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  • Page 1 Aria ™ extreme 54 Mbps Wireless LAN CardBus Card or PCI Card Windows User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The material contained herein is supplied without representation or warranty of any kind. Sonnet therefore assumes no responsibility and shall have no liability of any kind arising from the supply or use of this...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual The following terms and abbreviations are used interchangeably: • Access Point – AP • Peer-to-Peer (Computer-to-Computer) – Ad-Hoc • Wireless LAN – WLAN • Ethernet network – LAN – network This User’s Manual contains information on how to install and configure your Aria extreme CardBus card or Aria extreme PCI card.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1—Introduction ..............................1 Wireless LAN Basics................................2 Local Area Network (LAN)..................................2 Ad-Hoc Mode....................................... 3 Infrastructure Mode ..................................... 4 Roaming (Aria extreme CardBus) ................................. 5 Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software ...................7 System Requirements................................8 Installing the Aria extreme PCI Adapter Card.........................9 Basic Installation Procedure ..................................
  • Page 5 Connecting to an Access Point or Wireless LAN Card ......................39 Viewing the Wireless Connection Status ..........................42 Configuring the Wireless Connection Properties........................43 Chapter 6—Uninstalling the Aria extreme........................49 Uninstalling the Wireless LAN Card Software ........................49 Removing the Aria extreme Card............................52 Chapter 7—Troubleshooting .............................53 Verify the Aria extreme is functioning properly ........................53 Cannot Install under Windows 2000 ............................54 Radio Interference ................................54...
  • Page 6 Glossary ....................................74...
  • Page 7 List of Figures Figure 1-1 Ad-Hoc Mode..........................................3 Figure 1-2 Infrastructure Mode......................................4 Figure 1-3 Roaming Across Multiple Access Points..............................5 Figure 3-1 Link Status Tab........................................23 Figure 3-2 Configuration Tab.......................................27 Figure 3-3 Encryption Tab ........................................29 Figure 3-5 Site Monitor Tab .........................................32 Figure 3-6 About Tab ..........................................33 Figure 5-1 Windows XP Configuration Utility-Connect to Wireless Network...................40 Figure 5-2 Windows XP- Connection Status................................42 Figure 5-3 Windows XP Connection Properties -General ............................43...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1-Introduction

    Chapter 1—Introduction The Aria extreme is a cross-platform, high-speed 802.11g wireless LAN adapter (CardBus or PCI) card. It enables your computer to connect to a wireless network and access the Internet, and share resources, such as files and networked printers, without being bound to network wires.

  • Page 10: Wireless Lan Basics

    Wireless LAN Basics This section contains some basic information to help you better understand how the Aria extreme works with other devices to create and operate within a wireless network. Local Area Network (LAN) Simply put, a LAN is a network that exists in a relatively limited area. A network consists of two or more computers connected together, sharing files and peripheral devices such as printers.

  • Page 11: Ad-Hoc Mode

    Ad-Hoc Mode The Ad-Hoc Group offers peer-to-peer (computer to computer) connections between workstations, enabling communication between computers within range that have a Wireless LAN Card installed. A wireless Ad-Hoc network can also access a wired LAN‘s TCP/IP services (such as e-mail and the Internet) by using a TCP/IP software router on an Ethernet equipped Macintosh PowerBook or Windows notebook computer.

  • Page 12: Infrastructure Mode

    Infrastructure Mode The Infrastructure network uses an Access Point (AP) or several APs as a gateway, linking the wireless network to a wired LAN. As a result, portable and desktop computers on your wireless network have access to all of the features of your wired LAN, including e-mail, Internet access, networked printers and file servers.

