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  • Page 1 Proxim : G11FNF WLAN 802.11b/g User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Chapter 1 About the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device .......... 3 1-1 Introduction......................3 1-2 Using a Wireless Local Area Network..............3 1-3 Features and Requirements................... 4 Chapter 2 Network Configuring and Planning ............5 2-1 Ad-Hoc Network....................

  • Page 3: Chapter 1 About The Proxim Wlan 802.11B/G Device

    The PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device is a 2.4Ghz WLAN technology that will operate with at a maximum data rate of 11Mbps with 802.11b and maximum data rate of 54Mbps with 802.11g wireless networks.

  • Page 4: Features And Requirements

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF 1-3 Features and Requirements The PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g devic e includes the following features: Wireless Features • Support for the IEEE 802.11b standard • Support for the IEEE 802.11g standard • Operates within the 2.4-GHz band •...

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 Network Configuring And Planning

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Chapter 2 Network Configuring and Planning A wireless LAN can be configured for two different modes of operation. While each method has its advantages, one may be better suited for your needs. Review the following configurations to determine which mode is best for you.

  • Page 6: Access Point (Infrastructure) Network

    • Roaming: As you move throughout the building, the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device will automatically search for an access point to use, ensuring continuous communication with the wireless network.

  • Page 7: Chapter 3 Atheros Client Utility Installation

    “Wireless Zero Configuration” which has the capability to configure and control (See Chapter 5). Installing the Wireless LAN Client the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device utility will disable this Windows XP feature. For most Windows XP users, it is recommended that the y do not install the Atheros Client Utility.
  • Page 8 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF 3. Scroll down and check the Box labeled, “Atheros Client Utility”. Figure 3-2 4. Click on the Next button. Figure 3-3...
  • Page 9 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF 5. Congratulations! Atheros Client Utility has been installed successfully. Please click ‘Finish’ to go to the next step. Figure 3-4 6. The Atheros Client Utility will automatically be loaded each time your computer started. To...

  • Page 10: Chapter 4 Atheros Client Utility (Acu) Configuration

    The Atheros Client Utility icon will display the current status of the wireless connection. The following are the various states that can be displayed by the icon… • Radio Disabled indicates that the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g radio has been disabled through either Hardware or Software •...

  • Page 11: Current Status Tab

    Wireless Mode – The current wireless mode is the frequency and data rate that has been selected. • Current Channel – Specifies the current channel that the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g is connected to or scanning on. • Link Status – The link can be either connected or disconnected to an Access point or other wireless client.
  • Page 12 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF The Advanced button provides more detailed information regarding your wireless connection. • Transmit Power Level – Provides current setting of Radio output power • Network Name (SSID) – The wireless network name (SSID) that the device is currently connected with •...

  • Page 13: Profile Management

    The Available networks button allows the user to view a list of all available wireless network that are within range of the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g . Each wireless network entry displays the SSID, encryption settings, signal strength level, channel and wireless mode information.

  • Page 14: Create Or Modify A Profile

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Figure 4-6 4-3-1 Create or Modify a Profile 1. From the Profile Management tab Click on the New or Modify button 2. The Network Configuration Settings dialog box will appear 3. In the Profile Name box, type in a unique name that describes the wireless network you are configuring the settings to connect to.
  • Page 15 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Figure 4-7 5. Select the Security Tab to manage the security settings associated with this profile Figure 4-8...

  • Page 16: Security Settings In Profile Management

    4-3-2 Security Settings in Profile Manage ment The Security Tab allows you to configure the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device to match the security settings of the Wireless LAN network. Select the appropriate security mode…...
  • Page 17 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Figure 4-9 Setting Pre -Shared Keys Pre-Shared keys can be defined using the “Define Pre -Shared Keys” box Figure 4-10...
  • Page 18 Key length setting. Setting LEAP authentication LEAP authentication is a pa rt of CCX compatibility and allows you to configure the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device to match the work with a Wireless LAN that incorporates LEAP authentication.
  • Page 19 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Figure 4-11 Figure 4-12...

  • Page 20: Advanced Settings In Profile Management

    The advanced tab provide more complex wireless settings and these settings should only be modified if there is a specific requirement on your wireless network. a. Power Save Mode - allows the user to minimize power utilized by the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device. Note: Setting Power Save Mode to enabled (Normal or Maximum) may cause the user to experience an extended connection delay of up to one minute.

  • Page 21: Diagnostic Tab

    The wireless Mode settings allow the user to specify which wireless frequency and data rate the wireless network is operating at. If all selections are chosen, the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device will automatically search all frequencies and data rates for wireless networks that match up to the profile settings.

  • Page 22: Action Menu

    Figure 4-15 4-5-1 Enable/Disable Radio There may be situations when the user wants to disable the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device’s radio, so that the wireless device cannot send or receive any wireless traffic. If a user is in an environment where there are no wireless networks, the user may turn off the radio in order to minimize power consumption of the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device.

  • Page 23: Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration Using Windows Xp

    1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel. 2. Click Network and Internet Connections. 3. Click Network Connections. 4. Right-click the network connection associated with your PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device, and select Properties. 5. Click on the Wireless Networks tab.

  • Page 24: Disabling The Radio

    Model Name: G11FNF 5-3 Disabling the Radio There may be situations when the user wants to disable the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device radio, so that the wireless device cannot send or receive any wireless traffic. If a user is in an environment where there are no wireless networks, the user may turn off the radio in order to minimize power consumption of the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device.

  • Page 25: Appendix A - Atheros Client Utility Uninstall Process

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Appendix A - Atheros Client Utility Uninstall Process Follow the steps below to remove the Atheros Client Utility: 1. Access the Control Panel from the Start menu 2. Click on the ‘Add/Remove Programs’ in the ‘Control Panel’.
  • Page 26 4. Select ‘Remove’ and then click the ‘Next’ button to perform the un-installation. Click ‘ OK’ button if you really want to remove the Atheros Client Utility. Figure A-3 5. Wait for the un-installation to do its work. Click ‘Finish’ to complete the un-Installation. Figure A-4 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Figure A-5...
  • Page 27 Figure A-6...

  • Page 28: Appendix B - Glossary

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Appendix B - Glossary ACU - Atheros Client Utility (ACU) is the utility that allows for configuration of the PROXIM WLAN 802.11b/g device Access Point - An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks together.

  • Page 29: Appendix C - Wireless Notice

    Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF Appendix C – Wireless Notice U.S. Regulatory Wireless Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject t o the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 30 Trade Name: Proxim Model Name: G11FNF • EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2) – Power Line Harmonics • EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) – Power Line Flicker • EN 60950 (IEC 60950) – Product Safety • EN 300 328-2 – Technical requirements for radio equipment • EN 301 489-1, -17 – General EMC requirements for radio equipment...

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