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  • Page 1 • Wireless-B Notebook Adapter • Setup Wizard CD-ROM with Multi-language Quick Installation Guide and User Guide (English only) • Quick Installation 24 , Wireless-B 802.11b Notebook Adapter Quick Installation Guide Quick Installation Guide Wireless Wireless Model No. WPC11 (UK/EU) Model No. Model No.
  • Page 2 Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 98SE, Me, and 2000 Go directly to Step 2. NOTE TO WINDOWS XP USERS: Insert the Setup Wizard CD- ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Wel- come screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start but- ton and choose Run.
  • Page 3 In the SSID field, enter the SSID of your wireless network. The SSID must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all low- ercase). Click the Next button. If you chose Infrastructure Mode, go to step F now.
  • Page 4 Connecting the Notebook Adapter Turn off your notebook PC. Locate an available PCMCIA slot on your notebook PC. Insert the Adapter with the label side facing up, so the Adapter fits snugly in the PCMCIA slot. Turn on your notebook PC. NOTE FOR WINDOWS 2000 USERS: Digital Signature Not Found screen may appear during the installation of the...
  • Page 5 Driver Installation and Configuration for Windows XP Do NOT run the Wireless-B Notebook Adapter IMPORTANT FOR WINDOWS XP USERS: Setup Wizard. If the Setup Wizard runs automatically after the Setup Wizard CD- ROM has been inserted, click the Exit tab. Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter.
  • Page 6 Steps D and E are the instruc- NOTE: tions and screenshots for Windows XP with Service Pack 1 installed. If you have not installed Service Pack 1, select the network you want, and click the Connect button. If the network has WEP encryption enabled, enter the WEP key in the Network key field, and then click the Connect button.
  • Page 7 Technical Support Insert. You can also e-mail for further support. Website http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 8 A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Pakkens indhold • Trådløs-B Notebook-adapter • Cd-rom med guidet konfiguration og brugervejledning (kun på engelsk) • Installationsvejledning 24 , Trådløs-B 802.11b Notebook-adapter Quick Installation Guide Installationsvejledning Wireless Trådløs Model No. WPC11 (DK) Model No. Modelnr.
  • Page 9 Driverinstallation og konfiguration i Windows 98SE, Me og 2000 Fortsæt til trin 2. VIGTIGE OPLYSNINGER TIL WINDOWS XP-BRUGERE: Placer cd-rom’en med guidet konfiguration i cd-rom-drevet. Den guidede konfiguration køres automatisk, og figur A vises. Hvis det ikke er tilfældet, skal du klikke på knappen Start og vælge Run (Kør).
  • Page 10 (små bogstaver). Klik på knap- pen Next. Hvis du vælger Infrastructure Mode, skal du gå til trin F nu. Hvis du vælger Ad-Hoc Mode, skal du vælge den korrekte kanal til netværket. Den valgte kanal skal passe til den kanal, der er indstillet på...
  • Page 11 Tilslutning af notebook-adapteren Sluk notebook-pc’en. Find et tilgængeligt pc-kortstik på din notebook-pc. Indsæt adapteren med mær- katsiden opad i pc-kortstikket. Tænd notebook-pc’en. Windows begynder at kopiere driverfilerne til din computer. Hvis du bliver bedt om at plac- ere den originale Windows-cd- rom i cd-rom-drevet, skal du gøre dette og derefter angive den korrekte placering af Win-...
  • Page 12 Driverinstallation og konfiguration i Windows XP Windows XP finder automatisk adapteren. Placer cd-rom’en med guidet konfiguration og brugervejledning i cd-rom-dre- vet. Klik på alternativknappen ud for Installere softwaren automatisk (anbefales). Klik derefter på knappen Næste. Klik på knappen Udfør, når Win- dows er færdig med at install- ere driveren.
  • Page 13 I det skærmbillede, der vises, kan du se alle tilgængelige trådløse netværk. Vælg det ønskede netværk. Hvis dette netværk har WEP- kryptering aktiveret, skal du gå til trin E. Hvis dette netværk ikke har WEP-kryptering aktiveret, vises skærmbilledet i figur E. Kontrol- ler, at feltet ud for Tillad, at jeg opretter forbindelse til det markerede trådløse netværk,...
  • Page 14 Teknisk support (se arket om teknisk support). Websted http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys er et registreret varemærke tilhørende Cisco Systems, Inc. og/eller Cisco Systems asso- cierede selskaber i USA og visse andre lande. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. Alle ret- tigheder forbeholdes.
  • Page 15 User Guide (Guide de l'utilisateur, en ang- lais uniquement) • Un encart d'installation rapide • Une fiche de support technique 24 , Sans fil-B 802.11b Carte pour ordinateur portable Guide d’installation rapide Wireless Sans fil Model No. WPC11 (FR) Model No. Modèle...
  • Page 16 Installation et configuration du logiciel pour Windows 98SE, Me et 2000 REMARQUE À L’INTENTION DES UTILISATEURS DE WINDOWS XP : passez directement à l'Etape 2. Insérez le CD-ROM Setup Wizard (Assistant de configuration) dans le lecteur de CD-ROM. L'Assistant de configuration devrait démarrer automatiquement et l'écran ci-des- sous devrait apparaître.
  • Page 17 SSID de votre réseau sans fil. Le nom SSID doit être iden- tique pour tous les périphériques du réseau. Le paramètre par défaut est linksys (entièrement en minuscules). Cliquez sur le bouton Next (Suivant). Si vous sélectionnez Infrastructure Mode (Mode d'infrastructure), passez directement à...
  • Page 18 Connexion de l’ordinateur portable Mettez votre ordinateur portable hors tension. Localisez un connecteur PCMCIA dis- ponible sur votre ordinateur portable. Insérez-y la carte, la face portant une étiquette tournée vers le haut. Veillez à ce que la carte soit parfaitement insérée dans le connecteur PCMCIA.

