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Intel PRO/ Wireless 3945ABG Network Adapter

1. The settings on this page control the behavior of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Application Settings Description Name Description Adapter Lists the network adapter that are currently available It may be either an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection an Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Advanced Settings The following settings control how Intel PROSet Wireless behaves and displays information Taskbar Show application icon on the taskbar Select to display the Taskbar status icon This icon resides on the Windows Taskbar Notification Area This icon provides the status of your wireless connection Clear to not display the Taskbar status icon The Taskbar Status Icon provides several functions e ViSual feedback for the connection state and wireless activity of your wireless network The icon changes color and animation for different wireless activity See Taskbar Icons for more information e Menu A menu is displayed when you right click the icon From this menu you perform tasks such as turn on or off the radio or launch the Intel PROSet Wireless application See Taskbar Menu Options for more information e Tool tips and desktop alerts See Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts for more information Notifications Show Alert Notifications Select to display desktop alerts
2. Network Name Name SSID of the wireless network Radio Displays the band if there is a DHCP error MAC Address The Ethernet MAC address of the device Reason Explains why this entry was excluded from automatic connection Details Provides specific information on how the access point was excluded and how to remove it from exclusion Exclude List Management This network has been excluded from automatic connection for the following reasons User has excluded this network manually To make this network or access points eligible for automatic connection again select it and click the Remove button Note The Reset button removes all entries except rogue access points from the list Rogue access points are removed from the list when a connection is made to this access point using valid credentials All excluded access points in a network other than rogue are removed from the list when a profile for that network is applied manually NOTE Entries that are dimmed are excluded rouge access points A rogue access point is any access point unsanctioned by network administrators These entries cannot be removed from the list Add Add a network name SSID to the list Remove Remove an entry from the list Select the entry from the list Click Remove You are asked Do you want to remove the selected item from the Exclude List 4 Click Yes to remove the profile from the list LA Ne Reset list R
3. Radio Management When this feature is enabled your wireless adapter provides radio management information to the Cisco infrastructure If the Cisco Radio Management utility is used on the infrastructure it configures radio parameters detects interference and rogue access points Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Specifications I ntel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection e Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection e Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection e Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Form Factor PCI Express TM Mini Card Dimensions Antenna Interface Connector Height 200 in x 1 18 in x 0 18 in 50 95 mm x 30 mm x 4 5 mm Hirose U FL R SMT mates with cable connector U FL LP 066 Dual Diversity Antenna On board dual diversity switching Connector Interface 53 pin Mini Card edge connector Voltage 3 3 V Operating Temperature Humidity 0 to 80 degrees Celsius 50 to 92 non condensing at temperatures of 25 C to 55 2C Frequency Modulation 5 GHz 802 11a 2 4 GHz 802 11b g Frequency band Modulation 5 15 GHz 5 85 GHz 2 400 2 4835 GHz dependent on country BPSK QPSK 16 QAM 64 CCK DQPSK DBPSK QAM Wireless Medium 5 GHz UNI
4. Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended 10 Enable 802 1x Selected 11 Authentication Type Select EAP FAST to be used with this connection SEH Create Wireless Profile p x Profile Name wireless General Settings Security Settings Security Settings Stee C Personal Security Enterprise Security EAP FAST Additional Ir EAP FAST Server Network Authentication Open sl Data Encryption WEP z V Enable 802 1 Authentication Type EAP FAST DI Step 1 of 3 EAP FAST Provisioning I Disable EAP FAST Enhancements CCXv4 M Provisioning of Protected Access Credentials PAC KR Allow unauthenticated provisioning KR Allow authenticated provisioning Default server None selected Server group DI V Use a certificate TLS Authentication IV Identity Protection Use a user certificate on this computer DI User Name a NOTE If CCXv4 Application Setting was not installed through an Administrator Package only EAP FAST User settings are available for configuration Refer to EAP FAST User Settings Step 1 of 2 EAP
5. NOTE Infrastructure networks are identified with an access point image 5 in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list 2 Click Profiles to access the Profiles list 3 Click Properties to open the Wireless Profile Properties General Settings The Profile name and Wireless Network Name SSID display Network Infrastructure should be selected as the Operating Mode 4 Click Next to access the Security Settings 5 Security Settings Select WPA Personal TKIP to provide security to a small business network or home environment A password called a pre shared key PSK is used The longer the password the stronger the security of the wireless network If your wireless access point or router supports WPA2 Personal then you should enable it on the access point and provide a long strong password The longer the password the stronger the security of the wireless network The same password entered in the access point needs to be used on this computer and all other wireless devices that access the wireless network NOTE WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal are not interoperable 6 Wireless Security Password Encryption Key Enter a text phrase with eight to 63 characters Verify that the network key matches the password in the wireless access point 7 Click OK to return to the Profiles list Set up a Client with WPA Personal AES CCMP or WPA2 Personal AES CCMP Security Settings Wi Fi Protected Access WPA is a security enhancement tha
6. NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator 3 Click OK to save the setting and close the page Set up a Client with PEAP Network Authentication PEAP authentication PEAP settings are required for the authentication of the client to the authentication server The client uses EAP TLS to validate the server and create a TLS encrypted channel between client and server The client can use another EAP mechanism for example Microsoft Challenge Authentication Protocol MS CHAP Version 2 over this encrypted channel to enable server validation The challenge and response packets are sent over a non exposed TLS encrypted channel The following example describes how to use WPA with AES CCMP or TKIP encryption with PEAP authentication To set up a client with PEAP Authentication Obtain and install a client certificate Refer to Set up the Client for TLS authentication or consult your administrator O 00 N O UT ee 10 11 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP prov
7. The Application Failed to Start The application that you specified to start when this profile connected could not be found Verify the path and file name in the Profile Wizard Advanced Settings To verify the path and file name From the Intel PROSet Wireless main window click Profiles Select the Profile Click Properties Click Advanced Click Enable Start Application Verify that the file name and file location path are correct Click OK to close the Advanced Settings OE we Ne 7 Click OK to close the General Settings and return to the Profiles list Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Administrator Tool Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e Set Administrator Password e Administrator Packages e Administrator Profiles o Persistent o Pre Logon o Voice over IP VolP e Administrator Tool Settings e Application Settings e Adapter Settings e Software e EAP FAST A ID Groups e Administrator Tasks The Administrator Tool is used by the person who has administrator privileges on this computer This tool is used to configure common shared profiles pre logon profiles and persistent connection profiles The Administrator Tool can also be used by an Information Technology department to configure user settings within the Intel R PROSet Wireless software and to create custom install packages to export to other systems T
8. v Intel Smart Wireless Solutions v Single Sign On W Pre Logon Connect Information Z v WM Support This feature and related e ES SE components require up to OB v Administrator Toolki on your hard drive Install Directory C Program Files Intel Wireless Space 4 gt Modify x Cancel NOTE If you plan to use Novell R Client TM for Windows it should be installed prior to installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software If Intel PROSet Wireless is already installed you should remove it prior to installation of Novell Client for Windows To install the software ors ene Insert the Installation CD in your CD drive Click Install Software on the Intel PROSet Wireless Installer screen Read the license agreement Select accept the terms in the license agreement Click Next Click Custom Select from the list of features to install Intel PROSet Wireless The Intel PROSet Wireless application software e Install Click Intel PROSet Wireless Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Proceed to step 8 e Not install Click This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed Intel Smart Wireless Solutions Provides an easy configuration wizard for connection to a wireless router e Install Click Intel Smart Wireless Solutions Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Proceed to step 8 e Not Inst
9. Closes and returns to the main window Provides help information for this page Help Use Windows to Manage Wi Fi Advanced menu Ka oi Intel PROSet Wireless ell x File Tools Advanced Profiles Help Windows is currently managing this wireless weie To connect to a wireless network please use the Windows Wireless Network Properties Open Network Properties Wireless Networks To manage profiles of previously connected wireless networks click the Profiles button Protiles WirelessOn 7 Help The Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration feature provides a built in wireless configuration utility This feature can be enabled and disabled within Intel PROSet Wireless Click Use Windows to manage Wi Fi on the Advanced menu or the Taskbar menu If Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration is enabled the features in Intel R PROSet Wireless are disabled Manage Exclusions Profiles menu Exclude List Management is available when you either select Manage Exclusions from the Profiles menu or click the Properties button on the Wireless Networks list IMPORTANT You are not automatically connected to a network or an access point that is in this list Use Exclude List Management to exclude entire wireless networks SSID For networks with more then one access point you may exclude an individual wireless access point BSSID Name Description
10. The severity levels are e Information e Error e Warning Description Brief description of the connection issue Date and Time Date and time of the detected connection issue This column can be sorted in ascending or descending order Click the column header to sort the displayed events Save As Saves the available log Use the suggested name or change it Clear Removes the information in the Wireless Event Viewer Resolve Errors Use the following recommendations to resolve network connection issues detected by Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Authentication failed due to invalid user credentials Authentication failed due to invalid user name Authentication failed due to an invalid server certificate Authentication failed due to invalid server credentials Authentication failed due to invalid server identity Authentication failed due to an invalid user certificate Incorrect PIN for retrieving certificate Authentication failed because the AAA server is unavailable The wireless adapter failed to get a valid IP address Authentication failed because timer expired Smart Card was unexpectedly removed Disconnection from an Access Point GSM adapter was unexpectedly removed The AAA Server Rejected the EAP Method Administrator Profile Failed to Authenticate Administrator Profile Failed to Obtain an IP Address from the DHCP Server The Application Failed to Start
11. o Enter another Wireless Security Password 5 Click OK to return to the Profiles list Personal Security Configure Profiles for Infrastructure Networks An infrastructure network consists of one or more access points and one or more computers with wireless adapters installed Each access point must have a wired connection to a wireless network For home users this is usually a broadband or cable network Set up a Client with No None Data Encryption On the Intel R PROSet Wireless main window select one of the following methods to connect to an Infrastructure network e Double click an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list Select an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Intel PROSet Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter NOTE Infrastructure networks are identified with an access point image amp 5 in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list Set up a Client with WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit Data Encryption When WEP data encryption is enabled a network key or password is used for encryption A network key is provided for you automatically for example it might be provided by your wireless network adapter manufacturer or you can enter it yourself and specify the key length 64 or 128 bit key format ASCII characters or hexadecimal digits and key index the location where a specific key is stored The greater the key length the
12. 5 Select Include Settings on the Profiles Application Settings Adapter Settings or Software pages to configure the options to be included in the package 6 Click Close 7 You are notified The current package is changed Would you like to save the changes 8 Click Yes Save the executable file to a directory on the local disk drive 9 Click Save The file is created NOTE This process may take several minutes 10 Click Finished to view the package contents o Click Apply this file to this computer if you want to use the package configuration on the Administrator s computer o Copy the executable file to any user s computer to install the configuration that has been saved in the package It is a silent install NOTE You can also select Save Package on the Administrator Tool File Menu to save the package To edit a package 1 Access the Administrator Tool 2 On the Open Administrator Package page click Open to edit an existing package 3 Click Browse Locate the package s executable file Click Open Make your updates Click Close You are notified The current package is changed Would you like to save the changes 7 Click Yes Save the executable file to a directory on the local disk drive i NOTE You can also select Open Package on the Administrator Tool File menu to edit an Administrator Package Administrator Profiles Administrator Profiles are owned and managed by the network administrator or the admini
13. Advanced Certificate Requests Select Submit a certificate request to this CA using a form Click Submit Advanced Certificate Request Select User certificate template Click Mark keys as exportable 10 E 12 13 Click Next Use the provided defaults Certificate Issued Click Install this certificate NOTE If this is the first certificate you have obtained the CA first asks you if it should install a trusted CA certificate in the root store This is not a trusted CA certificate The name on the certificate is that of the host of the CA Click Yes You need this certificate for both TLS and TTLS If your certificate was successfully installed you see the message Your new certificate has been successfully installed To verify the installation click Internet Explorer gt Tools gt Internet Options gt Content gt Certificates The new certificate should be installed in the Personal folder Import a Certificate from a File Soe aa 8 Open Internet Properties right click on the Internet Explorer icon on the desktop Select Properties Content Click Certificates The list of installed certificates appears Click Import to open the Certificate Import Wizard Select the file Specify your access password for the file Clear Enable strong private key protection Certificate store Click Automatically select certificate store based on the type of certificate the certificate must be in the user accounts personal
14. Authentication failed due to invalid user credentials Reenter credentials This authentication error can be caused by invalid user credentials could be user name password or other form of user credentials Use the following steps to resolve this error OV eS pa Select a TTLS PEAP LEAP or EAP FAST profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected The 802 1x Authentication Type should be selected Select Use the following for User Credentials Verify the User Name Domain and password information e If Use Windows logon or Prompt each time I connect is selected verify that you use the correct user credentials information when you connect to the wireless network Click OK to save the settings Authentication failed due to invalid user name Reenter user name This authentication error can be caused by an invalid user name Use the following steps to resolve this error iN Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected Select the appropriate 802 1x Authentication Type o For TTLS PEAP LEAP or EAP FAST profiles Use the following option should be selected o Verify the User Name information Click OK to save the settings Authentication failed due to an invalid server certificate Select an
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16. Displays Adapter Settings which correlates to the settings in the Microsoft Windows Advanced settings Refer to Adapter Settings for information Use Ctril A from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature To access Adapter Settings from Microsoft Windows Select Network Connections from the Windows Control Panel Right click the Wireless Network Connection Select Properties from the menu Click Configure to display the Advanced settings for the adapter Advanced Statistics Select to determine how the adapter communicates with an access point Use CtrIl S from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Refer to Advanced Statistics for more information Use Windows to manage Wi Fi Select to enable Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration as the wireless manager Use F10 from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Refer to Switch to Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration for more information Profiles Manage Profiles Select to create or edit profiles Use Ctrl R from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Manage Exclusions Select to exclude networks from automatic connection Refer to Manage Exclusions for more information Use Ctrl M from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Help Intel PROSet Wireless Help Starts the online help Use F1 from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature To navigate the
17. Electromagnetic Compatibility Final Draft EN 300 328 v1 5 1 Mar 2004 EN 301 893 v1 2 3 Aug 2003 For article 3 2 Effective use of the spectrum allocated The technical construction file is kept available at INTEL CORPORATION SA Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium Authorized Signature by Date July 19 2004 Vincent Colin Worldwide Homologations Manager WPD Regulatory Department Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999 5 EC Czech Intel R Corporation t mto prohla uje e tento Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection je ve shod se z kladn mi po adavky a dal mi peisluSnymi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Danish Undertegnede Intel R Corporation erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Hierbij verklaart Intel R Corporation dat het toestel Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze verklaart Intel R Corporation dat deze Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Hereby Intel R Corporation declares that this Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Net
18. Installs the Single Sign On features This tool is used to configure common shared profiles with the Administrator Tool The Fast User Switching and the Microsoft Windows XP Welcome Screen are disabled when Single Sign On support is installed Single Sign On is targeted to the enterprise environment where users logon to their computer with a user name password and typically a domain Fast User Switching does not support domain log on NOTE Windows Fast User Switching is enabled by default if you use Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition It is targeted for the home user Fast User Switching is also available on Microsoft Windows XP Professional if you install it on a stand alone or workgroup connected computer If a computer running Microsoft Windows XP Professional is added to a domain then Fast User Switching option is not available Pre Logon Connect A Pre Logon profile is active once a user logs onto the computer e Install Click Single Sign On Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Click Next and proceed to step 8 e Not Install Select This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed Click Install The installed components are listed after the software is installed on your computer Click OK NOTE When Pre Logon Connect is installed you are asked to reboot after installation of the software Add Post I nstallation Features If Intel PROSet Wireless is
19. None o Set up a Client with Open Network Authentication and WEP Data Encryption e Configure Profiles for Infrastructure Networks o Network Authentication a Set up a Client with Shared Network Authentication a Set up a Client with WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal Network Authentication a Set up a Client with WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Network Authentication o 802 1x Authentication Types a Set up a Client with MD5 Network Authentication Set up a Client with WEP Data Encryption and EAP SIM Network Authentication a Set up a Client with TLS Network Authentication a Set up a Client with TTLS Network Authentication a Set up a Client with PEAP Network Authentication a Set up a Client with LEAP Network Authentication a Set up a Client with EAP FAST Network Authentication Use Intel R PROSet Wireless Software The following sections describe how to use Intel R PROSet Wireless to set up the required security settings for your wireless adapter Refer to Personal Security It also provides information about how to configure advanced security settings for your wireless adapter This requires information from a systems administrator corporate environment or advanced security settings on your access point for home users Refer to Enterprise Security For general information about security settings refer to Security Overview Personal Security Use Personal Security if you are a home or small busi
20. PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Hardware Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection e Information for the User e Regulatory Information Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection e Information for the User e Regulatory Information Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection e Information for the User e Regulatory Information Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection and the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection The information in this document applies to the following products Tri mode wireless LAN adapters 802 11a 802 11b 802 11g Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection model WM3945ABG Dual mode wireless LAN adapters 802 11b 802 11g Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection model WM3945BG NOTE Due to the evolving state of regulations and standards in the wireless LAN field IEEE 802 11 and similar standards the information provided herein is subject to change Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein Information for the user Safety Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96 8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Netwo
21. Properties Edit the contents of an existing profile You can also double click a profile in Profiles list Wireless profiles can be automatically imported into the the Profile List to edit the profile Refer to Edit an Existing Profile for more Profiles list See Import and Export Profiles for more information information Close Closes the profile management window Export I mport Import and export user based profiles to and from the Connect to a Profile When you are in range of a wireless network that has a matching profile you are automatically connected to that network If a network with a lower priority profile is also in range you can force the connection to that lower profile This is achieved from Intel PROSet Wireless or from the Taskbar icon Manually connect to a profile from Intel PROSet Wireless 1 Double click the Taskbar icon to open the Intel PROSet Wireless main window 2 Click Profiles to open the Profiles list 3 Select the profile from the Profile list 4 Click Connect Remember that the connection is only made if the wireless network is in range Manually connect to a profile from the Taskbar Right click the Intel PROSet Wireless connection Taskbar icon Click Connect to Profile Select a profile Click to start the connection ee aa Create a New Profile Select a network from the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Create Wireless Profile Wizard guides you through the neces
22. The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection are designed to be interoperable with other wireless LAN products that are based on direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS radio technology and to comply with the following standards IEEE Std 802 11b compliant Standard on Wireless LAN IEEE Std 802 119 compliant Standard on Wireless LAN IEEE Std 802 11a compliant Standard on Wireless LAN Wireless Fidelity WiFi certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter and your health The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter like other radio devices emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by this device however is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter wireless device operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interp
23. of the AP e Number of associations The number of times the access point has found the adapter e AP count The number of available access points within range of the wireless adapter e Number of full scans The number of times the adapter has scanned all channels for receiving information e Number of partial scans The number of scans that have been terminated Roaming This information contains counters that are related to reasons for the adapter roaming Roaming occurs when an adapter communicates with one access point and then communicates with another for better signal strength e Roaming Count The number of times that roaming occurred e AP did not transmit The adapter did not receive radio transmission from the access point You may need to reset the access point e Poor beacon quality The signal quality is too low to sustain communication with the access point You have moved the adapter outside the coverage area of the access point or the access point s device address information has been changed e AP load balancing The access point ended its association with the adapter based on the access point s inability to maintain communication with all its associated adapters Too many adapters are trying to communicate with one access point e AP RSSI too low The Receive Signal Strength Indicator RSSI is too low to maintain an association with the adapter You may have moved outside the coverage area of the access point or the
24. s Home Network ABC Company Network Wireless Network Name SSID Name of the wireless network access point used by the wireless adapter for connection The SSID must match exactly the name of the wireless access point It is case sensitive When you configure a wireless network that was selected from the Wireless Networks list the SSID is taken from the wireless network list You cannot and should not change it Blank SSID If the wireless adapter receives a blank network name SSID from a stealth access point lt SSID not broadcast gt is displayed in the Wireless Networks list Provide the actual SSID for the access point After connection both the blank SSID and the associated SSID can be viewed in the available networks list Operating Mode Network Infrastructure Connect to an access point An infrastructure network consists of one or more access points and one or more computers with wireless adapters This connection is the type used in home networks corporate networks hotels and other areas that provide access to the network and or the internet Device to Device ad hoc Connect directly to other computers in an ad hoc wireless network This type of connection is useful for connections between two or more computers only It does not provide access to network resources or the internet Click Advanced to access the Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings allows you to set auto connect or auto import options
25. weakness is created by the clear text transmission of the challenge string to the client Once an invader finds the challenge string the shared authentication key can be easily reverse engineered Therefore open authentication is actually and counter intuitively more secure To create a profile with shared authentication Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile Page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security e ae eS 10 11 12 13 Network Authentication Select Shared Shared authentication is accomplished with a pre configured WEP key Data Encryption Select None WEP 64 or 128 bit or CKIP 64 or 128 bit Enable 802 1x Disabled Encryption Level 64 or 128 bit When switching between 64 and 128 bit encryption the previous settings are erased and a new key must be entered Key Index Select 1 2 3 or 4 Change the Key Index to specify up to four passwords Wireless Security Password Encryption Key Enter the wireless network password WEP Encryption Key This password is the same value used by the wireless AP or router Contact your administrator for this password e Pass phrase 64 bit Enter five 5 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z
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27. Ad Hoc QoS Mode Quality of Service QoS control in ad hoc networks QoS provides prioritization of traffic from the access point over a wireless LAN based on traffic classification WMM Wifi MultiMedia is the QoS certification of the Wi Fi Alliance WFA When WMM is enabled the adapter uses WMM to support priority tagging and queuing capabilities for Wi Fi networks e WMM Enabled Default e WMM Disabled NOTE This setting is unavailable if the adapter is an Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Mixed mode protection Preamble Mode Use to avoid data collisions in a mixed 802 11b and 802 11g environment Request to Send Clear to Send RTS CTS should be used in an environment where clients may not hear each other CTS to self can be used to gain more throughput in an environment where clients are in close proximity and can hear each other Changes the preamble length setting received by the access point during an initial connection Always use a long preamble length to connect to an access point Auto Tx Preamble allows automatic preamble detection If supported short preamble should be used If not use long preamble Long Tx Preamble NOTE This setting is unavailable if the adapter is an Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Preferred Band Select the operating band The selections are e 802 11g e 8
28. Card 2 3 User Credentials Select Prompt each time I connect On connection prompt for Select one of the following o Static Password On connection enter the user credentials o One time password OTP Obtain the password from a hardware token device o PIN Soft Token Obtain the password from a soft token program Click OK Select the profile on the Wireless Networks list Click Connect When prompted enter the user name domain and one time password OTP Click OK MS CHAP V2 This parameter specifies the authentication protocol operating over the PEAP tunnel 1 2 User Credentials Select one of the following options o Use Windows Logon Allows the 802 1x credentials to match your Windows user name and password Before connection you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature o Prompt each time I connect Prompts for user name and password every time you log onto the network o Use the following user name and password The user name and password are securely encrypted saved in the profile a User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server ew Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its subdomains for example zeelans c
29. Desktop Alerts provide feedback and interaction To display Tool Tips move your mouse pointer over the icon Desktop alerts are displayed when your wireless network changes state For example if you are out of range of any wireless networks a desktop alert is displayed when you come into range Select Show Information Notifications in the Application Settings to enable desktop alerts Tool Tips Tool tips display when the mouse pointer rolls over the icon The tool tips display text for each of the connection states Intel PROSet Wireless Connected to network1 Desktop Alerts When user action is required a desktop alert displays If you click the alert then an appropriate action is taken For example when wireless networks are found the following alert displays Lei Wireless networks found Click to connect to a wireless network Action Click the desktop alert to connect to network in the Wireless Networks list Once connected the alert displays the wireless network that you are connected to the speed of the connection signal quality and IP address Intel PROSet Wireless Connected to Wireless Speed 54 0 Mbps Signal Quality Excellent IP Address 192 168 1 103 Qi iP 2 ee EE EE Desktop alerts are also used to indicate if there is a connection problem Click the alert to open the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Connection problem Click to open Intel wireless Troubleshooter for help ES
30. FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network Refer to the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network Local Restrictions on 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Radio Usage A Caution Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products are designed for use only in specific countries and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use The device transmit power control TPC interface is part of the Intel R PROSet Wireless software Operational restrictions for Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power EIRP are provided by the system manufacturer Any deviation from the permissible power and frequency settings for the country of use is an infringement of national law and may be punished as such For country specific information see the additional compliance information supplied with the product Wireless interoperability
31. FAST Provisioning 1 Click Disable EAP FAST Enhancements CCXv4 to allow provisioning inside a server unauthenticated TLS tunnel Unauthenticated TLS Server Provisioning Mode 2 Click Select server to view any unauthenticated PACs that have already been provisioned and reside on this computer NOTE If the provisioned PAC is valid Intel R PROSet Wireless does not prompt the user for acceptance of the PAC If the PAC is invalid Intel PROSet Wireless fails the provisioning automatically A status message is displayed in the Wireless Event Viewer that an administrator can review on the user s computer To import a PAC Protected Access Credentials PAC x Select an existing PAC this will be your default server Authority ID If you allow Automatic Provisioning then the PAC is sent by the server and added to this list automatically If manual provisioning is selected then you must use an existing PAC file Help Click Select server to open the Protected Access Credentials PAC list Click Import to import a PAC that resides on this computer or a server Select the PAC and click Open Enter the PAC password optional Click OK to close this page The selected PAC is added to PAC list 3 Click Next to select the credential retrieval method or click OK to save the EAP FAST settings and return to the Profiles list The PAC is used for this wireless profile Step 2 of 2 EAP FAST Additional I nformation To per
32. If you have trouble accessing the network verify if the IP address is valid If it is 0 0 0 0 or 169 x x x then it is probably not valid If your network is setup for automatic network address assignment then click Repair and request a new IP address Close Closes the page Help Provides help information for this page Profile Management The Profiles List displays the current user profiles in the order that they are to be applied Use the up and down arrows to arrange profiles in a specific order to automatically connect to a wireless network Use the Connect button to connect to a wireless network Once connected a profile is created in the Profiles list You can also add edit and remove profiles from the Profiles list Different profiles can be configured for each wireless network Profile settings can include the network name SSID operating mode and security settings See Profile Management for more information Profiles list Name Description Profile Name Network settings that allow your wireless adapter to connect to a network access point infrastructure mode or computer Device to Device ad hoc mode which does not use an access point Refer to Set up Profiles for more information Network Name Name of the wireless network SSID or computer Connection Icons The network profile status icons indicate the different connection states of the adapter with a wireless network the type of operating mode being used
