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WPCI-100
Wireless PCI Adapter
User Guide
Wireless 802.11g PCI Adpter
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WPCI-100
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VS10408
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic WPCI-100 802.11g
Wireless PCI Adapter. This PCI Card supports both 802.11b and 802.11g
wireless networks.
Package Contents
ViewSonic WPCI-100
802.11g Wireless PCI
Adapter
Networking Companion CD
(with Setup Wizard and User Guide)
NOTE: Insert this CD first.
Quick Start Guide
Features
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Up to 54Mbps signal rate at a frequency of 2.4GHz
Wireless security using WEP or WPA with TKIP encryption and EAP-
type Authentication
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Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless networks
Plug & Play Installation
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Chapter 2: Installation
System Requirements
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Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, or Windows 98
Second Edition (SE)
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Available PCI slot
300MHz processor or higher
Minimum 5MB free disk space
Minimum 32MB RAM
CD-ROM drive
Wireless Network Overview
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Installation
NOTE: The installation instructions below apply to Windows XP.
Instructions for Windows 98 SE, ME, and 2000 are noted where
applicable, and configuration instructions for these three operating
systems are located in the Appendix.
To install your ViewSonic WPCI-100 Wireless 802.11g PCI Adapter, do the
following:
1. Insert the supplied Network Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of
your PC. The software automatically starts the Setup Wizard program.
NOTE: If the CD does not auto-start, right-click Start, select Explore,
double-click the CD-ROM icon, then double-click the Setup icon.
2. From the home page of the ViewSonic Networking Setup Wizard, click
Wireless PCI Adapter.
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3. From the next screen shown below, click WPCI-100 Driver Installation.
4. Complete the InstallShield Wizard instructions starting with the screen
shown below.
5. After completing the on-screen instructions restart your PC.
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NOTE for Windows 98 SE:
After restarting your PC, you may be asked to restart your PC again
and/or insert the Windows 98 SE CD. Please follow these instructions.
6. With your PC powered off, plug in WPCI-100 Wireless PCI Adapter into
an available PCI slot.
7. When the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears (shown
below), click Next and complete the remaining steps.
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8. Complete the Wireless Configuration procedure for your operating
system:
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If you are using Window XP, complete the instructions in the next
section, Wireless Configuration.
If you are using Windows 98SE, ME, or 2000, see the Appendix for
configuration instructions.
Wireless Configuration
SUGGESTION: To configure your WPCI-100, you will need the
configuration settings (Network Name [SSID], security settings, etc.) of your
wireless router or gateway. For your convenience, write down these settings
for later reference.
To configure your WPCI-100 with Windows XP, do the following:
1. From the Windows XP desktop, right-click the Wireless Monitor utility
icon on the Windows status bar (shown below), then select Enable
Windows Zero Configuration (WZC).
Wireless Monitor utility icon
The Wireless Network Connection screen displays.
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An access point
(SSID) that does
not have a network
key (WEP or WPA)
2. In the Available wireless networks list, click the network name (SSID)
that you want to join.
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If you selected an SSID without a network key (WEP or WPA) associated
with it, click Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network,
even though it is not secure, then click Connect. See the Wireless
Network Connection screen shown on the previous page.
If you selected an SSID with a network key, enter it in the Network key
field, re-enter it in the Confirm network key field, un-check Enable
IEEE 802.1x authentication for this network, then click Connect. See
the Wireless Network Connection screen shown on the next page.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to un-check Enable IEEE 802.1x authentication
for this network.
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An access point
(SSID) that does
have a network key
(WEP or WPA)
IMPORTANT:
Un-check this box.
NOTE: The WPCI-100 Wireless 802.11g PCI Adapter reads the Network
Name (SSID) from accessible access points and/or the router or gateway
connected to your wireless network. If you want to change/add an SSID or
network key, change the configuration settings on your wireless router or
gateway, repeat the WPCI-100’s installation procedure using the new
settings.
