Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide With your wireless network card, you can access wireless networks, share files or printers, or even share your Internet connection. All of these features can be explored with a wireless network in your home or office. This wireless local area network (WLAN) solution is designed for both home and business use. Additional users and features can be added as your networking needs grow and change.
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Back to Contents Use Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Software: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Use Intel PROSet/Wireless as your Wireless Manager Start Intel PROSet/Wireless Start Intel PROSet/Wireless from the Taskbar ❍ Taskbar Icons ❍ Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts Intel PROSet/Wireless Main Window ❍ Wireless Networks List ❍ Connection Status Icons ❍ Network Properties ❍ Connection Details ❍ Profiles List Intel PROSet/Wireless Menus Tools Menu ❍ Application S
to manage your network profiles. Start Intel PROSet/Wireless To start Intel PROSet/Wireless use one of the following methods: ● ● ● Click Start > Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel PROSet Wireless. Right-click the Taskbar icon located in the lower right corner of your Windows Desktop to open the Taskbar menu. Click Open Intel PROSet/Wireless. Double-click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet/Wireless.
Wireless Off radio on or off. Refer to your computer manufacturer's documentation for more information about this switch. 802.11a Radio Off This option is available only for wireless adapters that support 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g. Select to turn off the 802.11a radio. NOTE: This setting is unavailable unless it is set in the Administrator Tool or if your adapter is an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection.
The Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts provide feedback and interaction. To display Tool Tips, move your mouse pointer over the icon. Desktop alerts are displayed when your wireless network changes state. For example, if you are out of range of any wireless networks, a desktop alert is displayed when you come into range. Select Show Information Notifications in the Application Settings to enable desktop alerts. Tool Tips Tool tips display when the mouse pointer rolls over the icon.
Intel PROSet/Wireless Main Window The Intel PROSet/Wireless Main Window allows you to: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● View the current connection status (signal quality, speed and current network name). Scan for available wireless networks. Manage profiles. Auto-connect profiles to available networks in a specific order defined in the Profile list. Connect to Infrastructure and Device to Device (ad hoc) networks. Configure adapter settings. Troubleshoot wireless connection problems.
Use the Intel PROSet/Wireless to: ● ● ● ● ● ● View the current connection status (signal quality, speed and current network name). Scan for available wireless networks. Manage profiles. Auto-connect profiles to available networks in a specific order defined in the Profiles list. Connect to infrastructure and ad hoc networks. Configure adapter power settings.
Signal Quality The signal quality icon bars indicate the quality of the transmit and receive signals between your wireless adapter and the nearest access point or computer in Device to Device (ad hoc) mode. The number of vertical green bars indicates the strength of the transmit and receive signals. The signal quality ranges from excellent to out of range. The following factors affect signal quality: ● ● ● Properties Signal quality decreases with distance and is affected by metal and concrete barriers.
Click the Properties button on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window to display the security settings for the wireless adapter. You can also add profiles to be excluded from automatic connection. If network exclusion is enabled (see Application Settings) then the Network Properties also indicates if the network is excluded from automatic connection. Network Properties details Name Description Network Name Displays the wireless network name. Band Current band and frequency being used.
Access Points in this Network (0-50) ● ● ● ● Signal Strength: The Signal strength icon bars indicate the strength of the transmit and receive signals between your wireless adapter and the nearest access point. Displays one of the following icons: . Indicates the band being used (802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g). Channel: Displays the current transmit and receive channel being used for a particular wireless network.
Signal Quality A radio frequency (RF) signal can be assessed by two components: ● ● signal strength (quantity) signal quality The quality of the signal is determined by a combination of factors. Primarily it is composed of signal strength and the ratio of the RF noise present. RF noise occurs both naturally and artificially by electrical equipment. If the amount of the RF noise is high, or the signal strength is low, it results in a lower signal to noise ratio which causes poorer signal quality.
Repair Renews the IP Address. If you have trouble accessing the network, verify if the IP address is valid. If it is 0.0.0.0 or 169.x.x.x, then it is probably not valid. If your network is setup for automatic network address assignment, then click Repair and request a new IP address. Close Closes the page. Help? Provides help information for this page. Profile Management The Profiles List displays the current user profiles in the order that they are to be applied.
Close Closes the profile management window. Intel PROSet/Wireless Menus Use the File, Tools, Advanced, Profiles and Help menus to configure your network settings. Name Description File Exit: Close the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. Use one of these options to start the Intel PROSet/Wireless Software: ● ● ● Tools Click Start > Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel PROSet Wireless.
Profiles Manage Profiles: Select to create or edit profiles. Use Ctrl+R from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature. Manage Exclusions: Select to exclude networks from automatic connection. Refer to Manage Exclusions for more information. Use Ctrl+M from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature. Help Intel PROSet/Wireless Help: Starts the online help. Use F1 from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature.
Application Settings Description Name Description Adapter Lists the network adapter that are currently available. It may be either an Intel(R) PRO/ Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection, an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection, an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or, an Intel(R) PRO/ Wireless 2200BG Network Connection. Advanced Settings: The following settings control how Intel PROSet/Wireless behaves and displays information.
Auto Connect Connect to available network using profiles only: (Default) Connect the wireless adapter to an available network with a matching profile from the Profiles List. If no matching profile is found, you are notified (see Notifications). The wireless device remains disconnected until a matching profile is found or you configure a new matching profile.
Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is an application that can help you resolve wireless network connection issues. When a connection issue is detected, a desktop alert appears at the bottom right corner of your desktop. Once you click the desktop alert, a diagnostic message displays the recommended steps to resolve the connection problem. For example, if a connection problem occurred because of an invalid password, the Profile Wizard application is launched when you click a displayed hyperlink.
Enable Notification Select to enable the alert notifications. Available Help Date Time error message: ● ● ● Description of error. Link to resolve error (if available). See Resolve Errors for more information. Link to recommended steps to resolve error. Administrator Tool (Tools menu) The Administrator tool is for administrators or the person who has administrator privileges on this computer.
The Adapter Settings displays the device properties for the wireless adapter installed on your computer. It may be either an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection, an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or, an Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection. Adapter Settings Description Name Description Ad Hoc Channel Unless the other computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel from the default channel, there is no need to change the channel.
Ad Hoc QoS Mode Quality of Service (QoS) control in ad hoc networks. QoS provides prioritization of traffic from the access point over a wireless LAN based on traffic classification. WMM (Wifi MultiMedia) is the QoS certification of the Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA). When WMM is enabled, the adapter uses WMM to support priority tagging and queuing capabilities for Wi-Fi networks. ● ● WMM Enabled.
