Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device User’s Guide
Product Model Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device product models: WUD2011BWW WUD2011BSG Copyright Copyright © 2001, Intel Corporation. All rights reserved. Intel Corporation, 5200 N.E. Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124-6497 Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein. Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
About This Document About This Document Reference Documents This reference guide refers to the following documents: Part Number Document Title A69587-002 Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device Quick Install Guide Conventions Keystrokes are indicated as follows: ENTER identifies a key. FUNC, CTRL, C identifies a key sequence. Press and release each key in turn. Press A+B press the indicated keys simultaneously.
About This Document This document uses the following for certain conditions or information: indicates tips or special requirements. indicates conditions that can cause equipment damage or data loss. indicates a potentially dangerous condition or procedure that only Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device-trained personnel should attempt to correct or perform.
Contents Product Model............................................................................................................................ ii Copyright ................................................................................................................................... ii Patents ........................................................................................................................................ ii About This Document.................................................
Contents vi Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device User’s Guide
Chapter 1. Introduction to wireless networking The Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device is an 802.11b wireless networking device that connects to a USB port on your computer. Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN network products are based on the IEEE 802.11b standard and connect computers together to form a wireless local area network (WLAN). All Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN products interoperate with other IEEE 802.11b compliant wireless devices from other vendors.
Chapter 1. Introduction to wireless networking 1.3 Identifying a WLAN All the devices on a WLAN use a Network Name, or Service Set Identifier (SSID) to identify the WLAN. In peer-to-peer mode, an Independent Basic Service Set Identifier (IBSSID) identifies a WLAN. In infrastructure mode, an Extended Service Set Identifier (ESSID) identifies a WLAN. This guide uses SSID as a general term for both ESSID and IBSSID. All the devices on a WLAN must use the same SSID to communicate with other wireless devices.
IEEE 802.11 devices use frequency modulation (FM) to transmit digital data from one device to another. The radio signal propagates into the air as electromagnetic waves. The receiving device demodulates the signal, which results in the original digital data. The radio devices transmit in the 2.4 to 2.5 gigahertz frequency range, a license-free range throughout most of the world. The actual range is country-dependent. 1.
Chapter 2. Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility Chapter 2. Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility The Wireless LAN Configuration Utility allows you to configure wireless clients, evaluate performance, and display the current status of a wireless network device. 2.1 Viewing the Status Icon The Wireless LAN Configuration Utility starts automatically and places a status icon on the Windows taskbar when Windows starts. The status icon is shown below.
Chapter 2. Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility 2.2 Viewing Information about the Network Connection To view detailed status about your wireless network connection, double-click the status icon on the Windows Taskbar. This information can help you troubleshoot problems and adjust the placement of clients, access points, or antennas. State: Shows the current status of your wireless network: • Associated – The access point’s Ethernet Address (Media Access Controller ID).
Chapter 2. Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility Link Quality: A measure of the data quality. Both low signal strength and interference can adversely affect the data quality. Signal strength: The power of the received signal. 2.3 Changing Network Settings The Configuration tab allows you to change the device’s network settings You can configure the wireless device to communicate with an access point or directly with other wireless computers.
To configure the Device to communicate with an access point 1. In the Mode field, select Infrastructure. 2. In the SSID field, enter the SSID. The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 30 characters. This entry must be the same as the SSID set on the access point. To configure the Device to communicate directly with other computers 3. In the Mode field, select Ad Hoc. 4. In the SSID field, enter the SSID. The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 30 characters.
Chapter 2. Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility 2.4 Implementing Security The Encryption tab allows you to set up WEP encryption to protect your wireless network. WEP encryption uses either a 64-bit key or 128-bit key to provide security during every data transmission. Each wireless device on your network must use the same encryption method and keys. Choose one of the following settings from the Encryption(WEP) drop down box: • Disabled: Data is not encrypted.
To use 128-bit WEP Encryption 1. Select 128-bit from the Encryption (WEP) drop down box. 2. Enter a key. The WEP key values are hexadecimal and can only contain the numbers 0 through 9 and the letters a through f. Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) Connection For added security, use a VPN. For more information, consult the documentation regarding VPN software. 2.5 Viewing Driver and Firmware Information The About tab allows you to view driver, firmware, and software versions. 2.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device is similar to a wired network adapter except that the connection is wireless. The troubleshooting techniques that apply to a wired network adapter also apply to this wireless device. To see if the wireless device is working, note the color of the device icon on the right side of the Windows taskbar: Green indicates that the device is communicating. Double-click the icon for more status information.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Windows ME Installation Step 1 - Install the software 1. Insert the Intel® PRO/Wireless LAN USB Software CD into your CD-ROM drive and wait for your computer to display the following: 2. Click Install Software and follow the instructions in the installation program. Step 2 - Install the hardware 1. Place the wireless device in an open area as high as possible and away from metal objects or florescent lights. 2.
Chapter 4. Customer Support Chapter 4. Customer Support 4.1 Intel Automated Customer Support You can reach Intel automated support services 24 hours a day, every day at no charge. The services contain the most up-to-date information about Intel products. You can access installation instructions, troubleshooting information, and product information. 4.1.1 User Guide on Your Product CD-ROM For more information about installing drivers or troubleshooting other topics, see the online User Guide.
Chapter 4. Customer Support 4.2 Intel Software License Agreement IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. Do not use or load this software and any associated materials (collectively, the “Software”) until you have carefully read the following terms and conditions. By loading or using the Software, you agree to the terms of this Agreement. If you do not wish to so agree, do not install or use the Software.
Chapter 4. Customer Support LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT SHALL INTEL OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR LOST INFORMATION) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF INTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
4.3 Limited Hardware Warranty Intel warrants to the original owner that the hardware product delivered in this package will be free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover the product if it is damaged in the process of being installed. Intel recommends that you have the company from whom you purchased this product install the product. Intel reserves the right to fill your order with a product containing new or remanufactured components.
Chapter 4. Customer Support 4.3.1 Limitation of Liability and Remedies INTEL’S SOLE LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE LIMITED TO DIRECT, OBJECTIVELY MEASURABLE DAMAGES.
Chapter 5. Regulatory Compliance Information Chapter 5. Regulatory Compliance Information For U.S. and international regulatory compliance information for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device, please see the Regulatory Specifications posted at the following web sites: sDOC URL: http://developer.intel.com/design/litcentr/ce_docs/ Regulatory document URL: http://support.intel.
Chapter 5. Regulatory Compliance Information French Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne 1999/5/EC. German Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen Richtlinie 1999/5/EC. Greek Ôï ðñïúüí áõôü ðëçñïß ôéò ðñïâëÝøåéò ôçò ÅõñùðáúêÞò Ïäçãéáò 1999/5/EC. Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer 1999/5/EC. Italian Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC.
Index Numerics P 128-bit WEP encryption, 9 64-bit WEP encryption, 8 product registration, 16 A R changing settings, 6 channel, 5 customer support, 12 radio basics, 2 digital data, 3 electromagnetic waves, 2 radio links, 2 regulatory compliance, 17 rescanning, 5 restoring defaults, 7 D S data decryption, 2 WEP algorithm, 2 data encryption WEP algorithm, 2 security decryption, 2 WEP algorithm, 2 selecting a channel, 6 signal strength, 6 SSID, 6 state, 5 status icon, 4 status information, 5 Ad Hoc,
Index 20 Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device User’s Guide