  • Page 19: Pour Windows Xp

    Installation et configuration du pilote pour Windows XP REMARQUE IMPORTANTE POUR LES UTILISATEURS DE WINDOWS XP : N'exécutez PAS le Setup Wizard (Assistant de configuration) de la Carte pour ordinateur portable sans fil B. Si le Setup Wizard (l'Assistant de configuration) s'exécute automatiquement après inser- tion du CD-ROM de l'Assistant de configuration, cliquez sur l'onglet Exit (Quitter).
  • Page 20 REMARQUE : les étapes D et E contien- nent des instructions et des captures d’écran relatives à Windows XP avec le Service Pack 1 installé. Si vous n’avez pas installé le Service Pack 1, sélectionnez le réseau qui vous intéresse, puis cliquez sur le bouton Connexion.
  • Page 21 à la Fiche d'assistance technique. Site Web http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys est une marque de commerce ou une marque déposée de Cisco Systems, Inc. et de ses sociétés affiliées aux États-Unis et dans d'autres pays. © Cisco Systems, Inc., 2004. Tous droits réservés.
  • Page 22 A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Lieferumfang • Wireless-B Notebook-Adapter • Treiber-CD-ROM mit Kurzanleitung in mehreren Sprachen sowie Benutzerhandbuch (nur in englisch verfügbar) • Kurzanleitung • Technische Support-Beilage 24 , Wireless-B 802.11b Notebook-Adapter Kurzanleitung Wireless Wireless Model No. WPC11 (DE) Model No. Modell...
  • Page 23 Computer direkt mitein- ander vernetzt werden sollen. Geben Sie im Feld SSID (SS-ID) die SS- ID Ihres drahtlosen Netzwerks an. Die SS-ID muss für alle Netzwerkgeräte identisch sein. Die Standard-einstel- lung ist linksys (Kleinbuchstaben). Klicken Sie auf Next (Weiter).
  • Page 24 Wenn Sie die Option Infrastructure Mode (Infrastrukturmodus) aus- gewählt haben, fahren Sie jetzt mit Schritt F fort. Wenn Sie die Option Ad-Hoc Mode (Ad-Hoc-Modus) ausgewählt haben, bestimmen Sie den richtigen Betriebs- kanal für Ihr Netzwerk. Der aus- gewählte Kanal sollte mit dem Kanal übereinstimmen, der auf den anderen Geräten in Ihrem drahtlosen Netzwerk eingestellt ist.
  • Page 25 Anschließen des Notebook-Adapters Schalten Sie das Notebook aus. Suchen Sie auf Ihrem Notebook nach einem verfügbaren PCMCIA-Steck- platz. Setzen Sie die Karte mit der beschrift- eten Seite nach oben ein. Achten Sie darauf, dass die Karte exakt im PCM- CIA-Steckplatz eingesetzt ist. Starten Sie das Notebook neu.
  • Page 26 Installation und Konfiguration des Treibers für Windows XP WICHTIGER HINWEIS FÜR WINDOWS XP-BENUTZER: Führen Sie NICHT den Setup-Assis- tenten für die Wireless-B Notebook-Adapter aus. Wenn der Setup-Assistent automatisch nach Einlegen der CD-ROM gestartet wurde, klicken Sie auf die Schaltfläche Exit (Beenden).
  • Page 27 HINWEIS: Die Schritte D und E enthalten Anweisungen und Abbildungen für Win- dows XP mit installiertem Service Pack 1. Wenn Service Pack 1 nicht installiert ist, wählen Sie das gewünschte Netzwerk aus und klicken Sie auf die Schaltfläche Verbin- den. Wenn für das Netzwerk die WEP-Ver- schlüsselung aktiviert ist, geben Sie den WEP-Schlüssel in das Feld Netzwerk- schlüssel ein und klicken Sie dann auf die...
  • Page 28 Kontaktaufnahme mit dem technischen Kundendienst finden Sie in der technischen Support-Beilage. http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys ist eine eingetragene Marke bzw. eine Marke von Cisco Systems, Inc. und/oder deren Zweigorganisationen in den USA und anderen Ländern. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. Alle Rechte vorbehalten.
  • Page 29 (solo in inglese) • Guida di installazione rapida • Supplemento per l'assistenza tecnica 24 , Wireless-B 802.11b Adattatore per notebook Guida di installazione rapida Quick Installation Guide Wireless Wireless Model No. WPC11 (IT) Model No. Modello...
  • Page 30 installazione e configurazione del software per Windows 98SE, Me e 2000 passare direttamente alla Fase 2. NOTA PER GLI UTENTI DI WINDOWS XP: Inserire Setup Wizard CD-ROM (CD-ROM dell'installazione gui- data) nell'unità CD-ROM. L'esecuz- ione dell'installazione guidata dovrebbe partire automatica- mente e dovrebbe apparire la schermata riportata di seguito.
  • Page 31 L'SSID deve essere identico per tutte le perifer- iche presenti nella rete. L'impostazione predefinita è linksys (tutto in minuscolo). Fare clic sul pulsante Next (Avanti). Se si sceglie l'opzione Infrastruc- ture Mode (Modalità infrastruttura), passare direttamente alla Fase F.
  • Page 32 Collegamento dell’adattatore per notebook Spegnere il notebook. Individuare uno slot PCMCIA vuoto sul notebook. Inserire la scheda con l’etichetta rivolta verso l’alto in modo che si inserisca perfettamente nello slot PCMCIA. Riavviare il notebook. è possibile che venga visualiz- NOTA: zata la schermata Firma digitale non trovata sulla compatibilità...

