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Contents:
Broadcom 802.11g WLAN and Bluetooth PCI-E Mini Card,
BCM94312HMGB User Manual
Introduction
Completing the Setup
Utility Functions
Specifications
Regulatory Information
Company Copyright Statement
Company Trademark Statement. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks owned by Microsoft Corporation. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
WLCARD-UG200-D2 01.30.03
file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/index.htm [1/30/03 10:11:15 PM]

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  • Page 1 Contents: Broadcom 802.11g WLAN and Bluetooth PCI-E Mini Card, BCM94312HMGB User Manual Introduction Completing the Setup Utility Functions Specifications Regulatory Information Company Copyright Statement Company Trademark Statement. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks owned by Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 2: Enterprise Users

    Broadcom 802.11g WLAN Solution The Broadcom 802.11g WLAN solution accesses wireless local area networks (LANs), enables the sharing of a local printer and files with others in the network, accesses the Internet, and enables roaming about the office—wire-free. This wireless LAN solution is designed for both the home user and small businesses—and it is scalable so that users can be added and...

  • Page 3: Features And Requirements

    Using the Broadcom 802.11g WLAN The Broadcom 802.11g enabled notebook is an IEEE 802.11g based wireless LAN device. A LAN is composed of two or more computers that are connected to each other to share files or common equipment such as a printer or an Internet connection.
  • Page 4 Introduction: Back to top Back to Contents Ccopyright and Trademark Information. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/intro.htm (3 of 3) [1/30/03 10:11:16 PM]...

  • Page 5: Modes Of Operation

    Completing the Setup: Back to Contents Completing the Setup: Broadcom 802.11g WLAN User Manual NOTE—Before starting, obtain the required network information from the network administrator or the wireless access point installer (see The Broadcom 802.11g WLAN Solution in Introduction). Modes of Operation...

  • Page 6: Configuring A Network Profile

    Completing the Setup: Requirements A base station computer having a wired connection to the Internet, a wireless network adapter, and a connection to an Computer-to-Computer Mode A peer-to-peer (ad hoc) network is the easiest to deploy and is ideal for home use or in small offices. This mode allows the sharing of files with other employees, printing to a shared office printer, and access to the Internet through a shared modem.
  • Page 7 Completing the Setup: 4. Click the Wireless Networks tab. You can configure a network profile for networks that are listed under Available networks as well as those that are not listed. When you have completed configuring a network profile, the network name and icon appear at the top of the list under Preferred networks.
  • Page 8 Completing the Setup: doing the following. a. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network Connections. 3. Right-click Wireless Network Connection, and then click Properties. 2. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 3. Under Available networks, click the network name, and then click Configure. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (4 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 9 Completing the Setup: 4. Click OK. The network name and icon appear at the top of the list under Preferred networks. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (5 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 10 Completing the Setup: 5. Click OK to activate the network connection. To verify that the network connection has been made, reopen Wireless Network Connection Properties for that wireless network and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the selected network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for that network.
  • Page 11 Completing the Setup: 2. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 3. Under Available networks, click the network name, and then click Configure. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (7 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 12 Completing the Setup: 4. Select the Data encryption (WEP enabled) box. 5. Clear the The key is provided for me automatically box. 6. Type the network key in the Network key box and again in the Confirm network key box. NOTE—It is not necessary to select the Key format or the Key length before typing the network key.
  • Page 13 Completing the Setup: 8. Click OK to activate the network connection. To verify that the network connection has been made, reopen Wireless Network Connection Properties for that wireless network and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the selected network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for that network.
  • Page 14 Completing the Setup: 2. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 3. Click Add. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (10 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 15 Completing the Setup: Company 54g Wireless LAN (WLAN) User Manual 4. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) box. 5. Click OK. The network name and icon appear at the top of the list under Preferred networks. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (11 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 16 Completing the Setup:l 6. Click OK to activate the network connection. To verify that the network connection has been made, reopen Wireless Network Connection Properties for that network and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the selected network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for that network.
  • Page 17 Completing the Setup: 2. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 3. Click Add. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/setup.htm (13 of 15) [1/30/03 10:11:18 PM]...
  • Page 18 Completing the Setup: 4. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) box and again in the Confirm network key box. 5. Select the Data encryption (WEP enabled) box. 6. Clear the The key is provided for me automatically box. 7.
  • Page 19 Completing the Setup: 9. Click OK to activate the network connection. To verify that the network connection has been made, reopen Wireless Network Connection Properties for that wireless network and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the selected network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for that network.

