Sony PCWA-C100 User's Manual
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1. If you are using the Access Point and are connecting within an existing LAN that already has a DHCP server do not use the Phone Connection or Local Only connection modes Select Cable Modem xDSL or ISDN Router LAN connection modes When the Wireless LAN Access Point is using Phone Connection and or Local Only connection modes the Access Point acts as a DHCP server An Access Point that is connected to a LAN that has another DHCP server may experience the following problem while using the Phone Connection or Local Only connection mode A client computer within the LAN may acquire an invalid IP address from the Access Point not from the regular DHCP server If this happens the client computer may not be able to access the network because the IP address supplied by the Access Point is a private IP address 10 0 1 2 17 by default Contact your network administrator before connecting a Wireless LAN Access Point to an existing LAN Note If you must press 0 on your telephone to hear the tone signal and place an outgoing call you can not use your telephone line for Internet access using the Access Point If you hear the tone signal when you pick up the receiver even though you must press 0 to place an outgoing call you can use your telephone line for Internet access using the Access Point In these situations enter 0 before the telephone number for Phone Number 1 and Phone Number 2 X Tips e Phone Number2. WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORTIOUS ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS SOFTWARE Documentation 2000 Sony Corporation Sony VAIO the VAIO logo Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries MMX and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Netscape and the Netscape N and Ship s Wheel logo are registered trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation in the United States and other countries All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Safety Information WARNING e Opening the unit for whatever reason could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee e To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your Sony Wireless LAN PC Card to rain or moisture NOTES e The Sony supplied software may show screens slightly different from those included in this manual e This manual is written based on the assumption that you are familiar with basic operations of Windows operating system For computer operations refer to manuals that come with your computer Table of contents QVELVIEW si lenticsetiltiern sect ilies 4 What you can do with your Wireless LAN PC Card 4 About the supplied software 5 TASK FLOW Sei
3. 2 is the alternate telephone number to use when a call to Phone Number 1 is not completed e Your Internet Service Provider may specify the DNS server s In this case enter data for DNS Server 1 DNS Server 2 Note The indicators on the Access Point flashes while changes to the settings are processed The link test is disabled until the Access Point POWER indicator turns green It takes approximately 30 seconds before the POWER indicator turns green Phone Connection The Enter Phone Connection Parameters dialog box appears Enter Phone Connection Parameters Account ID ill Password Password re enter Phone Number1 Phone Number2 DNS Server 1 ss 0 0 0 0 DNS Server 2 0 0 0 0 Dialing Mode Tone X 1 Enter data for Account ID Password Password re enter Phone Number 1 Phone Number 2 and Dialing Mode and click NEXT The confirmation dialog appears 2 Make sure you have made correct settings then click NEXT Changes to the Access Point settings are reflected and the Finish screen appears 3 Click LINK TEST The link test between the Access Point and the computer is performed When the confirmation dialog box appears click FINISH to exit 51 52 Note If you select Cable Modem xDSL or ISDN Router LAN set up the device for an Internet connection Note The indicators on the Access Point flashes while changes to the settings are processed The lin
4. 6 System requirements cce 7 About this manual c ee 8 Opening the Help files 8 Getting started Unpacking murissi 10 Indicators sensia 11 Inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card E AEE ESES 12 To remove the Wireless LAN PC Card aae ea n 12 Installing the driver software 13 To verify driver installation 14 Software setup Setting up Windows environment Windows 98 Second Edition 18 To verify the installed network COMPONENES osseete 18 To specify the IP address 23 To verify the computer name and Workgroup seseseeseseseeeseeteeeees 24 To set up sharing on the computer PEARES EEEE 25 To change Internet connection SENES ieena 26 NOTES e The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual software e Explanations in this manual assume that you are familiar with basic operations of Windows For how to use your computer and operating system please refer to respective manuals Setting up Windows environment Windows 2000 ceeceeeseseeeeeeees 29 To verify the current network COMPONENES eseeeeseeeteteeseees 29 To specify the IP address 33 To verify the computer name and Workgroup oo ssesesseseeseseseeeseeeeees 34 To set up sharing on the computer NET ENE S 36 To change Internet connection SCtUN GS iopo a dienes 37 Installing Software cceeeeees 40 To modify the installed software AEA EOE E 41 T
5. Edition After the computer restarts verify that the Wireless LAN PC Card is working properly 1 From the Start menu click Settings then Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Double click the System icon The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Device Manager tab and check View devices by type Note The Wireless LAN PC Card is not working properly in the following cases e Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is shown with a yellow question or exclamation mark gt Click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card and click Remove then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Double clicking Network Adapters does not display Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card gt Remove the Wireless LAN PC Card then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Double clicking Other devices displays Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card gt Click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card and Remove then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Note If a message This device is working properly is not displayed the Wireless LAN PC Card is not working properly Click OK then click Remove to remove the driver then click Yes to restart the computer When the computer restarts repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software 4 Double click Network adapters then double click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card The Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Properties dialog bo
6. More r Member of Domain pea Workgroup enzo Gk Cancel Notes e Assign a unique name of up to 15 alphanumeric characters to every computer connected to the same LAN e The workgroup indicates the name of a group sharing files Assign the same workgroup name for all computers that share files Note Restarting the computer takes longer than booting 4 Specify Computer name and Workgroup for your computer 5 Click OK The message Restart your computer to enable changes is displayed 6 Click OK The System Properties dialog box reappears 7 Click OK then Yes to restart the computer Proceed to the next section To set up sharing on the computer on page 36 upon completion of this setting 35 36 X Tip For further information on sharing on the computer refer to the Windows manual or Help files Note Consider all issues before making any folder available for sharing on the wireless LAN To set up sharing on the computer You can let other users share drives and folders from your computer on the wireless LAN The following information explains how to share Drive C C as an example You can also set up your computer to share other drives and folders T Double click My Computer the desktop 2 Right click the C icon then click Sharing The Properties dialog box appears zix General Toots Hardware Sharing gx Label Type L
7. Properties Description Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network IT Show icon in taskbar when connected Confirm that the following network components are displayed in the component list NetBEUI Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks If everything is displayed click Close and proceed to To specify the IP address on page 33 If any of these components are missing you must add each component individually For further instructions see below To add Internet Protocol TCP IP on page 30 To add NetBEUI Protocol on page 31 To add Client for Microsoft Networks on page 32 To add File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks on page 32 29 30 When you have added all components proceed to To specify the IP address on page 33 To add Internet Protocol TCP IP If Internet Protocol TCP IP is not displayed in step 2 on page 29 follow the steps below 1 Click Install from the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears Select Network Component Type 2x Click the type of network component you want to install Description client provides access to computers and files on the network you are connecting to Cancel 2 Click Protocol then click Add The Select Network Protocol dialog box appears Select netwo
