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WMC6300
Wireless Modem Card
Windows 2000 and XP
User's Guide
Version 3.0.78
Copyright © 2003-2004, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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  • Page 1 WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card Windows 2000 and XP User’s Guide Version 3.0.78 Copyright © 2003-2004, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3 MeshNetworks products and technology are protected by US and international patent and patent pending technology. This document represents the current MEA design; the contents are subject to change at any time at the discretion of MeshNetworks, Inc. MEA, MeshTray, and MeshNetworks’ logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of MeshNetworks, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..........................1 General System Requirements.....................2 Windows XP Minimum Requirements.................2 Windows 2000 Minimum Requirements................3 What’s in the Box ........................3 FCC Approved Antennas for WMC6300 ................3 WMC6300 External Connections and Lights...............4 Installing MEA Software with a Windows XP Operating System ........5 Installing MEA Software with a Windows 2000 Operating System........11 INSTALLING THE WMC6300 WIRELESS MODEM CARD............16 Connect the Antenna Assembly (Laptop Computer)............16...
  • Page 6 MeshTray Routing Tab (Optional) ..................45 Routing Icons ........................46 Terminating MeshTray......................47 TROUBLESHOOTING USING MESHAPI..................48 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION ..................49 LICENSE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION................50 REGULATORY INFORMATION....................54 FCC Information ........................54 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement ................54 Safety Information for the MEA WMC6300 ................55 SAFETY CERTIFICATION......................56 CE Mark Certification......................56...
  • Page 7 WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide List of Figures Figure 1. WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card ................2 Figure 2. WMC6300 Antenna Port and LED Indicators............4 Figure 3. MEA Setup - Welcome Dialog Box.................5 Figure 4. MEA Setup - License Agreement Dialog Box ............6 Figure 5.
  • Page 8 MeshNetworks Figure 29. Hardware Installation Dialog Box.................22 Figure 30. Found New Hardware Wizard - Complete ............22 Figure 31. Found New Hardware Wizard – WMC6300 PC Card ..........23 Figure 32. Found New Hardware Wizard Loading Files............23 Figure 33. Hardware Installation Dialog Box - WMC6300 PC Card........24 Figure 34.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Wireless Modem Card. If you wish to skip this introduction and begin installation, directly...

  • Page 10: General System Requirements

    Access to the core network is controlled by the network administrator according to current operating practices. This document provides detailed installation and configuration instructions for installing the MEA WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card and supporting software. General System Requirements For best results, ensure the computers meet the following minimum requirements.

  • Page 11: Windows 2000 Minimum Requirements

    • MEA WMC6300 Software and Documentation CD ROM The MEA CD ROM contains an online version of the MEA WMC6300 User’s Guide in Adobe PDF format. The CD also contains an installation executable to load Adobe Acrobat Reader software if it is not already resident on your computer.

  • Page 12: Wmc6300 External Connections And Lights

    MeshNetworks WMC6300 External Connections and Lights The WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card is designed for insertion into an industry-standard Type II PCMCIA card slot located in a Host device. The WMC6300 has an antenna port to connect the external antenna and two LED Indicators. As shown in...

  • Page 13: Installing Mea Software With A Windows Xp Operating System

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Installing MEA Software with a Windows XP Operating System The following procedure outlines the installation of the MEA software on a typical Windows XP platform. Some of the steps may vary slightly based on the configuration of the individual computers.

  • Page 14: Figure 4. Mea Setup - License Agreement Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks To continue with the installation process, select the YES radio button as shown in Figure 4 and then click on the Next button to continue the installation. Figure 4. MEA Setup - License Agreement Dialog Box 7. The Startup Options dialog box will be displayed as shown in...

  • Page 15: Figure 6. Mea Setup - Ready To Install Dialog Box

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 8. The Ready to Install dialog box will be displayed as shown in Figure This dialog box displays the Install Folder location and the Shortcut Folder name that will be used to install the MEA software. Click on the Next button to proceed with the installation process.

  • Page 16: Figure 7 Mea Setup - Drivers Previously Installed Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks Figure 7 MEA Setup - Drivers Previously Installed Dialog Box 10. The Performing Setup Actions dialog box displays a status bar to indicate the progress of the installation. 11. If he Software Installation dialog box is displayed as shown in...

  • Page 17: Figure 9. Software Installation Dialog Box

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Click on the Continue Anyway button to complete the installation process. Figure 9. Software Installation Dialog Box 13. The Select Options dialog box will be displayed as shown in Figure This dialog box allows the user to view the ReadMe file for the most current release information.

