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Caution My Network Settings For use with UL Listed, CSA and GS approved personal computers. Use this page to record your network settings. Not intended for use in machinery, medical or industrial applications. Workgroup or domain name: ______________________________________ Do not use onboard an aircraft or in hazardous locations such as a gas station or other explosive environment. Base Station password: __________________________________________ (Default=admin) For indoor use only.
contents 1 | Introduction: Welcome to Wireless-B ..................................................................................1 About Your Wireless Adapter ......................................................................................... 1 The Wireless USB Adapter .......................................................................................... 2 The Wireless Notebook Adapter................................................................................. 2 Adapter Status Lights.......
Updating Software ....................................................................................................... 22 Making Your Network More Secure ............................................................................ 23 Help Protect Your Network from Computer Viruses ............................................... 23 Help Protect Your Network from Hackers ............................................................... 23 Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access....................
Appendix B: Support and Technical Information ........................................................... 42 Getting Help ..................................................................................................................42 Visit Us on the Web ...................................................................................................42 Click Help in the Broadband Network Utility............................................................42 Technical Support Options ...................
introduction Welcome to Wireless-B Thank you for purchasing the Microsoft® Broadband Networking Wireless Adapter. You can use your adapter to add a computer to a new or existing wireless network. This chapter describes your wireless adapter and explains wireless (radio) connections. About Your Wireless Adapter Your wireless adapter comes with a Setup CD, User’s Guide, and Start Here guide, as shown in the following illustration.
The Wireless USB Adapter The Microsoft Wireless USB Adapter has a USB cable and an adjustable antenna. Antenna USB cable USB connector Wireless light Power light The USB adapter plugs into a computer’s USB port. USB ports are rectangular and about a half-inch wide. They can be located on either the back or front of the computer. The USB adapter has no internal power source, so it must connect to a high-powered (500 mA) USB port.
Adapter Status Lights The status lights on the USB adapter and the notebook adapter work in the same way. The following table describes the behavior of these status lights. When the Power light is… And the Wireless light is… On On The adapter has established communication with a wireless network. On Blinking quickly Data is being sent or received wirelessly. On Blinking slowly The adapter is trying to establish communication with a wireless network.
Active Internet connection Broadband modem Wireless Base Station Ethernet connection First computer Second computer In an ad hoc network, a wireless adapter connects directly to wireless adapters that are installed in other computers. This type of network is often used when only two computers or devices are being connected, when a broadband Internet connection will not be shared, or when the connection to another computer is intended to be temporary. The following illustration shows an ad hoc network.
Placement of Wireless Components The following placement recommendations will help you achieve the best wireless range, coverage, security, and connection speed from your wireless devices: O Place wireless components in direct line of sight to one another, if possible. O If you notice poor signal strength on a notebook adapter, try moving your laptop computer by just a few inches in any direction.
Understanding Wireless Transmission Standards 802.11 is a series of wireless transmission standards developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for wireless local area networks. Currently, four specifications make up the 802.11 series: 802.11, 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g. Your Microsoft Wireless Adapter conforms to the 802.11b and 802.11 specifications. The main features that distinguish these specifications are connection speed and radio frequency.
2 setup Using the Setup Wizard This chapter will guide you through the setup process for your Microsoft® Broadband Networking Wireless Adapter. To set up your adapter, you need a computer that: O Is running Microsoft Windows® XP, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 98, or Windows 98 SE operating system. O Has an available PC Card (PCMCIA) slot. The steps in this chapter correspond to the steps that you will go through in the wizard on the Setup CD.
3. If you are setting up an adapter on a computer that is already connected to a network over Ethernet, disconnect the computer from the network. Note After you set up the wireless adapter, you can still return to using the Ethernet connection (instead of the wireless connection) at times if you want to. For some tasks that you might perform on your network, using an Ethernet connection may increase the data transfer rate.
