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You can determine whether your equipment is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the Cisco equipment or one of its peripheral devices. If the equipment causes interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures: •...
Network Configurations Using Client Adapters Ad Hoc Wireless LAN Wireless Infrastructure with Workstations Accessing a Wired LAN Preparing for Installation C H A P T E R Safety information Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Importing a Profile 4-10 Exporting a Profile 4-11 Configuring the Client Adapter C H A P T E R Overview Setting General Parameters Setting Advanced Parameters Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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After a Reboot or Logon Using EAP-TLS Using PEAP (EAP-GTC) Windows NT or 2000 Domain Databases or LDAP Databases Only OTP Databases Only Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Opening ADU Exiting ADU Finding the Version of ADU Viewing Client Adapter Information Accessing Online Help ASTU Procedures Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity Statement Cisco Aironet CB21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapter Cisco Aironet PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapter Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP E-18 Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter E-18 L O S S A R Y N D E X Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide viii OL-4211-02...
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Conventions, page xi Related Publications, page xiii • • Obtaining Documentation, page xiii Obtaining Technical Assistance, page xiv • • Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page xv Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
This manual pertains specifically to Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters, whose software is incompatible with that of other Cisco Aironet client adapters. Refer to the Cisco Aironet 340, 350, and CB20A Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows if you are installing or using 340, 350, or CB20A cards.
(Voor vertalingen van de waarschuwingen die in deze publicatie verschijnen, kunt u het aanhangsel “Translated Safety Warnings” (Vertalingen van veiligheidsvoorschriften) raadplegen.) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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(Se förklaringar av de varningar som förekommer i denna publikation i appendix "Translated Safety Warnings" [Översatta säkerhetsvarningar].) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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You can access the Internet Protocol Journal at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/about/ac123/ac147/about_cisco_the_internet_protocol_journal.html Training—Cisco offers world-class networking training. Current offerings in network training are • listed at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/index.html Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
C H A P T E R Product Overview This chapter describes the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters and illustrates their role in a wireless network. The following topics are covered in this chapter: • Introduction to the Client Adapters, page 1-2 Hardware Components, page 1-3 •...
Introduction to the Client Adapters Introduction to the Client Adapters The Cisco Aironet IEEE 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) are radio modules that provide transparent wireless data communications between fixed, portable, or mobile devices and other wireless devices or a wired network infrastructure. The client adapters are fully compatible when used in devices supporting “plug-and-play”...
Infrastructure (UNII) frequency bands. The client adapters operate with other IEEE 802.11a or 802.11b/g-compliant client devices in ad hoc mode or with Cisco Aironet 340, 350, 1100, and 1200 Series Access Points and other IEEE 802.11a or 802.11b/g-compliant infrastructure devices in infrastructure mode.
The client adapters have two major software components: a driver and client utilities. These components are installed together by running a single executable Install Wizard file that is available from Cisco.com. This file can be run on Windows 2000 or XP and can be used only with CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters.
The use of an infrastructure device, such as an access point, is not required. Figure 1-1 Ad Hoc Wireless LAN Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
This process is referred to as seamless roaming. Figure 1-2 Wireless Infrastructure with Workstations Accessing a Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
The following topics are covered in this chapter: Safety information, page 2-2 • • Unpacking the Client Adapter, page 2-3 System Requirements, page 2-4 • • Site Requirements, page 2-5 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
The wired equivalent privacy (WEP) keys of the access points with which your client adapter – will communicate, if your wireless network uses static WEP for security The username and password for your network account – Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Install the client adapter away from microwave ovens. Microwave ovens operate on the same • frequency as the client adapter and can cause signal interference. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation Site Requirements Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
This chapter provides instructions for installing the client adapter. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Installing the Client Adapter Software, page 3-2 • • Inserting a Client Adapter, page 3-13 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Caution Do not eject your client adapter at any time during the installation process, including during the reboot. This procedure is meant to be used the first time the Cisco Aironet CB21AG or PI21AG client adapter Note software is installed on your computer. If this software is already installed on your computer, follow the...