  • Page 18: Figure 10. Software Installation Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks Figure 10. Software Installation Dialog Box 14. If selected, the ReadMe file will be displayed. Review the contents of the file and then dismiss the dialog box by clicking on the X located in the upper right corner of the dialog box.

  • Page 19: Installing Mea Software With A Windows 2000 Operating System

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Installing MEA Software with a Windows 2000 Operating System The following procedure outlines the installation of the MEA software on a typical Windows 2000 platform. Some of the steps may vary slightly based on the configuration of the individual computers.

  • Page 20: Figure 13. Mea Setup - License Agreement Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks 6. To continue with the installation process, click on the YES button as shown in Figure 13 and then click on the Next button to continue the installation. Figure 13. MEA Setup - License Agreement Dialog Box 7. The Startup Options dialog box will be displayed as shown in...

  • Page 21: Figure 15. Mea Setup - Ready To Install Dialog Box

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 8. The Ready to Install dialog box will be displayed as shown in Figure This dialog box displays the Install Folder location and the Shortcut Folder name that will be used to install the MEA software. Click on Next to proceed with the installation process.

  • Page 22: Figure 17. Digital Signature Not Found Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks 10. During the installation process, the Performing Setup Actions dialog box displays a status bar that indicates the progress of the installation. 11. If the computer has been configured to check digital signatures, a Digital Signature Not Found dialog box will be displayed as in Figure 17.

  • Page 23: Figure 19. Finished Popup Dialog Box

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 13. If selected, the ReadMe file will be displayed. Review the contents of the file and then dismiss the dialog box by clicking on the X located in the upper-right corner of the dialog box. 14. The mea Installed Successfully dialog box will appear as shown in Figure 19.

  • Page 24: Installing The Wmc6300 Wireless Modem Card

    MeshNetworks Installing the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card WARNING After installing the MEA software, MeshTray must be active when installing the WMC6300 card. Connect the Antenna Assembly (Laptop Computer) Complete the following procedure to connect the Antenna Assembly to the WMC6300, for use in a standard laptop computer.

  • Page 25: Figure 21. Antenna Clip

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 2. Locate the Antenna Clip shown in Figure 21 and remove the paper that protects the adhesive backing. Figure 21. Antenna Clip 3. Attach the Antenna Clip to the back of the laptop computer display approximately 1 inch from the top corner of the display as shown in Figure 21.

  • Page 26: Figure 22. Mounting The Antenna Clip

    MeshNetworks Warning Use only the MeshNetworks supplied antenna. Use of another antenna is prohibited and violates FCC regulations. Figure 22. Mounting the Antenna Clip 4. Insert the Antenna into the Antenna Clip as shown in Figure Warning Never use the WMC6300 with the Antenna removed from the Clip.

  • Page 27: Connect The Magnetic Antenna Assembly (Optional)

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Connect the Magnetic Antenna Assembly (Optional) Complete the following procedure to install the Magnetic Mount Antenna on the rooftop of a vehicle. (The cable length of the Antenna is approximately 12-feet.) 1. Attach the Magnetic Antenna to the metal rooftop of the vehicle so that the antenna is in a vertical orientation.

  • Page 28: Insert The Wmc6300 Wireless Modem Card

    MeshNetworks Insert the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card Complete the following procedure to install the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card in the computer. 1. Locate an available Type II PCMCIA card slot in the computer. If necessary, remove the slot dust cover from the slot.

  • Page 29: Figure 27. Found New Hardware Wizard - Serial Pc Card

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 4. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard for the Serial PC Card will start as shown in Figure Verify that the “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” radio button is selected, and then click on the Next button. Figure 27.

  • Page 30: Figure 29. Hardware Installation Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks Figure 29. Hardware Installation Dialog Box 6. The Found New Hardware Wizard Complete dialog box will appear as shown Figure 30. Click on the Finish button. Figure 30. Found New Hardware Wizard - Complete...

  • Page 31: Figure 31. Found New Hardware Wizard - Wmc6300 Pc Card

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 7. An additional Found New Hardware Wizard for the WMC6300 PC Card will be displayed as shown in Figure 31. Verify that the Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button is selected, and then click on the Next button.

  • Page 32: Figure 33. Hardware Installation Dialog Box - Wmc6300 Pc Card

    MeshNetworks Figure 33. Hardware Installation Dialog Box - WMC6300 PC Card 9. The Found New Hardware Wizard Complete dialog box will be displayed as shown in Figure 34. Click on the Finish button. Figure 34. Found New Hardware Wizard Complete 10.