33. Megabits per second Transmission speed of 1 000 000 bits per second per Megabits per second Transmission speed of 1 000 000 bits per second Transmission speed of 1 000 000 bits per second MHz Megahertz A unit of frequency equal to 1 000 000 cycles per second MIC Michael Message integrity check commonly called Michael MS CHAP An EAP mechanism used by the client Microsoft Challenge Authentication Protocol MSCHAP Version 2 is used over an encrypted channel to enable server validation The challenge and response packets are sent over a non exposed TLS encrypted channel Ins Nanosecond 1 billionth 1 1 000 000 000 of a second OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing PEAP Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol PEAP is an Internet Engineering Task Force IETF draft protocol sponsored by Microsoft Cisco and RSA Security PEAP creates an encrypted tunnel similar to the tunnel used in secure web pages SSL Inside the encrypted tunnel a number of other EAP authentication methods can be used to perform client authentication PEAP requires a TLS certificate on the RADIUS server but unlike EAP TLS there is no requirement to have a certificate on the client PEAP has not been ratified by the IETF The IETF is currently comparing PEAP and TTLS Tunneled TLS to determine an authentication standard for 802 1X authentication in 802 11 wireless systems PEAP is an authentication type designed to take advantag
34. Mode Cisco Compatible Extensions Options Allow Fast Roaming CCKM Enable Cisco Compatible Extensions Enable Radio Management Support Enable this feature so that the client adapter will provide Radio Management to the Cisco infrastructure If the Cisco Radio Manager utility is used on the infrastructure it will configure radio parameters detect interference and detect Roque APs Enable Mixed Cells Mode Cisco infrastructure supports mixed cells where some clients use encryption and others do not In a mixed cell the capability bit for privacy will not be set in beacons and probe response packets Click Enable Radio Management Support Use Radio Management to detect rogue access points Click OK to return to the Security Settings LEAP User Create Wireless Profile ei Profile Name wireless z ES General Settings Security Settings amp Security Settings LEAP User Personal Security Enterprise Security Network Authentication Open v Data Encryption CKIP v Enable 802 1x Authentication Type LEAP wl LEAP User Use the Windows logon user name and password Prompt for the user name and password Use the following user name and password User Name User Name Domain domain XXXXXXXXXX Password XXXXXXXXXX Confirm Password 1 Select one of the following authentication methods o Use the Windows logon user name and password Allows the 802 1x credenti
35. Network Connection K esolevaga kinnitab Intel R Corporation seadme Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele spe nia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia zawarte Dyrektywie 1999 5 EC France Pour la France m tropolitaine 2 400 2 4835 GHz Canaux 1 13 autoris en usage int rieur 2 400 2 454 GHz canaux 1 7 autoris en usage ext rieur Pour la Guyane et la R union 2 400 2 4835 GHz Canaux 1 13 autoris en usage int rieur 2 420 2 4835 GHz canaux 5 13 autoris en usage ext rieur Pour tout le territoire Fan cais Seulement 5 15 5 35 GHz autoris pour le 802 1 Belgique Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l I BPT In geval van priv gebruik buiten een gebouw op een openbare plaats is geen registratie nodig wanneer de afstand minder dan 300m is Voor een afstand groter dan 300m is een registratie bij BIPT vereist Voor registraties en licenties gelieve BIPT te contacteren Latvia A license is required for outdoor use for operation in 2 4 GHz band Italia T
36. Part 1 Common technical requirements Part 17 Specific conditions for Wideband Data and Hiperlan equipment Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters ERM Wideband transmission systems Data transmission equipment operating in the 2 4 GHz EN 300 328 1 v1 4 1 Apr 2003 ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques Part 2 Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3 2 of the R amp TTE Directive Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of low power electronic and EN 50371 electrical apparatus with the basis restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fiels 10MHz 300GHz General public This declaration is made under our sole responsibility Authorized Signature by Date 01 December 2003 i incent Colin Worldwide Homologations Manager WPD Regulatory Department WPD Regulatory Department Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999 5 EC English Hereby Intel R Corporation declares that this Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Intel R Corporation vakuuttaa taten etta Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sita koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Hierbij verklaart Intel R
37. TLS authentication supports dynamic WEP key management The TLS protocol is intended to secure and authenticate communications across a public network through data encryption The TLS Handshake Protocol allows the server and client to provide mutual authentication and to negotiate an encryption algorithm and cryptographic keys before data is transmitted TTLS These settings define the protocol and the credentials used to authenticate a user In TTLS Tunneled Transport Layer Security the client uses EAP TLS to validate the server and create a TLS encrypted channel between the client and server The client can use another authentication protocol typically password based protocols as MD5 Challenge over this encrypted channel to enable server validation The challenge and response packets are sent over a non exposed TLS encrypted channel TTLS implementations today support all methods defined by EAP as well as several older methods PAP CHAP MS CHAP and MS CHAPv2 TTLS can easily be extended to work with new protocols by defining new attributes to support new protocols Authentication Protocols e PAP Password Authentication Protocol is a two way handshake protocol designed for use with PPP Authentication Protocol Password Authentication Protocol is a plain text password used on older SLIP systems It is not secure e CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol is a three way handshake protocol which is considered more secure than PA
38. already installed follow the instructions below to add the Administrator Tool Intel Smart Wireless Solutions Wireless Management Instrumentation functionality and Pre Logon Connect EN Soe Ne Click Start gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs gt Intel PROSet Wireless Software Click Change Remove Click Modify Click Next Click the red X next to any of the feaures that are not currently installed Click Install this feature and any selected subfeatures Click Modify After installation the feature is listed as Installed on the Intel PROSet Wireless Installer feature list Click OK Uninstall Intel PROSet Wireless Software To uninstall Intel PROSet Wireless Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs Click Intel PROSet Wireless Software Click Change Remove Click Remove Click Next You are asked what you would like to do with your current profiles and settings OTP whe You have chosen to completely remove the I ntel PROSet Wireless software Select what to do with your current profiles and settings e Do not save my profiles and settings Select to completely remove all of your current profiles and settings If you reinstall the software the profiles and settings are no longer available e Save my profiles and settings in the current format Intel PROSet Wireless 10 x Select to save your current profiles and settings If you reinstall the software your curren
39. and whether network security is being used Blue circle The wireless adapter is associated with an access point or computer Device to Device ad hoc mode If a profile has 802 1x security enabled this indicates that the wireless adapter is associated and authenticated Indicates Device to Device ad hoc mode 9 Indicates an Administrator profile The wireless network uses Security encryption Position profiles in a preferred order for auto connection e Up arrow Move the position of a selected profile up in the Profiles list Down arrow Move the position of a selected profile down in the Profiles list Connect Connect the selected profile for the wireless network Add Use the Profile Wizard to create a new profile Refer to Create a New Profile for more information Remove Removes a selected profile from the Profile list Refer to Delete a Profile for more information Properties Used to edit the contents of an existing profile You can also double click a profile in the Profile list to edit the profile Refer to Edit an Existing Profile for more information Export Import Imports and exports user based profiles to and from the Profile list Wireless profiles can be automatically imported into the Profile list See Import and Export Profiles for more information Close Closes the profile management window Intel PROSet Wireless Menus Use the File Tools Advanced Name
40. areas and reduce interference with other devices that this radio shares radio spectrum with NOTE This setting takes effect when either Infrastructure or Ad hoc mode is used Wireless Mode Select which band to use for connection to a wireless network 802 11a only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11a networks only 802 11b only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11b networks only 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11g networks only 802 11la and 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11a and 802 11g networks only e 802 11b and 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11b and 802 11g networks only e 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Default Connect to either 802 11a 802 11b or 802 11g wireless networks NOTE These wireless modes Modulation type determine the discovered access points displayed in the Wireless Networks list OK Saves settings and returns to the previous page Closes and cancels any changes Advanced Statistics Advanced menu Provides current adapter connection information The following describes information for the Advanced Statistics page Description Advanced Statistics This information pertains to how the adapter communicates with an access point Association If the adapter finds an access point to communicate with the value is in range Otherwise the value is out of range e AP MAC Address The twelve digit MAC address 00 40 96 31 1C 05
41. associated or last used profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Verify that Enable 802 1x is selected Verify that the correct authentication type is selected Enter the required security information Click OK The profile is now reapplied Intel PROSet Wireless attempts to connect to the wireless network OOO ENE Error Occurred Because the GSM Adapter Was Unexpectedly Removed This error occurs when the GSM adapter is not fully inserted or is unexpectedly removed from the mobile station Use the following steps to resolve this error Reinsert the GSM adapter Double click the Intel PROSet Wireless Software icon at the bottom right of the screen Select the associated or last used profile from the profiles list Click Connect The profile is now re applied Intel PROSet Wireless Software attempts to connect to the wireless network Pen An Administrator Profile Failed to Authenticate This error occurs when the credentials in the profile are not accepted by the authenticator for example an access point or AAA server Please contact your Administrator to resolve this problem Administrator Profile Failed to Obtain an IP Address from the DHCP Server This error can occur due to an authentication failure with the network incorrect encryption keys or because of a DHCP server malfunction Please contact your Administrator to resolve this problem
42. at RF 2 45 GHz R Roaming Movement of a wireless node between two micro cells Roaming usually occurs in infrastructure networks built around multiple access points TS threshold The number of frames in the data packet at or above which an RTS CTS request to send clear to send handshake is turned on before the packet is sent The default value is 2347 Shared Key An encryption key known only to the receiver and sender of data SIM Subscriber Identity Module card is used to validate credentials with the network A SIM card is a special smart card that is used by GSM based digital cellular networks Silent Mode Silent Mode Access Points or Wireless Routers have been configured to not broadcast the SSID for the wireless network This makes it necessary to know the SSID in order to configure the wireless profile to connect to the access point or wireless router Single Sign On Single Sign On feature set allows the 802 1x credentials to match your Windows log on user name and password credentials for wireless network connections SSID Service Set Identifier A value that controls access to a wireless network The SSID for your wireless network card must match the SSID for any access point that you want to connect with If the value does not match you are not granted access to the network Each SSID may be up to 32 characters long and is case sensitive Temporal Key Integrity protocol improves data encryption Wi Fi P
43. bit or WEP 128 bit A network key or password is used for encryption If you configure an profile for an Infrastructure network select e None No authentication required e WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit A network key or password is used for encryption e WPA Personal TKIP or WPA2 Personal TKIP WPA Personal utilizes the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP for data encryption e WPA Personal AES CCMP or WPA2 Personal AES CCMP WPA Personal utilizes a new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802 11i standard AES CCMP Advanced Select to access the Advanced Settings to configure the following options e Auto Connect Select to automatically or manually connect to a profile e Auto Import this profile for network administrators only e Password Protection Select to password protect a profile e Mandatory Access Point Select to associate the wireless adapter with a specific access point e Start application Specify a program to be started when a wireless connection is made Back Mew the prior page in the Profile Wizard OK Closes the Profile Wizard and saves the profile Cancel Closes the Profile Wizard and cancels any changes made Help Provides the help information for the current page sss lt sS Set up Data Encryption and Authentication In a home wireless network you can use a variety of simple security pro
44. can help you resolve wireless network connection issues When a connection issue is detected a desktop alert appears at the bottom right corner of your desktop Once you click the desktop alert a diagnostic message displays the recommended steps to resolve the connection problem For example if a connection problem occurred because of an invalid password the Profile Wizard application is launched when you click a displayed hyperlink You can also launch Wireless Event Viewer and enable or disable alert notifications The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is supported under Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 2000 The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter page contains two panes Use your left mouse button on the left pane to display a list of available tools The right pane displays the current connection issue in a section Each section has two parts the error message and the recommended action The recommended action contains descriptions about available utilities and helps to resolve the associated connection issue If you click a help link the help text is displayed in a window If you click the associated issue resolution link a program is launched to resolve the connection issue Refer to the Troubleshooting section for information on resolving errors Name Description File Exit Exits Intel Wireless Troubleshooter application Help Intel R Wireless Troubleshooter Help Displays online help on the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Ab
45. communicate with another computer and to connect to the Internet Also known as an access point Wi Fi Protected Access WPA is a security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control to a wireless network WPA is an interim standard that will be replaced with the IEEE s 802 11i standard upon its completion WPA consists of RC4 and TKIP and provides support for BSS Infrastructure mode only Not compatible with WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPAZ2 This is the second generation of WPA that complies with the IEEE TGi specification WPA2 consists of AES encryption pre authentication and PMKID caching It provides support for BSS Infrastructure mode and IBSS Ad hoc mode Not compatible with WPA Wi Fi Protected Access Enterprise applies to corporate users A new standards based interoperable security technology for wireless LAN subset of IEEE 802 11i draft standard that encrypts data sent over radio waves WPA is a Wi Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP as follows WPA2 WPA Enterprise e Improved data encryption through the temporal key integrity protocol TKIP TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and by adding an integrity checking feature ensures that the keys have not been tampered with e User authentication which is generally missing in WEP through the extensible auth
46. consumption savings vary based on infrastructure settings Roaming Aggressiveness Throughput Enhancement client roams to improve connection to an access point performance or select a value from the list Values 0 No Roaming Your wireless client does not roam Only significant link quality degradation causes it to roam to another access point 1 3 Allow Roaming 2 Default Balances between not roaming and performance Click Use default value to select 4 Maximum Roaming Change the value of the Packet Burst Control This setting allows you to define how aggressively a wireless Click Use default value to balance between not roaming and e Enable Select to enable throughput enhancement e Disable Default Select to disable throughput enhancement If you decrease the transmit power you reduce the radio coverage Default Setting Highest power setting Values TX Minimum Lowest Minimum Coverage Set the adapter to a lowest transmit power Enable you to expand the number of coverage areas or confine a coverage area Reduce the coverage area in high traffic areas to improve overall transmission quality and avoid congestion and interference with other devices TX Level 1 TX Level 2 TX Level 3 TX Maximum Highest Maximum Coverage Set the adapter to a maximum transmit power level Select for maximum performance and range in environments with limited additional radio devices NOTE The o
47. designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If the equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions the equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications There is no guarantee however that such 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 taking one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to 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 NOTE The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations U S Frequency Bands 2 400 2 462 GHz Canada I ndustry Canada IC This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Issue 2 and RSS 210 Issue 4 Dec 2000 Cet appariel num rique de
48. intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country of use could be an infringement of national law and may be punished as such FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device e This device is intended for OEM integrators only e This device cannot be co located with any other transmitter USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The radiated output power of the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter wireless network device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Intel R PRO Wireless LAN wireless network device should be used in such a manner that
49. la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 No 2 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis a l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afinde fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install a l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Europe Frequency Bands 2 400 2 4835 GHz Europe ETSI INTal C 03360 Declaration of Conformity We INTEL CORPORATION SA Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium Declare that the INTEL PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection with model name WM3A2200BG is in conformance with the essential requirements of the European Council Directive Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTE Following Annex IV of this Directive The essential requirements being g 7 H UMOWNY PMSA TV VI UNOS DH OUUVe The essential requirements being Health amp Safety of the user article 3 1 a Effective use of the spectrum article 3 2 Following directive 73 23 EEC amp European Council Recommend
50. launch an application set a profile password or specify a certain access point address for adapter connection Mandatory access point Refer to Advanced Settings for more information Next Proceeds to the Security Settings page OK Finishes creation of the new profile with the current settings Cancel Closes the Profile Wizard and cancel any changes sits Help Provides help information for this page 4 Click Advanced for the following options e Auto Connect Select to automatically or manually connect to a profile e Auto I mport this profile for network administrators only e Mandatory Access Point Select to associate the wireless adapter with a specific access point e Password Protection Select to password protect a profile e Start Application Specify a program to be started when a wireless connection is made Advanced Advanced Settings st Settings Auto Connect Auto Import Jh Password protect this profile maximum 10 characters Mandatory Access Point Password Protection Password tS Start Application Password Protection Contirm Password Prevent the settings in this profile from being viewed or changed by protecting this profile with a password To make future changes this password is required Advanced Settings Description Name Description Auto Connect Automatic Default Select to have Intel PROSet Wireless automatically connect
51. means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority Use the same user name you used to log in when the certificate was installed 2 Click OK The profile is added to the Profiles list 3 Click the new profile at the end of the Profiles list Use the up and down arrows to change the priority of the new profile 4 Click Connect to connect to the selected wireless network 5 Click OK to close Intel PROSet Wireless Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Glossary of Terms Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Glossary Numerical A B C D E F GHILMN OPR S TW Term Definition 802 11 The 802 11 standard refers to a family of specifications developed by the IEEE for wireless LAN technology The 802 11 specifies an over the air interface between a wireless client and a base station or between two wireless clients and provides 1 or 2 Mbps transmission in the 2 4 GHz band using either frequency hopping spread spectrum FHSS or direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS 802 1la The 802 11a standard specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54 Mbps and an operating frequency of 5 GHz The 802 11a standard uses the Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM transmission method Additionally the 802 11a standard supports 802 11 features such as WEP encryption for security 802 11b is an extension to 802 11
52. next to the taskbar icon When your action is required a message displays Only events of high importance trigger a desktop alert If the desktop alert is selected then the appropriate action is taken Clear to not display desktop alerts Refer to Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts for more information Select one of the following options Information Notifications These desktop alerts are of lower importance They do not require your interaction but can greatly improve the wireless experience e Show Information Notifications Selected by default All informational desktop alerts are displayed next to the taskbar status icon These desktop alerts improve your wireless experience with notifications when available wireless networks are in range They also inform you when a wireless connection has been made or has been lost Refer to Tool Tip and Desktop Alerts for more information e Show alist of available networks in the area when not connected When Show Information Notifications is cleared you can select this item When the desktop alerts are disabled this option allows you to continue to be notified of available networks when the wireless adapter is not connected Notify when another application uses the wireless adapter When selected a message is displayed when other applications are trying to manage your wireless adapter This is helpful if you use software provided by a hotspot location coffee shop airport terminal To take advant
53. replaced All imported user based profiles are placed at the bottom of the Profiles List Password Protected Profiles Import and export password protected user based profiles automatically to remote systems If a profile is password protected the assigned password must be entered before it can be edited Refer to Set a Profile Password for more information Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Set Up Profile Security Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Use Intel R PROSet Wireless Software Personal Security Personal Security Settings Set up Data Encryption and Authentication e Configure Profiles for Device to Device Ad Hoc Networks o Set up a Client with Open Authentication and No Data Encryption None o Set up a Client with WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit Data Encryption e Configure Profiles for Infrastructure Networks o Set up a Client with No Data Encryption and No Network Authentication None o Set up a Client with WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit Data Encryption o Set up a Client with WPA Personal TKIP or WPA2 Personal TKIP Security Settings o Set up a Client with WPA Personal AES CCMP or WPA2 Personal AES CCMP Security Settings Enterprise Security Enterprise Security Settings e Configure Profiles for Device to Device Ad Hoc Networks o Set up a Client with Open Network Authentication and No Data Encryption
54. store to be accessible Proceed to Completing the Certificate mport and click Finish To configure a profile with WPA authentication with WEP or TKIP encryption that uses TLS authentication NOTE Obtain and install a client certificate refer to Step 1 or consult your administrator Specify the certificate used by Intel PROSet Wireless E e On the Profile page click Add to open General Settings Profile Name Enter a profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select Open Recommended Data Encryption Select WEP 802 1x Enabled Selected Authentication Type Select TLS Step 1 of 2 TLS User T Obtain and install a client certificate 2 Select one of the following to obtain a certificate Use my smart card Select if the certificate resides on a smart card Use the certificate issued to this computer Click Select to choose a certificate that resides in the machine store e Use a user certificate on this computer Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer 3 Click Next Step 2 of 2 TLS Server 1 Select one of the following options ev Validate Server Certificate Select to verify the server certificate Certificate Issuer The server certificate received during TLS message exchange must be issued by
55. that it is connected to Turn off prompts when switching default server A I D Option to turn off prompts when a client encounters a server that has provisioned a PAC before but is not currently selected as the default server Turn off unauthenticated provisioning after PAC is provisioned Option to turn off auto provisioning automatically after a PAC for that A ID has been provisioned NOTE This feature is not installed through an Administrator Package when a user s computer has an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection an Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Cache Credentials Select to save credentials after a user logs on If the wireless connection temporarily disconnects the saved credentials are used upon reconnection The credentials are cleared when the user logs off NOTE if cleared The Prompt each time I connect option is unavailable when creating profiles Enable or disable whether a user is able to either create ad hoc profiles or join ad hoc networks Device to Device ad hoc Select one of the following to enable or disable whether the user can connect to device to device networks e Enable device to device networking e Enable secure device to device networking only e Disable device to device networking Select to either allow a user to configure profiles with device to device ad hoc settings or prevent config
56. the infrastructure it configures radio parameters detects interference and rogue access points Default setting is selected Enable Mixed Cells Mode Select to allow the wireless adapter to communicate with mixed cells A mixed cell is a wireless network in which there are both devices that use WEP and devices that do not Refer to Mixed Cells Mode for more information The default setting is cleared Set up a Client with EAP FAST Network Authentication In Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 3 CCXv3 Cisco added support for EAP FAST Extensible Authentication Protocol Flexible Authentication via Secure Tunneling which uses protected access credentials PACs to establish an authenticated tunnel between a client and a server Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 4 CCXv4 improves the provisioning methods for enhanced security and provides innovations for enhanced security mobility quality of service and network management Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 3 CCXv3 To set up a client with EAP FAST authentication with Cisco Compatible Extensions version 3 CCXv3 ae Ne Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile Wizard s General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to open the Security Settings
57. time Radio approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL Regulatory Warning For use in or with UL Listed personal computers or compatible Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection The information in this document applies to the following products Tri mode wireless LAN adapters 802 11la 802 11b 802 11g Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection model WM3B2915ABG Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection model WM3A2915ABG NOTE Due to the evolving state of regulations and standards in the wireless LAN field IEEE 802 11 and similar standards the information provided herein is subject to change Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein Information for the user Safety Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96 8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 supplement C 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper oper
58. to Security Settings for more information Access Points in this Network 0 50 e Signal Strength The Signal strength icon bars indicate the strength of the transmit and receive signals between your wireless adapter and the nearest access point e Displays one of the following icons EE Indicates the band being used 802 11a 802 11b or 802 119 e Channel Displays the current transmit and receive channel being used for a particular wireless network e BSSID Infrastructure operating mode Displays the twelve digit MAC address of the access point of the selected network Manage Exclusions Refer to Manage Exclusions for more information Close Closes the Network Properties Help Provides help information for this page Connection Details When you are connected to a network you can click the Details button on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window to display the Connection Details Connection Details Profile Name wireless Network Name wireless IP Address 192 168 2 2 Signal Quality Excellent Signal Strength anil Adapter MAC Address 00 0E 35 0B D4 8B Band 802 119 Supported Data Rates 1525 5 5 6 9 10 12018 Radio Frequency 2 437 GHz Channel Number 6 Network Authentication Open Data Encryption None 802 1 Authentication Type None 802 1 Authentication Protocol None Help Connection Details Description Name Description Profile Name Name of the prof
59. used with e Network Authentication types Open Shared WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise e Data Encryption types None WEP TKIP AES CCMP and CKIP EAP SIM User optional 1 Specify user name identity Click to specify the user name e User Name Enter the user name assigned to the SIM card 2 Click OK Set up a Client with TLS Network Authentication These settings define the protocol and the credentials used to authenticate a user Transport Layer Security TLS authentication is a two way authentication method that exclusively uses digital certificates to verify the identity of a client and a server To add a profile with TLS authentication Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Type the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select AES CCMP Recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select TLS to be used with this connection Pee ene ee ee mm Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless ES General Settings Security Settings amp Security Settings TLS User Personal Security Enterprise Security TLS Server Networ
60. 0 cm 12 inches or more from the body of all persons Please contact your professional installer VAR or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements Explosive Device Proximity Warning see below Antenna Warning see below Use on Aircraft Caution see below Other Wireless Devices see below Power Supply Access Point see below Explosive Device Proximity Warning Ad warning Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Antenna Warnings aA Warning To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits it is recommended for the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter installed in a desktop or portable computer that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of al least 20 cm 8 inches from all persons and that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm 8 inches AA Warning Intel R PRO Wireless LAN products are not designed for use with high gain directional antennas Use of such antennas with these products is illegal Use On Aircraft Caution A caution Regulations of the FCC and
61. 02 11a e 802 11b NOTE This setting is unavailable if the adapter is an Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Roaming Aggressiveness Throughput Enhancement This setting allows you to define how aggressively your wireless client roams to improve connection to an access point e Default Balanced setting between not roaming and performance e Lowest Your wireless client will not roam Only significant link quality degradation causes it to roam to another access point Changes the value of the Packet Burst Control e Enable Select to enable throughput enhancement e Disable Default Select to disable throughput enhancement Transmit Power Default Setting Highest power setting Lowest Minimum Coverage Set the adapter to a lowest transmit power Enable you to expand the number of coverage areas or confine a coverage area Reduce the coverage area in high traffic areas to improve overall transmission quality and avoid congestion and interference with other devices Highest Maximum Coverage Set the adapter to a maximum transmit power level Select for maximum performance and range in environments with limited additional radio devices NOTE The optimal setting is for a user to always set the transmit power at the lowest possible level still compatible with the quality of their communication This allows the maximum number of wireless devices to operate in dense
62. 1b 2 4 GHz ad hoc band frequency is used e 802 11a Select this option when 802 11a 5 GHz ad hoc band frequency is used Ad Hoc Power Management Set power saving features for Device to Device ad hoc networks e Disable Select when connecting to ad hoc networks that contain stations that do not support ad hoc power management e Maximum Power Savings Select to optimize battery life e Noisy Environment Select to optimize performance or connecting with multiple clients NOTE This feature is not installed through an Administrator Package when a user s computer has an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection an Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Ad Hoc QoS Mode Quality of Service QoS control in ad hoc networks QoS provides prioritization of traffic from the access point over a wireless LAN based on traffic classification WMM Wi Fi MultiMedia is the QoS certification of the Wi Fi Alliance WFA When WMM is enabled the adapter uses WMM to support priority tagging and queuing capabilities for Wi Fi networks e WMM Enabled Default e WMM Disabled NOTE This feature is not installed through an Administrator Package when a user s computer has an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection an Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Use to avoid data collisions in a mixed
63. 1b compliant Standard on Wireless LAN IEEE Std 802 11g compliant Standard on Wireless LAN IEEE Std 802 11a compliant Standard on Wireless LAN Wireless Fidelity WiFi certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter and your health The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter like other radio devices emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by this device however is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter wireless device operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter wireless device may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization Examples of such situations include the following e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter equipment on board airplanes or e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter equ
64. 2 o Enterprise Mode o Personal Mode o WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise o WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal o AES CCMP o TKIP o Authentication Protocols o Authentication Protocols e Cisco Features o Cisco LEAP o Cisco Rogue Access Point Security Feature o Fast Roaming CCKM o CKIP o 802 11b and 802 11g Mixed Environment Protection Protocol o EAP FAST o Mixed Cell Mode o Radio Management WEP Encryption Use IEEE 802 11 Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption to prevent unauthorized reception of wireless data WEP encryption provides two levels of security 64 bit key sometimes referred to as 40 bit or a 128 bit key also known as 104 bit For stronger security use a 128 bit key If you use encryption all wireless devices on your wireless network must use the same encryption keys Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption and shared authentication provides protection for your data on the network WEP uses an encryption key to encrypt data before transmitting it Only computers that use the same encryption key can access the network or decrypt the encrypted data transmitted by other computers Authentication provides an additional validation process from the adapter to the access point The WEP encryption algorithm is vulnerable to passive and active network attacks TKIP and CKIP algorithms include enhancements to the WEP protocol that mitigate existing network attacks and address its shortcoming
