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Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9 1.1 Wireless Networks .......................................................................................................................9 1.1.1 Ad-Hoc Mode ....................................................................................................................................9 1.1.2 Infrastructure Mode .......................
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module 3.3.3.3 Select Channel...................................................................................................................................... 41 3.3.4 Site Survey—Refresh Button.......................................................................................................... 41 3.3.5 Site Survey—Associate Button....................................................................................................... 41 3.4 Statistics Tab.................
List of Figures List of Figures Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9 Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview ....................................................................... 11 Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8: Figure 9: Figure 10: Zero Configuration Utility Window ................................................................................................
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List of Tables List of Tables Section 1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 9 Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview ....................................................................... 11 Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface ...............................................................
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Introduction Wireless Networks Section 1. Introduction This document describes the functions of the Foxconn WLAN Module Configuration Utility for the following: • Foxconn J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module Notes • • • 1.1 In this document, the Foxconn WLAN Module Configuration Utility may also be referred to as the Configuration Utility or just the Utility. See the J20H018 Installation Guide for information on installing the Configuration Utility, the Client Card Module, and the Foxconn Windows ® driver.
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Configuration Utility Overview Overview Section 2. Configuration Utility Overview 2.1 Overview The Foxconn Wireless Module Configuration Utility is a Microsoft® Windows® application that allows configuration and management of Foxconn J20H018 client cards. The Configuration Utility sets up profiles and performs wireless network management tasks. See the J20H018 Installation Guide for information on installing the Configuration Utility. 2.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 2.2.1 Zero Configuration Utility To use the Zero Configuration Utility: 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the Control Panel and click on Network Connections. Right click on the icon for the Foxconn client card and select Properties. Click on the Wireless Networks tab. Check the Use Windows to configure my wireless settings checkbox to enable Zero Configuration. Figure 1: Zero Configuration Utility Window Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev.
Configuration Utility Overview Windows XP Users 2.2.1.1 Configuration Utility Tabs When Zero Configuration is enabled, the Foxconn Configuration Utility enters Monitor mode.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 2.2.2 Foxconn Configuration Utility Once installed, the Foxconn Configuration Utility is accessed from the Start menu or the Desktop: • • • Start > Foxconn Libertas Client Configuration Manager Start > Programs > Foxconn Libertas® 802.11g Client > Foxconn Libertas Client Configuration Manager Desktop—Double click on the Configuration Utility icon Figure 4: Icon Window 2.2.2.
Configuration Utility Overview Security 2.3 Security Implementing a security infrastructure to monitor physical access to WLAN networks is more difficult than monitoring access on wired networks. Unlike wired networks where a physical connection is required, anyone within range of a wireless Access Point can send and receive frames, as well as listen for frames being sent. IEEE 802.11 defines a set of standards and protocols for use in minimizing the security risks on wireless networks.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 2.4 AutoLink AutoLink is a feature integrated in Foxconn wireless client cards that offers users a simple way to configure a new Foxconn AP in conjunction with the Configuration Utility. The AutoLink dialog box pops up automatically when a non-configured Foxconn AP or an AutoLink configured Foxconn AP appears in the area of a client card that is not connected to an AP or Ad-Hoc network.
Configuration Utility Overview AutoLink 6. 7. 8. Relaunch Configuration Utility. Click “Advanced” tab. Check "Radio Off" below the Miscellaneous box in the utility. Figure 7: AutoLink AP Configuration—Radio Off 9. Move the Foxconn AP close to the PC and turn the AP power on. 10. An AutoLink dialog box opens immediatetly. If not, click the AP power off and on again. Figure 8: AutoLink AP Configuration—Security Pin 11. Enter the security PIN number. Click Apply.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 2.4.2 Create Connection with AutoLink AP To set up a Foxconn wireless client card connection to an existing Foxconn AutoLink AP: 1. 2. 3. 4. Install Foxconn Wireless Adapter (j20H018) on PC. Open device driver and Configuration Utility installation. Launch Configuration Utility. Click "Advanced" tab. Check "Enable Auto Link" and click OK button. Figure 9: AutoLink AP Connection 5. 6. An AutoLink dialog box opens immediatetly.