  • Page 33: Per Windows Xp

    installazione e configurazione del driver per Windows XP NON eseguire l'installazione NOTA IMPORTANTE PER GLI UTENTI DI WINDOWS XP: guidata di Wireless-B PCI Adapter. Se l'installazione guidata si avvia automatica- mente dopo che è stato inserito Setup Wizard CD-ROM (CD-ROM dell'installazione guidata), fare clic sulla scheda Exit (Esci).
  • Page 34 le Fasi D ed E contengono le NOTA: istruzioni e gli screenshot di Windows XP con Service Pack 1 installato. Se Service Pack 1 non è installato, selezi- onare la rete desiderata e fare clic sul pulsante Connetti. Se sulla rete è atti- vata la cifratura WEP, immettere la chi- ave WEP nel campo Chiave di rete, quindi fare clic sul pulsante Connetti.
  • Page 35 Sito Web http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys è un marchio registrato o un marchio di fabbrica di Cisco Systems, Inc. e/o delle sue affiliate negli Stati Uniti e in altri paesi. © Cisco Systems, Inc., 2004. Tutti i diritti riservati.
  • Page 36 • CD-ROM de controladores com Manual de Instalação Rápida em vários idiomas e Manual do Utilizador (disponível apenas em inglês) • Instalação Rápida • Folha de suporte técnico 24 , fios-B 802.11b Placa para portáteis Instalação rápida Wireless Wireless Model No. WPC11 (PT) Model No. Modelo...
  • Page 37 Instalação e configuração de software para o Windows 98SE, Me e 2000 Avance directamente para o Passo 2. NOTA PARA UTILIZADORES DO WINDOWS XP: Coloque o CD-ROM Setup Wizard na unidade de CD-ROM. O Setup Wizard (Assistente de configuração) deverá ser executado automatica- mente e será...
  • Page 38 No campo SSID, introduza o SSID da rede sem fios. O SSID deverá ser idêntico para todos os dispositivos da rede. A predefinição é linksys (em minúsculas). Clique no botão Next (Seguinte). Se escolher Infrastructure Mode (Modo de infra-estrutura), vá para o Passo F.
  • Page 39 Ligar a placa PC Card para rede sem fios Desligue o computador portátil. Localize uma ranhura PCMCIA dis- ponível no computador portátil. Introduza a placa com o lado da etiqueta virado para cima, para que a placa fique bem encaixada na ranhura PCMCIA.
  • Page 40 Instalação e configuração de controladores para o Windows XP NÃO execute o Placa sem IMPORTANTE PARA OS UTILIZADORES DO WINDOWS XP: fios-B para portáteis Setup Wizard (Assistente de configuração do Placa sem fios-B para portáteis). Se o Setup Wizard (Assistente de configuração) for executado auto- maticamente depois de ter colocado o CD-ROM, clique no separador Exit (Sair).
  • Page 41 os passos D e E são as NOTA: instruções e capturas de ecrã para o Windows XP com o Service Pack 1 instalado. Se não tiver instalado o Ser- vice Pack 1, seleccione a rede preten- dida e clique no botão Ligar. Se a rede tiver a encriptação WEP activada, introduza a chave WEP no campo Chave de rede e, em seguida, clique no...
  • Page 42 Suporte técnico, consulte a Folha de suporte técnico. Web site http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys é uma marca registada ou marca comer- cial da Cisco Systems, Inc. e/ou empresas afilia- das nos E.U.A. e em determinados outros países. © Cisco Systems, Inc., 2004. Todos os direitos reservados.
  • Page 43 • CD-ROM del controlador con guía de instalación en varios idiomas y guía del usuario (sólo en inglés) • Instalación rápida • Suplemento de asistencia técnica 24 , Wireless-B 802.11b Adaptador para ordenador portátil Quick Installation Guide Instalación rápida Wireless Model No. WPC11 (ES) Model No. Modelo...
  • Page 44 Instalación y configuración del software en Windows 98SE, Me y 2000 Pase directamente al Paso 2. NOTA PARA USUARIOS DE WINDOWS XP: Inserte el Setup Wizard CD-ROM (CD-ROM del asistente de configu- ración) en la unidad de CD-ROM. El asistente de configuración se eje- cuta automáticamente y aparece la pantalla que se muestra a contin- uación.
