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...EDGE Connection 17 Send and Receive emails 17 Create a Wireless LAN Connection 18 Making a Basic Network Connection Windows 2000/XP 18 Making a Basic Network Connection in Windows Millennium 28 Making a Basic Network Connection in Windows 98SE 33 Using the Sony Ericsson Wireless Utility 38 Advanced Wireless LAN... an Internet Connection 47 Static IP Number Management 49 Wireless LAN Adapter Diagnostics 49 GC89 WLAN Information 50 Concurrent WLAN and GPRS 50 Wireless Manager Status Screen 51 GSM Connection Status 51 Wireless LAN Connection Status 52 Usage Statistics 52 2 Contents
...EDGE Connection 17 Send and Receive emails 17 Create a Wireless LAN Connection 18 Making a Basic Network Connection Windows 2000/XP 18 Making a Basic Network Connection in Windows Millennium 28 Making a Basic Network Connection in Windows 98SE 33 Using the Sony Ericsson Wireless Utility 38 Advanced Wireless LAN... an Internet Connection 47 Static IP Number Management 49 Wireless LAN Adapter Diagnostics 49 GC89 WLAN Information 50 Concurrent WLAN and GPRS 50 Wireless Manager Status Screen 51 GSM Connection Status 51 Wireless LAN Connection Status 52 Usage Statistics 52 2 Contents
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... Screen 78 Troubleshooting 79 Status Information 79 Status Log 79 Wireless Manager Icon Errors 80 Software Errors 80 GSM/EDGE/GPRS Error Messages 80 SIM Card Errors 81 Wireless LAN Error Messages 81 Wireless LAN Performance and Connectivity Problems 82 Windows® Error Codes 83 Additional Information 87 Sony Ericsson Support Website 87 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use...
... Screen 78 Troubleshooting 79 Status Information 79 Status Log 79 Wireless Manager Icon Errors 80 Software Errors 80 GSM/EDGE/GPRS Error Messages 80 SIM Card Errors 81 Wireless LAN Error Messages 81 Wireless LAN Performance and Connectivity Problems 82 Windows® Error Codes 83 Additional Information 87 Sony Ericsson Support Website 87 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use...
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... band GSM product, that the GC89 is a standard 32-bit Cardbus PC card with others in the house to another, or from the network. The GC89s wireless LAN facilities can be used . Hardware Overview The GC89 is always available for buying a Sony Ericsson GC89. The GC89 is based on page 87. The GC89s GSM, GPRS and EDGE facilities provide almost worldwide portable modem...
... band GSM product, that the GC89 is a standard 32-bit Cardbus PC card with others in the house to another, or from the network. The GC89s wireless LAN facilities can be used . Hardware Overview The GC89 is always available for buying a Sony Ericsson GC89. The GC89 is based on page 87. The GC89s GSM, GPRS and EDGE facilities provide almost worldwide portable modem...
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... to: • Display GSM/GPRS/EDGE and wireless LAN status information • Create or modify connection settings • Connect to the Internet or a corporate network • Manage GC89 settings • Manage SIM card and PC phone books • Send and receive SMS messages Using the GC89 with a SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module card). You can read the guide on...
... to: • Display GSM/GPRS/EDGE and wireless LAN status information • Create or modify connection settings • Connect to the Internet or a corporate network • Manage GC89 settings • Manage SIM card and PC phone books • Send and receive SMS messages Using the GC89 with a SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module card). You can read the guide on...
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... ASCII (text) characters, or 10 or 26 hexadecimal (0-9, A-F) characters. Make sure that data options are included in the Wireless Manager, see Wireless Manager SMS Messages Screen on the functions and features your network operator can send and receive SMS text messages using the SMS ..., used in a network. The GC89 operates at this capability at 9.6 kbps. EDGE technology is transparent, simply make sure the options you can expect increased speeds of network connection which provides "always on network coverage. Short Message Service (SMS) The PC can provide. Note: Mobile operators ...
... ASCII (text) characters, or 10 or 26 hexadecimal (0-9, A-F) characters. Make sure that data options are included in the Wireless Manager, see Wireless Manager SMS Messages Screen on the functions and features your network operator can send and receive SMS text messages using the SMS ..., used in a network. The GC89 operates at this capability at 9.6 kbps. EDGE technology is transparent, simply make sure the options you can expect increased speeds of network connection which provides "always on network coverage. Short Message Service (SMS) The PC can provide. Note: Mobile operators ...
