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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide Low Power Wireless LAN Card SDIO version...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION GENERAL INSTALLATION STEP 1: Install the Software STEP 2: Insert the Card CONNECTING TO OPEN AND WEP-ENABLED NETWORKS STEP 1: Prepare Network Information STEP 2: Connect to WLAN CONNECTING TO 802.1X NETWORKS STEP 1: Prepare Network Information STEP 2: Install 802.1x Certificate(s) STEP 3: Connect to WLAN SDIO WLAN UTILITY...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Level Security (EAP-TLS) or Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol (PEAP) for use in environments where enhanced security is deployed. 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 4 Product Registration Socket highly recommends that all users register their Socket products. Registered users receive priority for technical support. Register online at: www.socketcom.com/prodreg About the Software To connect to your WLAN network, use Microsoft’s Zero Configuration utility built into Windows Mobile 2003. The utility automatically detects and helps you connect to available WLAN networks.
  • Page 5 About This Quick Start Guide For complete setup and usage instructions, please refer to the User’s Guide on the installation CD. For more information about the SDIO form factor and SDIO Now! software, please visit: www.bsquare.com/products/sdionow/ About the Link Indicator LED Status Meaning Radio disabled/cannot transmit.

  • Page 6: General Installation

    GENERAL INSTALLATION Installation Summary STEP 1: Install the software. STEP 2: Insert the card. Note: After completing the general installation, refer to the section for your specific type of WLAN network to learn how to configure settings and connect to your network.

  • Page 7: Step 1: Install The Software

    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 Low Power WLAN Installation CD. 3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 8: Step 2: Insert The Card

    Press the reset button. • Do not soft reset the device when a Socket card is inserted, or errors may occur in application(s) using the card. If errors occur, remove the card and soft reset the device. Wait for the device reset to finish before you re- insert the card.

  • Page 9: Connecting To Open And Wep-Enabled Networks

    CONNECTING TO OPEN AND WEP-ENABLED NETWORKS Connection Summary STEP 1: Prepare network information. STEP 2: Connect to WLAN. OPEN AND WEP-ENABLED NETWORKS...

  • Page 10: Step 1: Prepare Network Information

    STEP 1: Prepare Network Information Find out what security settings you need to connect to your open or WEP-enabled WLAN network. If applicable, consult with the network administrator. The necessary settings may include the following (only some will apply): • Wireless network name, known as ESSID or SSID •...

  • Page 11: 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 12 3. A bubble will appear that will allow you to enter a WEP key if required. 4. When you have connected, the “x” will disappear from the connection icon at the top of the screen.
  • Page 13 SCENARIO 2: The WLAN does not make the ESSID visible. 1. Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections | Advanced | 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.
  • Page 14 4. Tap on the Authentication tab. Enter the following: Open System: Uncheck all boxes. Tap ok. WEP-Enabled: • Data encryption (WEP Enabled): Check. • Network Authentication (Shared mode): Check if your network is set up for this. In most cases, it should be unchecked.

  • Page 15: Connecting To 802.1X Networks

    CONNECTING TO 802.1X NETWORKS Connection Summary STEP 1: Prepare network information. STEP 2: Install 802.1x certificates. STEP 3: Connect to WLAN. 802.1X NETWORKS...

  • Page 16: Step 1: Prepare Network Information

    • Prepare security settings • Obtain 802.1x certificate(s) Verify Card and 802.1x Network Compatibility Socket’s card cannot connect to an 802.1x network unless the network satisfies the four requirements below. Ask your network administrator. Windows Internet Information Service (IIS) and...
  • Page 17 Prepare Security Settings If the network satisfies the four requirements, ask your network administrator for necessary security settings: Wireless network name, known as ESSID or SSID (case sensitive) Authentication type, user name, password Use of either DHCP or Static IP to assign IP addresses Authentication permission restrictions (e.g., domain administrators only) Note: If your network only allows domain administrators to authenticate, ask your network administrator to assign you this privilege.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Install 802.1X Certificate(S)

    STEP 2: Install 802.1x Certificate(s) 1. If you have not done so already, get a root (server) certificate from your network administrator. It must come from a Trusted Root Authority (not an intermediary authority.) 2. If the WLAN card is inserted, remove it. 3.
  • Page 19 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. In the User field, enter your domain and user name in the format shown, using a backslash (“\”) between the domain and user name.

  • Page 20: Step 3: Connect To Wlan

    SCENARIO 1: The WLAN makes the ESSID visible. 1. Insert the WLAN card. After a few seconds, the Socket status icon will appear in the menu bar. Do not tap on the icon.
  • Page 21 3. A User Logon screen will appear. Enter the User name and Password and tap OK. 4. When you have connected, the “x” will disappear from the connection icon at the top of the screen. 802.1X NETWORKS...
  • Page 22 SCENARIO 2: The WLAN does not make the ESSID visible. 1. Tap Start | Settings | Connections | Connections | Advanced | 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.
  • Page 23 4. Tap on the Authentication tab. Enter the following: • Data encryption (WEP Enabled): Check. • Network Authentication (Shared mode): Uncheck. • The key is provided to me automatically: Check. • Enable network access using IEEE 802.1x. Check. Select the correct EAP type for your network.

  • Page 24: 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, turn the radio on/off by doing either: •...

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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: Optimize performance •...

  • Page 28: 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 29: Support Resources

    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 the user forum where users transmit or post Communications or communicate solely with each other,...

  • Page 30: Safety And Usage Tips

    • Treat this product with care. Keep in a clean, dry and dust-free place. • Changes or modifications of this product, not expressly approved by Socket, may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Antenna Care and Efficient Use For optimum performance, make sure that there is no metal surrounding the WLAN card, since it will reduce the radio transmission efficiency.

  • Page 31: 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 32 WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so that the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
  • Page 33 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 34 reexported (a) into (or to a national or resident of) a United States embargoed country or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Table of Denial Orders. By using the SOFTWARE, you represent and warrant that you are not located in, under control of, or a national or resident of any such country or on any such list.

  • Page 35: 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 36 NOTE: To comply with FCC and Industry Canada exposure requirements, this device is approved for operations in a user’s hand when there is a distance of 20 cm or more between the device antenna and the user’s body. © Socket Communications, Inc. August 2003 Printed in U.S.A.

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