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Sony Ericsson GC79 User Manual

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  • Page 1 GC79 Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    GC79 WLAN Information ........
  • Page 3 Safe Removal of the GC79........
  • Page 4 Connection ......... . . 82 Appendix C - Changing the GC79 Wireless LAN Adapter Properties .

  • Page 5: Contents

    Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Ericsson at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new editions of this manual.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Hardware Overview The GC79 is a standard 32 bit type II PC card with a 15mm extension which contains the GSM and WLAN antennas. The amount of power drawn from the laptop battery is dependant upon a number of factors including status, frequency band, distance to GSM base station and number of timeslots used.

  • Page 7: Software Overview

    Using the GC79 with your Applications Data Programs You can use the GC79 as a connector to a wireless LAN access point or to provide Intranet/Internet connectivity for a wide range of applications. The GC79 can also be programmed at command level by application developers; for more details see the AT Commands Manual.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    GC79 PC Card. Wireless LAN Connection In order to use your GC79 as a wireless LAN adapter for a corporate network, you must have the appropriate access and log-on rights. Contact your corporate IT support function to arrange access. For access to the Internet, you will require the appropriate subscription or one-off usage login from your service provider.

  • Page 9: Services Available Over The Internet

    GPRS is a new network connection which provides “always on” mobility. The connection set up is fast and, once connected, applications may send and receive data whenever required. In today’s GPRS networks, the GC79 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kbps and transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kbps. Short Message Service (SMS) The PC can send and receive SMS text messages using the SMS Messages screen in the Wireless Manager, see Wireless Manager SMS Messages Screen on page 51, for more details.

  • Page 10: Installation

    GC79 Hardware Set Up 1. Remove your GC79 card from its protective cover. 2. Place the SIM card into the slot on the back of the GC79. Note: The cut corner of the SIM card must be placed into the SIM slot as demonstrated below, the SIM contacts should face downwards.

  • Page 11: Installing The Software

    If you want to use your other PC card slot remove the GC79 whilst you insert the other card. See Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 39 for more details. When the GC79 isn't in use it is recommended that you store it in the protective carrier provided.
  • Page 12 New Hardware Wizard is still busy installing the 3 device drivers. The Wireless Manager splash screen appears, followed by a warning dialog saying “You must have a GC79 Wireless Modem installed to run this application. Please install a GC79 Wireless Modem and try again”.

  • Page 13: Create A Gprs, Hscsd Or Csd Connection

    Create a GPRS, HSCSD or CSD Connection Predefined customised connection settings may have already been entered by your mobile operator or IT Manager. Check the connection drop-down menu for any existing entries, if they are available go to Using your Connection on page 23. 1.

  • Page 14: Hscsd Or Csd Connection

    Fixed: The same fixed username and password for all users. Check or enter the username and password and tick the Save Password box. Personal: You have a personal username and password. You may enter them here and tick the Save Password box. If you need to enter the password each time you connect (for example, you read the password from a separate hardware 'password generator') you can enter your username and leave the Save Password box un-ticked.

  • Page 15: Modify A Connection

    Note: If you are unsure which speed to choose from the Speed tab, start with Analogue 9600, and check to see if it works. Once your connection works on Analog, you can try the V110/V120 settings to see if faster speeds are available. V110/V120 also connects faster than analog. When roaming you may need to repeat this procedure to adapt your settings to the capability of the local network operator.

  • Page 16: Using Your Connection

    Using your Connection To Connect 1. Open Wireless Manager. 2. If requested enter your SIM Card PIN and click OK. The Status screen is displayed. 3. Select the connection you require from the drop down list and click Connect. Depending on your setup you may be prompted to enter your username and password. Tip: To see detailed connection information, including the speed allocated for an HSCSD connection, select View...

  • Page 17: Create A Wireless Lan Connection

    1. Before you begin make sure a Wireless LAN access point is in range. 2. Click Configure in the WLAN pane of the Wireless Manager. Alternatively, for example when there is no SIM in the GC79, right click Utility opens.

  • Page 18: Wlan Connections That Do Not Require Network Key Information

    4. Click Add. The Wireless Network Properties screen is displayed. 5. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) field. 6. Clear the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used check box. 7. From here you select the type of connection you require: •...