NOTE: This setting takes effect when either Infrastructure or Ad hoc mode is used. Wireless Mode Select which band to use for connection to a wireless network: ● ● ● ● ● ● 802.11a only: Connect the wireless adapter to 802.11a networks only 802.11b only: Connect the wireless adapter to 802.11b networks only 802.11g only: Connect the wireless adapter to 802.11g networks only. 802.11a and 802.11g only: Connect the wireless adapter to 802.11a and 802.11g networks only. 802.11b and 802.
● ● its data rate. Poor channel quality: The quality of the channel is low and caused the adapter to look for another access point. AP dropped mobile unit: The access point dropped a computer from the list of recognizable mobile devices. The computer must re-associate with an access point. Miscellaneous: Use this information to determine if an association with a different access point increases performance and helps maintain the highest possible data rate.
The Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration feature provides a built-in wireless configuration utility. This feature can be enabled and disabled within Intel PROSet/Wireless. Click Use Windows to manage Wi-Fi on the Advanced menu or the Taskbar menu. If Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration is enabled, the features in Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless are disabled.
Exclude List Management ● ● ● ● ● Network Name: Name (SSID) of the wireless network. Radio: Displays the band if there is a DHCP error. MAC Address: The Ethernet MAC address of the device. Reason: Explains why this entry was excluded from automatic connection. Details: Provides specific information on how the access point was excluded and how to remove it from exclusion. This network has been excluded from automatic connection for the following reasons. -User has excluded this network manually.
manufacturer for more information about this switch. If you have Intel PROSet/Wireless installed, the current state of the radio displays in the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window and on the Taskbar. Use Intel PROSet/Wireless to Switch the Radio On or Off From Intel PROSet/Wireless, the radio can be switched on or off. The status icon on Intel PROSet/Wireless displays the current state of the radio. From the Intel PROSet/Wireless main Window, click Wireless On or Wireless Off to toggle the radio on or off.
NOTE: If you plan to use Novell(R) Client(TM) for Windows, it should be installed prior to installation of the Intel PROSet/Wireless software. If Intel PROSet/Wireless is already installed, you should remove it prior to installation of Novell Client for Windows. To install the software: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Insert the Installation CD in your CD drive. Click Install Software on the Intel PROSet/Wireless Installer screen. Read the license agreement. Select I accept the terms in the license agreement.
● Not Install: Select This feature will not be available. A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed. WMI Support: Wireless Management Instrumentation functionality allows administrators who do not have Intel PROSet/Wireless installed to manage remotely clients that do have Intel PROSet/Wireless installed. ● ● Install: Click WMI Support. Select Install this feature and all subfeatures. Proceed to step 8. Not install: Click This feature will not be available.
Uninstall Intel PROSet/Wireless Software To uninstall Intel PROSet/Wireless: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Click Intel PROSet/Wireless Software. Click Change/Remove. Click Remove. Click Next. You are asked what you would like to do with your current profiles and settings: You have chosen to completely remove the Intel PROSet/Wireless software. Select what to do with your current profiles and settings. ● ● ● Do not save my profiles and settings.
Back to Contents Connect to a Network: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● Connect to a wireless network First Time Connection Other Wireless Managers Connect to a wireless network You can connect to a wireless network with one of the following methods. ● ● ● ● Automatic Connection: If an existing profile matches an available network, you are automatically connected to that wireless network.
alert notifies you that you are connected to the network. Refer to Intel PROSet/ Wireless Main Window and Taskbar for more information about the taskbar menu and icons. If you need to add security authentication: 1. The Profile Wizard opens and guides you through the configuration process. 2. Specify a Profile Name. The Profile Name is your name for this network. It can be anything that helps you identify this network. For example, My Home Network, Coffee Shop on A Street. 3. Click Next.
In addition to the Taskbar icon, Intel PROSet/Wireless also displays connection status and available networks. Refer to Intel PROSet/Wireless Main Window for more information. Other Wireless Managers If the Intel PROSet/Wireless detects another software application trying to communicate with the wireless device, you are notified of this behavior.
Configuration, you can switch back to Intel PROSet/Wireless. Click Enable Intel PROSet/ Wireless on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. To enable Intel PROSet/Wireless as your wireless manager, click Use Intel PROSet/ Wireless to manage Wi-Fi from the Taskbar menu.
If you use software provided by a hotspot location (coffee shop, airport terminal), Intel PROSet/Wireless notifies you and then disables itself. It cannot manage the wireless device when another wireless manager communicates with the wireless device. To take advantage of the Intel PROSet/Wireless features, you want to disable or remove this software when you leave the hotspot.
Back to Contents Profile Management: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● What is a Profile? Profiles List Profiles List icons Connect to a Profile Create a New Profile Edit an Existing Profile Remove a Profile Set a Profile Password Export and Import Profiles What is a Profile? A profile is a saved group of network settings. Profiles are displayed in the Profile List. Profiles are useful when moving from one wireless network to another.
Profile List Priority Arrows ● ● Use the up-arrow to move the position of a selected profile up in the profiles list. Use the down-arrow to move the position of a selected profile down in the profiles list. Profiles List Icons The network profile status icons indicate if the adapter is associated with a network, the type of operating mode being used, and if security encryption is enabled. These icons display next to the profile name in the profile list.
Blue circle: The wireless adapter is associated with an access point or computer (Ad hoc mode). If a profile has 802.1x security enabled, this indicates that the wireless adapter is associated and authenticated. Indicates Network (Infrastructure) mode. Indicates Device to Device (ad hoc) mode. Indicates an Administrator profile. The wireless network uses Security encryption. Arrows Use the arrows to position profiles in a preferred order for auto-connection.
Create a New Profile Select a network from the Wireless Networks list. Click Connect. The Create Wireless Profile Wizard guides you through the necessary steps to create a profile and connect to the network. During this process, the Wizard attempts to detect the appropriate security settings for you. To create a new profile and connect to a wireless network: 1. From the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window, click Profiles. 2. On the Profiles page, click Add to open the Profile Wizard General Settings. 3.
Name Description Profile Name Name of the wireless network profile. When you configure a wireless network that was selected from the Wireless Networks list, the profile name is the same as the Wireless Network Name (SSID). This name can be changed to be more descriptive or customized for your personal use. Examples: My Office Network, Bob’s Home Network, ABC Company Network Wireless Network Name (SSID) Name of the wireless network access point used by the wireless adapter for connection.
Advanced Settings Description Name Description Auto Connect Automatic (Default): Select to have Intel PROSet/Wireless automatically connect to this profile when it is in range. On Demand: Select to prevent automatic connection of a profile when the network is in range. For example, if there is a cost for a wireless connection and you did not want to connect automatically when in range. To connect to the network: 1. Select the network from the Wireless Networks list 2. Click Connect.
Mandatory Access Point Mandatory Access Point: Forces the wireless adapter to connect to an access point that uses a specific MAC address. Type the MAC address of the access point (BSSID); 48-bit 12 hexadecimal digits. For example, 00:06:25:0E:9D:84. This feature is not available when ad hoc operating mode is used. Clear: Clear current address. Password Protection Start Application 1. Password protect this profile (max. 10 characters): Select to enable a password for the profile.