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...contains the following software: • Wireless Manager • User Documentation • On-line Help • ReadMe text file containing the latest information about the GC89. For an explanation of the services that are added to your SIM card into the PC card as demonstrated below. Insert your ...sure that the specific services (EDGE, GPRS, CSD or SMS) you intend to use the PCMCIA slot for another device, remove the GC89 card as instructed in Safe Removal of the SIM card must be required. GC89 Hardware Set Up 1. Installation The Wireless Manager CD-ROM contains the...
...contains the following software: • Wireless Manager • User Documentation • On-line Help • ReadMe text file containing the latest information about the GC89. For an explanation of the services that are added to your SIM card into the PC card as demonstrated below. Insert your ...sure that the specific services (EDGE, GPRS, CSD or SMS) you intend to use the PCMCIA slot for another device, remove the GC89 card as instructed in Safe Removal of the SIM card must be required. GC89 Hardware Set Up 1. Installation The Wireless Manager CD-ROM contains the...
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...if the card is your PC from the CD-ROM. GC89 EDGE/Wireless LAN PC Card 5. Note: If the CD-ROM does not autorun, select Start dialog. (Where D is accidentally inserted prior to pause around 65% whilst drivers are installed; follow the instructions on page 96 for Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager opens...; Make sure it in your Windows® language is not available. The wizard may require you have installed the software from the GC89 CD. Do not insert the card into the Run 2. If this happens, ...
...if the card is your PC from the CD-ROM. GC89 EDGE/Wireless LAN PC Card 5. Note: If the CD-ROM does not autorun, select Start dialog. (Where D is accidentally inserted prior to pause around 65% whilst drivers are installed; follow the instructions on page 96 for Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager opens...; Make sure it in your Windows® language is not available. The wizard may require you have installed the software from the GC89 CD. Do not insert the card into the Run 2. If this happens, ...
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... Note: When installing on the desktop or via Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager. Component EDGE/GPRS Drivers on a Windows 98SE or ME machine EDGE/GPRS Drivers on a Windows 2000/XP machine Wireless LAN Driver (semwl5.inf) on a Windows 2000/XP machine Wireless LAN Driver (semwl5a.inf) on a Windows 98SE/ME machine GC89 CD-ROM Location D:\Driver\Driver9x D:\Driver\Driver2k D:\WLAN...
... Note: When installing on the desktop or via Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager. Component EDGE/GPRS Drivers on a Windows 98SE or ME machine EDGE/GPRS Drivers on a Windows 2000/XP machine Wireless LAN Driver (semwl5.inf) on a Windows 2000/XP machine Wireless LAN Driver (semwl5a.inf) on a Windows 98SE/ME machine GC89 CD-ROM Location D:\Driver\Driver9x D:\Driver\Driver2k D:\WLAN...
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... Your connection name should not exceed 16 characters for descriptions of connection you selected enter the APN for your PC Card to make the display secure. 8. If you require: • For EDGE/GPRS see steps 4 to 8 • For CSD see steps 9 to Using your User ID and Password... 'My Connection'. See Appendix A - Click Next. If no predefined customised connections exist, the Network Connection Wizard automatically starts when the Wireless Manager is displayed. If your mobile operator or IT Manager. Click Finish to create your connection or Back to review your Network Operator if...
... Your connection name should not exceed 16 characters for descriptions of connection you selected enter the APN for your PC Card to make the display secure. 8. If you require: • For EDGE/GPRS see steps 4 to 8 • For CSD see steps 9 to Using your User ID and Password... 'My Connection'. See Appendix A - Click Next. If no predefined customised connections exist, the Network Connection Wizard automatically starts when the Wireless Manager is displayed. If your mobile operator or IT Manager. Click Finish to create your connection or Back to review your Network Operator if...
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... down list. Connection Parameters on the Speed tab of the updateable parameters in the Advanced dialog to save any changes before closing the dialog. Create a EDGE/GPRS or CSD Connection 15 Select CSD. CSD Connection 9. Click Next. Note: Contact your Network Operator for descriptions of the Advanced dialog.
... down list. Connection Parameters on the Speed tab of the updateable parameters in the Advanced dialog to save any changes before closing the dialog. Create a EDGE/GPRS or CSD Connection 15 Select CSD. CSD Connection 9. Click Next. Note: Contact your Network Operator for descriptions of the Advanced dialog.