  • Page 19: Wlan Connections Using Leap

    Configure CCX/LEAP support using the control panel (when WZC is managing the network) execute the following steps: In the Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility (Right-click the W icon in the status tray and select Open Utility): 1. Add the network to the LEAP configuration page with appropriate username and password.

  • Page 20: Using A Connection

    In the interim, all communication is lost. Using a Connection If your GC79-enabled computer is running at a location in which a wireless LAN is operating, and it is within range of the access point, the computer automatically connects to the network which is highest on the Preferred networks list on the Wireless Configuration Utility screen Wireless Networks tab.

  • Page 21: Viewing The Status Of Your Wireless Connection

    Viewing the Status of your Wireless Connection The quality of the connection (signal strength and noise) of the particular network you are connected to is indicated by the horizontal bars and the decibel level values that are displayed at the bottom of the Link Status tab in the Wireless Configuration Utility.

  • Page 22: Disabling The Radio

    Suggested action: Enable the WLAN radio by right-clicking the icon and then selecting Enable Radio. Disabling the Radio To disable the GC79 wireless LAN radio, right click radio, right click Alternatively, use the Disable/Enable button on the right hand side of the Wireless Manager Status screen or the option in the File menu.

  • Page 23: Advanced Wireless Lan Features

    Click OK. Settings Control panel Settings Control panel back to Obtain an IP-address automatically in both and select Open Utility. The Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility Advanced Wireless LAN Features Network connections, right click Network connections, right click...
  • Page 24 15. Click Advanced and select the appropriate radio button to specify the Networks the GC79 can access. You can select either; Computer to computer (ad hoc) networks only or Any available network (access point preferred). Note: Once you create an AdHoc Wireless Network it will appear as available even if this is the only laptop on the network.

  • Page 25: Sharing An Internet Connection

    Connection sharing requires that the host computer has either a modem or another network adapter in addition to the GC79. The modem or the additional network adapter is used to access the internet. The GC79 is used to share the connections with other clients.
  • Page 26 Bridge connections on Windows XP The network bridge allows you to connect network segments by selecting the appropriate network connection and bridging them together. The network bridge manages your network segments, and creates a single IP subnet for the entire network. There is no configuration required, and you do not need to purchase additional hardware such as routers or bridges.

  • Page 27: Static Ip Number Management

    3. In the Alternate Configuration tab select User configured and enter static IP address and any other network parameters that are required. Wireless LAN Adapter Diagnostics You can run a number of diagnostics on your GC79 wireless LAN adapter to verify its operational and functional status. Note: Your network connection is lost when you run the diagnostics.

  • Page 28: Gc79 Wlan Information

    Concurrent WLAN and GPRS The GC79 supports concurrent connections to GPRS and via WLAN, however this ability may have been disabled for security reasons. Switching between GPRS and WLAN connection is not automatic, even if both are available or the WLAN connection is established automatically as you enter the hotspot.

  • Page 29: Wireless Manager Status Screen

    Connection status The left side of the screen also displays: • The current Network Status, e.g. searching, radio off • The connection progress messages or select View status (or SIM Full indication Wireless Manager Status Screen Programs Sony Ericsson Status.

  • Page 30: Wireless Lan Connection Status

    The Control button, located underneath the drop down menu, changes its appearance depending on the state of the GC79 connection. The button allows you to: • Initiate a connection (Connect) •...

  • Page 31: Start Using Wireless Manager

    You are allowed three attempts to enter the correct PIN code. If you fail to enter the SIM PIN correctly, the SIM is blocked; and if you fail to enter the Phone Lock PIN correctly, your GC79 is locked. Contact your GSM network operator for details of how to unlock it.
  • Page 32 GPRS service available. Wireless Manager is waiting for the GC79 card to be inserted. The GC79 has GSM service and indicates a signal strength of 3 out of 5 bars. CSD, HSCSD, SMS and fax may be used, provided these are supported by the subscription.

