LA-5030 & LA-5033 Wireless Networker PC Card & PCI Adapter User Guide
LA-5030 & LA-5033 Wireless Networker PC Card & PCI Adapter User Guide 72E-67970-01 Revision A May 2004
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Contents About This Guide Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Service Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii Contacting Symbol Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
iv LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide LA-5033 PCI Adapter and LA-5030 PC Card LED Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WPA-PSK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Draft IEEE 802.11h Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rogue AP Detection . . . . . . .
v Configuration Utility Task Tray Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2 Status Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 WLAN Profiles Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6 Find WLANs Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-13 Advanced Page . . . . . . .
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About This Guide Introduction The LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide provides general instructions for installing and configuring the adapter in the Windows 2000 and XP operating systems for use with either the Symbol supplied Configuration Utility of the Windows supplied Zero Config utility.
viii LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide • • Sequential lists (those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists. Icons indicate notes, cautions and warnings. Before working on any equipment, be aware of the hazards associated with its installation and use. Also, become familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.he following icons are used in this document: Indicates tips, hints and special requirements. Care is required.
ix Contacting Symbol Support For service information, warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the Symbol Support Center in: United States Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742-1300 1-800-653-5350 Canada Symbol Technologies Canada, Inc.
x LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide Germany/Deutchland Symbol Technologies GmbH Waldstrasse 66 D-63128 Dietzenbach, Germany 6074-49020 (Inside Germany) +49-6074-49020 (Outside Germany) Italy/Italia Symbol Technologies Italia S.R.L. Via Cristoforo Columbo, 49 20090 Trezzano S/N Navigilo Milano, Italy 2-484441 (Inside Italy) +39-02-484441 (Outside Italy) Latin America Sales Support 2730 University Dr.
xi Sweden/Sverige “Letter” address: Symbol Technologies AB Box 1354 S-171 26 SOLNA Sweden Visit/shipping address: Symbol Technologies AB Solna Strandväg 78 S-171 54 SOLNA Sweden Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail: Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com If you purchased a Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for service.
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Introduction The Wireless Networker LA-5030 PC Card and LA-5033 PCI Adapter allow PC Card slot and PCI slot equipped devices to connect to a Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a, b or g wireless local area network (LAN), or communicate directly with other mobile devices enabled for wireless LAN connectivity. • • • • LA-5030 and LA-5033 adapters support the IEEE 802.11a, b, g, and a WiFi compliance specifications.
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About the PC Card & PCI Adapter Use the LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter to connect to a Symbol wireless network. Features Include: • • • • • • • • Operating mode options for access point or peer-to-peer associations Low-power operation for battery-powered devices with PC Card slots Standard NDIS (Network Driver Interface Specification) drivers Windows 2000 and XP operating system support WEP, WPA-PSK, 802.1x, EAP security Power management.
2-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 2.1 Installation Prerequisites Keep the adapter serial number in a safe place. The Support Center uses the information to reference warranty and service contract data. Verify the model indicated on the adapter before use. Contact the Symbol Support Center if an item is missing or not functioning. Refer to Appendix C for Customer Support contact information. Avoid exposing the adapter to liquids or abrasive materials. 2.1.
About the PC Card & PCI Adapter To comply with FCC and Industry Canada exposure requirements, this hand-held device is approved for operation near a user's hand when there is 20 cm or more between the antenna and the user's body. 2.2 Operating Modes The Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility installs with the Windows driver.
2-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 2.3 54Mbps Operation and Frequency Bands The LA-5033 PCI adapter and LA-5030 PC Card support a maximum 54Mbps data rate. The adapter automatically shifts data rates when unable to maintain a high quality connection at 54Mbps. When the WLAN adapter detects improved signal strength, it shifts to an increased data rate (up to the maximum 54Mbps). Different data rate and modulation requirements exist in different bands (standards). IEEE 802.
About the PC Card & PCI Adapter USA Frequency Band European Frequency Band Japan Frequency Band 5.15 - 5.25 GHz 5.15 - 5.35 GHz 4.90 - 5.0 GHz 5.25 - 5.35 GHz 5.47 - 5.725 GHz 5.15 - 5.25 GHz 5.725 - 5.825 GHz Several factors can dynamically alter adapter data rate: • • • signal strength between the access point and adapter the ratio of good transmitted packets vs attempted packets transmitted, but not received the MU finds a higher transmit rate with another AP.