8. Status 10 Click OK The PC Card PCMCIA Properties dialog box closes 11 Click XJ The Control Panel window closes Windows 2000 Upon completion of driver installation verify that the Wireless LAN PC Card is working properly 1 From the Start menu click Settings then Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Double click the System icon The System dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager Note The Wireless LAN PC Card is not working properly in the following cases e Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is shown with a yellow question or exclamation mark gt Click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card and Remove then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Double clicking Network Adapters does not display Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card gt Remove the Wireless LAN PC Card then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Double clicking Other devices displays Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card gt Click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card and Remove then repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software Note If a message This device is working properly is not displayed the Wireless LAN PC Card is not working properly Click OK then click Remove to remove the driver then click Yes to restart the computer When the computer restarts repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software 4 o OG N O Oo Doubl
9. from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Install and connect the Access Point following descriptions in its Operation Instructions manual before using it About the supplied software e Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the software manual in whole or in part or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder e Inno event will SONY be liable for any financial damage or loss of profits including claims made by third parties arising out of the use of the software supplied with this product e In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing SONY will replace it at SONY s option or issue a refund however SONY bears no other responsibility e The software provided with this product cannot be used with equipment other than that which is designated for use with Please note that due to continued efforts to improve quality the software specifications may be changed without notice Program 2000 Sony Corporation 2000 Lucent Technologies Copyright 1998 by Carnegie Mellon University CMU DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO THIS SOFTWARE INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS IN NO EVENT SHALL CMU BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE DATA OR PROFITS
10. is no fault with the Product itself This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States of America This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product Repair or replacement of defective parts or hardware as provided under this Limited Warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF REVENUE LOSS OF DATA LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT DOWNTIME AND PURCHASER S TIME FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY BREACH OF CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR 63 64 ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY RELATED TO THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specified legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Technical Support Although technical support is not provided free of charge under this Limited Warranty SONY has established a telephone number
11. to be able to give others access to my files and I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer s 3 Click OK File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks appears under The following network components are installed When you have added all components proceed to the next section To specify the IP address on page 23 To specify the IP address T Click TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card then click Properties on the Network dialog box The TCP IP Properties dialog box appears TCP IP Properties 2 x Bindings Advanced Netloas DNS Configuration Gateway WINS Configuration IP Address An IP address can be automatically assigned to this computer If your network does not automatically assign IP addresses ask your network administrator for an address and then type it in the space below If TCP IP is not displayed Go back to the previous section To add TCP IP on page 19 to add TCP IP then come back here to continue 2 Click Obtain an IP address automatically then click OK The Network dialog box reappears Proceed to the next section To verify the computer name and workgroup on page 24 upon completion of this setting 23 To verify the computer name and workgroup Computer names are displayed on the status indication windows of the Wireless Palette Notes T Click the Identification Information tab on the gt a me Network dialog box and spec
12. will only be charged for SONY s list price for the part if the original part has not been returned within thirty 30 days With respect to certain components you may be entitled to express warranty service during the warranty period subject to certain restrictions Please contact SONY for further information SONY will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of any programs data or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product serviced hereunder or any consequential damages resulting therefrom Be sure to remove all third party hardware software features parts options alterations and attachments not warranted by SONY prior to sending the Product to SONY for service SONY is not liable for any loss or damage to these items This Limited Warranty does not cover any consumable items supplied with this Product cosmetic damages damage or loss to any software programs data or media or damage due to 1 acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modifications of this Product 2 improper operation or maintenance of this Product 3 connection to improper voltage supply or 4 attempted repair by any party other than a SONY authorized service facility This Limited Warranty does not apply when the malfunction results from the use of this Product in conjunction with accessories products or ancillary or peripheral equipment or where it is determined by SONY that there
13. 02MB Capacity 1 259 044 864 bytes 1 17GB Drive C Disk Cleanup 3 Click the Sharing tab and click Shared As 4 Click OK C is available for sharing on the wireless LAN If you have accessed to the Internet via the telephone line proceed to the next section To change Internet connection settings on page 26 upon completion of this setting If you have accessed to the Internet via a cable modem xDSL modem or ISDN router proceed to Installing software on page 40 25 26 To change Internet connection settings If your Internet access has been via a telephone line you must change the Internet connection settings Microsoft Internet Explorer 1 Select Settings Control Panel from the Start menu 2 Double click Internet Options 3 Click the Connections tab 2 xi General Security Content Connections Programs Advanced Use the Internet Connection Wizard to connect your computer to the Internet Dial up settings so net Default Add Remove Settings Never dial a connection Dial whenever a network connection is not present Always dial my default connection Current so net Local Area Network LAN settings LAN Settings 4 Check Never dial a connection General Security Content Connections Programs Advanced ay Use the Internet Connection Wizard to connect your computer to the Internet m Dial up settings so ne
14. Card YT NetBEUI gt Sony LLINK 1394 Adapter Y NetBEUI gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card TCP IP gt Sony i LINK 1394 Adapter Y TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card E Remove Primary Network Logon Client for Microsoft Networks 7 Eile and Print Sharing Description 3 Click the Configuration tab to verify the settings Confirm that the following are displayed under The following network components are installed NetBEUI gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Client for Microsoft Networks File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks Also confirm that Client for Microsoft Networks is displayed under the Primary Network Logon pull down menu If everything is displayed proceed to To specify the IP address on page 23 If any of these components are missing you must add each component individually For further instructions see below To add TCP IP on this page To add NetBEUI on page 21 To add Client for Microsoft Networks on page 21 To add File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks on page 22 When you have added all components proceed to To specify the IP address on page 23 To add TCP IP If TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is not displayed in step 3 above follow the steps below 1 Click Add on the Configuration tab The Select Network Component Type dialog box appear
15. Other computers on the wireless LAN are not displayed gt You did not enter the password when Windows started Enter the user name and the password requested on Windows startup then log onto the LAN gt The windows environment is not properly set up Follow the instructions in Setting up Windows environment on page 18 or 29 to set it up properly gt No other computers are logged onto the wireless LAN I cannot access the Internet gt The Access Point is not connected Follow the instructions in the Access Point Operating Instructions to connect it properly gt The Wireless LAN PC Card is not properly inserted into your computer See the instructions on page 12 of this manual to insert it properly gt Communication between the Access Point and your computer are not established Check the communication status using the Wireless Palette gt The Access Point is not properly configured Configure the Access Point with the connection mode of your choice using one of the Access Point setup utilities gt The Access Point and your computer are too far apart more than approximately 50 m 165 feet When the Wireless Palette shows the FAN icon move your computer closer to the Access Point The data transfer speed is slow gt There is radio interference with another Access Point Try assigning another channel number using one of the Access Point setup utilities gt There are too many clients logging on to th