65. 2e 9 14 4M Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window The Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window allows you to e View the current connection status signal quality speed and current network name e Scan for available wireless networks e Manage profiles e Auto connect profiles to available networks in a specific order defined in the Profile list e Connect to Infrastructure and Device to Device ad hoc networks e Configure adapter settings e Troubleshoot wireless connection problems Intel PROSet Wireless File Tools Advanced Profiles Help Gi Connecting to wireless gt Wireless Networks dl network3 reless onnecting alll ge network1 all This network is secure network2 all fe This network is secure To manage profiles of previously connected wireless networks click the Profiles button Protiles Wireless On z Help Use the Intel PROSet Wireless to View the curre Scan for availa Manage profile nt connection status signal quality speed and current network name ble wireless networks S Auto connect profiles to available networks in a specific order defined in the Profiles list Connect to infrastructure and ad hoc networks Configure adapter power settings Connection Status I cons The Intel PROSet Wireless main window displays connection status icons which indicate the current connection status of your wireless adapter The Taskbar icon also i
66. 4 Click Yes You are notified that lt profile name gt is active and will be permanently removed Do you want to continue 5 Click Yes The profile is removed from the Profiles list LA M Set a Profile Password To password protect an existing profile Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Select the profile from the list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Advanced to open the the Advanced Settings Click Password Protection to open the Password Protection settings Click Password protect this profile maximum 10 characters Password Type the password Confirm Password Reenter the password Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page Click OK to return to the Intel PROSet Wireless main window SS ae ee Re Export or Import Profiles Allows you to export and import user based profiles to and from the Profiles list Wireless profiles can be automatically imported into the Profiles list NOTE To export Administrator profiles refer to Administrator Packages for more information Profiles connected Intel PROSET Wireless tries to automatically connect in the A Once you connect to a network itis saved as a profile When you are not order specified in this list i Profile Name Network Name es wireless wireless Export lmport wy Export the selected profile Import external profiles to your profile list Export Profiles from the Prof
67. 8 2003 n 259 articoli 104 attivit soggette ad autorizzazione generale se utilizzati al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 libero uso se utilizzati entro il proprio fondo in entrambi i casi per uso privato D M 28 5 03 per la fornitura al pubblico dell accesso R LAN alle reti e ai servizi di telecomunicazioni Greece A license is required for the outdoor use of band 5 470 5 725 GHz Belarus 2 4 GHz OFDM 802 119 is not allowed at this time Indonesia 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Korea sol FAZul rir Ho d Di S LN E J d 0x Z so bio Kuwait 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Oman If the modules are less than 100 milliwatts they are unlicensed but if they are more than 100 milliwatts the user is responsible for getting a license to operate from Telecommunications Regulatory Authority TRA in Sultanate of Oman Taiwan Stk EPRD 82 EFHASE FET ol BERR SH TARE SEAS MAY PRE Eat zap bus Brak DF HAS RATA SERRE RT RSs SST SEO BIS it RSERTRHARERERM BI hws EARRA BS SBS EVFHARRADS OERLE DS ER bie Blies T Pakistan Pakistan Telecommunication Authority PTA Approved UAE 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Ukraine 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Radio approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identificatio
68. 802 11b and 802 11g environment Request to Send Clear to Send RTS CTS should be used in an environment where clients may not hear each other CTS to self can be used to gain more throughput in an environment where clients are in close proximity and can hear each other Mixed Mode Protection Changes the preamble length setting received by the access point during an initial connection Always use a long preamble length to connect to an access point Auto Tx Preamble allows automatic preamble detection If supported short preamble should be used If not use long preamble Long Tx Preamble Preamble Mode NOTE This feature is not installed through an Administrator Package when a user s computer has an Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Power Management Allows you to select a balance between power consumption and adapter performance The wireless adapter power settings slider sets a balance between the computer s power source and the battery Power Management Select a balance between power consumption and adapter performance PSP Power Saving Mode CAM Constantly Awake Mode Select one of the Power Saving Mode levels PSP CAM The client adapter is powered up continuously PSP Level 1 PSP set at maximum power PSP Levels 2 4 PSP set to maximize power PSP Level 5 PSP set to maximize battery life PSP Auto Default in PSP Level 6 Balances between power consumption and battery life NOTE Power
69. 9 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien Finnish Dutch Swedish S a p T oO 3 5 D x a ZS 3 D gt ME THN ITAPOYZYA Intel R Corporation AHAQNEI OTI Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection SYMMOP QNETAI IPOX TI OYLIQAEIZ ATIAITHYEIZ KAI TD AOIMEY XETIKED AIATA amp EI THE OAHTTAY 1999 5 EK Icelandic Intel lysir her med yfir a thessi bunadur Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection uppfyllir allar grunnkrofur sem gerdar eru i R amp TTE tilskipun ESB nr 1999 5 EC Con la presente Intel R Corporation dichiara che questo Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Por medio de la presente Intel R Corporation declara que el Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE Portuguese Intel R Corporation declara que este Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Italian Spanish A Dirrettiva 1999 5 EC Malti Hawn
70. Click OK to save the profile and add it to the Administrator profiles list NOTE If a Persistent connection was already established a Pre Login Common profile is ignored if the profile is configured with both Pre Logon Common and Persistent connection options Voice over IP VolP Profiles Intel PROSet Wireless software supports VoIP third party soft phone applications Third party VoIP applications support Voice Codecs Codecs are used to encode voice for transmission across IP networks Codecs generally provide a compression capability to save network bandwidth Intel PROSet Wireless software supports the following International Telecommunications Union ITU codec standards Codec Algorithm Data Rate Comments pps ITU PCM Pulse Code Modulation G 711 with mu law used in G 711 North America and Japan while G 711 with A law used in the rest of the world ITU SBADPCM Sub Band G 722 Adaptive Differential Pulse Code Modulation ITU Multi rate Coder 5 3 and 6 4 G 723 ITU ADPCM Adaptive Differential 16 24 32 and 40 G 726 Pulse Code Modulation ITU LD CELP Low Delay Code G 728 Excited Linear Prediction ITU CS ACELP Conjugate 8 G 729 Structure Algebraic Code 48 56 and 64 Excited Linear Prediction An administrator can create profiles that use pre existing VolP profiles to configure various codec data rates and frame rates to improve voice quality in VolP transmissions To create a VolP p
71. Confirm Password Reenter the user password 2 Click OK to save the credentials 3 Click Connect to connect to the selected wireless network If you did not select Use Windows logon on the Security Settings page and also did not configure user credentials an Enter Credentials message appears when you attempt to connect to this profile Enter your user name domain and password Click OK to access the profile 4 Click OK to close Intel PROSet Wireless Set up a Client with WEP Data Encryption and EAP SIM Network Authentication EAP SIM uses a dynamic session based WEP key which is derived from the client adapter and RADIUS server to encrypt data EAP SIM requires you to enter a user verification code or Personal Identification Number PIN for communication with the Subscriber Identity Module SIM card A SIM card is a special smart card that is used by Global System for Mobile Communications GSM based digital cellular networks To add a profile with EAP SIM authentication On the Profile page click Add to open General Settings Profile Name Enter a profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select Open Recommended Data Encryption Select WEP Click Enable 802 1x Authentication type Select EAP SIM Pee Sie kA EAP SIM authentication can be
72. Conformity 1999 5 EC We INTEL CORPORATION SA Address Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium declare under our sole responsibility that the product Name INTEL PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection Model WM3B2915ABG EU to which this declaration relates is in compliance with all the applicable essential requirements and other provisions of the European Council Directive Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 S EC R amp TTE The conformity assessment procedure used for this declaration is Annex IV of this Directive This product will bear the CE Mark label CE 0523 Product compliance has been demonstrated on the basis of IEC 60950 1999 3 Edition with amendments 1 2 3 4 and EN 60950 2000 1995 519 EC Council recommendation For article 3 1 a Health and Safety of the User of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 Hz to 300 GHz evvv 1995 519 EC Council recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 Hz to 300 GHz For article 3 1 a Health and Safety of the User EN 301 489 1 v1 4 1 Aug 2002 EN 301 489 17 v1 2 1 Aug 2002 For article 3 1 b Electromagnetic Compatibility Final Draft EN 300 328 v1 5 1 Mar 2004 EN 301 893 v1 2 3 Aug 2003 For article 3 2 Effective use of the spectrum alloc
73. Corporation dat het toestel Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze verklaart Intel R Corporation dat deze Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Par la pr sente Intel R Corporation d clare que l appareil Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente Intel R Corporation d clare que ce Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables Harmed intygar Intel R Corporation att denna Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection star verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Undertegnede Intel R Corporation erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation dass sich dieser diese dieses Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection in Ubereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 199
74. EG Wien ME THN ITAPOYYA Intel R Corporation AHAQNEI OTI Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection SYMMOP ONEFTAI IPOX TIX OYLIQAEIZ ATIAITHYEI KAI TIZ AOIMTEL XETIKED ATATAGEIZ THY OAHTTIAY 1999 5 EK Alulfrott Intel R Corporation nyilatkozom hogy a Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection megfelel a vonatkoz alapvet6 k vetelm nyeknek s az 1999 5 EC ir nyelv egy b eldirasainak Icelandic Intel lysir her med yfir a thessi bunadur Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection uppfyllir allar grunnkrofur sem gerdar eru i R amp TTE tilskipun ESB nr 1999 5 EC Con la presente Intel R Corporation dichiara che questo Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Ar o Intel R Corporation deklar ka Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection atbilst Direkt vas 1999 5 EK b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem Intel R Corporation deklaruoja kad Intel R Pro Wireless 2915ABG Network Connectionatitinka 1999 5 EC Direktyvos esminius reikalavimus ir kitas nuostatas Hawnhekk Intel R Corporation jiddikjara li dan Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection jikkonforma mal h tieijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti of rajn relevanti li hemm fid Dirrettiva 1999 5 EC Niniejszym Intel R Corporation deklaruje ee Intel R PRO Wi
75. Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select Open Recommended Data Encryption Select WEP Click 802 1x Enabled Authentication type Select MD5 Pe ee Sa ae Pe NE PR Step 1 of 2 Password 1 Encryption Level Select either 64 or 128 bit 2 Wireless Security Password Encryption Key Enter your network key wireless security password for your wireless network Verify that the network key matches the wireless AP o Use pass phrase Enter a text phrase up to 5 64 bit or 13 128 bit alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z o Use hex key Enter up to 10 alphanumeric characters 64 bit 0 9 A F or 26 alphanumeric characters 128 bit 0 9 A F 3 Key Index Select 1 2 3 or 4 Default key is 1 4 Click Next Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless ES General Settings 8 Security Settings Password Personal Security Enterprise Security MD5 User Security Settings Network Authentication Open v Data Encryption WEP v Enable 802 1 Authentication Type MD5 v Step 2 of 2 MD5 User Use the Windows logon user name and password Prompt for the user name and password Use the following user name and password User Name User Name Domain Domain Name XXXXXXXXX gt Password XXXXXXXXXX Confirm Password Step 2 of 2 MD5 User 1
76. I Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM 2 4 GHz ISM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM Operating Systems Channels 4 to 12 non overlapping Channel 1 11 US only dependent on country Channel 1 13 Japan Europe Data Rates 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 11 5 5 2 1 Mbps 6 Mbps General Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Wi Fi R Alliance certification Wi Fi R certification for 802 11b 802 11g 802 11a WPA WPA2 WMM EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 Cisco Compatible Extensions certification WLAN Standard Architecture Cisco Compatible Extensions v4 0 IEEE 802 11g 802 11b 802 11a Infrastructure or ad hoc peer to peer operating modes Security Product Safety WPA Personal WPA2 Personal WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise AES CCMP 128 bit WEP 128 bit and 64 bit 802 1x EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 UL C UL CB IEC 60590 Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection Form Factor PCI Express TM Mini Card Dimensions Height 200 in x 1 18 in x 0 18 in 50 95 mm x 30 mm x 4 5 mm Antenna Interface Connector Hirose U FL R SMT mates with cable connector U FL LP 066 Dual Diversity Antenna On board dual diversity switching Connector Interface Voltage Operating Temperature 53 pin Mini Card edge connector 3 3 V O to 80 degr
77. ID If you want to connect to an existing network you must use the name for that network If you are setting up your own network you can make up your own name and use it on each computer The name can be up to 32 characters long and contain letters and numbers e Profiles When you set up your computer to access a wireless network Intel R PROSet Wireless creates a profile for the wireless settings that you specify If you want to connect to another network you can scan for existing networks and make a temporary connection or create a new profile for that network After you create profiles your computer will automatically connect when you change locations e Security The 802 11 wireless networks use encryption to help protect your data Wired equivalent privacy WEP uses a 64 or 128 bit shared encryption key to scramble data Before a computer transmits data it uses a secret encryption key to scramble the data The receiving computer uses this same key to unscramble the data If you are connecting to an existing network use the encryption key provided by the administrator of the wireless network If you are setting up your own network you can make up your own key and use it on each computer 802 1x authentication is independent of the 802 11 authentication process The 802 1x standard provides a framework for various authentication and key management protocols There are different 802 1x authentication types each providing a different approa
78. Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide With your wireless network card you can access wireless networks share files or printers or even share your Internet connection All of these features can be explored with a wireless network in your home or office This wireless local area network WLAN solution is designed for both home and business use Additional users and features can be added as your networking needs grow and change Your Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter is compatible with 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g wireless standards Operating at 5 GHz or 2 4 GHz frequency at speeds of up to 54 Mbps you can now connect your computer to existing high speed networks that use multiple access points within large or small environments Your wireless adapter maintains automatic data rate control according to access point location to achieve the fastest possible connection All of your wireless network connections are easily managed by Intel R PROSet Wireless software Profiles that are set up through the Intel PROSet Wireless software provide enhanced security measures with 802 1x network authentication NOTE The software is compatible with the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection and the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Table of Contents e Use Intel PROSet Wireless Software e Connect to a Network e Use Profiles e Set up Se
79. Length 1 75 in x Height 0 20 in 59 75 mm x 50 95 mm x 5 mm Weight Antenna Interface Connector Dual Diversity Antenna Connector Interface 0 7 oz 12 90 g Hirose U FL R SMT mates with cable connector U FL LP 066 On board dual diversity switching i ai a 124 pin SO DIMM edge connector Voltage 3 3 Volt Operating Temperature Humidity Frequency Modulation Frequency band LE 0 to 70 degrees Celsius 50 to 85 non condensing 5 GHz 802 11a 2 4 GHz 802 11b g 5 15 GHz 5 85 GHz 2 400 2 472 GHz dependent on country Modulation Wireless Medium Channels Data Rates General Operating Systems BPSK QPSK 16 QAM 64 QAM CCK DQPSK DBPSK 2 4 GHz ISM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM Channel 1 11 US only Channel 1 13 Japan Europe 11 5 5 2 1 Mbps 5 GHz UNII Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM 4 to 12 non overlapping dependent on country 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mbps Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Wi Fi R Alliance certification Wi Fi R certification for 802 11b 802 11g 802 11a WPA WPA2 WMM EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 WLAN Standard Architecture Security Cisco Compatible Extensions certification Cisco Compatible Extensions v3 0 IEEE 802 11g 802 11b 802 11la Infrastructure or ad hoc peer to peer oper
80. Network VPN session automatically whenever you connect to a wireless network 1 Click Enable Start Application 2 Enter the name of the program that you want to start or click Browse to locate the file on your hard disk 3 Click OK to close the Advanced Settings OK Close and save the settings Cancel Close and cancel any changes Help Help information for this page 5 From the General Settings click Next to open the Security Settings Configure Wireless Settings Wireless Security Settings Detecting the highest level of security that your wireless network a supports Basic WEP security was detected If this wireless network has advanced 802 1 security you will need to select those options on the following screens Click Next 6 Select the Network Authentication and Data Encryption options Enter the encryption key settings and configure the 802 1x settings as required Refer to Security Settings for more information Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless ES General Settings Security Settings Security Settings Personal Security Enterprise Security Security Settings N one NOTE There is no security on this wireless network 7 Click OK when you have completed the profile settings The Profile Wizard ends and you are returned to the Intel PROSet Wireless main window To change or verify the profile settings click Back 8 If you are not currently
81. Nov 2001 Cet appariel num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 No 4 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 et No 5 Nov 2001 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis a l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afinde fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install a l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Europe Frequency Bands 2 400 2 4835 GHz Europe ETSI 5 15 5 35 GHz and 5 47 5 725 GHz Europe ETS Low band 5 25 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only 5 47 5 725 GHz is current not allowed in Czech Republic and France Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999 5 EC Czech Intel R Corporation t mto prohla uje e tento Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection je ve shod se zakladnimi po adavky a dal mi peislusnymi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Danish Undertegnede Intel R Corporation erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connec
82. P Password Authentication Protocol e MS CHAP MD4 Uses a Microsoft version of RSA Message Digest 4 challenge and reply protocol This only works on Microsoft systems and enables data encryption This authentication method causes all data to be encrypted e MS CHAP V2 lintroduces an additional feature not available with MSCHAPV1 or standard CHAP authentication the change password feature This feature allows the client to change the account password if the RADIUS server reports that the password has expired PEAP PEAP is a new Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP IEEE 802 1x authentication type designed to take advantage of server side EAP Transport Layer Security EAP TLS and to Support various authentication methods including users passwords and one time passwords and Generic Token Cards Authentication Protocols e Generic Token Card GTC Carries user specific token cards for authentication The main feature in GTC is Digital Certificate Token Card based authentication In addition GTC includes the ability to hide user name identities until the TLS encrypted tunnel is established which provides additional confidentiality that user names are not being broadcasted during the authentication phase e MS CHAP V2 Refer to MS CHAP V2 above e TLS The TLS protocol is intended to secure and authenticate communications across a public network through data encryption The TLS Handshake Protocol allows the server and client to prov
83. P encryption and prevents unauthorized network access by verifying network users through an authentication server WPA2 Enterprise The follow on wireless security method to WPA that provides stronger data protection for multiple users and large managed networks It prevents unauthorized network access by verifying network users through an authentication server NOTE WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise are not interoperable To add a profile that uses WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise authentication N e A kA 12 13 Se oe S Obtain a user name and password on the RADIUS server from your administrator Certain Authentication Types require that obtain and install a client certificate Refer to Setting up the Client for TLS authentication or consult your administrator Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data pro
84. Profiles and Help menus to configure your network settings Description File Tools Advanced Exit Close the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Use one of these options to start the Intel PROSet Wireless Software e Click Start gt Programs gt Intel PROSet Wireless gt Intel PROSet Wireless e Right click the Taskbar icon located in the lower right corner of your Windows Desktop and click Open Intel PROSet Wireless e Double click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet Wireless Application Settings Use to set system wide connection preferences Refer to Application Settings for information Use Ctrl P from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Use to resolve wireless network connection problems Use Ctrl W from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature Refer to Intel Wireless Troubleshooter for more information Administrator Tool Used by administrators or the person who has administrator privileges on this computer to configure shared profiles Pre logon Persistent and Voice over IP VoIP Refer to Administrator Tool for more information Use Ctrl T from your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature NOTE The Administrator Tool is available only if it installed during a custom installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Software for more information on custom installation Adapter Settings
85. REPAIR the Product by means of hardware and or software OR e REPLACE the Product with another product OR if Intel is unable to repair or replace the Product e REFUND the then current Intel price for the Product at the time a claim for warranty service is made to Intel under this Limited Warranty THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY EXIST UNDER APPLICABLE STATE NATIONAL PROVINCIAL OR LOCAL LAW APPLY ONLY TO YOU AS THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT Extent of Limited Warranty Intel does not warrant that the Product whether purchased stand alone or integrated with other products including without limitation semi conductor components will be free from design defects or errors known as errata Current characterized errata are available upon request Further this Limited Warranty does NOT cover i any costs associated with the replacement or repair of the Product including labor installation or other costs incurred by you and in particular any costs relating to the removal or replacement of any Product soldered or otherwise permanently affixed to any printed circuit board or integrated with other products ii damage to the Product due to external causes including accident problems with electrical power abnormal mechanical or environmental conditions usage not in accordance with product instructions misuse neglect accident abuse alteration repair improper or unauthorized installation or improper
86. S takes the place of the RADIUS server and authenticates the client without perceptible delay in voice or other time sensitive applications CKIP Cisco Key Integrity Protocol CKIP is Cisco proprietary security protocol for encryption in 802 11 media CKIP uses the following features to improve 802 11 security in infrastructure mode e Key Permutation KP e Message Sequence Number 802 11b and 802 11g Mixed Environment Protection Protocol Some access points for example Cisco 350 or Cisco 1200 support environments in which not all client stations support WEP encryption this is called Mixed Cell Mode When these wireless networks operate in optional encryption mode client stations that join in WEP mode send all messages encrypted and stations that use standard mode send all messages unencrypted These access points broadcast that the network does not use encryption but allow clients that use WEP mode When Mixed Cell is enabled in a profile it allows you to connect to access points that are configured for optional encryption EAP FAST EAP FAST like EAP TTLS and PEAP uses tunneling to protect traffic The main difference is that EAP FAST does not use certificates to authenticate Provisioning in EAP FAST is negotiated solely by the client as the first communication exchange when EAP FAST is requested from the server If the client does not have a pre shared secret Protected Access Credential PAC it is able to initiate a provis
87. Select one of the following credential methods o Use Windows logon user name and password The 802 1x credentials match your Windows user name and password Before connection you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature o Prompt for the user name and password Prompt for your user name and password every time you log onto the wireless network o Use the following user name and password Use your saved credentials to log onto the network a User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server by the administrator prior to client authentication The user name is case sensitive This name specifies the identity supplied to the authenticator by the authentication protocol operating over the TLS tunnel This identity is securely transmitted to the server only after an encrypted channel has been established Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its sub domains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name a Password Specifies the user password The password characters appear as asterisks This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server a
88. Signature by lt a incent Colin Worldwide Homologations Manager WPD Regulatory Department Date 01 December 2003 CECN2AQRBDD C 03360 Declaration of Conformity We INTEL CORPORATION SA Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium Declare that the INTEL PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection with model name WM3A2200BG is in conformance with the essential requirements of the European Council Directive Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTE Following Annex IV of this Directive The essential requirements being Following directive 73 23 EEC amp European Council Recommendation 1999 519 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility article 3 1 b Following directive 89 336 EEC Health amp Safety of the user article 3 1 a Following the Notified Body Opinion Effective use of the spectrum article 3 2 from TNO Certification B V with Notified Body number 0336 This declaration is based upon compliance to the following standards IEC 60950 1999 3 Edition with amendments Safety Information Technology Equipment Including Electrical Business 1 2 3 4 Equipment amp amp EN 60950 2000 Common modifications special national conditions and National Deviation Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM EN 301 489 1 v1 4 1 Aug 2002 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services EN 301 489 17 v1 2 1 Aug 2002
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90. V2 protocols select one of these authentication methods e Use the Windows logon Select to retrieve the user s credentials from the user s Windows logon process NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature e Prompt each time connect Select to prompt for user name and password before you connect to the wireless network The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator e Use the following The user name and password are securely encrypted saved in the profile o User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server o Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name o Password This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks o Confirm Password Reenter the user password 2 Roaming Identity If the Roaming Identity is cleared domain username is the default When 802 1x MS RADIUS is used as an authentication server the server authenticates the device that uses the Roaming dentity user name from Intel PROSet Wireless soft
91. WMM is enabled the adapter uses WMM to support 0 00 13 02 00 74 41 Value IV Use default value WMM Enabled 0 0 The Adapter Settings displays the device properties for the wireless adapter installed on your computer It may be either an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection an Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Adapter Settings Description Name Ad Hoc Channel Ad Hoc Power Management Description Unless the other computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel from the default channel there is no need to change the channel Value Select the allowed operating channel from the list e 802 11b g Select this option when 802 11b and 802 11g 2 4 GHz ad hoc band frequency is used e 802 11a Select this option when 802 11a 5 GHz ad hoc band frequency is used Set power saving features for Device to Device ad hoc networks e Disable Select when connecting to ad hoc networks that contain stations that do not support ad hoc power management e Maximum Power Savings Select to optimize battery life e Noisy Environment Select to optimize performance or connecting with multiple clients NOTE This setting is unavailable if the adapter is an Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection an Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection or an Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection
92. access point could have increased Transmit Receive Tx Rx Statistics Reset Statistics Close its data rate e Poor channel quality The quality of the channel is low and caused the adapter to look for another access point e AP dropped mobile unit The access point dropped a computer from the list of recognizable mobile devices The computer must re associate with an access point Miscellaneous Use this information to determine if an association with a different access point increases performance and helps maintain the highest possible data rate e Received Beacons Number beacons received by the adapter e Percent missed Beacons Percent value for missed beacons e Percent transmit errors The percentage of data transmissions that had errors e Signal Strength Signal strength of the access point that the adapter communicates with displayed in decibels dBm Displays percent values for non directed and directed packets Total host packets The sum total number of directed and non directed packets counts e Transmit Mbps e Receive Mbps Non directed packets The number of received packets broadcast to the wireless network Directed packets The number of received packets sent specifically to the wireless adapter Total Bytes The total number of bytes for packets received and sent by the wireless adapter Resets the adapter statistical counters back to zero and begins taking new data measurements
93. achment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Intel Corporation The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment is the responsibility of the user Intel Corporation and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The radiated output power of the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless network device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Intel PROSet Wireless LAN wireless network device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits you should keep a distance of at least 2 cm between you or any other person in the vicinity and the antenna that is built into the computer Interference 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
94. adio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Local Restrictions on 802 11b and 802 11g Radio Usage All frequencies used by 802 11b and 802 11g are harmonized Some countries though may not allow 802 11g Wireless interoperability The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS radio technology and to comply with the following standards e IEEE Std 802 11b 1999 Standard on Wireless LAN e IEEE Std 802 11g compliant Standard on Wireless LAN e Wireless Fidelity WiFi R certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance The Intel R PRO Wireless LAN 2200BG Mini PCI adapter and your health The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter like other radio devices emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by this device however is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless device operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the e
95. age of the Intel PROSet Wireless features disable this software when you leave the hotspot Enable TLS rejected certificates notification Select if you want a warning issued when a PEAP TLS certificate is rejected by the authentication server See Enterprise Security and Set up the Client for TLS authentication for more information Auto Connect Connect to available network using profiles only Default Connect the wireless adapter to an available network with a matching profile from the Profiles List If no matching profile is found you are notified see Notifications The wireless device remains disconnected until a matching profile is found or you configure a new matching profile Connect to any available network if no matching profile found Select to connect to a network automatically if you have not configured a profile and are at a location that has an open unsecured wireless network NOTE Open networks have no security You would need to provide your own security for this wireless connection One way to secure an open wireless connection is with Virtual Private Networking VPN software Connect to any network based on profiles only Cisco mode Select to try every profile in preferred order This signifies that you are in the vicinity of an access point which has more than one SSID but only advertises one Enable automatic exclude list feature Select to enable the automatic exclude list feature T
96. ain access to the network Device to Device ad hoc networks always operate with Open authentication 9 Data Encryption None is the default 10 Click OK The profile is added to the Profiles list and connects to the wireless network Set up a Client with Open Network Authentication and WEP Data Encryption On the Intel PROSet Wireless main window select one of the following methods to connect to a device to device network 1 Double click a Device to Device ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list 2 Select a Device to Device ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Intel PROSet Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter NOTE Device to Device ad hoc networks are identified with a notebook image in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list If Data Encryption is required you may select WEP You are asked to select either a 64 bit or 128 bit encryption level Security Password Encryption Key and a Key Index These values must match the various devices in your device to device ad hoc network or data is not transferred NOTE If you need to edit or change the wireless network settings refer to Profile Management for more information To create a profile for a wireless network connection with WEP encryption 10 Wireless Security Password Encryption Key Enter the wireless network Password WEP Key The 12 E Click Profiles on t
