PPD-ARS42SB802.11b/g/n WLAN + Bluetooth Combo module

Atheros 802.11n Adapter Model ARS42-SB March, 2011 © 2000–2009 by Atheros Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Atheros ® , Atheros Driven ® , Atheros XR ® , Driving the Wireless Future ® , ROCm ® , Super AG ® , Super G ® , Total 802.11n ® , and Wake on Wireless ® are registered by Atheros Communications, Inc. Atheros SST™, Signal-Sustain Technology™, the Air is Cleaner at 5-GHz™, XSPAN™, Wireless Future. Unleashed Now.™, and 5-UP™ are trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. The Atheros logo is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Notice The information in this document has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. Nonetheless, this document is subject to change without notice, and Atheros Communications, Inc. 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Atheros Communications, Inc. • 3 COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL May 2011 Document Conventions Text Conventions bold Bold type within paragraph text indicates commands, file names, directory names, paths, output, or returned values. Example: The DK_Client package will not function unless you use the wdreg_install batch file. italic Within commands, italics indicate a variable that the user must specify. Example: mem_alloc size_in_bytes Titles of manuals or other published documents are also set in italics. Courier The Courier font indicates output or display. Example: Error:Unable to allocate memory for transfer! Menu The Menu character tag is used for menu items. Example: Choose Edit > Copy. [ ] Within commands, items enclosed in square brackets are optional parameters or values that the user can choose to specify or omit. { } Within commands, items enclosed in braces are options from which the user must choose. | Within commands, the vertical bar separates options. ... 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COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Revision History Revision Description of Changes March 20011 Initial Release Atheros Communications, Inc. • 5 COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL May 2011 Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................... 7 System Requirements ........................................................................................ 7 Profile Management ................................................................................................. 7 Create or Modify a Configuration Profile ....................................................... 7 Remove a Configuration Profile ....................................................................... 8 Auto Profile Selection Management ....................................................................... 8 Switching to a Different Configuration Profile ..................................................... 9 Import and Export Profiles ....................................................................................... 9 Importing a Profile ..................................................................................................... 9 Exporting a Profile ..................................................................................................... 9 TCP/IP Configuration .............................................................................................. 9 Configuring the TCP/IP Address for the network device: .................................... 9 General Tab .............................................................................................................. 10 Advanced Tab .......................................................................................................... 10 Security Tab ............................................................................................................. 11 Using EAP-TLS Security ............................................…