6. Select the Network Authentication and Data Encryption options. Enter the encryption key settings and configure the 802.1x settings as required. Refer to Security Settings for more information.
7. Click OK when you have completed the profile settings. The Profile Wizard ends and you are returned to the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. To change or verify the profile settings, click Back. 8. If you are not currently connected to a network, Intel PROSet/Wireless detects that a new profile has been added and automatically attempts to connect to this new profile. 9. If you want to manually connect to this profile, click Connect. The connection icon displays the current connection status.
3. Click Properties to open the General Settings. 4. Click Next and Back to navigate through the General and Security Settings: ❍ General Settings. Refer to General Settings for more information. ❍ Security Settings. Refer to Security Settings for more information. 5. Click OK to save the current settings and exit. Click Cancel to exit without saving changes. Remove a Profile To remove a profile: 1. Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. 2. Select the profile from the list. 3.
NOTE: To export Administrator profiles, refer to Administrator Packages for more information. Export Profiles from the Profiles List 1. Select individual or multiple profiles from the list. 2. Select Export to export one or more profiles from the Profiles list. 3. Select the destination folder. Click Browse to search your hard disk for the destination directory. The C:\ drive is the default directory. 4. Click OK to export the selected profile.
To select multiple profiles: 1. Use your mouse to highlight a profile. 2. Press Ctrl. 3. Click each profile that you want selected. Follow the instructions from Step 2 above to export multiple profiles. Import Profiles into the Profiles List To import profiles manually: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Import on the Profiles page. Select the profile files to import. Click Import. You are notified that the profile has been successfully imported. Click OK.
Back to Contents Set Up Profile Security: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Use Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Software Personal Security Personal Security Settings Set up Data Encryption and Authentication ● ● Configure ❍ Set ❍ Set Configure ❍ Set ❍ Set ❍ Set ❍ Set Profiles for Device to Device (Ad Hoc) Networks up a Client with Open Authentication and No Data Encryption (None) up a Client with WEP 64-bit or WEP 128-bit Data Encryption Profiles for Infrastructure Networks up a Clie
your access point (for home users). Refer to Enterprise Security. For general information about security settings, refer to Security Overview. Personal Security Use Personal Security if you are a home or small business user who can use a variety of simple security procedures to protect your wireless connection. Select from the list of security settings that do not require extensive infrastructure setup for your wireless network. A RADIUS or AAA server is not required.
Advanced Select to access the Advanced Settings to configure the following options: ● ● ● ● ● Auto-Connect: Select to automatically or manually connect to a profile. Auto-Import this profile (for network administrators only). Password Protection: Select to password protect a profile. Mandatory Access Point: Select to associate the wireless adapter with a specific access point. Start application: Specify a program to be started when a wireless connection is made.
Hex key (128-bit): Enter 26 hexadecimal characters, 0-9, A-F. With 802.11, a wireless station can be configured with up to four keys (the key index values are 1, 2, 3, and 4). When an access point or a wireless station transmits an encrypted message that uses a key stored in a specific key index, the transmitted message indicates the key index that was used to encrypt the message body.
1. On the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window, double-click a Device to Device (ad hoc) network in the Wireless Networks list or select the network and click Connect. When connected, a profile is added to the Profiles list. NOTE: Device to Device (ad hoc) networks are identified with a notebook image ( Wireless Networks and Profiles list. ) in the 2. Click Profiles to access the Profiles list. Select the network that you connected to in Step 1. 3.
NOTE: Infrastructure networks are identified with an access point image ( Profiles list. ) in the Wireless Networks and Set up a Client with WEP 64-bit or WEP 128-bit Data Encryption When WEP data encryption is enabled, a network key or password is used for encryption.
Set up a Client with WPA-Personal (TKIP) or WPA2-Personal (TKIP) Security Settings WPA Personal Mode requires manual configuration of a pre-shared key (PSK) on the access point and clients. This PSK authenticates users a password or identifying code, on both the client station and the access point. An authentication server is not needed. WPA Personal Mode is targeted to home and small business environments.
4. Security Settings: Select WPA-Personal (AES-CCMP) to provide this level of security in the small network or home environment. It uses a password also called a pre-shared key (PSK). The longer the password, the stronger the security of the wireless network. AES-CCMP (Advanced Encryption Standard - Counter CBC-MAC Protocol) is the new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802.11i standard. AES-CCMP provides a stronger encryption method than TKIP.
Name Setting Enterprise Security Select to open the Enterprise Security settings. The security settings that are available are dependent on the Operating Mode selected: Device to Device (ad hoc) or Network (Infrastructure). Network Authentication If you configure a Device to Device (ad hoc) profile, the default is Open authentication. If you configure an Infrastructure profile, select: ● ● ● ● Data Encryption ● ● ● ● ● Open authentication: Any wireless station can request authentication.
Next View the next page in the Profile Wizard. If more security information is required then the next Step of the Security page is displayed. OK Closes the Profile Wizard and saves the profile. Cancel Closes the Profile Wizard and cancels any changes made. Help? Provides the help information for the current page.
3. 4. 5. 6. Wireless Network Name (SSID): Enter the network identifier. Profile Name: Enter a descriptive profile name. Operating Mode: Click Device to Device (ad hoc).
7. Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings. 8. Network Authentication: Open (Selected). When Open authentication is used, any wireless station can request authentication. The station that needs to authenticate with another wireless station sends an authentication management frame that contains the identity of the sending station. T he receiving station grants any request for authentication. Open authentication allows any device network access.
2. Select a Device to Device (ad hoc) network in the Wireless Networks list. Click Connect. The Intel PROSet/ Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter. NOTE: Device to Device (ad hoc) networks are identified with a notebook image ( Wireless Networks and Profiles list. ) in the 3. If Data Encryption is required, you may select WEP. You are asked to select either a 64-bit or 128-bit encryption level Security Password (Encryption Key) and a Key Index.
An infrastructure network consists of one or more access points and one or more computers with wireless adapters installed. Each access point must have a wired connection to a wireless network. Set up a Client with No Authentication or Data Encryption (None) On the Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless main page, select one of the following methods to connect to an Infrastructure network: ● ● Double-click an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list.
8. Network Authentication: Select Shared. Shared authentication is accomplished with a pre-configured WEP key. 9. Data Encryption: Select None, WEP (64- or 128-bit), or CKIP (64- or 128-bit). 10. Enable 802.1x: Disabled. 11. Encryption Level: 64- or 128-bit: When switching between 64- and 128-bit encryption, the previous settings are erased and a new key must be entered. 12. Key Index: Select 1,2, 3, or 4. Change the Key Index to specify up to four passwords. 13.