16. S O N Y 4 647 085 11 1 Operating Instruction Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA C100 2000 Sony Corporation Owner s Record The model number of this product is PCWA C100 Find the serial number attached on the product and record it in the space provided below Refer to these numbers when you call your Sony dealer Model No PCWA C100 Serial No CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your warranty NOTE 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 or communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 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 or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
17. alette from the Start menu 44 The following describes how to set up software for building a wireless LAN environment with the Access Point Follow the steps below T Use the Wireless Palette software to register the Access Point to every computer you want to connect in a wireless LAN 2 Use the Basic Setup Utility to set up the Access Point on one of the wireless LAN computers To establish communication with the Access Point On every computer you want to connect to the wireless LAN use the Wireless Palette to establish communication with the Access Point Before attempting to establish a wireless LAN environment e Check the six digit Access Point ID on the bottom surface of the Access Point Access Point ID i SN 00UT12345678 ID 1 23456 PN 012756 Factory set Encryption KEY e Install and connect the Access Point Refer to the Access Point Operation Instructions manual e Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card to the computer T Double click the A The Wireless Palette status window appears on the task tray X Tip Check Peer to Peer to establish wireless communications between computers without using the Access Point For more information see the section To establish a wireless LAN environment without using the Access Point on page 46 X Tips e If the Access Point is already installed your network administrator may have changed the Encryption Key using the Basic S
18. anty period is twelve months from the original date of purchase For the purpose of this Limited Warranty SONY means SONY ELECTRONICS INC for Products purchased in the United States of America SONY warrants this Wireless LAN PC Card product the Product against defects in material or workmanship as follows 1 Labor For a period of ninety 90 calendar days from the original date of purchase from SONY or a SONY authorized reseller SONY will repair defects in material or workmanship in the Product at no charge or pay the associated labor charges to a SONY authorized service facility The ninety 90 day warranty period is extendible only to the original purchaser for an additional period of nine 9 months for a total of twelve 12 months from date of purchase when the Product is registered electronically prior to the expiry of ninety 90 days from the original date of purchase After the applicable period you must pay for all labor charges 2 Parts For a period of ninety 90 calendar days from the original date of purchase from SONY or a SONY authorized reseller SONY will supply at no charge new or rebuilt at SONY s option replacement parts in exchange for defective parts Any replacement parts will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety 90 calendar days from installation by SONY s authorized service facility whichever is longer The ninety 90 day warrant
19. bled for file sharing are displayed 3 Double click the desired drive Files in the drive are displayed and available for copying 53 Connecting to the Internet rey Tip The icon may appear as Notes e The Access Point is configured with the manual connection mode at the time of shipment Clicking Connect initiates the dial up connection e Note that automatic disconnection may not work due to unexpected packets sent from the Internet Click Disconnect to disconnect the connection when you are through with the Internet access 54 When you are through with all settings described in Setting up the connection environment on page 44 let s connect to the Internet Phone Connection 1 Double click the on the task tray 2 Click Connect Connection to the Internet service provider is established Disconnect 3 Launch your web browser A home page is displayed 4 Click Disconnect The dial up connection is disconnected X Tips e When the Access Point is in the automatic connection mode starting an e mail or browser application causes a dial up attempt to be made To place the Access Point in the automatic connection mode use the Custom Setup Utility For more information see the Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help e The Access Point does not automatically disconnect a connection to the Internet when an e mail or browser application is closed on a single computer in order to allow mu
20. ced settings for the Access Point This on line help describes how to use the Custom Setup Utility For details on the Basic Access Point Setup Utility refer to the Operating Instructions manual supplied with the Wireless LAN PC Card Roles of the Wireless Palette and the Access Point setup utilities Internet S Ma Selecting a topic from the contents From the Contents list select the desired topic Searching using a Keyword 1 To search using a Keyword select the Index tab from the Help dialog box The Keyword list appears 2 Enter the keyword you want to apply or scroll the Keyword list 3 Select a topic then click Display Topics related to the Keyword appears 10 Getting started Unpacking Your Wireless LAN PC Card comes with the following items e Wireless LAN PC Card 1 e PC card case 1 e CD ROM Setup disk 1 e Operating Instructions 1 e END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT 1 e Other printed materials Indicators 1 DATA indicator Lights up while data exchange is in progress 2 LINK indicator Lights up while your computer is connected to the wireless LAN Description on the indicators DATA LINK Description Flashing green Lit green Normal communications Fast Flashing Lit green Peer to Peer mode green Off Lit green The PC card is powered but no communication is taking place Flashing at 10sec i
21. cess the Internet Category Appearance Fonts Colors E Navigator Languages Applications Smart Browsing Mail amp Newsgroups Roaming Access Composer 7 E network proxy is used to provide additional security between your computer and the Intemet usually along with a firewall and or to inteete perlamance between networks by reducing redundant tac via Manual proxy configuration icv Offline Automatic proxy configuration Advanced Configuration location URL Cache Proxies eee SmartUpdate Cancel Help 5 Click OK The Preferences dialog box closes 6 Click Reload in the browser window Upon completion of the above setup proceed to Installing software on page 40 39 Installing software Before Installing the software e Install and connect the Access Point e Install the driver software page 13 e Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card page 12 e Quit all Windows programs rey Tip If you want to install the software into another folder click Browse and select the folder or directly enter the folder name Once you set up your Windows environment install the Wireless Palette the Basic Setup Utility and the Custom Setup Utility software 1 From the Start menu click Run The Run dialog box appears 2 Enter the name of the installer e If the computer has an internal CD ROM drive enter Q SETUP EXE Q indicates the name of the int
22. communications with the Access Point display the communication status and switch the Access Point currently in use to another when multiple Access Points are present e Basic Access Point Setup Utility Basic Setup Utility You can set up the Access Point for Internet access This dialog driven utility covers basic setups for Internet access e Custom Access Point Setup Utility Custom Setup Utility You can make advanced configurations of the Access Point You can specify optional features for Internet access with this utility Task flow To build a wireless LAN environment you must configure both the Access Point and the Wireless LAN PC Card Required tasks depend on the state of your Access Point and Wireless LAN PC Card The table below lists their states and tasks required for building a wireless LAN environment Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into a computer set up the Windows environment and Wireless LAN PC Card New In use Access Connect the Access Connect the Access Point Point 1 Point 1 Register the Access Point using the Wireless Palette 3 Configure the Access New Point using the Basic install software 2 Setup Utility 4 Register the Access Point using the Wireless Palette 3 Configure the Access Point using the Basic Setup Utility 4 Insert the Wireless To communicate with LAN PC Card into a an Access Point computer set up the previ
23. ction describes how to get help and support from Sony as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless LAN PC Card About Sony s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your Wireless LAN PC Card When you have questions about your Wireless LAN PC Card and its related software check these options for answers O This guide explains how to use your Wireless LAN PC Card OThe Sony Wireless LAN PC Card support Web site http www sony com wirelesslansupport provides the latest information on your Wireless LAN PC Card On this Web site you will find e Answers to Frequently Asked Questions FAQs e An electronic version of the Operating Instructions e Help files e Installation information e Software updates OThe Sony e mail support service answers your questions by electronic mail Just send your question in an e mail message and a customer service representative will reply To send a question to Sony e mail support fill out the e mail form at http www sony com wirelesslansupport OThe Sony fax back service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics you want to receive To contact the Sony fax back service call 1 877 760 7669 OThe Sony Customer Information Services Center offers information about your Access Point Wireless LAN PC Card and other Sony products that work with your co