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Verifying a Successful Installation
The simplest way to verify a successful installation is to try opening your
Internet browser. If it opens, installation is complete.
For a more through way to verify a successful installation, do the following:
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, select Classic View, click System,
select the Hardware tab, then click Device Manager tab.
2. In the System Properties dialogue box, click the Hardware tab, then
click Device Manager.
3. In the opened screen, expand Network Adapters double-click Wireless
802.11g Network Adapter.
NOTE: If the WPCI-100 is installed properly, there will NOT be a red or
yellow icon next to Wireless 802.11g Network Adapter, such as a
question mark (?).
4. If you do see a yellow or red icon, do the following to uninstall the drivers:
Start (Windows desktop) Programs > Wireless Network > Uninstall.
5. After uninstalling the drivers, repeat the installation procedure described
in the preceding pages.
Uninstalling the Drivers
To uninstall the driver and wireless utility software, do the following:
1. Click Start on the Windows desktop.
2. Select: Programs > Wireless Network > Uninstall.
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Chapter 3: Appendix
Wireless Configuration for Windows 98SE,
ME, and 2000
SUGGESTION: To configure your WPCI-100, you will need the
configuration settings (Network Name, security settings, etc.) of your
wireless router or gateway. For your convenience, write down these settings
for later reference.
Before you start configuring your WPCI-100, be sure you complete the
Installation steps on Pages 3 - 5.
To configure your WPCI-100 with Windows 98SE, ME, or 2000, do the
following:
1. Double-click the Wireless Monitor utility icon on the Windows status bar.
Wireless Monitor utility icon
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The Wireless Monitor utility screen displays.
2. Click the Profile Setting tab (shown above), then click Add.
3. Enter the wireless configuration settings that are consistent with your
router, gateway, etc. This includes Profile Name (optional), SSID
(network name), Network Type, Transfer Rate, WEP or WPA security
settings, etc.
4. Click Complete, then click Connect.
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Troubleshooting
For the fastest solution to an installation problem, please refer to the
solutions below before contacting ViewSonic Customer Support for
assistance.
The setup wizard does not launch after I insert the Networking
Companion CD.
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If the CD does not auto-start, right-click Start, select Explore, double-
click the CD-ROM icon, then double-click the Setup icon.
If the CD still does not respond, try inserting another CD to make sure
that the CD-ROM drive is functioning properly.
My PC does not recognize the Wireless PCI Adapter after installing it.
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Check the distance to your router or gateway. It should be within 100 feet
of your computer.
Uninstall the WPCI-100 driver software, restart your PC, then repeat the
installation and wireless configuration steps listed in Chapter 2.
My Wireless PCI Adapter disconnects soon after connecting.
For Windows XP only: Try disabling 802.1x authentication:
1. Click Start, select Connect To, select Show all Connections, then
double-click the name of your wireless network.
2. On the General tab, click Properties.
3. Click the Wireless Networks tab.
4. Under Preferred Networks, click Network Name (SSID).
5. Click the Authentication tab, un-check the Enable IEEE 802.1X for this
network (if it is selected). If you can not select this check box, then you
are not using 802.1x authentication.
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The WPCI-100 does not work properly after installation.
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Make sure that the WPCI-100 is correctly installed. Verify that the
WPCI-100 is firmly plug in the PCI slot inside your computer.
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Verify that you are using the correct wireless settings. You might
have incomplete or incorrect wireless settings for your PCI adapter. To
connect successfully, the wireless PCI adapter on your PC must have
the same network name (SSID), and wireless security (WEP and/or
WPA) information as your router or gateway.
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Reset your router or gateway. Turn off or unplug your router or
gateway, wait at least 10 seconds, then turn it back on again. When the
status lights indicate that the router or gateway is functioning, try
accessing the Internet from your PC connected to your wireless network.
NOTE: (For advanced users) You may need to move a card currently in
slot 1 to another slot in your PC. Troubleshoot conflicts among your
device resources.
