Preliminary Wireless LAN Cards WL2400-ISA Desktop PC ISA Bus Card WL2400-PCM Notebook Computer PCMCIA Card Installation & Operation Manual US Rev 1.0 June 1999 manuals\wl2400-US.
NOTICE The WL2400-ISA and WL2400-PCM have been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of FCC regulations. Operation of these devices is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may induce undesired operation. This device must be installed and implemented in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 WIRELESS LAN OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................................................... 1 SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................
SECTION 1 Introduction 1.1 Wireless LAN Overview The Wireless LAN models WL2400-ISA and WL2400-PCM are wireless LAN adapter cards that provide wireless connections between IBM compatible PCs, including desktop, laptop and notebook computers. These cards are capable of point-to-point networking or, with the AP-2 (Access Point) acting as an interface between the networks, connecting a wireless LAN to a wired LAN.
Mechanical Specifications Model WL2400-ISA WL2400-PCM-J WL2400-PCM Type Dimension s Standards Antenna Voltage Current Half Size ISA Bus Card 7.12” x 4.29” x .5” PCMCIA II Card 4” x 2.12” x .196” (181mm x 109mm x12mm ) (104mm x 54mm x 5 mm ) IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANs Left hand thread SMA jack for External Antenna Internal 5V from ISA bus 3.
• • • MS Windows for Workgroups 3.11 Windows 95 Windows NT Also, the source code LINUX drivers for the stet are available free of charge from Absolute Value. ftp.absolval.com The source code for ISA Card LINUX drivers is available from YDI’s web site at: www.ydi.com/download.htm 1.4 LED Indicators for the Model WL2400-ISA Power: Steady red when system is powered up. TX: Blinks orange when transmitting data. RX: Blinks green when receiving data.
SECTION 2. Network Applications There are two types of networks used with the WL2400-ISA and WL2400-PCM: StructureNet and Instawave. The number of computers connected, Ethernet installation, and the desired network application determine the type of network. 2.1 Instawavetm Vs StructureNettm Operation The AP-2 Access Point gives you the option of operating in “Instawave” mode (default) or “StructureNet” mode.
Instawave is a good choice for small networks that need maximum flexibility and simplicity. To use Instawave you must configure the AP-2 with “mode: Instawave” and set the Channel on the remote stations to the same number as on the AP-2. 2.3 Advantage of StructureNet When StructureNet is enabled each wireless station must associate with a single access point. That access point is responsible for receiving and sending all data to the station.
SECTION 3. Hardware and Software Installation 3.1 Unpacking and Inspection After opening the box, verify that all components have been included and make sure there are no problems with your computer and network environment before the installation. Package Contents: 1. WL2400-PCM or WL2400-ISA 2. External Antenna for WL2400-ISA or WL2400-PCM-J with antenna jack. 3. User’s Manual 4. Network Driver 3.
2. Carefully but firmly insert the Wireless LAN card into the PC slot and tighten the screw to mount the board into the PC case. 3. Now insert the antenna cable into the antenna port protruding from the back of the expansion card as shown in the diagram below. 4. Turn the PC on and confirm that the PC recognizes the adapter card by checking the 3 LEDs at the top left corner of the board, before you put the cover on the PC. Red LED: Power LED, lights when the computer turns on.
Notebook-PC adapter card (WL2400-PCM) You can insert the card into notebook-PC while the power is on or off. 1. Insert the adapter card into the PCMCIA slot. 2. If the notebook PC is not already on, power it up. Normally, Windows will automatically detect the new hardware and prompt you for the drivers. Install the device driver following the instructions in the Software Installation section. 3.
3.3.2 Windows NT Driver Setup 1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, “Control Panel”. 2. Double click the “Network” icon. 3. Click the “Adapters” tab, and click “Select Network Adapter”, then “Have Disk”. 4. Insert the provided disk, and specify the path “a:\windownt” then click “OK”. 5. When the program finds the driver, click “OK” at the next window. 3.3.3 Network Environment Setup 1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, “Control Panel”. 2. Double click the “Network” icon. 3. Click on “WL2400 (IEEE 802.11)”, “Properties”.
There are IP addresses that are reserved for private LAN use. No one in the Internet uses these addresses. They begin with 192.168.0.1 and end with 192.168.254.254. We will use them here. If you have a gateway to the Internet, such as a stand-alone router, or a computer with a proxy server or modem sharing software, then you will need the gateway address of that computer. If you don’t have a gateway, then skip steps 5, 6 and 7. To specify the configuration manually, do the following: 1.
1. You need to setup file and printer sharing for Windows 95/98. You must use the same group name, and the same default protocol. Also, client for Microsoft Networks and File & Printer sharing must be installed and enabled. To enable file and printer sharing under Windows, follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Double-click on the Network icon from the Control Panel. Add “Client for Microsoft Networks” if it is not already listed.
3.6 RF Exposure Safety Information All antennas must be installed so that no person will be closer than the distances specified as outlined in the following table: TABLE (1) External Antennas Certified for use with the WL2400 MODEL DESCRIPTION Minimum Safe Uncontrolled Exposure Distance Minimum Safe Controlled Exposure Distance Y2412 12 dB gain Yagi Antenna 20cm 20cm Y2414 14 dB gain Yagi Antenna 20cm 20cm A2.45 FP12 12 dB gain flat Panel Antenna 20cm 20cm A2.
APPENDIX A Brief Technical Description of the IEEE 802.11 Standard 802.11 is the standard for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN's) developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). It can be compared to the 802.3 standard for Ethernet wired LANs. The goal of this standard is to tailor a model of operation in order to resolve compatibility issues between manufacturers of WLAN equipment manufacturers.
