® SpaceLink™ B&W PCI Card WL-230 User’s Manual
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............................................................................. 7 Overview .............................................................................................. 7 The SpaceLink™ Family ...................................................................... 8 System Requirements ........................................................................ 10 The Product Package .........................................................................
Table of Contents 3.3 Activate Configuration .................................................................. 42 3.4 Mobile Manager (Utility) ............................................................... 43 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3 3.4.3 3.4.4 Main Window ..................................................................... 44 View Menu ......................................................................... 46 Help Menu .........................................................................
Chapter 1 - Introduction 6. Glossary ................................................................................. 89 Chapter 1 Wireless LAN-Related ........................................................................ 89 Bluetooth-Related ............................................................................... 92 IEEE 802.11b (11Mbits/sec) ............................................................. 104 Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum (for 802.11b) ............................ 105 IEEE 802.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 1. Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. The ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card is a PCI compliant “wireless” network interface card (NIC) for any computer equipped with a PCI slot. ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card is designed to be fully compliant with both the IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11a wireless local area network (Wireless LAN) standards as well as Bluetooth for interconnecting personal devices.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 The SpaceLink™ Family The SpaceLink™ Wireless PCI Card is a member of a product family that provides a complete wireless networking solution. The SpaceLink™ Home Gateway (WL-500) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard and allows sharing a single Internet connection. LNK AIR The SpaceLink™ Access Point (WL300) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard. The SpaceLink™ PC Card (WL-100) is a IEEE 802.
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 - Introduction The SpaceLink™ Dual-Band Home Gateway (WL-600) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11b and 802.11a wireless standards and allows sharing a single Internet connection. The USB SpaceLink™ Client (WL-140) is an IEEE 802.11b wireless USB LAN adapter that connects to any computer’s USB port with the benefit of being able to place the antenna anywhere in order to maximize signal strength.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 System Requirements To begin using the SpaceLink™ Wireless B&W PCI Card, you must have the following minimum requirements: • • • • • Motherboard with an available PCI slot USB 2.0 header (10-1 pins) on motherboard or USB 2.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card Layout USB 2.0 Out (up to 2 ports) USB 2.0 In Antenna Port Bluetooth Receive Bluetooth Transmit Wireless LAN Activity Wireless LAN Status Standard PCI 2.2 Connector LED Definitions Bluetooth Bluetooth Receive LED: Blink - Receiving data packets OFF - No data packets received Bluetooth Transmit LED: Blink - Transmitting data packets OFF - No data packets transmitted Wireless LAN (802.
Chapter 1 - Introduction ASUS SpaceLink B&W Specifications Chapter 1 Industry Standards: Host Interface: Antenna: Bluetooth, IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b WLAN: PCI 2.2 compliant slot, Bluetooth: USB 2.0 Integrated Bluetooth and dual-band wireless LAN Bluetooth Operating Freq: Data Rate: Range: Architecture: 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz 1 Mbps Up to 10 meters Piconet, scatter net IEEE802.11a Operating Freq: Data Rate: Range: Architecture: 5.15GHz to 5.35GHz, 5.725GHz to 5.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2. Installation This chapter explains how to install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card hardware, drivers, and utilities. This product is designed to operate in Windows 98SE, Windows Me, 2000, and XP. Examples in this manual will be that of Windows XP. 1. 2. 3. 4. Chapter 2 Complete the following steps to install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. Install the ASUS SpaceLink Bluetooth Software. Install the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1 Installing the ASUS Bluetooth Software The SpaceLink Bluetooth function requires the installation of the ASUS Bluetooth Software. Insert the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card support CD and the autorun screen should appear. On the autorun menu, click Install Bluetooth Software. If your autorun is disabled, double-click SETUP.EXE in the root directory of the support CD. Chapter 2 Note: Install the ASUS Bluetooth Software first before inserting the SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. 14 1.