  • Page 13: Roaming (Aria Extreme Cardbus)

    Roaming (Aria extreme CardBus) Multiple Access Points can be installed to extend the wireless service coverage area for seamless wireless access. Within an extended service area, all Access Points and wireless clients must use the same Service Set Identity (SSID). When roaming among different Access Points, wireless connectivity is maintained automatically at all times.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2-Installing The Aria Extreme Card And Software

    Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software This chapter describes the process of driver and utility software installation for Aria extreme CardBus and PCI cards; this chapter also describes the process of hardware installation for the Aria extreme PCI card. The driver software enables the card to operate in your computer, while the utility software, Wireless LAN Utility, helps you configure and monitor your Aria extreme.

  • Page 16: System Requirements

    54Mbps Wireless LAN Card User’s Manual System Requirements To use the Aria extreme, your computer must meet the following minimum requirements: Pentium (or equivalent) processor, 300 MHz or better recommended 64MB of RAM, additional memory recommended 30 MB or more hard disk space ®...

  • Page 17: Installing The Aria Extreme Pci Adapter Card

    Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software Installing the Aria extreme PCI Adapter Card This section covers the installation of the Aria extreme PCI into a desktop computer. If this does not apply to you, skip to the page 11. WARNING: When handling computer products, you must take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity.
  • Page 18 54Mbps Wireless LAN Card User’s Manual Remove the Aria extreme PCI card from its packaging, and screw in the included antenna. If you will be connecting to a closed network and access is restricted to specific users, write down the MAC number printed on a label affixed to the back of the card. Install the Aria extreme PCI card into the PCI slot;...

  • Page 19: Installing The Wireless Lan Driver And Software

    Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software Installing the Wireless LAN Driver and Software WARNING: If you have the Aria extreme CardBus card, do not plug it into your computer before installing its driver. If you do, the Windows Plug-n-Play function will detect the card and a installation dialog requesting its driver will appear;...
  • Page 20 54Mbps Wireless LAN Card User’s Manual Double-click the Utility&Driver folder from the software that you downloaded, and then double-click Setup.exe to launch the installer. When the Welcome window pops up, click Next >. When the License Agreement window appears, click Yes.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software To install the software to the default destination folder, click Next. If you want to install the software to a different folder, click Browse…, select another folder, and then click Next >. For the Aria extreme CardBus card only: When the Insert adapter now…...
  • Page 22 54Mbps Wireless LAN Card User’s Manual Click Finish when the following window appears; Windows may reboot.

  • Page 23: General Guidelines For Os-Specific Situations

    Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software General Guidelines for OS-Specific Situations Depending on the Windows version running on your computer, different situations will occur during or after the software installation. Follow the instructions on the next page to complete the installation.
  • Page 24 54Mbps Wireless LAN Card User’s Manual For Windows XP If a Windows logo compatibility message appears, click Continue Anyway. When a dialog box appears requesting a driver for the Aria extreme, select “Install the software automatically” and click Next >. If you are prompted to provide the driver, click OK, then click Browse to locate the directory you selected to install the Wireless LAN Utility (e.g., C:\Program Files\WLAN\Driver\PCMCIA) and then click OK.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3-Using The Wireless Lan Utility

    Chapter 3—Using the Wireless LAN Utility Once you have properly installed the driver software for the Aria extreme, you can configure the card using the provided Wireless LAN Utility. The utility window has five tabs: • Link Status - Displays general information about the connection and activity of your current link.

  • Page 26: Launching The Wireless Lan Utility

    Launching the Wireless LAN Utility To launch the Wireless LAN Utility, go to the Windows Start menu and select Programs > WLAN Utility > WLAN Utility. If you are using Windows XP, go to the next page. Otherwise, skip to page 22.