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Page 1 of 8 Atheros Modular Certification Instructions to OEM Integrators FCC ID: PPD-ARS42SB May, 2011 Page 2 of 8 © 2000–2009 by Atheros Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Atheros ®, Atheros Driven®, Atheros XR®, Driving the Wireless Future®, ROCm®, Super AG®, Super G®, Total 802.11n®, and Wake on Wireless ® are registered by Atheros Communications, Inc. Atheros SST™, Signal-Sustain Technology™, the Air is Cleaner at 5-GHz™, XSPAN™, Wireless Future. Unleashed Now.™, and 5-UP™ are trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. The Atheros logo is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Notice The information in this document has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. Nonetheless, this document is subject to change without notice, and Atheros Communications, Inc. (Atheros) assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, and makes no commitment to update or to keep current the contained information, or to notify a person or organization of any updates. Atheros reserves the right to make changes, at any time, in order to improve reliability, function or design and to attempt to supply the best product possible. Atheros does not represent that products described herein are free from patent infringement or from any other third party right. No part of this document may be reproduced, adapted or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, except as expressly set forth in a written agreement signed by Atheros. Atheros or its affiliates may have patents or pending patent applications, trademarks, copyrights, maskwork rights or other intellectual property rights that apply to the ideas, material and information expressed herein. No license to such rights is provided except as expressly set forth in a written agreement signed by Atheros. ATHEROS MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THE CONTENT OF THIS DOCUMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL ATHEROS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL SPECULATORY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN PARTICULAR, ATHEROS SHALL NOT HAVE LIABILITY FOR ANY HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, OR DATA TRANSMITTED OR OTHERWISE USED WITH THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING THE COSTS OF REPAIRING, REPLACING, INTEGRATING, INSTALLING OR RECOVERING SUCH HARDWARE, SOFTWARE OR DATA. ATHEROS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AS THEY MIGHT OTHERWISE APPLY TO THIS DOCUMENT AND TO THE IDEAS, MATERIAL AND INFORMATION EXPRESSED HEREIN. Page 3 of 8 Revision History Revision Revision Description of Changes May 2011 Initial release Introduction This document describes mandatory steps required by the OEM integrator when designing and manufacturing any host PC system utilizing this Atheros radio module. Also refer to the Atheros Regulatory Compliance Guide available on the Atheros customer support site and from the Atheros customer support contact person. This document lists the mandatory responsibilities and actions of the OEM integrator. Failure to comply with all requirements and conditions in this document may result in non-compliance of the host PC with FCC rules and invalidate the Atheros FCC certification for the module. This guide applies to this Client modules that act under control of an Access Point. Page 4 of 8 Max. average output power at antenna terminal Mode 802.11b Channel Frequency (MHz) Chain 0 1 2412 18.2 6 2437 18.0 11 2462 18.0 Mode 802.11g Channel Frequency (MHz) Chain 0 1 2412 10.5 6 2437 17.9 11 2462 12.4 Mode 802.11n HT20 Channel Frequency (MHz) Chain 0 1 2412 9.8 6 2437 17.9 11 2462 11.7 Allowed Antennas to be used with the Radio Module The Integrator must request from Atheros sales or regulatory contact person the current list of allowable antennas for use with the specific radio module. This information is not available on the public FCC database but will be provided by Atheros. Atheros will provide a table of antenna type(s) models, cable lengths, and peak gain in each band. Generally, the list will include Omni-directional Inverted-F (PIFA) and stamped metal/film antennas for use inside laptops. In some cases, dipole antenna types may be included in the available list. Peak gain including cable losses are quoted in the table provided by Atheros. Use of any of the antennas in the list (identical or equivalent antenna with lower gain, dimensions and cable lengths) is acceptable in the host device, without any further FCC testing or submission. However, use of an antenna that is higher gain than those on the list or is a Different Type, requires additional testing and submission to the FCC. Therefore, antennas with higher gain or different type than specified by Atheros may not be used with the Atheros module until new testing and reporting is completed. You must contact the Atheros Regulatory Group to report any higher gain or new antenna type to be used with the module. Antenna Placement This 1x1 802.11 b/g/n with Bluetooth combo module has been certified by FCC as single module approval with the following restrictions: Page 5 of 8  The most conservative antenna-to-user separation distance shall be greater than 3 cm to end user or near-by person. 2 cm physical separation distance is measured by positioning the display section of notebook/Netbook/Laptop computers perpendicular to the keyboard section. Measure the distance from the nearest point of antenna to the bottom of host.  When antenna is installed in the typical notebook/Netbook/laptop computer platform, the antenna cable shall be positioned away from antenna elements to conform to configuration tested for compliance.  When the antennas are installed in the display section of notebook/Netbook/Laptop computer platform, the display section shall not have metallic …

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Date: March 21, 2011 We, Atheros Communications, Inc., declare the device of FCC ID: PPD-ARS42SB, doesn't have ad hoc function on "non-US frequencies"; in non-associated mode, that software and associated drivers will not initiate any transmission on DFS frequencies and the device does not support radar detection capability. This includes transmissions for beacon ad-hoc peer-to-peer modes. The product operates in 2.4-2.4835GHz band only. Should you have any questions or comments regarding this matter, please have my best attention. Sincerely yours, Contact Person: Michael Green Tel: (408) 773-5200 Fax: (408) 773-9940 E-Mail: [email protected]

Date: March 20, 2011 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Evaluation Division Confidentiality Request regarding application for certification of FCC ID: PPD-ARS42 SB Pu rsuant to Sections 0.457 and 0.459 of the Commission’s Rules, we hereby request confidential treatment of information accompanying this application as outlined below: Schematics Blo ck Diagram Parts List Operation Description Antenna Datasheets The above materials contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. The public disclosure of these materials may be harmful to the applicant and provide unjustified benefits to its competitors. The applicant understands that pursuant to Section 0.457 of the Rules, disclosure of this application and all accompanying documentation will not be made before the date of the Grant for this application. Sincerely, ________________________ Michael Green/Manager, Global Compliance Atheros Communications Inc.