Chapter 2 - Installation Chapter 2 2.1 Installing the ASUS Bluetooth Software (Cont.) 5. Click Install when ready to install the software. 6. Click OK after reading the driver notice. 7. Click Finish when installation is complete. 8. Click Yes to restart your computer.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.2 Installing the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card Chapter 2 1. Turn OFF your computer and open your computer chassis. 2. Insert the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card into a PCI slot. 3. Connect the provided short USB 2.0 cable from the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card (USB 2.0 IN) to the USB 2.0 OUT header on the motherboard or USB 2.0 PCI expansion card. You can use the USB 2.0 port by connecting your motherboard’s USB bracket (not included) to the USB 2.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.3 Installing SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Drivers Chapter 2 With the SpaceLink B&W PCI Card installed, turn ON your computer and enter Windows. 1. Windows will automatically detect the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card once you enter Windows with the card properly installed. Once the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog appears, click Next. 2. Insert the support CD that came with your ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card . 4. When asked about driver compatibility with Windows XP.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.3 Installing SpaceLink B&W PCI Card WLAN Drivers (Cont.) Chapter 2 6. Click Finish when installation has complete. Restart your computer if prompted. 2.4 Verifying Drivers You can verify the driver in Device Manager. (Access Device Manager from Start | Control Panel | System | Hardware). A question mark means that no driver has been installed. An exclamation mark over a card means that the driver is incorrect. Verify that you are using the correct product and driver CD.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.5 Installing SpaceLink Wireless Utilities After you have installed the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card driver, you can install the SpaceLink wireless utilities. The SpaceLink wireless utilities can be used for all SpaceLink products so you only need to have one copy installed in your system. 1. Insert the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card support CD and an autorun menu will appear. If your autorun is disabled, double click SETUP.EXE in the root directory of the support CD. 1.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3. Wireless LAN Reference Chapter Overview The ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card software includes utilities that can be launched from the Start Menu or taskbar icon. Normally control center is launched on Windows startup and right clicking the taskbar icon will bring up a quick access menu. Chapter 3 Control Center Icon Right-Click Taskbar Menu This chapter will describe the following utilities in this order: 1.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Preliminary Information Windows XP Wireless Options The first time the Control Center utility is launched in Windows XP, it will automatically show the wireless options shown below. Select one of the radio buttons to decide which interface to use with your SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. Only use XP wireless function – Only use “Windows XP” wireless network settings to configure the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.1 Control Center (Utility) Control Center is an application that makes it easy to launch applications and activate network location settings. Control Center starts automatically when the system boots. Whenever Control Center is running, you will see a Control Center icon displayed on the Windows taskbar.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Wireless Status Icons (on the taskbar) Excellent link quality and connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Good link quality and connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Fair link quality and connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Poor link quality and connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Not linked but connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Excellent link quality but not connected to Internet (Infrastructure) Chapter 3 Good link quality but not connected to Internet (Inf
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.1.1 Taskbar Right-Click Menu Right-clicking the taskbar icon shows the following menu items: Chapter 3 • • • • • Wireless Settings – Launches Wireless Settings application. Activate Configuration – Allows you to set which profile to use. Mobile Manager – Launches Mobile Manager application. Preferences – Customizes the way the Control Center program behaves. You can create a Control Center shortcut on the desktop.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2 Wireless Settings (Utility) Wireless Settings is an application that allows you to control your ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. Use Wireless Settings to View or Modify the configuration settings and monitor the operational status of your PC Card. Once Wireless Settings is launched, you can see the tabbed property sheet. This property sheet is composed of tabbed “pages”, each with its own group of feature-specific settings.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Association State Displays the connection status as follows: Connected - The station is now associated with one wireless LAN device. When operating in Infrastructure mode, this field shows the MAC address of the Access Point with which you are communicating. When operating in Ad Hoc mode, this field shows the virtual MAC address used by computers participating in the Ad Hoc network. Scanning...