  • Page 45 SSID (Identificador del conjunto de servicios) de la red inalámbrica. El SSID debe ser idéntico en todos los dispositivos de la red. El parámetro predeterminado es linksys (todo minúsculas). Haga clic en el botón Next (Siguiente). Si selecciona Infrastructure Mode, (Modo de infraestructura), vaya al paso F ahora.
  • Page 46 Conexión del adaptador para ordenador portátila Apague el ordenador portátil. Busque una ranura PCMCIA dis- ponible en el ordenador portátil. Introduzca la tarjeta con la etiqueta hacia arriba, de modo que encaje perfectamente en la ranura PCM- CIA. Reinicie el ordenador portátil. para usuarios de Windows 2000: NOTA: puede que aparezca la pantalla Firma...
  • Page 47 Instalación y configuración del controlador en Windows XP NO ejecute el asistente de NOTA IMPORTANTE PARA USUARIOS DE WINDOWS XP: configuración de la tarjeta. Si se ejecuta de forma automática al insertar el CD- ROM del asistente de configuración, haga clic en la ficha Exit (Salir). Windows XP detecta la tarjeta de forma automática.
  • Page 48 los pasos D y E son instrucciones NOTA: y capturas de pantalla para Windows XP con Service Pack 1 instalado. Si no tiene Service Pack 1 instalado, selec- cione la red que desea y haga clic en el botón Conectar. Si la red tiene activada la encriptación WEP, introduzca la clave WEP en el campo Clave de red y haga clic en el botón Conectar.
  • Page 49 Página Web http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys es una marca comercial registrada o marca comercial de Cisco Systems, Inc. y/o sus filiales en EE.UU. y otros países. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. Todos los derechos reservados.
  • Page 50 Innehåll i förpackningen • Wireless-B Adapter för bärbar dator • Cd-skiva med Installationsguide och användarhandbok (på engelska) • Snabbinstallation 24 , Wireless-B 802.11b Adapter för bärbar dator Snabbinstallationshandbok Quick Installation Guide Wireless Trådlöst Model No. WPC11 (SE) Model No. Modellnr...
  • Page 51 Installera och konfigurera drivrutin för Windows 98SE, Me och 2000 Gå vidare till steg 2. VIKTIGT FÖR WINDOWS XP-ANVÄNDARE: Sätt in cd-skivan med Installationsguiden i cd- enheten. Installationsguiden och bild A visas automatiskt. I annat fall kan du klicka på Start och sedan på...
  • Page 52 Standardinställningen är linksys (med små bokstäver). Klicka på Next (Nästa). Om du valde infrastrukturläget ska du gå vidare till steg F. Om du valde ad-hoc-läget ska du välja korrekt driftkanal för nätverket. Kanalen som du väljer ska överensstämma med den kanal som har ställts in för övriga enheter i det...
  • Page 53 Ansluta adaptern till bärbar dator Stäng av den bärbara datorn. Leta rätt på en ledig PC Card- kortplats på datorn. Sätt i adaptern med etikettsidan upp så att den sitter tätt i PC Card-kortplatsen. Starta den bärbara datorn. Drivrutinsfilerna börjar kopieras till datorn.
  • Page 54 Installera och konfigurera drivrutin för Windows XP Windows XP identifierar adaptern automatiskt. Sätt in installations-cd:n i cd-enheten. Klicka på alternativknappen bredvid Installera programvaran automatiskt (Rekommenderas). Klicka sedan på Nästa. Klicka på Slutför när installationen av drivrutinen är klar. Windows XP har ett inbyggt konfigureringsverktyg.
  • Page 55 Alla tillgängliga trådlösa nätverk visas på skärmen. Välj önskat nätverk. Gå till steg E om WEP-kryptering inte har aktiverats i det aktuella nätverket. Om WEP-kryptering inte har aktiverats i nätverket visas skärmen i bild E. Se till att kryssrutan bredvid Låt mig ansluta till det trådlösa nätverket trots att det inte är säkert är markerad.
  • Page 56 Information om hur du kontaktar vår tekniska supportavdelning finns i den särskilda bilagan. Webbplats http://www.linksys.com/international Linksys är ett registrerat varumärke eller ett varumärke som tillhör Cisco Systems, Inc. och/eller dess samarbetspartner i USA och vissa andra länder. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. Med ensamrätt.