Look for conflicts among your device resources. Try using Windows
Troubleshooting to verify that the WPCI-100 is not trying to use computer
resources already being used by another piece of hardware.
My network is slow.
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Try decreasing the number of computers or programs that are
simultaneously accessing your network.
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Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to verify that there are no
problems with your connection, such as scheduled maintenance, line
issues, or other problems. If you are still not satisfied with your
connection speed, you might want to inquire about upgrading to a faster
connection.
After installing my WPCI-100, my PC goes into Safe Mode
when Windows starts.
You might have a resource conflict in Windows.
Resolve any device conflicts in the Windows operating system. You
can use Windows Troubleshooting to ensure that your WPCI-100 is not
trying to use computer resources already being used by another piece of
hardware.
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My wireless desktop PC cannot connect to the Internet.
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Verify that you can access the Internet from another PC in your
wireless network. If other computers also cannot access the Internet,
the problem might be with your router or gateway, broadband modem, or
Internet service provider (ISP).
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Check for range problems. You might be out of range of the wireless
router, gateway, or access point. Place the computer with the wireless
adapter in the same room as your router or gateway and try connecting
again. If you can connect to the wireless network, you might previously
have been out of range.
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Check for interference problems. Wireless signals can be affected by
interference from other wireless devices such as 2.4 gigahertz (GHz)
cordless phones, microwave ovens, and neighboring wireless networks.
Move the other devices further from your wireless networking hardware
as needed, and avoid using them while connected to your network. To
minimize interference from another wireless network, try changing
channels on your router.
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Verify that you are using the correct wireless settings. You might
have incomplete or incorrect wireless settings for your adapter. To
connect successfully, the wireless adapter on your computer must have
the same network name (SSID), wireless channel, and wireless security
(WEP and/or WPA) information as your router or gateway.
Reset your broadband modem. Turn off the modem for 5 to 10
seconds. Restart the modem, and wait for it to connect to your ISP. After
the status lights on your modem indicate that it is connected, and the
status lights on your router or gateway show that you have a working
wide area network (WAN) connection, try accessing the Internet from
your wireless computer again.
•
Reset your router or gateway. Turn off or unplug your router or
gateway, wait at least 10 seconds, then turn it back on again. When the
status lights indicate that the router or gateway is functioning, try
accessing the Internet from your PC connected to your wireless network.
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Customer Support
Before contacting ViewSonic Customer Support, check the
Troubleshooting section for possible solutions to any setup problems
you have.
NOTE: For Customer Support or product service you will need to provide
the product’s serial number (on the back of the unit).
Country/
Region
Website
(with email address)
T = Telephone
F = FAX
United States
T= (800) 688 6688
F= (909) 468 1202
Canada
T= (886) 463 4775
F= (909) 468 1202
T= (0800) 833 648
F= +44 (0) 1293 643 910
Europe, Middle
East, Baltic
countries, and
North Africa
T= +886 (2) 2246 3456
F= +886 (2) 8242 3668
Toll Free: 0800 061 198
China (VSCN)
service_index.asp
T= +86 (21) 6237 5252
F= +86 (21) 6237 5373
Toll Free= 800 820 3870
Australia and
New Zealand
+ 61 2 9906 6277
Singapore,
Southeast Asia,
and India
+ 65 273 4018
Other Asia,
Pacific countries,
and Indian
+ 886 (2) 2246 3456
Peninsula
The websites shown above provide the most current email addresses for
your Customer Support queries.
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Specifications
WLAN Standards:
802.11g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
Interface
PCI Interface
Modulation
802.11g: OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps, 5.5
Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps)
Network Architectures
Operating Frequencies
Operating Channels
Average Output Power
Infrastructure and ad hoc
2.412-2.484 GHz
802.11b/g: 11 for North America (FCC)
17.5 dBm typical at 11Mbps, 13.5 dBm typical at
54Mbps, FCC
13.5 dBm typical at 11Mbps, 13.5 dBm typical at
54Mbps, CE
Diversity Scheme
Range
TX/RX at main antenna.