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...list and click Connect. Click Next. Change settings as required. Click Finish to make the display secure. 14. Open Wireless Manager. 2. Click Finish to create your settings. Click on the Status screen. Click Next. 3. Click Next. Using...review your connection or Back to set up an auto connection when the Wireless Manager is activated. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences on the Wireless Manager icon in order to close the Connection Wizard. Select the connection you... a Connection drop down menu is opened. If you want to your SIM Card PIN and click OK.
...list and click Connect. Click Next. Change settings as required. Click Finish to make the display secure. 14. Open Wireless Manager. 2. Click Finish to create your settings. Click on the Status screen. Click Next. 3. Click Next. Using...review your connection or Back to set up an auto connection when the Wireless Manager is activated. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences on the Wireless Manager icon in order to close the Connection Wizard. Select the connection you... a Connection drop down menu is opened. If you want to your SIM Card PIN and click OK.
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...emails. See Using your preferred connection from the Status screen. You can send and receive emails using a CSD or GPRS/EDGE connection: 1. See Connection on page 52 for details on opening a connection. 2. Start your Internet browser. Browse the Internet via a GSM/...GPRS/EDGE Connection You can connect to send and receive emails. Start your email program. Open your PC in order to the Internet using a CSD or GPRS/EDGE connection: 1. Create a EDGE/GPRS or CSD Connection 17 Send and Receive emails You will...
...emails. See Using your preferred connection from the Status screen. You can send and receive emails using a CSD or GPRS/EDGE connection: 1. See Connection on page 52 for details on opening a connection. 2. Start your Internet browser. Browse the Internet via a GSM/...GPRS/EDGE Connection You can connect to send and receive emails. Start your email program. Open your PC in order to the Internet using a CSD or GPRS/EDGE connection: 1. Create a EDGE/GPRS or CSD Connection 17 Send and Receive emails You will...
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...wireless LAN network connections. Wireless Manager Status Screen 51 GSM Connection Status The left side of the screen is divided into two. searching, radio off. • The connection progress messages. Wireless Manager Status Screen To view the Status screen either start Wireless Manager select Start Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless... Manager or select your GSM connection, including icons representing: • Receive signal strength. • GPRS/EDGE ...
...wireless LAN network connections. Wireless Manager Status Screen 51 GSM Connection Status The left side of the screen is divided into two. searching, radio off. • The connection progress messages. Wireless Manager Status Screen To view the Status screen either start Wireless Manager select Start Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless... Manager or select your GSM connection, including icons representing: • Receive signal strength. • GPRS/EDGE ...
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...menu. Wireless LAN Connection Status The right side of the GC89 connection. You may not correspond to the accurate billing information maintained by your billing intervals. The menu displays all the connections you have defined, so you to correspond with your network operator. 52 Wireless Manager .... The button allows you to clear the counters. Usage Statistics Select View Usage. Connection To connect, cancel or disconnect a GPRS/EDGE or CSD data session use the Connect/Disconnect drop down menu, changes its appearance depending on page 14. Note: Statistics display is...
...menu. Wireless LAN Connection Status The right side of the GC89 connection. You may not correspond to the accurate billing information maintained by your billing intervals. The menu displays all the connections you have defined, so you to correspond with your network operator. 52 Wireless Manager .... The button allows you to clear the counters. Usage Statistics Select View Usage. Connection To connect, cancel or disconnect a GPRS/EDGE or CSD data session use the Connect/Disconnect drop down menu, changes its appearance depending on page 14. Note: Statistics display is...
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... Phone Lock code correctly, your network operator for details. The Wireless Manager opens, displaying the Status screen. The Wireless Manager Icon is only necessary to enter the PIN and/or code once during a PC session. If you fail to enter the SIM PIN correctly,... Wireless Manager select Start Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager or select your SIM Card PIN and/or Phone Lock code, click OK. The current signal strength and EDGE/GPRS availability are displayed on page 25, for the Wireless Manager application to view the current status of the GC89. However, the Wireless LAN ...
... Phone Lock code correctly, your network operator for details. The Wireless Manager opens, displaying the Status screen. The Wireless Manager Icon is only necessary to enter the PIN and/or code once during a PC session. If you fail to enter the SIM PIN correctly,... Wireless Manager select Start Programs Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager or select your SIM Card PIN and/or Phone Lock code, click OK. The current signal strength and EDGE/GPRS availability are displayed on page 25, for the Wireless Manager application to view the current status of the GC89. However, the Wireless LAN ...