24. e Access Point Try later cannot remember the Encryption Key gt Use the Sony supplied Access Point Firmware Update Utility to resume the factory configuration of the Access Point Use the Wireless Palette to register the Access Point and establish communications with it Use one of the Access Point setup utilities to configure the Access Point For further information about how to use the Access Point Firmware Upgrade Utility select VAIO Wireless LAN Access Point Firmware Upgrade Manual to see the on line manual The Wireless Palette still shows the previous computer name after a change gt The Access Point has not yet recognized the new computer name Click the Nickname of the Access Point in the Tool Box window of the Wireless Palette then click Select If the correct information is displayed click OK The communication band is supposed to be 11 Mbps but M PEG2 data transfer fails 311 Mbps is a logical value The actual value is approximately 4 to 5 Mbps This occurs with almost all IEEE 802 11 compliant products The high speed stream transfer of MPEG2 may cause a short of the communication band No communication is available even though my computer is located within 50 m 165 feet of the Access Point gt The actual communication distance depends on the installation site and ambient conditions Move your computer closer to the Access Point GOn the dial up connection When using the d
25. e click Network adapters then double click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card The Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Properties dialog box appears Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Propertie 2 xI General Driver Resources Ba Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Device type Network adapters Manufacturer Sony Corporation Location CardBus Slot 0 Device status This device is working properly If you are having problems with this device click Troubleshooter to start the troubleshooter Device usage Use this device enable zl Confirm a message This device is working properly is displayed under Device status Click OK The Device Manager window reappears Click X The System Properties dialog box reappears Click OK The Control Panel window reappears Click X The Control Panel window closes 17 18 Software setup Setting up Windows environment Windows 98 Second Edition Note If the Version Conflict dialog box appears while you are setting up your Windows environment click Yes to continue To verify the installed network components 1 From the Start menu click Settings Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Double click the Network icon The Network dialog box appears Network 21x Configuration Identification Access Control The following network components are installed Sony i LINK 1394 Adapter Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC
26. eeeeseseenes 58 Tindicators eo a A 11 Inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card 12 Installing software ccccesceeeeeeeees 40 Installing the driver software 13 Internet Protocol TCP IP 30 ISDN Router LAN LAN Local Area Network 59 Local Only NetBEU Dr tieta oie 21 59 NetBEUI Protocol cceccceeeeeseeeeeeee 31 Peer to Peer mode cceecceeeseeeeseees 46 Phone Connection ccccseceseeseeeeees 51 Precautions scscseseseseseseseseseeeseseeeseeeeeees 56 Protocol nsns 59 Setting up the Access Point 004 49 Setting up Windows environment OAE T cost 18 29 Specifications 57 CR UP rae e sack oMagssaes 19 59 Troubleshooting scccccceseseeseeesteseenes 60 Uninstall software cccccceeeseeeeeeees 42 Unpacking scececccecceseeesseseeseseeseeteateseenes 10 Using the Help sssri 8 Verifying comunication with the Access PON en eseis etii ea ia iit 48 WAN Wide Area Network 06 59 Wireless Palette c cccccesesesseeeeeteeeees 5 65 d on recycled paper Printed in Japan
27. eneral Security Content Connections Programs Advanced Use the Internet Connection Wizard to connect your computer to the Internet rm Dial up settings so net Default Remo it Settings ici Ne Dial whenever a network connection is not present C Always dial my default connection Current so net Set Default mLocal Area Network LAN settings LAN Settings 5 Click LAN Settings The Local Area Network LAN Settings dialog box appears Local Area Network LAN Settings 2x m Automatic configuration Automatic configuration may override manual settings To ensure the use of manual settings disable automatic configuration I Use automatic configuration script pa o Add m Proxy server I Use a proxy server 7 Port J Advanced er For local addres cms 6 Check Automatically detect settings under Automatic configuration T ClickOK The Local Area Network LAN Settings dialog box closes 8 Click OK The Internet Properties dialog box closes 9 Click XJ The Control Panel window closes Upon completion of the above setup proceed to Installing software on page 40 Netscape Communicator 1 Launch Netscape Communicator Click Preferences form the Edit menu 2 3 Click Advanced 4 Click Proxies then check Direct connection to the Internet Proxies IDorigure prosies to ac
28. ernal CD ROM Your CD ROM drive may be identified with a different letter e If you have copied the Wireless LAN folder from the supplied CD ROM to your computer s hard disk say in the C Temp folder when installing the driver software on page 13 enter C Temp WirelessLAN SETUP EXE 3 Click OK The Wireless LAN Utility Setup dialog box appears 4 Click Next The License Agreement dialog box appears 5 Read the agreement and click Yes to accept The Choose Destination Location dialog box appears 6 Select the folder where you want to install the software and click Next The Setup Type dialog box appears O Tip If you want select specific software applications select Custom and click Next 7 Select Standard and click Next Software installation begins and the Setup Complete dialog box appears a while 8 Click Finish The Confirmation Items dialog box appears 9 Confirm the information and click OK Installation is complete and your computer restarts Proceed to the next section Setting up the connection environment on page 44 for instructions how to establish connection between the computer and the Access Point Registering your Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless LAN PC Card When you restart your computer after installing the software a registration icon will appear on the desktop Connect to the Internet using your Internet Service Provider Double click the registration icon to reg
29. etup Utility or the Custom Setup Utility Contact your network administrator for instructions e If the Encryption Key is specified wireless communications are encrypted for protection against unauthorized reception 2 Click the Tool Box button The Tool Box window appears Tool E Ox int List 3 Click Add The Add New Access Point dialog box appears Nickname fi Access Point ID l Encryption Key l Peer to Peer E Channel iF z omon 4 Specify the Nickname Access Point ID and Encryption Key The Nickname identifies the Access Point Enter up to eight alphanumeric characters for Nickname If multiple Access Points exist make sure to assign a unique name to each one For Access Point ID and Encryption Key enter the six digit Access Point ID from the bottom of the Access Point The factory set Encryption Key are the last five digit of the Access Point ID 45 46 rey Tip A wireless LAN environment between multiple computers may also be established in the Peer to Peer mode 5 Click OK The Tool Box window reappears 6 Select the Nickname of the Access Point to which you want to connect T Click Select Wireless Access Point Nickname SUN Access Point ID fi ebbff Encryption Key oreo Peer to Peer jn Channel f z omen 8 Click OK The Nickname of the selected Access Point is displayed on the Wireless Palette EARTH SUN If an error messa
30. for technical support Charges may apply for technical support unless and to the extent that free technical support for a limited period is provided in writing as a feature of your Product Prior to placing you call please have available the model and serial numbers for your Product date of purchase a list of all options installed in your Product and a detailed description of the problem For Product support online knowledge base frequently asked questions and free updates via the Internet http www sony com wirelesslansupport For Product information service assistance resolution of a service problem or technical assistance call 1 877 760 7669 Save this for future reference 2000 Sony Electronics Inc Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited All rights reserved SONY is a registered trademark of Sony Index Basic Access Point Setup Utility 5 Cable Modem XDSL ccccccccceeseeseeeees 52 Channel number sesser 59 Cleta tev ticcsaces a 59 Client for Microsoft Networks 21 32 Copying a file from another computer a A E E ANE 53 Custom Access Point Setup Utility 5 DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol oeda aa aas 59 DNS Domain Name System 59 Encryption Key ccccseesseeseeseneseeeenees 59 File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks cecceccecceseseeseeeeseeeeeeeeees 22 32 Getting Help oo ccccccceseeestes
