Gigabyte GN-WP01GT manual Appendix a, What is Ad-hoc mode?, What is Infrastructure mode?

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Appendix A

FAQ

This section provides solutions to common problems that may occur during installation, configuration or use of the Adapter.

Q:What is Ad-hoc mode?

A:When a wireless network is set to Ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The Ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network..

Q:What is Infrastructure mode?

A:Also referred to as Access Point Mode. When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.

Q:What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?

A:The IEEE 802.11g standard specifies data rates of up to 54 Mbps in the 2.4-GHz band. It uses Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), which is provided by this standard and is compatible with 802.11b standard offering speeds of about 11 Mbps. This standard uses Complementary Code Keying (CCK) modulation. Both 11g and 11b can operate at a range of up to 300 feet.

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Contents Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Contents Super G Wireless PCI Adapter Important Note Key Features ChapterIntroduction OverviewPackage Contents Operating ModesSystem Requirements LED Activities DefinitionChapter Installation Installing PCI AdapterInstalling the Driver and Utility Attach the high gain antennaWP01GT Welcome Screen Setup will detect your operating system Windows Logo Testing Continue AnywayNew Wireless Connection Icon SmartSetup SmartSetup 3 Network SelectionSmartSetup 3 Define Passphrase Congratulations. Your secure WPA wireless LAN and Internet Using the Gigabyte Wireless Utility Chapter ConfigurationCurrent Status Tab Link Status Tab Advanced Status Window Page Site Survey Tab Site Survey TabProfile Management Tab Profile Management TabProfile Management General Tab Profile Management General TabProfile Management Security Screen Profile Management Security TabConfigure Pre Shared Key WEP Security WEP key configurationEnter WPA Passphrase Password/Confirm Password Enter a password in both fields Leap SettingsEAP-FAST Settings Using EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS or Peap Enabling EAP-TTLS Define Certificate WindowEnabling Peap EAP-GTC Define EAP-TTLS Certificate WindowUser information for Peap GTC Authentication Enter your Peap Enabling Peap EAP MschapDefine EAP Server Window Preferred Access Points Diagnostics Tab Specify MAC Access PointsTransmit Advanced Statistics Page Adapter Information Tab Adapter Info TabWhat is Ad-hoc mode? What is Infrastructure mode?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? Appendix aWireless Security Appendix BProblem 1 The WP01GT does not work correctly TroubleshootingAppendix C Appendix D GlossaryAuto-MDI/MDIX Auto-negotiateFirewall GatewayIP Address IPSecRouter PPPoESubnet Mask Specifications Appendix ESubject to Change without Notices Appendix F Regulatory InformationSuper G Wireless PCI Adapter Warranty Appendix G