Configuration Utility User Interface Section 3. Configuration Utility User Interface The Configuration Utility allows configuration of Foxconn client cards through the following tabs: • • • • • • • Network Status Tab—displays the status of the network to which the user is connected.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.1 Network Status Tab The Network Status tab displays the status of the network. When the Wireless Client Card Configuration Utility initializes, it displays the Network Status tab: Figure 11: Network Status Window 3.1.1 Select Profile The Select Profile window displays the name of the profile in use. Additional information about the profile is provided in the Profile Manager.
Configuration Utility User Interface Network Status Tab 3.1.2 Link Information The Link Information section contains the current information about the wireless connection: Figure 13: Link Information Section Table 1: Link Information Window Description F ie ld s Status D e sc r i p t io n Status of the wireless network connection: Card Unplugged—adapter is not plugged in, or adapter is plugged in but not recognized.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide Table 1: Link Information Window Description F ie ld s D e s c r ip ti o n Security Reports the type and level of security set. The security level is set through the Profile Setting of the Profile Manager tab. Configure security settings also through the Site Survey tab when connecting to a network. Link Speed Connection speed, (i.e., 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, etc.) 3.1.
Configuration Utility User Interface Network Status Tab 3.1.4 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) The Internet Protocol specifies the format of packets, also called datagrams, and the addressing scheme. Most networks combine IP with a higher-level protocol called TCP, which establishes a virtual connection between a destination and a source.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.1.5 Actual Throughput Performance This section of the Network Status tab displays the Current Tx Rate and the Current Rx Rate of the channel being monitored. Figure 16: Actual Throughput Performance Window Note These are actual throughput diagrams (without the WLAN overhead delivered by the client card). 3.1.6 Radio On/Off Box Clicking the Radio Off check box turns off the radio. Unchecking the box turns on the radio.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab 3.2 Profile Manager Tab Clicking on the Profile Manager tab displays the Profile Manager dialog box. The Profile Manager displays the profiles available and allows you to create, modify, and delete profiles: Figure 19: Profile Manager Window Note The Profile Manager window is not accessible when Zero Configuration is enabled. P ROFILE M ANAGER —P ROFILE L IST W INDOW The window on the left side of this tab lists all of the profiles available.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide P ROFILE M ANAGER —P ROFILE S ETTING The Profile Settings are used to display information about the profile selected in the Profile List window. The information is divided into three tabs: Network Info, Security, and Protocol. 3.2.1 Profile Setting—Network Info Tab The Profile Manager initially displays the Network Info tab.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab Table 4: Network Info Description F ie ld s D e sc r i p t io n Profile Name Profile name Network SSID Network SSID label Network Type Infrastructure: When an Infrastructure network is selected, the Profile Setting displays the Wireless Mode field. Ad-Hoc: When an Ad-Hoc network is selected, the Profile Setting displays an additional Prefer Channel field. Wireless Mode Auto: Connects to either 802.11g network or 802.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.2.2 Profile Setting—Security Tab Clicking on the Security tab displays the following security options: • • • Authentication Mode Encryption Method (Security off, WEP, TKIP, and AES) WEP Key Setting (Passphrase Key or Authentication Protocol) Figure 22: Authentication Modes 3.2.2.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab 3.2.2.2.1 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Support In Infrastructure Mode, if WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is selected as the Authentication Mode, either TKIP or AES is selected as the Encryption Method. Figure 23: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication Figure 24: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIP • • Enter the network passphrase in the “Passphrase” and “Confirm” fields. WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is not supported in Ad-Hoc network mode. 3.2.2.2.2 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Support If 802.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide Figure 25: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Authentication 4. Click the Configure WPA Radius button to configure security settings. Figure 26: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration 5. 6. Click the Browse button to activate the dialog for selecting a certificate. Before clicking the OK button to exit the dialog, make sure that the Login Name is entered. Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab Figure 27: Select Certificate Window Figure 28: WPA Radius Configuration with Certificate Table 5: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 EAP-TLS Radius Configuration F ie ld s D e sc r i p t io n Login Name Login name to the RADIUS server Certificate Certificate selected for authentication View View button to view the selected certificate Browse Browse button to select the certificate Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.2.2.2.3 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Support in Infrastructure Mode To connect to an AP through the Radius Server, select 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, Protected EAP (PEAP) as the Authentication Protocol, and AES or TKIP as the Encryption Method. Figure 29: 802.1x/WPA/WPA2 PEAP Authentication Clicking on the Configure WPA Radius button displays the WPA PEAP Radius Configuration window. Enter all of the required information.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab Table 6: WPA PEAP Radius Configuration F ie ld s D e sc r i p t io n Inner EAP Protocol Currently supports EAP/MS-CHAP V2 only Login Name Login name to the RADIUS server Password Password to login to the RADIUS server Domain Domain name for login to the RADIUS server (optional) Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.00 CONFIDENTIAL Document Classification: Proprietary Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.2.2.2.4 WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP To connect to an AP through the Radius Server, select WPA/WPA2 as the Authentication Mode, Light EAP (LEAP) as the 802.1x Authentication Protocol, and TKIP as the Encryption Method for WPA LEAP or AES as the Encryption Method for WPA2 LEAP. Figure 31: WPA/WPA2 EAP/LEAP Authentication Clicking on the Configure WPA Radius button configures the security settings displays the WPA LEAP Radius Configuration Window.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab 3.2.2.2.5 CCX EAP/LEAP To connect to a Cisco® AP through the Radius Server, select CCX EAP/LEAP. WEP is the encryption method and the key is generated automatically. Figure 33: CCX EAP/LEAP Authentication If Enable CCKM is checked, the Cisco Centrailized Key Management (CCKM) is enabled. Clicking on the CCX Configuration button displays the CCX LEAP Radius Configuration window. Enter all the required information in CCX configuration box.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.2.2.3 Encryption Methods The following encryption methods are available, depending on the Authentication Mode: • • • • Security Off WEP TKIP AES 3.2.2.4 WEP Key Settings If the WEP Encryption method is selected, the security tab displays the WEP Key Setting. To configure the WEP keys, select any WEP Key Setting and press the Configure WEP Keys button.
Configuration Utility User Interface Profile Manager Tab Table 8: WEP Key Configuration F ie ld s D e sc r i p t io n Key Format Either ASCII characters or hexadecimal digits Key Size 40-bit, 5 character ASCII key size (40-bit, 10 character hexadecimal) 104-bit, 13 character ASCII key size (104-bit, 26 character hexadecimal) Transmit Keys There are four transmit keys. The key value is in ASCII or hexadecimal, depending on the format selected.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.2.3 Profile Setting—Protocol The protocol tab allows you to set or change the protocol information. Figure 38: Profile Setting—Protocol Window D O NOT CHANGE SETTINGS If this box is checked, the protocol setting is not changed when the profile is applied.
Configuration Utility User Interface Site Survey Tab 3.3 Site Survey Tab Clicking on the Site Survey tab displays the Site Survey dialog box. There are two ways to connect to a network through the Site Survey Window: • • Double click on the network Select network and click the Associate button Figure 39: Site Survey Tab This tab shows a list of all of the peer-to-peer and AP stations within range of the adapter. Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.
CB-35P/MB-35P Wireless Adapter User Guide 3.3.1 Site Survey—Access Point Filter This section is used to customize which sites are displayed in the Site Survey list window: • • • • Display Peer-To-Peer stations—checking this box displays all of the peer-to-peer stations within range. Display 802.11a Access Points—disabled (not supported in CB-35P/MB-35P). Display 802.11g Access Points—checking this box displays all of the 802.11g APs within range. Display 802.
Configuration Utility User Interface Site Survey Tab 3.3.3 Site Survey—Filter Button Clicking the Filter button displays the Advanced Filter dialog box: Figure 41: Site Survey Filter Button Window 3.3.3.1 • • Any SSID—if selected, no specific SSID is used when scanning for available network in the area. Find network with this SSID—if selected, the utility searches for the specified SSID. 3.3.3.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.4 Statistics Tab Clicking on the Statistics tab displays the statistics of the current connect session: Figure 42: Statistics Window 3.4.1 Signal Strength The color-coded Signal Strength bar displays the signal strength of the last packet received by the adapter. Signal strength is reported as a percentage. A signal in the red indicates a bad connection. A signal in the green indicates a good connection. Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev.
