WIRELESS 11G PCI ADAPTER WPI-100G User Guide Version 1.0 - Aug.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter CONTENTS Introduction…………………………………………………………………….. 2 Planning Your Wireless Network ………..……………………………………… 3 Network Topology …...……………………………………………………… 3 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode…………. ………………………….…. 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G PCI Adapter………………………………… 4 Software Installation and Confituration for Window 98SE , Me , and 2000 ….. 4 Driver Installation and Configuration for Windows XP ……………………...... 6 Driver Installation for Windows XP …………………………………….
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Introduction Thank you for purchasing your WPI-100G Wireless PCI Adapter. This user guide will assist you with the installation procedure. The Gemtek Wireless-G PCI Adapter installs in most desktops and lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running network cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network(LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices. Your Wireless PCI adapter should be placed in a safe and secure location.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Getting to Know the Wireless-G PCI Adapter ACT LED Green. The ACT LED lights up when the Adapter is powered on. Antenna Port Attach the PCI Adapter’s antenna here and position it for maximum performance, which is usually perpendicular to the horizon. Software Installation and Confituration for Window 98SE , Me , and 2000 1. To install the Adapter, click the Install button on the Welcome screen, Figure 4-1. Click User Guide to view the User Guide or click Exit to exit the Setup Wizard.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter 4. If you chose Infrastructure Mode, go to Step 5 now. If you chose Ad-HocMode, you’ll see a screen similar to that shown in Figure 4-4. Select the correct operating channel for your network from the Channel drop-down menu. Then, select the Network Mode from the drop-down menu. Click the Next button, and go to Step 4. Click the Back button to change any settings. Channel - The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wireless network.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Driver Installation and Configuration for Windows XP Driver Installation for Windows XP 1. Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter. Insert the Setup CDROM into the CD-ROM drive and the screen in Figure 5-1 should appear. Click the radio button next to Install the software automatically (Recommended). Then click the Next button. Figure 5-1 2. When Windows has finished installing the driver, click the Finish button.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter 2. The screen that appears will show any available wireless network. Select the network you want. If you have already enabled WEP encryption on your network, skip ahead to step 3. If you have NOT enabled WEP encryption on your network, the screen in Figure 5-3 will appear. Check the box next to Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure. Then click the Connect button and continue to step 4. Figure 5-3 3. The screen in Figure 5-4 will appear.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Troubshooting Common Problems and Solution This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G PCI Adapter. Read the descriptions below to solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Gemtek website at www.gemtek.com.tw 1. The Wireless-G PCI Adapter does not work properly. • Reinsert the Wireless-G PCI Adapter into your PC’s PCI slot. • Right click on My Computer and select Properties.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter to the game’s user guide for more information. What is the IEEE 802.11b standard? It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard. The 802.11b standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
WPI-100G PCI Adapter Specification Standards: Draft 802.11g, 802.11b Modulation: 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps),DBPSK (1 Mbps); 802.11g: OFDM Channels: 802.11b, 11 Channels (USA) draft 802.11g 13 Channels (Europe) 14 Channels (Japan) Network Protocol: TCP/IP, IPX, NDIS 4, NDIS 5, NDIS 5.1, NetBEUI Interface: PCI Transmit Power: 15 dBm Sensitivity: -80 dBm LED: ACT WEP Key Bits: 64-Bit and 128-Bit Dimensions: 4.8" x 8.66" x 0.91" (122 mm x 220 mm x 23 mm) Unit Weight: 4.5 oz. (0.13 kg) Power: 3.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