  • Page 27: Note About Using The Wireless Lan Utility Under Windows Xp

    Note About Using the Wireless LAN Utility Under Windows XP Instead of using the Wireless LAN Utility for configuring your Aria extreme, you may also configure it using the Wireless Zero Configuration Utility included with Windows XP. By default, the Windows utility manages your Aria extreme. As a result, you may find that the Configuration and Encryption tabs are not available in the Wireless LAN Utility.
  • Page 28 Double-click the Wireless Zero Configuration Utility tray icon, click Properties (or Advanced), and then select the Wireless Networks tab. Wireless Zero Configuration Sonnet s WLAN utility icon Utility icon Uncheck the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box on the Wireless Connection Properties tab, and then click OK;...
  • Page 29 Reverting to Windows XP’s Wireless Zero Configuration Utility Double-click the Wireless Zero Configuration Utility icon (not the Wireless LAN Utility icon), and then click Advanced (or Properties). Click the Wireless Networks tab, check the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box, and then click OK.
  • Page 30 Link Status Tab The Link Status tab displays general information about the connection and activity of your current link. The following table describes the items found on the Link Status screen. Screen Item Description SSID Displays the name of the wireless network to which your computer is currently connected.

  • Page 31: Figure 3-1 Link Status Tab

    Reconnect: Reconnects your computer to its target wireless network. Figure 3-1 Link Status Tab...
  • Page 32 Configuration Tab The Configuration tab displays the current network and operating mode settings for the Aria extreme. The following table describes the items found on the Configuration screen. Screen Item Description Profile Name Name of your current settings. Operating Mode Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer).
  • Page 33 Screen Item Description Peer-to-Peer Channel Ad-Hoc mode ONLY. Specifies the selected channel for your wireless network. Note that the channels you are allowed to use are different according to your geographic location. Make sure you select a legal channel that is allowed in your regulatory domain. US, Canada - Channels 1–11 (FCC) Japan - Channels 1–14 (TELEC) Europe - Channels 1–13 (ETSI)
  • Page 34 Screen Item Description For 802.11g AP or wireless client: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9,11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps rates are supported.

  • Page 35: Figure 3-2 Configuration Tab

    Figure 3-2 Configuration Tab Encryption Tab In the Encryption tab, you may change settings to secure your network by using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). If encryption isn’t necessary, select Disable from the Encryption (WEP security) drop-down menu. To enable WEP, follow the steps below: Select 64 bits or 128 bits as the WEP key length from the Encryption (WEP security) drop-down menu.
  • Page 36 From the Type list, select the required authentication type. (You should use the same authentication method as used by your target wireless network.) • Open Key: If your target wireless network uses Open Key, your authentication request will be always accepted. •...

  • Page 37: Figure 3-3 Encryption Tab

    Figure 3-3 Encryption Tab From the Use WEP Key list select which key you want to use to encrypt your transmitting data. After you have finished entering all the encryption settings, click Apply to activate the changes.
  • Page 38 Note: When setting WEP keys for data encryption, all the wireless stations and/or Access Points must use the same encryption key values. For example, if you use Key 1 on your wireless adapter and a value is assigned, then the same value must be assigned to Key 1 for all the users in a wireless network.
  • Page 39 For each network, the following information will be displayed: Field Description Network Name Displays the name(s) of the wireless network(s). Channel Lists the channel used by the AP or wireless station. Displays whether WEP is ON or OFF. Signal Displays the signal strength in dBm. Link Quality Measures the signal level.

  • Page 40: Figure 3-5 Site Monitor Tab

    Figure 3-5 Site Monitor Tab...

  • Page 41: Figure 3-6 About Tab

    About Tab The About tab displays information about the Aria extreme card and the Wireless LAN utility, including the Utility, Driver and Firmware version details. Figure 3-6 About Tab...