31. ge is displayed the information you entered contains an error Go back and repeat step 3 through step 8 To establish a wireless LAN environment without using the Access Point Peer to Peer mode To establish a wireless LAN environment without using the Access Point follow the steps in this section on only one of the computers on the wireless LAN On the other computers perform the procedure described in the section To establish communications with the Access Point on page 44 Notes e Check Peer to Peer on only one computer to establish the wireless LAN If other Access Points are present in close proximity and problems occur try another channel Note Enter the same Access Point ID and Encryption Key on all computers on the same wireless LAN Notes e It takes some time for the Peer to Peer mode to effect Clicking OK causes Windows to search the DHCP server in the wireless LAN environment to obtain an IP address It will take longer without a DHCP server If no DHCP server is found an unused IP address is assigned Windows Auto IP feature In the Peer to Peer mode the Wireless Palette status window does not display any computer name Follow steps 1 through 3 in the section To establish communications with the Access Point on page 44 Check Peer to Peer and specify Channel For Channel select a channel you want to use for wireless communications Enter the Access Point ID and the Encrypt
32. h the Wireless LAN PC Card into the slot until it is firmly seated Inserting the card will extend the eject button If the card does not fit easily do not force it in Take the card out and try reinserting To the PC card slot To remove the Wireless LAN PC Card 1 2 Close the software that uses the wireless LAN Stop PC Card Services on the system tray and pr Control Panel Remove the Wireless LAN PC Card following the instructions in your computer s manual Installing the driver software Notes If your operating system is Windows 2000 you must log onto your system with Administrator privileges If your computer has only one PC card slot and your CD ROM drive must be connected through it copy the Wireless LAN folder from the Sony supplied CD ROM into the hard disk before inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card The following uses C Temp folder as an example If you can use the CD ROM drive while the Wireless LAN PC Card is inserted the following steps are not required Begin installation starting from step 1 Connect the CD ROM drive to the computer and insert the Sony supplied CD ROM into the drive Copy the Wireless LAN folder in the CD ROM to C Temp folder with the Windows Explorer Remove the CD ROM drive from the PC card slot then proceed to step 2 If your computer has two PC card slots and your CD ROM drive must be connected through one of them connect the CD ROM drive
33. he Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties dialog box appears Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties 2 xI General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings IP addte subnet mask Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically mC Use the following DNS server addresses Advanced Cancel 2 Click Obtain an IP address automatically then click OK The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box reappears 3 Click OK The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box closes 4 Click XJ The Network and Dial up Connections window closes Proceed to the next section To verify the computer name and workgroup on page 34 upon completion of these instructions 34 To verify the computer name and workgroup Computer names are displayed on the status indication window of the Wireless Palette 1 From the Start menu click Settings then click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Double click the System icon The System Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Network Identification tab then click Properties The Identification Changes dialog box appears You can change the name and the membership of this computer Changes may affect access to network resources Computer name peers ooo Full computer name
34. ial up connection the Internet connection is unintentionally disconnected gt The automatic disconnection feature is enabled If no communication takes place for two minutes the Access Point automatically disconnects the dial up connection by default To change this setting use the Custom Access Point Setup Utility For further information see the Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help When the automatic connection feature is enabled a connection to the Internet is unintentionally established Some e mail applications periodically check incoming mail Windows also periodically establishes a connection to the Internet for update notices The dial up connection is disabled for a while after disconnection by clicking Disconnect gt The Access Point does not accept a connection command issued by clicking Connect for one minute after manual disconnection Wait approximately one minute after disconnection then try again 61 62 Limited Warranty Statement Sony Wireless LAN PC Card Warranty The limited warranty on your hardware covers parts and labor against defects in material or workmanship for a period of three months from the original date of purchase You can extend the warranty period for an additional nine months by registering your Wireless LAN PC Card See Registering Your Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless LAN PC Card on page 41 Once you register your Wireless LAN PC Card the limited warr
35. ify the Computer alphanumeric name and Workgroup characters to every computer connected to 2 ClickOK T eee The System Settings Change dialog box appears e workgroup indicates the name of a System Settings Change group sharing files Assign the same 2 You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect workgroup name for all Do you want to restart your computer now computers that share files Note 3 Click Yes to restart the computer Restarting the computer takes longer than booting Proceed to the next section To set up sharing on the computer on page 25 on completion of these instructions Tip For further information on sharing on the computer refer to the Windows manual or Help files Note Consider all issues before making any folder available for sharing on the wireless LAN To set up sharing on the computer You can let other users share drives and folders from your computer on the wireless LAN The following information explains how to share Drive C C as an example You can also set up your computer to share other drives and folder 1 Double click My Computer on the Windows desktop 2 Right click the Drive C icon and click Properties The Properties dialog box appears Win98 C Properties 2 x General Tools Sharing gy Label Type Local Disk File system FAT fH Used space 941 883 392 bytes 898MB JT Free space 317 161 472 bytes 3
36. inter connected to your computer Print and Filesharing is not recommended while connected to the Internet Security is an issue and Microsoft warns to disable Please consider using firewall software To add Client for Microsoft Networks If Client for Microsoft Networks is not displayed in step 2 on page 29 follow the steps below 1 Click Install on the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears Click Client then Add The Select Network Service dialog box appears Click Client for Microsoft Networks Click OK Client for Microsoft Networks is added to the component list To add File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks If File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks is not displayed in step 2 on page 29 follow the steps below 1 Click Install on the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears Click Service then click Add The Select Network Service dialog box appears Click File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Click OK File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks is added to the component list When you have added all components proceed to the next section To Specify the IP address on page 33 To specify the IP address 1 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP from the component list of the Local Area Connection Properties then click Properties T
37. ion Key Enter up to 32 alphanumeric characters for Access Point ID Enter five alphanumeric characters for Encryption Key Click OK The Tool Box window appears Click the Nickname for the Peer to Peer configuration you registered previously Click Select The configuration data of the selected Nickname is displayed Click OK The Peer to Peer mode takes effect 47 48 X Tips The icon may appear as FAN or ay If so no communications are taking place with the Access Point Check the Access Point s configuration For further information refer to the Wireless Palette Help files Verifying communication with the Access Point Follow the steps below to verify that if the Wireless LAN PC Card has a connection with the Access Point 1 Double click the on the task tray The Wireless Pallete status window appears Computer Name Nickname B Reception Level Indicator 2 Verify the Nickname The Nickname identifies the Access Point with which the computer has a connection Verify that the Nickname you entered page 45 is displayed 3 Verify the reception level The reception level indicator M M D indicates the condition of the communications with the Access Point indicates the optimum communication When fag or W is displayed no communications are taking place between the Access Point and the computer Check the Access Point configuration For more information refe