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Security Indicates whether or not Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is enabled for the station. Power Save State Shows the following indicating the power saving state of the station "Awake", "Sleep Pending", "Sleep", "Fake Sleep Pending", "Faking Sleep", and "Unknown". Radio State Shows the wireless radio on or off. Radio On - When the wireless radio is turned off, the following icon appears in the upper left of the Settings property page.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.3 Status - Connection Tab You can view the current link statistics about the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. These statistics are updated once per second and are valid only if the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card exists. Chapter 3 Scanning Connected Frame Sent/Received Transmitted - The number of frames that were transmitted. Received - The number of frames that were received. Frame Error Transmitted - The number of frames that were not successfully transmitted.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.4 Frame Statistics Chapter 3 Frame statistics give information on data transferred though the wireless LAN. You can monitor performance or trouble shoot signal quality within different location of your wireless network.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.5 Status - IP Config Tab IP Config tab shows all the current network configuration information for the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. Use it to verify your network settings. IP CONFIG will display all the current TCP/IP configuration values including the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) and DNS configuration. Chapter 3 Connected Button IP Release - Releases the DHCP IP address for the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.6 Config - Basic Tab Chapter 3 Lets you can change the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card configurations without rebooting your computer. SSID Set to “Doc” Network Type Infrastructure – Select the Infrastructure mode to establish a connection with an Access Point. Your computer is able to access wireless LAN and wired LAN (Ethernet), via an associated access point. The Channel field turns to “Auto” when “Infrastructure” is selected.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Power Saving This field allows the configuration of power management options to conserve battery life. These options are "Off", "Normal, and "Maximum". Power Management is disabled when "Ad Hoc" mode is selected in the Network Type field. When the Power Saving setting is Off, it allows a full powered state that yields the best performance. This mode is recommended for devices running on AC power.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Data Rate Select the transmit data rate (fix or auto). The data rates supported for the ASUS SpaceLink WLAN Cards are: Auto - The adapter will adjust to the most suitable transmission rate. Fix - 11a: Fix data rate to 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, or 54 megabits per second. Chapter 3 11b: Fix data rate to 1, 2, 5, or 11 megabits per second. Click Apply to save and activate the new configurations.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.7 Config - Encryption Tab Lets you configure the ASUS SpaceLink encryption settings. We support three security options: Chapter 3 WEP Enabled Pull Down Menus Default Key The Default Key field lets you specify which of the encryption key (Unique, First, Second, Third, or Fourth) you use to transmit data on your wireless LAN.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Use Static Keys We provide both the IEEE 802.11 standard wired equivalent privacy (WEP) and advanced encryption security (AES) encryption. While WEP is universally supported and commonly used, AES provides a much higher level of security. Frames encrypted with AES are more difficult to decipher without known the key. Unique Key This option is enable only if you enable AES Encryption. Defines the unique encryption key for security for the current network configuration.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Two ways to assign Shared Keys Manual Assignment - When you click this button, the cursor appears in the field for Key 1. To enable WEP encryption, you are required to enter at least one shared key. For 64-bit encryption, each Key contains exactly 10 hex digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F). For 128-bit encryption, each Key contains exactly 26 hex digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F). For 152-bit encryption, each Key contains exactly 32 hex digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F).
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.8 Config - Advanced Tab Chapter 3 Advanced tab provides some additional settings for the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. Country Allows users to select the country where ASUS wireless network adapters will be operated. The country code specifies the corresponding regulatory domain and constructs a channel list for channel scanning. Channel Using the Channel field to select the radio channel for card.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Scan Mode Allows selection of the wireless card scanning method used to locate access points or ad hoc networks. The default value is Auto. Passive: Click on this radio button to specify passive scanning. Passive scanning indicates that the wireless card is in listen-only mode. Auto: Click on this radio button to specify automatic scanning. The driver uses the country code to determine which type of scanning to use, either active or passive.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.9 Survey - Site Survey Tab Use the Site Survey tab to view statistics on the wireless networks available to the ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. The Site Survey tab is read-only with no user configurable data fields. Use the Site Survey tab to view the following network parameters. • BSSID – View the IEEE MAC addresses of the available networks. SSID – View the SSID (service set identification) within available networks.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.10 About Version Info Tab Uses the Version Info tab to view program and ASUS SpaceLink WLAN Card version information. The program version information field includes the Copyright and utility version. The version information includes the NDIS version, driver name, and driver version. Chapter 3 This screen is an example only. Normally, you will see non-zero version numbers. NDIS Tab The NDIS page gives statistics for troubleshooting.