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Part No. 09-2046-000
Published December 2000
AirConnect
11 Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card
User Guide
Version 2.0
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  • Page 1 AirConnect ® 11 Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card User Guide Version 2.0 http://www.3com.com/ http://www.3com.com/productreg Part No. 09-2046-000 Published December 2000...
  • Page 2 U.S.A. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of 3Com Corporation to provide notification of such revision or change. 3Com Corporation provides this documentation without warranty, term, or condition of any kind, either implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties, terms or conditions of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RIVERS Before Installing the Driver Installing the Driver Setup With Networking Installed Setup with No Networking Installed Configuring the Adapter Troubleshooting NSTALLATION FOR INDOWS Introduction Installation Procedure Transferring AirConnect Files to Your Mobile Device Configuring AirConnect on Your Mobile Device...
  • Page 4 Procedure Windows NT 4.0 Workstation/Server Wireless Client Upgrade Procedure Windows 2000 Professional Wireless Client Upgrade Procedure ECHNICAL UPPORT Online Technical Services World Wide Web Site 3Com FTP Site Support from Your Network Supplier Support from 3Com Returning Products for Repair...
  • Page 5 NDEX ARRANTY AND EGULATORY OMPLIANCE 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty Regulatory Compliance Information 3Com End User Software License Agreement...

  • Page 6: Before You Begin

    ® The AirConnect wireless network offers performance comparable to Ethernet networks, but without the restraints of network cables. The AirConnect product family includes the 3CRWE73796B wireless PC Card described in this manual. Features AirConnect adapters use IEEE 802.11 B direct-sequence-based technology to extend the range and versatility of a network.

  • Page 7: Installation Overview

    Installation Overview AirConnect Wireless LAN cards support a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. (The data rate drops back to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps when the adapter cannot establish or maintain an 11 Mbps association.) Factors that can affect the data rate include:...

  • Page 8: Disk Factory

    6 Select the action, for example, Create and Verify Disks, and click Next. 7 When you are ready to install the application software from diskette, put AirConnect Application Disk 1 in the floppy drive and run SETUP. If you are installing the drivers manually, use the Drivers diskette when the setup wizard for your operating system prompts for drivers supplied by the manufacturer.

  • Page 9: Software Installation

    OFTWARE NSTALLATION Introduction Use the procedures described in this chapter to install the AirConnect wireless PC Card software and drivers under Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me). Installation Notes The following paragraphs described special considerations for particular operating systems.

  • Page 10: Before Installing The Drivers

    3 From the 3Com AirConnect WLAN Installer, select Install AirConnect WLAN Adapter. Follow the instructions as they appear. 4 When prompted to insert the AirConnect PC Card, insert the card into the notebook PC slot as described in “Installing the PC Card” on page 20.

  • Page 11: Installing The Card Software

    Support http://www.3com.com/productreg/index.html For support information and pointers to the latest drivers and utilities available for the AirConnect wireless PC network interface card, go to the following Web page: http://support.3com.com Uninstalling the Card If the card installation is unsuccessful for any reason, your best course may be to completely uninstall the AirConnect wireless PC Card and its software and repeat the installation procedure.

  • Page 12: Removing Card Software

    2: S HAPTER OFTWARE NSTALLATION Removing Card Open Control Panel/System/Device Manager. Select the AirConnect WLAN NIC Software card components and click Remove. Using the Device Manager to remove the card will uninstall the driver files. Removing the Card CAUTION: Exit any networking applications before removing the card.

  • Page 13: Installing Windows Nt Drivers

    5 Put the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive. Make sure the path to the CD-ROM drive is indicated and click OK. 6 When the Select OEM option dialog box appears, select AirConnect WLAN PC Card and click OK. 7 At the Windows NT Setup dialog box, click Next to continue.

  • Page 14: Setup With Networking Installed

    2 Open the Control Panel. 3 Double-click Network and select the Adapters tab. 4 Select the AirConnect PC Card and click Update. 5 Put the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive. 6 Click OK to select the default path to the driver files.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the WLAN Adapter tab from the AirConnect WLAN Advanced Properties dialog box. 6 Configure the hardware and radio link parameters for the AirConnect WLAN adapter. 7 Save the configuration settings by clicking OK before you exit.

  • Page 16: Installation For Windows Ce

    Properties Application in the Control Panel on your system. Use this application to view and edit AirConnect WLAN adapter settings. You will also need a desktop or notebook PC to transfer AirConnect files to your mobile device. If your site requires installation using diskettes, see “Disk Factory” on page 3.

  • Page 17: Configuring Airconnect On Your Mobile Device

    Installation Procedure Configuring AirConnect After the AirConnect files have finished transferring, the 3Com AirConnect WLAN on Your Mobile Device Easy Setup screen appears on the display of your mobile device. 1 Click OK when a message box appears on the screen.

  • Page 18: Software Configuration , Tools , And Utilities

    TILITIES Introduction The AirConnect wireless PC Card software includes three groups of utilities. The best way to familiarize yourself with the software, the information it provides, and the options you can change, is to open and browse through the applications themselves.

  • Page 19: Status

    3Com WLAN application tools, including Settings, Connection, and Adapter Information utilities. Start the Status application by clicking the 3Com icon in the tool tray in the lower right-hand corner of the Windows desktop. Settings launches the 3Com AirConnect Settings application in another window.

  • Page 20: Settings

    Connection The Connection application allows more detailed checks of card performance than is possible with the AirConnect Status application. Signal strength is displayed over time, which lets you check the performance of the wireless link. Signal Strength tracks the signal strength in real time and displays a graph showing the historical trend.