38. is accessible only to members of the same department or a home LAN that is accessible only to family members NetBEUI NetBIOS Extended User Interface NetBEUI is part of the transport layer not the NetBIOS programming interface NetBEUI cannot be routed so it is most appropriate in single subnet continuous network Protocol The formal specifications that define the procedures for computers to follow when transmitting and receiving data TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol TCP is a connection oriented protocol for establishing reliable sequenced data transfer TCP ensures that data reaches its destination IP assembles and addresses data packets for transmission to their network destinations WAN Wide Area Network A network that interconnects remote LANs through the Internet or telephone lines 59 60 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your Wireless LAN PC Card or Wireless LAN Access Point Many problems have simple solutions so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Information Services Center O On the overall wireless communications My computer does not detect the Wireless LAN PC Card gt The Wireless LAN PC Card may not be properly inserted into the PC card slot of your computer Check that the Wireless LAN PC Card is inserted in the proper direction then push it in as far as it will go
39. ister the products For details on customer registration refer to the supplied Customer Registration for the Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless LAN PC Card Caution To protect your personal data Sony uses SSL an encryption protocol for communication between your browser and the Sony WWW server If you are accessing the Internet from inside of an enterprise LAN you may not be able to use SSL due to the proxy server of the LAN Contact your network administrator in this situation To modify the installed software You can uninstall a specific software application or add one later on 1 Display the Wireless LAN Utility Setup dialog box See steps 1 though 3 on page 40 for details 2 Select Modify and click Next The Select Components dialog box appears 41 rey Tip To uninstall a specific software application uncheck the application you want to uninstall rey Tip To uninstall a specific software application select Modify and click Next See To modify installed software on page 41 for more information 42 3 Check the software applications you want to install then click Next The software installation begins and the Maintenance Complete dialog box appears after installation is completed 4 Click Finish To start the software Select VAIO Wireless LAN from the Start menu and then select software you want to launch To uninstall software Windows 98 Second Edition 1 From the Start menu clic
40. k Settings then click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Double click the Add Remove Programs icon The Add Remove Programs Properties dialog box appears Select Wireless LAN Utility from the list of automatically removable software and click Add Remove The Wireless LAN Utility Setup dialog box appears Select Remove and click Next The Confirm File Deletion dialog box appears Click OK Software uninstallation begins and the Maintenance Complete dialog box appears after installation is completed 6 Click Finish Tip To uninstall a specific software application select Modify and click Next See To modify installed software on page 41 for more information Windows 2000 1 From the Start menu click Settings then click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Double click the Add Remove Programs icon The Add Remove Programs dialog box appears Select Wireless LAN Utility from the list of currently installed programs and click Add Remove The Wireless LAN Utility Setup dialog box appears Select Remove then click Next The Confirm File Deletion dialog box appears Click OK Software uninstallation begins and the Maintenance Complete dialog box appears after installation is completed Click Finish 43 Wireless LAN connection Setting up the connection environment rey Tip If the icon is not on the tray select VAIO Wireless LAN Wireless P
41. k test is disabled until the POWER indicator of the Access Point turns green It takes approximately 30 seconds before the POWER indicator turns green Note If you select ISDN Router LAN make sure to restart the computer upon completion of the link test Cable Modem xDSL ISDN Router LAN and Local Only The confirmation dialog appears 1 Make sure you have made correct settings and click NEXT Changes to the Access Point settings are reflected and the Finish screen appears 2 Click LINK TEST The link test between the Access Point and the computer is performed When the confirmation dialog box appears click FINISH to exit This completes the software setup The wireless LAN environment is complete Now you can copy a file from another computer on the wireless LAN page 53 or connect to the Internet page 54 Copying a file from another computer Note To copy a file from another computer you must enable file sharing on the computer page 25 page 36 containing the file Note With the standard configuration you can copy files into the computer from which you are working Once you have verified the network connection using the Wireless Palette you can copy a file from another computer on the LAN 1 Double click the Network Neighborhood icon Windows 98 Second Edition or the My Network Places icon Windows 2000 on the desktop 2 Double click the desired computer The drives ena
42. ltiple computers to have simultaneous Internet access Thus to disconnect the dial up connection you must follow the above steps The Access Point automatically disconnects the dial up connection if no communication is made within two minutes This disconnect period may be changed with the Custom Setup Utility For further information see the Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help Note When the ISDN router is in use the Connect Disconnect function of the Wireless Palette is disabled Notes e Check the cable modem s ability to make an Internet connection e When the cable modem s is in use Connect Disconnect is not displayed on the Wireless Palette ISDN Router 1 Perform the connection attempt procedure on the ISDN router See the manual that came with your ISDN router for details Connection to the Internet service provider is established Launch your web browser A home page is displayed Cable Modem 1 Launch your web browser A home page is displayed The cable modem holds open the connection to the Internet When the computer is connected to the Access Point it is also connected to the Internet 55 56 Additional information Precautions Safety Do not drop or cause a mechanical shock to the Wireless LAN PC Card as this may damage the unit Installation Do not place the Wireless LAN PC Card where it will be exposed to the following conditions e Unstable su
43. mputer To contact the Sony Customer Information Services Center call 1 877 760 7669 Glossary Channel number The frequency used for wireless communications Wireless communications are available only among client computers and Access Points that use the same channel Client A single computer on a wireless LAN It may be called a client computer as well DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP lets network administrators centrally manage and automate assignment of IP addresses with a network environment DNS Domain Name System A system that translates host names into IP addresses Networks that use the TCP IP protocol such as the Internet use a set of numbers like 192 168 0 1 IP address to identify a computer However since the IP address is rather hard to remember DNS was developed to allow a name like www sony com to identify a computer for convenience DNS servers manage these translations from host names into IP addresses Encryption Key TEEE802 11 compliant security system Using the Encryption Key as the password only client computers and Access Points that have the same ID and password may log onto the same wireless LAN for file sharing LAN Local Area Network A network which is accessible only to its members unlike the Internet which is open to an unlimited number of people A LAN may be built for different purposes For example you can build an office LAN that
44. ntervals The PC card is operating but no connection is established Off The PC card is powered off 11 Inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card If you are inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card for the first time install the driver software before inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card See Installing the driver software on page 13 for details This section explains how to insert and remove the Wireless LAN PC Card to your computer You do not need to turn off your computer when 12 Notes If your computer has two PC card slots insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into the top slot Inserting it into the bottom slot blocks the top slot with its antenna If your computer is the PCG Z505 series you cannot insert or remove the Memory Stick media into or from the Memory Stick slot while the Wireless LAN PC Card is inserted Before using the Wireless LAN PC Card turn off System Suspend mode or System Hibernation mode using the PowerPanel software While the computer is in System Suspend mode or System Hibernation mode the Wireless LAN PC Card may not be recognized when it is removed and reinserted inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card 1 Insert the card in the direction of the arrow Remove the PC card slot protector from the computer Some computers contain the card slot protector to prevent damage to the slot while not in use Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC card slot Pus