97. al information from you depending on the nature of the problem Upon ICS s verification that the Product is eligible for warranty service you will be issued a Return Material Authorization RMA number and provided with instructions for returning the Product to the designated ICS center When you return the Product to the ICS center you must include the RMA number on the outside of the package Intel will not accept any returned Product without an RMA number or that has an invalid RMA number on the package You must deliver the returned Product to the designated ICS center in the original or equivalent packaging with shipping charges pre paid within the USA and assume the risk of damage or loss during shipment Intel may elect to repair or replace the Product with either a new or reconditioned Product or components as Intel deems appropriate The repaired or replaced product will be shipped to you at the expense of Intel within a reasonable period of time after receipt of the returned Product by ICS The returned Product Shall become Intel s property on receipt by ICS The replacement product is warranted under this written warranty and is subject to the same limitations of liability and exclusions for ninety 90 days or the remainder of the original warranty period whichever is longer If Intel replaces the Product the Limited Warranty period for the replacement Product is not extended WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THIS WARRAN
98. all Select This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Helps you resolve wireless connection issues e Install Click Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Click Next and proceed to step 8 e Not Install Select This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed WMI Support Wireless Management Instrumentation functionality allows administrators who do not have Intel PROSet Wireless installed to manage remotely clients that do have Intel PROSet Wireless installed e Install Click WMI Support Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Proceed to step 8 e Not install Click This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not be installed Administrator Toolkit Installs the Administrator Tool to the Tools menu This tool is used to configure common shared profiles The Administrator Tool is also used by an Information Technology department to enable or disable features within the Intel PROSet Wireless software e Install Click Administrator Toolkit Select Install this feature and all subfeatures Click Next and proceed to step 8 e Not Install Select This feature will not be available A red x displays next to the option indicates that it is not to be installed Single Sign On
99. als to match your Windows user name and password The user s credentials are retrieved from the user s Windows log on process The credentials are only used if the user has no password defined in the Windows log on credentials or if there is a problem capturing the Windows log on credentials NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature o Prompt for the user name and password Select to prompt for the user name and password before you connect to the wireless network The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator o Use the following user name and password Select to save your user name and password for future use when an 802 1x authentication profile is used a User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server by the administrator prior to client authentication The user name is case sensitive This name specifies the identity supplied to the authenticator by the authentication protocol This user s identity is securely transmitted to the server only after an encrypted channel has 2 been established Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its sub domains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE The domain name s
100. and a rekeying mechanism With these improvement enhancements TKIP protects against WEP s known weaknesses The second generation of WPA that complies with the IEEE TGi specification is known as WPA2 Enterprise Mode Enterprise Mode verifies network users through a RADIUS or other authentication server WPA utilizes 128 bit encryption keys and dynamic session keys to ensure your wireless network s privacy and enterprise security Enterprise Mode is targeted to corporate or government environments Personal Mode Personal Mode requires manual configuration of a pre shared key PSK on the access point and clients PSK authenticates users via a password or identifying code on both the client station and the access point No authentication server is needed Personal Mode is targeted to home and small business environments WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise Provide this level of security on enterprise networks with an 802 1x RADIUS server An authentication type is selected to match the authentication protocol of the 802 1x server WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal Provide this level of security in the small network or home environment It uses a password also called a pre shared key PSK The longer the password the stronger the security of the wireless network If your wireless access point or router supports WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal then you should enable it on the access point and provide a long strong password The same password ente
101. and persistent to achieve this functionality If such a profile is active when the user logs off the connection is maintained To create a Pre Logon Common Profile Click Include Profiles Click Pre Logon Common Click Add to open the General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Network Infrastructure is selected Administrator Profile Type Pre logon Common Active when a user is logged on This profile is shared by all users This profile type is already selected Click Next Click Advanced to open the Advanced Settings Use the Advanced Settings to set the following o Auto Connect Select to automatically or manually connect to a profile o Auto Import this profile for network administrators only o Mandatory Access Point Select to associate the wireless adapter with a specific access point o Password Protection Select to password protect a profile o Start application Specify a program to be started when a wireless connection is made o User Name Format TO AW a 00 An administrator can select the user name format for the authentication server The choices are o user default o user domain o user domain com o DOMAIN user 10 Click OK to close the Advanced Settings 11 Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings See Enterprise Security for 802 1x security configuration information 12
102. as unexpectedly removed Use the following a steps to resolve this error 1 Insert the Smart Card 2 Select the 802 1x EAP SIM authentication profile 3 Click Connect to try to associate with the network Disconnection from an Access Point The following error messages display when the wireless adapter is disconnected from the network access point Disconnect from access point due to failed associations Disconnect from access point due to authentication failures Disconnect from access point due to TKIP Michael Integrity check failure Disconnect from access point due to Class 2 frame non authentication failure Disconnect from access point due to Class 3 frame non association failure Disconnect from access point due to reassociation failure Disconnect from access point due to Information Element failure Disconnect from access point due to EAPOL Key protocol four way handshake failure Disconnect from access point due to 802 1x authentication failure Recommended action Select the profile Click Connect and try to associate with the network GSM adapter was unexpectedly removed See Smart Card was unexpectedly removed The AAA Server Rejected the EAP Method This error occurs when the AAA Server does not accept the configured authentication Use the following steps to resolve this error Double click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet Wireless Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Select the
103. ate issued to this computer Proceed to Step 5 o Use my smart card Select if the certificate resides on a smart card Proceed to Step 5 4 User Name Enter the user name assigned to the user certificate 5 Click Next Se Step 2 of 3 EAP FAST Additional I nformation If you selected Use a certificate TLS Authentication and Use a user certificate on this computer click Next no roaming identity is required and proceed to Step 3 to configure EAP FAST Server certificate settings If you do not need to configure EAP FAST server settings click OK to save your settings and return to the Profiles page If you selected to use a smart card add the roaming identity if required Click OK to save your settings and return to the Profiles page If you did not select Use a certificate TLS Authentication click Next to select an Authentication Protocol CCXv4 permits additional credentials or TLS cipher suites to establish the tunnel Authentication Protocol Select either GTC or MS CHAP V2 Default Generic Token Card GTC GTC may be used with Server Authenticated Mode This enable peers using other user databases as Lightweight Directory Access Protocol LDAP and one time password OTP technology to be provisioned in band However the replacement may only be achieved when used with the TLS cipher suites that ensure server authentication To configure a one time password SE 1 Authentication Protocol Select GTC Generic Token
104. ated The technical construction file is kept available at INTEL CORPORATION SA Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium Authorized Signature by Date July 19 2004 Pa E Vincent Colin Worldwide Homologations Manager WPD Regulatory Department Declaration of Conformity 1999 5 EC We INTEL CORPORATION SA Address Branch Office Veldkant 31 2550 Kontich Belgium declare under our sole responsibility that the product Name INTEL PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection Model WM3A2915ABG EU to which this declaration relates is in compliance with all the applicable essential requirements and other provisions of the European Council Directive Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTE PIMYIOMTIO MI HI CUYO YUU LI KIK Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTE The conformity assessment procedure used for this declaration is Annex IV of this Directive This product will bear the CE Mark label CE 0523 Product compliance has been demonstrated on the basis of IEC 60950 1999 3 Edition with amendments 1 2 3 4 and EN 60950 2000 1995 519 EC Council recommendation For article 3 1 a Health and Safety of the User of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 Hz to 300 GHz EN 301 489 1 v1 4 1 Aug 2002 EN 301 489 17 v1 2 1 Aug 2002 For article 3 1 b
105. ating modes WPA Personal WPA2 Personal WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise AES CCMP 128 bit WEP 128 bit and 64 bit 802 1x EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 Product Safety Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Form Factor Mini PCI Type 3B Dimensions Weight Antenna Interface Connector Width 2 34 in x Length 1 75 in x Height 0 20 in 59 45 mm x 44 45 mm x 5 mm 0 7 oz 12 90 g Hirose U FL R SMT mates with cable connector U FL LP 066 Dual Diversity Antenna On board dual diversity switching Connector Interface Voltage Operating Temperature 124 pin mini PCI edge connector 3 3 V 0 to 70 degrees Celsius Humidity 50 to 85 non condensing Frequency Modulation Frequency band OFDM with BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM DBPSK DQPSK CCK 2 400 2 472 GHz US 2 400 2 4835 GHz Japan 2 400 2 4835 GHz Europe ETSI Modulation OFDM with BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM DBPSK DQPSK CCK Channels Full 14 channel support Data Rates 1 2 5 5 6 9 11 12 24 36 48 and 54 Mbps General Operating Systems Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Wi Fi R Alliance certification Wi Fi R certification for 802 11b 802 11g 802 11a WPA WPA2 WMM EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 Cisco Compatible Extensions certification Cisco Compatible Exten
106. ation 1999 519 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility article 3 1 b Following directive 89 336 EEC Following the Notified Body Opinion from TNO Certification B V with Notified Body number 0336 This declaration is based upon compliance to the following standards IEC 60950 1999 3 Edition with amendments 1 2 3 4 amp EN 60950 2000 EN 301 489 1 v1 4 1 Aug 2002 EN 301 489 17 v1 2 1 Aug 2002 EN 300 328 1 v1 4 1 Apr 2003 EN 50371 Safety Information Technology Equipment Including Electrical Business Equipment amp Common modifications special national conditions and National Deviation Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 1 Common technical requirements Part 17 Specific conditions for Wideband Data and Hiperlan equipment Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters ERM Wideband transmission systems Data transmission equipment operating in the 2 4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques Part 2 Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3 2 of the R amp TTE Directive Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of low power electronic and electrical apparatus with the basis restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fiels 10MHz 300GHz General public This declaration is made under our sole responsibility Authorized
107. ation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits The following safety precautions should be observed e Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting e Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged e Use in specific environments o The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments o The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA o The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital e Antenna use o In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm 8 inches or more from the body of all persons o High gain wall mount or mast mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 30 cm 12 inches or more from the body of all persons Please contact your professional installer VAR or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements Explosive Device Proximity Warnin
108. cedures to protect your wireless connection These include e Enable Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Change your password e Change the network name SSID Wi Fi Protected Access WPA encryption provides protection for your data on the network WPA uses an encryption key called a Pre Shared Key PSK to encrypt data before transmission Enter the same password in all of the computers and access points in your home or small business network Only devices that use the same encryption key can access the network or decrypt the encrypted data transmitted by other computers The password automatically initiates the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP for the data encryption process Network Keys WEP encryption provides two levels of security e 64 bit key sometimes referred to as 40 bit e 128 bit key also known as 104 bit For improved security use a 128 bit key If you use encryption all wireless devices on your wireless network must use the same encryption keys You can create the key yourself and specify the key length 64 or 128 bit and key index the location that a specific key is stored The greater the key length the more secure the key Key Length 64 bit Pass phrase 64 bit Enter five 5 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z Hex key 64 bit Enter 10 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F Key Length 128 bit Pass phrase 128 bit Enter 13 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z Hex key 128 bit Enter 26 hexadec
109. ch to authentication but all employing the same 802 1x protocol and framework for communication between a client and an access point Identify a Wireless Network Depending on the size and components of a wireless network there are many ways to identify a wireless network e The Network Name or Service Set I dentifier SSI D Identifies a wireless network All wireless devices on the network must use the same SSID e Extended Service Set I dentifier ESSI D A special case of SSID used to identify a wireless network that includes access points e Independent Basic Service Set I dentifier I BSSID A special case of SSID used to identify a network of wireless computers configured to communicate directly with one another without using an access point e Basic Service Set I dentifier BSSID A unique identifier for each wireless device The BSSID is the Ethernet MAC address of the device e Broadcast SSI D An access point can respond to computers sending probe packets with the broadcast SSID If this feature is enabled on the access point any wireless user can associate with the access point by using a blank null SSID Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Security Overview Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e WEP Encryption o Open and Shared Key authentication e 802 1x Authentication o How 802 1x Authentication Works o 802 1x Features e WPA WPA
110. col CKIP is a Cisco proprietary security protocol for encryption in 802 11 media CKIP uses a key message integrity check and message sequence number to improve 802 11 security in CKIP infrastructure mode CKIP is Cisco s version of TKIP Client The computer that gets its Internet connection by sharing either the host computer computer s connection or the Access Point s connection DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Technology used in radio transmission Incompatible with FHSS EAP Short for Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP sits inside of Point to Point Protocol s PPP authentication protocol and provides a generalized framework for several different authentication methods EAP is supposed to head off proprietary authentication systems and let everything from passwords to challenge response tokens and public key infrastructure certificates all work smoothly EAP FAST like EAP TTLS and PEAP uses tunneling to protect traffic The main difference is that EAP FAST does not use certificates to authenticate fia FAST The EAP GTC Generic Token Card is similar to the EAP OTP except with hardware token cards The request contains a displayable message and the response contains the string read from the hardware token card EAP OTP One Time Password is similar to MD5 except it uses the OTP as the response The request contains a displayable message The OTP method is defined in RFC 2289 The OTP mechanism is employed ext
111. connected to a network Intel PROSet Wireless detects that a new profile has been added and automatically attempts to connect to this new profile 9 If you want to manually connect to this profile click Connect The connection icon displays the current connection status The network name transmit and receive speeds and signal quality are also displayed Edit an Existing Profile To edit an existing profile 1 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window 2 Select the profile to edit in the Profiles list 3 Click Properties to open the General Settings 4 Click Next and Back to navigate through the General and Security Settings o General Settings Refer to General Settings for more information o Security Settings Refer to Security Settings for more information 5 Click OK to save the current settings and exit Click Cancel to exit without saving changes Remove a Profile To remove a profile Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Select the profile from the list Click Remove You are notified that Selected profiles will be permanently removed Do you want to continue 4 Click Yes The profile is removed from the Profiles list LA M If you are still connected to the network Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Select the profile from the list Click Remove You are notified that Selected profiles will be permanently removed Do you want to continue
112. ct to a network that is lower in the list if it is available e Right click the Taskbar icon located in the lower right corner of your Windows Desktop Right click Connect to Profiles A list of previously configured profiles is listed Select a profile First Time Connection Intel PROSet Wireless automatically detects wireless networks that are within range of your wireless adapter When a network is found a desktop alert notification displays Wireless networks found See Taskbar Icons for more information 1 Double click the desktop alert to open the Intel PROSet Wireless main window 2 Select a network from the wireless networks list 3 Click Connect If the network does not require security authentication a desktop alert notifies you that you are connected to the network Refer to Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window and Taskbar for more information about the taskbar menu and icons If you need to add security authentication 1 The Profile Wizard opens and guides you through the configuration process 2 Specify a Profile Name The Profile Name is your name for this network It can be anything that helps you identify this network For example My Home Network Coffee Shop on A Street 3 Click Next The Profile Wizard then attempts to detect the network settings of this network 4 Continue through the Profile Wizard until completion Refer to Profile Management and Security Settings for more information 5 Click OK t
113. curity e Troubleshooting e Administrator Tool e Glossary e Wireless Network Overview e Security Overview e Specifications e Customer Support e Safety and Regulatory Information e Warranty e Adapter Registration Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2004 2005 Intel Corporation All rights reserved Intel Corporation 5200 N E Elam Young Parkway Hillsboro OR 97124 6497 USA The copying or reproducing of any material in this document in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Intel Corporation is strictly forbidden Intel R is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Intel disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein Important Notice FOR ALL USERS OR DISTRIBUTORS Intel wireless LAN adapters are engineered manufactured tested and quality checked to ensure that they meet all necessary local and govern
114. current wireless manager You can then configure Microsoft Windows XP as your wireless manager Do pou want Windows to manage your wireless WE network connections Note To switch back to Intel PRO Set ireless and your existing profiles click the Intel PRO Set Wireless icon on the taskbar and select Use Intel PRO Sete Wireless to manage Wi Fi Do not show this message again NOTE Any wireless profiles created in Intel PROSet Wireless are not visible in Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration If you want to use your Intel wireless profiles you need to select Use Intel PROSet Wireless to manage Wi Fi from the Taskbar menu e From Intel PROSet Wireless From the Advanced menu click Use Windows to manage Wi Fi in the Intel PROSet Wireless application When you are finished using the Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration you can switch back to Intel PROSet Wireless Click Enable Intel PROSet Wireless on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window To enable Intel PROSet Wireless as your wireless manager click Use Intel PROSet Wireless to manage Wi Fi from the Taskbar menu JE Intel PROSet Wireless l gt lo xj File Tools Advanced Profiles Help Windows is currently managing this wireless adapter H Enable Intel PROSetwireless To connect to a wireless network please use the Windows Wireless Network Properties Open Network Properties Wireless Networks To manage profiles of p
115. d on a user computer that did not apply the Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 4 Application Setting only EAP FAST User settings are available for configuration To set up a client with EAP FAST authentication TO Se ee 10 11 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile Wizard s General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to open the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select EAP FAST to be used with this connection 12 Click Cisco Options to select Allow Fast Roaming CCKM which enables the client wireless adapter for fast secure roaming EAP FAST User Select the credential retrieval method 1 2 Select the user credentials e Use the Windows logon user name and password The user credentials are retrieved from the Windows log on process NOTE This
116. e certificates exist in the system store are available for selection If Any Trusted CA is selected any CA in the list is acceptable e Allow intermediate certificates The server certificate received during negotiation may have been issued directly by the CA or additionally by one of its intermediate certificate authorities Select to allow a number of unspecified certificates to be in the server certificate chain between the server certificate and the specified CA If cleared then the specified CA must have been directly issued by the server certificate e Specify Server or Certificate Name Select if you want to specify your server or certificate name The server name or a domain to which the server belongs depends on which of the two options below has been selected e Server name must match exactly When selected the server name entered must match exactly the server name found on the certificate The server name should include the fully qualified domain name for example Servername Domain name Domain name must end in specified name When selected the server name identifies a domain and the certificate must have a server name belonging to this domain or to one of its sub domains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator 3 Click OK to close the security settings EAP FAST User Settings NOTE If an Administrator Package was installe
117. e A IDs The A ID groups can be pre configured by the administrator and set up through an Administrator Package on a user s computer When a wireless network profile encounters a server with an A ID within the same group it uses this PAC without a prompt to the user To add an A ID Group 1 Select Include A I D Groups 2 Click Add Enter a new A ID group name 3 Click OK The A ID group is added to the A ID Group list If the A ID group is locked then additional A IDs cannot be added to the group To add an A ID to an A ID group Select a group from the A ID Groups list Click Add in the A IDs section Enter a new A ID Click OK The A ID is added to the list SS GI Mt Administrator Tasks How to Obtain a Client Certificate If you do not have any certificates for EAP TLS TLS or EAP TTLS TTLS you must obtain a client certificate to allow authentication Certificates are managed from either Internet Explorer or the Microsoft Windows Control Panel Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 2000 When a client certificate is obtained do not enable strong private key protection If you enable strong private key protection for a certificate you need to enter an access password for the certificate every time this certificate is used You must disable strong private key protection for the certificate if you configure the service for TLS or TTLS authentication Otherwise the 802 1x service fails authentication because the
118. e icons display next to the profile name in the profile list Name Description Profile Name Profiles are network settings that allow your wireless adapter to connect to a network access point Infrastructure mode or computer device to device Ad hoc mode which does not use an access point Network Name Name of the wireless network SSID or computer Connection I cons The network profile status icons indicate the different connection states of the adapter with a wireless network the type of operating mode being used and if network security is being used Blue circle The wireless adapter is associated with an access point or computer Ad hoc mode If a profile has 802 1x security enabled this indicates that the wireless adapter is associated and authenticated CH Indicates Device to Device ad hoc mode 9 Indicates an Administrator profile The wireless network uses Security encryption Use the arrows to position profiles in a preferred order for auto connection e Up arrow Move the position of a selected profile up in the profile list e Down arrow Move the position of a selected profile down in the profile list Connect Connect the selected profile for the wireless network Add Create a new profile using the Profile Wizard Refer to Create a New Profile for more information Remove Remove a selected profile from the Profile List Refer to Remove a Profile for more information
119. e is selected as the default Click Select Server to select a PAC from the default PAC authority server or select a server from the Server group list The EAP FAST Default Server PAC Authority selection page opens NOTE Server groups are only listed if you have installed an Administrator Package that contains EAP FAST Authority ID A ID Group settings PAC distribution can also be completed manually out of band Manual provisioning enables you to create a PAC for a user on an ACS server and then import it into a user s computer A PAC file can be protected with a password which the user needs to enter during a PAC import To import a PAC Click Import to import a PAC from the PAC server Click Open Enter the PAC password Optional Click OK closes this page The selected PAC is used for this wireless profile a EL e EAP FAST CCXv4 enables support for the provisioning of other credentials beyond the PAC currently provisioned for tunnel establishment The credential types supported include trusted CA certificate machine credentials for machine authentication and temporary user credentials used to bypass user authentication Use a certificate TLS Authentication Click Use a certificate TLS Authentication Click Identity Protection when the tunnel is protected Select one of the following o Use a user certificate on this computer Click Select to choose the user certificate Click OK Proceed to Step 4 o Use the certific
120. e of server side EAP Transport Layer Security EAP TLS and to support various authentication methods including user s passwords and one time passwords and Generic Token Cards Peer to Peer A wireless network structure that allows wireless clients to communicate Mode with each other without using an access point Power Save The state in which the radio is periodically powered down to conserve mode power When the notebook is in Power Save mode receive packets are stored in the access point until the wireless adapter wakes up Preferred network One of the networks that has been configured Such networks are listed under Preferred networks on the Wireless Networks tab of the Wireless Configuration Utility Windows 2000 environment or Wireless Network Connection Properties Windows XP environment Remote Authentication Dial In User Service RADIUS is an authentication and accounting system that verifies users credentials and grants access to requested resources Radio Frequency The international unit for measuring frequency is Hertz Hz which is equivalent to the older unit of cycles per second One Mega Hertz MHz is one million Hertz One Giga Hertz GHz is one billion Hertz For reference the standard US electrical power frequency is 60 Hz the AM broadcast radio frequency band is 0 55 1 6 MHz the FM broadcast radio ews frequency band is 88 108 MHz and microwave ovens typically operate
121. e password OTP C PIN Soft Token Roaming Identity anonymous myabe com To configure a one time password ooh 1 Authentication Protocol Select GTC Generic Token Card 2 3 On connection prompt for Select one of the following User Credentials Select Prompt each time I connect a Static password On connection enter the user credentials One time password OTP Obtain the password from a hardware token device PIN Soft Token Obtain the password from a soft token program Click OK Select the profile on the Wireless Networks list Click Connect When prompted enter the user name domain and one time password OTP Click OK You are asked to verify your log in information NOTE The Prompt each time I connect option is unavailable if an Administrator has cleared the Cache Credentials setting in the the Administrator Tool Refer to Administrator Settings for more information Please verify your login information below Cut and paste your One Time Password OTP from your OTP generator V Roaming Identity anonymous myabe com User Name Domain OTF MS CHAP V2 This parameter specifies the authentication protocol operating over the PEAP tunnel 1 User Credentials Select one of the following options Use Windows Logon Allows the 802 1x credentials to match your Windows user name and password Before connection you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials Prompt each
122. ecimal characters 0 9 A F o Pass phrase 128 bit Enter 13 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z o WEP key 128 bit Enter 26 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F Key Index Change the Key Index to set up to four passwords To add more than one password e Select the Key Index number 1 2 3 or 4 e Enter the Wireless Security Password e Select another Key Index number Enter another Wireless Security Password Click OK to return to the Profiles list Set up a Client with WPA Personal TKIP or WPA2 Personal TKIP Security Settings WPA Personal Mode requires manual configuration of a pre shared key PSK on the access point and clients This PSK authenticates users a password or identifying code on both the client station and the access point An authentication server is not needed WPA Personal Mode is targeted to home and small business environments WPA2 is the second generation of WPA security that provides enterprise and consumer wireless users with a high level of assurance that only authorized users can access their wireless networks WPA2 provides a stronger encryption mechanism through Advanced Encryption Standard AES which is a requirement for some corporate and government users To configure a profile with WPA Personal network authentication and TKIP data encryption 1 On the Intel PROSet Wireless main window double click an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list or select the network and click Connect
123. ecurity options click Advanced to open the Profile Wizard Security Settings Click OK to connect A profile is created and added to the Profiles list The Profile Management Wizard guides you through the settings required to connect with the wireless network At completion the profile is saved and added to the Profiles list Since these wireless settings are saved the next time you are in range of this wireless network you are automatically connected Profiles List The profile list displays a list of existing profiles When you come in range of a wireless network Intel PROSet Wireless scans the Profile List to see if there is a match If a match is found you are automatically connected to the network Profiles Once you connect to a network it is saved as a profile When you are not connected Intel PROSET Wireless tries to automatically connect in the order specified in this list Profile Name Network Name wireless wireless Export lmport A Export the selected profile Import external profiles to your profile list Close Profile List Priority Arrows e Use the up arrow to move the position of a selected profile up in the profiles list e Use the down arrow to move the position of a selected profile down in the profiles list Profiles List I cons The network profile status icons indicate if the adapter is associated with a network the type of operating mode being used and if security encryption is enabled Thes
124. ees Celsius Humidity 50 to 92 non condensing at temperatures of 25 29C to 55 2C Frequency Modulation Frequency band 5 GHz 802 11a 2 4 GHz 802 11b g 5 15 GHz to 5 85 GHz 2 400 2 4835 GHz dependent on country Modulation BPSK QPSK 16 QAM 64 QAM CCK DQPSK DBPSK Wireless Medium 5 GHz UNII Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM 2 4 GHz ISM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM Channels 4 to 12 non overlapping Channel 1 11 US only dependent on country Channel 1 13 Japan Europe Data Rates 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 11 5 5 2 1 Mbps 6 Mbps General Operating Systems Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Wi Fi R certification for 802 11b 802 11g WPA WPA2 WMM EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 Wi Fi R Alliance certification Cisco Compatible Extensions certification WLAN Standard Cisco Compatible Extensions v4 0 SEET IEEE 802 11g 802 11b Infrastructure or ad hoc peer to peer operating modes WPA Personal WPA2 Personal WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise AES CCMP 128 bit WEP 128 bit and 64 bit 802 1x EAP SIM LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP FAST EAP TLS EAP TTLS MD5 UL C UL CB IEC 60590 Architecture Security Product Safety Intel PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection Form Factor Mini PCI Type 3A Dimensions Width 2 85 in x
125. eive signals between your wireless adapter and the nearest access point or computer in Device to Device ad hoc mode The all number of vertical green bars indicates the strength of the transmit and receive signals Signal Quality The signal quality ranges from excellent to out of range The following factors affect signal quality e Signal quality decreases with distance and is affected by metal and concrete barriers e Metal objects can reflect signals and cause interference e Other electrical devices can cause interference Properties Provides adapter connection status information See Properties Button for information Wireless On Off Switch the radio off and on Refer to Turn Wireless On or Off for more information Help Provides help information for this page Close Closes the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks list displays a list of wireless networks within range of the adapter The signal strength of the wireless network access point or computer Device to Device all ad hoc mode The signal strength icon bars indicate that the wireless network or computer Device to Device ad hoc mode Network Name Network Name SSID The name of the network that the adapter is connected to The Network Name SSID must be the same as the SSID of the access point ff Profiles dentifies a network in the Wireless Networks list that is connected and has a profile in t
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127. eless Manager Intel R PROSet Wireless is used to setup edit and manage network profiles to connect to a network It also includes advanced settings such as power management and channel selection for setting up ad hoc networks If you use Microsoft R Windows R XP Wireless Zero Configuration as your wireless manager you can disable it from the Microsoft Windows Wireless Network tab To disable Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration as your wireless manager Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel Double click Network Connections Right click Wireless Network Connection Click Properties Click Wireless Networks Verify that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings is not selected If it is clear it Click OK This confirms that the Intel PROSet Wireless utility is configured to manage your network profiles PUOL dura sagt O a NOTE Check that the Application Settings option Notify when another application uses the wireless adapter is selected This option prompts you when Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration starts to manage your network profiles Start Intel PROSet Wireless To start Intel PROSet Wireless use one of the following methods e Click Start gt Programs gt Intel PROSet Wireless gt Intel PROSet Wireless e Right click the Taskbar icon Ki located in the lower right corner of your Windows Desktop to open the Taskbar menu Click Open Intel PROSet Wireless e D