  • Page 21: Adapter Information

    Status Adapter Information The Adapter Information application lets you perform a wide range of adapter configuration and monitoring tasks from a single user interface. The application lets you configure the adapter, monitor performance, diagnose problems, and set up system logging. Each screen has a category list that lets you select which information is to be displayed in the window.

  • Page 22: Firmware Upgrade

    View Log Files selects the log file to view in the default browser. Firmware Upgrade The Adapter Firmware Upgrade tool lets you download and install firmware updates that you have downloaded from the 3Com Customer Support Web site at http://support.3com.com. To run the card upgrade utility: 1 Open the Start menu.

  • Page 23: Encryption Upgrade Access Codes

    128-bit or 40-bit. 7 Select Shared Keys. 8 Click OK in the Advanced Properties window to save changes. 9 Click OK to exit the 3Com AirConnect WLAN Easy Setup window. 10 Click OK to exit the Network window. 11 Reboot the system.

  • Page 24: Ad Hoc Operation

    To test your ad hoc connection: Operation 1 Open the Link Performance screen from the 3Com launcher. 2 Enter the IP address of an associated client into the IP address field. 3 If desired, you can set a test count number, or set the test to be Once or Continuous.

  • Page 25: Installing The Pc Card

    PC C NSTALLING THE Installing the PC Card 1 Insert the PC Card into the PC slot as shown. 2 Slide in the PC Card until it seats snugly. Align the card properly before putting it in the slot. Insert the card firmly without forcing until it seats snugly. CAUTION: Forcing a misaligned card into the slot can damage the computer or the card.

  • Page 26: Removing The Pc Card

    6: I PC C HAPTER NSTALLING THE Removing the PC Card Use the release lever or button on your card slot to release the card and pull the card out by its sides. Do not pull on the antenna.

  • Page 27: Upgrade Procedures

    ROCEDURES Introduction This section describes the procedures for upgrading the wireless client from the AirConnect version 1.0 or 1.5 product to version 2.0. Four upgrade procedures are given, one procedure for each of four categories of operating system: Windows 95B (OSR 2) Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me) and Windows 98/98SE Windows NT 4.0 Workstation/Server...

  • Page 28: Windows Me, Windows 98, And Windows 98Se Wireless Client Upgrade

    Programs > 3Com AirConnect > AirConnect Firmware Upgrade Utility. 2 Make sure that the AirConnect wireless PC Card is inserted in the PC. 3 Click the button to the right of the field labeled Firmware Filename, then go to the Firmware >...

  • Page 29: Procedure

    1 With the Installation CD or diskette still inserted into the PC, select Start > Programs > 3Com AirConnect > AirConnect Firmware Upgrade Utility. 2 Make sure that the AirConnect PC Card is inserted in the PC. 3 Click the button to the right of the field labeled Firmware Filename, then go to the Firmware >...

  • Page 30: Windows 2000 Professional Wireless Client Upgrade Procedure

    3 Insert the Installation CD or 3/5" diskette into the PC when prompted, the click 4 In the 3Com AirConnect WLAN Easy Setup window, enter the WLAN Service Area 5 Reboot the system using the Start > Shut down > Restart sequence.
  • Page 31 1 With the Installation CD or diskette still inserted into the PC, select Start > Programs > 3Com AirConnect > AirConnect Firmware Upgrade Utility. 2 Make sure that the AirConnect PC Card is inserted in the PC. 3 Click the button to the right of the field labeled Firmware Filename, then go to the Firmware >...

  • Page 32: Technical Support

    Download drivers, patches, software, and MIBs across the Internet from the 3Com public FTP site. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To connect to the 3Com FTP site, enter the following information into your...

  • Page 33: Support From 3Com

    3Com. Support from 3Com If you are unable to obtain assistance from the 3Com online technical resources or from your network supplier, 3Com offers technical telephone support services. To find out more about your support options, please call the 3Com technical telephone support phone number at the location nearest you.

  • Page 34: Returning Products For Repair

    ECHNICAL UPPORT Returning Products Before you send a product directly to 3Com for repair, you must first obtain a for Repair Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Products sent to 3Com without RMA numbers will be returned to the sender unopened, at the sender’s expense.
  • Page 35 9 mobile device adapter information 16 encryption requirements 17 configuring 12 encryption 17 mobile device 12 transferring AirConnect files to 11 firmware upgrade 17 connection settings 15 tools status 14 connection 15 transferring AirConnect files to mobile creating disks from CD 3...
  • Page 36 NDEX Windows CE ActiveSync required 11 installation 11 wireless client enabling encryption 17 upgrade 22 World Wide Web (WWW) 27...
  • Page 37 If it appears that any product that is stated to meet this standard does not perform properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000, and Customer notifies 3Com before the later of April 1, 2000, or ninety (90) days after...
  • Page 38 (48) hours of installation but no later than thirty (30) days after the date of purchase, and this is verified by 3Com, it will be considered dead- or defective-on-arrival (DOA) and a replacement shall be provided by advance replacement, but only if Customer provides a purchase order number, credit card number, or other method of payment acceptable to 3Com, to be used if 3Com needs to charge Customer for the replacement, as explained below.
  • Page 39 The Software is licensed to be used on any workstation or any network server owned by or leased to you, provided that the Software is used only in connection with a 3Com adapter. You may reproduce and provide one (1) copy of the Software and supporting documentation for each such workstation or network server on which the Software is used as permitted hereunder.
  • Page 40 ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This License Agreement sets forth the entire understanding and agreement between you and 3Com, supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral, with respect to the Software, and may be amended only in a writing signed by both parties.

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