Adaptec WirelessTM Network Card User Manual


 
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Adaptec Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter User’s Guide
Getting Started
This
User’s Guide
provides detailed instructions for installing and
configuring your Adaptec AWN-8010 Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter. See
the
Installation Task List
on page 4 for an overview of the installation
process.
This Guide also includes a basic overview of wireless and Local
Area Network (LAN) technology (see page 43) suitable for novice
users. It assumes you have a working knowledge of your computer
and are familiar with the Windows Operating System.
Note: Your Wireless PCI Adapter is only one element of your
Wireless LAN (WLAN). Installing this product alone will not
create a wireless network. See About Wireless Technology and
LANs on page 43 for information on the minimum
requirements for creating a WLAN.
Kit Contents
Your Wireless PCI Adapter kit includes:
Adaptec AWN-8010 Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter
External antenna
Ultra Wireless PCI CD, which contains software drivers,
documentation, and the Adaptec Wireless Utility
Ultra Wireless PCI Adapter Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
To use your Wireless PCI Adapter, you need a PC-compatible
desktop computer with:
Pentium-class 90MHz (or faster) processor
Microsoft Windows
®
98SE, Windows Me
®
, Windows 2000
®
, or
Windows XP
®
CD-ROM drive
Available PCI slot