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SDIO card for adding Wireless LAN connectivity to a
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  • Page 1 Low Power Wireless LAN Card SDIO Version SDIO card for adding Wireless LAN connectivity to a Pocket PC 2002/2003 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION About the Software About the Link Indicator Product Registration Package Contents CHAPTER 2 GENERAL INSTALLATION STEP 1: Install the Software STEP 2: Insert the Card CHAPTER 3 OPEN OR WEP-ENABLED NETWORKS FOR POCKET PC 2003 STEP 1: Prepare Network Information STEP 2: Connect to WLAN CHAPTER 4...
  • Page 3 APPENDIX E SUPPORT RESOURCES Technical Support Users’ Forum Limited Warranty Limited Software Warranty Copyright Notice Regulatory Compliance...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Protocol-Transport Level Security (EAP-TLS) or Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol (PEAP) for environments with enhanced security. The Low Power Wireless LAN Card can be used in two operating modes. In Infrastructure mode (default), the adapter transmits and receives data with an associated access point (AP) or an infrastructure of networked APs.

  • Page 5: About The Software

    Configuration option only for Pocket PC 2002 which allows you to configure network profiles and connect. • Socket Cert Enroll (Pocket PC 2003 only) Socket Cert Enroll makes it easy to install a user certificate for 802.1x networks using EAP-TLS authentication. Software updates: www.socketcom.com/support/support_wlan.asp...

  • Page 6: Product Registration

    Registered users receive priority for technical support. Register online at: www.socketcom.com/prodreg Package Contents • A Socket SDIO Low Power Wireless LAN Card • The Socket SDIO WLAN Installation CD • The Quick Start Guide for Low Power Wireless LAN Card 6 | CHAPTER 1...

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 General Installation

    1. Make an active connection between your device and a host PC. Use ActiveSync and a serial/USB/Ethernet connection cable or cradle. 2. Insert the Socket SDIO WLAN CD. 3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 8: Step 2: Insert The Card

    Do not remove the card by simply pulling it out. Whenever the WLAN card is inserted, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar, visible from the Today screen. The icon varies to denote mode, radio, and connection status.

  • Page 9: Chapter 3 Open Or Wep-Enabled Networks For Pocket Pc 2003

    This chapter explains how to use the Low Power SDIO WLAN Card to connect to an open or WEP-enabled network. Before you try to connect, be sure to install Socket’s software and insert the card, as described in Chapter 2, “General Installation.”...

  • Page 10: Step 2: Connect To Wlan

    SCENARIO 1: The WLAN makes the ESSID visible. 1. A few seconds after you insert the WLAN card, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar. Do not tap on the icon.
  • Page 11 SCENARIO 2: The WLAN does not make the ESSID visible. 1. Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections | Advanced | Network Card. Tap on Network Card. Note: If a bubble appears reporting detected WLANs, your WLAN may either appear as a blank option or not be listed at all. Tap Hide. If the bubble does list your WLAN’s ESSID, then refer to Scenario 1 for instructions.
  • Page 12 3. In the General screen, enter the Network name (ESSID/SSID). Note that this name is case-sensitive. Select whether you want to connect to The Internet or Work. Note: In most cases, you should select The Internet. If your network has a VPN/proxy server, refer to the Pocket PC 2003...
  • Page 13 5. The Configure Wireless Networks screen should appear, with your new network listed as Unavailable. Check Automatically connect to non- preferred networks. Tap ok. Check. 6. Wait for the device to auto-detect your WLAN. It may take between a few seconds to a minute to appear in the list of wireless networks. 7.

  • Page 14: Chapter 4 802.1X Networks For Pocket Pc 2003

    This chapter explains how to use the Low Power SDIO WLAN Card with a Pocket PC 2003 to connect to an 802.1x network. Before you try to connect, be sure to install Socket’s software and insert the card, as described in Chapter 2, “General Installation.”...

  • Page 15: Step 2: Install 802.1X Certificates

    STEP 2: Install 802.1x Certificates 1. If you have not done so already, get a root (server) certificate from your network administrator. The root certificate must come from a Trusted Root Authority (not an intermediary authority). 2. If the SDIO WLAN Card is inserted, remove the card. 3.
  • Page 16 7. To install a personal certificate, tap: Start | Programs | Cert Enroll. 8. Enter the User, Password, and Server information as supplied by your network administrator. Tap Retrieve. Note: • In the User field, enter your domain and user name in the format shown, using a backslash (“\”) between the domain and user name.

  • Page 17: Step 3: Connect To Wlan

    SCENARIO 1: The WLAN makes the ESSID visible. 1. A few seconds after you insert the WLAN card, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar. Do not tap on the icon. 2. A few seconds to a minute later, a bubble should appear reporting detected WLANs.
  • Page 18 SCENARIO 2: The WLAN does not make the ESSID visible. 1. Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections | Advanced | Network Card. Tap on Network Card. Note: If a bubble appears reporting detected WLANs, your WLAN may either appear as a blank option or not be listed at all. Tap Hide. If the bubble does list your WLAN’s ESSID, then refer to Scenario 1 for instructions.
  • Page 19 3. In the General screen, enter the Network name (ESSID/SSID). Note that this name is case-sensitive. Select whether you want to connect to The Internet or Work. Note: In most cases, you should select The Internet. If your network has a VPN/proxy server, refer to the Pocket PC 2003 manual for instructions.
  • Page 20 5. The Configure Wireless Networks screen should appear, with your new network listed as Unavailable. Check Automatically connect to non- preferred networks. Tap ok. Check. 6. Remove and re-insert the WLAN card. Wait for the device to automatically detect your WLAN. It may take between a few seconds to a minute.

