Fujitsu N6460 manual Before Using the Wireless LAN, Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device

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Before Using the Wireless LAN

This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly set up and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before using the WLAN device, read this manual carefully to ensure it's correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Wireless LAN Device Covered by this Document

This document is applicable to systems containing one of the following WLAN devices:

■Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection (WM3945ABG)

■Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (4965AGN)

Characteristics of the WLAN Device

■The WLAN device is a Mini-PCI card attached to the main board of the mobile computer.

■The WLAN device operates in license-free RF bands, eliminating the need to procure an FCC operating license. The WLAN operates in the 2.4GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) RF band and the lower, middle, and upper bands of the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) bands.

■The Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG WLAN device is capable of three operating modes, IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b and IEEE802.11g.

■The Intel PRO/Wireless 4965ABGN WLAN device is capable of four operating modes, IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, and IEEE802.11n (draft)

■The WLAN device is Wi-Fi certified and operates at a the maximum data rate of 540 Mbps (theoretical) in IEEE802.11n (draft) mode; 54 Mbps in IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g mode; and 11 Mbps in IEEE802.11b mode.

■The WLAN device supports the following encryption methods - WEP, TKIP, CKIP, and AES encryption.

■The Wireless LAN device is compliant with the follow- ing standards: WPA, WPA2, CCX1.0, CCX2.0, CCX3.0, and CCX4.0..

WIRELESS LAN MODES USING THIS DEVICE

Ad Hoc Mode

(See Figure A-1)"Ad Hoc Mode" refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connec- tivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Point(s). Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. That is why Ad Hoc networks are also known as peer-to-peer networks. Ad Hoc networks are an easy and inexpensive method for establishing network connectivity between multiple computers.

Ad Hoc mode requires that the SSID, network authenti- cation, and encryption key settings are identically configured on all computers in the Ad Hoc network.

Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode

(See Figure A-2)Infrastructure mode refers to a wireless network architecture in which devices communicate with wireless or wired network devices by communi- cating through an Access Point. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices can communicate with each other or with a wired network. Corporate wireless networks operate in infrastructure mode because they require access to the WLAN in order to access services, devices, and computers (e.g., file servers, printers, databases).