  • Page 20: Changing Settings

    Utility Functions: Back to Contents Utility Functions: 802.11g Wireless LAN (WLAN) User Manual Running Utility Functions Adding a New Network to the List of Preferred Networks Viewing or Modifying the Wireless Network Properties Setting Up an Ad Hoc (Peer-to-Peer) Group Network for Connecting to the Internet Adding an Ad Hoc Network Disabling the Radio Running Utility Functions...
  • Page 21 Utility Functions: Company 54g Wireless LAN (WLAN) User Manual IBSS Channel Number selects the independent basic service set (IBSS) channel number on which to operate. The Company 54g enabled notebook comes preset for use on channels 1—11. This setting is acceptable in most countries.
  • Page 22 Utility Functions: 802.11g Wireless LAN (WLAN) User Manual Rate sets the transmission rate. The default setting is Use best rate. This automatically adjusts the data rate to the optimal rate based on the capabilities of the other clients and access points. The default values for the properties listed below are set for maximum performance.
  • Page 23 Utility Functions: Viewing or Modifying the Wireless Network Properties 1. Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Wireless Network Connection, then click Change settings of this connection. 3. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 4. Verify that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box is selected. If it is not, select it. 5.
  • Page 24 Utility Functions: It is possible to enable or disable WEP data encryption and change the network name and the network key (see Completing the setup for instructions). Setting Up an Ad Hoc (Peer-to-Peer) Group Network for Connecting to the Internet To connect the computers in an ad hoc group network to the Internet, the Windows Internet connection sharing (ICS) component must be installed.
  • Page 25 Utility Functions: 802.11g enabled notebook is used to share the Internet connections with other clients. Setting Up Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) on the Host Computer 1. Connect the host computer to the Internet. 2. From the host computer Start menu, select Help and Support. 3.
  • Page 26 Utility Functions: 4. Click Add. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/utility.htm (7 of 14) [1/30/03 10:11:19 PM]...
  • Page 27 Utility Functions: 5. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) box. 6. Select the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used box. 7. Clear the Data encryption (WEP enabled) and the The Key is provided for me automatically boxes if they are selected.
  • Page 28 Utility Functions: 9. Click Advanced. 10. Select Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only, and click Close. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/utility.htm (9 of 14) [1/30/03 10:11:19 PM]...
  • Page 29 Utility Functions: 11. Click OK. The added ad hoc network appears at the top of the list under Preferred networks. 12. To verify that the computer is connected to the added ad hoc network, reopen the Network Properties window and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the added network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for the ad hoc network.
  • Page 30 Utility Functions: 4. Verify that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box is selected. If it is not, select it. 5. Click Add. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/utility.htm (11 of 14) [1/30/03 10:11:20 PM]...
  • Page 31 Utility Functions: 6. Select the Data encryption (WEP enabled) box. 7. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) box and again in the Confirm network key box. 8. Clear the The key is provided for me automatically box. 9.
  • Page 32 Utility Functions: 13. Select Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only, and click Close. 14. Click OK. The added ad hoc network appears at the top of the list under Preferred networks. file:///P|/User%20Manuals/HP%20XP%20WLAN%20Card/utility.htm (13 of 14) [1/30/03 10:11:20 PM]...

  • Page 33: Disabling The Radio

    Utility Functions: 15. To verify that the computer is connected to the added ad hoc network, reopen the Network Properties window and click the Wireless Networks tab. The computer is connected to the added network when a blue bubble appears on top of the icon for that network.

  • Page 34: Step 1: Installing The Software

    Using the Broadcom BT Utility: Quick Start Guide Step 1: Installing the Software NOTE: This installation is required before you insert the module into the USB port of your computer. 1. Insert the Bluetooth USB Module installation compact disc (CD) into the CD-ROM or DVD drive of your computer.
  • Page 35 Bluetooth PIN Code The alphanumeric string (up to 16 characters) that is typed to respond to a Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Also referred to as a Passkey. Bluetooth® A short-range (9.14 meters/30 feet) networking protocol that allows enabled devices to automatically recognize each other. Bluetooth wireless technology allows quick and easy connectivity of Bluetooth enabled devices.

  • Page 36: Usa-Federal Communications Commission (Fcc)

    Regulatory Statements for BCM94312HMGB USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 37: Canada - Industry Canada (Ic)

    Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”...
  • Page 38 Europe—EU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Hereby, Broadcom Corp, declares that this equipment complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 0984 This equipment is marked with the symbol and can be used throughout the European community.
  • Page 39 Taiwan DGT warning statement 低功率電波輻性電機管理辦法 第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不 得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾 現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信 規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波 輻射性電機設備之干擾。 Appendix: 模組認證合格標簽 (ID): “內含射頻模組， ＂ CCXXxxLPyyyZz 如果使用本模組之平台,無法在外部看見審驗合格標籤時,應在該 平台的外部明顯標示內含射頻模組 字樣. CCXXxxLPyyyZz...

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