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Adaptec WirelessTM User Manual

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  • Page 1: Pci Adapter

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2002 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Adaptec, Inc., 691 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
  • Page 3 Adaptec Technical Support If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this document first—you will find answers to most of your questions here. If you need further assistance, use the support options listed below. Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number Before contacting Technical Support, you need your unique 12-digit TSID number.
  • Page 4 Limited 2-Year Hardware Warranty 1. Adaptec, Inc. (“Adaptec”) warrants to the purchaser of this product that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. If the product should become defective within the warranty period, Adaptec, at its option, will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchaser’s purchase price for the product,...
  • Page 5 TERMS APPLICABLE TO THE SOFTWARE, YOU MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED PRODUCT FOR A FULL REFUND. In return for acquiring a license to use the Adaptec software (“Software”) and the related documentation, you agree to the following terms and conditions: 1.
  • Page 6 Software is furnished will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of delivery to you. ADAPTEC AND ITS LICENSORS DO NOT AND CANNOT WARRANT THE PERFORMANCE OR RESULTS YOU MAY OBTAIN BY USING THE SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION.
  • Page 7 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. Adaptec, Inc. FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    In this Guide Getting Started Installation Task List Installing the Wireless PCI Adapter Installing the Device Driver Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility Disabling Zero Configuration (Windows XP only) Installing Network Protocols Connecting to the WLAN Checking Your Network Connection Changing the Set-up of Your WLAN...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Getting Started This User’s Guide provides detailed instructions for installing and configuring your Adaptec AWN-8010 Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter. See Installation Task List on page 4 process. This Guide also includes a basic overview of wireless and Local Area Network (LAN) technology (see users.
  • Page 10 Getting Started This is Your Wireless PCI Adapter Antenna connector PCI connector LINK LED PWR LED Flashes while the adapter searches for a Glows steady when the wireless connection, then becomes adapter is receiving power. steady when the connection is made. This LED goes dark when the (There is no wireless connection when power is turned off.

  • Page 11: Installation Task List

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Installation Task List To successfully install your Wireless PCI Adapter, complete each of these tasks, in order: If you are unfamiliar with wireless technology or LANs, read About Wireless Technology and LANs on page 43 overview.

  • Page 12: Installing The Wireless Pci Adapter

    Installing the Wireless PCI Adapter To install your Wireless PCI Adapter: 1 Discharge any static electricity build-up before handling the adapter by touching a grounded metal object (such as the exposed metal parts on the back of your computer). 2 Turn off power to the computer and disconnect the power cord. Open the computer cabinet, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 13 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide 5 Insert the Wireless PCI Adapter into the PCI expansion slot. Press down firmly until the adapter clicks into place. When installed properly, the adapter should appear level with the expansion slot. Note: Depending on the tightness of the PCI slot, gentle but firm force may be required to insert the adapter.

  • Page 14: Installing The Device Driver

    Installing the Device Driver Before you continue, ensure that you have: Reviewed About Wireless Technology and LANs on page 43 basic overview of WLANs. Installed the Wireless PCI Adapter. See The next step on the Installation Task List device driver. A device driver is a software program that lets your adapter communicate with your computer.

  • Page 15: Windows Xp Driver Installation

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Windows XP Driver Installation To install the device driver on Windows XP: 1 Install the Wireless PCI Adapter into your computer. See Windows XP automatically detects the Wireless PCI Adapter and opens the Found New Hardware Wizard.
  • Page 16 Installing the Device Driver 5 Click Finish. The device driver installation is complete. Windows XP automatically begins the next installation task by opening the software installation wizard for the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Go to Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility on page 18 continue.

  • Page 17: Windows 2000 Driver Installation

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Windows 2000 Driver Installation To install the device driver on Windows 2000: 1 Install the Wireless PCI Adapter into your computer. See Power on your computer, if it isn’t already running. Windows 2000 automatically detects the Wireless PCI Adapter and opens the Found New Hardware Wizard.
  • Page 18 Installing the Device Driver 4 Insert the Ultra Wireless PCI CD into your CD-ROM drive. 5 Select CD-ROM driver, then click Next. 6 Click Next.
  • Page 19 7 Click Yes. 8 Click Finish. The device driver installation is complete. Windows 2000 automatically begins the next installation task by opening the software installation wizard for the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Go to Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility on page 18 continue.

  • Page 20: Windows Me Driver Installation

    Windows Me Driver Installation To install the device driver on Windows Me: 1 Install the Wireless PCI Adapter into your computer. See Windows Me automatically detects the Wireless PCI Adapter and opens the Add New Hardware Wizard. 2 Insert the Ultra Wireless PCI CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3 Select Automatic search for a better driver..., then click Next.
  • Page 21 5 Click Yes to restart your computer. When the restart is complete, Windows Me automatically begins the next installation task by opening the software installation wizard for the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Go to Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility on page 18...