45. o uninstall software 06 42 Wireless LAN connection Setting up the connection ENVITONMENL 0 eeeseseeeeseseeseseteeeeeeees 44 To establish communication with the Access Point eee 44 Verifying communication with the Access Point oo 48 Setting up the Access Point 49 Copying a file from another COMP ULE is isiin asiaa 53 Connecting to the Internet 54 Additional information PLECAUTIONS enssins 56 Specifications 0 57 Getting Help 0 58 GIOSSALY indii nias 59 Troubleshooting 0 0 60 Limited Warranty Statement 62 TA OX iiyakan airle 65 Overview What you can do with your Wireless LAN PC Card You can build a Wireless LAN Local Area Network using the Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA C100 The Wireless LAN PC Card can be used with or without the Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA A100 hereinafter referred to as the Access Point With the Access Point you can build a wireless LAN between multiple computers that are equipped with the Wireless LAN PC Card and gain access to the Internet You can achieve direct communication Peer to Peer mode between computers without using the Access Point S Tip A wireless LAN may have up to 16 computers connected Communication through the Access Point About the supplied software The Wireless LAN PC Card comes with the following software e Wireless Palette You can set up a computer containing the Wireless LAN PC Card for
46. ocal Disk File system FAT32 WE Used space 893 452 288 bytes 852 MB Ji Free space 3 843 264 512 bytes 3 57 GB Capacity 4 736 716 800 bytes 4 41 GB Drive C Disk Cleanup Cancel 3 Click the Sharing tab and click Share this folder 4 Click OK C is made available for sharing on the wireless LAN If you have accessed to the Internet via the telephone line proceed to the next section To change Internet Connection settings on page 37 upon completion of this setting If you have accessed to the Internet via a cable modem xDSL modem or ISDN router proceed to Installing software on page 40 To change Internet connection settings If your Internet access has been via a telephone line you must change the Internet connection settings Microsoft Internet Explorer 1 Select Settings Control Panel from the Start menu 2 Double click Internet Options 3 Click the Connections tab 21x General Security Content Connections Programs Advanced fm Use the Internet Connection Wizard to connect your computer to the Internet Dial up settings 3 so net Default Add Remove Settings Never dial a connection Dial whenever a network connection is not present Always dial my default connection Current so net m Local Area Network LAN settings LAN Settings OK Cancel Apply 37 38 4 Check Never dial a connection 2Ixi G
47. of the Access Point If the Access Point ID displayed is different from the one on the label enter the correct ID Access Point ID y SN 00UT12345678 ID 123456 PN 012756 Factory set Encryption KEY 49 50 Note Using the Wireless Palette enter the same Encryption Key on every computer in the wireless LAN as specified for the Access Point Y Tips e If there are two or more Access Points in close proximity assign a unique channel number to avoid radio interference The factory set Encryption Key of the access point is the last five digits of the Access Point ID Note If you have accidentally selected a wrong access method click BACK and select the correct one 3 Enter the common parameters Channel Number and Encryption Key Select the channel that the Access Point uses for wireless communications for Channel Number You can use Channel 1 4 7 or 10 Enter any five digit alphanumeric characters for Encryption Key Selection of connection mode and setup of common parameters Connection Mode Common Parameters Phone Connection A Channel Number j ISDN Router LAN Eo yenan C Local Only 4 Select the access method to the Internet from Connection Mode and click NEXT Select a destination to connect the Access Point Available options are Phone Connection Cable Modem xDSL ISDN Router LAN and Local Only The dialog that appears next depends on your selection Note
48. ork proxy is used to provide additional security between your computer and the Internet usually along with a firewall and or to increase performance between networks by reducing redundant trafic via caching Languages Applications Smart Browsing Mail amp Newsgroups E Roaming Access 5 Te eae Manual proxy configuration Vi a Offline Automatic proxy configuration Advanced Configuration location URL Cache Prosies neoa SmartUpdate Cancel Help 5 Click OK The Preferences dialog box closes 6 Click Reload in the browser window Upon completion of the above setup proceed to Installing software on page 40 Setting up Windows environment Windows 2000 Note When multiple connection environments exist multiple Local Area Connection icons are displayed Locate the icon that pops up as Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card and double click it To verify the current network components 1 From the Start menu click Settings click Network and Dial up Connections The Network and Dial up Connections window appears 2 Double click the Local Area Connection icon The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears 21xi General Connect using E3 Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Configure v See works M E File and Printer Sharing fot Microsoft Networks mponent VIF NetBEUI Protocol Co PONE MIY Intemet Protocol TCP IP list Install Uninstall
49. ously used in Windows another wireless LAN Tass environment and environment from a install software 2 Register the Access Point using the Wireless Palette 3 computer containing the Wireless LAN PC Card Register the Access Point using the Wireless Palette 4 1 See Connections in the Access Point Operating Instructions manual 2 See Inserting the Wireless LAN PC Card and succeeding sections in this manual 3 See To establish communication with the Access Point and succeeding sections in this manual For further information see the Wireless Palette Help files 4 See Setting up the Access Point and succeeding sections in this manual System requirements e Sony VAIO series personal computers CPU MMX Pentium 233 MHz and above RAM 64 MB and above CD ROM drive Default built in PCMCIA Type II slot e Operating system For best results use a computer with one of the preinstalled not upgraded versions operating systems below Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition English version Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional English version e Display SVGA 800 x 600 pixels and above supports High Color 16 bit and above Notes e Sony does not assure trouble free operation for all computers satisfying these system requirements e The Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA A100 is required to gain access to the Internet e An Internet Service Provider ISP is required for In
50. r the Wireless Palette Help 4 Verify the Computer Name The Computer Name is the computer name you have specified on page 24 Windows 98 Second Edition or page 34 Windows 2000 The wireless LAN connection is established with the computers displayed Tip To launch the Custom Setup Utility click the Start button and select VAIO Wireless LAN Custom Access Point Setup Utility Note If an error message appears click OK then confirm the following and repeat step 2 e The Access Point is powered e The correct Access Point ID is displayed e The Access Point and the computer are located within a rage of approximately 50 m 165 feet Setting up the Access Point You can change the Access Point settings by using the Basic Setup Utility Changes to the settings may be made by using the Custom Setup Utility as well This operation must be performed on a single computer on the wireless LAN 1 From the Start menu click VAIO Wireless LAN Basic Access Point Setup Utility The Basic Setup Utility starts Enter Access Point Information Access Point ID j22a225 Make sure that the Access Pointis powered on before proceeding with the configuration process SCAN CANCEL 2 Confirm that the Access Point ID displayed is the one assigned to the Access Point you are configuring then click SCAN The Access Point ID is a six digit number on the label attached on the bottom surface
51. rface e High humidity or poor ventilation e Excessive dust e Direct sunlight or extreme heat e Closed cars e Magnetized location near a magnets speaker or TV Operation If the Wireless LAN PC Card is moved directly from a cold location to a warm one or if it is placed in a very damp environment moisture may condense on the parts inside The Wireless LAN PC Card may not operate properly should moisture occur Cleaning Clean the casing with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution Do no use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may damage the finish of the casing Specifications Protocol support TCP IP NetBEUI compliant Standard TEEE802 11b TEEE802 11 Radio frequency 2 4 GHz Modulation method DS SS IEEE802 11 compliant General Power requirements 5 V AC supplied from the computer through the PC card adapter Current Peak current at transmission 280 mA peak current at reception 180 mA Connector PC card slot Type II Dimensions approx Approx 118 x 5 x 54 mm approx 4 3 4 x 7 s2 x 2 1 4 inches w h d Antenna height 8 7mm 11 3 inches Mass Approx 55 g approx 2 oz Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F not condensed Environment temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F not condensed Supplied accessories See Unpacking on page 10 57 58 Getting Help This se
52. rk protoco xi y Click the Network Protocol that you want to install then click OK If you have 9 an installation disk for this component click Have Disk Network Protocol AppleTalk Protocol DLC Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP NetBEUI Protocol Network Monitor Driver NwLink IPX SPX NetBIOS Compatible Transport Protocol Have Disk Cancel 3 Click Internet Protocol TCP IP 4 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP is added in the component list axl General Connect using BY Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Configure Components checked are used by this connection AF Client for Microsoft Networks M E File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks MF NetBEUI Protocol M Y Internet Protocol TCP IP Uninstall Properties Description Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network I Show icon in taskbar when connected To add NetBEUI Protocol If NetBEUI Protocol is not displayed in step 2 on page 29 follow the steps below 1 Click Install from the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears 2 Click Protocol then click Add The Select Network Protocol dialog box appears 3 Click NetBEUI Protocol 4 Click OK NetBEUI Protocol is added to the component list 31 Note This setting is required to allow other computers on the same LAN to share files from your computer or the pr