2-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 2.4 Power Management The LA-5033 PCI adapter and LA-5030 PC Card have flexible power saving mechanisms using the Advanced Page within the Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility. There are three power saving modes: • • • Disabled - The device does not conserve power Maximum - The device conserves as much power as possible Dynamic - The device constantly switches between power-saving and awake states. 2.
About the PC Card & PCI Adapter 2.6 Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security standard for systems operating with a Wi-Fi certified wireless connection. WPA is an upgrade from WEP (a security standard quickly becoming outdated). Compared to WEP, WPA provides superior data encryption and user authentication.
2-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide By adding the TPC and DCS functionality, the LA-5033 PCI adapter and LA-5030 PC Card minimize interference to broadcasts and other systems. 2.8 Rogue AP Detection The LA-5033 PCI adapter and LA-5030 PC Card can interoperate with the Symbol AP-4131 access point to detect other devices operating within its coverage area by transmitting beacons and receiving probe responses through a wired Ethernet connection.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations The installation of the LA-5033 PCI adapter requires the physical installation of the adapter, the device driver and the Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility. If there is a version of the LA-5033 Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility and driver in the computer, remove it. Select Start->Programs->Symbol Wireless Networker->Uninstall to remove the Configuration Utility and driver simultaneously.
3-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 3.1 Windows 2000 Configuration Utility and Driver Installation To install the Configuration Utility and driver in Windows 2000: 1. Ensure the previously installed Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility and driver have been removed (if necessary). 2. Download the driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html).
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver and configuration utility checkbox. Click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11a/g Installer window displays. 7. Click Next to continue the Windows 2000 driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility installation.
3-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Select Hardware window displays.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations 9. Select Symbol LA-5033 PCI Adapter. Click Next.
3-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A Choose Destination Location window displays prompting the user to confirm the destination folder for the application software. 10. Click Next to continue, or click Browse to specify a different location for the software. The InstallShield Wizard begins installing the Configuration Utility and driver. 11. Click Finish to complete the Configuration Utility and driver installation.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations 16. Take the antenna with extended cable pass through the bracket hole first and secure it on the cradle. The user can select a best position for the cradle. 17. Align the adapter with the slot and insert firmly. Verify the adapter seats in the slot evenly. 18. Secure the adapter to the chassis with a retaining screw. 19. Replace the computer cover. 20. Power on the desktop computer. The Windows Found New Hardware window displays.
3-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 3.2 Installing the LA-5033 PCI Adapter and Driver for use with Windows 2000 Zero Config Use the Windows 2000 Zero Config utility as the adapter management tool if using the LA- 5033 PCI adapter without the Symbol Configuration Utility or if using a 3rd party software supplicant. The Symbol Configuration Utility does not function properly while 3rd party software supplicants are loaded on the system.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver only checkbox. Click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11ag driver - InstallShield Wizard displays.
3-10 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 7. Click Next to continue the Windows 2000 driver installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations A Ready to Install the Program window displays. 9. Click Install. An InstallShield Wizard Complete window displays. 10. Click Finish to complete the driver installation. Ensure the system is powered off before removing the computer cover to reduce the risk of electric shock. 11. 12. 13. 14. Power off the computer before installing the PCI adapter. Remove the computer cover. Locate an available PCI slot in the computer.
3-12 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 15. Take the antenna with extended cable pass through the bracket hole first and secure it on the cradle. The user can select a best position for the cradle. 16. Align the adapter with the slot and insert firmly. Verify the adapter seats in the slot evenly. 17. Secure the adapter to the chassis with a retaining screw. 18. Replace the computer cover. 19. Power on the desktop computer. The Windows Found New Hardware window displays.
Windows 2000 PCI Adapter Installations 3.3 Removing the PCI Adapter Driver in Windows 2000 If an existing version of the LA-5033 driver exists in the system, remove it and install the latest version from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html). If the LA-5033 PCI Adapter driver and software package was downloaded and launched from the Symbol Web site, the user is required to remove the driver from the system and begin the installation over.
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Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 4.1 Installing the LA-5033 PCI Adapter Driver and Configuration Utility in Windows XP Installing the LA-5033 driver in Windows XP requires the user to replace the Symbol LA-5033 driver provided by the Windows XP operating system with a newer version of the driver downloaded from the Symbol Website. If there is a version of the LA-5033 Symbol Wireless Networker 802.