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Double-click the file. The “Starting InstallShield Wizard” message appears followed by the Preparing Setup window (see Figure 3-1) and the Cisco Aironet Installation Program window (see Figure 3-2). Figure 3-1 Preparing Setup Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Installing the Client Adapter Installing the Client Adapter Software Figure 3-2 Cisco Aironet Installation Program Window Click Next. The Setup Type window appears (see Figure 3-3). Step 12 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If you click No, you are asked to confirm your decision. If you proceed, the installation process terminates. The Choose Destination Location window appears (see Figure 3-4). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If you want to copy the driver to a different drive or directory, click Browse, choose a new location, click OK, and click Next. Step 17 The Select Program Folder window appears (see Figure 3-5). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If your computer is running Windows 2000, go to Step 25. If your computer is running Windows XP, the IMPORTANT: Please Read! window appears (see Figure 3-6). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Installing the Client Adapter Software Figure 3-6 IMPORTANT: Please Read! Window Read the information displayed and click Next. The Choose Configuration Tool window appears (see Step 20 Figure 3-7). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Comparison of Windows XP and ADU Client Adapter Features Feature Windows XP Configuration parameters Limited Extensive Capabilities Create profiles Enable/disable radio Security Static WEP LEAP authentication with dynamic EAP-TLS or PEAP authentication Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Enable Tray Icon Window Step 24 Check the Enable Cisco Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) check box if you want to be able to use ASTU even though you have chosen to configure your client adapter through Windows XP instead of ADU and click Next.
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Step 27 Refer to the “Inserting a PCI Card” section on page 3-14 for instructions on inserting a PCI card Note into your computer. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-11 OL-4211-02...
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If you are planning to configure your client adapter through the Windows XP Wireless Configuration Manager, go to Appendix Note If you experienced problems during or after installation, refer to Chapter 10 for troubleshooting information. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-12 OL-4211-02...
The Cardbus slot is on the left or right side of the computer, depending on the model. Step 2 Hold the card with the Cisco label facing up and insert it into the Cardbus slot, applying just enough pressure to make sure it is fully seated (see Figure 3-10).
Insert the screws that you removed in Step 1 into the holes on the populated side of the card near the bracket (see Figure 3-11) and tighten. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-14 OL-4211-02...
Tilt the card to enable the LEDs to slip through the opening in the CPU back panel. See the enlarged Step 6 view in Figure 3-12. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-15 OL-4211-02...
Follow the steps below to assemble the PCI card’s antenna. Slide the antenna through the opening in the bottom of the antenna base. Step 1 Position the antenna so its notches are facing the Cisco label on the front of the base. See Figure 3-13.
Step 2 mounting holes on the bottom of the antenna base. Figure 3-14 Bottom of Antenna Base 1.09 inches Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-17 OL-4211-02...
The antenna rotates 90 degrees from its base. For optimal reception, position the antenna so it is pointing Step 6 straight up (see Figure 3-16). Figure 3-16 Rotating the Antenna Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-18 OL-4211-02...
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Go to Step 28 of the “Installing the Client Adapter Software” section if you are in the process of installing the client adapter software. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-19 OL-4211-02...
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Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter Inserting a Client Adapter Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 3-20 OL-4211-02...
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Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection, page 4-7 • • Selecting the Active Profile, page 4-8 Modifying a Profile, page 4-9 • • Importing and Exporting Profiles, page 4-10 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
The profile manager feature provides you with a default profile that is configured to use default values. This profile is named Default and appears in the profiles list on the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. You can use this profile as is by double-clicking it or modify it by following the instructions in the “Modifying a Profile”...
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Follow the instructions on the page indicated for the task you want to perform. If your system administrator used an administrative tool to deactivate certain parameters, these Note parameters are disabled and cannot be selected. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
(Profile Management) window. Then go to Step • If you want to find an available network and create a profile based on it, click Scan on the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. The Available Infrastructure and Ad Hoc Networks window appears (see Figure 4-2).
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Click the SSID of the network to which you want your client adapter to associate and click Activate. If the SSID is blank, you cannot activate the network. Note Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If you want to change any of the configuration parameter settings, follow the instructions in • Chapter 5. The profile is added to the profiles list on the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. The profiles for PC-Cardbus cards are tied to the slot in which the card is inserted. Therefore, you must...
