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1. 3 items Address Add to Favorites d Cancel R Figure 17 Share Your Internet Connection continued 3 If a warning dialog appears click Start 4 Quit System Preferences 5 Configure the other computer s sharing your computer s Internet connection to use a wireless connection Technical Specifications Software Requirements Mac OS Mac OS X Version 10 2 6 or later AirPort drivers version 3 1 or later Windows OS Windows 98SE Me 2000 or XP 802 11b North America 11 Japan 14 Europe ETSI 13 802 11g North America Japan Europe ETSI 13 Security Hardware 64 128 bit WEP engine WEP weak key avoid ance TKIP hardware AES engine supporting CCM and OCB 802 1x SSN Data Transmission Rates 802 11b 11 Mbps maximum Auto ranging 1 2 5 5 and 11 Mbps 802 11g 54 Mbps maximum Auto ranging 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Mbps Indoor Coverage Area typical 802 11b Up to 60 M at 11 Mbps up to 125 M at 1 Mbps 802 11g Up to 20 M at 54 Mbps up to 75 M at 18 Mbps Wireless Standards Compliance IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 11g Configure Your Mac Part 5 Share Your Internet Connection You can share your connection to the Internet with other wireless clients through the Aria extreme PCI card Support Note If you access your local network and the Internet through the same port such as your computer s built in Ethernet connector it is possible that you may affec2. Create a Computer to Computer Network continued 3 Close System Preferences 4 Click on the AirPort status icon and select Create Network Figure 14 Turn AirPort Off v 2Sonnet2 Other Create Network Use Interference Robustness Open Internet Connect Figure 14 5 Enter the required information Computer to Computer including the name you choose Please enter the following information to create a Computer to Computer Network for the Computer to Computer Name JACKY s Computer network and then click OK Channel Automatic 11 HA Figure 15 Note that you must _ Enable encryption using WEP use the same name and channel Saran settings for the other computer Confirm WEP key 4 Hide Options Cancel aun Figure 15 Create a Computer to Computer Network continued 6 From the Finder menu select Go gt View EEJ Window Help Connect to Server Figure 16 Sis iDisk Xl Favorites b Applications XA Recent Folders gt Go to Folder Connect to Server 36K X Figure 16 7 In the Connect to Server window choose the other computer in your Computer to Computer network and then click Connect Figure 17 the other computer s drive s will appear on your desktop Connect to Server Choose a server from the list or enter a server address At fi JACKY s Computer ry fa Server G4 Main Xserver Q JACKY s Computer
3. 4 Remove the Aria extreme PCI card from its packaging and screw in the included antenna 5 If you will be connecting to a closed network and access is restricted to specific users write down the MAC number from the back of the card 6 Install the Aria extreme PCI into the PCI slot make sure the card is firmly seated and secured 7 Close your computer and carefully replace its cover Configure Your Mac Part 1 Enable AirPort on Your Computer Because the Aria extreme PCI uses Apple AirPort driver software configuring your system to work with the card is very simple 1 Confirm your computer is running Mac OS X Version 10 2 6 or later and is using AirPort 3 1 or later if necessary update the software using Software Update in System Preferences 2 If you are using your computer with the Aria extreme PCI as a client set up or configure your AirPort Base Station or other wireless hub now 3 If you will be connecting to a closed network obtain the net work s name and password you ll need to enter this informa tion while you configure your AirPort settings If access to the closed network is restricted to specific users give your network administrator the MAC number from the back of your Aria extreme PCI card before you continue so you can be added to the list of users with access privileges Support Note The screen shots in this document were cre ated in Mac OS X Version 10 2 x Jaguar If you are using Ma
4. Guide for Macintosh Users SONNE S SIMPLY FAST Getting Started This section describes the physical aspects of the Aria extreme PCI e Antenna You must screw in the antenna in order for the Aria extreme PCI to work the antenna may positioned to achieve bet ter reception Figure 1 e MAC number Also known as the AirPort ID this number is used in a wireless networking administration program to limit access to a closed network Figure 1 MAC number MIMO U MAC 996065 71BD0AD antenna Figure 1 Support Note The documentation included in this package supports the installation of the Aria extreme PCI into Power Macintosh and equivalent Mac clone computers If you are install ing this product into a compatible Windows PCs please visit our web site at www sonnettech com downloads adapter_sw html to download Windows driver software and appropriate documentation Introduction This user s guide explains how to install and configure the Aria extreme PCI wireless networking PCI adapter card in your compat ible Power Macintosh or equivalent Mac clone computer The Aria extreme PCI is a cross platform high speed wireless LAN adapter card It is compatible with Apple AirPort Extreme base sta tions and other 802 11g devices is capable of data transfers of up to 54 Mbps and is backward compatible with 802 11b devices System Requirements The Aria extreme PCI requires the fol
