NetComm NP5420 - Manual (Page 2)

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Page 2 NP5420 11G Wireless PC Card User Guide
Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 3
Package Contents ........................................................................................... 4
Features ........................................................................................................... 5
What is Wireless LAN? .................................................................................... 6
Wireless LAN Modes ....................................................................................... 7
Notes on Wireless LAN Configuration ............................................................ 8
Hardware Installation .................................................................................................... 9
System Requirements for the Card ................................................................ 9
Install the PCI Adapter ..................................................................................... 9
Connecting the Adjustable Antenna to the Card ............................................ 10
LED Indicators ................................................................................................ 11
Driver Installation ......................................................................................................... 12
Driver installation for Windows XP ................................................................ 12
Driver installation for Windows ME ................................................................ 14
Driver installation for Windows 2000 ............................................................ 16
Driver installation for Windows 98 ................................................................. 19
Installing and Using the WLAN Utility ......................................................................... 22
Installation in Windows ................................................................................. 22
Using Wireless Utility In Windows XP ........................................................... 24
Using the NetComm NP5420 WLAN Utility In Windows 98/2000/ME .......... 28
Appendix A: FAQ .......................................................................................................... 33
Appendix B: Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 34
Installing Network Protocols .......................................................................... 34
Disabling Windows XP’s Wireless Zero Configuration ................................ 34
Appendix C: Specifications ......................................................................................... 36
Appendix D: Registering your NetComm Product ..................................................... 36
Trademarks and Notices ............................................................................... 36
Warranty Registration Form .......................................................................... 37
Product Warranty ............................................................................................ 39
Limitations of Warranty .................................................................................. 39