You must include at least two profiles in the Auto Selected Profiles box. • • The profiles must specify an SSID; otherwise, they do not appear in the Available Profiles box. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
(in ad hoc mode) or loses association while using the selected profile, the adapter does not attempt to associate using another profile. To associate, you must select a different profile or enable auto profile selection. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
In the profiles list, select the profile that you want to edit. Step 3 Click Modify. Step 4 Follow the instructions in Chapter 5 to change any of the configuration parameters for this profile. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Open ADU and click the Profile Management tab. The Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window appears (see Figure 4-1). Step 3 Click Import. The Import Profile window appears (see Figure 4-5). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 4-10 OL-4211-02...
Select the profile that you want to import so it appears in the File name box at the bottom of the window. Click Open. The imported profile appears in the profiles list on the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility Step 6 (Profile Management) window.
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Click Save. The profile is exported to the specified location. Step 6 Follow the instructions in the “Importing a Profile” section to import the profile on another computer. Step 7 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 4-12 OL-4211-02...
Overview Overview When you choose to create a new profile or modify an existing profile on the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window, the Profile Management windows appear. These windows enable you to set the configuration parameters for that profile.
Range: You can key in up to 16 ASCII characters. Default: The name of your computer Each computer on the network should have a unique client Note name. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Go to the next section to set additional parameters, or click OK to save your changes and return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Figure 5-2 Profile Management (Advanced) Window Table 5-3 lists and describes the client adapter’s advanced parameters. Follow the instructions in the table to change any parameters. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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802.11g mode than when operating in 802.11b mode due to 802.11g-specific regulatory limitations in some countries. Note Reducing the transmit power level conserves battery power but decreases radio range. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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(such as small battery-powered devices). Note If this profile is configured for use in an ad hoc network, CAM mode is used automatically. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Options: Short & Long or Long Only Default: Short & Long This parameter is disabled if the Wireless Mode parameter is set Note to 5 GHz 54 Mbps only. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Your client adapter’s wireless mode must match that of the other clients with which it is to communicate. Otherwise, your client adapter may not be able to associate to them. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Auto automatically. Refer to Appendix D for a list of channel identifiers, channel Note center frequencies, and regulatory domains for each channel. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-10 OL-4211-02...
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If this profile is configured for use in an ad hoc network or is not configured to use static WEP, this parameter is unavailable, and Open authentication is used. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-11 OL-4211-02...
To access this window, click the Security tab from any Profile Management window. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-12...
WEP and non-WEP associations. Follow these steps to set this parameter. This parameter is unavailable if the WPA or WPA Passphrase security option is selected. Note Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-13 OL-4211-02...
If you do not want to change any other parameters on the Profile Management (Security) window, • click OK to save your changes and return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. If you want to change some of the other parameters on the Profile Management (Security) window, •...
Windows device is rebooted unless you configure your adapter to use saved LEAP credentials. RADIUS servers that support LEAP include Cisco Secure ACS release 2.6 or later, Cisco Access Registrar release 1.7 or later, Funk Software’s Steel-Belted RADIUS release 4.1 or later, and Meetinghouse Data Communications’...
EAP-TLS, PEAP (EAP-GTC), or PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) with WPA. WPA must also be enabled on the access point. Access points must use Cisco IOS Release 12.2(11)JA Note or later to enable WPA. Refer to the documentation for your access point for instructions on enabling this feature.
(ERP), or Citrix-based solutions. Note Access points must use Cisco IOS Release 12.2(11)JA or later to enable fast roaming. Refer to the documentation for your access point for instructions on enabling this feature. The Microsoft Wireless Configuration Manager and the Microsoft 802.1X supplicant, if installed, must Note be disabled in order for fast roaming to operate correctly.
When you enable broadcast WEP key rotation, the access point provides a dynamic broadcast WEP key and changes it at the interval you select. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-18 OL-4211-02...
IEEE 802.1X and Open Authentication for the SSID Smart Card or other Certificate as and specify the use of EAP the EAP Type Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-19 OL-4211-02...
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Authentication for the SSID and specify the use of EAP To allow both WPA and Note non-WPA clients to use the SSID, enable optional WPA. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-20 OL-4211-02...
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Enable LEAP, EAP-TLS, or PEAP Set up and enable WEP and set Broadcast WEP Key Rotation Interval to any value other than zero (0) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-21 OL-4211-02...