Set up a Client with WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise Network Authentication WPA2-Enterprise requires an authentication server. ● ● WPA-Enterprise: A wireless security method that provides strong data protection for multiple users and large managed networks. It uses the 802.1X authentication framework with TKIP encryption and prevents unauthorized network access by verifying network users through an authentication server.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. On the Profile page, click Add to open the Profile Wizard's General Settings. Profile Name: Enter a descriptive profile name. Wireless Network Name (SSID): Enter the network identifier. Operating Mode: Click Network (Infrastructure). Click Next. Click Enterprise Security. Network Authentication: Select Open (Recommended). Data Encryption: Select WEP. Click 802.1x Enabled. Authentication type: Select MD5.
4. Click Next. Step 2 of 2: MD5 User 1. Select one of the following credential methods: ❍ Use Windows logon user name and password: The 802.1x credentials match your Windows user name and password. Before connection, you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials. NOTE: This option is unavailable if Pre-Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet/Wireless software. Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature.
■ ■ zeelans.com). NOTE: Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name. Password: Specifies the user password. The password characters appear as asterisks. This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server. Confirm Password: Reenter the user password. 2. Click OK to save the credentials. 3. Click Connect to connect to the selected wireless network.
To add a profile with TLS authentication: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. On the Profile page, click Add to open the Profile Wizard's General Settings. Profile Name: Enter a descriptive profile name. Wireless Network Name (SSID): Type the network identifier. Operating Mode: Click Network (Infrastructure). Click Next to access the Security Settings. Click Enterprise Security. Network Authentication: Select WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise.
Use the certificate issued to this computer. Use a user certificate on this computer: Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer. 3. Click Next. ● ● Step 2 of 2: TLS Server Select one of the following: 1. Select one of the following options: ■ Validate Server Certificate: Select to verify the server certificate. Certificate Issuer: Click Any Trusted CA as the default or select a certificate issuer from the list.
two options below has been selected. Server name must match the specified entry exactly: When selected, the server name must match exactly the server name found on the certificate. The server name should include the complete domain name (for example, Servername.Domain name). Domain name must end with the specified entry: When selected, the server name identifies a domain, and the certificate must have a server name that belongs to this domain or to one of its subdomains (for example, zeelans.
NOTE: This option is unavailable if Pre-Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet/Wireless software. Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature. ● ● Prompt each time I connect: Select to prompt for user name and password before you connect to the wireless network. The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator. Use the following: The user name and password are securely (encrypted) saved in the profile.
CHAP) Version 2), over this encrypted channel to enable server validation. The challenge and response packets are sent over a non-exposed TLS encrypted channel. The following example describes how to use WPA with AESCCMP or TKIP encryption with PEAP authentication. To set up a client with PEAP Authentication: Obtain and install a client certificate. Refer to Set up the Client for TLS authentication or consult your administrator. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
no use a true identity, but instead the desired realm (for example, anonymous@myrealm). Configure Roaming Identity to support multiple users: If you use a Pre-Logon or Common connection profile that requires the roaming identity to be based on the Windows logon credentials, the creator of the profile can add a roaming identity that uses %username% and %domain%. The roaming identity is parsed and the appropriate log on information is substituted for the keywords.
To configure a one-time password: 1. Authentication Protocol: Select GTC (Generic Token Card). 2. User Credentials: Select Prompt each time I connect 3. On connection prompt for: Select one of the following: ■ Static password: On connection, enter the user credentials. ■ One-time password (OTP): Obtain the password from a hardware token device. ■ PIN (Soft Token): Obtain the password from a soft token program. 4. Click OK. 5. Select the profile on the Wireless Networks list. 6. Click Connect.
MS-CHAP-V2. This parameter specifies the authentication protocol operating over the PEAP tunnel. 1. User Credentials: Select one of the following options: ■ Use Windows Logon: Allows the 802.1x credentials to match your Windows user name and password. Before connection, you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials. ■ Prompt each time I connect: Prompts for user name and password every time you log onto the network.
system administrator. 2. Select one of the following to obtain a certificate: ■ Use my smart card: Select if the certificate resides on a smart card. ■ Use the certificate issued to this computer: Click Select to choose a certificate that resides in the machine store. ■ Use a user certificate on this computer. Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer. 3. Click Next. Step 2 of 2: PEAP Server 1.
of the two options below has been selected. Server name must match the specified entry exactly: When selected, the server name must match exactly the server name found on the certificate. The server name should include the complete domain name (for example, Servername.Domain name). Domain name must end with the specified entry: When selected, the server name identifies a domain, and the certificate must have a server name that belongs to this domain or to one of its subdomains (for example, zeelans.
Do not show this message again. A user is able to avoid this step in subsequent sessions. The choice selected is remembered for future sessions. Set up a Client with LEAP Network Authentication Cisco LEAP (Light Extensible Authentication Protocol) is an 802.1X authentication type that supports strong mutual authentication between the client and a RADIUS server. The LEAP profiles settings include LEAP, CKIP with Rogue AP detection integration. To set up a client with LEAP Authentication: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
LEAP User: 1. Select one of the following authentication methods: ❍ Use the Windows logon user name and password: Allows the 802.1x credentials to match your Windows user name and password. The user's credentials are retrieved from the user's Windows logon process. The credentials are only used if the user has no password defined in the Windows log-on credentials or if there is a problem capturing the Windows log-on credentials.
been established. Domain: Name of the domain on the authentication server. The server name identifies a domain or one of its sub-domains (for example, zeelans.com, where the server is blueberry. zeelans.com). NOTE: The domain name should be obtained from the administrator. ■ Password: Specifies the user password. The password characters are seen as asterisks. This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server. ■ Confirm Password: Reenter the user password. 2.
7. Click Enterprise Security. 8. Network Authentication: Select WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise. 9. Data Encryption: Select one of the following: ❍ TKIP provides per-packet key mixing, a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism. ❍ AES-CCMP (Advanced Encryption Standard - Counter CBC-MAC Protocol) is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important. AES-CCMP is recommended. 10. Enable 802.1x: Selected. 11.
TLS tunnel (Unauthenticated-TLS-Server Provisioning Mode). 2. Click Select server to view any unauthenticated PACs that have already been provisioned and reside on this computer. NOTE: If the provisioned PAC is valid, Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless does not prompt the user for acceptance of the PAC. If the PAC is invalid, Intel PROSet/Wireless fails the provisioning automatically. A status message is displayed in the Wireless Event Viewer that an administrator can review on the user's computer.
❍ ❍ Prompt for the user name and password: Prompts for user name and password before you connect to the wireless network. The user name and password must first be set in the authentication server by the administrator. Use the following user name and password: The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator. ■ User Name: This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server. ■ Domain: Name of the domain on the authentication server.