Configuration Utility User Interface Statistics Tab 3.4.2 Transmit Window The Transmit window displays the information on the packets sent: Figure 43: Transmit Window Table 11: Transmit Window Description F ie ld s D es c ri p t i on Total Packet Reports the total number of packets transmitted. Unicast Packet Reports the number of packets transmitted by the adapter that were destine for a single network node.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.4.3 Receive Window The Receive window displays the information on the packets received: Figure 44: Receive Window Table 12: Receive Window Description F ie ld s D e s c r ip ti o n Total Packet Reports the total number of packets received. Unicast Packet Reports the number of packets received by the adapter that were destined for a single network node.
Configuration Utility User Interface Advanced Tab 3.5 Advanced Tab Clicking on the Advanced tab displays the Advanced dialog box. Figure 45: Advanced Tab Note The Advanced Tab page is not accessible when Zero Configuration is enabled. 3.5.1 Advanced Tab—Foxconn Wireless Card This window reports the type of Foxconn WLAN adapter installed. Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.00 CONFIDENTIAL Document Classification: Proprietary Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.5.2 Advanced Tab—Protocol This section of the Advanced tab sets the Protocol options: Figure 46: Protocol Window Table 13: Advanced Tab Protocol Window Description F ie ld s D e s c r ip ti o n Power Save Mode Sets the power mode: • Continuous Access • Max Power Save Preamble (802.11b) Sets the radio preamble (takes effect only when attaching to 802.
Configuration Utility User Interface Advanced Tab Table 13: Advanced Tab Protocol Window Description F ie ld s D e sc r i p t io n Region Code Sets the regulatory domains: • Default • FCC/IC • Spain • France • MKK • MKK1 • Israel • Other NOTE: Set Default to select region as manufacture default. Set “Other” to customize frequency channels. Apply Changes or Default buttons Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.5.3 Advanced Tab—Miscellaneous Figure 47: Miscellaneous Window Table 14: Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Window F ie ld D es c r i p t i on Auto Correct if link or no connection (Use checked profiles in Uncheck this box to disable the auto-configuration feature. Whenever there is a link loss, auto-configuration tries to establish a connection using the checked profiles in the Profile Manager window.
Configuration Utility User Interface Admin Tab 3.6 Admin Tab Clicking the Admin tab displays the Admin dialog box. This tab allows you to import and export profiles. Figure 48: Configuration Utility Window with Admin Tab 3.6.1 Admin Tab—Import Profiles To import a profile: 1. 2. 3. Click the Import Profiles button. Select the path and filename of the profile. Click Open. 3.6.2 Admin Tab—Export Profiles To export a profile: 1. 2. 3. Click the Export Profiles button.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide 3.7 About Tab Clicking on the About tab displays the About dialog box, as shown in the following example. Figure 49: About Tab Window THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Doc. No. MV-S800245-00 Rev. C Page 50 CONFIDENTIAL Document Classification: Proprietary Copyright © 2005 Foxconn May 26, 2005, 2.
Acronyms and Abbreviations Appendix A. Acronyms and Abbreviations Table 15: Acronyms and Terms Te r m D e f in it i o n 802.11 A family of specifications developed by the IEEE for WLAN technology. 802.11a An extension to 802.11 WLAN standard that provides up to 54 Mbps transmission in the 5 GHz UNII radio band. 802.11b An extension to 802.11 WLAN standard that provides up to 11 Mbps transmission in the 2.4 GHz ISM radio band. 802.11b uses DSSS modulation. 802.11g An extension to 802.
J20H018 802.11b/g WLAN Module User Guide Table 15: Acronyms and Terms Te r m D e f in it i o n DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum. DSSS is one of two types of spread spectrum radio. The other is frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS). DTIM Delivery Traffic Indication Message EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol EAPOL EAP Over LAN EAP-TLS EAP Transport Layer Security (RFC2716) ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier G Protection Secures the 802.
Acronyms and Abbreviations Table 15: Acronyms and Terms Te r m D e f in it i o n RF Radio Frequency RSN Robust Secure Network RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication RTS Request to Send SoC System-on-Chip SPI Serial Peripheral Interface SSID Service Set Identifier. A 32-character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a WL/AN that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect to the BSS.
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.
exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IC statement "This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of [2] dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is [ 50 ] ohms." "To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication".