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.... If the Connect button is available, your mobile operator has configured the Wireless Manager to search for the GC89 card to be used , provided these are supported by the subscription. Wireless Manager is not available. If you disconnect, the signal meter returns to ...wireless LAN radio transmitter is enabled, but there is green indicates the signal strength. GSM/GPRS Icons GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio is indicated as below when connected. EDGE The GC89 has GSM and EDGE service. Wireless LAN Icons Wireless LAN radio is no GSM or GPRS/EDGE service available. The GSM/GPRS/EDGE...
.... If the Connect button is available, your mobile operator has configured the Wireless Manager to search for the GC89 card to be used , provided these are supported by the subscription. Wireless Manager is not available. If you disconnect, the signal meter returns to ...wireless LAN radio transmitter is enabled, but there is green indicates the signal strength. GSM/GPRS Icons GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio is indicated as below when connected. EDGE The GC89 has GSM and EDGE service. Wireless LAN Icons Wireless LAN radio is no GSM or GPRS/EDGE service available. The GSM/GPRS/EDGE...
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.... Disconnected Windows® Local Area Connection. See Windows® Log on Using GSM/GPRS Dial-up or GSM/GPRS/EDGE, and wireless LAN connections. The GC89 GSM/GPRS/EDGE menu is dynamic. number of the following icons to see certain properties and also to display information about the network connection...if your mouse over the icon or double click it to stop / remove the card. These icons allow you to edit your PC and in the Wireless Manager File menu. PC Card icon. The GC89 GSM/GPRS/EDGE menu options are disabled, depending on the current state of the GSM/GPRS radio ...
.... Disconnected Windows® Local Area Connection. See Windows® Log on Using GSM/GPRS Dial-up or GSM/GPRS/EDGE, and wireless LAN connections. The GC89 GSM/GPRS/EDGE menu is dynamic. number of the following icons to see certain properties and also to display information about the network connection...if your mouse over the icon or double click it to stop / remove the card. These icons allow you to edit your PC and in the Wireless Manager File menu. PC Card icon. The GC89 GSM/GPRS/EDGE menu options are disabled, depending on the current state of the GSM/GPRS radio ...
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... power startup and shutdown choices are disabled. 58 Start Using Wireless Manager Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences You can use . When enabled, the Windows® driver turns the radio transmitter on when the card is inserted and leaves it enabled even when the card is not in the Preferences... When you to activate this...
... power startup and shutdown choices are disabled. 58 Start Using Wireless Manager Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences You can use . When enabled, the Windows® driver turns the radio transmitter on when the card is inserted and leaves it enabled even when the card is not in the Preferences... When you to activate this...
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...PC is turned on . Radio Off indicates that you if the radio transmitter should be able to use this tab to enable reception of the GC89. Turns the radio off . When the Wireless... the network, connections can use the Wireless LAN capabilities of specific message classes from automatically turning on . This is turned off and resets the card. if the radio is also called ...Turn Radio Off Reset card Leave Radio As Is When the Wireless Manager is registered to set a validity period for example: 000, 034, 076. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences on mode it...
...PC is turned on . Radio Off indicates that you if the radio transmitter should be able to use this tab to enable reception of the GC89. Turns the radio off . When the Wireless... the network, connections can use the Wireless LAN capabilities of specific message classes from automatically turning on . This is turned off and resets the card. if the radio is also called ...Turn Radio Off Reset card Leave Radio As Is When the Wireless Manager is registered to set a validity period for example: 000, 034, 076. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS/EDGE Preferences on mode it...
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... displayed. See Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 18 for sending SMSs. Wireless Manager Telephony Settings Screen 69 The Wireless Configuration Utility is no equivalent function to restrict GPRS/EDGE connections. SMS Bearer Specify the connection method that is to CSD Data calls. Wireless 802.11 To configure, monitor and control your GC89 wireless connections, click Telephony Setting...
... displayed. See Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 18 for sending SMSs. Wireless Manager Telephony Settings Screen 69 The Wireless Configuration Utility is no equivalent function to restrict GPRS/EDGE connections. SMS Bearer Specify the connection method that is to CSD Data calls. Wireless 802.11 To configure, monitor and control your GC89 wireless connections, click Telephony Setting...