Owner's Manual

NOTE: The default value for this property is set for maximum performance. Therefore, it is not recommended for home
users to change the value. Only network administrators or technicians with wireless network experience should attempt
to make any changes.
When the Manage Wireless Settings property is enabled, the Let this tool manage your wireless network settings check
box on the Wireless Networks tab of DW WLAN Card Utility is selected.
Enabled (default)
Disabled
Minimum Power Consumption
When enabled, this property enables the wireless client to either turn off the radio or to not scan when the wireless client
network is unassociated or when the computer is in the IDLE state.
Enabled (default)
Disabled
PLCP Header
The PLCP Header property is used to set the header type used for CCK rates. The type can be Long or Auto (short/long).
Auto (Short/Long) (default)
Long
Power Save Mode
The Power Save Mode property is used to put the wireless client computer into the IEEE 802.11 Power Save mode. When the
Power Save Mode property is enabled, the radio is periodically powered down to conserve power. When the radio is in Power
Save Mode, packets are stored in the wireless router/AP until the radio comes on. The Fast setting allows full throughput with
power savings.
Fast (default)
Enabled
Disabled
Radio Enable/Disable
When the value of this property is set to Disabled, the radio is turned off. It may be necessary at times to turn off the radio
to comply with restrictions prohibiting the emission of radio signals, such as during takeoff and landing onboard a commercial
aircraft. Changing the value to Enabled turns the radio back on. Certain computers may have other more convenient methods
for turning the radio on and off. Refer to operating manual that came with the computer to see if such features exist.
Enabled (default)
Disabled
Rate (802.11a)
This property enables you to specify the rate (in Mbps) at which data is transmitted for IEEE 802.11a operation. The possible
values are: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54. The default value is Best Rate.
Rate (802.11b/g)