MSI UB11BM (MS-6823A) Wireless 11b Internal USB Adapter User’s Guide i
FCC Caution 1. 2. 3. 4. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Important Safety Precautions Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any piece of electronic component. 1. Keep this User’s Guide for future reference. 2. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. 4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. 5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 6.
Introduction >>> 1.1 UB11BM(MS-6823A) - Wireless 11b Internal USB Adapter The MSI Wireless 11b Internal USB Adapter UB11BM (MS6823A, hereafter called UB11BM), compliant with IEEE802.11b, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home, in office or in public places.
>>> 1.2 How UB11BM Works Ad-hoc Mode : An Ad-hoc network is a local area network or other small network, especially one with wireless or temporary plug-in connections, in which some of the network devices are part of the network only for the duration of a communications session. Users in the network can share files, print to a shared printer, and access the Internet with a shared modem.
>>> 1.3 Specifications Form Factor USB 1.1, internal connector Operation voltage 5VDC (±0.5V) Standard IEEE 802.11b Frequency Range 2.4GHz to 2.497GHz Data Rate 1, 2, 5.
>>> 1.4 System Requirements Before installing the UB11BM, your PC should meet the following items: - One desktop/notebook PC with an available internal USB connector. - Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system. - Minimum 5MB free disk space for installing the driver and utilities. - One CD-ROM drive, double speed or higher. >>> 1.5 Package Contents Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer as soon as possible.
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Software Installation This chapter describes the procedures of installing the driver and utility. Follow the instruction step by step to finish the installation. If you use Windows® 98SE/ME, please prepare the Windows® Setup CD at hand before installing the driver; because the system will ask you to insert the Setup CD to copy files during the installation. Please NOTE that the UB11BM should be installed into your computer before installing the driver and utility.
Step 1. Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive, and the Setup program should launch automatically. If the Autorun program doesn’ t launch automatically, click Start at the taskbar and select Run.... Type E:\setup.exe (where E is your CD-drive) in the Open box and click OK to launch the Setup program manually. The main screen of Setup program will appear as below. Click the Install Software button. Click Step 2. The welcome screen of InstallShield Wizard appears. Click Next.
Step 3. Click Install and the program will copy the necessary files to the system. The progress indicator shows the installing status. If you use Windows 98SE/ME, you may be asked to insert the Windows Setup CD during the installation. Please insert the Setup CD by the on-screen instruction to continue the installation. Step 4. Click Finish when the installation is completed. The MSI Wireless LAN icon* will appear in the status area.
Wireless Network Utility After installing the driver, MSI UB11BM provides a convenient and powerful utility that allows you to set up, configure, and know your networking status easily and clearly. >>> 4.1 Introduction The MSI Wireless LAN icon - Not connected to the network. - Connected to the network. - Receiving/transmitting data from/to the network. When you move the mouse over the icon, it shows the current connection information.
Language You can select language according to your operating system. Switch to AP Mode (optional) If your MSI wireless LAN adapter supports Software AP function, you can see this item in the sub-menu, and which allows you to use your MSI wireless adapter as a virtual access point. For details, refer to the MSI Software AP/ Gateway User’s Guide.
