Related Manuals for Gigabyte GN-WP01GT
Summary of Contents for Gigabyte GN-WP01GT
- Page 1 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Super G Wireless PCI Adapter GN-WP01GT User’s Guide October 2004 - Revision 1.0...
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hardware Installation ... 9 Installing the Driver and Utility... 10 SmartSetup 3 ... 15 Chapter 3 Configuration... 18 Using the GIGABYTE Wireless Utility... 18 Current Status Tab ... 18 Site Survey Tab... 22 Profile Management Tab ... 23 Diagnostics Tab ... 36 Advanced Statistics ... - Page 3 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Appendix D Glossary ... 44 Appendix E Specifications ... 47 Appendix F Regulatory Information ... 49 Appendix G Warranty... 51...
- Page 4 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.
-
Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview The GIGABYTE WP01GT Super G PCI Adapter with SmartSetup 3 delivers to you with today’s fastest available wireless connection. The WP01GT Super G Wireless Adapter communicates over the 2.4GHz 802.11g wireless standard with throughput up to 15 times faster than the 11Mbps 802.11b while still remaining fully backward compatible with that... -
Page 7: Package Contents
If there are any missing or damaged parts, please contact your local distributor or dealer immediately. Operating Modes The GN-WP01GT PCI Adapter can operate in three modes: • 802.11b (11b) – 2.4GHz 11Mbs. This radio has a range of about 50 meters and a maximum throughput of 11 Mbit/s. -
Page 8: Leds
LEDs The WP01GT has two LED’s on the face plate next to the external antenna. The TOP LED is the Receive/Transmit indicator, while the BOTTOM LED is the Network Association LED. Please see the Figure 1 below. TOP LED BOTTOM LED Steady blink Steady blink Random blink... -
Page 9: Chapter 2 Installation
Installing PCI Adapter This chapter covers the installation of the WP01GT Adapter for your desktop PC. The following sections will assist you with proper installation of the PCI Adapter, and also with installing the necessary drivers and utilities. Hardware Installation You will need a Phillips head screwdriver to perform the installation as described below: Step 1: Power OFF your PC. -
Page 10: Installing The Driver And Utility
This section covers installation of the WP01GT wireless drivers and utility. You should use the drivers that are included on the CD-ROM rather than the default Windows drivers. The GIGABYTE WMAG drivers have special features and utilities that give you more stability and security than Window’s default “Wireless Zero Configuration”. - Page 11 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Step 2: Insert the WP01GT Setup CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Welcome screen will automatically open. Step 3: From the main menu, click Install Driver & Utility. Figure 5. WP01GT Welcome Screen...
- Page 12 Step 4: InstallShield will install the WP01GT drivers. Click Next to proceed. Figure 6. InstallShield Step 4: Setup will detect your operating system. Figure 7. InstallShield Detect Windows OS...
- Page 13 Step 5: If you receive the message Windows Logo Testing, click Continue Anyway Figure 8. Windows Logo Testing Step 6: Click Finish to complete installation. Figure 9. InstallShield Complete Super G Wireless PCI Adapter...
- Page 14 If there is a wireless network in the vicinity, the WP01GT will automatically associate and display the new wireless connection in your system tray. Also note the GIGABYTE wireless utility represented by the four green bars. Figure 10. New Wireless Connection Icon Congratulations.
-
Page 15: Smartsetup 3
GIGABYTE SmartSetup 3 is a powerful, yet user-friendly wireless network configuration wizard specially designed for GIGABYTE wireless networks. If you are connecting to a GIGABYTE wireless router, SmartSetup 3 will detect this and activate. In three easy steps, you can establish a bulletproof WPA wireless network AND configure your Internet connection. - Page 16 Passphrase. In the example below, we used ‘I love green eggs and ham’. Figure 12. SmartSetup 3 Define Passphrase Step 3: Your GIGABYTE router’s web configuration utility will automatically open, and detect your ISP type. Just key in the Username and Password. Done. Figure 13. Auto detecting your ISP type...
- Page 17 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Note: If Figure 13 does not appear, please type 192.168.1.254 in the address bar of your web browser, and click “Smart Setup” from the main menu which displays. For more information about SmartSetup 3, please see the enclosed Quick Start Guide.
-
Page 18: Chapter 3 Configuration
Using the GIGABYTE Wireless Utility This chapter explains how to use GIGABYTE Wireless Utility to view the client adapter’s status, and transmit and receive configuration settings. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Current Status - Displays the complete operation state of the WP01GT Site Survey - Displays all visible AP’s in the immediate wireless network. - Page 19 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Figure 14. Link Status Tab Profile Name – Network configuration (Profile) your Adapter is currently using. Creating and modifying a profile is done from the Profile Management Tab. Link Status – Displays the association status of the Adapter to a network. (Not Associated, Associated, Authenticating, Authenticated, Authentication Failed, Authentication Failed Retrying) Wireless Mode –...
