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Home Wireless Networks AirWay TransPort User Manual

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  • Page 1 TransPort User Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2000 Home Wireless Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. AirWay™ TransPort User Guide Part Number 84-xxxx-000 A0600 Home Wireless Networks, Inc. 3145 Avalon Ridge Place, Suite 200 Norcross, Georgia 30071-1582 The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Home Wireless Networks.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started ......... . . 4 About AirWay TransPort........4 Before You Begin .

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started About AirWay TransPort AirWay TransPort is a high-speed 802.11 wireless networking product that allows you to: Build a fast, flexible, secure Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) in your home or small business. Connect WLAN clients to an existing wired (Ethernet-based) LAN.

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    Each computer in your TransPort network must have the following: Microsoft Windows 95/98 An AirWay PCMCIA or PCI card A CD-ROM drive Checking Parts Your AirWay TransPort package contains the following items: AirWay TransPort (1) Power Supply Adapter (1) 9’ Ethernet RJ-45 Cable (1) Sheet of self-adhesive protective feet AirWay TransPort CD-ROM •...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    structures between TransPort and network computers, you will noticed degraded service. Per FCC guidelines on radio frequency radiation exposure, this product should not be installed within 20 cm (7.8 iuches) of the user or other nearby individuals. Do not install TransPort in the following locations: •...

  • Page 7: Use With Medical Devices

    This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power that is supplied to your location, consult your dealer or local power company. Do not overload the wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

  • Page 8: Battery Cautions

    posted in the area so indicate. Hospitals or health-care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF (radio frequency) energy. Battery cautions To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons caused by batteries, read and follow these instructions. Use only the proper type and size batteries.

  • Page 9: Installing Transport

    Installing TransPort Record the TransPort serial number. You will need this information during the software installation process and for configuration purposes. The serial number is located on the label beneath the cover. Refer to the accompanying illustrations for information on removing the cover and locating the serial number.
  • Page 10 modify to show slice Connect the Power Adapter to the TransPort module and plug the Adapter into a standard 120V electrical outlet. get illustration If connecting to a wired LAN, connect the provided Ethernet cable and plug it into a nearby Ethernet jack.

  • Page 11: Adding Computers To The Network

    Adding Computers To The Network To add a computer to your AirWay network, you must complete the following steps: Install network card (PCI or PCMCIA) Install TransPort drivers and software Note: You may be asked for your Windows CD-ROM during software installation.

  • Page 12: Installing A Pcmcia Card

    Install the TransPort drivers and software. Installing a PCMCIA Card Use the following procedure to install a PCMCIA card in a laptop computer. Turn off your laptop. Insert the AirWay PCMCIA card into the card slot on the laptop. Turn the laptop back on. Install the TransPort drivers and software.
  • Page 13 Note: The last eight digits of the TransPort serial number is your network SSID (Service Set Identifier). All computers in the network must have the same SSID. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing the TransPort software.

  • Page 14: Managing Your Transport Network

    Managing Your TransPort Network You can perform system administration and configuration from any computer in the network. There are two types of system administration modes: Standard and Advanced. Standard Mode Allows you to view the version and dates of your TransPort software driver, configuration utility and NIC firmware.

  • Page 16: Regulatory Statements

    Regulatory Statements United States Information for general telephones This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
  • Page 17 company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact the Home Wireless Networks Customer Service Center at 1-888-WHY-WIRE. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 18 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 or more of the...

  • Page 19: Canada

    Canada Equipment attachment limitations NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certain equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommuniations network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
  • Page 20 Interfence Information Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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