4-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide To install the Configuration Utility and driver in Windows XP: 1. Ensure the previously installed Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility and driver has been removed (if necessary). 2. Download the driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html).
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver and configuration utility checkbox. Click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11a/g Installer window displays. 7. Click Next to continue the Windows XP driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility installation.
4-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Select Hardware window displays.
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 9. Select Symbol LA-5033 PCI Adapter. Click Next. A Choose Destination Location window displays prompting the user to confirm the destination folder for the application software.
4-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 10. Click Next to continue, or click Browse to specify a different location for the software. The InstallShield Wizard begins installing the Configuration Utility and driver. 11. Click Finish to complete the Configuration Utility and driver installation. Ensure the system is powered off before removing the computer cover to reduce the risk of electric shock. 12. 13. 14. 15. Power off the computer before installing the PCI adapter.
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 16. Take the antenna with extended cable pass through the bracket hole first and secure it on the cradle. The user can select a best position for the cradle. 17. Align the adapter with the slot and insert firmly. Verify the adapter seats in the slot evenly. 18. Secure the adapter to the chassis with a retaining screw. 19. Replace the computer cover. 20. Power on the desktop computer. The system detects the new hardware. 21.
4-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 4.2 Installing the Driver in Windows XP For Use With the Zero Config Utility Windows XP PCI driver only installations require the physical installation of the PCI adapter and the installation of the device driver. Use the Windows XP Zero Config utility as the adapter management tool if using the Symbol PCI adapter without the Symbol Configuration Utility or if using a 3rd party software supplicant.
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver only checkbox. Click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11a/g driver Installer window displays.
4-10 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 7. Click Next to continue the Windows XP driver installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Ready to Install the Program window displays.
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 9. Click Install. 10. Click Finish to complete the driver installation. 11. Power off the computer before installing the PCI adapter. Ensure the system is powered off before removing the computer cover to reduce the risk of electric shock. 12. Remove the computer cover. 13. Locate an available PCI slot in the computer. 14. Remove the retaining screw and bracket for the slot.
4-12 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 15. Take the antenna with extended cable pass through the bracket hole first and secure it on the cradle. The user can select a best position for the cradle. 16. Align the adapter with the slot and insert firmly. Verify the adapter seats in the slot evenly. 17. Secure the adapter to the chassis with a retaining screw. 18. Replace the computer cover. 19. Power on the desktop computer. The system detects the new hardware. 20.
Windows XP PCI Adapter Installations 4.3 Removing the PCI Adapter Driver in Windows XP If an existing version of the LA-5033 driver exists in the system, remove it and install the latest version from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html). If the LA-5033 PCI Adapter driver and software package was downloaded and launched from the Symbol Web site, the user is required to remove the driver from the system and begin the installation over.
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Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations Symbol supports two different install options for the LA-5030 PC Card in Windows 2000. Use the adapter with the Symbol driver and recommended Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility for optimal feature availability. Refer to Installing the LA-5030 PC Card Driver and Configuration Utility in Windows 2000 on page 5-2 for installation information. Go to (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.
5-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 5.1 Installing the LA-5030 PC Card Driver and Configuration Utility in Windows 2000 If there is a version of the LA-5030 Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility and driver in the computer, remove it from the system. Select Start->Program->Symbol Wireless Networker->Uninstall to remove the Configuration Utility and driver simultaneously.
Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. 6. Select the Install device driver and configuration utility checkbox and click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Installer window displays.
5-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 7. Click Next to continue with the driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Select Hardware window displays.
Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations 9. Select Symbol LA-5030 Cardbus Adapter. Click Next.
5-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A Choose Destination Location window displays prompting the user to confirm the destination folder for the application software. 10. Click Next to continue, or click Browse to specify a different location for the software. The InstallShield Wizard begins installing the Configuration Utility and driver. 11. Click Finish to complete the Configuration Utility and driver installation. 12. Align the card properly before inserting it in the slot.
Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations Once the driver has been installed successfully, the link LED on the PC card illuminates. The Unplug or Eject Hardware icon and the Configuration Utility icon display in the task tray. Double-click on the Configuration Utility icon to display the utility. Select the Find WLANs tab and select the network ESSID best suited to the signal strength and interoperability requirements of the adapter and network.