  • Page 33: Icon Menus

    This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmitter and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmitter is on the menu option reads Turn GSM/GPRS Radio Off.
  • Page 34 This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 wireless LAN radio transmitter and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 Radio transmitter is on the menu option reads Disable Radio.

  • Page 35: Making Windows Network Connections Visible

    Making Windows Network Connections Visible The Windows connection icons, displayed in the system tray, normally disappear once a connection is made. This means that you may not necessarily see a icons for your GSM/GPRS and wireless LAN connections. Note:Windows 98SE does not support the feature described below To make an 1.
  • Page 36 Preferences Radio Power. Your GC79 is set to On by default. Radio Off indicates that the GC79 will not register to the mobile GSM network. You may perform non-communication related activities such as phone book maintenance, but you must turn on the radio in order to make a connection or to send/receive SMS.
  • Page 37 This screen also allows you to set a validity period for the SMS messages that you are sending. If your message can not be delivered, for example, if the recipient hasn’t inserted their GC79, the validity period tells your service centre how long to keep trying to send the message.
  • Page 38 • Run this program when Windows starts If enabled, the Wireless Manager starts when Windows is started. If a GC79 PC Card is detected, the Wireless Manager runs. If not, the program closes (and runs in the background if permitted).

  • Page 39: Class 0 Sms Messages

    Class 0 messages contain current information and are replaced frequently, for example, traffic reports. The GC79 will display any messages that are sent out whilst it is registered on a GSM network. See Text Messaging Tab on page 37 for further details.

  • Page 40: Wireless Manager Telephony Settings Screen

    GC79. The functions of the Telephony Settings screen are very similar to the settings that you have access to via a mobile phone’s display. A Wireless 802.11 option provides access to the Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility. Note: Your GC79 has to be connected to your computer to make changes to the settings.

  • Page 41: Phone Numbers

    Locks Phone lock The phone lock protects the GC79 against unauthorized use if it is stolen and used with another SIM card. Phone Lock is not activated when you buy the GC79. You can use this screen to change the default security code (0000) to any four to eight digit personalized code.

  • Page 42: Networks

    1. Click 2. The Change the Phone Lock Code dialog opens. Make the required changes and click OK. 3. Click Apply when you have finished, to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take a few seconds. SIM lock Some SIM cards are protected with a PIN (Personal Identity Number) at the time of purchase.
  • Page 43 Automatic network selection must be enabled. If you want to add a new network: 1. Click Add, a new dialog with all the networks known to the GC79 appears on the screen. 2. Select the network that you want to add and click OK.

  • Page 44: Forward (Divert) Calls

    Forward (Divert) Calls Note: The GC79 does not make or answer voice calls. The forward function enables you to send a voice call to an alternative number where it can be answered. For example, the mobile network voicemail service. However you can make and answer fax and data calls, providing you have appropriate software on your PC to handle them.

  • Page 45: Restrict Calls

    Your data forward setting has now been stored in the network. Restrict Calls Restricting a certain type of call means that this type of call cannot be made to or from your GC79. You can restrict different types of outgoing and incoming calls.

  • Page 46: Wireless

    Your call restrict settings have now been changed and stored in the network. Wireless 802.11 To configure, monitor and control your GC79 wireless LAN connections, click on the Launch Wireless Control Panel button. The Wireless Configuration Utility is displayed. See Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 17 for details.

  • Page 47: Wireless Manager Phone Book Screen

    Wireless Manager Phone Book Screen The Wireless Manager Phone Book screen helps you to organize your GC79’s SIM Phone Book. The Phone Book Screen A SIM Phone Book can easily become disorganised; you can use the Phone Book screen to manage your SIM Phone Book entries.

  • Page 48: Phone Book Functionality

    Phone Book Functionality To Add a Number: 1. Select Add new in the Phone Book menu or click 2. The New Phone Book Entry dialog opens. 3. Enter the name and phone number. 4. Click OK to save the entry or Cancel to close the dialog. Note: Phone Book numbers are limited to 20 digits (including +) and names are limited to 18 alphanumeric characters.
  • Page 49 To Move an Entry: 1. Select an entry. 2. Select Move To in the Phone Book menu. The Move To option is followed by the name of the Phone Book you haven’t selected the entry from. 3. The entry is moved from its current Phone Book and placed in the selected one. The new entry is assigned the next available position in the destination Phone Book.
  • Page 50 Note: The file will be saved as a text file in comma separated value (CSV) format. 6. Click OK in the browse dialog. The path and file name are displayed in the Export File Name field. 7. Click Export to complete the procedure. Delete a number 1.