128. emoves all of the networks and access points from the Exclude List Close Closes page and saves settings Help Provides help information for this page Enable or Disable the Radio To switch the wireless radio on or off use one of the following e The optional hardware radio switch on your computer e Intel PROSet Wireless software e Microsoft Windows NOTE When your computer is switched on the radio is constantly transmitting signals In certain situations as in an airplane signals from the radio may cause interference Use the following methods if you need to disable the radio and use your notebook without emitting radio signals Use the Optional Computer Radio On or Off Switch If your computer has an external switch installed use it to switch the radio on or off Refer to the computer manufacturer for more information about this switch If you have Intel PROSet Wireless installed the current state of the radio displays in the Intel PROSet Wireless main window and on the Taskbar Use Intel PROSet Wireless to Switch the Radio On or Off From Intel PROSet Wireless the radio can be switched on or off The status icon on Intel PROSet Wireless displays the current state of the radio From the Intel PROSet Wireless main Window click Wireless On or Wireless Off to toggle the radio on or off Switch the Radio On or Off from the Taskbar I con To switch the radio off or on click the Taskbar icon and select Wireless On or Wirel
129. en EAP MSCHAPv2 is being used as an inner method This mode protects the EAP MSCHAPv2 exchanges from potential Man in the Middle attacks by verifying the server s authenticity before exchanging MSCHAPv2 Therefore Server Authenticated Mode is preferred whenever it is possible EAP FAST peer must use Server Authenticated Mode whenever a certificate or public key is available to authenticate the server and ensure the best security practices Provisioning of Protected Access Credentials PAC EAP FAST uses a PAC key to protect the user credentials that are exchanged All EAP FAST authenticators are identified by an authority identity A 1D The local authenticator sends its AID to an authenticating client and the client checks its database for a matching AID If the client does not recognize the AID it requests a new PAC NOTE If the provisioned Protected Access Credential PAC is valid Intel R PROSet Wireless does not prompt the user for acceptance of the PAC If the PAC is invalid Intel PROSet Wireless fails the provisioning automatically A status message is displayed in the Wireless Event Viewer that an administrator can review on the user s computer 1 Verify that Disable EAP FAST Enhancements CCXv4 is not selected Allow unauthenticated provisioning and Allow authenticated provisioning are selected by default Once a PAC is selected from the Default Server you can deselect any of these provisioning methods 2 Default Server Non
130. eneral Settings The Wireless Network Name SSID and Profile Name are already defined Device to Device ad hoc is selected as the operating mode Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Open is the default No authentication is used Data Encryption WEP is selected You can change the WEP key key index or encryption level Click OK to return to the Profiles list after you have completed your changes Enterprise Security Configure Profiles for Infrastructure Networks An infrastructure network consists of one or more access points and one or more computers with wireless adapters installed Each access point must have a wired connection to a wireless network Set up a Client with No Authentication or Data Encryption None On the Intel R PROSet Wireless main page select one of the following methods to connect to an Infrastructure network e Double click an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list e Select an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Intel PROSet Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter If there is no authentication required the network connects without a prompt to enter any log on credentials Any wireless device with the correct network name SSID is able to associate with other devices in the network To create a profile for a wireless network connection with no encryp
131. ensively in VPN and PPP scenarios but not in the wireless world Extensible Authentication Protocol Subscriber Identity Module EAP SIM authentication can be used with ee GTC p OTP EAP SIM e Network Authentication types Open Shared and WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise e Data Encryption types None WEP and CKIP A SIM card is a special smart card that is used by GSM based digital cellular networks The SIM card is used to validate your credentials with the network EAP TLS A type of authentication method using EAP and a security protocol called the Transport Layer Security TLS EAP TLS uses certificates that use passwords EAP TLS authentication supports dynamic WEP key management EAP TTLS A type of authentication method using EAP and Tunneled Transport Layer Security TTLS EAP TTLS uses a combination of certificates and another security method such as passwords Encryption Scrambling data so that only the authorized recipient can read it Usually a key is needed to interpret the data FHSS Frequency Hop Spread Spectrum Technology used in radio transmission Incompatible with DSSS File and A capability that allows a number of people to view modify and print the printer sharing same file s from different computers The threshold at which the wireless adapter breaks the packet into multiple frames This determines the packet size and affects the throughput of the transmission Fragmentati
132. entication protocol EAP WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer s hardware specific MAC address which is relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network WPA is an interim standard that will be replaced with the EEE s 802 11i standard upon its completion WPA Personal_ Wi Fi Protected Access Personal provides a level of security in the small network or home environment WPA PSK Wi Fi Protected Access Pre Shared Key WPA PSK mode does not use an authentication server It can be used with the data encryption types WEP or TKIP WPA PSK requires configuration of a pre shared key PSK You must enter a pass phrase or 64 hex characters for a Pre Shared Key of length 256 bits The data encryption key is derived from the PSK Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Wireless Network Overview Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide About Wireless Network Technology e Select a Wireless Network Mode e Configure a Wireless Network e Identify a Wireless Network A wireless network connects computers without network cables Instead computers use radio communications to send data between each other You can communicate directly with other wireless computers or connect to an existing network through a wireless access
133. er logging onto a network Passwords digital certificates smart cards and biometrics are used to prove the identity of the client to the network Passwords and digital certificates are also used to identify the network to the client Bit error rate The ratio of errors to the total number of bits being sent in a BER es data transmission from one location to another r Rate The total number of bits ones and zeros per second that a network connection can support Note that this bit rate will vary under software control with different signal path conditions Broadcast Used to allow an access point to respond to clients on a wireless network SSID by sending probes D A unique identifier for each wireless client on a wireless network The Basic Service Set Identifier BSSID is the Ethernet MAC address of each adapter on the network A corporate certification authority implemented on a server In addition EE Internet Explorer s certificate can import a certificate from a file A trusted DEMO NIG CA certificate is stored in the root store CCX Cisco Compatible eXtension Cisco Compatible Extensions Program ensures that devices used on Cisco wireless LAN infrastructure meet the security management and roaming requirements Certificate Used for client authentication A certificate is registered on the authentication server i e RADIUS server and used by the authenticator Cisco Key Integrity Proto
134. ess Off How to use the Device Manager to Disable the Radio The radio can be disabled made non functional from the Microsoft Windows Device Manager NOTE If you disabled the radio from Microsoft Windows then you must use Microsoft Windows to turn the radio on You cannot use a hardware switch or Intel PROSet Wireless to enable the radio again Microsoft Windows XP From your desktop right click My Computer Click Properties Click Hardware Click Device Manager Double click Network adapters Right click the installed wireless adapter Choose Disable from the menu Click OK OO Oy ee I Install and Uninstall the Software A Typical install includes the Wireless LAN adapter driver the Intel PROSet Wireless software Intel R Smart Wireless Solutions and the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter The follow features are installed during a Custom installation e The Administrator Tool e Wireless Management Instrumentation WMI Support e Single Sign On Pre Logon Connect to establish a wireless connection prior to user logon to Windows To install these features select Custom during installation Follow the instructions below to install these features If Intel PROSet Wireless is already installed see the post installation instructions ZS Intel R PROSet Wireless Installer A Description e t G aaa eege NDIS driver for Wireless LAN V e Intel PROSet wireless adapter w e Intel Wireless Troubleshooter
135. eted because of a response from the authentication server Use the following steps to resolve this error 1 Select the profile 2 Click Connect and attempt to associate with the network and authenticate with the server The wireless adapter failed to get a valid I P address This error can be due to an authentication failure with the network incorrect encryption keys or because of a DHCP server malfunction Use the following steps to resolve this error Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected Enter the encryption key Click OK to save the security settings for the profile Oi WN Authentication failed because timer expired Authentication failed because the authentication timer expired while this mobile station was authenticating A rogue access point or a problem with the RADIUS server could have been the reason for the problem Recommended action e If a rogue access point is suspected consider adding this access point to the excluded access point list to prevent the wireless adapter from connecting to this access point in the future e If a rogue access point is not suspected click the profile in the profile list Click Connect to associate with the network and attempt to authenticate with the server Smart Card was unexpectedly removed This error occurred because the Smart Card w
136. ets are sent over a non exposed TLS encrypted channel TTLS implementations today support all methods defined by EAP as well as several older methods CHAP PAP MS CHAP and MS CHAPv2 TTLS can easily be extended to work with new protocols by defining new attributes to support new protocols WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Wired Equivalent Privacy 64 and 128 bit 64 bit is sometimes referred to as 40 bit This is a low level encryption technique designed to give the user about the same amount of privacy that he would expect from a LAN WEP is a security protocol for wireless local area networks WLANs defined in the 802 11b standard WEP is designed to provide the same level of security as that of a wired LAN WEP aims to provide security by data over radio waves so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one end point to another WEP Key Either a pass phrase or hexadecimal key The pass phrase must be 5 ASCII characters for 64 bit WEP or 13 ASCII characters for 128 bit WEP For pass phrases 0 9 a z A Z and amp Q lt gt are all valid characters The hex key must be 10 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F for 64 bit WEP or 26 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F for 128 bit WEP Wireless Fidelity Is meant to be used generically when referring of any type to 802 11 network whether 802 11b 802 11a or dual band A stand alone wireless hub that allows any computer that has a wireless network adapter to
137. ettings amp Security Settings General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID adhoc Profile Name adhoc The Wireless Network Name SSID is a unique identifier that differentiates one wireless network from another The Profile Name is your name for the network Example Home or Office Operating Mode Network Infrastructure Connect to wireless networks and or the Internet Device to device 4d hoc Connect directly to other computers Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Click Device to Device ad hoc Click Next Create Wireless Profile Profile Name ad hoc ES General Settings Security Settings Security Settings Personal Security Network Authentication Data Encryption NOTE There is no security on this wireless network 7 Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings 8 Network Authentication Open Selected When Open authentication is used any wireless station can request authentication The station that needs to authenticate with another wireless station sends an authentication management frame that contains the identity of the sending station T he receiving station grants any request for authentication Open authentication allows any device network access If no encryption is enabled on the network any device that knows the SSID can g
138. etwork for a meeting 1 On the Intel R PROSet Wireless main window select one of the following methods to connect to a device to device network e Double click a Device to Device ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list e Select a Device to Device ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Intel PROSet Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter NOTE Device to Device ad hoc networks are identified with a notebook image Si in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list o Authentication a If no authentication is required the network connects without a prompt to enter any log on credentials Any wireless device with the correct network name SSID is able to associate with the network devices a If Data Encryption is required select WEP You are asked to select either a 64 bit or 128 bit encryption level Security Password Encryption Key and a Key Index These values must match the various devices in your ad hoc network or data is not transferred NOTE If you need to edit or change the wireless network settings refer to Profile Management for more information To create a profile for a wireless network connection with no encryption 1 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window 2 On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile General Settings STE E Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless S General S
139. files NOTE Only administrators can create or export Pre Logon Common profiles Pre Logon Connect key points are e Pre Logon Connect is active only at the Windows log on e The following types of profiles can be created as Pre Logon profiles o 802 1x MD5 LEAP EAP FAST profiles that use either the Use the Windows logon user name and password or Use the following user name and password credentials when configuring the profile s security settings o 802 1x PEAP or TTLS profiles with user or machine certificates the user must have administrative rights to use machine certificates o TLS profiles that use digital certificates to verify the identity of a client and a server o EAP SIM profiles that use a Subscriber Identity Module SIM card to validate your credentials with the network All non 802 1x Open and WEP Common or User Based profiles e A Pre Logon profile is applied at Windows user log on time Pre Logon Common Connection Status Pre Logon support is installed during a Custom install of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install and Uninstall the Software for more information NOTE If the Single Sign On or Pre Logon Connect features are not installed an administrator is still able to create Pre Logon Common profiles for export to a user s computer The following describes how the Pre Logon Connect feature functions from system power up The assumption is that there is a saved profile with valid securi
140. form client authentication in the established tunnel a client sends a user name and password to authenticate and establish client authorization policy 1 Click User Credentials to select the credentials retrieval method o Use the Windows logon user name and password The user credentials are retrieved from the Windows log on process NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature o Prompt for the user name and password Prompts for user name and password before you connect to the wireless network The user name and password must first be set in the authentication server by the administrator o Use the following user name and password The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator a User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server ew Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its sub domains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name a Password This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks a Confirm Password Reenter the user password 2 Click OK to save the settings a
141. formation One Year Limited Hardware Warranty Limited Warranty Intel warrants to the purchaser of the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection PCI Card the Product that the Product if properly used and installed will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will substantially conform to Intel s publicly available specifications for the Product for a period of one 1 year beginning on the date the Product was purchased in its original sealed packaging SOFTWARE OF ANY KIND DELIVERED WITH OR AS PART OF THE PRODUCT IS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED AS IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDING ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY NON INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE provided however that Intel warrants that the media on which the software is furnished will be free from defects for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of delivery If such a defect appears within the warranty period you may return the defective media to Intel for replacement or alternative delivery of the software at Intel s discretion and without charge Intel does not warrant or assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any information text graphics links or other items contained within the software If the Product which is the subject of this Limited Warranty fails during the warranty period for reasons covered by this Limited Warranty Intel at its option will e
142. ful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If the equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions the equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications There is no guarantee however that such 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 taking one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to 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 NOTE The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations Canada I ndustry Canada IC This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CES 003 Issue 4 and RSS 210 No 4 Dec 2000 and No 5
143. g see below Antenna Warning see below Use on Aircraft Caution see below Other Wireless Devices see below Power Supply Access Point see below Explosive Device Proximity Warning Ad warning Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Antenna Warnings A Warning To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits it is recommended for the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter installed in a desktop or portable computer that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of al least 20 cm 8 inches from all persons and that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm 8 inches a Warning Intel R PRO Wireless LAN products are not designed for use with high gain directional antennas Use of such antennas with these products is illegal Use On Aircraft Caution A caution Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network Refer to the documentation supplied
144. ge over this encrypted channel to enable server validation The challenge and response packets are sent over a non exposed TLS encrypted channel The following example describes how to use WPA with AES CCMP encryption with TTLS authentication To set up a client with TTLS Network Authentication SE E EE 10 11 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select TTLS to be used with this connection Step 1 of 2 TTLS User 1 Authentication Protocol This parameter specifies the authentication protocol operating over the TTLS tunnel The protocols are PAP Default CHAP MD5 MS CHAP and MS CHAP V2 See Security Overview for more information For PAP CHAP MD5 MS CHAP and MS CHAP
145. h your computer manufacturer for details To add a profile with WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal network authentication aR E eet E 10 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal See Security Overview Data Encryption Select one of the following e TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism e AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important Password Enter a text phrase from 8 to 63 characters The longer the password the stronger the security of the wireless network The same password entered into an access points needs to be used on this computer and all other wireless devices that access the wireless network Set up a Client with WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Network Authentication WPA2 Enterprise requires an authentication server e WPA Enterprise A wireless security method that provides strong data protection for multiple users and large managed networks It uses the 802 1X authentication framework with TKI
146. hat is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks a Confirm Password Reenter the user password ev Roaming Identity If the Roaming Identity is cleared domain username is the default When 802 1x MS RADIUS is used as an authentication server the authentication server authenticates the device with the Roaming Identity user name from the Intel PROSet Wireless utility and ignores the Authentication Protocol MS CHAP V2 user name This feature is the 802 1x identity supplied to the authenticator Microsoft IAS RADIUS accepts only a valid user name dotNet user for EAP clients Enter a valid user name whenever 802 1x MS RADIUS is used For all other servers this is optional therefore it is recommended that you no use a true identity but instead the desired realm for example anonymous myrealm Configure Roaming I dentity to support multiple users If you use a Pre Logon or Common connection profile that requires the roaming identity to be based on the Windows logon credentials the creator of the profile can add a roaming identity that uses username and domain The roaming identity is parsed and the appropriate log on information is substituted for the keywords This allows maximum flexibility in configuring the roaming identity while allowing multiple users to share the profile Please refer to your authentication server user guide for directions about how to format a suitable roam
147. he Administrator Tool is located on the Tools menu It must be selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software or the feature is not displayed in the Tools menu Set Administrator Password Users cannot modify Administrator settings or profiles unless they have the password for this tool When you first access the Administrator Tool you are required to enter a password The password must not exceed 100 characters Null passwords are not allowed 1 Enter password Create a password maximum 100 characters 2 Confirm Password Reenter the password 3 Click OK The Open Administrator Package displays To change the existing password Click Administrator Tool from the Tools menu Click Change Password on the password entry form Old Password Enter the existing password New Password Enter the new password Confirm Password Reenter the new password again Click OK to save the new password and enter the Administrator Tool Se Administrator Packages The Administrator Packages are used to save administrative profiles and other settings You can copy or send this self extracting executable to clients on your network When the executable runs the contents are installed and configured on the destination computer To create a new package 1 On the Tools menu click Administrator Tool 2 Enter your password to the Administrator Tool 3 Administrator Package Click Create a new package 4 Click OK
148. he Intel PROSet Wireless Software Installation program Click Browse Place the Intel PROSet Wireless installation CD in the CD drive to locate the Autorun exe file Click OK Specify which components you want to export Select which applications to install on a user s computer o Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Helps you resolve wireless connection issues o Administrator Tool Installs the Administrator Tool to the Tools menu o Intel Smart Wireless Solutions Provides an easy configuration wizard for connection to a wireless router o Single Sign On Installs the Single Sign On features This tool is used to configure common shared profiles o Wireless Management Instrumentation Allows administrators who do not have Intel PROSet Wireless installed to remotely manage clients that do have Intel PROSet Wireless installed NOTE If you plan to use Novell R Client TM for Windows it should be installed prior to installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software If Intel PROSet Wireless is already installed you should remove it prior to installation of Novell Client for Windows EAP FAST A I D Groups NOTE This feature is unavailable if CCXv4 is not selected in the Administrator Tool Application Settings An Authority Identifier A ID is the radius server that provisions Protected Access Credential PACs A ID groups A ID groups are shared by all users of the computer and allow EAP FAST profiles to support multiple PACs from multipl
149. he Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile Wizard s General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Click Device to Device ad hoc Click Next Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings Network Authentication Open is selected Default Ad hoc networks only use Open authentication Data Encryption Select WEP WEP data encryption can be configured with 64 or 128 bit key If the wireless device does not have the correct WEP key the device is unable to transmit or decrypt data Encryption Level Select 64 or 128 bit Password is the same value used by the wireless access point or router Contact your administrator for this password Pass phrase 64 bit Enter five 5 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z Hex key 64 bit Enter 10 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F Pass phrase 128 bit Enter 13 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z Hex key 128 bit Enter 26 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F Key Index Select 1 2 3 or 4 Up to four passwords may be specified by changing the Key Index To change the security settings 1 SES SE E Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window The network that you just connected to is listed in the Profiles list Select the wireless network Click Properties to open the Wireless Profile Properties G
150. he machine store a Use a user certificate on this computer Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer 3 Click Next Step 2 of 2 PEAP Server Create Wireless Profile x Gi Profile Name wireless S General Settings Security Settings amp Security Settings PEAP User Personal Security Enterprise Security Network Authentication WPAZ Enterprise 4 Data Encryption AES CCMP B Authentication Type PEAP Step 2 of 2 PEAP Server Validate Server Certificate Certificate Issuer Any Trusted CA v C Specify Server or Certificate Name 1 Select one of the following options a Validate Server Certificate Select to verify the server certificate Certificate Issuer Click Any Trusted CA as the default or select a certificate issuer from the list a Specify Server or Certificate Name Server or Certificate Name Enter the server name The server name or domain to which the server belongs depends on which of the two options below has been selected Server name must match the specified entry exactly When selected the server name must match exactly the server name found on the certificate The server name should include the complete domain name for example Servername Domain name Domain name must end with the specified entry When selected the server name identifies a domain and the certificate must have a server name that belongs to this d
151. he profiles list Name Description computer is available for connection but is still not is associated with an access point or Status Notification that the adapter is connecting to the wireless network Once connected the status is changed to Connected bs The wireless network uses Network infrastructure mode E The wireless network uses Device to Device ad hoc mode Ki The wireless network uses Security encryption aOa The band frequency being used by the wireless network 802 11a 802 11b 802 119 The wireless network is on the exclusion list or the profile is configured for manual e connection Connect Disconnect Click to connect to a wireless network Once connected the button changes to Disconnect Properties Provides detailed information about the connected network and its access points See Network Properties for information Refresh Refreshes the list of available networks If any new networks are available within the adapter range the list is updated to show the new network name Wireless On Wireless Off Switch the radio off and on Refer to Wireless Off On for more information Close Closes the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Help Provides help information for this page Network Properties Click the Properties button on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window to display the security settings for the wireless adapter You can also add profiles to be excluded from automatic connectio
152. he use of these equipments is regulated by D L gs 1 8 2003 n 259 article 104 activity subject to general authorization for outdoor use and article 105 free use for indoor use in both cases for private use D M 28 5 03 for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services L uso degli apparati regolamentato da D L gs 1 8 2003 n 259 articoli 104 attivit soggette ad autorizzazione generale se utilizzati al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 libero uso se utilizzati entro il proprio fondo in entrambi i casi per uso privato D M 28 5 03 per la fornitura al pubblico dell accesso R LAN alle reti e ai servizi di telecomunicazioni Belarus 2 4 GHz OFDM 802 119 is not allowed at this time Korea Sal FHE SS AEA DSA VS Taiwan Bt EPRD e ESHA JFE el SEITEN SEAS WAH PRE Eat zap bus ST DF AAS RATA be RT ERT SST SEO BIS it AEREE TRRS EAHA MASAH EAEI ER EFE wis ENFHAREADS OERLE ASRESHARREHtHGR x T Pakistan Pakistan Telecommunication Authority PTA Approved Radio approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document Back to Contents Back to Contents Warranty Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Product Warranty I n
153. hekk Intel R Corporation jiddikjara li dan Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection jikkonforma mal h tieijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti of rajn relevanti li hemm fid New Member States requirements of Declaration of Conformity Estonian Hungary Alul rott Intel R Corporation nyilatkozom hogy a Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection megfelel a vonatkoz alapvet k vetelm nyeknek s az 1999 5 EC ir nyelv egy b eldirasainak Slovak Intel R Corporation t mto vyhlasuje e Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection sp ea z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES Czech Intel R Corporation t mto prohla uje e tento Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection je ve shod se z kladn mi po adavky a dal mi peislusnymi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Slovenia iuo Intel R Corporation deklaruoja kad is Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BGNetwork Connection atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Latvian Ar o Intel R Corporation deklar ka Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection atbilst Lithuanian Intel R Corporation deklaruoja kad Intel R Pro Wireless 2200BG Network Connectionatitinka 1999 5 EC Direktyvos esminius reikalavimus ir kitas nuostatas Direkt vas 1999 5 EK b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem Polish Niniejszym Intel R Corporation deklaruj ee Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG
154. help window e Press F6 to toggle between the left and right pane Use the up and down arrow as an alternative on your keyboard to move up and down within the pane e To view information click Contents in the left side pane or use Alt C on your keyboard as an alternative to access this feature e Double click on a book icon to open a Contents topic Use the up and down arrows to select a topic and press Enter as an alternative to open the sub topics e Click Index or Search to look for a specific term Use Alt S on your keyboard as an alternative to access the Search feature About Displays version information for the currently installed application components Application Settings Tools menu Intel PROSet Wireless Application Settings Adapter Currently managing the following adapter Intel R PRO Wireless 39454BG Network Connection m Advanced Settings Taskbar Show application icon on the taskbar Notifications Show Alert Notifications E Information Notifications Show Information Notifications EI Show a list of available networks when not connected Notify when another application uses the wireless adapter Enable TLS rejected certificates notification Zi Auto Connect Connect to available network using profiles only Connect to any available network if no matching profile found sl Description These settings control how the Intel PROSet Wireless behaves and displays information
155. his feature provides a way to exclude access points from automatic connection Refer to Manage Exclusions for more information Manage Exclusions Enable manual exclude list feature Select to enable the manual exclude list feature This feature provides a way to exclude networks from automatic connection Refer to Manage Exclusions for more information Show column sort headers Select to display the column names in the Wireless Networks list Click on a column header to sort the column in either ascending or descending order Wireless Networks List OK Save settings and return to the previous page Cancel Closes and cancels changes Help Provides help information for this page Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Tools menu Esc 2 Intel Wireless Troubleshooter To save logs to a file or to view event traces click on the Gi 2004 06 02 10 03 41 Did not receive IP address Wireless Event Viewer The wireless adapter failed to get a valid IP address This can be due to an authentication failure with the network incorrect encryption keys or because of a DHCP server malfunction Click here to re enter encryption keys Intel Wireless Troubleshooter can notify you when there are f wireless connection errors on Follow these recommended steps to resolve the issue your computer Alert notifications are currently enabled Disable notifications Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is an application that
156. hould be obtained from the administrator a Password Specifies the user password The password characters are seen as asterisks This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server Confirm Password Reenter the user password Click OK Se save the setting and close the page Cisco Compatible Extensions Options Cisco Options Use to enable or disable Radio Management and Mixed Cells Mode or Allow Fast Roaming CCKM NOTE Cisco Compatible Extensions are automatically enabled for CKIP LEAP or EAP FAST profiles To override this behavior select or clear options on this page Allow Fast Roaming CCKM Select to enable the client wireless adapter for fast secure roaming When a wireless LAN is configured for fast reconnection an EAP FAST EAP TLS PEAP GTC PEAP MSCHAPv2 or LEAP enabled client device can roam from one access point to another without involving the main server Use Cisco Centralized Key Management CCKM an access point configured to provide Wireless Domain Services WDS to take the place of the RADIUS server and authenticate the client without perceptible delay in voice or other time sensitive applications Enable Cisco Compatible Options Select to enable Cisco Compatible Extensions for this wireless connection profile Enable Radio Management Support Select to have your wireless adapter provide radio management to the Cisco infrastructure If the Cisco Radio Management utility is used on
157. iate profile from the Profiles list 2 Click Properties to open the General Settings 3 Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected 4 Select the appropriate 802 1x Authentication Type 5 For TTLS and PEAP profiles Verify that the correct Authentication Type is selected 6 Click Select and choose another certificate from the list of installed certificates 7 Click OK 8 For TLS profiles Click Select and choose another certificate from the list of installed certificates 9 Click OK Notes about Certificates The specified identity should match who the certificate is issued to and should be registered on the authentication server for example RADIUS server that is used by the authenticator Your certificate must be valid with respect to the authentication server This requirement depends on the authentication server and generally means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority You should be logged in with the same user name you used when the certificate was installed 9 Click Close 10 Click OK to save the settings Incorrect PIN for retrieving certificate Reenter PIN The certificate retrieval failed because of an incorrect PIN Recommended action Enter the correct PIN Authentication failed because the AAA server is unavailable The wireless adapter is associated to the access point but the 802 1x authentication cannot be compl