  • Page 33: Figure 35. Found New Hardware - Wizard Complete

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Figure 35. Found New Hardware - Wizard Complete...

  • Page 34: Configuring The Dns Address

    MeshNetworks Configuring the DNS Address Typically, the DNS address will be supplied as part of the WMC6300’s communication with the network. Occasionally however, the Network Operator must supply the DNS IP address for an internet connection. This address must be manually configured in order for web URLs such as www.meshnetworks.com...
  • Page 35 WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide 11. Click on the OK button to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. 12. Click on t h e OK button to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. This configuration should remain in the Windows XP host.

  • Page 36: Removing The Wmc6300 Wireless Modem Card

    MeshNetworks Removing the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card The WMC6300 should be ejected using the following procedure to ensure that power to the card is disabled prior to removal. WARNING Always eject card when not in use. 1. Click on the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the system task bar.

  • Page 37: Uninstalling Application Software

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Uninstalling Application Software Complete the following procedure to “Uninstall” the MEA Software: 1. From the Start menu, select Programs Uninstall mea. NOTE: The MEA software can also be uninstalled using “Add/Remove Programs” located in the Control Panel. 2.

  • Page 38: Overview Of Meshtray

    MeshNetworks Overview of MeshTray MeshTray™ MeshTray is a status and configuration application that reports vital and statistical information about the MEA card. Because MeshTray is a “tray” application, it stays in the desktop system status tray when it is minimized as shown in the following figures.

  • Page 39: Figure 44. Meshtray No Ip Address Acquired Icon

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide The MeshTray icon shown in Figure 44 indicates that the IP address has not yet been acquired from the DHCP server. When this happens, the IP field in the Status Tab displays a flashing or 0 IP (see Figure 45).

  • Page 40: Starting Meshtray

    MeshNetworks Starting MeshTray During the software installation process, you can choose to place a MeshTray shortcut icon on the desktop. To start the MeshTray application, double-click on the MeshTray icon or from the Start menu à à select Programs MeshTray.exe .

  • Page 41: Meshtray Configuration Tab

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide MeshTray Configuration Tab The Configuration Tab is used to set the parameters for Geo Mode and select the desired Priority Level and Addressing Scheme settings. Figure 46. MeshTray Configuration Tab Geo Position If Geo-Position has been enabled on the WMC6300, the Geo-Position option will be selectable and the user may configure the reporting interval as shown in Figure 46.

  • Page 42: Server Ip Address

    MeshNetworks Server IP Address The Server IP Address is the address where the geo position is forwarded or reported to. Typically, this is a centralized server that displays the position of all devices on the network. User Priority Settings and Quality of Service Overview...

  • Page 43: Service Differentiation Mechanisms

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide WMC6300 node is free to select a priority level through applications using the MeshAPI software interface. However, the network operator through the Device Manager can put bounds on each node, limiting the node’s user priority to a specific range or setting it to a specific value. The User Priority feature also underpins a secondary feature known as Emergency Mode.

  • Page 44: Priority Levels For Local Nodes

    MeshNetworks IP Precedence % Bandwidth 25 % 18 % 14 % 14 % Priority Levels for Local Nodes The User Priority service can be provisioned on a per node basis for use with tiered service and emergency access systems. This priority feature is unique to the MEA network and only exists between endpoints within the MEA network or between a MEA network node and the entry/exit node on the MEA network.

  • Page 45: Setting The Priority Level For The Wmc6300

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Figure 47. MeshTray Configuration Tab Priority Settings Setting the Priority Level for the WMC6300 Use the Priority drop-down box to select the desired priority level (Level_0 to Level_7) for the address that will be assigned to the WMC6300. You should consult with your network administrator to determine the overall priority scheme that is currently being observed for your network application and the proper setting to be assigned to your device.

  • Page 46: Network Dhcp Scheme

    MeshNetworks Figure 48. MeshTray Configuration Tab Addressing Scheme Network DHCP Scheme Operation under the Network DHCP scheme is similar to that of Release 2 in Infrastructure Mode. The primary difference is users are now allowed to temporarily wander outside of the network infrastructure without losing connectivity.

  • Page 47: Statically Provisioned Scheme

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Statically Provisioned Scheme Operation under the Statically Provisioned scheme is similar to that of Release 2 in Peer-to- Peer Mode. The primary difference is that addresses are configured by the network operator rather than hashed from the MAC address. This serves to eliminate the 10.x.x.x limitation on the network range.