  • Page 57: User Guide

    ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-B 802.11b User Guide Notebook Adapter WIRELESS WPC11 (EU) v4 Model No.
  • Page 58 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 59: Table Of Contents

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Notebook Adapter The Adapter’s LEDs Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 98SE, ME, and 2000 Chapter 5: Connecting the Notebook Adapter Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP...
  • Page 60 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter List of Figures Figure 4-1: The Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: The License Agreement Screen Figure 4-3: The Wireless Mode Screen Figure 4-4: The Wireless Channels Screen Figure 4-5: The Finalize Settings Screen Figure 4-6: The Congratulations Screen Figure 5-1: Connecting the Adapter to Your Laptop Figure 6-1: XP Setup Welcome Screen Figure 6-2: New Hardware Found screen...

  • Page 61: Chapter 1: Introduction

    The Linksys Wireless-B Notebook Adapter lets your notebook communicate within a Wireless-B (802.11b) storage, and/or transmission between users network, one of the most popular wireless network standards.

  • Page 62: What's In This Guide

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Adapter. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking.
  • Page 63 This appendix supplies the Adapter’s warranty information. • Appendix G: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Adapter’s regulatory information. • Appendix H: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide?

  • Page 64: Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

    Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point or wireless router. An integrated wireless and wired network is called an infrastructure network. Each wireless PC in an...

