Contents Contents Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Notes on secure operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Gigaset PC Card 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Wireless LAN Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Area Network (LAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ad-hoc network . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Uninstalling Gigaset PC Card 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Uninstalling the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Completing Uninstall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Updating device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety precautions Safety precautions u The tic can affect medical equipment. Therefore, you should pay attention to the technical conditions of the corresponding environment. u Make sure you include the operating instructions and the CD-ROM, when you pass on your Gigaset PC Card 108 to somebody else. u Under no circumstances try to use a damaged device. If in doubt, please contact our service department, see Chapter "Service (Customer Care)" on page 49.
The Gigaset PC Card 108 The Gigaset PC Card 108 The Gigaset PC Card 108 is a WLAN network adapter that is connected to your PC or Notebook via a PCMCIA slot. You can use Gigaset data products to set up a wireless local network (WLAN = Wireless Local Area Network) without having to lay cables. Your Gigaset PC Card 108 can be used to connect your PC to other PCs equipped with wireless network adapters (ad-hoc mode). You can also connect your PC to a wireless router, e. g.
The Gigaset PC Card 108 Ad-hoc network In an ad-hoc network, PCs communicate with each other via wireless peer-to-peer connections. An ad-hoc network is set up by participants as and when required. All the PCs must have a wireless network adapter installed, e. g. a Gigaset PC Card 108, a Gigaset USB Adapter or USB Stick. Ad-hoc networks are used wherever communication networks have to be set up quickly without any existing network infrastructure and the participants are mobile.
The Gigaset PC Card 108 Security in wireless networksEncryption Any network, be it wired or wireless, is exposed to the risk of eavesdropping. Connecting your local network to the public network exposes your data and applications to not inconsiderable risks. As with an individual connection, you should always protect your network PCs against external attacks, e. g. via emails, with a virus scanner.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 System requirements For operation, you will require: u a PC with at least 466 MHz and one of the following operating systems: Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows XP u 64 MB RAM, more working memory is recommended u at least 30 MB free hard disk space u a free PC card slot (Cardbus) u a CD-ROM drive or a DVD drive Contents The package contains the following components: u a Gigaset PC Card 108 u a CD-ROM containing install
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Status displays There are two status displays (LEDs) on the Gigaset PC Card 108 . They are used to display the: u Operating status (PWR), red u Transmission status (ACT), green LED PWR ACT 8 State Meaning Continuously lit Off Flashing Off The Gigaset PC Card 108 was installed successfully on your PC and is ready for operation. The device is not ready for use. Data is being transmitted. There is currently no data traffic.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Installation procedure Please remember: Do not insert the Gigaset PC Card 108 into a PCMCIA slot on your PC until the installation software prompts you to do so. First, the software included in the scope of delivery must be installed. This software not only includes the driver software for the device, it can also be used as a configuration and monitoring tool, the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor Only this software has been written especially for the Gigaset PC Card 108.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Installation Install the software for your Gigaset PC Card 108. User guide This opens the detailed operating instructions on the CD-ROM. If you cannot open the detailed operating instructions on the CD-ROM, you will have to install the free Adobe Reader. Practical Tips and Configuration Examples Here you will find solutions to various problems. Install Adobe Reader Install Adobe Reader, Version 6.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 In the next screen, choose the directory for the installation. ì Click on Browse, if you want to select another directory. Click on Next to continue installation. During installation, the InstallShield Wizard uses the screen Setup progress to show which action is being carried out, and the progress is also displayed. After this stage of installation is completed, a message appears prompting you to connect the Gigaset PC Card 108 to your PC.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Installing driver software Once the Gigaset PC Card 108 has been plugged in, installation continues automatically. The operating system's automatic hardware recognition opens to install the drivers for the Gigaset PC Card 108. ì Depending on the other settings for your PC, an additional dialog box may appear. Select the Install software automatically option, and click on Next.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Checking installation If installation was successful, you can now use the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor. With the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor you can configure your Gigaset PC Card 108 and create a connection to other network adapters or an Access Point. The Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor is represented by an icon in the status area of the taskbar, this icon shows you if there is a connection to a connection partner and the quality of the connection.
Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108 Displaying QuickInfo for the connection If you point the mouse over the icon in the taskbar, you will see a small window that displays the connection properties. The following properties are shown: u SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the Connection line u the transmission rate (in Mbps) in the Speed line u the transmission quality (in %) in the Link quality line If there is no connection, you will see a red cross over the icon and in QuickInfo, Disconnected is displayed.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 The Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor You can use the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor to configure and monitor your Gigaset PC Card 108. Opening the monitor In the standard setting, the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor is opened automatically in the background when you launch your PC. The Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor icon is displayed in the status area of the task bar.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Deactivating Autostart The Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor is opened automatically every time you power up or reboot your PC. If you do not need the monitor all the time, you can deactivate Autostart. ì Select Start – Programs – Autostart. ì Right-click the Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor entry. ì Choose Delete to remove the link to Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor from Autostart.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Buttons With the buttons under each tab you can use one of the following options: The wireless operation of the network adapter is activated (green icon). The PC is available on the network. ì Click on Radio On to deactivate the wireless operation of the network adapter. Radio Off is now displayed. The PC is no longer available on the network. The wireless operation of the network adapter is deactivated (red icon). The PC is not available on the network.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Configuration In the Configuration tab, you can choose the general basic settings and the security options for operating the Gigaset PC Card 108. The Configuration tab is divided into three sections: u In the Common tab, you can make various operational settings, you can assign the SSID, for example, and make various settings affecting data transfer (see below).
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 SSID (Service Set Identifier) The SSID is the ID used for the unique identification of a wireless network (WLAN) so that this network can be distinguished from a parallel network. Within a WLAN, all the network adapters must have the same SSID. ì In the SSID field, select the ID of the partner you want to connect your PC to. The default setting is ConnectionPoint.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Operating mode ì Enter the Network Mode for the network environment: – Infrastructure: There are wireless (WLAN) and wired (LAN) PCs in the network environment. The connection between WLAN and LAN is set up via an Access Point. – Ad Hoc: The network environment does not have a fixed structure, but is set up between the available wireless network adapters as and when required. No Access Point is required. The default operating mode is Infrastructure.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Channel The Channel field shows the radio channel used to set up communication with the connection partners.You can choose from radio channels 1-11. In Infrastructure mode, the radio channel is set by the Access Point for all WLAN participants and can only be changed there. In this case, the Channel field shows the channel being used. In Ad Hoc mode, you set the network adapter channel manually.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Notes: u Super G mode can only be used if the Access Point supports this transmission mode. If this is not the case and you leave the Super G default setting, the transmission mode actually supported by the Access Point is used. u If not all components in your wireless network support Super G, this can reduce the transmission rate for technical reasons. u Super G mode always uses channel 6.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 ì WPA If WPA is used for authentication in your network, you must select the parameters according to the settings for the network. Contact your administrator. A window opens to configure the mode. WEP ì For the Authentication Type select the default setting Open. The setting Shared is normally only used in networks with authentication. Contact your administrator for more information. ì In the Key Length field, select the required length of the WEP key.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 ì In the Key Type field, select the character format for creating keys: – HEX The keys are entered as hexadecimal characters. Please only use the digits 0 to 9 and the letters A to F when entering. For a key with length of 128 bits, 26 hexadecimal characters are used, and for a key with length of 64 bits, 10 hexadecimal characters are used. – ASCII The keys are formed from characters of the ASCII character set.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 WPA-PSK WPA-PSK can be used with various encryption standards. Depending on which standard the Access Point supports, encryption is automatically selected. In the Encryption field, Auto cannot be changed. ì In the field Pre-shared Key (PSK), enter the key you would like to use for registration on the network. Note that all components in a network must use the same Pre-shared Key (PSK) to be able to communicate with each other.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Configuration – Profile Selecting a profile The Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor can manage several configuration profiles for your Gigaset PC Card 108. If you want to use your PC in different wireless networks, for example, you can create several profiles and adjust them to the requirements of the corresponding networks. When changing networks, you only have to choose the appropriate profile for registering your PC in the new network.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Editing a profile ì In the Profile field, select the required profile. ì Make the required changes to the settings. ì Click on Save. This saves your changes in the selected profile. Please remember: Save updates the selected profile. The old settings are overwritten and are no longer available. Deleting a profile ì In the Profile field, select the profile you want to delete. ì Click on Delete.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Status The Status tab provides information about the status of the wireless network your PC is currently connected to via the network adapter: u The left-hand pane shows the valid settings for the active configuration profile. u The right-hand and lower pane show the statistics for the previous data transfer. SSID Shows the ID for the network environment. (see "SSID (Service Set Identifier)" on page 19).
