DCF-650W 11Mbps Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter User’s Manual
Table of Contents Introduction ........................................................................1 Features and Benefits....................................................1 Wireless Solutions .........................................................2 Contents of Package..........................................................3 System Requirements........................................................4 Wireless Basics..................................................................
Introduction The D-Link DCF-650W 11Mbps IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter is a standard Type II CF interface adapter integrated with wireless LAN technology. It provides you the easiest and fastest way to access your wireless and wired network. The Wireless Compact Flash Adapter, which utilizes the latest advancement of the PC industry – Compact Flash technology, allows you to install and use the card reader easier than ever before.
Wireless Solutions 11Mbps Wireless LAN products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client access to the network in applications like these: 1. Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation 2. Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to deploy 3.
Contents of Package DCF-650W 11Mbps High Speed Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter Package Contents 1 2 3 4 DCF-650W 11 Mbps High Speed Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter Drivers User’s Manual Quick Install Guide -3-
System Requirements In order to use the 11Mbps Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter, your desktop or laptop computer (with which you will “sync” your PDA) must be equipped with the following: “Microsoft Active Sync” software Wireless Basics Your new D-Link Air product is based on industry standards to provide easy to use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home or business. Strictly adhering to IEEE 802.
Installation Considerations Designed to go up to 800 feet in an open environment, D-Link Air lets you access your network from anywhere you want. However, keep in mind, that range is limited by the number of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing range is to follow these basic principles: 1.
and/or Computers that will be connected. Additional Access Points can be connected to provide better coverage in rooms where the signal does not appear as strong as desired. Network Configuration The 11Mbps Wireless LAN products support the same network configuration options of the legacy Ethernet LANs as defined by IEEE 802 standard committee.
Network Topology Ad-Hoc Wireless Network An Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one wireless adapter, connected as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific Ad-Hoc wireless LAN must be configured at the same radio channel. Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is applicable at a departmental scale for a branch or SOHO operation.
Infrastructure Wireless Network The 11Mbps Wireless LAN devices provide access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A group of wireless LAN PC users and an Access Point construct a Basic Service Set (BSS). Each wireless-equipped PC in this BSS can talk to any computer in the wired LAN infrastructure via the Access Point. Infrastructure configuration will extend the accessibility of a wireless station to the wired LAN.
Wireless LAN Settings Using the Wireless LAN Utility on the DCF-650W Note: The DCF-650W Wireless Compact Flash Adapter is a “ready-to-use” device. Its default settings are compatible with a typical Infrastructure Wireless LAN.
The “INFO” tab The “INFO” tab displays the Wireless Compact Flash Adapter’s current status and includes information on the following items: Adapter - Displays the name of the Wireless Compact Flash Adapter Firmware – Displays the firmware version that is equipped with your hardware Domain – The regulated operating frequency per country Channel – Displays the current channel that the Wireless Compact Flash is using MAC Address – The hardware identification number that distinguishes the unit from others BSSI
The “CONFIGURE” tab At the “CONFIGURE” tab you can view current settings for: ESSID – The ESSID is a unique ID given to the Access Point. Wireless clients using the same Access Point, must have the same ESSID as the Access Point. Note: Specifying an ESSID will prevent you from inadvertently connecting to a different wireless network. Network Type – Use “Infrastructure” mode if you will be using an Access Point in your network. Use “ad-hoc”, if you will not be using an Access Point.
The “LINK” tab The “LINK” tab is similar to the Ping Command. It allows you to monitor transmission quality between two stations. Enter the IP address of another station, set the timeout and packet size to see if the communication was sent successfully.
The “WEP” tab If an additional measure of security is desired on the wireless network, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption can be enabled. Please select “Enable” in the above screen, if you wish to activate encryption. To activate WEP encryption, you will also need to select the “Key Length.” You may select either “64 Bits” or “128 Bits.” Please choose the “Key Length” that is the same as your Access Point. Input 4 different “Key Settings” in the fields provided.
Troubleshooting Tips to Configure Your PDA for accessing the Internet To Configure the following: Go to: The Access Point’s ESSID Settings>System>Wireless LAN Setting>Configuration WEP keys (if required) Settings>System>Wireless LAN Settings>WEP DHCP/Fixed IP (under IE Setting>Connections>Network (select the Wireless browser) LAN CF Card. Set the IP Address and Name Servers accordingly.
Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b Host interface • Compact Flash V1.4, CF+ I/O interface, Type II Protocols • TCP/IP Data Security • 64/128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Encryption Data Rate & Modulation • 11Mbps: CCK • 5.5Mbps: CCK • 2Mbps: DQPSK • 1Mpbs: DBSK • Auto Fall-Back Range Coverage (Open Environment) • 460 feet @ 11Mbps • 656 feet @ 5.5Mbps • 885 feet @ 2Mbps • 1311 feet @ 1Mbps Supported OS • Windows CE version 3.
Output Power • 14 dBm (Max. 18dBm) Voltage • 3.3 VDC+-10% Network Architecture Types • Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure • Roaming (standard IEEE 802.11 compliant) Operating Channels • 11 United States (FCC) • 11 Canada (DOC) Antenna • PIFA (Patched Inverse “F” Antenna) Type Antenna Sensitivity @ PER<0.08 • 11Mbps < -80dBm • 5.5Mbps < -83dBm • 2 Mbps < -86dBm • 1 Mbps < -88dBm Frequency Range • 2.412-2.
Compatibility Pocket PC Compaq Casio Handheld PC Sharp HP Intel iPAQ (CPU: Strong ARM) E115 and E125 (MIPS R4000) Telios (MIPS R3000) Jornada 720 (Strong ARM) Pentium/X86 CPU Warranty • One Year Limited Warranty *Check http://www.dlink.com for newest releases of drivers.
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