158. ick Finish to complete the process Reboot after a certificate is installed Use Microsoft Management Console MMC to verify that the CA is installed in the machine store i pe ane ea a In the Start menu click Run Enter MMC Click OK to open The Microsoft Management Console Click File Click Add Remove Snap in Click Add to open the Add Standalone Snap in page Click Certificates Click Add Click Computer account Click Next Click Finish Click Close Click OK In the console click Certificates Local Computer Click Trusted Root Certificate Authorities Click Certificates Verify that the CA you just installed is listed Click File Click Exit to close the console Obtain a certificate from a Microsoft Windows 2000 CA a 2 Start Internet Explorer and browse to the Certificate Authority HTTP Service use an URL such as http yourdomainserver yourdomain certsrv with certsrv being the command that brings you to the certificate authority You can also use the IP address of the server machine For example 192 0 2 12 certsrv Logon to the CA with the name and password of the user account you created on the authentication server The name and password do not have to be the same as the Windows log on name and password of the current user On the Welcome page of the CA select Request a certificate task and submit the form Choose Request Type Select Advanced request Click Next
159. ide mutual authentication and to negotiate an encryption algorithm and cryptographic keys before data is transmitted Refer to TLS above Cisco Features Cisco LEAP Cisco LEAP Cisco Light EAP is a server and client 802 1x authentication through a user supplied logon password When a wireless access point communicates with a Cisco LEAP enabled RADIUS Cisco Secure Access Control Server ACS Cisco LEAP provides access control through mutual authentication between client wireless adapters and the wireless networks and provides dynamic individual user encryption keys to help protect the privacy of transmitted data Cisco Rogue Access Point Security Feature The Cisco Rogue Access Point feature provides security protection from an introduction of a rogue access point that could mimic a legitimate access point on a network in order to extract information about user credentials and authentication protocols that could compromise security This feature only works with Cisco s LEAP authentication Standard 802 11 technology does not protect a network from the introduction of a rogue access point Refer to LEAP Authentication for more information Fast Roaming CCKM When a wireless LAN is configured for fast reconnection a LEAP enabled client device can roam from one access point to another without involving the main server Using Cisco Centralized Key Management CCKM an access point configured to provide Wireless Domain Services WD
160. ides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select PEAP to be used with this connection Step 1 of 2 PEAP User PEAP relies on Transport Layer Security TLS to allow unencrypted authentication types for example EAP Generic Token Card GTC and One Time Password OTP support 1 Authentication Protocol Select either GTC MS CHAP V2 Default or TLS Refer to Authentication Protocols 2 User Credentials Select one of the following Use Windows Logon Allows the 802 1x credentials to match your Windows user name and password Before connection you are prompted for your Windows logon credentials Prompt each time I connect Prompts for user name and password every time you log onto the network Use the following The user name and password are securely encrypted saved in the profile User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name Password This password must match the password t
161. ile Network Name Network Name SSID of the current connection IP Address Internet Protocol IP address for the current connection A radio frequency RF signal can be assessed by two components e signal strength quantity e signal quality The quality of the signal is determined by a combination of factors Primarily it is composed of signal strength and the ratio of the RF noise present RF noise occurs both naturally and artificially by electrical equipment If the amount of the RF noise is high or the signal strength is low it results in a lower signal to noise ratio which causes poorer signal quality With a low signal to noise ratio it is difficult for the radio receiver to discern the data information contained in the signal from the noise itself Signal Strength The signal strength for all received packets The more green bars displayed the stronger the Signal Adapter MAC Media Access Control MAC address for the wireless adapter Address Band Indicates the wireless band of the current connection e 802 11la 802 11b 802 11g Supported Data Rates at which the wireless adapter can send and receive data Displays the speed in Mbps for Rates the frequency being used e 802 11g 1 2 5 5 6 9 11 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 e 802 11b 1 2 5 5 and 11 e 802 11a 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Radio Frequency Displays the frequency of the current wireless connection e 802 11a 5 15 GHz
162. ile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device e This device is intended for OEM integrators only e This device cannot be co located with any other transmitter USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The radiated output power of the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection wireless network device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Intel R PRO Wireless LAN wireless network device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits you should keep a distance of at least 20 cm between you or any other person in the vicinity and the antenna that is built into the computer Interference 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 harm
163. iles List 1 Select individual or multiple profiles from the list 2 Select Export to export one or more profiles from the Profiles list 3 Select the destination folder Click Browse to search your hard disk for the destination directory The C drive is the default directory Export Profile Select the destination folder Help 4 Click OK to export the selected profile You are notified Successfully exported selected profiles to the destination folder CH To select multiple profiles 1 Use your mouse to highlight a profile 2 Press Ctrl 3 Click each profile that you want selected Follow the instructions from Step 2 above to export multiple profiles Import Profiles into the Profiles List To import profiles manually Click Import on the Profiles page Select the profile files to import Click Import You are notified that the profile has been successfully imported Click OK Click Close to return to the Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window Pree NP An administrator can set profiles to be imported automatically into the Profiles list Intel PROSet Wireless monitors the import folder on your hard disk for new profile files Only profiles that have been enabled through Enable Auto I mport in the Advanced Settings are automatically imported If a profile of the same name already exists in the Profiles list you are notified to either reject the imported profile or accept it If accepted the existing profile is
164. iles list To create a profile for a wireless network connection with no encryption Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Device to Device ad hoc Click Next Click Personal Security to open the Security Settings Data Encryption The default setting is None which indicates that there is no security on this wireless network Click OK The profile is added to the Profiles list and connects to the wireless network PS See ae Got Set up a Client with WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit Data Encryption When WEP data encryption is enabled a network key or password is used for encryption You must enter the key and specify the length 64 or 128 bit and key index the location that a specific key is stored The more complex the key mixed letters and numbers the more secure the key To add a network key to a device to device network connection 1 On the Intel PROSet Wireless main window double click a Device to Device ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list or select the network and click Connect When connected a profile is added to the Profiles list NOTE Device to Device ad hoc networks are identified with a notebook image in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list 2 Click Profi
165. imal characters 0 9 A F With 802 11 a wireless station can be configured with up to four keys the key index values are 1 2 3 and 4 When an access point or a wireless station transmits an encrypted message that uses a key stored in a specific key index the transmitted message indicates the key index that was used to encrypt the message body The receiving access point or wireless station can then retrieve the key that is stored at the key index and use it to decode the encrypted message body Personal Security Configure Profiles for Device to Device Ad Hoc Networks Set up a Client with Open Authentication and No Data Encryption None In device to device mode also called ad hoc mode wireless computers send information directly to other wireless computers You can use ad hoc mode to network multiple computers in a home or small office or to set up a temporary wireless network for a meeting On the Intel R PROSet Wireless main window select one of the following methods to connect to a device to device network e Double click a ad hoc network in the Wireless Networks list e Select a network in the Wireless Networks list Click Connect The Intel PROSet Wireless software automatically detects the security settings for the wireless adapter e Create a device to device ad hoc network profile as described below NOTE Device to Device ad hoc networks are identified with a notebook image in the Wireless Networks and Prof
166. information on resource usage for the purpose of trend analysis auditing session time billing or cost allocation How 802 1x Authentication Works A simplified description of 802 1x authentication is e A client sends a request to access message to an access point The access point requests the identity of the client e The client replies with its identity packet which is passed along to the authentication server e The authentication server sends an accept packet to the access point e The access point places the client port in the authorized state and data traffic is allowed to proceed 802 1x Features 802 1x supplicant protocol support Support for the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP RFC 2284 e Supported Authentication Methods o EAP TLS Authentication Protocol RFC 2716 and RFC 2246 o EAP Tunneled TLS TTLS o PEAP e Supports Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 WPA or WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access WPA or WPA2 is a security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control to a wireless network WPA enforces 802 1x authentication and key exchange and only works with dynamic encryption keys To strengthen data encryption WPA utilizes Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP TKIP provides important data encryption enhancements that include a per packet key mixing function a message integrity check MIC called Michael an extended initialization vector IV with sequencing rules
167. ing identity Possible formats are domain username username domain username domain Com username mynetwork com If Roaming Identity is cleared domain username is the default Notes about the credentials This user name and domain must match the user name that is set in the authentication server by the administrator prior to client authentication The user name is case sensitive This name specifies the identity supplied to the authenticator by the authentication protocol operating over the TLS tunnel This user identity is securely transmitted to the server only after an encrypted channel has been verified and established Authentication Protocols These parameter specifies the authentication protocols that can operate over the TTLS tunnel Below are instructions on how to configure a profile that uses PEAP authentication with GTC MS CHAP V2 Default or TLS authentication protocols Generic Token Card GTC Wireless Profile Properties wireless Profile Name wireless ES General Settings amp Security Settings PEAP User Personal Security Enterprise Security PEAP Server Network Authentication WPA2 Enterprise DI Data Encryption AES CCMP DI KR Enable 802 1 Authentication Type PEAP D Step 1 of 2 PEAP User Authentication Protocol GTC v Security Settings User Credentials Prompt each time connect On connection prompt for Static password Ce One tim
168. ion for outdoor use and article 105 free use for indoor use in both cases for private use D M 28 5 03 for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services L uso degli apparati regolamentato da D L gs 1 8 2003 n 259 articoli 104 attivit soggette ad autorizzazione generale se utilizzati al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 libero uso se utilizzati entro il proprio fondo in entrambi i casi per uso privato D M 28 5 03 per la fornitura al pubblico dell accesso R LAN alle reti e ai servizi di telecomunicazioni Greece A license is required for the outdoor use of band 5 470 5 725 GHz Belarus 2 4 GHz OFDM 802 119 is not allowed at this time Indonesia 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Korea ool TAE SBS AMEN MSS o Dlo Kuwait 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Oman If the modules are less than 100 milliwatts they are unlicensed but if they are more than 100 milliwatts the user is responsible for getting a license to operate from Telecommunications Regulatory Authority TRA in Sultanate of Oman Taiwan Stk EPRA hE HARE JF al GER ASH TAS SEAS MAD Re Eat AERE F i edd EJEHHE E FATAESARMAERT RSs FERRATHRAG EuS jt CS STRnbGSEseIsb BASH ER KE CHE EVFHAERAZSSEwBERLX ASRESAERRHAERS ETH Pakistan Pakistan Telecommunication Authority PTA Approved UAE 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Ukraine 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this
169. ioning EAP FAST exchange to dynamically obtain one from the server EAP FAST documents two methods to deliver the PAC manual delivery through an out of band secure mechanism and automatic provisioning e Manual delivery mechanisms are any delivery mechanism that the administrator of the network feels is sufficiently secure for their network e Automatic provisioning establishes an encrypted tunnel to protect the authentication of the client and the delivery of the PAC to the client This mechanism while not as secure aS a Manual method may be is more secure than the authentication method used in LEAP The EAP FAST method is divided into two parts provisioning and authentication The provisioning phase involves the initial delivery of the PAC to the client This phase only needs to be performed once per client and user Mixed Cell Mode Some access points for example Cisco 350 or Cisco 1200 support environments in which not all client stations support WEP encryption this is called Mixed Cell Mode When these wireless network operate in optional encryption mode client stations that join in WEP mode send all messages encrypted and stations that use standard mode send all messages unencrypted These access points broadcast that the network does not use encryption but allows clients that use WEP mode to join When Mixed Cell is enabled in a profile it allows you to connect to access points that are configured for optional encryption
170. ions a Validate Server Certificate Select to verify the server certificate Certificate ssuer Click Any Trusted CA as the default or select a certificate issuer from the list a Specify Server or Certificate Name Server or Certificate Name Enter the server name The server name or domain to which the server belongs depends on which of the 2 two options below has been selected Server name must match the specified entry exactly When selected the server name must match exactly the server name found on the certificate The server name should include the complete domain name for example Servername Domain name Domain name must end with the specified entry When selected the server name identifies a domain and the certificate must have a server name that belongs to this domain or to one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator Click OK to save the setting and close the page Set up a Client with TTLS Network Authentication TTLS authentication These settings define the protocol and credentials used to authenticate a user The client uses EAP TLS to validate the server and create a TLS encrypted channel between the client and server The client can use another authentication protocol typically password based protocols for example MD5 Challen
171. ipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment an airport for example you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter wireless device before you turn it on Regulatory information Information for the OEMs and Integrators The following statement must be included with all versions of this document supplied to an OEM or integrator but should not be distributed to the end user e This device is intended for OEM integrators only e This device cannot be co located with any other transmitter e Please refer to the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions e This device must be operated and used with a locally approved access point Information To Be Supplied to the End User by the OEM or Integrator The following regulatory and safety notices must be published in documentation supplied to the end user of the product or system incorporating an Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection in compliance with local regulations Host system must be labeled with Contains FCC ID XXXXXXXX FCC ID displayed on label The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the
172. ith the modified products including without limitation claims under the warranty and or issues arising from regulatory non compliance and iii Intel will not provide or be required to assist in providing support to any third parties for such modified products Note Many regulatory agencies consider Wireless LAN adapters to be modules and accordingly condition system level regulatory approval upon receipt and review of test data documenting that the antennas and system configuration do not cause the EMC and radio operation to be non compliant November 2005 Back to Contents Use Intel R PROSet Wireless Software Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e Use Intel PROSet Wireless as your Wireless Manager e Start Intel PROSet Wireless e Start Intel PROSet Wireless from the Taskbar o Taskbar Icons o Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts e Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window o Wireless Networks List o Connection Status Icons o Network Properties o Connection Details o Profiles List e Intel PROSet Wireless Menus e Tools Menu o Application Settings o Intel Wireless Troubleshooter o Administrator Tool e Advanced Menu o Adapter Settings o Advanced Statistics o Use Windows to Manage Wi Fi e Profiles Menu o Manage Profiles o Manage Exclusions e Enable and Disable the Radio e Install and Uninstall the Software Use I ntel PROSet Wireless as your Wir
173. k Authentication WPA2 I Enterprise Data Encryption Authentication Type TLS Step 1 of 2 TLS User Use my smart card Use the certificate issued to this computer Use a user certificate on this computer Step 1 of 2 TLS User 1 Obtain and install a client certificate refer to Set up the Client for TLS authentication or consult your system administrator 2 Select one of the following to obtain a certificate e Use my smart card Select if the certificate resides on a smart card e Use the certificate issued to this computer e Use a user certificate on this computer Click Select to choose a certificate that resides on this computer 3 Click Next Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless General Settings amp Security Settings TLS User Personal Security Enterprise Security TLS Server Security Settings Network Authentication WP amp 2 Enterprise v Data Encryption AES CCMP v Enable 802 1 Authentication Type TLS e Step 2 of 2 TLS Server Validate Server Certificate Certificate Issuer Any Trusted CA C Allow Intermediate Certificates C Specify Server or Certificate Name Server or Certificate Name Server name must match the specified entry exactly Domain name must end in with the specified entry Step 2 of 2 TLS Server Select one of the following 1 Select one of the following opt
174. l Wireless Troubleshooter contains two panes The left pane displays a list of available tools The right pane displays the current connection issue This pane is divided into two sections the error message and the recommended action The recommended action contains descriptions about available utilities and helps to resolve the associated connection issue If you click on a help link the help text is displayed in a window If you click on the associated issue resolution link a program is launched to resolve the connection issue Date Time error message e Description of error e Link to resolve error if available See Resolve Errors below e Link to recommended steps to resolve error Wireless Event Viewer Launches Wireless Event Viewer Disable Notification Enable Select to disable or enable alert notifications Notification Menu Options File Exit Click to exit the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter application Help Intel R Wireless Troubleshooter Help Displays online help on the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter About Displays version information for the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Wireless Event Viewer L Wireless Event Viewer File Help level Description Date and Time 2 Information Intel Wireless Troubleshooters 2004 06 02 10 04 07 Ero Did not receive an IP address fro 2004 06 02 10 03 41 Information Profile MyProfile for Socrates bei 2004 06 02 10 02 07 D Information Profi
175. le wireless for wireless being 2004 06 02 10 01 45 D Information Profile wireless for wireless being 2004 06 02 10 01 00 23 Information AcStatusNoStatusChange 2004 06 02 10 00 36 D Information Profile wireless for wireless being 2004 06 02 10 00 36 Information AcStatusNoStatusChange 2004 06 02 10 00 16 Information Profile direct for lt No current 2004 06 02 10 00 16 The Wireless Event Viewer program displays a list of error log records You can save all available log records to a binary format file for sending to customer support To launch Wireless Event Viewer from the Tools menu click I ntel Wireless Troubleshooter Click Wireless Event Viewer Wireless Event Viewer Description Name Description File To change the storage location of the log file 1 Click Settings to open the Wireless Event Viewer Settings 2 Specify the default folder for saved log files The current folder is displayed The default location is the desktop Click Browse to specify a new folder location 3 Click OK to close and apply the new changes Click Cancel to close without applying any changes Exit Click to exit Wireless Event Viewer and return to the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Help Provides help information for this page About Displays version information for the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Wireless Event Viewer Level The severity level of the connection issue is indicated by an icon Information
176. les to access the Profiles list Select the network that you connected to in Step 1 3 Click Properties to open the Wireless Profile Properties General Settings The Profile name and Wireless Network Name SSID display Device to Device ad hoc should be selected as the Operating Mode Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Personal Security Security Settings The default setting is None which indicates that there is no security on this wireless network oyi S To add a password or network key 1 Security Settings Select either WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit to configure WEP data encryption with a 64 or 128 bit key When WEP encryption is enabled on a device the WEP key is used to verify access to the network If the wireless device does not have the correct WEP key even though authentication is successful the device is unable to transmit data 2 Password Enter the Wireless Security Password Encryption Key o Pass phrase 64 bit Enter five 5 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z o WEP key 64 bit Enter 10 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F o Pass phrase 128 bit Enter 13 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z o WEP key 128 bit Enter 26 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F 3 Key Index Up to four passwords may be specified by changing the Key Index 4 To add more than one password o Select the Key Index number 1 2 3 or 4 o Enter the Wireless Security Password o Select another Key Index number
177. liga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG France Pour la France m tropolitaine 2 400 2 4835 GHz Canaux 1 13 autoris en usage int rieur 2 400 2 454 GHz canaux 1 7 autoris en usage ext rieur Pour la Guyane et la R union 2 400 2 4835 GHz Canaux 1 13 autoris en usage int rieur 2 420 2 4835 GHz canaux 5 13 autoris en usage ext rieur Pour tout le territoire Fan cais Seulement 5 15 5 35 GHz autoris pour le 802 11a Belgium Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e a l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure a 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l I BPT In geval van priv gebruik buiten een gebouw op een openbare plaats is geen registratie nodig wanneer de afstand minder dan 300m is Voor een afstand groter dan 300m is een registratie bij BIPT vereist Voor registraties en licenties gelieve BIPT te contacteren 5 GHz interface is not allowed at this time Japan DCH SIS ZO OZ E Latvia A license is required for outdoor use for operation in 2 4 GHz band Italia A general authorization is requested for outdoor use in Italy The use of these equipments is regulated by D L gs 1 8 2003 n 259 article 104 activity subject to general authorizat
178. low the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY BY STATE OR JURISDICTION ANY AND ALL DISPUTES ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE ADJ UDICATED IN THE FOLLOWING FORUMS AND GOVERNED BY THE FOLLOWING LAWS FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CANADA NORTH AMERICA AND SOUTH AMERICA THE FORUM SHALL BE SANTA CLARA CALIFORNIA USA AND THE APPLICABLE LAW SHALL BE THAT OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE FOR THE ASIA PACIFIC REGION EXCEPT FOR MAINLAND CHINA THE FORUM SHALL BE SINGAPORE AND THE APPLICABLE LAW SHALL BE THAT OF SINGAPORE FOR EUROPE AND THE REST OF THE WORLD THE FORUM SHALL BE LONDON AND THE APPLICABLE LAW SHALL BE THAT OF ENGLAND AND WALES IN THE EVENT OF ANY CONFLICT BETWEEN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION AND ANY OTHER TRANSLATED VERSION S OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE SIMPLIFIED CHINESE VERSION THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION SHALL CONTROL IMPORTANT UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED IN WRITING BY INTEL THE INTEL PRODUCTS SOLD HEREUNDER ARE NOT DESIGNED OR INTENDED FOR USE IN ANY MEDICAL LIFE SAVING OR LIFE SUSTAINING SYSTEMS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS NUCLEAR SYSTEMS OR FOR ANY OTHER MISSION CRITICAL APPLICATION IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE INTEL PRODUCT COULD CREATE A SITUATION WHERE PERSONAL INJ URY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR
179. made to connect with each profile This is referred to as Cisco Mode NOTE The pre logon connection may take longer to connect Select the profile connectivity level on a user s computer Disable I ntel Profile Switching Users are only able to connect with the first Pre Logon Common profile or connect with Pre Logon profiles only e Allow the user to connect to all administrator profiles e Allow the user to only connect to the first administrator profile Select the security level on a user s computer Single Sign On Users are able to connect to profiles only with this security level e Allow the user to connect to networks with Personal Security only e Allow the user to connect to networks with Enterprise Security Select which Administrator Profile types are enabled on a user computer e Persistent Connection Profiles are active during start up and when no user is logged onto the computer e Pre Logon or Common Connection Profiles are active immediately once a user logs onto the computer Common profiles are enabled if Pre Logon features are not installed ona user s computer Common profiles are active after a user has logged on and the session becomes active Persistent and Pre Logon or Common profiles are placed at the top of the user s profiles list They cannot be changed or deleted by a user Enables a third party software to use the VoIP applica
180. manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product For country specific approvals see Radio approvals Intel Corporation is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with the Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter kit or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Intel Corporation The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment is the responsibility of the user Intel Corporation and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines Local Restriction of 802 11la 802 11b and 802 11g Radio Usage The following statement on local restrictions must be published as part of the compliance documentation for all 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products Caution Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products are designed for use only in specific countries and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were
181. mental regulatory agency requirements for the regions that they are designated and or marked to ship into Since wireless LANs are generally unlicensed devices that share spectrum with radars satellites and other licensed and unlicensed devices it is sometimes necessary to dynamically detect avoid and limit usage to avoid interference with these devices In many instances Intel is required to provide test data to prove regional and local compliance to regional and governmental regulations before certification or approval to use the product is granted Intel s wireless LAN s EEPROM firmware and software driver are designed to carefully control parameters that affect radio operation and to ensure electromagnetic compliance EMC These parameters include without limitation RF power spectrum usage channel scanning and human exposure For these reasons Intel cannot permit any manipulation by third parties of the software provided in binary format with the wireless WLAN adapters e g the EEPROM and firmware Furthermore if you use any patches utilities or code with the Intel wireless LAN adapters that have been manipulated by an unauthorized party i e patches utilities or code including open source code modifications which have not been validated by Intel i you will be solely responsible for ensuring the regulatory compliance of the products ii Intel will bear no liability under any theory of liability for any issues associated w
182. ministrator Package when a user s computer has an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection or an Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Enable a user to create or connect to profiles that support different 802 1x authentication EAP types 802 1x Authentication Select which 802 1x authentication EAP types you want enabled on a user s computer MD5 EAP SIM Administrator Tool Disable access to the Administrator Tool on a user s computer Application Auto Launch Select to start a batch file executable file or script automatically when a specific profile connects to the network For example start a Virtual Private Network VPN session automatically whenever a user connects to a wireless network Application On Radio Toggle Enables a third party application to disable the Intel PROSet Wireless Wireless On or Wireless Off switch CCXv4 Select Enable CCSv4 to Enable Cisco Compatible Extensions version 4 CCXv4 features for EAP FAST profiles NOTE The EAP FAST A ID Authority Identifier Groups feature in the Administrator Tool is unavailable if CCXv4 is not enabled Select which of the following prompts to enable or disable on a user s computer for EAP FAST PAC provisioning Turn on prompt and warnings for unauthenticated provisioning Option to turn off prompts and warnings for PAC auto provisioning if there is no PAC or there is no PAC that matches the A ID sent by the server
183. more secure the key To add a network key for an Infrastructure network connection 1 On the Intel PROSet Wireless main window double click an Infrastructure network in the Wireless Networks list or select the network and click Connect NOTE Infrastructure networks are identified with an access point image amp 5 in the Wireless Networks and Profiles list Click Profiles to access the Profiles list Click Properties to open the Wireless Profile Properties General Settings The Profile name and Wireless Network Name SSID display Network Infrastructure should be selected as the Operating Mode Click Next to access the Security Settings Security Settings The default setting is None which indicates that there is no security on this wireless network To add a password or network key 1 4 Security Settings Select either WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit to configure WEP data encryption with a 64 or 128 bit key When WEP encryption is enabled on an access point the WEP key is used to verify access to the network If the wireless device does not have the correct WEP key even though authentication is successful the device is unable to transmit data through the access point or decrypt data received from the access point Password Enter the Wireless Security Password Pass phrase or Encryption Key WEP key o Pass phrase 64 bit Enter five 5 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z o WEP key 64 bit Enter 10 hexad
184. n If network exclusion is enabled see Application Settings then the Network Properties also indicates if the network is excluded from automatic connection Network Properties details Name Description Network Name Displays the wireless network name Band Current band and frequency being used Displays Out of Range if no band and frequency is displayed The following bands are listed e 802 11a 802 11b 802 11g Operation Mode Displays the current operating mode e Network Infrastructure A wireless network centered around an access point In this environment the access point not only provides communication with the wired network but also mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood e Device to Device ad hoc A communication configuration in which every computer has the same capabilities and any computer can initiate a communication session Also known as a peer to peer network or a computer to computer network Authentication Level Displays the current authentication security mode for the profile being used The following network authentication levels are listed Open Shared WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise WPA Personal WPA2 Personal Unknown Displays the 802 11 authentication used by the currently used profile Refer to Security Settings for more information Data Encryption The following Data Encryption settings are listed None WEP TKIP CKIP AES CCMP Refer
185. n algorithms used for 802 1x Some examples are EAP TLS EAP TTLS and Protected EAP PEAP These are all methods for the wireless client to identify itself to the RADIUS server With RADIUS authentication user identities are checked against databases RADIUS constitutes a set of standards addressing Authentication Authorization and Accounting AAA Radius includes a proxy process to validate clients in a multi server environment The IEEE 802 1x standard is for controlling and authenticating access to port based 802 11 wireless and wired Ethernet networks Port based network access control is similar to a switched local area network LAN infrastructure that authenticates devices that are attached to a LAN port and prevent access to that port if the authentication process fails What is RADI US RADIUS is the Remote Access Dial In User Service an Authorization Authentication and Accounting AAA client server protocol which is used when a AAA dial up client logs in or out of a Network Access Server Typically a RADIUS server is used by Internet Service Providers ISP to perform AAA tasks AAA phases are described as follows e Authentication phase Verifies a user name and password against a local database After the credentials are verified the authorization process begins e Authorization phase Determines whether a request is allowed access to a resource An IP address is assigned for the dial up client e Accounting phase Collects
186. n label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL Regulatory Warning For use in or with UL Listed personal computers or compatible Regulatory Information Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Information for the User Regulatory Information Information for the user Safety Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96 8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits The following safety precautions should be observed e Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting e Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged e Use in specific environments o The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments o The use of wi
187. nd close the page Server verification is not required Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 4 CCXv4 To set up a client with EAP FAST authentication with Cisco Compatible Extensions version 4 CCXv4 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile Wizard s General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to open the Security Settings Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended 9 Data Encryption Select AES CCMP 10 Enable 802 1x Selected 11 Authentication Type Select EAP FAST to be used with this connection PA EH e U Step 1 of 3 EAP FAST Provisioning With CCXv4 EAP FAST supports two modes for provisioning e Server Authenticated Mode Provisioning inside a server authenticated TLS tunnel Server Unauthenticated Mode Provisioning inside an unauthenticated TLS tunnel NOTE Server Authenticated Mode provides significant security advantages over Server Unauthenticated Mode even wh
188. ndicates the current connection status Refer to Taskbar Icons for more information Main Window Connection Status Description The icons are used to designate connection status Icon Description Wireless Off The radio is not associated to a network Click the Wireless On button to enable the radio Indicates connection problems including authentication failures Searching for wireless networks The wireless adapter is scanning for any available wireless networks Animated Icons 660000 No wireless networks found The adapter does not find any wireless networks Wireless network found An available wireless network is found You can choose to connect to available networks displayed in the Wireless Networks list Network Name Lesh Connecting to a wireless network You are connecting to a wireless network The crescent shaped curves switch between green and white until an IP Address is obtained or a connection error occurs Connected to a wireless network You are connected to a wireless network The network name speed signal quality and IP address display the current connection status Click the Details button to display details of the current network connection Network Name SSID This is the name of the network that the adapter is connected to The Network Name SSID must be the same as the SSID of the access point The signal quality icon bars indicate the quality of the transmit and rec