NOTE: If the provisioned Protected Access Credential (PAC) is valid, Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless does not prompt the user for acceptance of the PAC. If the PAC is invalid, Intel PROSet/Wireless fails the provisioning automatically. A status message is displayed in the Wireless Event Viewer that an administrator can review on the user's computer. 1. Verify that Disable EAP-FAST Enhancements (CCXv4) is not selected. Allow unauthenticated provisioning and Allow authenticated provisioning are selected by default.
Generic Token Card (GTC) GTC may be used with Server-Authenticated Mode . This enable peers using other user databases as Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) and one-time password (OTP) technology to be provisioned in-band. However, the replacement may only be achieved when used with the TLS cipher suites that ensure server authentication. To configure a one-time password: 1. Authentication Protocol: Select GTC (Generic Token Card). 2. User Credentials: Select Prompt each time I connect 3.
Authenticated-TLS-Server Provisioning Mode is supported using a trusted CA certificate, a self-signed server certificate, or server public keys and GTC as the inner EAP method. Validate Server Certificate: ● ● Validate Server Certificate: ● Certificate Issuer: The server certificate received during TLS message exchange must be issued by this certificate authority (CA).
12. Click Cisco Options to select Allow Fast Roaming (CCKM) which enables the client wireless adapter for fast secure roaming. EAP-FAST User: Select the credential retrieval method: 1. Select the user credentials ● Use the Windows logon user name and password: The user credentials are retrieved from the Windows log on process. NOTE: This option is unavailable if Pre-Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet/Wireless software.
6. Click OK to save the EAP-FAST settings and return to the Profiles list. The PAC is used for this wireless profile.
Back to Contents Troubleshooting: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● Intel(R) Wireless Troubleshooter Wireless Event Viewer Resolve Errors Intel Wireless Troubleshooter The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is an application that can help you resolve wireless network connection issues. When a connection issue is detected, a desktop alert appears at the bottom right corner of your desktop screen.
Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Description The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter contains two panes. The left pane displays a list of available tools. The right pane displays the current connection issue. This pane is divided into two sections: the error message and the recommended action. The recommended action contains descriptions about available utilities and helps to resolve the associated connection issue. If you click on a help link, the help text is displayed in a window.
Troubleshooter. Click Wireless Event Viewer. Wireless Event Viewer Description Name Description File To change the storage location of the log file. 1. Click Settings to open the Wireless Event Viewer Settings. 2. Specify the default folder for saved log files: The current folder is displayed. The default location is the desktop. Click Browse to specify a new folder location. 3. Click OK to close and apply the new changes. Click Cancel to close without applying any changes.
The Application Failed to Start Authentication failed due to invalid user credentials: Reenter credentials This authentication error can be caused by invalid user credentials (could be user name, password or other form of user credentials). Use the following steps to resolve this error: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Select a TTLS, PEAP, LEAP or EAP-FAST profile from the Profiles list. Click Properties to open the General Settings. Click Next to open the Security Settings. Enterprise Security is selected. The 802.
Notes about certificates: The specified identity should match who the certificate is issued to and should be registered on the authentication server (for example, RADIUS server) that is used by the authenticator. Your certificate must be valid with respect to the authentication server. This requirement depends on the authentication server and generally means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list. Click Properties to open the General Settings. Click Next to open the Security Settings. Enterprise Security is selected. Select the appropriate 802.1x Authentication Type. For TTLS and PEAP profiles: Verify that the correct Authentication Type is selected. Click Select and choose another certificate from the list of installed certificates. Click OK.
Authentication failed because timer expired Authentication failed because the authentication timer expired while this mobile station was authenticating. A rogue access point or a problem with the RADIUS server could have been the reason for the problem. Recommended action: ● ● If a rogue access point is suspected, consider adding this access point to the excluded access point list to prevent the wireless adapter from connecting to this access point in the future.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Double-click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet/Wireless. Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window. Select the associated or last-used profile from the Profiles list. Click Properties to open the General Settings. Click Next to open the Security Settings. Verify that Enable 802.1x is selected. Verify that the correct authentication type is selected. Enter the required security information. Click OK. The profile is now reapplied.
7. Click OK to close the General Settings and return to the Profiles list.
Back to Contents Administrator Tool: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Set Administrator Password Administrator Packages Administrator Profiles ❍ Persistent ❍ Pre-Logon ❍ Voice over IP (VoIP) Administrator Tool Settings Application Settings Adapter Settings Software EAP-FAST A-ID Groups Administrator Tasks The Administrator Tool is used by the person who has administrator privileges on this computer.
2. Confirm Password: Reenter the password. 3. Click OK. The Open Administrator Package displays. To change the existing password: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Administrator Tool from the Tools menu. Click Change Password on the password entry form. Old Password: Enter the existing password. New Password: Enter the new password. Confirm Password: Reenter the new password again. Click OK to save the new password and enter the Administrator Tool.
4. Click Open. Make your updates. 5. Click Close. 6. You are notified: The current package is changed. Would you like to save the changes? 7. Click Yes. Save the executable file to a directory on the local disk drive. NOTE: You can also select Open Package on the Administrator Tool File menu to edit an Administrator Package. Administrator Profiles Administrator Profiles are owned and managed by the network administrator or the administrator of this computer.
Persistent Connection Persistent profiles are applied at boot time or whenever no one is logged on the computer. After a user logs off, a Persistent profile maintains a wireless connection either until the computer is turned off or a different user logs on. Persistent Connect key points: ● The following types of profiles can be created as Persistent profiles: ❍ All profiles that do not require 802.
❍ password" option. Profiles that use the machine certificate to authenticate. NOTE: Intel PROSet/Wireless supports machine certificates. However, they are not displayed in the certificate listings. WPA-Enterprise profiles that do not use a user certificate. ❍ WPA-Personal profiles. Persistent profiles are applied at system power up and after a user logs off. ❍ ● To create a Persistent Profile: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click Include Profiles. Click Persistent. Click Add to open the General Settings.
802.1x MD5, LEAP, EAP-FAST profiles that use either the "Use the Windows logon user name and password" or "Use the following user name and password" credentials when configuring the profile's security settings. ❍ 802.1x PEAP or TTLS profiles with user or machine certificates (the user must have administrative rights to use machine certificates). ❍ TLS profiles that use digital certificates to verify the identity of a client and a server.
If such a profile is active when the user logs off, the connection is maintained. To create a Pre-Logon/Common Profile: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click Include Profiles. Click Pre-Logon/Common. Click Add to open the General Settings. Wireless Network Name (SSID): Enter the network identifier. Profile Name: Enter a descriptive profile name. Operating Mode: Network (Infrastructure) is selected. Administrator Profile Type: Pre-logon/Common: Active when a user is logged on. This profile is shared by all users.
Intel PROSet/Wireless software supports VoIP third-party soft-phone applications. Third party VoIP applications support Voice Codecs. Codecs are used to encode voice for transmission across IP networks. Codecs generally provide a compression capability to save network bandwidth. Intel PROSet/Wireless software supports the following International Telecommunications Union (ITU) codec standards: Codec Algorithm Data Rate (Kbps) Comments ITU G.711 PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 64 G.
● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● G711_64kbps G711_56kbps G711_48kbps G722_64kbps G722_56kbps G722_48kbps G722_1_32kbps G722_1_24kbps G722_1_16kbps G723_1_6_4kbps G723_1_5_3kbps G726_16kbps G726_24kbps G726_32kbps G726_40kbps G728_12_8kbps G728_16kbps G729_8kbps G729a_8kbps G729b_8kbps G729ab_8kbps G729d_6_4kbps G729e_8kbps G729e_11_8kbps GIPS_iPCM_VARIABLE G722_2_VARIABLE SPEEX_VARIABLE GIPS_iSAC_VARIABLE ● ● ● ● ● Interactive Voice Audio Conference Voice Data Video Streaming Aud
An Administrator can determine which order Administrator profiles are placed in the Administrator Tool's Profiles list. 1. Click the Administrator Tool Tools menu. 2. Click Settings to open the Administrator Tool Settings. ❍ Select Insert on Top to always place Administrator profiles at the top of the Administrator Tool's Profiles list. ❍ Select Insert on Bottom to always place Administrator profiles at the bottom the Administrator Tool's Profiles list. 3.
Name Description 802.11a Radio On/Off Control Select Add 802.11a Radio On/Off Selection to allow a user to turn on or off the 802.11a radio on their computer. This adds the 802.11a Radio Off control to the Taskbar menu and the Intel PROSet/ Wireless main window on a user's computer. Once this feature is installed on a user's computer, follow the instructions below to turn on or off the 802.11a radio control. To turn off the 802.11a Radio: 1.
Application Auto Launch Select to start a batch file, executable file, or script automatically when a specific profile connects to the network. For example, start a Virtual Private Network (VPN) session automatically whenever a user connects to a wireless network. Application On Radio Toggle Enables a third-party application to disable the Intel PROSet/Wireless Wireless On or Wireless Off switch.
Cache Credentials Select to save credentials after a user logs on. If the wireless connection temporarily disconnects, the saved credentials are used upon reconnection. The credentials are cleared when the user logs off. NOTE: if cleared, The Prompt each time I connect option is unavailable when creating profiles Device to Device (ad hoc) Enable or disable whether a user is able to either create ad hoc profiles or join ad hoc networks.
Pre-Logon Cisco Mode Enable Cisco Mode during a pre-logon connection. Cisco access points have the capability to support multiple wireless network names (SSIDs) but only broadcast one. In order to connect to such an access point, an attempt is made to connect with each profile. This is referred to as Cisco Mode. NOTE: The pre-logon connection may take longer to connect. Profile Connectivity Select the profile connectivity level on a user’s computer? Disable Intel Profile Switching.
session becomes active. Persistent and Pre-Logon or Common profiles are placed at the top of the user’s profiles list. They cannot be changed or deleted by a user. Voice over IP Enables a third-party software to use the VoIP application on a user's computer. The default setting enables this feature. Wi-Fi Manager Select which Wi-Fi manager controls a user’s wireless connections. Use either the previous logged on user’s Wi-Fi manager or allow each user to select their preferred Wi-Fi manager.
Ad Hoc Channel There is no need to change the channel unless the other computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel from the default channel. Value: Select the allowed operating channel from the list. ● ● 802.11b/g: Select this option when 802.11b and 802.11b (2.4 GHz) ad hoc band frequency is used. 802.11a: Select this option when 802.11a (5 GHz) ad hoc band frequency is used. Ad Hoc Power Management Set power saving features for Device to Device (ad hoc) networks.
Mixed Mode Protection Use to avoid data collisions in a mixed 802.11b and 802.11g environment. Request to Send/Clear to Send (RTS/CTS) should be used in an environment where clients may not hear each other. CTS-to-self can be used to gain more throughput in an environment where clients are in close proximity and can hear each other. Preamble Mode Changes the preamble length setting received by the access point during an initial connection. Always use a long preamble length to connect to an access point.
Roaming Aggressiveness This setting allows you to define how aggressively a wireless client roams to improve connection to an access point. Click Use default value to balance between not roaming and performance or select a value from the list. Values: 0: No Roaming: Your wireless client does not roam. Only significant link quality degradation causes it to roam to another access point 1-3: Allow Roaming 2: Default: Balances between not roaming and performance. Click Use default value to select.
transmit power at the lowest possible level still compatible with the quality of their communication. This allows the maximum number of wireless devices to operate in dense areas and reduce interference with other devices that this radio shares radio spectrum with. NOTE: This setting takes effect when either Infrastructure or Ad hoc mode is used. Wireless Mode Select which band to use for connection to a wireless network: ● ● ● ● ● ● 802.11a only: Connect the wireless adapter to 802.
❍ ❍ connection to a wireless router. Single Sign On: Installs the Single Sign On features.This tool is used to configure common (shared) profiles. Wireless Management Instrumentation: Allows administrators who do not have Intel PROSet/Wireless installed to remotely manage clients that do have Intel PROSet/Wireless installed. NOTE: If you plan to use Novell(R) Client(TM) for Windows, it should be installed prior to installation of the Intel PROSet/Wireless software.
How to Obtain a Client Certificate If you do not have any certificates for EAP-TLS (TLS) or EAP-TTLS (TTLS) you must obtain a client certificate to allow authentication. Certificates are managed from either Internet Explorer or the Microsoft Windows Control Panel. Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 2000: When a client certificate is obtained, do not enable strong private key protection.
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Click OK. From the list of stores, scroll up and expand Trusted Root Certificate Authorities. Click Local Computer. Click OK. Click Next. Click Finish to complete the process. Reboot after a certificate is installed. Use Microsoft Management Console (MMC) to verify that the CA is installed in the machine store. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. In the Start menu, click Run. Enter MMC. Click OK to open The Microsoft Management Console.
10. Click Next. Use the provided defaults. 11. Certificate Issued: Click Install this certificate. NOTE: If this is the first certificate you have obtained, the CA first asks you if it should install a trusted CA certificate in the root store. This is not a trusted CA certificate. The name on the certificate is that of the host of the CA. Click Yes. You need this certificate for both TLS and TTLS. 12.
2. Select one of the following to obtain a certificate: ● ● ● Use my smart card: Select if the certificate resides on a smart card. Use the certificate issued to this computer: Click Select to choose a certificate that resides in the machine store. Use a user certificate on this computer. Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer. 3. Click Next. Step 2 of 2: TLS Server 1. Select one of the following options: ■ Validate Server Certificate: Select to verify the server certificate.
authentication server and generally means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority. Use the same user name you used to log in when the certificate was installed. 2. Click OK. The profile is added to the Profiles list. 3. Click the new profile at the end of the Profiles list. Use the up and down arrows to change the priority of the new profile. 4. Click Connect to connect to the selected wireless network. 5. Click OK to close Intel PROSet/Wireless.