- Page 20 Click Advanced if you want to view more detailed status information for your client adapter. The Advanced Status window appears (see Figure 15). Figure 15 – Advanced Status Window Network Name (SSID) - The name of the network to which your client adapter is currently associated.
- Page 21 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Note: This field shows up to 15 characters although the name of the access point may be longer. Associated AP IP Address - The IP address of the access point to which your client adapter is associated. It is shown only if the client adapter is in infrastructure mode.
-
Page 22: Site Survey Tab
searches for a channel. Frequency - The radio frequency that your client adapter is currently using for communications. This field displays "Scanning" while the client adapter searches for a frequency. Channel Set - The regulatory domain for which your client adapter is currently configured. -
Page 23: Profile Management Tab
Channel – The channel upon which the network broadcasts. Wireless Mode – The radio frequency which the network broadcasts. Profile Management Tab Every session runs under a Profile – even if it is the ‘default’ Profile. The Profile Management Tab displays your current wireless connection profile, and its details. - Page 24 Import – Import a profile configuration from file. Export – Export a profile configuration to a file. Order Profiles – Arranges the profiles in a list according to an order which is convenient to you. Radio - Toggle on or off the WP01GT wireless radio receiver. Profile Management >...
- Page 25 Profile Management > Security Screen The wireless security sub tab offers you the method of security (if any) you may select. Select WPA/WPA2, WPA/WPA2-Passphrase, 802.1x, Pre Shared WEP, or None. WPA/WPA2 is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption, and 802.1x is the RADIUS authentication service. The default setting is None. Figure 19.
- Page 26 To use WEP, select if you want Hex or ASCII method, enter a pre-shared key, select 64-bits, 128-bits, or 152-bits from the drop down box and click OK. Note: ASCII text WEP keys are not supported on GIGABYTE Routers, you must choose the Hexadecimal (0-9,A-F) option if you are connecting with these Access Points.
- Page 27 the Passphrase used by the access point with which you are planning to communicate. Click OK to save your changes and to return to the Profile Management window. Figure 21. Enter WPA Passphrase Using LEAP – Before you can enable LEAP authentication, your network access point must be configured for LEAP authentication.
- Page 28 Figure 22. LEAP Settings Use Temporary User Name and Password - Requires you to enter the LEAP username and password each time the computer reboots in order to authenticate and gain access to the network. Use Saved User Name and Password - Does not require you to enter a LEAP username and password each time the computer reboots.
- Page 29 LEAP was proven to be susceptible to dictionary attacks, and EAP-FAST is preferable to LEAP. In short, EAP-FAST is hardened LEAP with better crypto protecting the challenge/response mechanism. Using EAP-FAST – Before you can enable EAP-FAST authentication, your network access point must be configured for EAP-FAST authentication.
- Page 30 Use Saved User Name and Password - Does not require you to enter an EAP-FAST username and password each time the computer reboots. Authentication occurs automatically as needed using a saved username and password (which are registered with the RADIUS server). User Name –...
- Page 31 Figure 24 - Define Certificate Window Select a Certificate – Choose a certificate from the dropdown list. Trusted Root Certification Authorities – Choose an authority from the dropdown list. Server/Domain Name - Leave the Server/Domain Name field blank to allow the client to accept a certificate from any server that supplies a certificate signed by the certificate authority listed in the Server Properties drop-down list.
- Page 32 Figure 25 - Define EAP-TTLS Certificate Window Trusted Root certification Authorities – Choose the certificate authority from which the server certificate was downloaded in the drop-down list. User information for EAP-TTLS Authentication - Enter your EAP-TTLS username and password in the corresponding fields. Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC) If you want to enable PEAP (EAP-GTC) without WPA/WPA2, choose 802.1x under Set Security Options and PEAP (EAP-GTC) in the 802.1x EAP Type...
- Page 33 Figure 26 - Define PEAP Certificate Window Trusted Root Certification Authorities – Choose the certificate authority from which the server certificate was downloaded in the drop-down list. Set Password – Select Token or Static Password, depending on your users database. User information for PEAP (GTC) Authentication - Enter your PEAP username and password in the corresponding fields.
- Page 34 Figure 27 - Define EAP Server Window Trusted Root Certification Authorities – Choose the certificate authority from which the server certificate was downloaded in the drop-down list. User information for PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Authentication - Enter your PEAP username and password in the corresponding fields. Profile Management >...