  • Page 51: Wireless Manager Sms Messages Screen

    Wireless Manager SMS Messages Screen The Wireless Manager’s SMS Messages screen enables you to view, compose, edit, save, copy, delete, reply or forward SMS messages from your GC79 to other mobile devices. Note: To use Message functionality SMS must be included in your subscription, contact your network operator for more details.

  • Page 52: Sms Manager Functionality

    SIM Inbox is Full: on page 54. Note: For all the SMS Messages screen menu options to operate the GC79 must be registered successfully on a network. You must have a GSM signal to Send SMS, the button is disabled (grey) if you don’t have a signal.
  • Page 53 Reply to an SMS: 1. Select the folder where the message is located. 2. From the list, select the message you want to reply to. The contents of the message are displayed in the information view. 3. Select Reply in the Messages menu. A dialogue appears. The To: field is automatically filled in and the original message is displayed in the Message: field.
  • Page 54 Note: To move all messages, click Select All from the Edit menu before you select Move to Saved Messages. Copy an SMS: 1. Select the folder where the message you want to copy is located. 2. From the list, select the message. The contents of the message are displayed in the information view. 3.

  • Page 55: Wireless Manager Online Services Screen

    SMS, which will be delivered to the SMS inbox. Online Services menus are sometimes used to provide a list of voice-based services such as directory enquiries. If one of these is selected, you will not be connected because the GC79 does not support voice calls.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems that you might encounter while using your GC79. Some problems require you to contact your service provider, but most of the problems you can easily correct yourself. Status Information View Wireless Manager Information displays a dialog box containing useful information about connection status.

  • Page 57: Wireless Manager Icon Errors

    Indicates that the GSM/GPRS radio is turned off. Right-click the icon and select Turn GSM/GPRS Radio On. Indicates that the GC79 cannot find a GSM network, there is no network within range or the received signal is too weak. You have to move to get a stronger signal.

  • Page 58: Gsm/Gprs Error Messages

    GSM/GPRS Error Messages General Modem not responding... Error Dial-Up fails SIM Card Errors Wrong PIN/ Wrong PIN2 Codes do not match PIN blocked/ PIN2 blocked PUK blocked – contact operator Wireless LAN Error Messages Medium Cable Disconnected Troubleshooting Check that the radio is turned on. Try to connect again.

  • Page 59: Wireless Lan Performance And Connectivity Problems

    This condition occurs if you dock your system into a docking station that has an active Ethernet port while your GC79 is still active and connected to a wireless LAN access point. This is because Windows must now handle two active network connections.

  • Page 60: Windows Error Codes

    Phone and Modem Option Edit) and change the Dial using setting to tone, or (if Pulse is a necessity), create a new location called GC79 Anywhere and set the dialling to Tone. GC79 anywhere locationshould then be used whenever you use the GC79.
  • Page 61 ® Windows 2000 Error 619: The port is disconnected during dial-up Error 678: Computer you are dialling is not responding during dial-up Error 691: Access denied, user name and password incorrect on the domain during dial-up Error 718: The card was unable to dial during dial-up ®...
  • Page 62 Connection Failed or Activation Failed. Please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Invalid APN. Please check and enter the APN again. Connection Failed. Invalid User Name or Password. Please check and enter the User Name and/or Password in your connection profile. Connection Failed.
  • Page 63 Connection Failed. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Service not supported. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Network Problem. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider.

  • Page 64: Additional Information

    SAR levels above the recommended limits (see below). Efficient Use Do not cover the antenna when in use, as this affects call quality and may cause the GC79 to operate at a higher power level than needed, thus shortening talk and standby times.
  • Page 65 GC79s may affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers and other implanted equipment. If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) is kept between the GC79 and the pacemaker, the risk of interference is limited. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, immediately turn off your GC79.
  • Page 66 Inserting and removing the SIM card – precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD) Do not touch the SIM card connectors. As a precaution, always make sure that the GC79 is already in your hand before you insert or remove the SIM card.