189. nection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations Canada I ndustry Canada IC This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CES 003 Issue 4 and RSS 210 No 4 Dec 2000 and No 5 Nov 2001 Cet appariel num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 No 4 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 et No 5 Nov 2001 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis a l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afinde fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install a l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Europe Frequency Bands 2 400 2 4835 GHz Europe ETS 5 15 5 35 GHz and 5 47 5 725 GHz Europe ETS Low band 5 25 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only 5 47 5 725 GHz is current not allowed in Czech Republic and France Declaration of Conformity INTel Declaration of
190. ness user who can use a variety of simple security procedures to protect your wireless connection Select from the list of security settings that do not require extensive infrastructure setup for your wireless network A RADIUS or AAA server is not required e Review the Set up Data Encryption and Authentication information to learn about the different security types e To add or change the required security settings click Security Settings for information to set security for the selected wireless network e See Profile Management for a description of when to use the Profile Wizard e See Security Overview for more information about the different security options for wireless networks e If you want to verify the security settings select a wireless network in the Wireless Networks list Click Details to review the operating mode authentication level and data encryption e See Enterprise Security to set 802 1x authentication security Personal Security Settings Personal Security Settings Description None WEP CKIP TKIP AES CCMP Name Setting Personal Security Select to open the Personal Security settings The security settings that are available are dependent on the Operating Mode selected in the Profile Wizard Device to Device ad hoc or Network Infrastructure Data Encryption If you configure a profile for a Device to Device ad hoc network select e None No authentication required e WEP 64
191. nistrator Tool s Profiles list o Select Insert on Bottom to always place Administrator profiles at the bottom the Administrator Tools Profiles list 3 Click OK to close and return to the Administrator Tool Application Settings An administrator can select which level of control that users have over their wireless network connections To configure Application Settings 1 Click Include settings 2 Enable or disable each setting listed in the table below Name beten 802 11a Radio On Off Control Select Add 802 11a Radio On Off Selection to allow a user to turn on or off the 802 11a radio on their computer This adds the 802 11a Radio Off control to the Taskbar menu and the Intel PROSet Wireless main window on a user s computer Once this feature is installed on a user s computer follow the instructions below to turn on or off the 802 11a radio control To turn off the 802 11a Radio 1 On the Intel PROSet Wireless Main window click the Wireless On button The list of radio options are displayed 2 Select 802 1la Radio Off The 802 11a radio is now inactive To turn on the 802 11a Radio 1 On the Intel PROSet Wireless Main window click the 802 1L1a Radio Off button The list of radio options are displayed 2 Select Wireless On The 802 114 radio is now active NOTE This option is available only for wireless adapters that support 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g This feature is not installed through an Ad
192. not displayed in the certificate listings o WPA Enterprise profiles that do not use a user certificate o WPA Personal profiles e Persistent profiles are applied at system power up and after a user logs off To create a Persistent Profile Click Include Profiles Click Persistent Click Add to open the General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Operating Mode Network Infrastructure is selected Administrator Profile Type Persistent Active when no users are logged on is selected Click Next Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings See Enterprise Settings for 802 1x security configuration information 10 Click OK eee GE Pre Logon Connection Pre Logon Common profiles are applied prior to a user log on If Single Sign On support is installed the profile is applied and connection is made prior to the the Windows log on sequence pre logon If Single Sign On support is not installed the profile is applied once the user session is active Pre logon Common profiles always appear at the top of a the Profiles list A user can still prioritize their own profiles that they have created but they cannot reprioritize Pre logon Common Profiles Since these profiles appear at the top of the profiles list Intel PROSet Wireless automatically attempts to connect to the Administrator profiles first before any user created pro
193. ntel PROSet Wireless main window and on the Taskbar Select Wireless On to turn the radio on Select Wireless Off to turn the radio off Wireless On If your computer has an external switch installed use it to switch the Wireless Off radio on or off Refer to your computer manufacturer s documentation for more information about this switch 802 11a Radio Off This option is available only for wireless adapters that support 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Select to turn off the 802 11a radio NOTE This setting is unavailable unless it is set in the Administrator Tool or if your adapter is an Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Opens an application that can assist you to resolve wireless network connection issues When a connection issue is detected a desktop alert appears at the bottom right corner of your desktop See Intel Wireless Troubleshooter for more information Connect to Profile Displays the current profiles in the Profile list Used also to connect to a profile Use Windows to manage Wi Fi Toggles between the Intel PROSet Wireless and Microsoft Windows Use Intel PROSet Wireless to manage Wi XP Wireless Zero Configuration Service When you use Microsoft Fi Windows you cannot use your Intel profiles Taskbar Icons Open Intel Wireless Troubleshooter The Taskbar icon provides visual indication of the current wireless connection state The connection
194. o connect to the wireless network If you ignore the Wireless networks found desktop alert Intel PROSet Wireless displays a message that prompts Do you want to connect to a wireless network Click Yes The Intel PROSet Wireless main window opens Follow the instructions above to connect to a wireless network Wireless networks available Do you want to connect to a wireless network Intel FRO Set ireless has found available wireless networks An icon op the taskbar displays a balloon message of this important event i Wireless networks found Click to commect to 4 wireless network In the future click the balloon message to act on these events Do you want to connect now Do not show this message again In addition to the Taskbar icon Intel PROSet Wireless also displays connection status and available networks Refer to Intel PROSet Wireless Main Window for more information Other Wireless Managers If the Intel PROSet Wireless detects another software application trying to communicate with the wireless device you are notified of this behavior Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration To switch from Intel PROSet Wireless to the Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration use either of the following methods e From the Taskbar Menu Click Use Windows to manage Wi Fi to switch to Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Select this option to disable Intel PROSet Wireless as your
195. oint Select to associate the wireless adapter with a specific access point e Password Protection Select to password protect a profile e Start application Specify a program to be started when a wireless connection is made Back View the prior page in the Profile Wizard View the next page in the Profile Wizard If more security information Next is required then the next Step of the Security page is displayed OK Closes the Profile Wizard and saves the profile Cancel Closes the Profile Wizard and cancels any changes made Help Provides the help information for the current page Enterprise Security Configure Profiles for Device to Device Ad Hoc Networks Set up a Client with Open Network Authentication and No None Data Encryption When Open authentication is used any wireless station can request authentication The station that needs to authenticate with another wireless station sends an authentication management frame that contains the identity of the sending station The receiving station grants any request for authentication Open authentication allows any device network access If no encryption is enabled on the network any device that knows the SSID can gain access to the network In Device to Device ad hoc mode wireless computers send information directly to other wireless computers You can use ad hoc mode to network multiple computers in a home or small office or to set up a temporary wireless n
196. om where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name a Password This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks a Confirm Password Reenter the user password Roaming Identity If the Roaming Identity is cleared domain username is the default When 802 1x MS RADIUS is used as an authentication server the server authenticates the device that uses the Roaming I dentity user name from Intel PROSet Wireless software and ignores the Authentication Protocol MS CHAP V2 user name This feature is the 802 1x identity supplied to the authenticator Microsoft IAS RADIUS accepts only a valid user name dotNet user for EAP clients When 802 1x MS RADIUS is used enter a valid user name For all other servers this is optional Therefore it is recommended to use the desired realm for example anonymous myrealm instead of a true identity Step 3 of 3 EAP FAST Server Authenticated TLS Server Provisioning Mode is supported using a trusted CA certificate a self signed server certificate or server public keys and GTC as the inner EAP method Validate Server Certificate e Validate Server Certificate e Certificate Issuer The server certificate received during TLS message exchange must be issued by this certificate authority CA Trusted intermediate certificate authorities and root authorities whos
197. omain or to one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator Notes about Certificates The specified identity should match the I ssued to identity in the certificate and should be registered on the authentication server for example RADIUS server that is used by the authenticator Your certificate must be valid with respect to the authentication server This requirement depends on the authentication server and generally means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority Use the same user name you used to log in when the certificate was installed 2 Click OK The profile is added to the Profiles list 3 Click the new profile at the end of the Profiles list Use the up and down arrows to change the priority of the new profile 4 Click Connect to connect to the selected wireless network If you did not select Use Windows logon on the Security Settings page and also did not configure user credentials no credentials are saved for this profile Please enter your credentials to authenticate to the network 5 Click OK to close Intel PROSet Wireless PEAP TLS Certificate Auto Enrollment In the Application Settings Advanced Settings select Intel R PROSet TLS Certificate Rejected Warning if you want a warning issued when a PEAP TLS certificate is rejected When a certificate ha
198. on between a client and an access point In most protocols upon the completion of the 802 1x authentication process the supplicant receives a key that it uses for data encryption Refer to How 802 1x authentication works for more information With 802 1x authentication an authentication method is used between the client and a Remote Authentication Dial In User Service RADIUS server connected to the access point The authentication process uses credentials such as a user s password that are not transmitted over the wireless network Most 802 1x types support dynamic per user per session keys to strengthen the static key security 802 1x benefits from the use of an existing authentication protocol known as the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP 802 1x authentication for wireless LANs has three main components e The authenticator the access point e The supplicant the client software e The authentication server a Remote Authentication Dial In User Service server RADIUS 802 1x authentication security initiates an authorization request from the wireless client to the access point which authenticates the client to an Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP compliant RADIUS server This RADIUS server may authenticate either the user via passwords or certificates or the system by MAC address In theory the wireless client is not allowed to join the networks until the transaction is complete There are several authenticatio
199. on threshold GHz Gigabertz A unit of frequency equal to 1 000 000 000 cycles per second A unit Gigahertz A unit of frequency equal to 1 000 000 000 cycles per second frequency equal to 1 000 000 000 cycles per second The computer that is directly connected to the Internet via a modem or Host computer network adapter Infrastructure A wireless network centered around an access point In this environment Network the access point not only provides communication with the wired network but also mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood EEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE is an organization involved in defining computing and communications standards Internet The address of a computer that is attached to a network Part of the Protocol IP address designates which network the computer is on and the other part address represents the host identification LAN Local area network A high speed low error data network covering a relatively small geographic area LEAP Light Extensible Authentication Protocol A version of Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP LEAP is a proprietary extensible authentication protocol developed by Cisco which provides a challenge response authentication mechanism and dynamic key assignment A hardwired address applied at the factory It uniquely identifies network hardware such as a wireless adapter on a LAN or WAN Mbps
200. option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature e Prompt for the user name and password Prompts for user name and password before you connect to the wireless network The user name and password must first be set in the authentication server by the administrator e Use the following user name and password The user name and password must be first set in the authentication server by the administrator a User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server ew Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its sub domains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name a Password This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks a Confirm Password Reenter the user password Allow automatic provisioning of Protected Access Credentials PAC EAP FAST uses a PAC key to protect the user credentials that are exchanged All EAP FAST authenticators are identified by an authority identity A ID The local authenticator sends its AID to an authenticating client and the client checks its database for a matching AID If the client does not recognize the AID it reque
201. or A Z e Hex key 64 bit Enter 10 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F e Pass phrase 128 bit Enter 13 alphanumeric characters 0 9 a z or A Z e Hex key 128 bit Enter 26 hexadecimal characters 0 9 A F Set up a Client with WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal Network Authentication Wi Fi Protected Access WPA is a security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control to a wireless network WPA enforces key exchange and only works with dynamic encryption keys If your wireless AP or router supports WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal then you should enable it on the AP and provide a long strong password For personal or home networks without a RADIUS or AAA server use Wi Fi Protected Access Personal e WPA Personal A wireless security method that provides strong data protection and prevents unauthorized network access for small networks It uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP encryption or AES CCMP and protects against unauthorized network access through the use of a pre shared key PSK e WPA2 Personal A follow on wireless security method to WPA that provides stronger data protection and prevents unauthorized network access for small networks NOTE WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal are not interoperable Some security solutions may not be supported by your computer s operating system and may require additional software or certain hardware as well as wireless LAN infrastructure support Check wit
202. other certificate This authentication error can be caused by an invalid server certificate Use the following steps to resolve this error na ae oa Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected The appropriate 802 1x Authentication Type is selected e For TTLS and PEAP profiles Verify that the correct Authentication Type is selected from the list Click Next to select another certificate from the list of installed certificates or specify another server or certificate name Click OK o For TLS profiles Click Select and choose another certificate from the list of installed certificates and click OK 5 6 Notes about certificates The specified identity should match who the certificate is issued to and should be registered on the authentication server for example RADIUS server that is used by the authenticator Your certificate must be valid with respect to the authentication server This requirement depends on the authentication server and generally means that the authentication server must know the issuer of your certificate as a Certificate Authority You should be logged in with the same user name you used when the certificate was installed Click Close Click OK to save the settings Authentication failed due to invalid server credentials Reenter server credentials This authentication erro
203. ouble click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet Wireless Exit Intel PROSet Wireless To close Intel PROSet Wireless from the main window use one of the following e Select File gt Exit from the main window e Click Close e Click the Close button X at the top right corner of the window Start Intel PROSet Wireless from the Taskbar To start Intel R PROSet Wireless double click the Taskbar icon Ki located in the lower right corner of your Windows desktop or right click the Taskbar icon and click Open Intel PROSet Wireless Taskbar Menu Options Open Intel PROSet Wireless v Wireless On Wireless OFF Open Intel Wireless Troublehooter Connect to Profile gt Use Windows to manage Wi Fi The Intel PROSet Wireless icon displays on the Taskbar located in the lower right corner of your Windows desktop Right click the status icon to display the menu options Menu Item Comments Open Intel PROSet Wireless Click to start Intel PROSet Wireless when Intel PROSet Wireless is your wireless manager If you select Use Windows to manage Wi Fi from the Taskbar menu the menu option changes to Open Open Wireless Zero Configuration Wireless Zero Configuration and Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Service is used as your wireless manager When you use Microsoft Windows you cannot use your Intel profiles If you have Intel PROSet Wireless installed the current state of the radio displays in the I
204. out Displays version information for the Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Wireless Event Viewer Launches Wireless Event Viewer Disable Notification Select to disable the alert notifications Enable Notification Select to enable the alert notifications Available Help Date Time error message Description of error Link to resolve error if available See Resolve Errors for more information Link to recommended steps to resolve error Administrator T ool Tools menu The Administrator tool is for administrators or the person who has administrator privileges on this computer This tool allows the administrator to restrict what level of control the users of this computer have over their wireless connections This tool is used also to configure common shared profiles Users cannot modify Admini strator settings or profiles unless they have the password for this tool A password should be chosen that is secure and not easily guessed You can export these settings and profiles as one package to other computers on your network For more information refer to the Administrator Tool section Name Description Application Settings An administrator can select which level of control that users have over their wireless network connections Refer to Administrator Tool Application Settings See Profiles Adapter Settings Software Administrator Packages Change Password Close Enable or di
205. point When you set up your wireless adapter you select the operating mode for the kind of wireless network you want You can use your Intel R PRO Wireless Network Connections adapter to connect to other similar wireless devices that comply with the 802 11 standard for wireless networking Select a Wireless Network Mode Wireless networks can operate with or without access points depending on the number of users in the network Infrastructure mode uses access points to allow wireless computers to send and receive information Wireless computers transmit to the access point the access point receives the information and rebroadcasts it to other computers The access point can also connect to a wired network or to the Internet Multiple access points can work together to provide coverage over a wide area Device to Device mode also called Ad Hoc mode works without access points and allows wireless computers to send information directly to other wireless computers You can use Device to Device mode to network computers in a home or small office or to set up a temporary wireless network for a meeting Configure a Wireless Network There are three basic components that must be configured for an 802 11 wireless network to operate properly e Network Name Each wireless network uses a unique Network Name to identify the network This name is called the Service Set Identifier SSID When you set up your wireless adapter you specify the SS
206. poration d clare que l appareil Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente Intel R Corporation d clare que ce Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation dass sich dieser diese dieses Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien ME THN ITAPOYYA Intel R Corporation AHAQNEI OTI Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection SYMMOP ONETAI IPOX TI OYXIQAEIX ATIAITHXEI KAI TIX AONIFE XETIKEY AIATAZEIX THY OAHTIAY 1999 5 EK Dutch English LW Finnish E German Greek NN Alul rott Intel R
207. ptimal setting is for a user to always set the Wireless Mode OK Saves settings and return to the previous page Close Closes the page and cancels any changes Help Provides help information for this page transmit power at the lowest possible level still compatible with the quality of their communication This allows the maximum number of wireless devices to operate in dense areas and reduce interference with other devices that this radio shares radio spectrum with NOTE This setting takes effect when either Infrastructure or Ad hoc mode is used Select which band to use for connection to a wireless network e 802 11a only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11la networks only e 802 11b only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11b networks only e 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11g networks only e 802 11a and 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11a and 802 11g networks only e 802 11b and 802 11g only Connect the wireless adapter to 802 11b and 802 11g networks only e 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Default Connect to either 802 11a 802 11b or 802 11g wireless networks NOTE These wireless modes modulation types determine the discovered access points displayed in the Wireless Networks list Software Select which of the Intel PROSet Wireless applications are installed on a user s computers 1 Select Include Software 2 3 Specify t
208. r can be caused by an invalid server domain credential Use the following steps to resolve this error oie te i Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected Select the appropriate 802 1x Authentication Type e For TTLS and PEAP profiles Select Use the following for user credentials a Verify the domain information If Use Windows logon or Prompt each time I connect is selected verify that the correct domain credentials information is used when you connect to the wireless network Click OK to save the settings Authentication failed due to invalid server identity Reenter server name This authentication error can be caused by invalid server identity information Use the following steps to resolve this error O10 Ne Select the appropriate profile from the Profiles list Click Properties to open the General Settings Click Next to open the Security Settings Enterprise Security is selected Select the appropriate 802 1x Authentication Type For TTLS and PEAP profiles Verify that the Roaming Identity server name is correct Click OK to save the settings Authentication failed due to an invalid user certificate Reenter user credentials This authentication error can be caused by invalid server domain credentials Use the following steps to resolve this error 1 Select the appropr
209. re is no logged in user to provide the required password Notes about Smart Cards After a Smart Card is installed the certificate is automatically installed on your computer and is chosen from the personal certificate store and root certificate store Set up the Client for TLS authentication Step 1 Obtain a certificate To allow TLS authentication you need a valid client certificate in the local repository for the logged in user s account You also need a trusted CA certificate in the root store The following information provides two methods for obtaining a certificate e From a corporate certification authority CA implemented on a Windows 2000 server e Import a certificate from a file with Internet Explorer s certificate import wizard If you do not know how to obtain a user certificate from the CA consult your administrator for the procedure To install the CA on the local machine 1 Obtain the CA and store it on your local drive 2 Click Import The Certificate Import Wizard opens 3 Click Next 4 Click Browse to locate the certificate on your local drive 5 Click the exported certificate 6 Click Open 7 Click Next 8 Click Place all certificates in the following store 9 Click Browse to open the Select Certificate Store 10 Click Show physical stores Click OK From the list of stores scroll up and expand Trusted Root Certificate Authorities Click Local Computer Click OK Click Next Cl
210. red into access point needs to be used on this computer and all other wireless devices that access the wireless network NOTE WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal are not interoperable AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol It is the new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802 11i standard AES CCMP provides a stronger encryption method than TKIP Choose AES CCMP as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important NOTE Some security solutions may not be supported by your computer s operating system and may require additional software or hardware as well as wireless LAN infrastructure support Check with your computer manufacturer for details TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is an enhancement to WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy security TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism which fixes the flaws of WEP MD5 Message Digest 5 MD5 is a one way authentication method that uses user names and passwords This method does not support key management but does require a pre configured key if data encryption is used It can be safely deployed for wireless authentication inside EAP tunnel methods TLS A type of authentication method using the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP and a security protocol called the Transport Layer Security TLS EAP TLS uses certificates which use passwords EAP
211. reless 2915ABG Network Connection spe nia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia zawarte Dyrektywie 1999 5 EC Hungary v Ft S D 5 0 Rees T TI m m S ZS S a St 3 Si Ei z G T i gt 3 5 S a a gt 5 K a a u nm gt 3 3 Lithuanian Portuguese Intel R Corporation declara que este Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection esta conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Slovak Intel R Corporation t mto vyhlasuje e Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection Slovenia speea z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES iuo Intel R Corporation deklaruoja kad is Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Spanish Swedish Connection atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas France Por medio de la presente Intel R Corporation declara que el Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE H rmed intygar Intel R Corporation att denna Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection star verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Pour la France m tropolitaine 2 400 2 4835 GHz Canaux 1 13 autoris en usage int rieur 2
212. reless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA o The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital Explosive Device Proximity Warning see below Antenna Warning see below Use on Aircraft Caution see below Other Wireless Devices see below Power Supply Access Point see below Explosive Device Proximity Warning a Warning Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Antenna Warnings A Warning To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits it is recommended for the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection installed in a desktop or portable computer that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of al least 20 cm 8 inches from all persons and that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm 8 inches a Warning The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection product is not designed for use with high gain directional antennas Use of such antennas with these products is illegal Use On Aircraft Caution Ay Caution Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of r
213. remembered for future sessions Set up a Client with LEAP Network Authentication Cisco LEAP Light Extensible Authentication Protocol is an 802 1X authentication type that supports strong mutual authentication between the client and a RADIUS server The LEAP profiles settings include LEAP CKIP with Rogue AP detection integration To set up a client with LEAP Authentication 10 00 S O3 EE ad e 15 16 Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add The Create Wireless Profile General Settings opens Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next to access the Security Settings Click Enterprise Security Network Authentication Select WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Data Encryption Select one of the following o TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a rekeying mechanism o AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is used as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important AES CCMP is recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select LEAP to be used with this connection Click Cisco Options Click Enable Cisco Compatible Extensions to enable Cisco Compatible Extensions CCX security Allow Fast Roaming CCKM Enable Radio Management Support Enable Mixed Cells
214. ret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization Examples of such situations include the following e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter equipment on board airplanes or e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment an airport for example you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection wireless devices before you turn it on Regulatory information Information for the OEMs and Integrators The following statement must be included with all versions of this document supplied to an OEM or integrator but should not be distributed to the end user This device is intended for OEM integrators only This device canno
215. reviously connected wireless networks click the Profiles button Erates Third Party Wireless Software If you use software provided by a hotspot location coffee shop airport terminal Intel PROSet Wireless notifies you and then disables itself It cannot manage the wireless device when another wireless manager communicates with the wireless device To take advantage of the Intel PROSet Wireless features you want to disable or remove this software when you leave the hotspot Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Profile Management I ntel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide What is a Profile Profiles List Profiles List icons Connect to a Profile Create a New Profile Edit an Existing Profile Remove a Profile Set a Profile Password Export and Import Profiles What is a Profile A profile is a saved group of network settings Profiles are displayed in the Profile List Profiles are useful when moving from one wireless network to another Different profiles can be configured for each wireless network Profile settings include the network name SSID operating mode and security settings A profile is created when you connect to a wireless network 4 1 Select a network from the Wireless Networks list 2 3 If the wireless network requires a WEP password or encryption key enter the password To change Click Connect the s
216. rk Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 supplement C 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits The following safety precautions should be observed e Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting e Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged e Use in specific environments o The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments o The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA o The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital e Antenna use o In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm 8 inches or more from the body of all persons o High gain wall mount or mast mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 3
217. rofile NOTE Ensure Voice over IP is not disabled in the Administrator Tool Application Settings It is enabled by default Click Include Profiles Select a profile from the list Click Properties to open the Create Vol P Profiles page Select the Codec bandwidth application usage and Frame Rate Codec Ken GZ Rate SEH G711_64kbps Interactive G711_56kbps Voice G711_48kbps e Audio G722_ 64kbps Conference G722_56kbps e Voice Data G722_48kbps e Video G722_1_ 32kbps e Streaming G722_1_ 24kbps Audio G722_1_16kbps G723_1 6 4kbps G723_1_5_ 3kbps G726_16kbps G726 24kbps G726_32kbps G726_40kbps G728 12 _8kbps G728_ 16kbps G729_ 8kbps G729a_8kbps G729b_8kbps G729ab_8kbps G729d_6 4kbps G729e_8kbps G729e_ 11 8kbps GIPS_iPCM_VARIABLE G722 2 VARIABLE SPEEX_VARIABLE GIPS_iSAC_VARIABLE 5 Click OK to return to the Profiles list 6 Click Close to save the profile settings to a package Administrator Tool Settings Administrator Tool Settings Profile insertion Insert on top Co Insert on bottom Description Select to place the profile at the top or end of the Profiles list An Administrator can determine which order Administrator profiles are placed in the Administrator Tool s Profiles list 1 Click the Administrator Tool Tools menu 2 Click Settings to open the Administrator Tool Settings o Select Insert on Top to always place Administrator profiles at the top of the Admi
218. rong password The same password entered into access point needs to be used on this computer and all other wireless devices that access the wireless network NOTE WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal are not interoperable Some security solutions may not be supported by your computer s operating system You may require additional software or hardware as well as wireless LAN infrastructure support Contact your computer manufacturer for details Set Password 1 Wireless Security Password Encryption Key Enter a text phrase length is between eight and 63 characters Verify that the network key used matches the wireless access point key 2 Click OK to return to the Profiles list Back to Top Back to Contents Enterprise Security From the Security Settings page you can enter the required security settings for the selected wireless network Use Enterprise Security if your network environment requires 802 1x authentication e 802 1x authentication methods include passwords certificates and smart cards e 802 1x authentication types are MD5 EAP SIM LEAP TLS TTLS PEAP EAP FAST e See Profile Management for a description of when the Profile Wizard is launched e See Security Overview for more information on the different security options for wireless networks e See Personal Security to set basic WEP or WPA security in a non enterprise environment home small business Enterprise Security Settings Enterprise Sec
219. rotected Access utilizes its TKIP TKIP provides important data encryption enhancements including a re keying method TKIP is part of the IEEE 802 11i encryption standard for wireless LANs TKIP is the next generation of WEP the Wired Equivalency Protocol which is used to secure 802 11 wireless LANs TKIP provides per packet key mixing a message integrity check and a re keying mechanism thus fixing the flaws of WEP AEN TLS Transport Layer Security A type of authentication method using the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP and a security protocol called the Transport Layer Security TLS EAP TLS uses certificates which use passwords EAP TLS authentication supports dynamic WEP key management The TLS protocol is intended to secure and authenticate communications across a public network through data encryption The TLS Handshake Protocol allows the server and client to provide mutual authentication and to negotiate an encryption algorithm and cryptographic keys before data is transmitted TTLS Tunneled Transport Layer Security These settings define the protocol and the credentials used to authenticate a user In TTLS the client uses EAP TLS to validate the server and create a TLS encrypted channel between the client and server The client can use another authentication protocol typically password based protocols such as MD5 Challenge over this encrypted channel to enable server validation The challenge and response pack