- Page 35 Transmit Power Level - Specifies the preferred power level at which your client adapter transmits. Although the adapter supports up to 100 mW, the transmit power level that is actually used is limited to the maximum value allowed by your country's regulatory agency (FCC in the U.S., DOC in Canada, ETSI in Europe, TELEC in Japan, etc.).
-
Page 36: Diagnostics Tab
associate, click Preferred APs. The Preferred Access Points window appears Figure 29 – Specify MAC Access Points Leave the Access Point 1 through Access Point 4 fields blank or enter the MAC addresses of up to four preferred access points to which the client adapter can associate;... -
Page 37: Advanced Statistics
Figure 30 – Diagnostics Tab Transmit: Multicast Packets – Number of packets sent to a multicast address Broadcast Packets – Number of packets sent to a broadcast address Unicast Packets – Number of packets sent to a unicast address Total Bytes – Total bytes transmitted Receive: Multicast Packets –... - Page 38 Figure 31. Advanced Statistics Transmit Frames Transmitted OK – The number of total frames transmitted or received without errors. Frames received – The number of frames receive by the client. Frames Dropped – The number of frames dropped by the client. No ACK Frames –...
- Page 39 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Sometimes indicative of hacking/spoofing. Data Rate Mismatches - The number of times the client adapter tried to associate to an access point but was unable to because the adapter's data rate was not supported by the access point. Authentication Time-Out - The number of times the client adapter tried to authenticate to an access point but was unable to because the access point did not respond fast enough (timed out).
-
Page 40: Adapter Information Tab
Adapter Information Tab The Driver Info Tab displays the information of the card’s driver, MAC address and version date. Figure 31. Adapter Info Tab Utility Version -- The version number of the WP01GT utility. Utility Date -- The date of manufacture of the WP01GT utility file. Driver Version –... -
Page 41: Appendix Afaq
This section provides solutions to common problems that may occur during installation, configuration or use of the Adapter. What is Ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to Ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The Ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network.. -
Page 42: Appendix B Wireless Security
Appendix B Wireless Security The WP01GT, and all of GIGABYTE’s wireless offerings are all built to deliver the easiest and most secure wireless networking experience as possible. Please understand the following key points in order to enjoy a safe and secure wireless network. -
Page 43: Appendix C Troubleshooting
Problem 1: The WP01GT does not work correctly. Response : • Try removing and re-inserting the Adapter. Make sure that the WP01GT is FIRMLY seated into the PCI slot. • Uninstall the driver software from your PC, and try reinstalling. •... -
Page 44: Appendix D Glossary
Appendix D Glossary ADSL Asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) is a new modem technology that converts existing twisted-pair telephone lines into access paths for high-speed communication of various sorts. Auto-MDI/MDIX On a network hub or switch, an auto-MDI/MDIX port automatically senses if it needs to act as a MDI or MDIX port. - Page 45 Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Firewall A system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network. Firewalls can be implemented in both hardware and software, or a combination of both. Firewalls are frequently used to prevent unauthorized Internet users from accessing private networks connected to the Internet, especially intranets.
- Page 46 PPPoE Point-to-Point over Ethernet is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection. Router A device that forwards data packets along networks. A router is connected to at least two networks, commonly two LANs or WANs or a LAN and its ISP network.
-
Page 47: Appendix E Specifications
1. System Host Interface Operating Voltage 2. RF Performance 802.11b Frequency Band Modulation Technology Modulation Techniques Date Rates Typical Power Consumption Peak Output Power Minimum Receive Sensitivity Antenna 802.11g(backward compatible to 802.11b) Frequency Bands Modulation Technology Modulation Techniques Date Rates Typical Power Consumption Peak Output Power Receive sensitivity... - Page 48 Operating: 0 ~ 55 deg C, Storing: -20 ~ 65 deg C Max. 90% Non-condensing Windows 2000/XP WPA; AES; 802.1X client for Windows XP; 64/128/152 bit WEP Seamless roaming among 802.11b/g access Monitors the network situation. 120mm*121mm*20mm (120mm*81mm*20mm) 52.5(48.5)± 1 g Packaging specially used by Gigabyte. DGT (Taiwan) points.
-
Page 49: Appendix F Regulatory Information
CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC 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. - Page 50 When operating in France, this device may be operated under the following conditions: Indoors only, using any channel in the 2.4465-2.4835 GHz band. Trademarks: GIGABYTE is a registered trademark of GIGA-BYTE Technology, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers or owners.
-
Page 51: Appendix G Warranty
Of which if any defect is occurred due to accidents or any man-made factors, or any unauthorized torn-off or damage to GIGABYTE’s sticker on the product, GIGABYTE Technology will not provide after-sale services, such as: •...