802.11g: 54 Mbps up to 50 m LOS, 20 m indoors;
18 Mbps up to 150 m LOS, 75 m indoors
802.11b: 11 Mbps up to 180 m LOS, 60 m indoors;
1 Mbps up to 570 m LOS, 125 m indoors
Wireless Security
WEP 64/128-bits;
WPA/WPA-PSK, 802.1x
Temperatures
Operates from 0 to 65°C; Storage from -20 to 90°C
5 to 95%
Humidity (non-condensing)
Product Dimension
Packaging Dimension
Weight
L:160mm x W:153mm x H:22mm
L:228mm x W:152mm x H:42mm
Net:0.17 lb. (77 g)
Gross:0.465 lb. (210 g)
OS Support
Supplied Driver Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP
LED Color Description
Act Green
Steady on when link is up and blinking when data is
following through.
Regulatory
FCC part 15C,IC,WHQL,Wi-Fi, CE
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Limited Warranty
Wireless Network Adapter Products
What the warranty covers:
ViewSonic® warrants its Wireless Network Adapter products to be free from defects
in material and workmanship during the warranty period. If a ViewSonic Wireless
Network Adapter product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during
the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product
with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or
refurbished parts or components.
VIEWSONIC AND ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT.
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ANY SOFTWARE THAT MAY BE INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED
FREE OF CHARGE AND ON AN “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES THAT IT IS FREE
OF DEFECTS, MERCHANTABLE, FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-
INFRINGING, OR COMPATIBLE WITH ANY OTHER SOFTWARE. FOR YOUR
SPECIFIC RIGHTS AND DUTIES, PLEASE SEE THE END-USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) CONTAINED WITHIN THE SOFTWARE FOR YOUR
PRODUCT.
How long the warranty is effective:
ViewSonic Wireless Network Adapter products are warranted for one (1) year for all
parts and one (1) year for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.
Who the warranty protects:
This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.
What the warranty does not cover:
Software.
Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized
product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.
Damage to or loss of any programs, data or removable storage media.
Software or data loss occurring during repair or replacement.
Any damage of the product due to shipment.
Removal or installation of the product.
Causes external to the product, such as electrical power fluctuations or failure.
Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications.
Normal wear and tear.
Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
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How to get service:
For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer
Support. You will need to provide your product's serial number.
To obtain service under warranty, you will be required to provide (a) the original
dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem,
and (e) the serial number of the product.
Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized
ViewSonic service center or ViewSonic.
For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center,
contact ViewSonic.
Limitation of implied warranties:
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND
BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
Exclusion of damages:
VIEWSONIC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. VIEWSONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE
PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE
PRODUCT, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH
BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHERWISE.
ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
Effect of state law:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied
warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
ViewSonic Wireless Network Adapter Products Warranty (V1.0)
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Regulatory Information
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-
ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of
the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT: FCC Radiation Exposure Statements
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
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This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2).
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
ViewSonic Corporation declares that VS10408 (FCC ID: MXF-PI930723G)
is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the U.S.A
Canada IC Compliance Statement
Low Power License-Exempt Radio communication Devices (RSS-210)
1. Warning Note: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
2. Operation in 2.4GHz band: To prevent radio interference to the licensed
service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from
windows to provide maximum shielding.
3. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.
Exposure of Humans to RF Fields for Portable Radio
Equipment (RSS-102)
1. Portable radios, including handheld, body worn or push-to-talk models
(PTT) require Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) evaluation. Portable radios
are herein defined as radios that have their radiating elements normally
operating 20 cm or less from the body of the user or of nearby persons.
2. This device has been tested for compliance with the RF exposure (SAR)
limits for humans, as specified in Health Canada’s Safety Code 6.
3. Health Canada’s address is:775 Brookfield Road, Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K1A 1C1; Tel: (613) 954-6699 / Fax:(613) 941-1734; e-mail:
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