Figure A-1. Ad Hoc Mode Network

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Contents User’s Guide Page Copyright and Trademark Information Declaration of ConformityImportant Safety Instructions Recycling Your BatteryAC adapter output polarity For Authorized Repair Technicians Only System DisposalTable of Contents Care and Maintenance Index F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Preface F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Warranty PrefaceAbout this Guide Fujitsu Contact InformationF e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Getting to Know F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Overview UnpackingLocating the Controls and Connectors TOP and Front ComponentsPower/Suspend/Resume Button Volume ControlWireless LAN Switch Application/Media Player ButtonsDC Power Jack LEFT-SIDE Panel ComponentsOptical Drive Optical Drive Eject ButtonRIGHT-SIDE Panel Components Rear Panel Components Air Flow Vents Video Out PortLithium ion Battery Bay Bottom ComponentsMemory Compartment Cover SubwooferStatus Indicator Panel Using the Keyboard KeyboardNumeric Keypad Windows KeysFunction Keys Icon Keys DescriptionVolume Control Controlling the VolumeMethods to Control Volume Clicking DOUBLE-CLICKINGTouchpad Control Adjustment DraggingScrolling Mode Button Configuring Your Application PanelApplication Launch Media Player Buttons Using the Media Player Buttons Using the Visual OptimizerTo configure your LifeBook Application Panel Getting Started F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Power Sources Connecting the AC AdapterConnecting the AC Adapter Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery PowerAdjusting Display Panel Brightness Using the Keyboard to Change Display BrightnessDisplay Panel Opening the Display PanelPower on Boot SequenceHard Disk Drive Passwords Bios Setup UtilityBooting the System Entering the Bios Setup UtilityUsing the TrustedCore Menu Bios GuideInstalling Click ME Fujitsu Driver Update UtilityRegistering Your Lifebook Notebook Power Management Power and SUSPEND/RESUME ButtonSleep Mode Hibernation SAVE-TO-DISK Feature Windows Power ManagementPower OFF Enable or Disable the Hibernation FeatureF e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e User-Installable Features F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD Card Slot Inserting Memory STICK/SD/XD CardsRemoving Memory STICK/SD/XD Cards Lithium ion Battery Low Battery StateRecharging the Batteries Replacing the Battery Shorted BatteriesOptical Drive Optical Drive SoftwareLoading Media Removing MediaUsing the Optical Player Software Using the Drive on Battery PowerEmergency Optical Drive Tray Release Playing Media on the Optical DriveTo Watch a Movie on Battery Power Auto Insert Notification FunctionHard Disk Drive Formatting the Hard Disk DriveInstalling PC Cards Removing PC CardsInstalling Expresscards Removing ExpresscardsMemory Upgrade Module Installing a Memory ModuleRemoving a Memory Upgrade Module Checking the Memory CapacityENABLING/DISABLING Turbo Memory Enabling Windows ReadyBoostDevice Ports Communications PortsLAN Port Ieee 1394 JackUniversal Serial BUS USB 2.0 Ports Video OUT PortMicrophone Jack HEADPHONE/SPDIF JackExternal Video Port 20. External Video ConnectionF e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Troubleshooting F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Troubleshooting Identifying the ProblemSpecific Problems Troubleshooting TableUsing the Troubleshooting Table Hard Drive Problems Keyboard or Mouse ProblemsMemory Problems Modem ProblemsUSB Device Problems PC Card ProblemsPower Failures Panel page 15 for more information If a battery isShutdown and Startup Problems Utility page 27 for more informationVideo Problems Test Messages page 61 for more informationMiscellaneous Problems 49 for more informationPower on Self Test Messages Modem Result Codes Restoring Your Pre-installed Software Re-Installing Individual Drivers and ApplicationsBoot Priority Change Changing priority from Boot MenuAutomatically Downloading Driver Updates Restoring the backup imageCare and Maintenance F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Care and Maintenance Lifebook NotebookBatteries Floppy Disks and DrivesPC CARDS/EXPRESSCARDS Caring for your Media DriveCaring for your Cards F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e System Specifications F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Specifications Features PowerDimensions Device PortsPopular Accessories PRE-INSTALLED Software Learning about Your SoftwareOperating System Options Microsoft WorksMicrosoft Office Home and Student Edition Office Microsoft Small Business EditionGlossary F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Glossary Lithium ion Battery DriverExtended Memory Floppy DiskReset MemoryMHz ModemStatus Indicator Serial PortSmart Card Stereo audioRegulatory Information FCC NoticesAvis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien Appendix a F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e FCC Regulatory Information Before Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Modes Using this DeviceHow to Handle This Device Deactivation using the Wireless On/Off SwitchDeactivating the Wlan Device Activating the Wlan DeviceConfiguring the Wlan Connecting to a NetworkTroubleshooting the Wlan UnavailableNetwork ConnectionWireless LAN Glossary GlossarySsid Service Set Identifier Wi-FiSubnet mask TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/InternetIP address information About IP AddressesWlan Specifications SpecificationsF e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Appendix B F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k a p p e n d i x B Installing Omnipass Installing the OmniPass ApplicationIntroducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device Getting StartedUninstalling OmniPass Master Password ConceptUser Enrollment Verifying Information about OmniPassUsing Omnipass Password ReplacementOmniPass Authentication Toolbar Remembering a PasswordPassword Management Logging in to a Remembered SiteConfiguring Omnipass Identities and Password ManagementOmniPass User Identities Exporting and Importing UsersOmnipass Control Center Exporting an OmniPass User ProfileImporting an OmniPass User Profile Things to Know Regarding Import/ExportTroubleshooting User SettingsSystem Settings F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k a p p e n d i x B 106 Index F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 108 Index Headphone Jack Hibernation Feature Wireless LAN Switch XD Card Installing Removing F e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 112
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