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  • Page 1 J20H031 Wireless Access Point Module 802.11 a/b/g User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT MODULE ....3 1-1 I ......................3 NTRODUCTION 1-2 U .............. 3 SING A IRELESS OCAL ETWORK 1-3 F ................. 4 EATURES AND EQUIREMENTS CHAPTER 2 NETWORK CONFIGURING AND PLANNING ......5 2-1 A ....................

  • Page 3: Chapter 1 About The Wireless Access Point Module

    Chapter 1 About the Wireless Access Point Module 1-1 Introduction The Wireless Access Point Module allows you to access Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), share a local printer and files with others in your network, access the Internet, and roam about the office—wirelessly.

  • Page 4: Features And Requirements

    1-3 Features and Requirements The Wireless Access Point Module includes the following features: Wireless Features • Support for the IEEE 802.11a standard • Support for the IEEE 802.11b standard • Operates within the 2.4-GHz band • Operates within the 5GHz band •...

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 Network Configuring And Planning

    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

    2-2 Access Point (Infrastructure) Network An Access Point network is also referred to as an “Infrastructure” network. The key difference between a wireless access point network and an Ad-Hoc network is the addition of one extra element—the Access Point. The Access Point serves as the focal point for all data traffic on your wireless network, optimally managing all wireless data transactions.

  • Page 7: Chapter 3 Atheros Client Utility Installation

    Chapter 3 Atheros Client Utility Installation Note for Windows XP Users: The Windows XP operating system has a built-in feature known as “Wireless Zero Configuration” which has the capability to configure and control (See Chapter 5). Installing the Wireless LAN the Wireless Access Point Module Client utility will disable this Windows XP feature.
  • Page 8 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 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 access the utility click on Atheros Client Utility icon in the system tray (Uninstall information can be found in Appendix A)

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

    Chapter 4 Atheros Client Utility (ACU) Configuration The following sections describe the Atheros Client Utility (ACU). The ACU provides quick access and friendly interface to configure the Wireless LAN settings. If you are using Windows XP and have not installed the Atheros Client Utility, information on configuring your Wireless using Windows XP Zero Configuration feature can be found in Chapter 5.

  • Page 11: Current Status Tab

    Figure 4-2 4-2 Current Status Tab The current status tab displays the following information about your wireless connection. • Profile Name – The current name of the selected configuration profile. • Network Type – The current type of wireless network that is either Access Point or Ad-hoc. •...
  • Page 12 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

    4-3 Profile Management The Profile Management tab allows the user to configure several different user defined profiles. Each profile can be configured to match the appropriate settings of a unique wireless network. The Profile box lists all the configured profiles. The Details dialog describes the basic settings (SSID, Network Type, Security Mode) of the highlighted profile.

  • Page 14: Create Or Modify A Profile

    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 Figure 4-7 5. Select the Security Tab to manage the security settings associated with this profile Figure 4-8 6. Choose the security setting that is required on the wireless network. Once the appropriate...

  • Page 16: Security Settings In Profile Management

    security mode is chosen the button next to the selection will enable you to include any additional information required by that security mode. 4-3-2 Security Settings in Profile Management The Security Tab allows you to configure the Wireless Access Point Module to match the security settings of the Wireless LAN network.
  • Page 17 Setting Pre-Shared Keys Pre-Shared keys can be defined using the “Define Pre-Shared Keys” box Figure 4-10 Key Entry Method – Determines the entry method for an encryption key: • Hexadecimal (0-9, A-F) • ASCII text (any keyboard characters, A-Z, 0-9). PreUser Key –...
  • Page 18 Setting LEAP authentication LEAP authentication is a part of CCX compatibility and allows you to configure the Wireless Access Point Module to match the work with a Wireless LAN that incorporates LEAP authentication. This mode should only be used if your Wireless LAN requires LEAP authentication. To configure the LEAP settings for a particular profile select LEAP in the security mode and click on the Define LEAP settings button to configure the settings described below.
  • Page 19 Figure 4-12...

  • Page 20: Advanced Settings In Profile Management

    4-3-3 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 Wireless Access Point Module.

  • Page 21: Diagnostic Tab

    Wireless Mode Setting 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 Wireless Access Point Module will automatically search all frequencies and data rates for wireless networks that match up to the profile settings.

  • Page 22: Action Menu

    4-5 Action Menu The Action menu allows for enabling and disabling both the wireless radio and/or system tray icon. Figure 4-15 4-5-1 Enable/Disable Radio There may be situations when the user wants to disable the Wireless Access Point Module’s radio, so that the wireless device cannot send or receive any wireless traffic.

  • Page 23: Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration Using Windows Xp

    Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration using Windows XP 5-1 Configuring Your Wireless Networking Settings The Windows XP operating system has a built-in feature known as “Wireless Zero Configuration” which has the capability to configure and control this Wireless LAN device. To configure your device with this feature follow the steps below…...

  • Page 24: Disabling The Radio

    5-3 Disabling the Radio There may be situations when the user wants to disable the Wireless Access Point Module 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 Wireless Access Point Module.

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

    Appendix A – Atheros Client Utility Uninstall Process Follow the steps below to remove the Atheros Client Utility: Access the Control Panel from the Start menu Click on the ‘Add/Remove Programs’ in the ‘Control Panel’. Select ‘Atheros Client Utility’ and click ‘Change/Remove’ button, the dialog as below displays. Figure A-1 Figure A-2 Select ‘Remove’...
  • Page 26 you really want to remove the Atheros Client Utility. Figure A-3 3. Wait for the un-installation to do its work. Click ‘Finish’ to complete the un-Installation. Figure A-4 Figure A-5...
  • Page 27 Figure A-6...

  • Page 28: Appendix B - Glossary

    Appendix B - Glossary ACU - Atheros Client Utility (ACU) is the utility that allows for configuration of the Wireless Access Point Module Access Point - An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks together. Ad Hoc - A peer- to-peer wireless network without Access Point. A group of wireless clients consistent an independent wireless LAN.

  • Page 29: Appendix C -Wireless Notices

    Appendix C –Wireless Notices U.S. Regulatory Wireless Notice 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 30 This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: 1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and 2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna, 3) For all products market in US, OEM has to limit the operation channels in CH1 to CH11 for 2.4G band by supplied firmware programming tool.

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