53. rs Click Protocol then click Add The Select Network Protocol dialog box appears Click Microsoft under Manufacturers then click NetBEUI under Network Protocols Click OK NetBEUI gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is added under The following network components are installed To add Client for Microsoft Networks If Client for Microsoft Networks is not displayed in step 3 on page 19 follow the steps below 1 Click Add on the Configuration tab The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears Click Client then click Add The Select Network Client dialog box appears Click Microsoft under Manufacturers and select Client for Microsoft Networks under Network Clients Click OK Client for Microsoft Networks appears under The following network components are installed 21 22 Note This setting is required to allow other computers on the same LAN to share files from your computer or the printer connected to your computer Print and Filesharing is not recommended while connected to the Internet Security is an issue and Microsoft warns to disable Please consider using firewall software To add File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks If File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks is not displayed in step 3 on page 19 follow the steps below 1 Click File and Print Sharing on the Configuration tab The File and Print Sharing dialog box appears 2 Check I want
54. s Select Network Component Type 2x 19 20 2 Click Protocol then click Add The Select Network Protocol dialog box appears 3 Select Microsoft in the Manufacturers window and select TCP IP in the Network Protocols window Select Network Protocol x Click the Network Protocol that you want to install then click OK IF you have Rs an installation disk for this device click Have Disk Manufacturers Network Protocols X7 Microsoft 32 bit DLC 7 Microsoft DLC NetBEUI YT WAN support for ATM F Winsock2 ATM Service Provider ba Have Disk Caneel 4 ClickOK TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card appears under The following network components are installed Network 2 x Configuration Identification Access Control The following network components are installed Sony iLINK 1394 Adapter Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card NetBEUI gt Sony iLINK 1394 Adapter Y NetBEUI gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Y7 TCP IP gt Sony iLINK 1394 Adapter YT TCP IP gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card zi Primary Network Logon Client for Microsoft Networks 7 File and Print Sharing Description To add NetBEUI If NetBEUI gt Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is not displayed in step 3 on page 19 follow the steps below 1 Click Add on the Configuration tab The Select Network Component Type dialog box appea
55. t Default Add Remove Settings ree e whenever a network connection is not present C Always dial my default connection G rrent sanet mLocal Area Network LAN settings LAN Settings OK Cancel Apply 5 Click LAN Settings The Local Area Network LAN Settings dialog box appears Local Area Network LAN Settings 2 x m Automatic configuration Automatic configuration may override manual settings To ensure the use of manual settings disable automatic configuration I Use automatic configuration script Address m Proxy server J Use a proxy server Address J Port Advanced F By ver for local addres 55 proxy cm 6 Check Automatically detect settings under Automatic configuration Make sure the check box for Use a Proxy Server is not selected 28 T Click OK The Local Area Network LAN Settings dialog box closes 8 Click OK The Internet Properties dialog box closes 9 Click XJ The Control Panel window closes Upon completion of the above setup proceed to Installing software on page 40 Netscape Communicator 1 Launch Netscape Communicator 2 Click Preferences from the Edit menu 3 Click Advanced 4 Click Proxies then check Direct connection to the Internet Category Appearance Proxies Configure proxies to access the Internet Fonts Colors r E Navigator A netw
56. ternet access About this manual Note Install and connect the Access Point as described in its Operating Instructions manual This manual explains the operation of the Wireless LAN PC Card and the installation and setup of the supplied software For details on using the Wireless Palette and the Custom Setup Utility software supplied with the Wireless LAN PC Card refer to the software s on line Help files The Wireless LAN PC Card has two on line Help files e Wireless Palette Help e Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help Opening the Help files e Wireless Palette Help From the Start menu click VAIO Wireless LAN Wireless Palette Help e Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help From the start menu click VAIO Wireless LAN Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help E Custom Access Point Setup Utility Help ol x He 2 aw S Hide Locate Becs fow d Home Print Options Contents index Search Getting started The Custom Access Point Setup Utility hereinafter referred to as E Configuring the Access Point the Custom Setup Utility is designed for medium and advanced E Acttional information network users to configure the Wireless LAN Access Point hereinafter referred to as the Access Point in great detail The basic setup for the Access Point may be done using the Basic Access Point Setup Utility With the Custom Setup Utility however you can make more advan
57. to the bottom slot Install the driver software for the Wireless LAN PC Card The installation procedure requires the availability of a CD ROM drive when the Wireless LAN PC Card inserted 1 2 Insert the supplied CD ROM into the CD ROM drive Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC card slot The Add New Hardware Wizard appears Add New Hardware Wizard This wizard searches for new drivers for Sony Corporation PCWaA C100 device driver is a software program that makes a hardware device work i Cancel Click Next Confirm that Find an appropriate driver for a device in use is selected then click Next Select Specify a search location If the internal CD ROM drive of your computer contains the supplied CD ROM select CD ROM drive If the contents of the supplied CD ROM have been copied onto the hard disk do the following 1 Check Specify a search location 2 Click Browse 3 Select the copied folder C Temp WirelessLAN in this example and click OK 13 14 Note Restarting the computer takes longer than booting 6 Click Next to begin search 7 Click Next to begin driver installation Wait for installation to complete A new display screen appears when installation is complete Click Finish If your operating system is Windows 98 Second Edition follow the on screen instructions to restart the computer To verify driver installation Windows 98 Second
58. x appears Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Properties 2 x General Driver Resources Ha Sony PC WA C100 Wireless PC Card Device type Network adapters Manufacturer Sony Corporation Hardware version Not available Device status This device is working properly Device usage Exists in all hardware profiles 5 Confirm that the message This device is working properly is displayed under Device status 6 Click OK The System Properties dialog box reappears T Click OK The Control Panel window reappears 15 16 Note If Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is not displayed in the PC Card PCMCIA Properties dialog box the Wireless LAN PC Card is not working properly Repeat steps 1 through 4 on page 14 Click Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card then click Remove to remove the driver Click Yes to restart the computer When the computer restarts repeat from step 2 in Installing the driver software 8 Double click the PC Card PCMCIA icon The PC Card PCMCIA Properties dialog box appears PC Card PCMCIA Properties 21x Socket Status Global Settings To remove a PC card select it from the list and then click Stop BS ony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card Socket 1 sin _ V Show control on taskbar I Display warning if card is removed before it is stopped Cancel 9 Confirm that Sony PCWA C100 Wireless PC Card is displayed under Socket
59. y period is extendible only to the original purchaser for an additional period of nine 9 months for a total of twelve 12 months from date of purchase when the Product is registered within ninety 90 days from the original date of purchase All defective parts replaced under this Limited Warranty will become the property of SONY This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product It does not cover the technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the Product SONY excludes all warranties express or implied in respect of any software provided with the product and any such software is provided AS IS unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software limited warranty Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for your rights and obligations with respect to the software This Limited Warranty is non transferable Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale which is evidence that the Product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service In addition if replacement parts are required and you wish to receive the most expedient service available you will be required to provide SONY with a credit card authorization to bill your credit card in the event you fail to return the original parts in the postage paid envelope we provide The credit card
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