5-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 5.2 Installing the Driver in Windows 2000 For Use With the Zero Config Utility Use the Windows 2000 Zero Config utility as the PC Card management tool if using the Wireless Networker LA-5030 PC Card without the Symbol Configuration Utility or if using a 3rd party software supplicant. The Symbol Configuration Utility does not function properly while 3rd party software supplicants are loaded on the system.
Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver only checkbox and click OK.
5-10 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11ag driver - InstallShield Wizard displays. 7. Click Next to continue with the Windows 2000 driver installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Ready to Install the Program window displays.
Windows 2000 LA-5030 PC Card Installations 9. Click Install. An InstallShield Wizard Complete window displays. 10. Click Finish to complete the driver installation. 11. Align the card properly before putting it in the slot. Insert the card firmly without forcing until it seats snugly. The Windows Found New Hardware window displays. The system detects the new hardware and installs the drivers automatically. Once the driver has been installed successfully, the link LED on the PC card illuminates.
5-12 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 5.3 Removing the PC Card Driver in Windows 2000 If an existing version of the LA-5030 driver exists in the system, remove it and install the latest version from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html). To remove a LA-5030 driver from the system in Windows 2000: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start and select Control Panel. Select System and click on the Hardware tab. Click the Device Manager button.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations Symbol supports two different install options for the LA-5030 adapter in Windows XP. Use the adapter with the Symbol driver and recommended Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility for optimal feature availability. This installation option disables the user from using the Windows XP Zero Config utility or third party supplicants.
6-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 6.1 Installing the LA-5030 PC Card Driver and Configuration Utility in Windows XP Installing the LA-5030 driver in Windows XP requires the user to replace the Symbol LA-5030 driver provided by the Windows XP operating system with a newer version of the driver downloaded from the Symbol Web site. If there is a version of the LA-5030 Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility and driver in the computer, remove it.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. The Symbol Wireless Networker Setup Wizard displays. 6. Select the Install device driver and configuration utility checkbox and click OK. A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Installer window displays.
6-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 7. Click Next to continue with the driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Select Hardware window displays.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations 9. Select Symbol LA-5030 Cardbus Adapter. Click Next.
6-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A Choose Destination Location window displays prompting the user to confirm the destination folder for the application software. 10. Click Next to continue, or click Browse to specify a different location for the software. The InstallShield Wizard begins installing the Configuration Utility and driver. 11. Click Finish to complete the Configuration Utility and driver installation. 12. Align the card properly before putting it in the slot.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations 14. Click Finish to close the wizard and complete the installation. Once the driver has been installed successfully, the link LED on the PC card illuminates and the Configuration Utility icon displays in the task tray. Double-click on the Configuration Utility icon to display the utility. Select the Find WLANs tab and select the network ESSID best suited to the signal strength and interoperability requirements for the adapter and network.
6-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 6.2 Installing the Driver in Windows XP For Use With the Zero Config Utility Use the Windows XP Zero Config Utility as the PC Card management tool if using the LA-5030 PC Card without the Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility. If a version of the Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility resides on the system remove it. Select Start->Programs->Symbol Wireless Networker->Uninstall.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations 5. Select the Install Software option. 6. Select Install device driver only. Click OK.
6-10 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide A Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11a/g driver Installer window displays. 7. Click Next to continue the Windows XP driver installation. A License Agreement window displays. 8. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement. Click Next. A Ready to Install the Program window displays.
LA-5030 PC Card Windows XP Installations 9. Click Install. 10. Click Finish to complete the driver installation. 11. Align the card properly before putting it in the slot. Insert the card firmly without forcing until it seats snugly. The system detects the new hardware. 12. Click the Install the software automatically (Recommended) checkbox and click Next. The system installs the software. 13. Click Finish to close the wizard and complete the installation.
6-12 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter User Guide 6.3 Removing the PC Card Driver in Windows XP If an existing version of the LA-5030 driver exists in the system, remove it and install the latest version from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html). To remove a driver from the system in Windows XP: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start and select Control Panel. Select the Switch to Classic View Windows XP option. Select System and click on the Hardware tab.
Using the Configuration Utility A.1 Installing the Configuration Utility The Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility comes bundled with the adapter. The driver and Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility are available from the Symbol Web site at http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads/wn_abg_drivers.html. Use Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility to view and configure the adapter settings.
A-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter A.2 About the Configuration Utility Use the Configuration Utility to configure the Symbol Wireless Networker and monitor its connection status. Once installed, the Symbol Wireless Networker 802.11 a/g Configuration Utility starts automatically and appears as an icon in the task tray. The status icon changes in real-time to reflect the signal strength and availability of the adapter and the wireless network.