Back to Contents Glossary of Terms: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Glossary Numerical A B C D E F G H I L M N O P R S T W Term Definition 802.11 The 802.11 standard refers to a family of specifications developed by the IEEE for wireless LAN technology. The 802.11 specifies an over-the-air interface between a wireless client and a base station or between two wireless clients and provides 1 or 2 Mbps transmission in the 2.
AES-CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard - Counter CBC-MAC Protocol is the new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802.11i standard. AES-CCMP provides a stronger encryption method than TKIP. Authentication Verifies the identity of a user logging onto a network. Passwords, digital certificates, smart cards and biometrics are used to prove the identity of the client to the network. Passwords and digital certificates are also used to identify the network to the client.
EAP-GTC The EAP-GTC (Generic Token Card) is similar to the EAP-OTP except with hardware token cards. The request contains a displayable message, and the response contains the string read from the hardware token card. EAP-OTP EAP-OTP (One-Time Password) is similar to MD5, except it uses the OTP as the response. The request contains a displayable message. The OTP method is defined in RFC 2289.
Internet Protocol (IP) address The address of a computer that is attached to a network. Part of the address designates which network the computer is on, and the other part represents the host identification. LAN Local area network. A high-speed, low-error data network covering a relatively small geographic area. LEAP Light Extensible Authentication Protocol. A version of Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP).
RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) is an authentication and accounting system that verifies users credentials and grants access to requested resources. RF Radio Frequency. The international unit for measuring frequency is Hertz (Hz), which is equivalent to the older unit of cycles per second. One MegaHertz (MHz) is one million Hertz. One Giga-Hertz (GHz) is one billion Hertz.
TLS Transport Layer Security. A type of authentication method using the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and a security protocol called the Transport Layer Security (TLS). EAP-TLS uses certificates which use passwords. EAP-TLS authentication supports dynamic WEP key management. The TLS protocol is intended to secure and authenticate communications across a public network through data encryption.
WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control to a wireless network. WPA is an interim standard that will be replaced with the IEEE’s 802.11i standard upon its completion. WPA consists of RC4 and TKIP and provides support for BSS (Infrastructure) mode only. (Not compatible with WPA2.) WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2). This is the second generation of WPA that complies with the IEEE TGi specification.
Back to Contents Wireless Network Overview: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide About Wireless Network Technology ● ● ● Select a Wireless Network Mode Configure a Wireless Network Identify a Wireless Network A wireless network connects computers without network cables. Instead computers use radio communications to send data between each other. You can communicate directly with other wireless computers, or connect to an existing network through a wireless access point.
Device-to-Device mode to network computers in a home or small office or to set up a temporary wireless network for a meeting. Configure a Wireless Network There are three basic components that must be configured for an 802.11 wireless network to operate properly: ● ● ● Network Name: Each wireless network uses a unique Network Name to identify the network. This name is called the Service Set Identifier (SSID). When you set up your wireless adapter, you specify the SSID.
identify a wireless network: ● ● ● ● ● The Network Name or Service Set Identifier (SSID)—Identifies a wireless network. All wireless devices on the network must use the same SSID. Extended Service Set Identifier (ESSID)—A special case of SSID used to identify a wireless network that includes access points.
Back to Contents Security Overview: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● WEP Encryption ❍ Open and Shared Key authentication 802.1x Authentication ❍ How 802.1x Authentication Works ❍ 802.
reception of wireless data. WEP encryption provides two levels of security: 64-bit key (sometimes referred to as 40-bit) or a 128-bit key (also known as 104-bit). For stronger security, use a 128-bit key. If you use encryption, all wireless devices on your wireless network must use the same encryption keys. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and shared authentication provides protection for your data on the network. WEP uses an encryption key to encrypt data before transmitting it.
There are different 802.1x authentication types, each provides a different approach to authentication but all employ the same 802.1x protocol and framework for communication between a client and an access point. In most protocols, upon the completion of the 802.1x authentication process, the supplicant receives a key that it uses for data encryption. Refer to How 802.1x authentication works for more information. With 802.
● An IP address is assigned for the dial-up client. Accounting phase: Collects information on resource usage for the purpose of trend analysis, auditing, session time billing, or cost allocation. How 802.1x Authentication Works A simplified description of 802.1x authentication is: ● ● ● ● A client sends a "request to access" message to an access point. The access point requests the identity of the client. The client replies with its identity packet which is passed along to the authentication server.
The second generation of WPA that complies with the IEEE TGi specification is known as WPA2. Enterprise Mode: Enterprise Mode verifies network users through a RADIUS or other authentication server. WPA utilizes 128-bit encryption keys and dynamic session keys to ensure your wireless network's privacy and enterprise security. Enterprise Mode is targeted to corporate or government environments.
Message Digest 5 (MD5) is a one-way authentication method that uses user names and passwords. This method does not support key management, but does require a preconfigured key if data encryption is used. It can be safely deployed for wireless authentication inside EAP tunnel methods. TLS A type of authentication method using the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and a security protocol called the Transport Layer Security (TLS). EAP-TLS uses certificates which use passwords.
PEAP is a new Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) IEEE 802.1x authentication type designed to take advantage of server-side EAP-Transport Layer Security (EAP-TLS) and to support various authentication methods, including users' passwords and one-time passwords, and Generic Token Cards. Authentication Protocols ● ● ● Generic Token Card (GTC): Carries user specific token cards for authentication. The main feature in GTC is Digital Certificate/Token Card-based authentication.
Centralized Key Management (CCKM), an access point configured to provide Wireless Domain Services (WDS) takes the place of the RADIUS server and authenticates the client without perceptible delay in voice or other time-sensitive applications. CKIP Cisco Key Integrity Protocol (CKIP) is Cisco proprietary security protocol for encryption in 802.11 media. CKIP uses the following features to improve 802.11 security in infrastructure mode: ● ● Key Permutation (KP) Message Sequence Number 802.11b and 802.
Mixed-Cell Mode Some access points, for example Cisco 350 or Cisco 1200, support environments in which not all client stations support WEP encryption; this is called Mixed-Cell Mode. When these wireless network operate in "optional encryption" mode, client stations that join in WEP mode, send all messages encrypted, and stations that use standard mode, send all messages unencrypted. These access points broadcast that the network does not use encryption, but allows clients that use WEP mode to join .
Back to Contents Specifications: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide ● ● ● ● Intel Intel Intel Intel PRO/Wireless PRO/Wireless PRO/Wireless PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection 3945BG Network Connection 2915ABG Network Connection 2200BG Network Connection Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Form Factor PCI Express (TM) Mini Card Dimensions Height 200 in x 1.18 in x 0.18 in (50.95 mm x 30 mm x 4.5 mm) Antenna Interface Connector Hirose U.