  • Page 22: Windows 98Se Driver Installation

    Windows 98SE Driver Installation To install the device driver on Windows 98SE: 1 Install the Wireless PCI Adapter into your computer. See Windows 98SE automatically detects the Wireless PCI Adapter and opens the Add New Hardware Wizard. 2 Click Next. 3 Select Search for the best driver..., then click Next.
  • Page 23 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide 5 Select CD-ROM drive, then click Next. 6 Click Next. Windows 98SE copies files to your hard drive.
  • Page 24 8 Click Yes to restart your computer. When the restart is complete, Windows 98SE automatically begins the next installation task by opening the software installation wizard for the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Go to Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility on page 18...

  • Page 25: Installing The Adaptec Wireless Utility

    Installed the Wireless PCI Adapter. See Installed the device driver. See The next step on the Installation Task List (see the Adaptec Wireless Utility, a software application that helps you configure your Wireless PCI Adapter. When the device driver installation is complete, Windows automatically opens InstallShield, an installation wizard that will help you install the Adaptec Wireless Utility.
  • Page 26 (recommended), or click Browse to select an alternate destination. 3 You can choose where to store program icons in the Program Folder. Type a new folder name or select one from the Existing Folders list. Click Next. Installing the Adaptec Wireless Utility...
  • Page 27 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide 4 Click Next. The software installation begins. The Setup Status appears on screen. 5 Click Finish.
  • Page 28 Zero Configuration, which automatically takes over as the default utility for your Wireless PCI Adapter. When the Adaptec Wireless Utility installation is complete, a message appears telling you that you must disable Windows Zero Configuration before using the Adaptec Wireless Utility.

  • Page 29: Disabling Zero Configuration (Windows Xp Only)

    Adaptec Wireless Utility, you must first disable Zero Configuration. Although Zero Configuration is similar to the Adaptec Wireless Utility in functionality, the Adaptec Wireless Utility is easier to use and has extra security settings. Adaptec recommends using the Adaptec Wireless Utility instead of Zero Configuration. Follow the instructions provided in this section to disable Zero Configuration.
  • Page 30 3 Ensure that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box is deselected, then click OK. Ensure checkbox is empty. 4 Open the Adaptec Wireless Utility. (See Wireless Utility is already running, close it and re-open it. Disabling Zero Configuration (Windows XP only) page...

  • Page 31: Installing Network Protocols

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Installing Network Protocols Before you continue, make sure that you have completed these tasks: Reviewed About Wireless Technology and LANs on page 43 basic overview of WLANs. Installed the Wireless PCI Adapter. See Installed the device driver.
  • Page 32 Windows 98SE/Me Users To install the appropriate network protocols: 1 From the Start menu, click Settings, then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click Network. Note: Before you add a network protocol, verify that the protocol is not already installed. (Refer to your Windows documentation for instructions.) Never install duplicate protocols.
  • Page 33 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide 3 Select Adaptec Wireless PCI Adapter, then click Add. 4 Select Protocol, then click Add.
  • Page 34 5 Under Manufacturers, select Microsoft, under Network Protocols, select TCP/IP, then click OK. 6 See Connecting to the WLAN on page 28 last Installation Task. Installing Network Protocols to continue with your...

  • Page 35: Connecting To The Wlan

    Adaptec Wireless products are preset to work together on a WLAN. If you are using only Adaptec Wireless products on your WLAN, you do not need to change the default settings on your Wireless PCI Adapter. You have completed the Installation Task List.
  • Page 36 To link your Wireless PCI Adapter to your WLAN: 1 Open the Adaptec Wireless Utility by double-clicking the Adaptec Wireless Utility icon on your taskbar. 2 Click the Configuration tab. a Ensure that the Operating Mode setting is correct for your WLAN.
  • Page 37 Each station on your WLAN must have the same Preamble Type setting. c Make any necessary changes, then click Apply Changes. 5 Click OK to close the Adaptec Wireless Utility. You have completed the Installation Task List. Checking Your Network Connection on page 31 information on using your Wireless PCI Adapter.

  • Page 38: Checking Your Network Connection

    If it’s dark, there is no wireless connection. Look at the Adaptec Wireless Utility icon on your taskbar. If the icon is green, the wireless connection is made. If the icon is red, the Wireless PCI Adapter is searching for a connection.

  • Page 39: Changing The Set-Up Of Your Wlan

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Changing the Set-up of Your WLAN You can use the Adaptec Wireless Utility to change the set-up of your WLAN by: Changing the operating mode. See Choosing a specific AP. See Changing the Encryption (WEP) settings. See Changing the transfer rate.