Step 3: Connect the Adapter When the Setup Wizard prompts you to connect your wireless adapter, do one of the following: O If you have the USB adapter, connect the adapter cable to an available, powered USB port on your computer, as shown in the following illustration. USB port O If you have the notebook adapter, insert it into the PC Card (PCMCIA) slot on your computer, as shown in the following illustration. Note Leave your computer turned on while you connect your adapter.
Step 4: Configure the Adapter 1. Continue following the instructions in the Setup Wizard. 2. When the wizard asks what type of network you have, select the option that best describes the network that you want to join. Important If you want to share a broadband Internet connection on your network, it is recommended that you set up a network that uses a base station, gateway, or router.
3 network activities Sharing Resources and Joining Other Networks After setting up your wireless network, you can perform common network tasks, such as making files and printers available to other computers (a process called “sharing”), and then accessing these shared resources. You can also use the same Internet connection from multiple computers on your network. This chapter describes how to: O Log on to your network. O Use the same Internet connection from multiple computers on your network.
Logging on to Your Network After starting your computer, you must always log on to your network to access files, printers, and other resources that have been shared. If you have Microsoft® Windows® 98 or Windows Millennium Edition operating system, do not click Cancel during the logon process, even if you decide to leave your password blank. Type your user name, type your password (or leave it blank), and then click OK.
Using an Internet Connection over a Network If you have the Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station and a broadband connection to the Internet, the other computers on your network can share the original Internet connection. Internet sharing is automatically configured by the Setup Wizard when you install the base station.
To start the Broadband Network Utility O Click Start, point to Programs, and then click Microsoft Broadband Network Utility. -orO Double-click the Broadband Network Utility icon far right of the Windows taskbar.
Using Files and Folders over a Network This section explains how you can make files and folders available on one computer (a process called “file and folder sharing”) and then access those files and folders from other computers on your network. To make using files and folders over a network easy, you should assign all computers on your network to the same workgroup if you haven’t done so already. For information about how to do this, look up “workgroup” in Windows Help.
To share a folder or drive on your computer (in Windows 2000) 1. Enable file sharing on your computer if you have not already done so. You need to do this only once. For information about how to enable file sharing, see Windows Help. 2. Open My Computer. 3. Browse to the drive or folder that you want to make available to other computers on your network, and then select it. 4. On the File menu, click Sharing. 5. Click Share this folder.
To access shared files on other computers 1. Start the Broadband Network Utility. 2. In the Network Devices list, double-click the computer that stores the file you want to access. 3. Use the window that appears to browse the shared folders on that computer and locate the file. Note If the shared files on the other computer do not appear, you might need to restart the computer you are using. To copy a file or folder from a network computer to your local computer 1.
Using Other Peripheral Devices over a Network In addition to using most printers over a network, you can use other peripheral devices—such as hard drives, CD drives, and Zip drives—over your network. Some peripheral devices (such as some scanners) cannot be shared with other computers on your network. Before you can use a device that is attached to another computer on your network, you will need to do the following: O Make the device available to the network (this is also known as sharing the device).
O If you are playing an Internet-based game, you might also be required to pay user fees or download game files to your computer. Be sure to follow the directions provided on the game’s Web site. O If you have problems connecting to an Internet-based game, you might need to configure your base station to work with your game. If you have a Microsoft base station, see the MN-500: Base Station Configuration Guide or MN-700: Base Station Configuration Guide on the Setup CD.
6. Click This is a computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) network. 7. If you want the network to use wireless security, enter a Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key in the Security Key box, and to retype it in the Confirm Security Key box. Note Use 10 alphanumeric characters for standard security or 26 for stronger security. 8. Click OK twice. Joining an Available Wireless Network By using the Broadband Network Utility, you can view any network that is within range and broadcasting its wireless network name (SSID).
4 network management Understanding Network Maintenance and Security Now that you have a wireless network, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with some important network management tasks. This chapter describes how to monitor network performance, view adapter settings, update network software, and improve network security.