220. s Open and Shared Key authentication IEEE 802 11 supports two types of network authentication methods Open System and Shared Key e When Open authentication is used any wireless station can request authentication The station that needs to authenticate with another wireless station sends an authentication management request that contains the identity of the sending station The receiving station or access point grants any request for authentication Open authentication allows any device network access If no encryption is enabled on the network any device that knows the Service Set Identifier SSID of the access point can gain access to the network e When Shared Key authentication is used each wireless station is assumed to have received a secret shared key over a secure channel that is independent from the 802 11 wireless network communications channel Shared key authentication requires that the client configure a static WEP key The client access is granted only if it passes a challenge based authentication 802 1x Authentication How 802 1x Authentication Works 802 1x Features Overview 802 1x authentication is independent of the 802 11 authentication process The 802 1x standard provides a framework for various authentication and key management protocols There are different 802 1x authentication types each provides a different approach to authentication but all employ the same 802 1x protocol and framework for communicati
221. s Event Viewer e Resolve Errors Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Intel Wireless Troubleshooter To save logs to a file or to view event traces click on the Gi 2004 06 02 10 03 41 Did not receive IP address Wireless Event Viewer The wireless adapter failed to get a valid IP address This can be due to an authentication failure with the network incorrect encryption keys or because of a DHCP server malfunction Click here to re enter encryption keys Intel Wireless Troubleshooter can notify you when there are wireless connection errors on your computer Follow these recommended steps to resolve the issue Alert notifications are currently enabled B Disable notifications The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is an application that can help you resolve wireless network connection issues When a connection issue is detected a desktop alert appears at the bottom right corner of your desktop screen Once you click on the desktop alert a diagnostic message displays the steps recommended to resolve the connection issue For example if a connection issue occurred because of an invalid password the Profile Wizard application is launched when you click on a displayed hyperlink You can also launch Wireless Event Viewer and enable or disable alert notifications The Intel Wireless Troubleshooter is supported under Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 2000 Intel Wireless Troubleshooter Description The Inte
222. s an invalid field expiration date you are notified that you must take one of the following actions A potential authentication problem for profile lt profile name gt has been detected The expiration date in the associated certificate may be invalid Choose one of the following options Control Description Continue with current parameters Continue with the current certificate Update certificate manually The Select Certificate page opens for you to choose another certificate Update certificate automatically based on the This option is enabled only when the local store holds one certificates in the local store or more certificates for which the issued to and issued by fields match the current certificate and for which the expiration date has not expired If you choose this option the application selects the first valid certificate Logs off the user who must obtain a proper certificate during the next log on process The profile must be updated to select the new certificate Log off to obtain certificate during log on process this does not update the profile and only applies to certificates configured for auto enrollment Auto enrollment You are notified to Please wait while the system is trying to obtain the certificate automatically Click Cancel to end the certificate retrieval Do not show this message again A user is able to avoid this step in subsequent sessions The choice selected is
223. sable Persistent Pre Logon and Voice over IP VoIP profiles on the computer Refer to Administrator Tool Profiles An administrator can select which level of control that users have over their wireless network connections Refer to Administrator Tool Adapter Settings Select which of the Intel PROSet Wireless applications are installed on a user s computers Refer to Administrator Tool Software The Administrator Packages are used to save administrative profiles and other settings You can copy or send this self extracting executable to clients on your network When it is run the contents are installed and configured on the destination computer Refer to Administrator Tool Packages Change the password for the Administrator Tool See Change Password for more information Closes the page Help Provides help information for this page Adapter Settings Advanced menu Property Ad Hoc Power Managem Description Hardware Version MAC Address The following properties are available for this network adapter E Click the property you want to change and select a new value Ad Hoc QoS Mode Mixed mode protection ef gt Quality of Service QoS control in ad hoc networks QoS provides prioritization of traffic from the access point over a wireless LAN based on traffic classification WMM Wifi MultiMedia is the QoS certification of the Wi Fi Alliance WFA When
224. sary steps to create a profile and connect to the network During this process the Wizard attempts to detect the appropriate security settings for you Create Wireless Profile Profile Name wireless ES General Settings AN Security Settings General Settings Wireless Network Name SSID wireless eS es Profile Name wireless The Wireless Network Name SSID is a unique identifier that differentiates one wireless network from another The Profile Name is your name for the network Example Home or Office Operating Mode Network Infrastructure Connect to wireless networks and or the Internet O Device to device Ad hoc Connect directly to other computers To create a new profile and connect to a wireless network 1 From the Intel PROSet Wireless main window click Profiles 2 On the Profiles page click Add to open the Profile Wizard General Settings 3 Use the General Settings to add the Profile Name Wireless Network Name select the Operating Mode and access Advanced Settings General Settings Description Name Description Profile Name Name of the wireless network profile When you configure a wireless network that was selected from the Wireless Networks list the profile name is the same as the Wireless Network Name SSID This name can be changed to be more descriptive or customized for your personal use Examples My Office Network Bob
225. sions v2 0 UL C UL CB IEC 60590 WLAN Standard IEEE 802 119 and 802 11b Architecture Security Infrastructure or ad hoc peer to peer operating modes WPA LEAP PEAP TKIP EAP TLS EAP TTLS AES 128 bit WEP 128 bit and 64 bit UL C UL CB IEC 60590 Product Safety Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Customer Support Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Customer Support get technical help Select your product type at the left to find solutions specifications compatibility information and documentation i download software drivers and utilities DS search the support site Intel support is available online or by telephone Available services include the most up to date product information installation instructions about specific products and troubleshooting tips Online Support Technical Support http Ssupport intel com support go wireless wlan pro3945abg htm Network Product Support http www intel com network Corporate Web Site http www intel com Back to Contents Back to Contents Regulatory Information Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide Supported on the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection and Intel R
226. sponsibility of the user Intel Corporation and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines Local Restriction of 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Radio Usage The following statement on local restrictions must be published as part of the compliance documentation for all 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products Caution Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products are designed for use only in specific countries and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country of use could be an infringement of national law and may be punished as such FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mob
227. status icon is located on the lower right corner of your Windows desktop The Taskbar icon can be set to display or be hidden in the Tools Menu Application Settings Icon Description Wireless Off The wireless adapter is off The wireless device does not transmit or receive while it is off Click Wireless On to enable the adapter The icon is white and static Searching for wireless networks The wireless adapter searches for any available wireless networks The icon is white with animation No wireless networks found There are no available wireless networks found Intel PROSet Wireless periodically scans for available networks If you want to force a scan double click the icon to launch Intel PROSet Wireless and click Refresh The icon is red Wireless network found An available wireless network is found Double click the icon to display the Wireless Networks list Select the network Click Connect The icon is yellow Authentication failed Unable to authenticate with wireless network The icon is green with a yellow warning triangle Connecting to a wireless network Flashes while an IP address is being obtained or an error occurs Connected to a wireless network Connected to a wireless network A Tool Tip displays network name speed signal quality and IP address The icon is green with waves that reflect signal quality The more waves the better the signal quality Tool Tips and Desktop Alerts The Tool Tips and
228. strator of this computer These profiles are common or shared by all users on this computer However end users cannot modify these profiles They can only be modified from the Administrator Tool which is password protected There are three types of Administrator Profiles Persistent Pre Logon Common and Voice over IP VoIP Administrator Tool File Tools Help Profiles Settings Adapter Settings Software Iw Include Profiles Administrator profiles are shared by all users of the computer Click Add to create a profile Persistent Prelogon Common VoIP Profile Name Ee i Persistent Connection Persistent profiles are applied at boot time or whenever no one is logged on the computer After a user logs off a Persistent profile maintains a wireless connection either until the computer is turned off or a different user logs on Persistent Connect key points e The following types of profiles can be created as Persistent profiles o All profiles that do not require 802 1x authentication for example Open authentication with WEP encryption Open authentication with no encryption o All profiles with 802 1x authentication that have the credentials saved MD5 LEAP EAP FAST o Profiles with security settings that include the Use the following user name and password option o Profiles that use the machine certificate to authenticate NOTE Intel PROSet Wireless supports machine certificates However they are
229. sts a new PAC Click PACs to view any PACs that have already been provisioned and reside on this computer A PAC must have already been obtained to clear Allow automatic provisioning on the Security Settings NOTE If the provisioned Protected Access Credential PAC is valid Intel R PROSet Wireless does not prompt the user for acceptance of the PAC If the PAC is invalid Intel PROSet Wireless fails the provisioning automatically A status message is displayed in the Wireless Event Viewer that an administrator can review on the user s computer PAC distribution can also be completed manually out of band Manual provisioning enables you to create a PAC for a user on an ACS server and then import it into a user s computer A PAC file can be protected with a password which the user needs to enter during a PAC import To import a PAC SE Click PACs to open the Protected Access Credentials PAC list Click Import to import a PAC that resides on this computer or a server Select the PAC and click Open Enter the PAC password optional Click OK to close this page The selected PAC is added to PAC list 6 Click OK to save the EAP FAST settings and return to the Profiles list The PAC is used for this wireless profile Back to Top Back to Contents e Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Troubleshooting Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e Intel R Wireless Troubleshooter e Wireles
230. t be co located with any other transmitter Please refer to the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions This device must be operated and used with a locally approved access point Information To Be Supplied to the End User by the OEM or Integrator The following regulatory and safety notices must be published in documentation supplied to the end user of the product or system incorporating an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or an Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection in compliance with local regulations Host system must be labeled with Contains FCC ID XXXXXXXX FCC ID displayed on label The Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product For country specific approvals see Radio approvals Intel Corporation is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection or the Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter kit or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Intel Corporation The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment is the re
231. t profiles and settings are available e Convert and save my profiles and settings in I ntel PROSet Wireless 9 x format If you need to revert to a previous version of Intel PROSet Wireless software select to save your settings After you have reinstalled the software your current profiles and settings are available NOTE Only settings applicable to the prior version of the software are available 6 Make a selection and click OK 7 Click Yes to restart your computer Back to Top Back to Contents Trademarks and Disclaimers Back to Contents Connect to a Network Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection User Guide e Connect to a wireless network e First Time Connection e Other Wireless Managers Connect to a wireless network You can connect to a wireless network with one of the following methods e Automatic Connection If an existing profile matches an available network you are automatically connected to that wireless network e Configure a new profile Select a wireless network from the list of wireless networks in the Intel PROSet Wireless main window Click Connect If you successfully connect a profile is created in the Profiles list for future use e Connect to a profile in the Profiles list You can select a profile from the Profiles list To activate it click Profiles on the Intel R PROSet Wireless main window Select the profile in the Profiles list Click Connect This allows you to conne
232. t strongly increases the level of data protection and access control to a wireless network WPA enforces 802 1x authentication and key exchange and only works with dynamic encryption keys For a home user or small business WPA Personal utilizes either Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol AES CCMP or Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP To configure a profile with WPA2 Personal network authentication and AES CCMP data encryption 1 On the Profile page select a profile 2 Click Properties to open the Wireless Profile Properties General Settings The Profile name and Wireless Network Name SSID display Network Infrastructure should be selected as the Operating Mode 3 Click Next The Security Settings page opens 4 Security Settings Select WPA Personal AES CCMP to provide this level of security in the small network or home environment It uses a password also called a pre shared key PSK The longer the password the stronger the security of the wireless network AES CCMP Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is the new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802 11i standard AES CCMP provides a stronger encryption method than TKIP Choose AES CCMP as the data encryption method whenever strong data protection is important If your Wireless access point or router supports WPA2 Personal then you should enable it on the access point and provide a long st
233. tection is important AES CCMP is recommended Enable 802 1x Selected Authentication Type Select one of the following EAP SIM LEAP TLS TTLS PEAP EAP FAST Set up a Client with WEP Data Encryption and MD5 Network Authentication MD5 authentication is a one way authentication method that uses user names and passwords This method does not support key management but does require a pre configured key if data encryption is used To add WEP and MD5 authentication to a new profile NOTE Before you begin you need to know the user name and password on the RADIUS server that grants access to the network Create Wireless Profile xi Profile Name wireless S General Settings Security Settings AN Security Settings Password Personal Security Enterprise Security MD5 User Network Authentication Open DI Data Encryption WEP hd M Enable 802 1 Authentication Type MDS Se m Step 1 of 2 Password Encryption Level Wireless Security Password LEAP EAP FAST HINT Pass phrase 5 characters or Hex 10 hexadecimal values The Security Password must be the same value used by the Wireless Access Point Key Index 1 Advanced Four passwords keys may be specified Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Profile Wizard s General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID
234. testing or iii any Product which has been modified or operated outside of Intel s publicly available specifications or where the original product identification markings trademark or serial number have been removed altered or obliterated from the Product or iv issues resulting from modification other than by Intel of software products provided or included in the Product v incorporation of software products other than those software products provided or included in the Product by Intel or vi failure to apply Intel supplied modifications or corrections to any software provided with or included in the Product How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Product you may contact your original place of purchase in accordance with its instructions or you may contact Intel To request warranty service from Intel you must contact the Intel Customer Support ICS center in your region http support intel com support notebook centrino sb CS 009883 htm within the warranty period during normal business hours local time excluding holidays and return the Product to the designated ICS center Please be prepared to provide 1 your name mailing address email address telephone numbers and in the USA valid credit card information 2 proof of purchase 3 model name and product identification number found on the Product and 4 an explanation of the problem The Customer Service Representative may need addition
235. that applies to wireless LANS and provides 11 Mbps transmission with a fallback to 5 5 2 and 1 Mbps in the 2 4 GHz band 802 11b uses only DSSS Throughput data rate 5 Mbps in the 2 4 GHz band The 802 11g standard specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54 Mbps an operating frequency of 2 4GHz and WEP encryption for security 802 11g networks are also referred to as Wi Fi networks 802 1x is the IEEE Standard for Port Based Network Access Control This is used in conjunction with EAP methods to provide access control to wired and wireless networks AAA Server Authentication Authorization and Accounting Server A system to control access to computer resources and track user activity Access Point Access point AP A stand alone wireless hub that allows any computer that has a wireless network adapter to communicate with another computer and to connect to the Internet 802 11b 802 11g 802 1x ad hoc network A communication configuration in which every computer has the same Capabilities and any computer can initiate a communication session Also known as a peer to peer network or a computer to computer network KELELE SEN Advanced Encryption Standard Counter CBC MAC Protocol is the new method for privacy protection of wireless transmissions specified in the IEEE 802 11i standard AES CCMP provides a stronger encryption method AES CCMP than TKIP Authentication Verifies the identity of a us
236. the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits you should keep a distance of at least 20 cm between you or any other person in the vicinity and the antenna that is built into the computer Interference 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 If the equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions the equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications There is no guarantee however that such 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 taking one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to 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 NOTE The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Con
237. this certificate authority CA Trusted intermediate certificate authorities and root authorities whose certificates exist in the system store are available for selection If Any Trusted CA is selected any CA in the list is acceptable Click Any Trusted CA as the default or select a certificate issuer from the list a Specify Server or Certificate Name Server or Certificate Name Enter the server name The server name or domain to which the server belongs depends on which of the two options below has been selected Server name must match the specified entry exactly When selected the server name must match exactly the server name found on the certificate The server name should include the complete domain name for example Servername Domain name Domain name must end with the specified entry When selected the server name identifies a domain and the certificate must have a server name that belongs to this domain or to one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE These parameters should be obtained from the administrator Notes about Certificates The specified identity should match the Issued to identity in the certificate and should be registered on the authentication server for example RADIUS server that is used by the authenticator Your certificate must be valid with respect to the authentication server This requirement depends on the authentication server and generally
238. time I connect Prompts for user name and password every time you log onto the network a Use the following user name and password The user name and password are securely encrypted saved in the profile User Name This user name must match the user name that is set in the authentication server Domain Name of the domain on the authentication server The server name identifies a domain or one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com NOTE Contact your administrator to obtain the domain name Password This password must match the password that is set in the authentication server The entered password characters display as asterisks a Confirm Password Reenter the user password NOTE This option is unavailable if Pre Logon Connect is not selected during installation of the Intel PROSet Wireless software Refer to Install or Uninstall the Single Sign On Feature TLS Transport Layer Security authentication is a two way authentication method that exclusively uses digital certificates to verify the identity of a client and a server 1 Obtain and install a client certificate refer to Set up the Client for TLS authentication or consult your system administrator 2 Select one of the following to obtain a certificate Use my smart card Select if the certificate resides on a smart card a Use the certificate issued to this computer Click Select to choose a certificate that resides in t
239. tion Click Profiles on the Intel PROSet Wireless main window On the Profile page click Add to open the Create Wireless Profile General Settings Profile Name Enter a descriptive profile name Wireless Network Name SSID Enter the network identifier Operating Mode Click Network Infrastructure Click Next Click Enterprise Security to open the Security Settings Network Authentication Open Selected Sora Ne Open authentication allows a wireless device access to the network without 802 11 authentication If no encryption is enabled on the network any wireless device with the correct network name SSID can associate with an access point and gain access to the network 9 Data Encryption None is the default 10 Click OK The profile is added to the Profiles list and connects to the wireless network Set up a Client with Shared Network Authentication When Shared Key authentication is used each wireless station is assumed to have received a secret shared key over a secure channel that is independent from the 802 11 wireless network communications channel Shared key authentication requires that the client configure a static WEP or CKIP key The client access is granted only if it passes a challenge based authentication CKIP provides stronger data encryption than WEP but not all operating systems and access points support it NOTE While shared key would appear to be the better option for a higher level of security a known
240. tion Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Hierbij verklaart Intel R Corporation dat het toestel Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze verklaart Intel R Corporation dat deze Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Hereby Intel R Corporation declares that this Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Estonian K esolevaga kinnitab Intel R Corporation seadme Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network _ Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele Intel R Corporation vakuuttaa t ten ett Intel R PRO Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Intel R PRO Wireless 3945BG Network Connection tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen French Par la pr sente Intel R Cor
241. tion on a user s computer The default setting enables this feature Voice over IP Select which Wi Fi manager controls a user s wireless connections Use either the previous logged on user s Wi Fi manager or allow each user to select their preferred Wi Fi manager Wi Fi Manager e Allow all users to switch between Intel PROSet Wireless and Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration after log on e Wi Fi manager at log on is determined by the active Wi Fi manager when the last user logged off Close Closes the Administrator Tool Help Provides help information for this page Adapter Settings To configure Adapter Settings 1 Click Include settings 2 For each setting listed in the table below select one of the following options o Use default value Resets the setting on the user machine to the default value o No change Maintains the user selected value The administrator decides not to enforce all the settings on a user s computer The user can change the adapter setting values from the Intel PROSet Wireless Advanced menu o Select the value The administrator selects the value that is to be used on the user s computer Name E Ad Hoc Channel There is no need to change the channel unless the other computers in the ad hoc network use a different channel from the default channel Value Select the allowed operating channel from the list e 802 11b g Select this option when 802 11b and 802 1
242. to 5 85 GHz e 802 11b g 2 400 GHz to 2 4835 GHz dependent on country Channel Number Displays the transmit and receive channel Displays Open Shared WPA Personal and WPA2 Personal modes WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise Displays the 802 11 authentication used by the currently used profile Refer to Security Overview for more information Data Encryption Displays None WEP TKIP or AES CCMP Refer to Security Overview for more information 802 1x Displays None MD5 EAP SIM TLS TTLS PEAP LEAP or EAP FAST Refer to Security Authentication Type Ovewrview for more information Displays None PAP MD5 GTC CHAP MS CHAP MS CHAP V2 or TLS Refer to Security Overview for more information Network Authentication 802 1x Authentication Protocol CCX Version Version of the Cisco Compatible Extensions on this wireless connection Current TX Power Cisco Compatible Extensions Power Levels Supported Power 1 0 5 0 20 0 31 6 50 1 mW Levels Access Point MAC The Media Access Control MAC address for the associated access point Address Mandatory Access Displays None if not enabled If enabled from the Mandatory Access Point setting the access Point point MAC address is displayed This option directs the wireless adapter to connect to an access point that uses a specific MAC address 48 bit 12 hexadecimal digits for example 00 06 25 0E 9D 84 Repair Renews the IP Address
243. to this profile when it is in range On Demand Select to prevent automatic connection of a profile when the network is in range For example if there is a cost for a wireless connection and you did not want to connect automatically when in range To connect to the network 1 Select the network from the Wireless Networks list 2 Click Connect Auto I mport Allows a network administrator to easily move the selected profile to other computers When the exported file is placed in the Wireless Autol mport directory on another computer Intel PROSet Wireless automatically imports the profile Mandatory Access Point Mandatory Access Point Forces the wireless adapter to connect to an access point that uses a specific MAC address Type the MAC address of the access point BSSID 48 bit 12 hexadecimal digits For example 00 06 25 0E 9D 84 This feature is not available when ad hoc operating mode is used Clear Clear current address Password Protection Password protect this profile max 10 characters Select to enable a password for the profile The default setting is cleared for no profile password 2 Password Enter a password The entered password characters display as asterisks 3 Confirm New Password Reenter the password Start Application Automatically starts a batch file executable file or script whenever you connect to the profile For example start a Virtual Private
244. ty settings marked with Use Windows Logon user name and password that are applied at the time of Windows log on 1 After a system power up enter your Windows log on domain user name and password 2 Click OK The Pre Logon profile Status page displays the progress of the network connection After the wireless adapter is connected to the network access point the Status page closes and the Windows user logs on e If the corresponding access point rejects your credentials during the Pre Logon connect the profile credentials prompts you for your user credentials e Enter your credentials e Click OK The profile is applied and the Status page displays the progress of the connection status until you are logged onto Windows e Click Cancel on the Credentials page to select another profile NOTE A user certificate can only be accessed by a user that has been authenticated on the computer Therefore a user should log onto the computer once using either a wired connection alternate profile or local log in before using a pre logon profile that authenticates with a user certificate When a user logs off any wireless connection is disconnected and a persistent profile if one is available is applied Under certain circumstances it is desirable to maintain the current connection for example if user specific data needs to be uploaded to the server post log off or when roaming profiles are used Create a profile which is marked as both pre logon
245. uration of device to device ad hoc profiles e Show device to device application settings e Hide device to device application settings To remove the Device to device Ad hoc operating mode from the Profile Wizard General Settings select both Disable device to device networking and Hide device to device application settings This prevents a user from creating profiles that support Device to device Ad hoc network Import and Export Select to import to or export profiles from a user s computer Enable permits auto import of user profiles when copied to an auto import folder Message On Radio Toggle Enables a third party application to notify a user that the Intel PROSet Wireless radio is either on or off Microsoft Windows XP Coexistence Select Enable Microsoft Wireless Zero Configuration and I ntel PROSet Wireless to coexist on this system Enable this option to allow Microsoft Wireless Zero Configuration and Intel PROSet Wireless to exist together on this system When you select this option you prevent Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Service from being disabled when Intel PROset Wireless is enabled Pre Logon Cisco Mode Profile Connectivity Security Level Enable Cisco Mode during a pre logon connection Cisco access points have the capability to support multiple wireless network names SSIDs but only broadcast one In order to connect to such an access point an attempt is
246. urity Settings Description Name Setting Enterprise Security Select to open the Enterprise Security settings The security settings that are available are dependent on the Operating Mode selected Device to Device ad hoc or Network Infrastructure If you configure a Device to Device ad hoc profile the default is Open authentication Network Authentication If you configure an Infrastructure profile select e Open authentication Any wireless station can request authentication e Shared authentication Uses an encryption key known only to the receiver and sender of data e WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal Uses a password also called a pre shared key PSK e WPA Enterprise or WPA2 Enterprise Use on enterprise networks with an 802 1x RADIUS server None No encryption e WEP e CKIP e TKIP e AES CCMP Data Encryption Enable 802 1x Authentication Type Click to open the following 802 11x authentication types e MD5 e EAP SIM e TLS e TILS e PEAP e LEAP e EAP FAST Cisco Options Click to view the Cisco Compatible Extensions NOTE Cisco Compatible Extensions are automatically enabled for CKIP and LEAP profiles Select to access the Advanced Settings to configure the following options e Auto Connect Select to automatically or manually connect to a profile e Auto Import this profile for network administrators only e Mandatory Access P
247. ware and ignores the Authentication Protocol MS CHAP V2 user name This feature is the 802 1x identity supplied to the authenticator Microsoft IAS RADIUS accepts only a valid user name dotNet user for EAP clients When 802 1x MS RADIUS is used enter a valid user name For all other servers this is optional Therefore it is recommended to use the desired realm for example anonymous myrealm instead of a true identity Step 2 of 2 TTLS Server e Validate Server Certificate Selected e Certificate Issuer The server certificate received during the TTLS message exchange must have been issued by this certificate authority CA Trusted intermediate certificate authorities and root authorities whose certificates exist in the system store are available for selection If Any Trusted CA is selected any CA in the list is acceptable e Specify Server or Certificate Name The server name or domain to which the server belongs whichever of the following has been selected e Server name must match exactly When selected the server name entered must match exactly the server name found on the certificate The server name should include the complete domain name for example Servername Domain name e Domain name must end in specified name When selected the server name identifies a domain and the certificate must have a server name belonging to this domain or to one of its subdomains for example zeelans com where the server is blueberry zeelans com
248. with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network Local Restrictions on 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g Radio Usage A Caution Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a 802 11b and 802 11g products are designed for use only in specific countries and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use The device transmit power control TPC interface is part of the Intel R PROSet Wireless software Operational restrictions for Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power EIRP are provided by the system manufacturer Any deviation from the permissible power and frequency settings for the country of use is an infringement of national law and may be punished as such For country specific information see the additional compliance information supplied with the product Wireless interoperability The Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection adapter is designed to be interoperable with other wireless LAN products that are based on direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS radio technology and to comply with the following standards IEEE Std 802 1
249. work Connection is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC K esolevaga kinnitab Intel R Corporation seadme Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele Intel R Corporation vakuuttaa t ten ett Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Par la pr sente Intel R Corporation d clare que l appareil Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente Intel R Corporation d clare que ce Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation dass sich dieser diese dieses Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection in Ubereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit erkl rt Intel R Corporation die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Intel R PRO Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5
250. xtensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless device may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization Examples of such situations include the following e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter equipment on board airplanes or e Using the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment an airport for example you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless device before you turn it on Regulatory information The Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product For country specific approvals see Radio approvals Intel Corporation is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with the Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection adapter kit or the substitution or att

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