Socket 10/100 User Manual

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10/100 Ethernet CF Card
CompactFlash and PC Card solutions for
Pocket PCs. Handheld PCs, and pen tablets
running:
- Windows Mobile 5.0
- Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
- Windows CE 2.11 or 3.0
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 10/100 Ethernet CF Card CompactFlash and PC Card solutions for Pocket PCs. Handheld PCs, and pen tablets running: - Windows Mobile 5.0 - Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE - Windows CE 2.11 or 3.0 User's Guide ™...
  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of the Socket 10/100 Ethernet CF Card that are not described in this manual. Socket Communications also requests that you refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash Card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Copyright Notice 1 | INTRODUCTION About the Software System Requirements Package Contents Product Registration 2 | SETUP STEP 1: Prepare Network Information STEP 2: Install the Software STEP 3: Enter Network Settings STEP 4: Insert Card and Connect to LAN Status Indicator LEDs OPTIONAL: Use ActiveSync over a Network OPTIONAL: Use the Control Panel Applet...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Do you need to back up or restore files in a flash? Then you need Socket’s 10/100 Ethernet CF Card. It’s the best solution for accessing hi-speed networks running up to 100 Mbps. The sleek design integrates a Type I CompactFlash card and network connector into one durable unit.
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    For some HPC Pros, the CompactFlash slot only supports memory I/O and is not compatible with the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card; only the PC Card slot supports CF+ I/O. If you have one of these computers, use a CF-to-PC Card adapter to insert the card into the PC Card slot.
  • Page 6: Product Registration

    Product Registration Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Registered users receive priority for technical support, product updates, and special offers. Register your card online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg.
  • Page 7: Setup Summary

    This chapter explains how to set up and use the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card on a Pocket PCs, Handheld PCs, and pen tablets running: Windows Mobile 5.0 Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE Windows CE 2.11 or 3.0 Setup Summary STEP 1: Prepare network information.
  • Page 8 Remote ActiveSync only: If your server does NOT have WINS services enabled, use the IP address of your host PC instead of a Primary WINS address.
  • Page 9: Step 2: Install The Software

    IMPORTANT! You must set up a partnership (not a guest connection), or you will not be able to synchronize data between your mobile computer and host PC! 3. Insert the Socket 10/100 Ethernet Installation Disc into the host PC. CHAPTER 2: SETUP...
  • Page 10 4. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access the CD drive. In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE. 5. The installation wizard should begin. Follow the instructions on your host PC and mobile computer until installation is complete. 6. After completing the installation, disconnect the mobile computer from the cable/cradle.
  • Page 11: Step 3: Enter Network Settings

    Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Network Cards. Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE: Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections. Tap on the Advanced tab. Tap on the Network Card button at the bottom of the screen. CHAPTER 2: SETUP...
  • Page 12 2. The Configure Network Adapters screen will appear. In the drop-down menu at the top of the screen, select the appropriate option. • The Internet: For connecting from home and/or via an ISP • Work: For connecting to a private network, such as at work, or a proxy network.
  • Page 13 If you forget to tap ok, your settings will not take effect! 7. A screen will report that the new settings will take effect when you next insert the network card. Tap ok. 8. Soft reset your Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.
  • Page 14 Pocket PC 2000/2002 1. Pocket PC 2000: Go to Start | Settings | Connections | Network. Pocket PC 2002: Go to Start | Settings | Connections | Network Adapters. 2. In the Network Connections screen, select Socket 10-100 Driver. On a Pocket PC 2002, tap on the Properties button.
  • Page 15 − If needed, tap on the Name Servers tab to enter DNS and WINS addresses. If using a static IP address, you may need to enter the host computer’s IP address in the WINS field to use ActiveSync. − When done, tap ok. IMPORTANT! If you forget to tap ok, your settings will not take effect! 4.
  • Page 16 Handheld PC Pros, Handheld PC 2000s and Pen Tablets 1. Go to Start | Settings | Control Panel | Network. 2. In the next screen, select Socket 10-100 Ethernet Driver. Tap Properties. 3. The IP Address screen will appear. Following your completed Network Information Form, enter the appropriate settings for your network.
  • Page 17: Step 4: Insert Card And Connect To Lan