View Adapter Settings You can view the settings for your Microsoft wireless adapter from the Broadband Network Utility. These settings include the IP address, wireless network name (also known as Service Set Identifier, or SSID), and wireless channel. To view adapter settings O From the Tools menu of the Broadband Network Utility, click Adapter Settings. For information about how to change your adapter settings, see Broadband Network Utility Help.
Making Your Network More Secure Protecting the data and programs on your network computers from security threats, such as computer viruses and hackers, is very important. The following sections provide general information about steps you can take to protect your network.
Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access Because wireless networks use radio signals, it is possible for other wireless network devices outside your immediate area to pick up the signals and either connect to your network or capture the network traffic. To help prevent unauthorized connections or the possibility of eavesdroppers listening in on your network traffic, do the following: 24 O If you have a base station, router, or gateway, place it toward the center of your home.
5 troubleshooting Finding Answers to Common Problems This chapter will help you solve the most common installation and setup problems that you may have with your Microsoft® Broadband Networking components.
Setup and Hardware Problems This section will help you solve problems you might encounter while running the Setup Wizard or connecting your Microsoft Broadband Networking adapter to your network for the first time. Note Run the Setup Wizard before connecting your new hardware or disconnecting your existing Internet connection. This is important because the Setup Wizard will help detect your current settings and configure your new Microsoft Broadband Networking adapter.
Network and Internet Problems This section will help you solve common problems that might occur while you are using your local area network (LAN) or Internet connection. I can’t stay connected to my wireless network. If you are running the Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1), you might lose connection to your wireless network every 3 to 5 minutes. This can be caused by incorrect wireless network security settings. To solve this problem, you need to disable 802.
O Check for range or interference issues. You might be out of range of the wireless base station or access point. Place the computer with the wireless adapter in the same room as your base station and try connecting again. Interference can also cause Internet connection problems. Signals that are transmitted between the base station and a wireless adapter can be affected by interference from other wireless devices—including 2.
My network is slow. If networked programs are running slowly, or you are experiencing large slowdowns in your Internet connection speed, try decreasing the number of computers or programs that are simultaneously accessing your network. Note Programs that do not use network resources, for example Microsoft Word when it is editing a local document, will not interfere with the speed of your network. Only programs which must constantly use your network connection to function will be affected.
Several troubleshooting steps addressing these issues are listed below, with solutions to the most common problems listed first. O Make sure that the rest of your network is functioning correctly. Verify that you can access the Internet from other computers on your network. If other computers also cannot access the Internet, the problem might be with your base station, modem, or Internet service provider (ISP). See the following troubleshooting steps for more information.
O If you are using a wireless connection, check for range and interference issues. You might be out of range of the wireless base station, gateway, or router. Position the computer with the wireless adapter in the same room as your base station and try connecting again. If you can connect to the wireless network and run applications and games without a problem, you might have been previously out of range.
Printing and File Sharing Problems This section will help you solve problems that you might encounter while printing over your network or accessing shared files and folders. I can’t print to a networked printer. The following troubleshooting steps will help you track down and solve the problem. O Make sure that the printer is functioning properly. There could be a problem with the printer itself. Verify that the printer is on and working correctly by using the printer’s self-test functions.
I cannot access a shared file or folder from a computer on my network. Files and folders are “shared” when they are made available to other users on your network from the computer on which they reside. The following troubleshooting steps will help you track down and solve the problem. O Make sure that your network is functioning correctly. By checking the status of your network, you can determine if the problem is due to a connectivity issue with your network or due to your shared file configuration.
Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me 1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network, and then click the Identification tab. If you need to modify the workgroup name, click Change. When all computers are members of the same workgroup, try sharing or accessing shared files again. O Turn on file and printer sharing on the computer that contains the file you want to share.