  • Page 40: Changing The Operating Mode

    3 In the Operating Mode drop-down box, select your chosen operating mode, as shown above. 4 Click Apply Changes. 5 Click OK to close the Adaptec Wireless Utility, or see to the WLAN on page 28 Changing the Set-up of Your WLAN Step 1 on page for additional information.
  • Page 41 4 Click the Link tab and ensure that the AP’s signal strength and link quality are acceptable. 5 Click Connect. Once the connection is made, the Adaptec Wireless Utility opens the Link Status page, which shows you the connected Wireless network.
  • Page 42 (WEP) settings. To change the encryption setting of your Wireless PCI Adapter: 1 Open the Adaptec Wireless Utility. See 2 Click the Encryption tab. Changing the Set-up of Your WLAN...
  • Page 43 WLAN. Go to Creating the Keys Manually If you have only Adaptec brand products on your WLAN, you can create a passphrase that automatically generates the required keys and sets a default key. Go to...
  • Page 44 1 Click Create with Passphrase, then type in your chosen word or phrase in the Passphrase text box. As you type, the Adaptec Wireless Utility will auto-generate the required keys and set a default key. (In the example below, the...
  • Page 45 1 Open the Adaptec Wireless Utility. See 2 Click the Configuration tab. 3 In the Transfer Rate drop-down box, select the transfer rate you want, as shown above. 4 Click Apply Changes, then click OK to close the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Step 1 on page...
  • Page 46 1 Open the Adaptec Wireless Utility. See 2 Click the Configuration tab. 3 In the Power Saving Mode drop-down box, select Enabled, as shown above. 4 Click Apply Changes, then click OK to close the Adaptec Wireless Utility. Adjusting the Transmit Threshold Control Settings Changes to the Transmit Threshold Control settings can affect overall network performance.
  • Page 47 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Saving and Using Configuration Profiles You can save your Wireless PCI Adapter set-ups in different profiles for use in different working environments. Using saved profiles removes the need to set up (reconfigure) your Wireless PCI Adapter each time you move from one WLAN to another.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Note: The same passphrase used on different brands of Wireless devices may not generate identical WEP keys. If you have any non-Adaptec brand Wireless devices on your WLAN, Adaptec recommends that you enter the WEP keys manually, not with a passphrase, to ensure that all WEP keys on your WLAN are identical.
  • Page 49 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide My Adaptec Wireless Utility icon is red. The Link LED on my Wireless PCI Adapter is not on. Your Wireless PCI Adapter is not linked to the WLAN. You may be outside the range of available APs.

  • Page 50: About Wireless Technology And Lans

    There are different types of Wireless networks, each with it’s own set of features and benefits. Adaptec Wireless Network products are based on the Wi-Fi standard (wireless fidelity, like high fidelity...

  • Page 51: What About Security

    Refer to your operating system’s documentation for more information. You can protect your network from intrusion by the outside world (via the Internet) by installing a router. Go to the Adaptec Web site at www.adaptec.com Wireless Router.

  • Page 52: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards Channels Antenna Frequency Data Rate Operating Ranges Temperature Ranges Humidity IEEE 802.11b PCI Interface 11 channels (US, Canada) 13 channels (Europe) 14 channels (Japan) External antenna with reversed SMA connector 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band) Up to 11 Mbps Indoor (varies depending on environment):...

  • Page 53: Glossary

    Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Glossary Access Point An Access Point (AP) is a wired controller that sends data to the wireless NICs installed in your network computers, and receives data back from them. An AP is often connected to the network computer that has Internet access, or is directly connected to the Internet by a DSL or cable modem.
  • Page 54 Glossary firewall A firewall is a security device that helps prevent users outside your network from accessing your LAN or WLAN. A firewall uses special software that keeps unauthorized users out of your network. hot-swap To hot-swap is to remove or attach a device without first shutting off your computer.
  • Page 55 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide network protocols Network protocols are rules that determine how devices on a network communicate with each other. Stands for Network Interface Card. A Wireless NIC is a computer card (such as a Wireless PCI adapter, Wireless PC Card, or Wireless USB adapter) that lets your computer link to a WLAN.
  • Page 56 It is expressed in Mbps. The default transfer rate setting, Auto Rate (or Automatic), allows your Wireless device to automatically adjust its transfer speed for optimal performance and the longest operating range. Adaptec recommends that whenever possible, you maintain the Auto Rate setting.
  • Page 57 Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide Wireless Network ID The Wireless Network ID (also referred to as the SSID) is like a secret code that your AP and your Wireless devices share to prevent unauthorized users from accessing your WLAN. Your Wireless devices can only connect to your AP if they have the same SSID as the AP.
  • Page 58 Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, CA 95035 USA © 2002 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Stock Number: 513355-06, Ver. AA, LB 09/02...

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