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.2.11 Link Status ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card connection quality icon appears on the left of the ASUS WLAN Card Settings. Use the icon to view the current signal quality of the adapter. Excellent Link Quality (Infrastructure) Good Link Quality (Infrastructure) Fair Link Quality (Infrastructure) Chapter 3 Poor Link Quality (Infrastructure) Not linked (Infrastructure) Linked (Ad Hoc) Not Linked (Ad Hoc) 3.2.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.3 Activate Configuration Auto roaming is enabled by default and will automatically switch to stronger access points. You can uncheck it if you have many access points and do not want to constantly switch to different networks. If you want to use a particular profile. You can also check it here. Chapter 3 Auto Roaming Select or deselect to allow auto roaming.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.4 Mobile Manager (Utility) Mobile Manager is a convenient tool to setup and manage network location settings. Mobile Manager lets users configure multiple alternative configurations for different locations. You only need to set this once, and then easily switch configurations when you change your location. Starting Mobile Manager • Click the Windows Start button, select Programs, select ASUS Utility, select Dual-Band WLAN Card, and then click Mobile Manager.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.4.1 Main Window You can use the Mobile Manager utility main window to create a new configuration, edit a configuration or activate a configuration. The main window includes a menu bar, tool bar, and a list view for showing existing configurations. Chapter 3 Using the pull-down menu and toolbar The following topics show the commands available from the Mobile Manager pull-down menu and toolbar.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Activate Auto Roaming – If an association changes, it will automatically switch into a network configuration that you have made. If no associations have been made, it will automatically connect to a wireless network based on configurations that you specify. Activate Configuration – Applies the configuration that you have selected from the list. You may be prompted to restart Windows depending on the required changes. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.4.2 View Menu Large Icons - Displays large icons for each configuration. Small Icons - Displays small icons for each configuration. List - Shows the configuration names in a list. Details - The Detailed view expands this list to include information about the configurations. The information includes configuration name, type, and description. Chapter 3 3.4.3 Help Menu Contents - Displays the WinHelp contents window (the one you are reading now) for online Help.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.4.3 Using New Configuration Wizard Create a new configuration Create a new configuration if you are in a specific location that does not have an existing configuration defined. Use the New Configuration Wizard to create a configuration in a few easy steps. Do one of the following: • On the File menu, click New Configuration. or • Double-click New Configuration on the Main window. Then the New Configuration Wizard dialog starts.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Using New Configuration Wizard (Cont.) Enter the appropriate information in the wizard. After specifying the appropriate information, click Next to continue. See “Using Edit Configuration” for detailed information on each. Chapter 3 Enter the appropriate information in the wizard. After specifying the appropriate information, click Next to continue. See “Using Edit Configuration” for detailed information on each.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Using New Configuration Wizard (Cont.) Enter the computer name and DNS suffix. Click Next to continue. Read Microsoft Windows documentation for information on these items. Chapter 3 Click Next to accept these settings or click Advanced to change them. Read Microsoft Windows documentation for information on these items. On the final window of the New Configuration Wizard, you will see a Finish button.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.4.4 Using Edit Configuration Edit an existing configuration Edit a configuration if you want to view or change dialup or LAN settings. • On the Edit menu, click Edit Configuration. or • Double-click one existing configuration on the Main window. Then the Edit Configuration dialog starts. The Edit Configuration dialog contains various settings, which you select by clicking the buttons at the left of the window. Each setting is described below.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Workgroup – Type an existing workgroup name or create a new workgroup by typing a new name that contains up to 15 characters. Use it to identify your computer group that you belong to. Computer Description – This information is displayed as a comment next to the computer name when the computer is seen in “Details” view (select from the Windows pull-down menu). Use it to describe your computer, for example, your name, or location.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Power Saving This field allows the configuration of power management options to conserve battery life. These options are "Off", "Normal, and "Maximum". Power Management is disabled when "Ad Hoc" mode is selected in the Network Type field. When the Power Saving setting is Off, it allows a full powered state that yields the best performance. This mode is recommended for devices running on AC power.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Data Rate Select the transmit data rate (fix or auto). The data rates supported for the ASUS SpaceLink WLAN Cards are: Auto - The adapter will adjust to the most suitable transmission rate. 11a: Fix data rate to 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, or 54 megabits per second. 11b: Fix data rate to 1, 2, 5, or 11 megabits per second.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Gateway Specify the gateways. There can be more than one specified.Set up the primary gateway first. Add a gateway - Type the IP address of the gateway in the New Gateway field and then click Add. The gateway you specified appears in the Installed Gateways list. Repeat to specify another gateways. The value in each field must be a number between 0 and 255. You can have up to eight IP addresses for gateways.