I can open shared files or folders, but cannot write to or delete them. The following troubleshooting steps will help you track down and solve the problem. O Check whether the file is read-only. “Read-only” is a file attribute that prevents anyone from writing to the file or otherwise making alterations. To check the attributes of a file, locate the file in its folder, right-click the file, and choose Properties.
I can only access shared resources from certain computers or user accounts on my network. When you are able to access shared files from certain computers or user accounts on your network, but not others, it may be because the file’s owner has limited the access to certain users. To check the user permissions on a file, you must go to the computer that stores the file. To check user permissions for a file on a computer running the Windows XP operating system 1.
appendixes Appendix A: Locating Your Internet and Network Settings If the Setup Wizard cannot detect your settings, or if you are setting up a product without using the Setup Wizard, you will need to enter your Internet and local area network (LAN) settings manually. The following instructions will help you locate the settings that you need. You can record this information on the inside back cover of this User’s Guide for future reference.
General Internet Settings If you have not set up a base station, gateway, or router, and you have an adapter that is currently configured correctly for your ISP, you can use the following procedure to locate most of the Internet settings you need. To locate your Internet settings 1. On the Start menu, click Run. 2. Do one of the following: O If you have Microsoft Windows® XP or Windows 2000, type cmd O If you have Windows Me, Windows 98, or Windows 98 SE, type command 3.
You can find the MAC address for your Microsoft adapters printed on the label. You can find the base station MAC address on the side of the base station (or on the underside if the base station is positioned vertically). Note For information about cloning a MAC address, so that the setting conforms to the MAC address on record with your ISP, see Help in the Broadband Network Utility.
To locate your static IP address settings (Windows Me, Windows 98, and Windows 98 SE) 1. Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double-click Network. Note If you do not see the Network item in Control Panel, click View all control panel options on the left side of the screen. 2. On the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP, and then click Properties. Note If there is more than one TCP/IP option listed, select the option for your Ethernet adapter, not your dial-up adapter. 3.
To determine your workgroup name in Windows Me and Windows 98 1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network, and then click the Identification tab. Your workgroup name appears in the Workgroup box. Wireless Network Name Your wireless network name, or SSID, uniquely identifies your wireless network and is case sensitive. O If you have the Broadband Network Utility installed on a computer on your network, you can use it to identify your wireless network name.
Appendix B: Support and Technical Information This appendix contains the following reference information for your Broadband Networking products: O Getting Help O Regulatory Information O Technical Specifications O System Requirements O Limited Warranty Getting Help If you have a question about your Microsoft® Broadband Networking products, the following resources on the Web, in Help, and from Technical Support may help you find the answer.
Regulatory Information United States Radio and TV Interference Regulations This device complies with Part 15 of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The Microsoft hardware device(s) that accompanies this software can radiate radio frequency (RF) energy.
Technical Specifications WIreless Adapters 44 Standards IEEE 802.11b, Wi-Fi certified USB Adapter: USB 1.1 Host Interface USB Adapter: Full speed 12 Mbps USB compatible High-Powered Port Notebook Adapter: PC Card Type II slot Extended Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps with Auto-fallback support Modulation CCK, DBPSK, DQPSK Range Data Rate Open Environment Closed Environment 11 Mbps up to 900 feet up to 160 feet 5.
System Requirements To use the Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Adapter (MN-520) or Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless USB Adapter (MN-510), you need: O ® Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station or other Wi-Fi access point To use the Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless USB Adapter (MN-510), you need: O PC that has an available USB 1.
END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: Be sure to carefully read and understand all of the rights and restrictions described in this Microsoft End-User License Agreement (“EULA”), which includes the Software Product License, General Provisions and Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability. You will be asked to review and either accept or not accept the terms of the EULA. The SOFTWARE will not set up on Your computer unless or until You accept the terms of this EULA.