  • Page 43: Chapter 4-Using Wireless Tray Icon Functions

    Chapter 4—Using Wireless Tray Icon Functions Viewing Signal Strength Information Whenever you start Windows, you should be able to find the wireless monitor icon loaded in the system tray, located near the clock on the task bar. While connected to a network, you can place your cursor over the icon to view the pop-up text that gives information about the wireless link and signal strength.
  • Page 44 System Tray Icon Information The wireless icon graphic changes to reflect the quality of your system’s wireless connection. The table below describes the radio connection quality indicated by the icon, and lists suggestions on how to improve the quality: Graphic Radio Connection Quality Very Good Your Aria extreme card has an excellent radio connection with the network, enabling excellent network communication at the highest transmit rate.
  • Page 45 Graphic Radio Connection Quality No signal. You are out of range of the wireless network, or there may be network configuration errors (such as your SSID or WEP encryption key doesn’t match that of the target AP or wireless station). Move your device closer to your target Access Point or wireless station, or verify your SSID or WEP settings.
  • Page 46 Other Functions Right-click the wireless icon to display the menu shown below: Each item on the context menu is described as below: Radio ON/Radio OFF: Enables or disables the RF signal. Link Status/Configuration/Encryption/Site Monitor/About: Opens the Wireless LAN Utility. HIDE: Closes the menu. Exit: Shuts down the Wireless LAN Utility...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5-Windows Xp Wireless Zero Configuration Utility

    Chapter 5—Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Utility Windows XP provides the built-in Wireless Zero Configuration utility for wireless configuration and monitoring. You can choose to configure your wireless network via either the included Wireless LAN Utility as described in previous section, or the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility described in this chapter.

  • Page 48: Figure 5-1 Windows Xp Configuration Utility-Connect To Wireless Network

    Note: Depending on whether your wireless network is established, the context menu may show different items. When the Connect to Wireless Network window pops up, you will see all of the nearby Access Points and Wireless LAN cards that are broadcasting. Select the wireless network to which you want to connect.
  • Page 49 Click Connect, and then you will join the target network; this dialog window will disappear. When your wireless connection is established, the connection icon appears as shown below: Note: If the wireless connection can’t be established, double-click the connection icon and then click Properties.

  • Page 50: Viewing The Wireless Connection Status

    Viewing the Wireless Connection Status After successfully connecting to a wireless network, double-click the wireless connection icon in the system tray again; the Wireless Network Connection Status window will open. You can view general configuration information for the Aria extreme, such as Status, Duration, Speed, Signal Strength, etc.

  • Page 51: Configuring The Wireless Connection Properties

    Configuring the Wireless Connection Properties To configure the wireless connection properties, open the Wireless Network Connection Status window as described above, and then click the Properties button; the Wireless Network Connection Properties window will open. You can configure the Aria extreme card’s more advanced settings.

  • Page 52: Figure 5-4 Windows Xp Connection Properties-Wireless Networks

    Wireless Networks This tab contains two sections: Available networks and Preferred networks described as below. Under Available networks section, you can also see all the available nearby Access Points and Wireless LAN Cards. Click Refresh to update the list of Access Points and Wireless LAN Cards.

  • Page 53: Figure 5-5 Windows Xp-Add Preferred Networks

    Under Preferred networks section, you can add any wireless networks to which you wish to connect. To do this, just click Add to add more Access Points or Wireless LAN Cards to the list. After you click the Add button, the Wireless Network Properties window pops up. Type your network name (SSID) and, if needed, the wireless network WEP settings.
  • Page 54 After you add several profiles into Preferred networks, you can change the order in which connection attempts to preferred networks are made. Just select the target wireless network and click Move up or Move down to move it to a desired position. Limit Access to Specific Wireless Network Types If you only want to access certain wireless network types, click the Advanced button on the Wireless Networks tab to open the Advanced window.

  • Page 55: Figure 5-6 Windows Xp Configuration Utility-Set Up A Network To Aceess

    Once you finish changing the Advanced settings, your Aria extreme will then connect to your desired network, and the connected network will be listed under Available networks. Figure 5-6 Windows XP Configuration Utility-Set up a Network to Aceess Authentication With this tab selected, you can configure your Aria extreme card’s authentication settings. Be sure to disable Enable network access control using IEEE802.1X to ensure successful connection between the Aria extreme and Access Points or other wireless LAN Cards.