  • Page 48: Figure 49. Control Panel - Network And Dial-Up Connections Icon

    MeshNetworks From the Start menu, select Settings à Control Panel. Double click on the Network and Dial- up Connections icon. Figure 49. Control Panel – Network and Dial-up Connections Icon The Network and Dial-up Connections window will be displayed. Double click on the Local Area Connection icon.

  • Page 49: Figure 51. Local Area Connection Properties Dialog Box

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Figure 51. Local Area Connection Properties Dialog Box The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box will be displayed.

  • Page 50: Figure 52. Internet Protocol (Tcp/Ip) Properties Dialog Box

    MeshNetworks Figure 52. Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Dialog Box With the Use the following IP address: radio button selected, enter the IP address supplied by the Network Administrator in the IP Address: box. Double click in the Subnet Mask: box to set the default subnet mask.

  • Page 51: Meshtray Geo-Position Tab (Optional)

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide MeshTray Geo-Position Tab (Optional) If your WMC6300 has been licensed for Geo-Location, an optional tab will be displayed in MeshTray as shown in Figure 53. This tab will display the user’s location via longitude, latitude, and altitude. Figure 53.

  • Page 52: Figure 54. Meshtray Geo Position Spherical Coordinates

    MeshNetworks Figure 54. MeshTray Geo Position Spherical Coordinates...

  • Page 53: Meshtray Routing Tab (Optional)

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide MeshTray Routing Tab (Optional) If your WMC6300 has been licensed to display routing information, an optional tab will be displayed in MeshTray as shown in Figure 54. The Routing Table displays the end nodes that the WMC6300 is currently in communication with. The Neighbor Table displays the adjacent nodes that the WMC6300 may route through, depending on the desired end node.

  • Page 54: Routing Icons

    Unknown The Computer icon represents a Subscriber Device using a MEA WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card in the network. Subscriber Device (SD) The Arrow icon represents a MWR6300 Wireless Router in the MEA network. The MWR6300 is an infrastructure device dedicated to routing data.

  • Page 55: Terminating Meshtray

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Terminating MeshTray If desired, the MeshTray application may be terminated by positioning the curser over the MeshTray icon that is located in the system status bar. Then, right-click on the MeshTray icon and select “Exit” as shown in Figure 56.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Using Meshapi

    MeshNetworks Troubleshooting Using MeshAPI When MeshTray is running, MeshAPI reports its status to the system application Event Log. To view your system Event Log: right-click on the Windows My Computer icon and select Manage. Choose EventViewer→Application. Look for the MeshAPI entries under the Source column.

  • Page 57: Customer Service Information

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Customer Service Information If you have read this document and made every effort to resolve installation or operation issues yourself and still require help, please contact MeshNetworks Customer Support using the following information: MeshNetworks, Inc. Attention: Customer Support...

  • Page 58: License And Warranty Information

    MeshNetworks and its licensors, and therefore you agree that in the event of a breach of this Agreement MeshNetworks will be entitled to injunctive relief to restrain such breach, in addition to monetary damages and its reasonable attorneys’...
  • Page 59 Software, or (iii) return the fee paid by You for such item of Licensed Software. The foregoing will be entire liability of MeshNetworks and the Source and your sole and exclusive remedy for a breach under the foregoing limited warranty. Neither the Source, nor MeshNetworks will have no...
  • Page 60 MeshNetworks; and further provided that You give MeshNetworks sole control of the selection of counsel and the defense of any such claim or proceeding and all negotiations for its compromise or settlement. Should the Licensed Software become, or in MeshNetworks’...
  • Page 61 The failure of MeshNetworks to enforce at any time any provision of this Agreement will in no way be construed to be a present or future waiver of such provision, nor will it affect MeshNetworks ability to enforce any provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement is the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter set forth herein and supersedes all prior oral written agreements between the parties with respect thereto and may only be amended in writing by the parties.

  • Page 62: Regulatory Information

    MeshNetworks Regulatory Information FCC Information 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.

  • Page 63: Safety Information For The Mea Wmc6300

    WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Safety Information for the MEA WMC6300 The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment.

  • Page 64: Safety Certification

    CE Marking on the product will access to the European Economic Area (EEA). Some grant countries may require a declaration of conformity, please check with your MeshNetworks sales team for details. example of the CE Marking on a product label:...
  • Page 65 WMC6300 Windows User’s Guide Alert CE Mark Symbol The alert symbol indicates that MeshNetwork’s products are not certified to operate in France. Outdoor use in France is restricted to 10mW EIRP for band 2454 - 2483.5 MHz.

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