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MicroNet SP906GL User Manual

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Wireless LAN Adapter
Model No.: SP906GL/SP908GL
http://www.micronet.info

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Wireless LAN Adapter Model No.: SP906GL/SP908GL http://www.micronet.info...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction..................3 Package Contents ................4 Wireless Basics ................6 Getting Started..................8 Installation ..................13 Troubleshooting................28 Technical Specifications ..............32...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The Wireless Network Adapter is an advanced IEEE 802.11b/g compatible, high performance, wireless card that supports data transfer speeds of up to 54 Mbps or 108Mbps in 802.11g mode. The Wireless Network Adapter comes with software drivers for the most popular Microsoft Windows operating systems and can be integrated into a larger network, running Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, in either Ad Hoc mode (without an Access Point) or Infrastructure mode (with an Access Point).

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    • Quick installation guide • Driver and Manual CD • Detachable Antenna ( SP906GL Only) System Requirements: • A laptop or desktop computer with an available 32-bit CardBus or PCI slot • Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, or Windows 98SE •...
  • Page 5 LEDS LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The Wireless LAN Adapter has two LEDs: POWER and ACTIVITY. Network Mode LED Activity Network Activity Both LEDs flash in unison Searching for a Network Both LEDs flash alternately Connection Associated with the Network, Both LEDs flicker dimly but No Activity Power Save Mode (Power-up...