• which includes alpha characters, numbers, and punctuation marks. ASCII text WEP keys are not supported on the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points, so Note you must choose the Hexadecimal (0-9, A-F) option if you are planning to use your client adapter with these access points.
Click the Transmit Key button to the left of the key you want to use to transmit packets. Only one WEP Step 6 key can be selected as the transmit key. Click OK in each window to save your changes and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Step 7 Management) window.
Your client adapter’s WPA passphrase must match the passphrase used by the access point with • which you are planning to communicate. Click OK in each window to save your changes and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Step 4 Management) window.
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“Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)” section on page 5-16 for additional information Note on WPA. Click Configure. The LEAP Settings window appears (see Figure 5-7). Step 2 Figure 5-7 LEAP Settings Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-25 OL-4211-02...
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Range: 30 to 500 seconds Default: 90 seconds Click OK in each window to save your changes and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility Step 8 (Profile Management) window.
(1100 series access points), Cisco IOS Release 12.2(8)JA (1200 series access points), or Cisco IOS Release 12.2(13)JA (350 series access points). To use WPA or fast roaming, access points must use Cisco IOS Release 12.2(11)JA or later. Note All necessary infrastructure devices (such as access points, servers, gateways, user databases, etc.) •...
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If the Login Name field is not filled in automatically, enter your username in this format: Step 6 username@domain (for example, jsmith@acs-test.cisco.com). Click OK in each window to save your changes and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility Step 7 (Profile Management) window.
If the Login Name field is not filled in automatically, enter your username with nothing after it (for example, jsmith). Click OK to save your settings. Step 9 Click OK in each window to save your settings and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. Refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on authenticating using PEAP (EAP-GTC).
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Your Windows username is filled in automatically. Simply delete your Windows username and enter your separate PEAP username. Re-enter your password in the Confirm Password field. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-32 OL-4211-02...
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Windows username of the person who is logging in. Click OK to save your settings. Step 7 Click OK in each window to save your changes and to return to the Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Profile Management) window. Step 8...
Control Panel enables you to set two parameters that regulate the client adapter’s roaming capabilities. Figure 5-13 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless Adapter Properties Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-34 OL-4211-02...
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Chapter 5 Configuring the Client Adapter Setting Roaming Parameters in the Windows Control Panel Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 5-36 OL-4211-02...
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Using LEAP with a Saved Username and Password, page 6-7 Using EAP-TLS, page 6-8 • • Using PEAP (EAP-GTC), page 6-8 Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2), page 6-9 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Note recommended actions. Using LEAP When LEAP authentication begins, the LEAP Authentication Status window appears (see Figure 6-1). Figure 6-1 LEAP Authentication Status Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
If the authentication attempt fails, ASTU and ADU show Authentication Failed, and an error message appears after the LEAP timeout period has expired. Refer to the “Error Messages” section on page 10-12 for the necessary action to take. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Step 1 Perform one of the following: • If you activate a manual LEAP profile, the Enter Wireless Network Password window appears (see Figure 6-2). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If auto profile selection selects a manual LEAP profile, you must choose the Manual LEAP Login • option from ASTU or the ADU Action drop-down menu (see Figure 6-3). Figure 6-3 Action Drop-Down Menu Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
OK. The domain name can be entered in the Log On To field; it is optional. Figure 6-4 Enter Wireless Network Password Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
LEAP timeout period has expired. Refer to the “Error Messages” section on page 10-12 for the necessary action to take. Windows continues to log you onto the system. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
When the Token Configuration window appears (see Figure 6-5), enter the one-time password. Step 2 Figure 6-5 Token Configuration Window Note The username is filled in automatically. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
If your client adapter authenticates, ASTU and the Link Status field on the ADU Current Status window show Authenticated. If the authentication attempt fails, ASTU and ADU show Authentication Failed. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Chapter 6 Using EAP Authentication Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 6-10 OL-4211-02...