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Dialing settings Specify how the call will be dialed. This is useful if you want to change the call to a calling card, use your computer from different locations, or add a dial prefix, country code, or area code automatically. Dialup Networking settings Dialup Networking settings include four tabs: Device, Phone Number, Server Type, and TCP/IP. Device Choose the modem you want to use by Dial-Up Networking to connect to another computer for this connection.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Select Require encrypted password checkbox to specify that only encrypted passwords can be sent to or accepted by your computer. This is useful if you need additional security for this connection. When type your password while dialing out, this setting will encrypt your password but the target computer must support encrypted passwords for your password to be understood. Allowed network protocols – Specifies the network protocols that your computer can use.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Server assigned name server addresses – Specifies whether Dial-Up Networking accepts a DNS and WINS server addresses from a ppp server. If the ppp server does not offer DNS and WINS addresses, DNS and WINS server addresses specified for TCP/IP Dial-Up Adapter in the Network dialog box are used. Specify name server addresses – Provides a space for you to type one or two DNS and WINS server addresses for this connection only.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Sharing settings I want to be able to give others access to my files – Turn file sharing ON or OFF. File sharing enables people using other computers to read or modify files you share on your computer. I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s) – Turn printer sharing ON or OFF. Printer sharing enables people using other computers to printer their files on your printers.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.5 Site Monitor Site Monitor measures the received signal strength indicator (RSSI) values of all available wireless networks. This tool is used for determining the best placement of Access Points to provide the best coverage for a wireless network. 3.5.1 • Starting Site Monitor Click the Windows Start button, select Programs, select ASUS Utility, select Dual-Band WLAN Card Utilities, and then click Site Monitor.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.5.3 Monitor Directed link state test with one particular wireless network, including: RSSI: This indicates the value of received signal strength of the last received frame. In principle, the higher the RSSI, the better your communications quality. Throughput: This sends a specified number of data packets to the remote host and calculates the average megabytes per second. During the test, the Start button toggles to Stop.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference 3.6 Windows XP Wireless Properties Chapter 3 1. Double-click System icon in the Control Panel. 2. Double-click ASUS SpaceLink WL230... 3. The “General” page will show status, duration, 4. The “Wireless Networks” page will show Available networks and Preferred networks. speed, and signal strength.
Chapter 3 - Wireless LAN Reference Windows XP Wireless Properties (Cont.) Chapter 3 5. The “Authentication” page allows you to add 6. The “Advanced” page allows you to set security settings. Read Windows help for firewall and sharing. Read Windows help for more information. more information.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4. Bluetooth Reference 4.1 Introduction to Bluetooth The term "Bluetooth" refers to a worldwide standard for the wireless exchange of data between two devices. In order to exchange data, two Bluetooth devices must establish a connection. Before a connection is established, one device must request a connection with another. The second device accepts (or rejects) the connection. The originator of the request is known as the client.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2 Using the Bluetooth Software This icon will appear on your desktop. Doubleclick My Bluetooth Places to launch the Bluetooth utility. Click Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood to search for Bluetooth devices in range. Devices within range will be shown in “Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood” Chapter 4 If you cannot see any devices within “Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood”, make sure that your devices are properly working and set to allow discovering.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference Using the Bluetooth Software (Cont.) Different Views Depending on your Windows folder options, you will may see different sized icons. The above has “Show common tasks in folders” enabled and view “Tiles”. Bluetooth Not Available Chapter 4 If your local Bluetooth device is not present or working, you will get red x’s on each Bluetooth service icon.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.1 Bluetooth Connection Wizard Using “My Bluetooth Places” and browsing to the individual service within a target device is actually easier to use than using the “Bluetooth Connection Wizard”. See “Services” a few pages later. Launch the “Bluetooth Connection Wizard” from the Start menu or right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar. You can read about “Bluetooth Connection” in the Online Manual. Chapter 4 Select a service and target device.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference If “Require secure encrypted connection” was selected earlier, a security screen may appear: • • To establish a paired relationship with the remote device while using this wizard, enter your Personal Identification Number in the PIN Code field of the security screen, and then click the Next button.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.2 Explore Besides double-clicking the Bluetooth icon on This is Windows “Explorer” utility with “My your desktop, you can right click and select Bluetooth Places” selected. Explore to view Bluetooth devices along with your entire computer in one window. Chapter 4 This is Windows “Explorer” utility with “Entire This is Windows “Explorer” utility with “My Bluetooth Neighborhood” selected. Device” selected.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.3 Setup Right click and select Setup to view Bluetooth You can read about the Security and configuration options. Configuration settings in the Online Manual. 4.2.4 Security Pairing Devices Chapter 4 Pairing allows you to avoid entering access information each time a connection is attempted. Paired devices share a unique Link Key, which they exchange when connecting.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.5 Configuration View the online manual for information on configuration settings.