    Wait for the device reset to finish before you insert the card. 2. Insert the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card into your mobile computer. Make sure the card is right-side up. Use a PC Card adapter to insert the card into a PC Card slot.
  • Page 18 (c) Verify that the connection has a valid IP address for your network. • Open the Socket 10/100 applet. Pocket PC: Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Socket 10/100 HPC: Tap Start | Settings | Control Panel | Socket 10/100 •...
  • Page 19 View | Address Bar. Windows Mobile 2003: When turning your device ON or OFF (resume/suspend) with the 10/100 Ethernet card in the CF slot, wait a minimum of three (3) seconds before cycling the power state (OFF/ON).
  • Page 20: Optional: Use Activesync Over A Network

    OPTIONAL: Use ActiveSync over a Network IMPORTANT! ActiveSync 4.0 does not allow synchronization over Ethernet. Make sure you are using a previous version of ActiveSync. Windows Mobile 5.0 devices, which require ActiveSync 4.0, cannot perform this procedure. Pocket PC 2003/2003SE 1.
  • Page 21 Pocket PC 2002 1. Tap Start | ActiveSync. 2. Tap on Sync. The Pocket PC will begin to synchronize data with your host PC. If ActiveSync starts and stops, go to Tools | Options | Mobile Schedule and uncheck the Sync outgoing items as they are sent box. 3.
  • Page 22 Pocket PC 2000 or Handheld PC 1. Pocket PC 2000: Tap Start | Programs | Connections | ActiveSync. HPC: Tap Start | Programs | Communication | ActiveSync 2. Select Network Connection in the top drop-down list. Choose the desktop computer you want to connect to in the bottom drop-down list, then tap Connect.
  • Page 23: Optional: Use The Control Panel Applet

    Pocket PCs: Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Socket 10/100. Handheld PCs: Tap Start | Settings | Control Panel | Socket 10/100. Note: If the Socket 10/100 icon does not appear, soft reset your mobile computer by pressing the reset button.
  • Page 24 Configure Auto-Launch 1. Tap on the Auto-Launch tab to specify what program to auto-launch whenever you insert the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card. Use the drop list to select a program to auto-launch, if desired. 2. You can use the Program arguments field for custom applications that require program arguments to launch.
  • Page 25 View IP Info Tap on the IP Info tab at the bottom of the screen to view your network’s IP addresses. You can also see if your address is static or assigned by DHCP. You can only use the IP Info screen to view network information. You cannot modify any of the settings.
  • Page 26: Appendices A | Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Physical Characteristics: CompactFlash Card: Dimensions: Mass: Power Consumption (supplied by PC host): Typical at 100 Mbps: Typical at 10 Mbps: Interface Standards: CompactFlash Interface: With PC Card Adapter*: Operating System Support: Windows Mobile 5.0 Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE Windows CE 3.0 Windows CE 2.11 Media Coupler Support:...
  • Page 27: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    DHCP server is working properly. Increase the second delay before launch setting in the Auto-Launch tab of the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card Applet. If you have to set the delay to longer than 20 seconds, you should consult your network administrator.
  • Page 28 POSSIBLE REASON You are using DHCP and have not used your 10/100 Ethernet CF Card for a while. SYMPTOM My DHCP server keeps reporting that it is busy, and I cannot connect to my LAN. POSSIBLE REASON Your network DHCP Server ran out of IP addresses.
  • Page 29: Appendix C Technical Support

    Appendix C Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the 10/100 Ethernet CF Card, contact Socket’s technical support department for assistance. IMPORTANT! To obtain technical support, you must first register your product online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg. After you register your product and log in, click on the Technical Support tab, then click New Trouble Ticket to submit an online request for technical support.
  • Page 30: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Socket Communications Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for the following periods from the date of purchase: Plug-in Card: Three years Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty. During the warranty period, Socket will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished with proof of retail purchase, provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an authorized Socket Service Center.
  • Page 31: Limited Software Warranty

    Limited Software Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY. SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE. CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt.
  • Page 32: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance 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. This equipment is also CE EN55024:1998 and C-TICK compliant. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 33 © Socket Communications, Inc. 8/2005 Printed in U.S.A.

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