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14 SBG1000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway User Guide
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IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN
Wireless communication occurs over radio waves rather than a wire. Like a cordless telephone, a wireless LAN
uses radio signals instead of wires to exchange data. A wireless network eliminates the need for expensive and
intrusive wiring to connect computers throughout the home or office. Mobile users can remain connected to the
network even when carrying their laptop to different locations in the home or office.
Each computer on a wireless LAN requires an adapter described in “Optional Accessories” on page 4:
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For wireless laptops connections, use a Motorola PCC11b Wireless Card in the PCMCIA slot.
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For wireless desktop connections, use a Motorola USB11b Wireless Adapter to connect your PC USB port.
Sample wireless network connections
To set up the SBG1000, on a computer wired to the SBG1000 over Ethernet or USB, perform the procedures in
“Setting Up the Wireless LAN” on page 71.
To set up each wireless client (station):
1 Insert the PCC11b and USB11b Wireless Adapter CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive on the client.
2 Install the device software from the CD.
3 Connect the Motorola PCC11b wireless card or USB11b wireless adapter following the instructions supplied
with the card or adapter.