A-3 The Wireless Networker associates with a network device and the link quality is very good. The Wireless Networker associates with a network device and the link quality is good. The Wireless Networker associates with a network device and the link quality is fair. The Wireless Networker associates with a network device but the link quality is poor. The adapter can't build a wireless network. The Configuration Utility can't detect a wireless network device.
A-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter A.4 Status Page Double-click the Configuration Utility icon to display the Configuration Utility window. The window displays related information about the Status page. The Status page provides information about the current link between the adapter and its wireless network connection. The Status page is read only with no configurable parameters.
A-5 ESS ID - The Extended Service Set Identifier (ESSID) of the wireless network used by the adapter. Use the ESSID to determine the wireless network a wireless card can connect to. The name is casesensitive and cannot exceed 32 characters. Link Status - The current connection status of the card. There are two possibilities: • • Connected: The adapter has associated with a wireless network. Disconnected: The adapter has been inserted in the system, but has not associated with a wireless network.
A-6 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter Signal Quality - Signal Quality is a Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) indication displayed in percentage. It demonstrates how “noisy” the current environment is. A higher value indicates a better wireless environment. A.5 WLAN Profiles Page Use the WLAN Profile Page to configure the adapter and wireless network.
A-7 Profile Selection - The profile selection setting allows the user to save different configurations for different working environments. The default profile contains the configuration settings when the card is initially installed. Create a new profile by selecting the Create New button. An Input Dialog box displays prompting for the profile name. After a profile name is entered, make additional changes to the profile as required for its intended operating environment.
A-8 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter Encryption Type - Select the same encryption scheme used by the access point. Association Type - Includes Open and Shared mode. • • Open Mode: With this setting any station in the wireless network devices can associate with an Access Point to receive and to transmit data. Shared Mode: With this setting only stations using a shared key encryption identified by the Access Point are allowed to associate with it.
A-9 WEP keys are used for packet encryption. The Passphrase is used to save time. If a Passphrase is entered, the keys are generated in real time. ASCII - The user can configure the WEP key by selecting the checkbox of ASCII and types the WEP key in key 1-4 fields manually. Transmit Key - There are 4 WEP Keys available. Specify which key to use to encrypt the wireless packets by setting the Transmit Key. • • • • Key 1 - The 1st WEP key used for packet encryption.
A-10 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter WPA-PSK - WPA-PSK is another pre-shared key encryption method. In order to use this method, obtain the passphrase used by the target access point. Packets are encrypted based on the passphrase used. Encryption Type - TKIP and AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) are the encryption algorithms used on the packets Passphrase - Enter the same passphrase (8~63 characters) used on the target access point.
A-11 TLS - TLS requires a login name and a certificate issued by the target Radius server. The login name and the certificate allow the Radius server to authenticate user identity. The user can choose to authenticate the identity of the Radius server by selecting the Validate Server Certificate checkbox. TTLS - TTLS requires a login name, password and additional TTLS protocols. The TTLS protocol is required to match the one on the target Radius server.
A-12 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter Encryption Type - TKIP and AES are the encryption algorithms used on the packets Radius - Radius is similar to WPA-Radius authentication; however, the user is not required to perform WPA encryption. Click OK when finished to save the changes. Updates to WPA-Radius Configuration Dialog not saved before exiting the page are deleted and not available.
A-13 A.6 Find WLANs Page Use the Find WLANs page to display a list of access points and wireless adapters available to the wireless card. Click the scroll bar to right to extend the information for each AP.
A-14 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter • • • • • • • ESSID - The name of access point or wireless adapter. Signal - The signal is defined in percentages or dbm. Switch between these two units by right clicking on the column heading for Signal. Channel - The frequency the Access Point or wireless adapter uses Security - None, WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA. BSS Type - Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc Mode - The Mode is the maximum speed the AP can provide. MAC Address - Address of access point or wireless adapter.
A-15 A.7 Advanced Page Click the Advanced tab to display the network band, power consumption mode and country of operation information available to the adapter. Network Band - Click the pull-down menu to select Mixed, 2.4Ghz Band or 5Ghz Band. If Mixed is selected, it takes more time for the adapter to find wireless devices supporting both bands. When 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz is selected, the adapter only operates in those bands.
