This update contains two different applications that can be used together or individually:

• WirelessLAN Setup Utility Version 2.2.4:   Used to configure the PCWA-A100 and PCWA-A200 Access Point with the PCWA-C100, a computer with the Wireless LAN chipset built-in or with other Wireless LAN PC cards such as the PCWA-C150S or PCWA-C700. NOTE:  If you are not using PCWA-A100 or PCWA-A200 as the Access Point, then the WirelessLAN Setup Utility is not needed.
• Wireless Palette:  Used to establish a connection between the PCWA-C100 Wireless Client and the PCWA-A100 or PCWA-A200. NOTE:  If you are not using the PCWA-C100 as the Wireless card, then the Wireless Palette software is not needed.

• The steps below may vary slightly by operating system.
• For Microsoft® Windows® XP or Windows® 2000 operating systems only:  During the installation of this update, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.
• If either a "Severe" error or "Software Status" message box appears, please check the list of Known Issues .

Before using the Access Point Setup Utility, always confirm the version of the Wireless LAN Utilities installed on your computer and the firmware version of the Access Point. Please follow these steps to check the versions of the Wireless LAN software and drivers currently installed on your computer:

1. Use Wireless Palette to establish communication with the Access Point.
2. Right-click the Wireless Palette icon (red & black triangle) located in the Windows System Tray.
3. From the menu, click "Version."
4. The version numbers for the Wireless Palette, PC Card Driver and Firmware Driver will be displayed.
5. Compare current version numbers against those listed above for this update.
   • If the current version numbers are lower than those listed for this update, it is recommended proceed with the update.
   • If the current version numbers are higher than those listed for this update, then this update is not needed.
6. Click OK to close the "About Wireless Palette" box.
   

WARNING!!: Using an Access Point Setup Utility Version 2.0 or lower to setup an Access Point whose firmware version is higher than 3.7, will result in abnormal operation.