EXERCISE 3.3 DESCRIBES THE STEPS FOR INSTALLING A PCI CARD IN A DESKTO...

5. The setup program will appear on the screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.In some cases, the installation and setup may require the computer to be restarted in order for the adapter to operate correctly. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe (Mini-PCI Express) 79

Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe (Mini-PCI Express)

Mini-PCI is a variation of the PCI standard. However, Mini-PCI was designed for laptops and other small-footprint computer systems. One common example of a Mini-PCI card is the IEEE 802.11 Mini-PCI adapter shown in Figure 3.9.f i g u r e 3 . 9 IEEE 802.11 Mini-PCI adapterMini-PCI cards are common in many applications such as Fast Ethernet networks, Blue-tooth, modems, hard drive controllers, and wireless LANs. In the wireless world, Mini-PCI cards are used in access points and client devices such as laptops or notebooks.Mini-PCI Express (Mini-PCIe) cards are a replacement for the Mini-PCI card and are based on PCI Express.Many notebook and portable computers with built-in wireless LAN will use either Mini-PCI or Mini-PCIe cards for wireless IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN connectivity.

Features of Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe Cards

Mini-PCI cards are available in three types; Type I, Type II, and Type III. Two of the three types (Type I and Type II) use a 100-pin stacking connector. Type III cards use a 124-pin edge connector. Type II cards have RJ11 and RJ45 connectors for telephone and Ethernet network connections. These cards are commonly located at the edge of the computer or docking station so that the connectors can be mounted for external access such as modem or computer network access.Mini-PCIe cards are 30mm × 56mm in length and width and have a 52-pin edge connector, consisting of two staggered rows on a 0.8mm pitch. These cards are 1.0mm thick excluding TA b L e 3 . 3 Features of Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe CardsCard Type Connectors SizeMini-PCI Type IA 100-pin stacking 7.5mm × 70mm × 45mmMini-PCI Type IB 100-pin stacking 5.5mm × 70mm × 45mmMini-PCI Type IIA 100-pin stacking, RJ11, RJ45 17.44mm × 70mm × 45mmMini-PCI Type IIB 100-pin stacking, RJ11, RJ45 5.5mm × 78mm × 45mmMini-PCI Type IIIA 124-pin edge 5mm × 59.75mm × 50.95mmMini-PCI Type IIIB 124-pin edge 5mm × 59.75mm × 44.6mmMini-PCIe 52-pin edge, two staggered rows on 0.8mm pitch 30mm × 56mm × 1mm (excluding components)Figure 3.10 shows a Mini-PCIe adapter.f i g u r e 3 .10 Intel 3945 IEEE 802.11a/b/g Mini-PCIe adapter

Installation and Configuration of Mini-PCI and

Mini-PCIe Cards

As with the PCI card installation process, Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe installation may require the user to physically install hardware in the computer. Location of the Mini-PCI or Mini-PCIe interface varies depending on the computer manufacturer. On some computers Workgroup Bridges 81you just have to remove a panel on the bottom of the notebook. On others you need to dis-assemble the case. Exercise 3.4 describes the typical installation steps.e x e r C i S e 3 . 4mini-pCi and mini-pCie installation StepsThe following steps are typical for installation of a Mini-PCI and Mini-PCIe wireless LAN card on a notebook computer. Installation steps are specific to the manufacturer, and it is recommended to follow the manufacturer’s setup instructions.