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Setting Parameters that Affect ADU Status and Statistics Tools, page 7-2 • • Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter, page 7-4 Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter, page 7-11 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Step 1 Choose Display Settings from the Options drop-down menu. The Display Settings window appears (see Step 2 Figure 7-1). Figure 7-1 Display Settings Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Interval (1 to 5 seconds). Cumulative Displays statistical data collected since the driver was loaded, upon card insertion or reboot. Step 4 Click OK to save your changes. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
To view your client adapter’s status and settings, open ADU. The Current Status window appears (see Figure 7-2). Figure 7-2 Current Status Window Table 7-3 interprets each element of the Current Status window. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Value: None, WEP, CKIP, or TKIP Note Refer to the “Overview of Security Features” section on page 5-14 for details on these data encryption types. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Extensions are enabled (on access points running Cisco IOS Release 12.2(4)JA or later). Note If Aironet Extensions are disabled, the IP address of the associated access point is shown as 0.0.0.0. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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This setting appears only if you selected signal strength to be displayed as a percentage. See the Signal Strength Display Units parameter in Table 7-2 for information. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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ADU enables you to view statistics that indicate how data is being received and transmitted by your client adapter. To view your client adapter’s statistics, open ADU and click the Diagnostics tab. The Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Diagnostics) window appears (see Figure 7-4).
Click Advanced Statistics if you want to view additional statistics for your client adapter. The Advanced Statistics window appears (see Figure 7-5). Figure 7-5 Advanced Statistics Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 7-12 OL-4211-02...
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(MIC) value when CKIP was being used. Note This field is displayed only if MIC is enabled on the access point. Click OK to close the Advanced Statistics window. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 7-14 OL-4211-02...
The following topics are covered in this chapter: • Overview of ASTU, page 8-2 The ASTU Icon, page 8-2 • • Tool Tip Window, page 8-3 Pop-Up Menu, page 8-5 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
ASTU icon. Windows 2000 and XP may display their own wireless network connection status icon in the system tray. Note Cisco recommends that you turn off the Windows icon and use the ASTU icon to monitor your wireless connection. Table 8-1...
(in infrastructure mode) or another client (in ad hoc mode). Note Refer to the SSID1 parameter in Table 5-2 for information on setting the client adapter's SSID. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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ASTU menu options, these options do not appear in the menu and therefore cannot be selected. Help This option enables you to access the online help. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Preferences When you choose this option, the Aironet System Tray Utility Preferences window appears (see Figure 8-3). Figure 8-3 Aironet System Tray Utility Preferences Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
If the radio is enabled, choose Disable Radio to disable the radio. If the radio is disabled, choose Enable Radio to enable the radio. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
(in infrastructure mode) or another client (in ad hoc mode), you must select a new profile. Note This option is available only if two or more profiles are included in auto profile selection. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
This window provides information on the current status of your client adapter. Table 8-3 interprets each element of the Connection Status window. Note You can also access the Connection Status window by double-clicking the ASTU icon. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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The following topics are covered in this chapter: Removing a Client Adapter, page 9-2 • • Client Adapter Software Procedures, page 9-3 Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio, page 9-9 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
If you need to remove your PC-Cardbus card but do not want to shut down your computer, double-click Note the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the Windows system tray, choose the Cisco Aironet client adapter you want to remove under Hardware devices, click Stop, and click OK to close each open window.
9-9 • Upgrading the Client Adapter Software Follow these steps to upgrade your Cisco Aironet CB21AG or PI21AG client adapter software to a more recent release using the settings that were selected during the last installation. Note If you want to upgrade your client adapter software using new installation settings, uninstall the previous...
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When a message appears indicating that your computer needs to be rebooted, click OK and allow your Step 6 computer to restart. The client adapter’s software has been upgraded. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Client Adapter Software Procedures Uninstalling the Client Adapter Software This section provides instructions for uninstalling the software for your Cisco Aironet CB21AG or PI21AG client adapter. This procedure is necessary if you want to remove installed client adapter software from your computer or downgrade to a previous release.
• Choose Aironet Desktop Utility from the folder in the Windows Start Menu that you chose during installation (the default location is Start > Program Files > Cisco Aironet > Aironet Desktop Utility). Right-click the ASTU icon in the Windows system tray and choose Open Aironet Desktop Utility.
To view information about your client adapter, open ADU. Click the Diagnostics tab and Adapter Information. The Adapter Information window appears (see Figure 9-6). Figure 9-6 Adapter Information Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Therefore, it is important to disable it around devices that are susceptible to RF interference. Note Your client adapter is not associated while its radio is disabled. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If your client adapter’s radio is disabled, open ADU and choose Enable Radio from the Action drop-down menu (see Figure 9-4) to enable the radio. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 9-10 OL-4211-02...