  • Page 21: Chapter 5 Open Or Wep-Enabled Networks

    This chapter explains how to use the Low Power SDIO WLAN Card with a Pocket PC 2002 to connect to an open or WEP-enabled network. Before you try to connect, be sure to install Socket’s software and insert the card, as described in Chapter 2, “General Installation.”...

  • Page 22: Step 2: Connect To Wlan

    SDIO WLAN Utility to create a new profile. Refer to the “Configure Network Settings” section in Chapter 5, “SDIO WLAN Utility.” 1. A few seconds after you insert the WLAN card, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar. Tap on the icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Configuration.
  • Page 23 4. The Settings screen will appear. Enter the appropriate settings for your network, as advised by your network administrator. TX Rate: Default is Fully Auto. Chan: Default is automatic selection. Specify only if using Ad Hoc Mode. Open System: For WEP Method, select Disabled. Tap OK.

  • Page 24: Chapter 5 Sdio Wlan Utility

    The utility can be accessed by either of two methods: • Whenever the WLAN card is inserted into your Pocket PC, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar of the Today screen. Tap on the icon to access the pop-up menu. •...

  • Page 25: Turn Wireless Radio On/Off

    Turn Wireless Radio On/Off 1. In the Today screen, tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, select either Wireless Radio On or Wireless Radio Off. Note: Alternatively, you can turn the radio on/off by doing either of the following: •...

  • Page 26: Remove Status Icon

    The Socket status icon normally appears in the menu bar whenever the WLAN card is inserted. 1. In the Today screen, tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, select Remove Status Icon… 2. A message will appear, explaining how to access the SDIO WLAN software after removing the icon.

  • Page 27: View Wlan Status

    View WLAN Status 1. Tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, tap Wireless Network Status… 2. Use the Status screen to view the current channel, current transmission rate, link quality, signal strength, IP address, and BSS ID.

  • Page 28: Configure Network Settings

    Configure Network Settings 1. Tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, tap Configuration… 2. Use the Config screen to manage your WLAN profiles. To create a new profile, select an Active SSID to create a profile for it, or tap on the New Profile button to create a profile for a network regardless of its status.

  • Page 29: Configure Advanced Settings

    Configure Advanced Settings 1. Tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, tap Advanced Configuration… 2. Use the Advanced screen to configure the appropriate settings, then tap Apply. Power Save Mode: • Disable: Select for best performance •...

  • Page 30: View Version Information

    View Version Information 1. Tap on the Socket status icon in the menu bar. In the pop-up menu, tap Version Information… 2. Use the About screen to view the Network Driver, Configuration Utility, and NIC Firmware versions. Note: This is a view-only screen and cannot be modified.

  • Page 31: Appendix A Specifications

    (CSMA/CA) Security Encryption/Authentication Hardware Support: 40/64-bit and 128-bit WEP data encryption 802.1x with EAP-TLS or PEAP (Pocket PC 2003 only) Software Included: Socket SDIO WLAN CD Warranty: Three years Certification/Compliance: FCC: Part 15, Class B Industry Canada RSS210 SPECIFICATIONS | 31...

  • Page 32: Appendix B Safety And Usage Tips

    • Changes or modifications of this product, not expressly approved by Socket, may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Antenna Care Do not place a metallic shield around your Low Power Wireless LAN Card since it will reduce the radio transmission efficiency. Efficient Use For optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metallic surrounding your Low Power Wireless LAN Card.
  • Page 33 2.4 to 2.5 GHz. The maximum output power of the radio transmitter is 100 mW. The Low Power Wireless LAN Card unit is designed to be in compliance with the RF exposure limits set by national authorities and international health agencies when installed or used separately from other antennas or radio transmitters.

  • Page 34: Appendix C Network Information

    If YES, please complete the following (a-c). If NO, go to Question 4. (a) Make sure your network satisfies the following four requirements. Socket’s card cannot connect to an 802.1x network unless all four conditions are true. Check with your network administrator...
  • Page 35 (c) Make sure to get a copy of the root (server) certificate from a Trusted Root Authority (not an intermediary authority). If your network uses EAP-TLS, you will also need to set up a cabled connection to the network to install a personal certificate. See Chapter 4 for instructions.

  • Page 36: Appendix D Troubleshooting

    ActiveSync by clicking Tools | Add/Remove Programs. Then re-run the software installation. SYMPTOM: The Socket status icon doesn’t appear on the task tray when I insert the card. POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION Your mobile computer may be Remove the WLAN Card.

  • Page 37: The Network

    The card is set for a static IP Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections | Advanced | Network address, but the network is using Adapters. Tap on Socket SDIO WLAN DHCP. Card and select Use server-assigned IP address. Tap ok, then remove and re-insert the card.

  • Page 38: Appendix E Support Resources

    Appendix E Support Resources If you have trouble installing or using the Low Power Wireless LAN Card, refer to Appendix D, “Troubleshooting.” You can also tap Start | Help for help on the SDIO WLAN Utility page you have open.

  • Page 39: Users' Forum

    Users’ Forum If you would like to discuss the Socket Low Power Wireless LAN Card with other users, visit Socket’s users’ forum at: www.socketforum.com Important! Socket does NOT provide technical support via the users’ forum! Note: Socket may, but is not obligated to, monitor or review any areas on...

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty. During the warranty period, Socket will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished with proof of retail purchase, provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an authorized Socket Service Center.

  • Page 41: Limited Software Warranty

    90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE. CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt.

  • Page 42: Copyright Notice

    Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of the Socket Low Power Wireless LAN Card that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.

  • Page 43: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance The Socket Low Power Wireless LAN Card is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using.
  • Page 44 © Socket Communications, Inc. August 2003 Printed in U.S.A.

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