  • Page 56: Figure 5-7 Windows Xp Connection Properties - Authentication

    Make sure to disable Enable network access control using IEEE 802.1X. Figure 5-7 Windows XP Connection Properties – Authentication...

  • Page 57: Chapter 6-Uninstalling The Aria Extreme

    Chapter 6—Uninstalling the Aria extreme Should you need to uninstall the Aria extreme and its application software for any reason, you should uninstall the associated software first, and then remove the hardware from your computer. Please proceed as follows. Uninstalling the Wireless LAN Card Software Note: Before uninstalling the Wireless LAN Card software, please disable the utility by right- clicking the utility tray icon and select Exit from the context menu.
  • Page 58 Close all programs that are currently running. Click the Windows Start button, point to Programs > WLAN Utility > Uninstall Utility. Click OK to proceed with the software uninstall procedure.
  • Page 59 Click Finish to complete the software uninstallation. Depending on which Windows version is running, your computer may reboot.

  • Page 60: Removing The Aria Extreme Card

    Removing the Aria extreme Card To permanently remove the Aria extreme card from your computer, make sure that you have uninstalled the software before you remove the hardware. If you have an Aria extreme PCI card, follow the procedure described in your computer’s owner’s guide. The Aria extreme CardBus card complies with the PCMCIA standard that allows devices to be inserted into and removed from the computer’s PCMCIA slot when the computer is powered on.

  • Page 61: Chapter 7-Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7—Troubleshooting Verify the Aria extreme is functioning properly After installation you can verify whether the Aria extreme is properly installed and functioning by followings these steps: Launch the Device Manager as below: • For Windows 98/Me: Under Control Panel, click System > Device Manager. •...

  • Page 62: Cannot Install Under Windows 2000

    Cannot Install under Windows 2000 When attempting to install the software under Windows 2000, the error message “1608: Unable to create InstallDriver instance” is displayed, and the program stopped installing. This error occurs when the Microsoft Network Client is not installed under Windows 2000. To install this network component: Go to Control Panel and double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
  • Page 63 • Plug your computer into an electrical outlet on a different branch circuit than that used by the affecting device. • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. • Keep your away from microwave ovens and large metal objects. Card Not Detected If Windows does not detect the Aria extreme, try the following: •...
  • Page 64 • If in Ad-Hoc mode, make sure the Log on to Windows NT domain check box is NOT selected in the Client for Microsoft Networks Properties dialog box in the Network Configuration tab. • Incorrect IP Address or Subnet Mask settings. Check these in the TCP/IP Properties dialog box in the Network Configuration tab.
  • Page 65 Cannot Connect to Access Point If you cannot make a connection to an Access Point, it could be due to one of the following reasons: • Physical connection problems at the Access Point. Check the AP and verify all the connectors are plugged or screwed in securely.

  • Page 67: Appendix A-Limited Warranty

    Sonnet Technologies, Inc. warrants that its product(s) shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years following the date of original purchase. Sonnet’s liability under this warranty shall be limited, at its option, to repairing or replacing product(s) shown to be defective either in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 68 ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY SONNET. Without limitation of the foregoing, Sonnet expressly disclaims any liability whatsoever for any damages incurred, directly or indirectly, in connection with its product(s), including without limitation, loss of profits and special, incidental or consequential damages, whether caused by Sonnet’s negligence or otherwise.

  • Page 69: Appendix B-Regulatory Compliance

    Appendix B—Regulatory Compliance FCC Part 15 Declaration of Conformity (DoC) The following equipment: Product Name: Aria extreme is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements of FCC Part 15 rules. The operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 70: Fcc Rules And Regulations - Part 15

    FCC Rules and Regulations - Part 15 Warning: This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commissions Rules and Regulation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 71: Fcc Radiation Exposure Statement

    FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body.