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Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.6 Services Using services on a target device are just as they would be on your own computer but you will be borrowing the target device’s resources. For more information on those services, refer to your source or target’s user’s manual. Services are provided by the server and used by the client. All Bluetooth servers do not necessarily provide all of these services. You can also use services from the Bluetooth taskbar icon.
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Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.7 Serial Port The Bluetooth Serial Port service allows two Bluetooth devices to establish a wireless connection through virtual communications ports and then use that connection as if it were a hardwired serial cable between the devices. To establish a Bluetooth serial port connection Connections are initiated from the client: • • • Chapter 4 • On the client, in the Folders pane of My Bluetooth Places, select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference • Double-click the Bluetooth Serial Port service to display its Service Properties dialog box. The Service Properties dialog box shows the communications port that the connection is using. Close a Bluetooth serial port connection Connections are normally closed from the client: • • • • On the client, in the Folders pane of My Bluetooth Places, select (highlight) the device that is providing the Bluetooth Serial Port service.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.8 Dial-Up Networking The Dial-up Networking service permits a Bluetooth client to use a modem that is physically connected to a different Bluetooth device (the server). After the Bluetooth wireless connection is established the client can use the server’s modem as if it were a local device on the client.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.9 Fax The Fax service allows a Bluetooth client to wirelessly send a fax using a device that is physically attached to a Bluetooth server. Send a Fax Connections are initiated from the client: On the client, in the Folders pane of My Bluetooth Places, select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood. • In the right pane of Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood, right-click anywhere except on a device name and select Refresh from the pop-up menu.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.10 Inbox The Information Exchange service provides a way to send and receive Microsoft Outlook items to and from another Bluetooth device. Supported Outlook items are • • • • Business cards (*.vcf and *.vcd) Calendar entries (*.vcs) Notes (*.vnt) Messages (*.vmg) There are three types of operation Chapter 4 • Send – sends an object to another device. • Receive – requests an object from another device. • Exchange – sends a client object and receives a server object.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.11 Network Access The Network Access service permits a Bluetooth client to use a Local Area Network connection that is physically attached to another Bluetooth device (the server). Possible Network Access servers include Bluetooth-enabled computers that have a hardwired Ethernet connection. • Stand-alone Bluetooth Network Access Points. The Bluetooth server must be specifically configured to provide the Network Access service.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.2.12 File Transfer The File Transfer service allows one Bluetooth device to perform file operations on the default File Transfer directory (and the folders and files it contains) of another Bluetooth device. Perform an operation on a folder or file On the machine from which the File Transfer service will be used: • • • Chapter 4 • In the Folders pane of My Bluetooth Places, select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference Send to: • 3.5” Floppy Drive – copies the selected item(s) from the server to the client’s 3.5” floppy drive. • My Shared Folder – copies the selected item(s) from the server to the default File Transfer folder on the client. • Cut – copies a folder and its contents, or individually selected files in a folder, to the Windows clipboard. When the clipboard contents are pasted to a new location, the originally selected file(s) on the server are deleted.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.3 File Transfer Example (to Public Folder) [Source] Selecting “Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood” will show available Bluetooth devices. You will not see yourself. The above example is a Personal Computer (Desktop PC) and only Laptop Computers (Notebook PC) are shown. [Target] In this setup, there are two Laptop Computers and one Personal Computer. From one of the target Laptop Computers, you can see the Personal Computer that was not shown in the previous screen capture.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference 4.3.1 Bluetooth Cellular Phone Modern cellular (also called mobile) phones have several connection options to make its features accessible to a wide range of devices and computers in several environments. When using a Bluetooth Cellular phone such as the Ericsson T39, you can see target Bluetooth devices similar to using a computer. Under (5) Extras menu, there is (5) Bluetooth options. (1) Discoverable - use this to allow other to be able to see your Cellular phone.
