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Cirond PocketWinC

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Save Available Networks... (submenu)


Name:

Name of the file you wish to use.

Folder:

Name of the folder you wish to store the file in.

Type:

The format of the file. Currently only supports the TXT format.

Location:

Whether or not you wish to use Main Memory, iPAQ File store, or Storage Card)


On the TOOLS Menu, you have the following options:


View IP Properties

--- which I rely on heavily, this page alone has allowed me to assist other users in isolating and fixing their WiFi related problems!.

Ping

--- this option will present the Ping screen (see below).

Trace Route

--- this option presents the Trace Route screen (see below).

Release IP Address

--- releases your DHCP IP Address assignment.

Renew IP Address

--- renews your IP Address with your DHCP Server.

Check Email

---Brings up your default E-mail client.

Web Browser

---Does nothing more than bring up Cirond's website in PIE.


All the info you ever really needed to know to Diagnose:


View IP Properties

--- The items shown on this screen are all important (note: only the upper 2/3 is shown on this screenshot).
They are:

Adapter Name:

Shows your WiFi Adapter name.

MAC Address:

Shows your WiFi Adapter MAC Address.

Address Type:

Is either DHCP or Manually Assigned.

IP Address:

Manual or IP Address assigned by DHCP Server.

Subnet Mask:

Is usually 255.255.255.0.

Default Gateway:

Should point to your Router's IP Address.


DHCP Server:

This should reference your Router IP Address.

Lease Obtained:

This should show today's date & time

Lease Expires:

This should show tomorrow's date.


WINS Servers:

Usually this is blank.


DNS Servers:

This should show the IP Address in your Router.

Host Name:

This should be blank or the last Host you used.

Domain Name:

This should be blank or the last domain you used.


A GREAT PING UTILITY BUILT RIGHT-IN!

The options that are available on this screen are:
· Input an Address: User adds an IP or MachineName they wish to Ping to.
· A Default Internet Address: This ping's Cirond's website.
· Default Gateway: Pings the IP address in the Default Gateway entry.
· Current IP Address: Pings the IP Address currently assigned your iPAQ.
· Local Host: Pings the IP Address for the Local Host (this is usually 127.0.0.1)


AND AN EVEN BETTER TRACE-ROUTE UTILITY!

The options that are available on this screen are:
· Input an Address: User adds an IP or machinename they wish to Trace a Route to.
· A Default Internet Address: This performs a Trace-Route to Cirond's website.
· Default Gateway: Performs a Trace-Route to the IP address listed in the Default Gateway entry.
· Current IP Address: Performs a Trace-Route to the IP Address currently assigned your iPAQ.
· Local Host: Performs a Trace-Route to the IP Address of the Local Host (this is usually 127.0.0.1)

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You can still DOWNLOAD THE 30 DAY TRIAL HERE:

http://www.download.com/PocketWinc/3000-2178_4-10383474.html

I may be wrong but it looks like the trial version is accessible via CNET.

http://cnet.search.com/search?chkpt=astg.cnet.fd.search.cnet&q=PocketWinC&tag=srch

Sorry GeekNJ, but you're not blind. They have apparently removed the free-trial version of the software. In a conversation with the one of the executives, it turns out a lot of people were hacking the trial-version, so my guess is that they got rid of it entirely, but to make the leap more bearable, they also dropped the price by MORE than half...
Maybe I'm blind (definitely possible) but I don't see where you can download the program to try for 30 days. Can someone reference the URL to download it or the page that has the download link on it. Thanks!!
Thanks for the Update Bulldog! We have updated the review to include this new pricing information!

Folks, if you haven't purchased a copy yet because you thought the original price too high, now there is NO reason not to buy!

If you run through the entire trial period and find yourself agreeing that this is a great program, you should really buy a copy!

NOTE: If you are in need of a utility that supports WPA-PSK/TKIP, you might want to hold off and read an upcoming review I am working on for another product.
Went to PocketWinC web site and they have it for sale at $9.95 right now, bought mine for that!
Hey - this is such great info - I keep seeing people refer to this product. It's SO great to see it reviewed like this . THANKS !!!!
I'll be doing a review of another product that does support WPA-PSK/TKIP shortly. I think everyone will be really impressed with their GUI.
Nice review. Look like a good program. I use WiFiFoFum, though not as extensive of a program as this but it's free and get my job done.

http://www.aspecto-software.com/WiFiFoFum/
Sadly, my router is not WPA capable, so I was unable to test that aspect. However, you are correct that it should have been posted as an item under the CON category.

For what it is worth, I am having some problems with WEP of late, and in working with the VP of Marketing on this topic, they admitted to the lack of WPA coverage. However, he indicated that they are working hard at implementing WPA for their next release...
I have tested the software but was quite disappointed, that it does not support WPA key, which is already standard for WLAN. That's a clear 'con'! R!
Elrendhel, your input and time is much appreciated. Thanks to people like you whose advice and comments make understanding these gadgets a little easier.
Well, there are some differences that appear during a comparison:
1.) The Canary is instant-on, whereas PocketWinc loads on your PPC (takes as long to load as your PPC takes to wake-up).
2.) The Canary is a separate unit & requires batteries, PocketWinc is loaded on your existing PPC and doesn't require more battery power than you are already using for WiFi.
3.) The Canary has a monochrome non-backlit LCD, PocketWinc uses your PPC screen in multiple colors (and backlit if your PPC has backlighting capabilities).
4.) Both offer Network ID, Signal Strength (although PocketWinc can measured in dBm or in a percentage format), Encryption Status, and Channel.
5.) PocketWinc will also REMEMBER all of the WEP keys for various Routers/APs that you program it with.
6.) Lastly, PocketWinc also provides the following data when connected to a Router/AP:
a.) Adapter name,
b.) MAC Address (of the PPC and Router),
c.) Address Type (DHCP/Dynamic or Manual/Static)
d.) IP Address,
e.) Subnet Mask,
f.) Default Gateway,
g.) DHCP Server,
h.) Lease (obtained-date and Expiration date).
i.) WINS Servers,
j.) DNS Servers,
k.) Host Name (if any)
l.) Domain Name (if any).

Additionally, PocketWinc can detect Internet Access capabilities of the Router/AP (about 50% accurate), and connection mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc).
Thanks for the review. Any thoughts on the Canary Wireless product compared to this one? Thanks
Thank you all! It was a real joy writing the review, as I really believe in this product.

BLACKSPOT - If you simply download the most recent version available on their website and install it on your Host PC, the next time you synchronize with your PC it will download and install the necessary files on your PocketPC.
Great review. I have been using this for a long time. It's excellent.
How can you upgrade though? My build is 980.
Thanks Elrendhel...This was a huge amount of work and was very informative!
Great review elrendhel!
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