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WMC6300
Wireless Modem Card
User's Guide
Version 1.0
DRAFT
Copyright 2002, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved
DMM000001-01

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  • Page 1 WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card User’s Guide Version 1.0 DRAFT Copyright 2002, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved DMM000001-01...
  • Page 2 MeshNetworks products and technology are protected by US and international patent and patent pending technology. This document represents the current design; the contents are subject to change at any time at the discretion of MeshNetworks, Inc. MeshTray, and MeshNetworks’ logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of MeshNetworks, Inc.
  • Page 3 MeshNetworks...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Magnetic Antenna Assembly (Optional)........... 11 Installing the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card .............. 12 Removing the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card............. 13 Uninstalling Application Software (Windows 2000 Clients Only) ........ 14 OVERVIEW OF MESHNETWORKS’ MESHTRAY ..............15 MeshTray™......................... 15 MeshTray Status ........................ 16 Starting MeshTray......................16 Terminating MeshTray.......................
  • Page 5 MeshNetworks...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing the WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card. Please install Application Software and Drivers before inserting the Wireless Modem Card in your system. To get started proceed to the Installing the Software section of this document. is a wireless communication system capable of supporting high data rate mobile communication at vehicular speeds.

  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    MeshNetworks What’s in the o Each WMC6300 Wireless Modem Card is a full-featured wireless networking interface. The following is a list of the items provided with each WMC6300 card: • 6300 Wireless Modem Card • 2.4 G Hz Antenna with a 12 inch cable an d MMCX connector •...

  • Page 8: Installing The Software

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Installing the Software Installing Software (Windows 2000 Clients Only) Note: Install the Software before installing the WMC6300 in your system. Complete the following procedure to install the Software: 1. Insert the Software Installation CD into the computers’ CDROM drive.
  • Page 9 MeshNetworks The “License Agreement” window will be displayed. Please review the End User License Agreement. Use the scroll bar located at the right side of the window to display the complete text message. Note: If you do not agree with the terms of the license agreement, click on “Cancel”...
  • Page 10 WMC6300 Client User’s Guide 7. The setup program allows the user to change the default installation folder as shown in Figure 6. Click on “Next” to accept the location to install the software to and continue the installation process. Figure 6. Installation Folder Location 8.
  • Page 11 MeshNetworks 9. The “Ready to Install Window” will be displayed as shown in Figure 8. This window displays the Install Folder location and the Shortcut Folder name that will be used to install the software. Click on “Next” to proceed with the installation process.
  • Page 12 WMC6300 Client User’s Guide If selected, the “ReadMe” file will be displayed. Review the contents of the file and then close the dialog window by clicking on the “X” located in the upper-right corner of the window. The “ Installed Successfully” dialog window will appear as shown in Figure 10.

  • Page 13: Configuring The Dns Address

    MeshNetworks Configuring the DNS Address 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 to be resolved. Complete the following procedure to configure the address:...

  • Page 14: Installing The Antenna Assembly On A Laptop Computer

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Installing the Antenna Assembly on a Laptop Computer Complete the following procedure to mount the Antenna Assembly on a standard laptop computer. Warning This unit is not FCC certified for use in a PDA. Always eject card when not in use. 1.
  • Page 15 MeshNetworks Warning Use only the MeshNetworks supplied antenna. Use of another antenna is prohibited and violates FCC regulations. Figure 13. Mounting the Antenna Clip 4. Insert the Antenna into the Antenna Clip as shown in Figure 14. Warning Never use the WMC6300 with the Antenna removed from the Clip.

  • Page 16: Installing The Magnetic Antenna Assembly (Optional)

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Installing the Magnetic Antenna Assembly (Optional) Complete the following procedure to mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna with a 12-foot cable assembly to the rooftop of an automobile. Locate the Magnetic Antenna and route the 12-foot cable as required from the location of the Host Computer to the rooftop of the automobile.

  • Page 17: Installing The Wmc6300 Wireless Modem Card

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

  • Page 18: Removing The Wmc6300 Wireless Modem Card

    Always eject card when not in use. Click on the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the system task bar Select “Stop MeshNetworks PC Card Parent” Click on the Eject button Wait for a message which indicates that the device may be safely removed from the system Remove the WMC6300 from the PCMCIA slot as shown in Figure 18.

  • Page 19: Uninstalling Application Software (Windows 2000 Clients Only)

    “Add/Remove Programs” located in the Control Panel. 2. The Uninstall program will ask, “Are you sure you want to remove MeshNetworks Software…” as shown in Figure 19. Click on “Yes” to continue. Figure 19.

  • Page 20: Overview Of Meshnetworks' Meshtray

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Overview of MeshNetworks’ MeshTray MeshTray™ MeshTray is a status application that reports vital and statistical information about the card. Because MeshTray is a “tray” application, it stays in the system status tray area when minimized as shown in Figure 21 and Figure 22.

  • Page 21: Meshtray Status

    MeshNetworks MeshTray Status When the utility is launched, MeshTray displays useful system information such as a description of the device, the MAC address of the node, the IP address of the currently associated IAP, and the type of device (i.e., Subscriber Device, Wireless Router or IAP).

  • Page 22: Customer Service Information

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide Customer Service Information For information about solving difficulties in setting up your mea WMC6300, please see the http://www.meshnetworks.com/ Frequently Asked Questions in the support page at If you have read this document, reviewed the FAQ, and made every effort to resolve installation...

  • Page 23: License And Warranty Information

    “Source”) hereby licenses to the end-user (“You”) the software accompanying this Product ("Software"). You have right of possession to the CD ROM on which the Software is recorded (in accordance with your arrangement with the Source), but MeshNetworks retains title to the Software and related documentation.
  • Page 24 WMC6300 Client User’s Guide HARDWARE WARRANTY MeshNetworks warrants to You that the hardware elements of the Product will be substantially free from material defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for a period of one (1) year from the date of acquisition from the Source.
  • Page 25 OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OTHER HAZARDS. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, MESHNETWORKS EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF, ITS RESELLERS AND SUPPLIERS AND THEIR RESPECTIVE DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS, ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT...

  • Page 26: Regulatory Information

    WMC6300 Client User’s Guide 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;...

  • Page 27: Safety Information For The Wmc6300

    7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. WARNING Use the antenna supplied by MeshNetworks. Use of other antennas is prohibited may violate FCC regulations. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any unauthorized modifications to this...

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