTED BY SOCKET MOBILE, INC, THIS
PRODUCT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW, SOCKET MOBILE DOES NOT ASSUME ANY PRODUCT
LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE APPLICATION OR USE OF
ANY PRODUCT OR APPLICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN.
PORTIONS OF THIS SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDED BY THEOPENSSL PROJECT OR ERIC
YOUNG “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE OPENSSL
PROJECT, ERIC YOUNG OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS
OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND
ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR
TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE
USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
6.4 Regulatory Compliance for Go Wi-Fi!
Go Wi-Fi! is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they
are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved and users are not
required to obtain license or authorization before using.
Regulatory Compliances
US
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B Section 15.107, 15.109
FCC Part 15 Subpart C Section 15.207, 15.247
FCC Part 15 Subpart E Section 15.207, 15.209, 15.407
FCC Procedure ANSI C63.4 (2003)
FCC SAR OET65
Canada
IC RSS-210
Europe
CE EN 300 328, EN 301 489, EN 301 893, EN 62311, EN 60950
Japan
TELEC STD-T33, STD-T66, STD-T71 (W52, W53, W56)
This product is in compliance with the EU Directive 2002/95/EC for Restriction of Hazardous
Substances (RoHS).
Product Disposal
This product should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.
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