  • Page 67: Technical Specifications

    Antenna Ambient Temperatures Operating Storage Electrical Characteristics Supported Voltages Nominal Operating Voltage Standby Current GC79 32-bit Cardbus WLAN 2.4GHz ISM band E-GSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900 WLAN: 802.11b GSM: CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, SMS, Fax Speech services are not supported...
  • Page 68 Operating System Support Supported Operating Systems Minimum PC Specification Drivers Supplied Software (on CD-ROM) Wireless Manager Documentation GSM Performance and technical characteristics Dimension Frequency Range Channel Spacing Number of Channels Modulation TX Phase Accuracy Duplex spacing Frequency Stability Transmitter RF Power Output Transmitter Output...
  • Page 69 Compression Error Correction GSM/ISDN HSCSD Maximum Data Rates (kbps) 4 + 1 3 + 2 The speeds given are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network will operate. -102 dBm -102 dBm <= 10 (Static Ch.) <= 10 <= 3% (EQ50 ch)
  • Page 70 GPRS technical data GPRS Specification Data Rates Mode of Operation R Reference Point Attach Modes Network Modes R Reference Point IP Connectivity SMS over GPRS PDP Context Compression GPRS Encryption GPRS Frequency Hopping GPRS IP allocation Additional Information SMG31bis Multislot class 10 supported (see table below). Coding schemes: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4 Class B (attaches to both GSM and GPRS at the same time;...
  • Page 71 Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network will operate. At the time of writing, CS-2 is the most commonly used coding scheme.
  • Page 72 Radio power output GSM900 GSM1800 GSM1900 Additional Information Via secure internet download (Sony Ericsson Update Service) or at a Sony Ericsson Service Point. Internet download. Class 2, Group 3 and 4 9.6kbps Microsoft Fax (Windows 2000 and XP; may require ®...
  • Page 73 Supported Languages Quick Start Guide PC Software User’s Guide (PDF) AT Command Reference (PDF) English (EN) Brazilian-Portuguese (PB) Danish (DA) Dutch (NL) Finnish (FI) French (FR) German (DE) Greek (EL) Hungarian (HU) Italian (IT) Norwegian (NO) Polish (PL) Portuguese (PT) Russian (RU) Spanish (ES) Swedish (SV)

  • Page 74: License Agreement

    “Product”). Should your Product need warranty service, please return it to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or contact your local Sony Ericsson Customer Care Centre (national rates may apply) or visit www.sonyericsson.com to get further information.
  • Page 75 Product, will, at their option, either repair or replace the Product in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated herein. Sony Ericsson and its service partners reserve the right to charge a handling fee if a returned Product is found not to be under warranty according to the conditions below.

  • Page 76: Intended Use

    EU country where an identical Product is sold by an authorised Sony Ericsson distributor. To find out if your Product is sold in the EU country you are in, please call the local Sony Ericsson Customer Care Centre. Please observe that certain...

  • Page 77: Disputes And Governing Law

    Disputes and Governing Law The validity, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Sweden. All disputes, differences or questions between the parties with respect to any matter arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be finally settled under the Rules of Conciliation and Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce, in Stockholm, by three (3) arbitrators appointed in accordance with the said Rules.

  • Page 78: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet S-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our product, Sony Ericsson type FAE-1021011-BV, and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards 3GPP TS 51.010-1, EN 301489-7 and EN 60950, following the provisions...

  • Page 79: Fcc Statement

    FCC Statement 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) The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC-ID: PY7F1021011 IC: 4170B-F1021011 WiFi Certificate...

  • Page 80: Appendix A - Gsm Connection Parameters

    An ‘address’ that the service provider knows you by and uses to route information to and from your GC79. Your IP address will either be: Server - assigned by the service provider when you connect. Static - assigned once by the service provider or the IT Manager.