  • Page 73: Appendix C-Setting Up Tcp/Ip

    Appendix C—Setting Up TCP/IP This section contains instructions for configuring the TCP/IP protocol for the Aria extreme. The IP address policy depends on your wireless network; you should configure the TCP/IP protocol as instructed by your network administrator. For Windows 98/ME Double-click the Network icon on the Control Panel.
  • Page 74 In the network components list, select the TCP/IP protocol for the Aria extreme, e.g., TCP/IP ->Broadcom 802.11g Network Adapter and then click Properties. With the IP Address tab selected, choose one of the methods as required: Option A: Click Specify an IP address. In the IP Address box, enter a valid four-component IP address, either a public or private one as required.
  • Page 75 Click OK to return to the Network dialog box and click OK again to finish the configuration procedure. If your TCP/IP properties have been modified, you will be prompted to restart your computer. Click Yes to have new settings take effect.

  • Page 76: For Windows 2000/Xp

    For Windows 2000/XP Double-click Network Dial-up Connections (Windows 2000) or Network Connections (Windows XP) on Control Panel, then Network Connections. Right-click the Broadcom 802.11g Network Adapter icon and click Properties.
  • Page 77 With the General tab selected, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click Properties. Option A: Use a fixed IP address. Enable the Use the following IP Address option. Enter the IP address, Subnet Mask and Default gateway. Then click OK. Option B: Use a dynamic IP address Select Obtain an IP address automatically.

  • Page 79: Appendix D Specifications

    Appendix D Specifications Host Interfaces CardBus, PCI Spec. 2.2 Type III B/32bit CardBus, PCI Form factors Broadcom BCM 4306 & BCM 2050 Chipset Operation Voltage 3.3VDC Network Standards IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi™) standard and IEEE 802.11g standard (54G) Modulation Techniques DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, 16QAM, 64QAM Modulation Technology OFDM, DSSS 802.11b –...
  • Page 80 Operating Frequencies 2.4–2.497 GHz 802.11b - North America: 11, Japan: 14, Europe (ETSI): 13 Operating Channels 802.11g - North America, Japan, Europe (ETSI): 13 15 dBm maximum output power (14 dBm nominal ± 1 dBm over operating RF Output Power temperature Receiver sensitivity -80dBm @ 6Mbps...
  • Page 81 802.11b: Multipath R.M.S Delay Spread @ 1% FER: 11 Mbps > 250 nsec; 5.5 Delay Tolerance Mbps > 300 nsec Automatic location profile, site monitor, current link status, and diagnostics Client Utility Microsoft WHQL certified for Windows XP, 2000, and ME. Linux and VxWorks Software Support embedded drivers.
  • Page 82 Glossary 802.11 802.11 refers to a family of specifications developed by the IEEE for wireless LAN technology. 802.11 specifies an over-the-air interface between a wireless client and a base station or between two wireless clients. Access Point An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks. Access Points combined with a distributed system support the creation of multiple radio cells that enable roaming throughout a facility.
  • Page 83 Encryption The translation of data into a secret code. Encryption is the most effective way to achieve data security. To read an encrypted file, you must have access to a secret key or password that enables you to decrypt it. Ethernet The most widely used medium access method, which is defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard.
  • Page 84 network on the Internet and an identifier of the particular device (which can be a server or a workstation) within that network. Local Area Network. A communication network that serves users within a defined geographical area. The benefits include the sharing of Internet access, files, and equipment, such as printers and storage devices.
  • Page 85 all devices attempting to connect to a specific WLAN must use the same SSID. A device will not be permitted to join the BSS unless it can provide the unique SSID. An SSID is also referred to as a Network Name because essentially it is a name that identifies a wireless network Subnet Mask A value that defines whether your computer communicates only within your LAN or...
  • Page 86 Wired Equivalent Privacy, a security protocol for wireless local area networks defined in the 802.11b standard. WEP is designed to provide the same level of security as that of a wired LAN. LANs are more secure than WLANs because LANs are somewhat physically protected by their structure, having some or all part of the network inside a building protected from unauthorized access.

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