User's Manual
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This document describes how to install your Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card., which aims to let your
computer quickly and seamlessly communicate with 802.11b (at up to 11 Mbps) networks. Wireless
LAN is local area networking without wires, which uses radio frequencies to transmit and receive
data between PC’s or other network devices. Additionally, wireless LAN is able to configure either
independent networks, which is also known as peer-to-peer or ad-hoc network, or infrastructure
networks. The former is suitable for small or temporary peer-to-peer configurations, and the later is
offering fully distributed data connectivity via micro cells and roaming.
To obtain most benefits your 802.11b Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card, please read this manual
carefully before using it.
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With 802.11b WLAN P3 PCMCIA Card, you can:
¨ establish a wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling
¨ operate Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure mode
¨ utilize up to 128-bit WEP encryption
¨ enjoy high-speed data transfer rate up to 11 Mbps
¨ employ automatic data rate switching which offers maximum reliability, throughput and
connectivity
¨ possess the network’s range up to 100 meters indoor and 300 meters outdoor
¨ monitor and configure the network via the supplied friendly-interfaced application –
PRISM Configuration Utility
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Before starting the installation, please make sure the package you purchased includes the following
items:
1. Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card.
2. One Quick Installation Guide
3. One Setup Wizard CD-ROM with User Manual
If any of the items above is missing or damaged, please contact your distributor.
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To properly operate your Card, your computer should meet the following minimum requirements:
¨ Microsoft Windows 98/98 Second Edition/Me/2000 or Windows XP
¨ Minimum 5 Mbytes free disk space for installing the driver and the utility program