Chapter 4 - Bluetooth Reference Pairing Pairing is necessary in order to utilize another device’s resources. You will be asked to enter a password on both devices. The first device (a computer in this case) sets the password and the second device (the Ericsson T39 in this case) must enter the same password. Since the Ericsson T39 can only enter numbers as the password, make sure you also use numbers as the password on the computer.
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting 5. Troubleshooting Wireless LAN The below troubleshooting guides provide answers to some of the more common problems, which you may encounter while installing or using ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card products. If you encounter difficulties that are not mentioned in this section, please contact ASUS Wireless LAN Technical Support. Verify if the PCI Card is installed correctly.
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting Cannot connect to a Station (ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card) Follow the procedure below to configure your ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card. a. Verify that the “Network Type” is in “Ad Hoc” mode. b. Verify that the “SSID” of your ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card is set to the same “SSID” of the other station (or another ASUS SpaceLink B&W PCI Card). c.
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Cont.) Bluetooth Cannot Connect to a Paired Device Paired devices are always displayed in My Bluetooth Places, even if the remote device is out of range or not powered up. • Verify that the remote member of the pair is within radio range and powered up and then attempt the connection again. Cannot discover services on an unpaired remote device The remote device may not be powered up or may be out of range. • • • Verify that the remote device is powered up.
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting Properties section of the dialog box, the fourth entry, Device Address, is the BDA of the selected Bluetooth device. Determine the HCI version number In the Bluetooth Configuration Panel, on the Hardware tab, in the Device Properties section, the fifth entry provides Bluetooth Specification compliance information for the Host Controller Interface. The sixth entry contains the Specification Revision information for the Host Controller Interface, if appropriate.
Chapter 6 - Glossary 6. Glossary Wireless LAN-Related Access Point (AP) An networking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks. Access Points combined with a distributed system support the creation of multiple radio cells that enable roaming throughout a facility. Broadband A type of data transmission in which a single medium (such as cable) carries several channels of data at once.
Chapter 6 - Glossary ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier) You must have the same ESSID entered into the gateway and each of its wireless clients. The ESSID is a unique identifier for your wireless network. Ethernet The most widely used LAN access method, which is defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard. Ethernet is normally a shared media LAN meaning all devices on the network segment share total bandwidth. Ethernet networks operate at 10Mbps using CSMA/CD to run over 10Base-T cables.
Chapter 6 - Glossary ISP (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Small ISPs provide service via modem and ISDN while the larger ones also offer private line hookups (T1, fractional T1, etc.). LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a defined geographical area. The benefits include the sharing of Internet access, files and equipment like printers and storage devices.
Chapter 6 - Glossary SSID (Service Set ID) SSID is a group name shared by every member of a wireless network. Only client PCs with the same SSID are allowed to establish a connection. Station Any device containing IEEE 802.11 wireless medium access conformity. Subnet Mask A subnet mask is a set of four numbers configured like an IP address. It is used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network.
Chapter 6 - Glossary AT Command Handler A module that handles the AT commands which control a phone or modem (between a DTE and a DCE). Authentication The process of verifying 'who' is at the other end of the link. Authentication is performed for devices. In Bluetooth, this is achieved by the authentication procedure based on the stored link key or by pairing (entering a PIN).
Chapter 6 - Glossary Bluetooth passkey The name of the PIN. The term "Bluetooth passkey" is used in the UI. See PIN. Bluetooth service type One or more services a device can provide to other devices. The service information is defined in the service class field of the Bluetooth device class parameter. Bluetooth Session The activity and participation of a device on a piconet. Bond A link key that is exchanged between two devices. The key is used for future authentication between the devices.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Connect to service The establishment of a connection to a service. If not already done, this includes establishment of a physical link, link and channel as well. Connectable devices Any device within range that will respond to paging from an initiator device. Connectable mode A device that responds to paging (an attempt to establish a communication link) is said to be in connectable mode. The opposite of connectable mode is non-connectable mode.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Discoverable device A Bluetooth device in range that will respond to an inquiry (normally in addition to responding to page. discoverable mode A device that can respond to an inquiry is said to be in a discoverable mode. There are two types of discoverable modes: limited discoverable mode and general discoverable mode. The opposite of discoverable mode is non-discoverable mode. See also silent device.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Initiator The Bluetooth device initiating an action to another Bluetooth device. The device receiving the action is called the acceptor. The initiator is typically part of an established link. Inquiry Procedure The inquiry procedure enables a device to discover which devices are in range, and determine the addresses and clocks for the devices. After the inquiry procedure has completed, a connection can be established using the paging procedure.