This chapter provides basic troubleshooting tips for your client adapter. For more up-to-date and detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the TAC web site. To access this site, go to Cisco.com, click Technical Support > Hardware Support > Wireless Devices. Then choose your product and click Troubleshooting to find information on the problem you are experiencing.
Open ADU; click the Diagnostics tab and Troubleshooting. • Right-click the ASTU icon; choose Troubleshooting from the pop-up menu. • The Troubleshooting Utility window appears (see Figure 10-1). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-3 OL-4211-02...
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Card enable test Radio test Association test Authentication test Network test The utility runs and then displays the results for each test (see Figure 10-2). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-4 OL-4211-02...
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To view more detailed information, click View Report. A report appears that provides more detailed Step 3 results for your client adapter (see Figure 10-3). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-5 OL-4211-02...
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If a problem is discovered, the report provides some possible repair suggestions. Follow the repair Step 4 instructions carefully and run the troubleshooting utility again. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-6 OL-4211-02...
The default location is the directory where ADU is installed (such as C:\Program Files\Cisco Aironet). Step 4 Click Save. The file is saved as a text file in the location specified. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-7 OL-4211-02...
Uncheck the Enable network access control using IEEE 802.1X or Enable IEEE 802.1x authentication for this network check box. Step 4 Click OK to save your settings. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-8 OL-4211-02...
Look in the Conflicting Device list at the bottom of the window. If it indicates that the IRQ is being used Step 11 by another device, click the Change Setting button. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-9 OL-4211-02...
The Conflict Information window at the bottom of the window indicates if the IRQ is already being used. Step 13 Click OK. Step 14 Reboot your computer. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-10 OL-4211-02...
Prioritizing Network Connections If your computer has more than one network adapter enabled (such as a Cisco Aironet client adapter and an Ethernet card), you can choose which one to use by assigning a priority to your network connections.
If the domain logon continues to fail, contact your system administrator. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-12...
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LEAP authentication failed because the authentication server is down. Explanation Click Retry to try to authenticate again using the same credentials or click Recommended Action Cancel to cancel the operation. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-13 OL-4211-02...
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If you want to set up an ad hoc network, click Yes and enter a network name in Recommended Action the SSID1 field on the Profile Management (General) window. Otherwise, click No. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide 10-14 OL-4211-02...
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Wireless Configuration Manager. Error Message This Product does not support this version of Windows. Please check the product documentation for the system requirements. You tried to install the CB21AG and PI21AG client adapter software on an unsupported Explanation Windows operating system.
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The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Physical Specifications, page A-2 Radio Specifications, page A-2 • • Power Specifications, page A-6 Safety and Regulatory Compliance Specifications, page A-6 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Different range characteristics are likely when using the client adapter with a different access point or a Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point with a different antenna. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Europe EN-300.328, EN-301.893 ARIB STD-33, ARIB STD-66, ARIB STD-T71 (Japan) AS 4268.2 (Australia) AS/NZS 3548 (Australia and New Zealand) RF exposure FCC Bulletin OET-65C Industry Canada RSS-102 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Translated Safety Warnings This appendix provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in this publication. The second warning pertains to the PI21AG client adapter, and the third warning pertains to the CB21AG client adapter. The following topics are covered in this appendix: Explosive Device Proximity Warning, page B-2 •...
Använd inte den trådlösa nätverksenheten i närheten av oskyddade tändhattar eller i en explosiv miljö om inte enheten modifierats för att kunna användas i sådana sammanhang. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Comunicaciones (FCC) es preciso ubicar las antenas a un mínimo de 20 cm (7,9 pulgadas) o más del cuerpo de las personas. Varning! För att följa FCC-exponeringsgränserna för radiofrekvens (RF), bör antenner placeras på minst 20 cm avstånd från alla människor. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
FCC sur l'exposition aux RF. Cet appareil et son antenne ne doivent pas se trouver dans le même emplacement ou fonctionner conjointement avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
FCC sobre exposición a radiofrecuencia. Este dispositivo y la antena no deben situarse o accionarse junto con otra antena o transmisor. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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FCC:s riktlinjer för radiofrekvens följs. Den här enheten och dess antenn får inte placeras tillsammans med eller användas i samband med någon annan antenn eller sändare/mottagare. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Japan, page C-7 • Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan, page C-8 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The CB21AG client adapter has been tested and complies with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in typical laptop computer configurations, and this device can be used in laptop computers with side-mounted PCMCIA slots which can provide 0.394 in (1 cm) separation distance from the antenna to the body of...