  • Page 81: Csd/Hscsd Specific Parameters

    CSD/HSCSD Specific Parameters Required Preferred Connection Speed (bits/s) Connection Mode Compression Callback Number * Only available with ISDN V.110 or V.120 connection mode. Useful information Select your preferred network connection speed from the drop down list provided: 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 43200* or 57600* Select the method you want to use to connect to the network from the options provided: analogue, ISDN V.110 or ISDN V.120...

  • Page 82: Appendix B - Windows Log On Using A Gsm/Gprs Dial-Up Connection

    The GC79 PC Card supports the Windows Log on using dial-up connection feature. To log on to Windows using a GSM or GPRS dial-up connection the GC79 PC Card must be inserted and the radio enabled before you log on. To enable the radio prior to logon, select Enable radio immediately when card inserted checkbox on the Radio Power preferences tab, see Radio Power Tab on page 36 for more details.

  • Page 83: Appendix C - Changing The Gc79 Wireless Lan Adapter Properties

    Locale value is correct. If you travel to different countries with your GC79, you should change the Locale value to suit. If the destination country is not listed, change the Locale value to Worldwide. Reset the Locale value after returning.
  • Page 84 RTS Threshold Appendix C - Changing the GC79 Wireless LAN Adapter Properties This is used to put the GC79-enabled computer into the IEEE 802.11 Power Save mode. In Power Save mode, the radio is periodically powered down to conserve power. When in Power Save mode, packets are stored in the AP until the PC comes on.

  • Page 85: Appendix D- Initiating A Hscsd Connection From Outside The Wireless Manager

    In exceptional cases you may need to initiate an HSCSD call from outside the Wireless Manager (for example, Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 39 and Connection on page 30) the HSCSD speed must be specified by placing additional commands in the GC79 Wireless Modem properties.
  • Page 86 The table below shows the AT Commands for each speed and bearer: Speed Analog mode 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 ISDN mode V.110 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 43.2 57.6 ISDN mode V.120 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 43.2 57.6 Note: Speeds relate to the receive (downlink) speed. When connected at 43.2 or 57.6, uplink (transmit) speed will be 14.4 maximum.

  • Page 87: Appendix E- It Manager Customisation

    Furthermore, the APN and Username/Password screens of the Connection Wizard can be disabled in order to prevent accidental changes to fixed data The settings are contained in the DefGPRS.CSV file in C:\Program Files\Sony Ericsson\Wireless Manager. Simply edit the file as required.

  • Page 88: Glossary

    Glossary 802.11 A standard developed by the IEEE. The 802 family of standards relates to local and wide area networks. 802.11 refers to WLAN standards. 802.11b The IEEE standard relating to WLAN operating at 2.4GHz and having a maximum speed of 11Mbps. 802.1X 802.1X is the security layer in the 802 standard.
  • Page 89 PCMCIA providing extra functionality when inserted into a laptop PC. Typical examples are modems and network cards. Type refers to the thickness of the card. The GC79 is type II. PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association – defines specifications for PC Cards.
  • Page 90 PC cards. Terminal Adaptor Generic term for the equipment terminating a digital comms line such as an ISDN2 line. The GC79 is a Terminal Adaptor since it interfaces to GSM digital data services. Transport Layer Security. Used by Web browsers, for example.
  • Page 91 Wired Equivalent Privacy. An encryption service built in to many 802.11 products intended to make the connection secure. WiFi Wireless Fidelity. The popular name for 802.11 technologies that have passed WiFi Certification Testing, for which WECA is responsible. WiFi Alliance See WECA.

  • Page 92: Index

    SMS Manager 52 SMS message 50 Software 7, 9, 11 Installation 11 Software installation 11 Software overview Using the GC79 with your applications 7 Wireless Manager 7 Starting Wireless Manager 31 Support 9, 64 System requirements GSM network and subscription 8...
  • Page 93 Technical support 9, 64 Telephony Settings Forward Calls 44 Locks 41 Networks 42 Phone Numbers 41 Restrict Calls 45 Wireless 46 Upgrades 9, 64 Windows dial-up connections 35, 82 Wireless Control menu 34 Wireless LAN Ad hoc group network 23 Connecting 20 Connection 8 Connection setup 17...

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