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Page 1: User Manual
54 Mbps Wireless PC Card Model #: 802CTG User Manual ™ Solutions for the Digital Life... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the PC Card Technical Support 2 Setting Up the PC Card 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Opening the Utility Window Using the Wireless Configuration Utility 4 Troubleshooting and FAQs Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec provides a single card solution for connecting to version “b” ( and version “g” ( Mbps perfect for the home office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec keys to your success. -
Page 4: Features
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Features b and IEEE 802.11 802.11 Mbps wireless network compatibility -, and -bit only with -bit routers) WPA_PSK -bit CardBus performance Card hot swapability with Plug-and-Play connectivity support Getting to Know the PC Card... -
Page 5: Technical Support
Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-perfor- mance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. E-mail: http://support.actiontec.com/email_support/support_form.php Internet: www.actiontec.com/support Chapter 1 Introduction Actiontec Electronics, Inc. - Page 6 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 8: Setting Up The Pc Card
Setting Up the PC Card The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Connection 1-2-3 to setting up the Card. It is recommended the user run Connection before attempting any other procedures. To set up the... - Page 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual 2. Get the Card from the Quick Start Kit, then click Next. 3. Find the Card) slot on the computer. This slot is usually located PCMCIA on the left or right side of the computer. Click Next.
- Page 10 Chapter 2 Setting Up the PC Card 4. Insert the Card in the slot. Make sure the Card’s label is facing up, PCMCIA and the gold-plated end is inserted first. Click Next. 5. Connection detects the Card. 1-2-3...
- Page 11 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual 6. The Card is detected. Click Next. 7. The Card connects to the closest available wireless network. Read the onscreen instructions, then click Next. ☞ Note: If more than one access point is nearby, the PC Card may connect to an access point other than the one the user expects.
- Page 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the PC Card 8. Click Finish, then reboot the computer. Card is installed, configured, connected to a wireless network, and ready for use.
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Page 14: Using The Wireless Configuration Utility
Opening the Utility Window To open the Utility, go to the right-hand corner of the desktop. In the System Tray (where the clock is located), double-click on the Actiontec Wireless Configuration Utility icon (shown in the red circle, below) The Wireless Configuration window appears on the desktop. -
Page 15: Using The Wireless Configuration Utility
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Using the Wireless Configuration Utility After double-clicking on the Wireless Configuration icon, the “Actiontec 54Mbps Wireless PC Card Utility” window appears. There are three tabs at the top of the window: Main, Security, and About. To select a particular tab, click on it. - Page 16 Chapter 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Not connected to network - If this entry appears in the Status text box, the Card is not connected to the selected wireless network. Connecting to network - If this entry appears in the Status text box, the in the process of connecting to a wireless network.
- Page 17 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Signal - The quality or strength of the wireless signal; this can be Best, Good, Normal, Poor, or Bad, in descending order of quality. BSS ID - The unique ID of the access point or base station.
- Page 18 Chapter 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility New Connection - In this tab, the connection’s basic settings can be modified. The tab’s options are as follows: Preferred SSID text box, enter the name of the network (up to 32 In the characters in length).
- Page 19 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Advanced - In this tab, the connection’s advanced settings can be modified. The tab’s options are as follows: There are two options in the which sets the maximum fragment length (in bytes) to any even number...
- Page 20 Chapter 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Current Configuration This section of the Main tab contains information about the current wireless connection, including SSID, BSS Type (Infrastructure or Ad Hoc), BSSID, Channel, and Tx Rate (the preferred transfer rate, which may be different from the actual transfer rate).
- Page 21 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Security Selecting Security in the Wireless Utility window displays the “Security” tab. In this tab, the Card’s mode of security can be configured. Privacy Mode Select the security mode from this list box. Selecting None provides no security;...
- Page 22 Chapter 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Enable Mixed Mode When Privacy Mode is set to None or Authentication Mode is set to None), the “Enable Mixed Mode” check box can be accessed. Click in the appropriate check box to activate and allow the to connect to both protected and non-protected access points or base stations.
- Page 23 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual 2. Type the appropriate 3. Select an authentication type from the “Authentication” list box (Open System, Shared Key, or Auto Switch). 4. In the “Key Format” section, select the key’s character type (64-bit, 128-bit, or 256-bit).
- Page 24 Chapter 3 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Personal Certificate - If “ “Personal Certificate” section is active. Select a personal certificate for authenti- cating the Card from here. Server Certificate - If “ the Protocol section, the “Server Certificate” section is active. Clicking in the “Validate”...
- Page 25 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual About Selecting About in the Wireless LAN Utility window displays the “About” tab. This tab displays the version numbers for the Card’s operating system, utility, driver, firmware, and EEPROM...
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Page 26: Troubleshooting And Faqs
Card is still not recognized, the computer may have a driver installed for another plete installation files from the Actiontec driver and utility in the Control Panel. Restart the computer and rerun Connection The PC Card doesn’t work properly after the Configuration Utility is installed. -
Page 27: Frequently Asked Questions
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual ☞ Note: To share files between the two computers, they must have the same Workgroup name, and file/folder sharing must be enabled. The PC Card is not connecting to the Internet in Infrastructure mode. - Page 28 My PC Card seems to be installed correctly and it says that it is getting a link, but I can’t access the internet. What should I do? First, disable any network adapters installed on your computer. If these adapters were installed prior to the nection.
- Page 29 Card uses its own utility (which includes a site survey) for configuration, and turns off the Wireless Zero Configuration utility. To use of Actiontec’s, activate “External Configuration” in the Main tab of the Wireless Configuration Utility (see page How do I enable WEP in XP using the Wireless Zero Configuration Utility? First, make sure the Card is correctly installed in the computer.
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Page 30: A Specifications
Specifications General Model Number (54 Mbps Wireless 802CTG Standards b/g (Wireless) IEEE 802.11 Certification (available for products purchased in Europe) Frequency Band 2.4835 GH Interface Type bit CardBus II 32- Data Rate 802.11b: up to 11 M 802.11g: up to... -
Page 31: Led Indicators
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual LED Indicators Power, Activity Environmental Operating Temperature 0 º C to 55 º C (32 º F to 131 º F) Storage Temperature -20 º C to 70 º C (-4 º F to 158 º F) -
Page 32: Glossary
Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover- age area of the access point and remain connected to the network. -
Page 33: Ethernet Network
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traf- fic to and from the Internet. - Page 34 PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of the network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “...
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Page 36: Notices
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo – United States only. -
Page 37: Miscellaneous Legal Notices
© Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Actiontec Installation Buddy, Connection 2004 Solutions for the Digital Life, Actiontec Digital Gear, and the Actiontec logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Actiontec Electronics, Inc. All other names are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 38: Limited Warranty
Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its program specifica- tions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the media con- taining software against failure during the warranty period. - Page 39 The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at Actiontec Electronics’ expense, not later than thirty (30) days after Actiontec Electronics receives the defective product.
- Page 40 This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law. Dispute Resolution: The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics’ response to the complaint. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Technical Support, the Customer is instructed to contact the Director of Marketing.
- Page 41 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.