A-16 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter Power Saving Mode - There are 3 options: Disabled, Dynamic and Maximum. If selecting Disabled, the device does not conserve power. Select Maximum, to conserve as much power as possible. If Dynamic is selected, the device constantly switches between the power-saving state and awake state. 802.11d Support - 802.11d provides a means for communicating regulatory information among 802.11 stations.
A-17 A.8 Info Page The Info (information) page provides non-configurable adapter information. The page displays the product version including the driver version, utility version and firmware version. The hardware information includes board version, chipset and MAC address. The software details are helpful when updating the product driver and Configuration Utility or contacting the Symbol Customer Support when providing troubleshooting information.
A-18 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter
WLAN Adapter Specifications B.1 LA-5033 PCI Adapter Physical The LA-5033 PCI Adapter has the following specifications: Dimensions (less antenna) 121-mm(L) x122mm(W) x 18.5mm(H) Weight (with antenna) 203g Operating temperature 0 to 50 C Storage temperature 20 to 70 C Humidity 95% maximum non-condensing Altitude 2.
B-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter USer Guide Shock 20C~+80C/ 30minutes, 100cycles ESD meets CE-Mark B.2 LA-5030 PC Card Physical The LA-5030 PC Card has the following specifications: Dimensions 115-mm(L) x54mm(W) x 7.5mm(H) Weight (with antenna) 41g Operating temperature 0° to 50°C Storage temperature 20° to 70°C Humidity 95% maximum non-condensing Altitude 2.4k m(8000 feet)/4 hours (Operating) Shock 50G, 11 msec ½ sine, 3 shocks per side Vibration 10-70Hz/0.
B-3 B.3 Radio Frequency Range Country dependent. Typically 2412 MHz to 2484 MHz, 4.90GHz to 5.85GHz) Radio Data Rate 11Mbps 5.5 Mbps 2 Mbps 1 Mbps 54 Mbps 48 Mbps 36 Mbps 24 Mbps 18 Mbps 12 Mbps 9 Mbps Power Input 6 Mbps LA-5030 PC Card - 3.3V LA-5033 PCI Adapter - 5V Range Open environment 1000 ft (at 54Mbps). Typical office or retail environment 30 ft (at 54Mbps).
B-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter USer Guide TX Max. Radiated EIRP US: FCC part 15.247, Europe: ETS 300 328 Japan: RCR STD-31,33 TX Out-of-Band Emissions US: FCC part 15.247, 15.205, 15.
Customer Support Symbol Technologies provides its customers with prompt and accurate customer support. Use the Symbol Support Center as the primary contact for any technical problem, question or support issue involving Symbol products. If the Symbol Customer Support specialists cannot solve a problem, access to all technical disciplines within Symbol becomes available for further assistance and support.
C-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter North American Contacts Inside North America, contact Symbol by: Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742-1300 Telephone: 1-631-738-2400/1-800-SCAN 234 Fax: 1-631-738-5990 Symbol Support Center (for warranty and service information): telephone: 1-800-653-5350 fax: (631) 563-5410 Email: support@symbol.
C-3 Web Support Sites MySymbolCare http://www.symbol.com/services/msc Symbol Services Homepage http://symbol.com/services Symbol Software Updates http://symbol.com/services/downloads Symbol Developer Program http://software.symbol.com/devzone Additional Information Obtain additional information by contacting Symbol at: 1-800-722-6234, inside North America +1-631-738-5200, in/outside North America http://www.symbol.
C-4 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter
Troubleshooting D.1 LA-5033 PCI Adapter Troubleshooting Tips Use the tools provided by Windows 2000 and XP to diagnose problems. D.1.1 The MU cannot associate to the access point • • • If there is no network available using the default ESSID of 101 the task tray icon displays as unassociated. Select Start->Settings->Control Panel->System and display the System Properties window. Select the Hardware tab and Device Manager.
D-2 LA-5030 PC Card & LA-5033 PCI Adapter D.1.2 Degraded performance from the LA-5033 WLAN PCI adapter • Verify a secure antenna connection on the LA-5033 adapter. Verify the antennas remain attached to the LA-5033 adapter if Diversity is selected. D.1.3 Nonfunctioning Adapter LEDs • • Verify the Card Type parameter is set correctly. Verify that the adapter ESSID matches the ESSID of the AP. D.2 LA-5030 PC Card Troubleshooting Tips Use the tools provided by Windows 2000 and XP to diagnose problems D.
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