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters are certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz devices. The use of these devices in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.
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• Safety: EN 60950 • The following CE mark is affixed to the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters: Note This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Declaration of Conformity Statement Cisco Aironet CB21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapter Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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If this equipment causes RF interference to a specified low-power radio station of RF-ID, contact the number below. Contact Number: 03-5549-6500 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
The authorized radio station means a radio-communication service operating in accordance with COMMUNICATION ACT. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
(ISM) equipment, or by an incidental radiator. 5-GHz Client Adapters Chinese Translation English Translation This equipment is limited for indoor use. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Channels, page D-2 Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains, page D-4 • Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
All channel sets are restricted to indoor usage except America (-A), which allows for indoor and outdoor Note use on channels 52 through 161 in the United States. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Mexico. In Japan, channel 14 is not supported for 802.11g mode. Note Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Configuring the Client Adapter, page E-5 Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP, page E-18 • • Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter, page E-18 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
Windows device. When the driver loads and reads the client adapter’s registry parameters, it also finds the static WEP keys, unencrypts them, and stores them in volatile memory on the adapter. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
PEAP (EAP-GTC)—Although this authentication type is not officially supported for CB21AG – and PI21AG client adapters, you may be able to use it successfully if Cisco’s PEAP security module (included in the Install Wizard file for Cisco Aironet 340, 350, and CB20A client adapters) was previously installed on your computer and installed after Service Pack 1 for Windows XP.
• http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-274845d c9e91&DisplayLang=en WPA must also be enabled on the access point. Access points must use Cisco IOS Release 12.2(11)JA Note or later to enable WPA. Refer to the documentation for your access point for instructions on enabling this feature.
Step 4 Click Properties. The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears. Step 5 Click the Wireless Networks tab. The following window appears (see Figure E-1). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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The Allow Broadcast SSID to Associate option on the access point must be enabled for the SSID Note to appear in the list of available networks. The Wireless Network Properties window appears (see Figure E-2). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Check the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc mode) network; wireless access points are not used check box at the bottom of the window if you are planning to operate the client adapter in an ad hoc network. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide OL-4211-02...
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Shared—Enables your client adapter to authenticate and communicate only with access points that • have the same WEP key. Cisco recommends that shared key authentication not be used because it presents a security risk. Your client adapter’s network authentication setting must match that of the access points Note with which it is to communicate.
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26 hexadecimal characters or 13 ASCII text characters for 128-bit keys – Example: 5A583135333554595549333534 (hexadecimal) or ZX1535TYUI354 (ASCII) ASCII text WEP keys are not supported on Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points, so Note you must enter hexadecimal characters if your client adapter will be used with these access points.
Click the Authentication tab on the Wireless Network Properties window. The following window Step 1 appears (see Figure E-3). Figure E-3 Wireless Network Properties Window (Authentication Tab) Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-10 OL-4211-02...
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Check the Use simple certificate selection (Recommended) check box. Step 6 Check the Validate server certificate check box if server certificate validation is required. Step 7 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-11 OL-4211-02...
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Wireless Network Connection. Click View and Refresh to obtain the current status. If the client adapter is authenticated, the status reads Authentication succeeded. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-12...
PEAP (EAP-GTC) is not officially supported for CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters, but you may be able to use it successfully if Cisco’s PEAP security module (included in the Install Wizard file for Cisco Aironet 340, 350, and CB20A client adapters) was previously installed on your computer and installed after Service Pack 1 for Windows XP.
Figure E-8). Figure E-6 Protected EAP Properties Window Check the Validate server certificate check box if server certificate validation is required Step 2 (recommended). Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-14 OL-4211-02...
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Network Connections. The status appears to the right of your Wireless Network Connection. Click View and Refresh to obtain the current status. If the client adapter is authenticated, the status reads Authentication succeeded. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-15 OL-4211-02...