5. c OS X Version 10 3 x Panther you will notice that what appears on screen does not exactly match the screen shots in this manual tabs have been replaced with buttons Despite these differences the information and instructions in this manual apply to all users Enable AirPort on Your Computer continued 6 The AirPort Setup Assistant will locate nearby wireless net works choose the network you want to use from the drop down menu and then click Continue Figure 4 O AirPort Setup Assistant Select an AirPort network Please select the AirPort network you would like to join Available AirPort networks 2Sonnet2 ps If the AirPort network that you would like to join is not lt available make sure that your computer is in the range of an AirPort Base Station and that the base station is turned on Then choose Scan Again to see if the network becomes available Figure 4 7 If the network you ve chosen is protected you will be requested to enter a password Figure 5 If this is the case enter the pass word and click Continue AirPort Setup Assistant Enter Network Password The AirPort Network 2Sonnet2 is protected by a password Please enter the password Password eecscceses If you set up your own AirPort network use the password you created when you set up the base station If you are trying to access a different network check with the network system administrator
6. cPyip AppleTalk Proxies f AirPort AirPort ID 06 90 96 56 a3 da After restart or wake from sleep Join network with best signal 0 Join most recently used available network wi Remember network password O Join a specific network Network 2Sonnet2 Password Mi Allow this computer to create networks vi Show AirPort status in menu bar Figure 9 Enable Internet Access Through Aria extreme PCI continued 5 In the right corner of the menu bar at the top of the screen you will see the AirPort status indicator Figure 12 This icon indicates signal strength and status of your selected network click on the icon and choose items to change settings and open the Internet Access application v 2Sonnet2 Other Create Network i Use Interference Robustness i i Open Internet Connect Figure 12 Configure Your Mac Part 4 Create a Computer to Computer Network You can create a wireless network of two or more computers and share files so long as each is equipped with an 802 11b or 802 11g wireless LAN card such as the Aria extreme PCI 1 From the Apple Menu select System Preferences 2 Click on the Sharing icon in the middle of the window and then click the Start button under File Sharing Off Figure 13 860 Sharing on magg Lad Show All Displays Sound Network Startup Disk Computer Name Sonnet s Computer Rendezvous Name Sonnets Computer local Networ
7. e your computer to access the network 2Sonnet2 AirPort network settings will be made active Figure 6 9 Click Done when the AirPort Setup Assistant is finished Figure 7 eR O AirPort Setup Assistant Conclusion The AirPort Setup Assistant is finished The assistant was able to join the network 2Sonnet2 and has set this computer to use it for wireless networking To access other AirPort networks use the Internet Connect application located in your Applications folder Look in AirPort Help for additional information on using AirPort Click Done to continue using your computer TO ZR E Figure 7 Configure Your Mac Part 2 Set Network Settings 1 From the Apple Menu select System Preferences 2 Click on the Network icon at the top of the window and then select AirPort from the Show drop down menu Figure 8 ee Network BAC EB V m Show All Displays Sound Network Startup Disk Location Automatic f 4 Show Modem Printer Port D infrared Internal Modem xies Modem coa __ s Built in Ethernet _ ees H Network Port Configurations DNS Servers Optional IP Address Figure 8 3 Click on the AirPort tab to reveal and adjust settings Figure 9 ea Network Eag A Show All Displays Sound Network Startup Disk Location Automatic t 4 Show AirPort H t
8. k Address edit Services f Firewall Internet Select a service to change its settings On Service Personal File Sharing Off Personal File Sharing Windows File Sharing C stare IOOU Click Start t give users of other computers Personal Web Sharing 4 i access to Public folders on this computer Ramnta nnin Figure 13 mi Turn AirPort Off Configure Your Mac Part 3 Enable Internet Access Using Aria extreme PCI If you wish to access the Internet through the Aria extreme PCI you will need to change settings in the Internet Connect application 1 Launch the Internet Connect application located in the Applications folder 2 Click on the Configuration drop down menu and select AirPort Figure 10 80 Modem Printer Port Configuratior Y Modem Printer Port D fa infrared Service Provide Internal Modem Telephone Numbe amp Figure 10 3 After selecting AirPort you will see basic information regard ing your setup Figure 11 If it is not checked click the box next to Show AirPort status in menu bar eoc AirPort Configuration AirPort HJ a AirPort Power On l Turn AirPort Off gt Network 2Sonnet2 he v Show AirPort status in menu bar Signal Level Figure 11 4 Quit the Internet Access application you should now be able to access the Internet through the Aria extreme PCI provided you are within range of a base station or access point