Chapter 6 - Glossary LM Link Manager. The Link Manager software entity carries out link set-up, authentication, link configuration, and other protocols. LMP Link Manager Protocol. The LMP is used for peer-to-peer communication. LMP-authentication An LMP level procedure for verifying the identity of a remote device. The procedure is based on a challenge-response mechanism using a random number, a secret key and the BD_ADDR of the non-initiating device.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Non-connectable mode A device that does not responds to paging (an attempt to establish a communication link) is said to be in non-connectable mode. The opposite of connectable mode is connectable mode. Non-discoverable Same as non-discoverable mode. Non-discoverable mode A device that cannot respond to an inquiry is said to be in non-discoverable mode. The device will not enter the INQUIRY_RESPONSE state in this mode. See also discoverable mode.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Paging device A paging device is typically attempting to establish a communication link with other devices. See initiator. Paging Procedure With the paging procedure, an actual connection can be established. The paging procedure typically follows the inquiry procedure. Only the Bluetooth device address is required to set up a connection. Knowledge about the clock will accelerate the setup procedure.
Chapter 6 - Glossary PIN Personal Identification Number. The Bluetooth PIN is used to authenticate two devices that have not previously exchanged link key. By exchanging a PIN, the devices create a trusted relationship. The PIN is used in the pairing procedure to generate the initial link that is used for further identification. Pre-paired device A device with which a link key was exchanged, and the link key is stored, before link establishment. See also paired device and unpaired device.
Chapter 6 - Glossary SDP client The SDP in a Local Device (LocDev). The SDP client requests service information from SDP servers. SDP server The SDP in a Remote Device (RemDev). The SDP server responds to requests made by SDP clients. SDP Session The exchange of information between an SDP client and an SDP server. The exchange of information is referred to as an SDP transaction.
Chapter 6 - Glossary SIG Special Interest Group. The Bluetooth standards body & steering committee. Silent device A device that is in discoverable mode but cannot respond due to other baseband activity is said to be a silent device. The device could also be in non-discoverable mode and would also not respond to an inquiry. SIM Subscriber Identity Module. The SIM is a nonvolatile storage device that contains information about your phone. This allows the SIM to be used in any GSM phone.
Chapter 6 - Glossary IEEE 802.11b (11Mbits/sec) In 1997, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) adopted the 802.11 standard for wireless devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This standard includes provisions for three radio technologies: direct sequence spread spectrum, frequency hopping spread spectrum, and infrared. Devices that comply with the 802.11 standard operate at a data rate of either 1 or 2 Mbps. In 1999, the IEEE created the 802.11b standard. 802.
Chapter 6 - Glossary Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum (for 802.11b) Spread spectrum (broadband) uses a narrowband signal to spread the transmission over a segment of the radio frequency band or spectrum. Directsequence is a spread spectrum technique where the transmitted signal is spread over a particular frequency range. The Space Link Wireless PCI Card uses Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) for radio communication.
Chapter 6 - Glossary IEEE 802.11a (54Mbits/sec) The 802.11b standard was designed to operate in the 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) band using direct-sequence spreadspectrum technology. The 802.11a standard, on the other hand, was designed to operate in the more recently allocated 5GHz UNII (Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure) band. And unlike 802.11b, the 802.
Chapter 6 - Glossary COFDM (for 802.11a) Power alone is not enough to maintain 802.11b-like distances in an 802.11a environment. To compensate, vendors specified and designed a new physical-layer encoding technology that departs from the traditional directsequence technology being deployed today. This technology is called COFDM (coded OFDM). COFDM was developed specifically for indoor wireless use and offers performance much superior to that of spreadspectrum solutions.
Chapter 7 - Safety Information Chapter 7 7. Safety Information Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Chapter 7 - Safety Information Chapter 7 Canadian Department of Communications This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Chapter 7 - Safety Information MPE Statement Chapter 7 Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency Exposure This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247(b)(4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices.
