User manual SMC SMC2835W - INSTALLATION GUIDE

After unpacking the EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter, check the contents of the box to be sure you have received the following components: · 1 SMC2835W EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter · 1 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD · 1 Quick Installation Guide Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, please retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return the product. Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at SMC's Web site: http://www.smc.com SMC's EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter (SMC2835W) is a high speed IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless network adapter that supports up to 54 Mbps data rate, and seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such as mobile users or temporary conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to cover your network area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks or computers, and start networking. The EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter has two status LED indicators. LED Link Status On (Green) Flashing Function Indicates a valid connection. Indicates the Asdapter is scanning for available networks. Indicates that the Adapter is transmitting or receiving data Activity (ACT) Flashing EZ ConnectTM wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective networking solution for: · · · · · A PC running Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP CD-ROM drive Minimum of 32MB RAM and 300 MHz CPU Minimum of 6MB available hard disk space for utility and driver installation Another IEEE 802.11b, or 802.11g compliant device installed on your net work such as the BarricadeTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Broadband Router with Print Server (SMC2804WBRP-G), or another wireless adapter, such as the EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Card (SMC2802W) · Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer, and terminal emulation · Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ · Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers, and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace or change locations · Temporary LANs for special projects or peak periods Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need a temporary setup. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies that need additional workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites · Access to databases for mobile workers Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, in an office, or on a campus From U.S.A. and Canada (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) (800) SMC-4-YOU; Phn: (949) 679-8000; Fax: (949) 679-1481 From Europe : Contact details can be found on www.smc-europe.com or www.smc.com INTERNET E-mail addresses: techsupport@smc.com european.techsupport@smc-europe.com Driver updates: http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech support drivers downloads http://www.smc.com/ http://www.smc-europe.com/ If you are looking for further contact information, please visit www.smc.com or www.smc-europe.com. · SOHO users SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000 Model Number: SMC2835W Warning: Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, avoid touching its electrical components and always touch the metal chassis of your computer before handling the card 1. Find an available type II or type III Cardbus slot in your laptop. 2. With the Adapter's 68-pin connector facing the Cardbus slot, and the "EZ ConnectTM g" label facing up, slide the card completely into the slot as shown below. NOTE: Installation processes such as this may require the use of your original, licensed copy of Windows. Please have your Windows CD available BEFORE proceeding with the installation. This Installation method makes the process as simple and Plug-and-Play as possible. Simply run the driver/utility program and insert your EZ ConnectTM g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter. It's as easy as 1-2-3. 1. Insert the EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD. 2. Click the [Install Driver/Utility] button to continue. Note: The SMC2835W Wireless Cardbus Adapter allows you to "hot swap" the card any time, even when your notebook is powered on. 3. For Windows 98SE/Me/2000, Cardbus specification is required. Please check the documents for your Cardbus adapter driver before installing the driver and utility software for the SMC2835W. 3. Please wait while the utility detects your system environment. 4. The installation program will proceed to copy the necessary files to your hard drive. 5. Please insert your SMC2835W Wireless Cardbus Adapter. The Found New Hardware window will appear. 6. Select the "Install from a list or specific location" option and click [Next]. 7. Select the "Search for the best driver in these locations" option, check the "Search removable media" box and click [Next]. The wizard will now find your SMC2835W driver and install it. (Note: In Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you may be prompted by a Digital Signature pop up window. Please be sure to click "Yes" or Continue Anyway" to continue the driver installation.) 8. Click [Finish] when complete. Your SMC2835W is now ready for use. Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties, which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Copyright © SMC Networks, Inc., 2004. All rights reserved. SMC is a registered trademark; EZ Connect and Barricade are trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.