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Received Packets Shows how many data packets have been received from connection partners on the current WLAN since the connection was set up. Sent Packets Shows how many data packets have been sent on the current WLAN since the connection was set up between your PC and your connection partner. Link Quality Shows the quality of the wireless connection.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 IP settings The IP Settings tab provides you will all the information relevant for using your PCs in the network (LAN and WLAN). There are two buttons for updating and releasing your PC's WLAN address. A graphic display in the lower section of the tab shows data traffic over time on the WLAN.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 IP Address Shows the Internet Protocol address with which your PC is registered to the WLAN. As a rule the IP address is assigned to your PC by the DHCP server coordinating the PC's access to a network. In a WLAN, for example, this is the Access Point's DHCP server. Host Name Computer name entered for your PC during installation of the operating system. MAC Address Shows the physical address of your network adapter.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 Site Monitor The Site Monitor tab provides a comprehensive overview of the connection partners available via the visible SSID. One click reads in a list with all the relevant information on the potential connection partners. If you want, you can set up a connection to one of the connection partners shown directly from the list. Reading in the list ì Click on Scan to search the network environment for potential connection partners.
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 The list shows the following parameters for each connection partner: SSID Shows the connection partner's ID (see "SSID (Service Set Identifier)" on page 19). BSSID (MAC Address) Shows the connection partner's physical address (Basic Service Set Identifier). In networks with Ad Hoc mode the BSSID corresponds to the MAC address of the Access Point. Channel Shows the radio channel the connection partner uses to transmit data (see "Channel" on page 21).
Configuring Gigaset PC Card 108 About The About tab provides information about the software company and the version number of the software installed on your PC. The Internet address takes you directly to the company's product page containing the latest information and software updates for your network adapter.
Uninstalling Gigaset PC Card 108 Uninstalling Gigaset PC Card 108 You may have to uninstall the Gigaset PC Card 108: u If an error occurred during installation. u The Gigaset PC Card 108 is not working properly and the problem cannot be rectified (see Chapter "Trouble shooting" on page 44). u You have acquired a newer version of Gigaset PC Card 108 and the operating instructions of the new device recommend uninstalling the older version.
Updating device drivers Updating device drivers You should update the driver of the Gigaset PC Card 108 if there is a newer driver version. You can find information about the latest driver updates on our website, www.siemens.com/gigasetpccard108. ì Download the latest driver. Then follow the following steps to update the device driver: ì Uninstall the software for the Gigaset PC Card 108 as described in Chapter "Uninstalling Gigaset PC Card 108" on page 35.
Glossary Glossary Access Point An Access Point, such as the Gigaset SE551 dsl/cable, is the centre of a wireless local network (WLAN). It handles the connection of the wireless linked network components and regulates the data traffic in the wireless network. The Access Point also serves as an interface to other networks, e.g. an already existing Ethernet LAN or via a modem to the Internet. The operating mode of wireless networks with an Access Point is called Infrastructure mode.
Glossary DHCP Server See DHCP DNS Domain Name System DNS permits the assignment of IP addresses to PC or domain names that are easier to remember. A DNS server must administer this information for each LAN with an Internet connection. As soon as a page on the Internet is called up, the browser obtains the corresponding IP address from the DNS Server so that it can establish the connection. On the Internet the assignment of domain names to IP addresses follows a hierarchical system.
Glossary Gateway A Gateway is the system component that connects networks with completely different architectures (addressing, protocols, application interfaces etc.). Although it is not totally correct, the term is also used as a synonym for router. See also Bridge, Hub, Router, Switch Hub A Hub connects several network components in a star-topology network by sending all the data it receives from one network component to all the other network components.
Glossary IP Internet Protocol The IP protocol is one of the TCP/IP protocols. It is responsible for the addressing of participants in a network using IP addresses and routes data from the sender to the recipient. It decides the paths along which the data packets travel from the sender to the recipient in a complex network (routing). IP address An IP address is a network-wide unique address of a network component in a network based on the TCP/IP protocol (e. g. in a local network (LAN) or on the Internet).
Glossary Network A network is a group of devices connected in wired or wireless mode so that they can share resources such as data and peripherals. A general distinction is made between local networks (LAN) and wide-area networks (WAN). Network adapter The network adapter is the hardware device that implements the connection of a network component to a local network. The connection can be wired or wireless. An Ethernet network card is an example of a wired network adapter.
Glossary Subnet A subnet divides a network into smaller units. Subnet mask The subnet mask determines how many parts of the IP addresses of a network represent the network address and how many parts represent the computer address. The subnet mask administered by the Gigaset SE551 dsl/cable is always 255.255.255.0. That means the first three parts of the IP address form the network address and the final part is used for assigning PC addresses.