Wi-Fi(R) Alliance certification Wi-Fi(R) certification for 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, WPA, WPA2, WMM, EAP-SIM, LEAP, PEAP, TKIP, EAPFAST, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, MD5 Cisco Compatible Extensions certification Cisco Compatible Extensions, v4.0 WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a Architecture Infrastructure or ad hoc (peer-to-peer) operating modes Security WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2Enterprise, AES-CCMP 128-bit, WEP 128-bit and 64-bit; 802.
Wi-Fi(R) Alliance certification Wi-Fi(R) certification for 802.11b, 802.11g, WPA, WPA2, WMM, EAP-SIM, LEAP, PEAP, TKIP, EAP-FAST, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, MD5 Cisco Compatible Extensions certification Cisco Compatible Extensions, v4.0 WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11g, 802.11b Architecture Infrastructure or ad hoc (peer-to-peer) operating modes Security WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2Enterprise, AES-CCMP 128-bit, WEP 128-bit and 64-bit; 802.
Wi-Fi(R) Alliance certification Wi-Fi(R) certification for 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, WPA, WPA2, WMM, EAP-SIM, LEAP, PEAP, TKIP, EAP-FAST, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, MD5 Cisco Compatible Extensions certification Cisco Compatible Extensions, v3.0 WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a Architecture Infrastructure or ad hoc (peer-to-peer) operating modes Security WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, AES-CCMP 128bit, WEP 128-bit and 64-bit. 802.
WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b Architecture Infrastructure or ad hoc (peer-to-peer) operating modes Security WPA, LEAP, PEAP, TKIP, EAP-TLS, EAPTTLS, AES (128-bit), WEP 128-bit and 64bit.
Back to Contents Customer Support: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Customer Support Intel support is available online or by telephone. Available services include the most up-todate product information, installation instructions about specific products, and troubleshooting tips. Online Support Technical Support: http://support.intel.com/support/go/wireless/wlan/pro3945abg.htm Network Product Support: http://www.intel.
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Back to Contents Regulatory Information: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Supported on the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection, Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection, Intel(R) PRO/ Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection and Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Hardware Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection ● ● Information for the User Regulatory Information Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, supplement C, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992.
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: Refer to the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network. Local Restrictions on 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g Radio Usage Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.
Regulatory information Information for the OEMs and Integrators: The following statement must be included with all versions of this document supplied to an OEM or integrator, but should not be distributed to the end user. ● ● ● ● This device is intended for OEM integrators only. This device cannot be co-located with any other transmitter. Please refer to the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions. This device must be operated and used with a locally approved access point.
USA—Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions: ● ● This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Europe ETSI) 5.15 - 5.35 GHz and 5.47-5.725 GHz (Europe ETSI) Low band 5.25 - 5.35 GHz is for indoor use only 5.47 - 5.725 GHz is current not allowed in Czech Republic and France. Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999/5/EC.
Hungary Alulírott, Intel(R) Corporation nyilatkozom, hogy a Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection) megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak Icelandic Intel lysir her med yfir að thessi bunadur, Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection), uppfyllir allar grunnkrofur, sem gerdar eru i R&TTE tilskipun ESB nr 1999/5/EC Italian Con la presente
Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l'IBPT. In geval van privé-gebruik, buiten een gebouw, op een openbare plaats, is geen registratie nodig, wanneer de afstand minder dan 300m is.
Kuwait 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time. Oman If the modules are less than 100 milliwatts they are unlicensed but if they are more than 100 milliwatts, the user is responsible for getting a license to operate from Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Sultanate of Oman. Taiwan Pakistan Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Approved UAE 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time. Ukraine 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time.
The information in this document applies to the following products: Tri-mode wireless LAN adapters (802.11a/802.11b/802.11g ) Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection (model WM3B2915ABG) Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection (model WM3A2915ABG) NOTE: Due to the evolving state of regulations and standards in the wireless LAN field (IEEE 802.11 and similar standards), the information provided herein is subject to change.
antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of al least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons and that the antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter. It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm (8 inches). Warning: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN products are not designed for use with high-gain directional antennas. Use of such antennas with these products is illegal.
● ● Using the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter equipment on board airplanes, or Using the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (an airport, for example), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and /or damage this device. ● ● This device is intended for OEM integrators only.
from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing." « Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit être utilisé a l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afinde fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. » Europe Frequency Bands 2.400 - 2.
Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999/5/EC. Czech Intel(R) Corporation tímto prohlašuje, že tento Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími p•íslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Danish Undertegnede Intel(R) Corporation erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF Dutch Hierbij verklaart Intel(R) Corporation dat het toestel Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG Bij deze verklaart Intel(R) Corporation dat deze Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connec
Portuguese Intel(R) Corporation declara que este Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovak Intel(R) Corporation týmto vyhlasuje, že Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection sp••a základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
(free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use. - D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services. L’uso degli apparati è regolamentato da: - D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, articoli 104 (attività soggette ad autorizzazione generale) se utilizzati al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 (libero uso) se utilizzati entro il proprio fondo, in entrambi i casi per uso privato ; - D.M. 28.5.
Pakistan Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Approved UAE 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time. Ukraine 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time. Radio approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country, please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
directors of such environments. The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). ❍ The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital.
Network Connection adapter wireless device may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization.
NOTE: The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations. U.S. Frequency Bands 2.400 - 2.462 GHz Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 2, and RSS-210, Issue 4 (Dec. 2000).
Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999/5/EC. English Hereby, Intel(R) Corporation, declares that this Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Malti Hawnhekk, Intel(R) Corporation, jiddikjara li dan Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection jikkonforma mal-ħti•ijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fidDirrettiva 1999/5/EC New Member States requirements of Declaration of Conformity Estonian Käesolevaga kinnitab Intel(R) Corporation seadme Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
A license is required for outdoor use for operation in 2.4 GHz band. Italia The use of these equipments is regulated by: - D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity subject to general authorization) for outdoor use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use. - D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services. L’uso degli apparati è regolamentato da: - D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n.
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Back to Contents Warranty: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Product Warranty Information One-Year Limited Hardware Warranty Limited Warranty Intel warrants to the purchaser of the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection PCI Card (the “Product”), that the Product, if properly used and installed, will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will substantially conform to Intel’s publicly available specifications for the Product for a period of one (1) year beg
Extent of Limited Warranty Intel does not warrant that the Product, whether purchased stand-alone or integrated with other products, including without limitation, semi-conductor components, will be free from design defects or errors known as "errata." Current characterized errata are available upon request.
this written warranty and is subject to the same limitations of liability and exclusions for ninety (90) days or the remainder of the original warranty period, whichever is longer. If Intel replaces the Product, the Limited Warranty period for the replacement Product is not extended.
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