GE FPC 1000 - Manual

FPC 1000 Basics Chapter 1. FPC 1000 Basics 1.1 About the FPC 1000 The Flarion FPC 1000 is a wireless broadband network card, that enables high-speed wireless connectivity for subscribers. It is plug and play compatible with a standard Type II PCMCIA card slot. It runs on most operating systems that ...

Chapter 1 1.3 FPC 1000 Applications Examples of applications that can be used with the FPC 1000 include: • Email (including large file attachments) • High-Speed Web Browsing • Virtual Private Network (VPN) access • File Transfer • Online gaming • Streaming video and audio • Video Conferencing 1.4 FP...

Chapter 2 Chapter 2. Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC The Flarion FPC 1000 wireless network card can be installed and used in a notebook PC, to provide high-speed mobile broadband connectivity. • Installing the FPC 1000 • Using the FPC 1000 • Troubleshooting the FPC 1000 2.1 Installing the FPC 1000...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.1. Checking Hardware and Software Requirements The FPC 1000 requires certain hardware and software capabilities of the notebook PC. Verify that the following hardware requirements are met: Table 1: Hardware Requirements for the FPC 1000 Category Requirement Card...

Chapter 2 2.1.3. Attaching the Antenna to the PC Card When FMM installation is complete, attach the antenna to the FPC 1000 PC card. The FPC 1000 ships with two types of antennas: • Standard antenna • Extended range antenna 2.1.3.1 Attaching the Standard Antenna The standard antenna allows for impro...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.3.2 Attaching the Extended Range Antenna The extended range antenna cable greatly improves signal strength and quality. It increases the operating range of the PC, and enhances connectivity and throughput. To install the extended range antenna, follow the instru...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.4.1 Loading Device Drivers for Windows 98 1. When the Windows 98 SE hardware setup detects the FPC 1000, it presents a “Welcome to the Found New Hardware Setup” screen. If prompted, insert the original Windows operating system CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.1 Monitoring Connection Status and Connection Time FMM indicates either “Connected” or “Searching”, depending on the Connection Status. The light on the side of the card also blinks until a connection is made. The Connection Time Indicator shows how long your ...

Chapter 2 2.2.2.2 Monitoring Kilobytes Received and Sent To monitor the amount of data sent or received during your session, refer to the relevant indicators number of kilobytes: Kilobytes ReceivedKilobytes Sent Figure 13: Kilobytes Received and Sent These indicators show the total number of bytes t...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.3 Monitoring Signal Strength and Quality Signal strength shows the power level of the signal you are receiving. When the signal is strongest, four bars are shown. When it is weakest, one bar is shown. When the modem is searching for a signal, the bars will sca...

Chapter 2 2.2.2.4 Closing, Exiting and Ending Sessions To close the Mobility Manager window, click the “X” in the top right corner. Note that this does not end the session. To relaunch FMM Mobility Manager, click the PC card icon on the system tray or desktop. To exit the Flarion Mobility Manager pr...

Chapter 2 2.2.2.5 Enabling and Disabling the FPC 1000 Certain operating systems act differently when the “Enable” or “Disable” function is selected: To end a wireless broadband connection without shutting down the PC, click Options ⇒ Disable. To begin another session, click Options ⇒ Enable. • Windo...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.6 Upgrading Software 2.2.2.6.1 About Software Upgrades Upgrading FPC 1000 software assures that all the latest features and functionalities are available for use. Upgrades to PC Card software may include any or all of the following software components: • DSP I...

Chapter 2 2.2.2.6.2 Upgrade Methods PC Card software can be upgraded with one of the following methods: • Over-the-Air automatic upgrade • Over-the-Air manual upgrade • Complete package uninstall and reinstall Note: Several issues may affect the software upgrade process. Refer to Software Upgrade No...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.7 Software Upgrade Notes Several issues apply to the FPC 1000 upgrade process: • Third party firewall programs may affect over-the-air upgrade. If the over-the-air upgrade does not work, you may need to disable all third party firewalls before retrying. Check ...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.4. Removing the Antenna from the FPC 1000 When transporting the FPC 1000, it may be helpful remove the antenna. WARNING WHEN REMOVING THE ANTENNA FROM THE PC CARD, DO NOT PULL FROM THE TOP OF THE ANTENNA. THIS MAY CAUSE THE ANTENNA TO BREAK. To remove the antenn...

Chapter 2 2.3 Troubleshooting the FPC 1000 When properly installed and used, the Flarion Wireless Broadband PC Card is very reliable. Problems that arise are likely to be because: • Wireless Broadband coverage is not available. • The FPC 1000 is not compatible with the operating system in your PC. T...

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC Card Problems Possible Causes Suggestions Unsuccessful driver installation. An ft1000clean.exe utility is provided on the distribution CD under the Tools directory to resolve unsuccessful driver installation. The blue light (LED) on the side of the PC card fails to ...

Chapter 2 Card Problems Possible Causes Suggestions Windows asks you to restart your computer before the “click to finish” message appears from the installation. You may have inserted the PC card before completing the software installation. Choose “No” or “Cancel” and then restart your computer manu...

Appendix A Appendix A. Technical Specifications A.1 Environmental Specifications -30 to +60 C Storage Temperature: -30 C to +85 C Humidity: 95% Operating Temperature: A.2 Mechanical Specifications PCMCIA Type II Unextended Card  2004 Flarion Version 1.0 Flarion Proprietary and Confidential Page 39