Glossary WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a security protocol defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard. In a WLAN, WEP encryption protects data against unauthorised access. WEP encryption uses the RC4 encryption algorithm. Wireless network See WLAN WLAN Wireless LAN Wireless LANs enable network components to communicate with a network using radio waves as the transport medium. A wireless LAN can be connected as an extension to a wired LAN or it can form the basis for a new network.
Appendix Appendix Trouble shooting Problem Causes and remedies Drivers not found. WLAN or LAN adapters were possibly installed earlier on your PC. It is possible that the drivers are being looked for in the wrong installation path. ì Enter the path name for the drivers manually. The drivers Gigaset WLAN Adapter Monitor icon does not appear in the taskbar. The PC does not recognise the Gigaset PC Card 108. The connection quality is poor, or there is interference are stored in CD-ROM:\Installation\Gig
Appendix Problem Causes and remedies The connection is not set up at all or not properly. If you cannot set up a connection between your PC with the Gigaset PC Card 108 and another wireless network adapter, this may be due to a number of causes: The PC you want to connect to has not been powered up. ì Power up the PC. The transmission speed set does not match that of the partners in the network. ì Check whether you have set a particular transmission speed.
Appendix Problem Causes and remedies You cannot set up a connection to the Access Point If you cannot set up a connection between your Gigaset PC Card 108 and an Access Point, try one or more of the following: ì Make sure that the physical connection of the Access Point operates reliably. ì Make sure that the same SSID is used for the Gigaset PC Card 108 and the Access Point. ì Check whether the security settings configured for the Gigaset PC Card 108 match those for the Access Point, e. g.
Appendix Problem Causes and remedies The Gigaset PC Card 108 does not work properly You have checked all of the causes specified above, and still no communication is possible. ì Uninstall the software and install it again as described in chapters "Uninstalling Gigaset PC Card 108" on page 35 and "Installing the Gigaset PC Card 108" on page 7. Specifications The specifications are subject to change. Software Compliance with standards IEEE 802.11b/802.
Appendix Hardware Cardbus, 32-bit Interface Wireless properties Frequency range 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz Spreading Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Modulation CCK, OFDM Number of channels IEEE 802.11b: 11 IEEE 802.11g: 11 Transmission rate IEEE 802.11b: 1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11 Mbps IEEE 802.
Appendix Regulatory Compliance FCC Part 15 Declaration of Conformity (DoC) The following equipment: Product Name: Wireless LAN Card is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements of FCC Part 15 rules. The operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Appendix FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: 1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device was tested for typical lap held operations with the device contacted directly to the human body to the either sides of the notebook computer.
Appendix Service (Customer Care) We offer you support that is fast and tailored to your specific needs! u Our Online Support on the Internet can be reached any time from anywhere: www.siemens.com/gigasetcustomercare It will give you 24/7 support for all our products. It also provides interactive troubleshooting, a list of FAQs and answers plus operating instructions and current software updates for you to download.
Appendix u This Guarantee shall not apply to or extend to services performed by the authorised dealer or the customer themselves (e.g. installation, configuration, software downloads). User manuals and any software supplied on a separate data medium shall be excluded from the Guarantee. u The purchase receipt, together with the date of purchase, shall be required as evidence for invoking the Guarantee. Claims under the Guarantee must be submitted within two months of the Guarantee default becoming evident.
Appendix u u u u u u u u u – Defects or damage caused by dropping, breaking, lightning or ingress of moisture. This also applies if defects or damage was caused by mechanical, chemical, radio interference or thermal factors (e.g.: microwave, sauna etc.) – Devices fitted with accessories not authorised by Siemens This Guarantee shall not apply to or extend to services performed by the authorised dealer or the customer themselves (e.g. installation, configuration, software downloads).
Index Index Numerics 128 bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 A About tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 automatic connection . . . . . . . . . . 13 general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Adapter Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Ad-hoc mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 37 Ad-hoc network basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 peer-to-peer connections . . . . . . . . .
Index installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 H HEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 I IEEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 IEEE 802.11b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 IEEE 802.11g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Infrastructure mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 39 Infrastructure network basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation . . . . . . .
Index WEP encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Security in wireless networks . . . . . . . . 6 Selecting a profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Site Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 reading in the list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Site Monitor tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Slot PCMCIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 SSID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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