AOpen AOI-821 User Manual

IEEE 802.11g

Pen Size Wireless

USB 2.0 Adapter

User’s Guide

Regulatory notes and statements
Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use

Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices.
The energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the
electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile
phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use frequency safety standards and
recommendations. The use of Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some
situations or environments for example:

·On board of airplanes, or

·In an explosive environment, or

·In case the interference risk to other devices or services is perceived or identified
as harmful

In case the policy regarding the use of Wireless LAN devices in specific
organizations or environments (e.g. airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial
plants, private buildings etc.) is not clear, please ask for authorization to use these
devices prior to operating the equipment.

Regulatory Information/disclaimers

Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with
the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any
changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The
Manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of this device, of the substitution or attachment.
Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for
any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply
with these guidelines.

USA-FCC (Federal Communications Commission) statement

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of this device.

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement

This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65
and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091,

2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices.

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The radiated output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio
frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner
that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

When nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance, in order to
comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the
distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm.

FCC 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 the 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. If not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

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

Export restrictions

This product or software contains encryption code that may not be exported or
transferred from the US of Canada without an approved US Department of
Commerce export license.

Safety Information

Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends
out radio frequency (RF) signal.

CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between
the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC
regulations.

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The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a

Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are
considered relevant and sufficient.

Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article

3.1b

Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489­17 and EN 55024 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.

Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2

Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. These
are considered relevant and sufficient.

CE in which Countries where the product may be used freely:

Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Portugal, Greece, Ireland,
Denmark, Luxembourg, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland.

France: except the channel 10 through 13, law prohibits the use of other channels.

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TABLE OF CONTENT

Introduction ................................................................................................ 1

Overview of this User’s Guide................................................................. 1

Unpacking and Setup.................................................................................. 2

Unpacking ................................................................................................ 2

Setup......................................................................................................... 2

Connecting the USB Extension Cable...................................................... 2

Hardware Installation ................................................................................. 3

LED Indicator........................................................................................... 3

Check the installation............................................................................... 3

Software Installation................................................................................... 4

Windows 98se/ME/2000/XP Utility and Driver Installation................... 4

Wireless Utility Setting............................................................................ 6

Technical Specifications........................................................................... 16

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of this IEEE 802.11g Pen Size Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter.

This manual helps to get familiar with the Pen Size Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. This
manual contains detailed instructions in operation of this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.

With a Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11g) USB 2.0 Adapter, a desktop or laptop
computer can communicate with another computer in a wireless way. Easy-to-use
utilities are bundled with Wireless USB Adapter for configuration, monitoring, and
diagnosis purposes.

Pen Size Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter can wirelessly transmit and receive data,
minimizing the need for wired connections, at a speed of up to fifty-four megabit
per second.

Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter provides users with an access to real-time information
anywhere in their organization. The mobility provides productivity and service,
which are not available under wired networks. The Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
configuration is easy to change from peer-to-peer networks, suitable for a small
number of users, to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allow
roaming around a broad area.

Overview of this User’s Guide

Introduction. Describes the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and its features.
Unpacking and Setup. Helps you get started with the basic installation of the

Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.

Hardware Installation. Describes the LED indicators of the Adapter.
Software Installation. Tells how to setup the driver and the utility setting.
Technical Specifications. Lists the technical (general, physical and environmental)

specifications of the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.

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UNPACKING AND SETUP

This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter.

Unpacking

Open the box of the Pen Size Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and carefully unpack it.
The box should contain the following items:

 One 802.11g Pen Size Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter
 One Driver & Utility CD-ROM
 One A-type USB male to female extension cable

If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for
replacement.

Setup

The setup of the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter can be performed using the following
steps:

 Visually inspect the USB connector and make sure that it is fully plugged in to

the system’s USB port.

 Make sure that there is a well environment that there is no much intrusion to

have a better connection.

Connecting the USB Extension Cable

The USB extension cable that comes with the Adapter has Type A connectors on
both ends. One is a male Type A connector that plugs into the PC’s USB port, and
the other is a female Type A connector that plugs into the Adapter.

This USB extension cable have a special function, it can be twist to any direction to
have the best connection in the air. It is recommended that the Pen Size Wireless
USB Adapter was vertically plane with the ground.

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