If you leave this field blank, you are prompted to accept a connection to the root certification Note authority during the authentication process. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-16 OL-4211-02...
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Browse button. The SofToken Program Path field is unavailable if a software token program other than Note Secure Computing SofToken Version 2.1 is selected. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-17 OL-4211-02...
To view the status of your client adapter, click the icon of the two connected computers in the Windows system tray. The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears (see Figure E-10). Figure E-10 Wireless Network Connection Status Window Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide E-18 OL-4211-02...
A set of characters that contains both letters and numbers. alphanumeric A station is configured properly to enable it to wirelessly communicate with an access point. associated Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-1 OL-4211-02...
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IP addresses within a specified range to devices on the network. The device retains the assigned address for a specific administrator-defined period. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-2 OL-4211-02...
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A means of communication whereby each node receives and transmits in turn (one-way). See also full half duplex duplex. A set of characters consisting of ten numbers and six letters (0-9, A-F, and a-f). hexadecimal Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-3 OL-4211-02...
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Internetwork Packet Exchange. The NetWare network layer protocol used for transferring data from servers to workstations. LEAP, or EAP-Cisco Wireless, is an 802.1X authentication type. With LEAP, a username and password LEAP are used by the client adapter to perform mutual authentication with the RADIUS server through an access point.
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Service set identifier. A unique identifier that stations must use to be able to communicate with an SSID access point. The SSID can be any alphanumeric entry up to a maximum of 32 characters. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-5 OL-4211-02...
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The bridging domain is supported on various pieces of network equipment such as LAN switches that operate bridging protocols between them with a separate group for each VLAN. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-6 OL-4211-02...
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IEEE 802.11i standard. WPA leverages Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) for data protection and 802.1X for authenticated key management. Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide GL-7 OL-4211-02...
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Access Point 1 through 4 parameters 5-12 exiting access points feature comparison to Windows XP 3-9 to 3-10 associating to in Windows XP E-18 finding version preferred, setting 5-12 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-1 OL-4211-02...
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3-17 to 3-19 broadcast SSIDs 4-4, 5-4, E-6 rotating 3-18 BSS Aging Interval parameter (Windows Control specifications Panel) 5-35 antenna base, mounting 3-17 to 3-18 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-2 OL-4211-02...
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5-15 Define Pre-Shared Keys window 5-22 client name Define WPA Pre-Shared Key window 5-24 Client Name parameter diagnosing client adapter operation 10-3 to 10-6 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-3 OL-4211-02...
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8-6, 9-7 Export button 4-11 Export Profile window 4-12 EAP authentication described overview 5-15 to 5-16, 6-2, E-3 to E-4 using 6-1 to 6-9 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-4 OL-4211-02...
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Japan, guidelines for operating client adapters Generic Token Card Properties window - Windows E-17 key icon hardware components of client adapter Help, ASTU menu option Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-5 OL-4211-02...
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4-9, 8-9 with LEAP 5-15 long radio headers Modify button 4-9, 5-3 status of 7-10 multicast packets using number received 7-12 number transmitted 7-12 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-6 OL-4211-02...
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5-20 antenna PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) option 5-31 described PEAP Properties window - Windows XP E-16 inserting 3-13 peer-to-peer network 1-5, 5-8 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-7 OL-4211-02...
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Protected EAP roaming parameters, setting in the Windows Control See PEAP (EAP-GTC) authentication and PEAP Panel 5-34 to 5-35 (EAP-MSCHAP V2) authentication roaming threshold 5-35 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-8 OL-4211-02...
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7-10 static WEP keys using guidelines for entering Show Connection Status, ASTU menu option in ADU 5-23 signal quality, current in Windows XP Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-9 OL-4211-02...
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Token Configuration window translated safety warnings B-1 to B-6 View Report button 10-5 transmit key 5-23 Transmit Power Level parameter transmit statistics 7-12, 7-13 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-10 OL-4211-02...
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WPA-PSK option, in Windows XP enabling PEAP authentication E-13 to E-18 feature comparison to ADU 3-9 to 3-10 making a configuration decision 3-9 to 3-10 Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide IN-11 OL-4211-02...
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