Airlink101 AWLL3026 User Manual

802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter
Model # AWLL3026

User’s Manual

Ver. 1A

Table of Contents

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INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................4

1.1 Features................... ................................................................................ ......................4

1.2 Package Contents............................................. ..............................................................4

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INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ..............................................................................5

2.1 Install Uti lity Softwa re ........................................................ ..........................................5

2.2 Install Driv er .................................................................................................................8

CONFIGURING USB ADAPTER AS A WIRELESS CLIENT ....................................... 10

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3.1 Configuring Gen eral Sett ings .......................................................................................13

3.2 Configuring Encry ption Secu rity.................................................................................. 14

3.3 Configuring P rofile.......................................... ............................................................ 17

3.4 Advanced Settings................................................................................... ....................18

3.5 Information ..... ............................................................................... ..............................1 9

4. CONFIGURING USB ADAPTER AS AN ACCESS POINT........................................... 20

4.1 Configuring Ac cess Poin t..................................................... ........................................ 20

4.2 Configuring Encry ption Secu rity.................................................................................. 22

4.3 Configuring MAC Address Fi lter ................................................................................. 23

5. APPENDIX ....................................................................................................... 24

5.1 Specificatio ns ..............................................................................................................24

5.2 Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................25

Technical Support ........... ............................................................................... ....................27

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Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourag ed to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.

FCC Caution

This equipment must be installed and operat ed in accordance with provided
instructions and a minimum 5 cm spacing must be provided betw een computer
mounted antenna and person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet)
during wireless modes of operation.

This device complies wit h Part 15 of t he FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, inc luding interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the authority to operate equipment.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shal l not be less than 20cm (8 i nches)
during normal operation.

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1. Introduction

The 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter (hereafter called USB adapter), compliant with IEEE

802.11b/g, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home, in
office, or in public places. This USB adapter connects directly to any USB-ready
desktop/notebook computers, so that you can share files, printers, and high-speed
access to the Internet over your existing wireless network easily, without
disassembling your computer.

The USB adapter has a data rate of up to 54Mbps, and can auto-negotiate to 54, 48,
36, 24, 18, 12, 11, 9, 6, 5.5, 2, 1Mbps to be compatible with any IEEE 802.11b/g
device.

The USB adapter is compatible with Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP and can be used in
either Ad-hoc mode (computer-to-computer, without a wireless router) or

Infrastructure mode (computer-to-wireless router, a wireless router is required).

1.1 Features

‧ With the IEEE 802.11g 2.4GHz (OFDM) standard
‧ High data transfer rate - up to 54Mbps
‧ Supports 64/128/256-bit WEP and WPA data encryption security
‧ Supports peer-to-peer communication among any wireless users, no Access Point

required

‧ Automatic fallback increases data security and reliability
‧ Supports the most popular operating systems: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP
‧ Portable and mini-size d esign
‧ Suitable for any IBM-compatible notebook or desktop PC

1.2 Package Contents

Before you begin the installation, please check the items of your package. The
package s h o uld include th e f ollowing item s :

‧ One Wireless USB Adapter
‧ One USB Extension Cable
‧ One Quick Installation Guide
‧ One Driver & Utility CD (with User’s Manual)

If any of the above items is missing, contact your supplier as soon as possible.

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2. Installation Procedures

2.1 Install Utility Software

Note: Before installing the utility software, DO NOT insert the USB adapter into your

computer. If the adapter is inserted already, Windows will detect th e adapter and
request for a driver. Click Cancel to quit the wizard and remove the adapter from your
computer.

Step 1 Insert the provided Driver and Utility CD into your CD drive.
Step 2 Click Install Driver and Utility from the Setup menu.

Note: If the Setup menu does not appear automatically, go to Start, Run, type
D:\autorun.exe (where D is the letter of your CD drive) and click OK.

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Step 3 Click Next at the welcome screen.

Step 4 Click Next to accept the default destination location for the driver to be

installed in or click Browse to select the desired location.

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Step 5 For Windows XP, click Continue Anyway at the Windows Logo Compatibility

screen.

For Windows 2000, click Yes at the Digital Signature screen.

Step 6 Remove the Driver & Utility CD from your CD drive and then restart your

computer.

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2.2 Install Driver

Note: In most cases, Windows will automatically install the driver after the computer is

restarted. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the instructions below.
The Found New Hardware Wizard will look different depending on your operating
system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. For Windows
98SE and ME users, you may be prompted to insert the Windows 98SE or ME CD
during the driver installation. Be sure to have your Windows 98SE or ME CD ready.

Step 1 After the computer is restarted, insert the USB adapter into the USB port of the

computer. If there is not enough room to insert the adapter directly to the USB port,
you may use the supplied USB extension cable for more space.

Step 2 Select Install the software automati cally and click Next.

Step 3 For Windows XP, click Continue Anyway at the Windows Logo Compatibility

screen.

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For Windows 2000, click Yes at the Digital Signature screen.

For Windows 98SE or ME, insert the Windows 98SE or ME CD if prompted to do so
and click OK.

Step 4 Click Finish. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so.

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