Support Services. Microsoft may provide You with support services related to the SOFTWARE and/or Hardware Device (“Support Services”). Use of Support Services is governed by the Microsoft policies and programs described in the user manual, in “online” documentation, and/or other Microsoft-provided materials. Any supplemental software code provided to You as a part of Support Services shall be considered part of the SOFTWARE and subject to the terms of this EULA.
LIMITED WARRANTY A. WARRANTIES. Express Warranty. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty, Microsoft warrants that under normal use and service on the day You receive and for the next 90 days for the SOFTWARE and the next two (2) years for the Hardware Device (the “Warranty Period”), that the SOFTWARE and Hardware Device will substantially conform with the accompanying packaging and documentation. Implied Warranty.
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Résiliation. Sans porter préjudice à d’autres droits, Microsoft peut révoquer les droits que le présent CLUF vous confère si vous omettez de vous conformer aux modalités du présent CLUF. Dans ce cas, vous devrez détruire toutes les copies du LOGICIEL et la totalité de ses composants. O Marques de commerce. Le présent CLUF ne vous confère aucun droit à l’égard des marques de commerce ou des marques de service de Microsoft ou de ses fournisseurs. O Services de soutien.
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glossary This glossary contains common terms for wired and wireless networking. There is a more complete list of terms in Broadband Network Utility Help. 802.11b A wireless networking standard that transmits wireless data at speeds up to 11 megabits per second (Mbps). 802.11g A wireless networking standard that transmits wireless data at speeds up to 54 megabits per second (Mbps). access point ad hoc network adapter bandwidth base station bridge broadband connection See “wireless access point.
computer-tocomputer network crossover cable DHCP See “Ethernet cable.” Acronym for “Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol.” DHCP is an Internet protocol that automatically assigns temporary Internet Protocol (IP) addresses to computers. DMZ See “virtual DMZ.” DNS Acronym for “Domain Name System.” A data query service used on the Internet for translating host names, such as www.microsoft.com, into Internet addresses that can be understood by computers.
hub A device that has multiple ports and that serves as a connection point for Ethernet cables on a network. When data arrives at the hub from one computer, it is copied to the other ports to be transmitted to other computers. Unlike the more “intelligent” switch and router, the hub does not direct or control data flow.
network adapter NIC packet PC Card PCI PCMCIA A computer circuit board, card, or other device used to provide network access from a computer to other parts of the network – for example, to another computer, a printer, or a base station (gateway or router). Adapters can be installed inside a computer, inserted into a computer’s expansion slots, or connected to a computer’s ports. Acronym for “Network Interface Card.
PPPoE Acronym for “Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet.” A specification for connecting users on a network to the Internet by using a broadband connection (typically through a DSL modem). protocol A set of rules and conventions for sending information over a network. These rules govern the content, format, timing, sequencing, and error control of messages exchanged among network devices.
UPnP USB USB port virtual DMZ Acronym for “universal serial bus.” A hardware standard for easily connecting peripherals to a computer system. USB supports Plug and Play and UPnP installation, so devices can be connected and disconnected without shutting down and restarting your computer. A rectangular slot in a computer or computer peripheral into which a USB connector is inserted. USB ports can be high-powered or lowpowered.
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positioning, 5 settings, 10 setup, 7 specifications, 44 system requirements, 45 viruses, preventing, 23 warranty, 48 Web sites, support, 42 weight specifications, 44 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) about, 24 settings, 41 Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), 41 Windows XP issues, 27 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) about, 24 settings, 41 wireless network name (SSID), 41 wireless networks Internet access, troubleshooting, 27 joining, 20 modes, 3 Wireless Notebook Adapter components included, 1 connecting, 9 indicator l
Caution My Network Settings For use with UL Listed, CSA and GS approved personal computers. Use this page to record your network settings. Not intended for use in machinery, medical or industrial applications. Workgroup or domain name: ______________________________________ Do not use onboard an aircraft or in hazardous locations such as a gas station or other explosive environment. Base Station password: __________________________________________ (Default=admin) For indoor use only.
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