  • Page 65: Network Layout

    When you wish to connect your wired network with your wireless network, network ports on access points and wireless routers can be connected to any of Linksys's switches or routers. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international for more information about wireless products.

  • Page 66: Chapter 3: Getting To Know The Wireless-B Notebook Adapter

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Notebook Adapter The Adapter’s LEDs The Adapter has two LEDs to let you know how the card is functioning. Here are a description of those LEDs: Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the PC Card is powered on. Link Green.

  • Page 67: Chapter 4: Software Installation And Configuration For Windows 98Se, Me, And 2000

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 98SE, ME, and 2000 IMPORTANT: You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before connecting the Adapter. If The Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure. The Setup you are running Windows XP, connect the Adapter as Wizard will install the WLAN Monitor and driver, as well as configure the Adapter.

  • Page 68: Figure 4-2: The License Agreement Screen

    SSID (Service Set Identifier). The SSID is your network name and must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase). Next, choose a wireless mode. Click the Infrastructure Mode radio button if you want your wireless computers to network with computers on your wired network using an access point.

  • Page 69: Figure 4-4: The Wireless Channels Screen

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter 4. If you chose Infrastructure Mode, go to Step 5 now. If you chose Ad-Hoc Mode, select the correct operating channel for your network from the Channel drop-down menu. Then, select the Channel from the drop-down menu. Click the Next button, and go to Step 5. Click the Back button to change any settings. Channel - The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wireless network.

  • Page 70: Figure 4-6: The Congratulations Screen

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter 6. After the files have been successfully copied, the Congratulations screen will appear. Click the Exit button. Figure 4-6: The Congratulations Screen software: instructions for the computer Now that the software installation is complete, proceed to Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Notebook Adapter.

  • Page 71: Chapter 5: Connecting The Notebook Adapter

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Chapter 5: Connecting the Notebook Adapter 1. Turn off your notebook PC. IMPORTANT: Windows 98SE, ME, and 2000 users must run the Setup Wizard to install the software 2. Locate an available CardBus slot on your notebook PC. before connecting the Notebook Adapter.

  • Page 72: Chapter 6: Driver Installation For Windows Xp

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP After connecting the Adapter to your PC, as shown in Chapter 5, you’ll need to install the driver. Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click the radio button next to Install the software automatically (Recommended).

  • Page 73: Windows Xp Wireless Zero Configuration

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration NOTE: Windows XP has a built-in configuration tool. Use Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration (in the system tray at the bottom of your screen) to configure the Adapter. 1. After installing the Adapter, the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration icon will appear in your computer’s system tray.

  • Page 74: Figure 6-5: Network Connection - Wep

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter 3. If WEP is enabled, you will be asked to enter the network (WEP) key. Enter the WEP key of your wireless network in the Network key field, and re-enter it in the Confirm network key field. Then, click the Connect button, and proceed to step 4.

  • Page 75: Chapter 7: Using The Wlan Monitor

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor Overview Use the WLAN Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings. Accessing the WLAN Monitor After installing the Adapter, the Wireless-B Notebook Adapter WLAN Monitor icon will appear in your system tray. Double-click the icon.

  • Page 76: Figure 7-3: The Link Information Tab - More Information

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Clicking the More Information button displays much more information about the Adapter’s connection, as shown wep: a method of encrypting data transmitted on a below: wireless network for greater security. Wireless Network Status Status - The status of the wireless network connection. SSID - The unique name of the wireless network.

  • Page 77: The Site Survey Tab

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter The Site Survey Tab The Site Survey tab displays available networks and allows you to connect to them. The information about these networks are displayed as below: SSID - The SSID or unique name of the wireless network. Signal - The percentage of signal strength, from 0 to 100%.

  • Page 78: The Profiles Tab

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter The Profiles Tab The Profiles screen lets you save different configuration profiles for different network setups. You can also import or export profiles. The default profile holds the initial configuration saved when you ran the Setup Wizard. Profile - Name of the connection profile.

  • Page 79: Figure 7-6: Importing A Profile

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Import - Click the Import button to import a profile that has been saved in another location. Select the appropriate file and click the Open button. Figure 7-6: Importing a Profile Export - To save the profile(s) in a different location, click the Export button. Direct Windows to the appropriate folder and click the OK button.

