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Stylistic ST5000 Series Tablet PC User’s Guide – Appendix A
Before Using the Wireless LAN
The Integrated Wireless LAN is a standard device on
Stylistic ST5000 Tablet PC’s, and an option on Stylistic
ST5000D Tablet PC’s. This manual describes the basic
operating procedures for the wireless LAN (referred to
as the “wireless module” in this manual) and how to set
up a wireless LAN network. Before using the wireless
module, read this manual carefully to ensure correct
operation of the device. Keep this manual in a safe place
for reference while using the wireless module.
Types of Wireless LANs Covered by this Document
This document is applicable to systems containing one
of the following two wireless modules. Most of the
procedures are identical. Sections that differ between the
two devices have been noted in the text:
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Intel PROSet Wireless LAN
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Atheros Wireless LAN
If your system is a Stylistic ST5000 model, your wireless
module is the Intel PROSet wireless LAN; if your system
is a Stylistic ST5000D model, your wireless module is the
Atheros wireless LAN.
Characteristics of the Wireless Module
This wireless module is a mini-PCI card attached to a
mini-PCI slot inside the computer.
The main characteristics are as follows:
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It operates in the 2.4 GHz Industrial, Scientific, and
Medical (ISM) RF band; additionally, the Atheros
wireless LAN operates in both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
RF bands.
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It does not require an FCC license to operate.
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It uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), an
RF modulation scheme that is resistant to noise.
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This wireless module is Wi-Fi compliant. The wireless
module can communicate at a maximum data rate of
54 Mbps.
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The maximum communication range is approxi-
mately 80 feet (25 meters) inside a building. Please
note that the range you achieve may be shorter or
longer than 80 feet, depending on factors such as
obstructions, walls, columns, construction material,
and reflective objects.
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The wireless modules support a number of industry-
standard security mechanisms, including WEP, WPA,
TKIP, and 802.1x/EAP (LEAP, TLS, PEAP, MD5).
Wireless LAN Modes Using this Wireless Module
Ad Hoc Mode (See Figure A-1)
“Ad Hoc Mode” refers to a type of wireless network that
involves connecting multiple computers without the use
of an Access Point. Network connectivity between
computers can be established using only wireless LAN
cards in a peer-to-peer fashion.
Ad Hoc networks are an easy and inexpensive method
for establishing network connectivity between multiple
computers.
In Ad Hoc mode, you can use Microsoft Network func-
tions, such as File and Print Sharing to share folders,
printers, or other peripheral devices, and exchange files
with other computers.
To use Ad Hoc Mode, you must set the same SSID and
the same encryption key for all the computers that are
connected. Communication between computers in an
Ad Hoc network will occur provided they are within
each other’s RF coverage area.
Figure A-1. Ad Hoc Mode Network
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