  • Page 6: Wireless Basics

    Wireless Basics Wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high- speed wireless connectivity within your home or business. Strictly adhering to the 802.11b and 802.11g standards, our wireless family of products will allow you to access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 7 Installation Considerations Designed to traverse distances up to 900 feet (~300 meters), the SP906GL/SP908GL Wireless LAN Adapter lets you access your network from your laptop computer virtually anywhere you want. Keep in mind, however, that the number and thickness of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals must pass thru may limit range.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started To begin, select the type of wireless network you will be building. We will discuss the following types of networks in this section: 1. A Home Internet Network with A Residential Gateway/Router 2. A Home Internet Network with Multiple IP Addresses 3.
  • Page 9 1. A Home Internet Network with A Residential Gateway/Router Network administrators with Dynamic IPs can also follow these instructions.) If you have two or more computers (laptops or desktops) and want to share files, printers, and – or − Internet access using a DHCP-capable Residential Gateway/Router if you want to connect to an Ethernet network that uses Dynamic (DHCP) IP addresses, then follow the instructions on the next page.
  • Page 10 2. A Home Internet Network with Multiple IP Addresses (Network administrators with Static IPs can also follow these instructions.) If you have two or more computers (laptops or desktops) and want to share files, printers, and Internet access using multiple IP addresses that you have purchased from your Internet Service Provider -or- you want to connect to an Ethernet network that uses Static IP Addresses, then...
  • Page 11 Please follow these steps to complete the installation: 1. Connect the Wireless Access Point to a Broadband connection. 2. Install The Wireless LAN Adapter into the laptop computer(s) on your wireless network. 3. Check the Device Manager to confirm that the wireless card is installed correctly. 4.
  • Page 12 4. An Ad Hoc Network with Internet Sharing If you have two or more computers (desktops or laptops) and want to share files, printers, and Internet access using one computer or laptop as an Internet Server, then follow the instructions below.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation This section shows you how to install the Utility if you are using the operating systems Windows 2000, ME, 98SE. Follow the instructions given below on how to install the hardware (The Wireless LAN Adapter) and then the software (driver and utility). For those using Windows XP, the installation procedure will be the same until the utility installation.
  • Page 14 CardBus: Installing The Configuration Utility Look for the file named “Setup.exe” on the installation CD-ROM. Double-click on it to start the installation for the configuration utility. When this screen appears click Next. To install to the folder C:\Program Files\ \ Utility click Next. Otherwise click on Browse to choose an alternate location.
  • Page 15 Click Next to proceed with the utility installation. The Select Program Folder will then appear. You may add a new folder you wish to contain a start up icon or choose one from the list provided. Click Next to proceed. The Setup Status screen will appear to inform you that the installation is in process, as seen below.
  • Page 16 After WLAN Utility has been successfully installed, InstallShield Wizard will prompt you to restart your computer. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now,” and click on Finish. • When the Wireless PCI Adapter has been inserted into a 32-bit PCI slot, the Found New Hardware screen appears.
  • Page 17 • Insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. If you have not inserted the Driver CD into the CD-Rom a prompt such as the one below will appear. Click OK. • Otherwise installation will continue with the following screen and come to completion.
  • Page 18 Uninstalling the Configuration Utility To uninstall the configuration utility simply click Uninstall under Programs WLAN Monitor Uninstall. Uninstalling the Driver To uninstall the driver, right-click on My Computer. Left-click on Properties to bring up the System Properties screen. Click on the Hardware tab.
  • Page 19 Click on Device Manager. Double-click on Network adapters.
  • Page 20 Right-click on the “The” icon. pic1 Click on Uninstall. You will then receive a Confirm Device Removal screen. Click OK to complete the uninstall procedure.
  • Page 21 Using the Configuration Utility for Windows If you are using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE the Configuration Utility program for The 108Mbps SuperG Wireless PCI Adapter is called WLAN. Once you have installed WLAN (the configuration utility), you can read this section of the manual to find out how to monitor and configure your The 108Mbps SuperG Wireless PCI Adapter using WLAN.
  • Page 22 On the left side of the screen are Available WLANs, which you may connect to by first selecting the WLAN (it will appear highlighted) and then clicking on Add. When you do so a screen like the one below will pop up: In the Wireless Network Properties screen you may change the name of the WLAN.
  • Page 23 Data Encryption: Select Enabled or Disabled. Authentication: Open Authentication - The CardBus is visible to all devices on the network. Shared Authentication – Allows communication only with other devices with identical WEP settings. Auto - Will automatically adjust to the Authentication mode of the wireless access point or router. If the network you are using is a computer-to-computer network or ad hoc network, no access points are used.
  • Page 24 After clicking on the Configuration Utility icon, the Status screen will display the settings for the PCI Card: SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. BSSID: The PCI card hardware MAC address Network Type: The Network Type have three mode (Please see the Getting Option section in this manual for an explanation of these three modes.)
  • Page 25 Under Hardware Information the Media Access Control (MAC) address of the hardware (WLAN PCI card) is given. The MAC address is a factory given address that cannot be changed. Advanced State shows the Radio Status (ON or OFF). Click OK to accept the connection status and exit the GUI. Click Cancel to not accept the status settings and exit the GUI.
  • Page 26 Under General Setting, Auto launch when Windows starts up: The WLAN automatically launches when Windows starts up. Remember mini status position: Resident in the memory Auto hide mini status: Auto hide the tools Set mini status always on top: It will lock the station. Enable IP setting and Proxy setting in profile: The function will backup previous IP setting now Disable Radio:...
  • Page 27 Power save Mode: Fast Save - This setting consumes the half power. Max Save - This setting consumes the least power. Disable - This default setting consumes the most power Transmit Power: There power modes to provide 100%, 50% , 25% , 12.5% and Lowest 5 modes. Super G: Enable or Disable the Super G function (108Mbps).

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of The Wireless PCI Adapter. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Checking The Installation of The Drivers for The PCI Wireless •...
  • Page 29 • Click on Network adapters. • Right-click on the IEEE 802.11g PCI Card Wireless Network Adapter • Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. • Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. •...
  • Page 30 2. The computer does not recognize the Wireless PCI Adapter • Make sure that the Wireless PCI Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s PCI bus slot. • If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the card, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously installed.
  • Page 31 4. The wireless client cannot access The Internet in The Infrastructure mode. Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Networking Icon in the taskbar and select View Available Wireless Networks.

  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    IEEE 802.11g/b 108/54/48/36/24/18/12/11/5.5/2/1Mbps auto fallback Data Rate Security 64/128/152-bit WEP Data Encryption Frequency Band 2.400~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band) Dipole with detachable reverse SMA connector(SP906GL) Antenna Build-in diversity (SP908GL) Media Access Control CSMA/CA with ACK Transmit Power 15dBm ± 2dB Operation Channel 11/N.

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