  • Page 80: Creating A New Profile

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Creating a New Profile 1. On the Profiles tab, click the New button to create a new profile. Figure 7-8: The Profiles Tab 2. When the Create connection profile screen appears, enter a name for the new profile. Click OK to save the profile name or click Cancel to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 81: Figure 7-10: Profiles - Network Settings

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter 3. Enter your network’s settings on the Network Settings screen, which appears next. If your network has a DHCP server (or Router), click the radio button next to Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP) and click the Next button to continue. If your network does not have a DHCP server (or router), click the radio button next to Specify the IP address.

  • Page 82: Figure 7-12: Profiles - Wireless Channels

    It is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. This passphrase must match the passphrase of your wireless network and is compatible with other Linksys wireless products only. (If you have any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key(s) manually on those products.) WEP Key - This WEP key must match the WEP key of your wireless network.

  • Page 83: Figure 7-14: Profiles - Confirm New Settings

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter 7. The Confirm New Settings screen will appear. To save the new settings, click the Save button. To cancel the settings and return to the Profiles screen, click the Exit button. To edit the new settings, click the Back button.

  • Page 84: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international. Common Problems and Solutions 1.My computer does not recognize the Adapter.

  • Page 85: Frequently Asked Questions

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Frequently Asked Questions Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network? This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult the application’s documentation to determine if it supports operation over a network. Can I play multiplayer games with other users of the wireless network? Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a local network.
  • Page 86 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter such factors as signal strength and quality, as well as the message load currently being carried by each access point and the distance of each access point to the wired backbone. Based on that information, the node next selects the right access point and registers its address.
  • Page 87 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Would the information be intercepted while transmitting on air? WLAN features two-fold protection in security. On the hardware side, as with Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum technology, it has the inherent security feature of scrambling. On the software side, the WLAN series offers the encryption function (WEP) to enhance security and access control.

  • Page 88: Appendix B: Wireless Security

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation.
  • Page 89 This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network. Change your SSID to something unique and not something related to your company or the networking products you use.
  • Page 90 These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks...

  • Page 91: Appendix C: Windows Help

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Appendix C: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix.

  • Page 92: Appendix D: Glossary

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Appendix D: Glossary 802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
  • Page 93 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a network of computers. DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a lower probability of information being lost in transit.
  • Page 94 Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection.
  • Page 95 Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Topology - The physical layout of a network. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly.

  • Page 96: Appendix E: Specifications

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Appendix E: Specifications Standards: IEEE 802.11b Channels: 11 Channels (most of the Western Hemisphere) 13 Channels (most of Europe) LEDs: Power, Link WEP key bits: 64 Bit and 128 Bit Dimensions: 115 mm x 54 mm x 7,5 mm (4,5" x 2,1" x 0,3") Unit Weight: 47g (1,65 oz.) Power Consumption:...

  • Page 97: Appendix F: Warranty Information

    Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.

  • Page 98: Appendix G: Regulatory Information

    Wireless-B Notebook Adapter Appendix G: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications 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.
  • Page 99 Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och [Swedish]: andra relevanta bestämmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC. NOTE: If you need any technical documentation, see the “How to Access Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international” section for more information. Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 100 Safety: EN 60950 CE Marking For the Linksys Wireless-B and Wireless-G products, the following CE mark, notified body number (where applicable), and class 2 identifier are added to the equipment. Check the CE label on the product to find out which notified body was involved during the assessment.
  • Page 101 This product is designed for indoor usage only. Outdoor usage is not recommended. This product is designed for use with the included integral or external (dedicated) antenna(s). Use of non-dedicated or third-party antenna(s) is not recommended and is not supported by Linksys. Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 102 Note: The power output setting may not be available on all wireless products. For more information, refer to the documentation on your product’s CD or at http://www.linksys.com/international. Wireless Adapters Wireless adapters have the power output set to 100% by default. Maximum power output on each adapter does not exceed 20 dBm (100 mW);...
  • Page 103 7. Click the type of documentation you want. The document will automatically open in PDF format. Note: If you have questions regarding the compliance of these products or you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact your local sales office. Visit http://www.linksys.com/international for more details. Appendix G: Regulatory Information...

  • Page 104: Appendix H: Contact Information

    Appendix H: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com/international If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria support.at@linksys.com...

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