9. lowing to work in your compat ible Power Macintosh or Mac clone computer e One available PCI slot e Mac OS X Version 10 2 6 or higher e AirPort 3 1 software or higher You Should Have The following item may be required for installation e Medium Phillips screwdriver For Additional Information For additional information regarding setup and configuration of net works and security and working with Windows based systems refer to AirPort help files and Apple s AirPort online support pages Aria extreme PCI Card Installation Instructions Support Note We recommend you make a backup of important information on your system s current hard drive s prior to installing new hardware or software When handling computer products you must take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity Before open ing your computer or removing parts from their packages always ground yourself first by touching a metal part of the computer such as a port access cover and work in an area free of static electricity avoid carpeted areas Handle all electronic components by their edges and avoid touching connector traces and component pins 1 Shut down your computer 2 Open your computer to access the expansion card area PCI slots refer to your computer s user manual for specific info 3 Locate an available PCI slot inside your computer and remove its port access cover if present from the rear of the computer
10. rent support information and technical updates Before you call Sonnet Customer Service please check our web site for the latest updates and online support files and check your user s guide for helpful information When you call Sonnet Customer Service have the following information available so our customer service staff can better assist you e Product name Date and place of purchase Computer type and model Operating system and version If further assistance is needed please contact us at Sonnet Customer Service Tel 1 949 472 2772 Monday Friday 7 a m S p m Pacific Time Fax 1 949 457 6349 E mail support sonnettech com Online Service Form http serviceform sonnettech com Visit Our Web Site For the most current product information and online support files visit the Sonnet web site at www sonnettech com Remember to reg ister your product online at http registration sonnettech com to be informed of future upgrades and product releases 2003 Sonnet Technologies Inc Revised 2004 All rights reserved Sonnet the Sonnet logotype Simply Fast the Simply Fast logo type and Aria are trademarks of Sonnet Technologies Inc Macintosh Mac and AirPort are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the United States and other countries Other product names are trademarks of their respective owners Product specifications subject to change without notice Printed in the USA UG G54 PCI E B 010604
11. t other ISP customer s network settings by sharing your Internet connection Check with your ISP before proceeding as some providers may ter minate your service if your computer interferes with their network 1 From the Apple Menu select System Preferences 2 Click on the Sharing icon in the middle of the window and then click the Internet tab or button Figure 18 Click the check box next to Share your Internet connection with AirPort equipped computers and then click Start 09c Sharing Tagg A Show All Sound Network Startup Disk Computer Name Sonnet s Computer Rendezvous Name Sonnets Computer local Network Address Edit f Services i Firewall f Internet Internet Sharing Off Click Start to allow other computers to share your primary connection to the Start K Internet Built in Ethernet You are connected to the Internet over Built in Ethernet This connection will be shared with computers connected to AirPort v Share your Internet connection with AirPort equipped computers Figure 18 Limited Warranty Sonnet Technologies Inc warrants that its product s shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years following the date of original purchase For complete warranty information go to www sonnettech com support warranty Contacting Customer Service The Sonnet web site located at www sonnettech com has the most cur
12. to obtain the password for the network Ls Figure 5 Enable AirPort on Your Computer continued 4 Launch the AirPort Setup Assistant utility located in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder If you are instructed to turn on your AirPort card click OK you may have to click OK twice Figure 2 If there is no active AirPort wire less network nearby or if you are only creating a computer to computer network quit the AirPort Setup Assistant and skip to Part 2 on the next page Otherwise continue to the next step OOO AirPort Setup Assistant on Your AirPort card is turned off Click OK to turn it on Quit N Gathering AirPort Information _ S See ee Se SSS Figure 2 5 Select Set up your computer to join an existing Airport Network and then click Continue Figure 3 AirPort Setup Assistant Introduction This Assistant helps you get set up to use AirPort for wireless networking and Internet access Do you want to 0 Set up your computer to join an existing AirPort network A z 3 J Set up an AirPort Base Station Figure 3 Enable AirPort on Your Computer continued 8 The AirPort Setup Assistant will give you the option to accept the settings you ve entered or go back click Continue Figure 6 O AirPort Setup Assistant Conclusion The Setup Assistant is now ready to configur
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