Date: March 20, 2011 Power of Attorney To whom it may concern, Please be notified that I, Michael Green, have designated Roy Wu in Sporton International Inc. as the person being responsible for this project and to sign the form 731 and other documentation. Any and all acts carried out by Roy Wu in Sporton International Inc., on the matters of relating to all p rocesses required i n th e FCC approval and any co mmunication needed w ith th e n ational authority, shall have the same legal authority as acts on our own behalf. We further certifies that neither the applicant nor any party to this application, as defined in 47 CFR Ch. 1.2002 (b), is subject to a denial to Federal benefits, that include FCC benefits, pursuant to section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1998, 21 U.S.C. 835(a). This authorization is limited to the product of as following: FCC ID: PPD-ARS42 SB If you have any ac knowledgement a nd response, please send it to Sporton I nternational Inc. directly. Should you have any questions or comments regarding this matter, please have my best attention. Sincerely yours, Contact Person: Michael Green TEL: (408) 773-5200 FAX: (408) 773-9940 E-mail: [email protected]

1/1 Date: March 20, 2011 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Evaluation Division RE : Certification Application FCC ID : PPD-ARS42 SB To Wh om It May Concern, Pursuant to secti ons 0.45 7 and 0. 459 of C FR 47 a nd t o avoid pr emature release of sensit ive in formation prior to marketing or release of the product to the public, the applicant requests the following documents contained in this certification application be temporarily withheld from public disclosure for an initial period of 180 days:  External Photos  Internal Photos  Test Setup Photos  User Manual  Modular OEM Installation Instruction The application contains technical information, which Atheros Communications, Inc. deems to be trade secrets and proprietary. If made public, the information might be used to the disadvantage of the applicant in the market place. The A pplicant under stands tha t purs uant to Rule 0.457, di sclosure of thi s A pplication an d al l acc ompanying documentation will not be made before the date of the Grant for this application Sincerely, Michael Green/Manager, Global Compliance Atheros Communications Inc.

Applicant/Grantee Atheros Communications Inc. FCC ID: PPD- ARS42, PPD-ARS42SB Section 15.212 Modular Transmitters Request for Modular Approval Request for Limited Modular Approval Requirements EUT Conditions Comply (Y/N) Single Modular Approval Requirements 1 The radio elements of the modular transmitter must have their own shielding. The physical crystal and tuning capacitors may be located external to the shielded radio elements. Device is equipped with Metal shielding to cover RF section. Refer to external photos Y 2 The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs (if such inputs are provided) to ensure that the module will comply with Part 15 requirements under conditions of excessive data rates or over-modulation. All inputs to the modules are buffered through logic or microprocessor inputs. Y 3 The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation. The transmitter has its own power supply regulator. Y 4 The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of Sections 15.203, 15.204(b) and 15.204(c). The antenna must either be permanently attached or employ a “unique” antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the antenna, including the cable). The “professional installation” provision of Section 15.203 is not applicable to modules but can apply to limited modular approvals under paragraph (b) of this section. Device is equipped with unique antenna ( u.FL(v)- LP-040) connector. Refer to external photos Y 5 The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration, i.e., the module must not be inside another device during testing for compliance with Part 15 requirements. Unless the transmitter module will be battery powered, it must comply with the AC line conducted requirements found in Section 15.207. AC or DC power lines and data input/output lines connected to the module must not contain ferrites, unless they will be marketed with the module (see Section 15.27(a)). The length of these lines shall be the length typical of actual use or, if that length is unknown, at least 10 centimeters to insure that there is no coupling between Device was tested outside the laptop for modular approval. Refer to setup photos. Y the case of the module and supporting equipment. Any accessories, peripherals, or support equipment connected to the module during testing shall be unmodified and commercially available (see Section 15.31(i)). 6 The modular transmitter must be equipped with either a permanently affixed label or must be capable of electronically displaying its FCC identification number. (A) If using a permanently affixed label, the modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC identification number, and, if the FCC identification number is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: XYZMODEL1” or “Contains FCC ID: XYZMODEL1.” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The Grantee may either provide such a label, an example of which must be included in the application for equipment authorization, or, must provide adequate instructions along with the module which explain this requirement. In the latter case, a copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. (B) If the modular transmitter uses an electronic display of the FCC identification number, the information must be readily accessible and visible on the modular transmitter or on the device in which it is installed. If the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains FCC certified transmitter module(s).” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The user manual must include instructions on how to access the electronic display. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. Two proposed FCC ID label format are included in the filing. One label is to be placed on the module and the other label is to be placed on the outside of system. Refer to FCC ID label format and location file. Y 7 The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rules or operating requirements that ordinarily apply to a complete transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions along with the module to explain any such requirements. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment Refer to “User’s Guide” Exhibit Y authorization. 8 The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements in its final configuration. Transmitter tested compliance for modular SAR. Refer to SAR test report. Y A limited modular approval may be granted for single or split modular transmitters that do not comply with all of the above requirements, e.g., shielding, minimum signaling amplitude, buffered modulation/data inputs, or power supply regulation, if the manufacturer can demonstrate by alternative means in the application for equipment authorization that the modular transmitter meets all the applicable Part 15 requirements under the operating conditions in which the transmitter will be used. Limited modular approval also may be granted in those instances where compliance with RF exposure rules is demonstrated only for particular product configurations. The applicant for certification must state how control of the end product into which the module will be installed will be maintained such that full compliance of the end product is always ensured.

Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 1 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 2 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB 720510 Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 3 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB

Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 4 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB 720510 Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 5 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB EBJ Aux. Antenna Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 6 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB Photographs of EUT Report No.: EP121516-01 Brand Name: Atheros / Model Name: ARS42-SB SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 7 of 7 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 07, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB

SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 1 of 30 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 21, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB FCC/IC SAR Test Report Report No. : FA121516-01 Variant FCC/IC SAR Test Report APPLICANT : Atheros Communications, Inc. EQUIPMENT : 802.11b/g/n WLAN + Bluetooth Combo module BRAND NAME : Atheros MODEL NAME : ARS42-SB FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB STANDARD : IC RSS-102 Issue 4 (2010) FCC 47 CFR Part 2 (2.1093) IEEE C95.1-1991 IEEE 1528-2003 FCC OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C (Edition 01-01) The product was received on Feb. 15, 2011 and completely tested on Mar. 30, 2011. We, SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC., would like to declare that the tested sample has been evaluated in accordance with the procedures and shown the compliance with the applicable technical standards. The test results in this report apply exclusively to the tested model / sample. Without written approval of SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC., the test report shall not be reproduced except in full. Reviewed by: Roy Wu / Manager SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. No. 52, Hwa Ya 1 st Rd., Hwa Ya Technology Park, Kwei-Shan Hsiang, Tao Yuan Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C. SPORTON INTERNATIONAL INC. Page Number : 2 of 30 TEL : 886-3-327-3456 Report Issued Date : Apr. 21, 2011 FAX : 886-3-328-4978 Report Version : Rev. 01 FCC ID : PPD-ARS42SB IC : 4104A-ARS42SB FCC/IC SAR Test Report Report No. : FA121516-01 Table of Contents Revision History ................................................................................................................................................................ 3 1. Statement of Compliance .......................................................................................................................................... 4 2. Administration Data ................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.1 Testing Laboratory ............................................................................................................................................ 5 2.2 Applicant ........................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.3 Manufacturer .................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.4 Application Details ............................................................................................................................................ 5 3. General Information ................................................................................................................................................... 6 3.1 Description of Device Under Test (DUT) ........................................................................................................... 6 3.2 Product Photos ................................................................................................................................................. 6 3.3 Applied Standards ............................................................................................................................................ 6 3.4 Device Category and SAR Limits ..................................................................................................................... 7 3.5 Test Conditions ................................................................................................................................................. 7 3.5.1 Ambient Condition .................................................................................................................................. 7 3.5.2 Test Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 7 4. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) ................................................................................................................................ 8 4.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 8 4.2 SAR Definition .................................................................................................................................................. 8 5. SAR Measurement System ........................................................................................................................................ 9 5.1 E-Field Probe...................................................................................................................................................10 5.1.1 E-Field Probe Specification ...................................................................................................................10 5.1.2 E-Field Probe Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 11 5.2 Data Acquisition Electronics (DAE) .................................................................................................................. 11 5.3 Robot ............................................................................................................................................................... 11 5.4 Measurement Server .......................................................................................................................................12 5.5 Phantom ..........................................................................................................................................................13 5.6 Device Holder ..................................................................................................................................................14 5.7 Data Storage and Evaluation .................................…

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Test Laboratory: Sporton International Inc. SAR/HAC Testing Lab Date: 2011/3/30 System Check_Body_2450MHz_110330 DUT: Dipole 2450 MHz Communication System: CW; Frequency: 2450 MHz;Duty Cycle: 1:1 Med…

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