MSI MP54G4 (MS-6833A) Wireless 11g MiniPCI Card User’s Guide
FCC Caution 1. 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. 2. 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
FCC STATEMEMT: This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: 1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and 2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required.
Introduction >>> 1.1 MP54G4 (MS-6833A) - Wireless 11g MiniPCI Card MSI MP54G4 (MS-6833A) Wireless 11g MiniPCI Card (hereafter called MP54G4), compliant with IEEE802.11g, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home, in office or in public places. The data rate can be up to 54 Mbps and auto-negotiated to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps (IEEE 802.11g), or 11, 5.5, 2, 1Mbps (IEEE802.11b).
>>> 1.2 How MP54G4 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.
Infrastructure Mode : The difference between Infrastructure network and Ad-hoc network is that the former one includes an Access Point. In an Infrastructure network, the Access Point can manage the bandwidth to maximize bandwidth utilization. Additionally, the Access Point enables users on a wireless LAN to access an existing wired network, allowing wireless users to take advantage of the wired networks resources, such as Internet, email, file transfer, and printer sharing.
>>> 1.3 Specifications Hardware Specifications Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11g/b Bus and Connector Types - 32-bit 3.3 Volt Type IIIB - 124-pin Golden Finger Security Mechanism - Hardware-Base WEP Privacy - Hardware-Base AES Privacy (driver update) Operational Environment - Operational Temperature: 0 ~ 55OC - Humidity: 10 ~ 90% (Non-Condensing) Weight and Dimension - Weight: 15g - Dimension: 44.9 x 59.6 x 3.5mm Radio Frequency Specifications Raw Data Rates and Modulation Types - IEEE 802.
Frequency, Bandwidth, and Channels - 2.4 ~ 2.
>>> 1.4 System Requirements Before installing the MP54G4, your PC should meet the following: Desktop/notebook PC with an available MiniPCI slot. Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system. Minimum 5M bytes free disk space for installing the driver and utilities. 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.
>>> 1.6 Product View External antenna connectors Connect to external antennas for enhanced data transmission and reception. The external antennas are well designed on the desktop or notebook computers.
Hardware Installation The following diagrams provide you a basic installation for the MP54G4, including how to install and remove the MiniPCI card. The instruction below is suitable for most computers with MiniPCI slot. For more information about the MiniPCI module, please refer to your computer’s manual. >>> 2.1 Installing the MP54G4 1. Locate the Mini PCI slot on the mainboard. 2. Place the MP54G4 over the MiniPCI slot (at an angle of 30 degrees).
>>> 2.2 Removing the MP54G4 1. Locate the MiniPCI slot with MP54G4 installed. 2. Press the retaining clips outwards, and the card should bound upwards slightly after being released from the slot. 3. Remove the card from the MiniPCI slot carefully.
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 MP54G4 should be installed into your computer before installing the driver and utility.
Click Step 3. The welcome screen of InstallShield Wizard appears. Click Next. Read and accept the License Agreement; then, click Next. In the following window, enter the user’s information (User Name, Organization) in the respective fields; then, click Next. Step 2. 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.
