Azio AWD154B User Manual

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802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter

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AWD154B User Manual

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

1.1 Welcome…………………………………………….………………………… 2

1.2 Product Feature……………………………………………..……………… 2

1.3 Content of Package……………….………………………………..……… 2

Chapter Installation…………………………………………………..…………… 3

Chapter 3 Configuration………………………………………………………….… 6

3.1 Station Mode…….…………………………………………..……….……… 6

3.1.1

3.1.1.1 Add/Edit Profile………………………………………......…… 7

3.1.2 Network.......…………………………………………………………… 9

3.1.3 Link Status

3.1.4 Advanced……………..……….………………………..……………… 10

3.1.5 Statistics……………..……….………………………………………… 10

3.1.6 WMM….......................………........………………..……………… 11

3.1.7 WPS….......................………........………………………………… 12

3.1.8 SSO….......................………........………………….……………… 13

3.1.9 CCX….......................………........………………….……………… 13

3.2

3.2.1

3.2.2 Access Control…......………..………………..……...………..…… 15

3.2.3 MAC Table...........………..………………………......……………… 16

3.2.4 Switch to Working Station Mode..…………….………………… 16

3.3

Chapter 4 How to connect with PSP……………………………………………. 20 4

.1 Configure PSP with Ad-Hoc mode………………….………….……… 20

4.2 Configure XLink Kai………………………………………………………… 22

Chapter 5 Product Specifications………….........................………………. 23

Chapter 6 TroubleShooting………….........................……………............. 24

Chapter 7 Servic e & Warr anty.…….........................……………............. 26

Introduction……………………………………………..……………… 2

Profile

…….……........……………………………………..……..…… 7

……………………………………………….………..…... 9

AP Mode………………..…....………………………………..….………….. 14

Configuration………..…………………………..………………...…. 14

Us e Zero Configurat ion......... .............. .........….……….………….. 17

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Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Welcome

Thank you for purchasing AZiO AWD154B-802.11g wireless PCI adapter. AWD154B connects you with 802.11g networks at up to 54Mbps. And for added versatility, it can also interoperate with all network protocols: b/g/n products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots around the country. Soft AP supported by AWD154B can help you establish wireless LAN networking

with low cost. WP S (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management of Wi-Fi networks. Supports WMM for Multimedia Applications with Quality of Service in Wi-Fi® Networks. Especially supporting PS3, PSP, Nintendo DS and Wii connections with XLink Kai software will be your best choice to enjoy on-line gaming.

1.2 Product Feature

 Complies with IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b standards  Compliant with PCI 2.2 Standard  Provides up to 54Mbps transmission rate and up to 300 meters

transmission distance *Real world distances will vary due to environment

 Auto-detects and changes the network transmission rate  Provides two work modes: Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc  Supports Soft AP to establish your wireless LAN networking  supports PS3, PSP, Wii and Nintendo DS connecting with Internet and

XLink Kai to enjoy on-line gaming

 Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2 encryption methods and 802.1x

security authentication standard

 Supports Wireless Roaming function  WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management

of Wi-Fi networks.

 Supports WMM for Multimedia Applications with Quality of Service in

Wi-Fi® Networks

 Supports Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista / 7

1.3 Contents of Package

 One AWD154B  One Installation CD w/User Manual  One Quick Installation Guide

Contact your l ocal authori zed resel ler or th e st ore pu rch ased from for an y items damaged and/or missing.

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Chapter 2 Installation

NOTE:

1. Install AWD154B into your

2. Select Cancel when Found

1. For future drive updates, please visit our website at ww w.aziocorp.com

2. Snap-shot screen s of the following installation procedure are based on Windows XP. Installation procedures will be similar for other windows operating systems.

computer as following steps:

 Open your PC case and

locate an available PCI on the motherboard.

 Slide AWD154B into the PCI

slot. Make sure that all of its pins are touching the slot’s contacts. You may have to apply a bit of pressure to slide AWD154B all the way in. after it is firmly in place, secure its fastening tab to your PC’s chassis with a mounting screw. Then close your PC.

 Power on the PC.

New Hardware window appears.

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Insert Installation CD to your CD-ROM drive. Browse CD and double-click

Setup.exe

in Driver folder to execute it. The wizard will run and install all necessary files to your computer automatically.

4. C

lick

Agreement. Or click cancel the installation

to accept the

Cancel

Select

Install Driver Only

most users. But if using WinXP SP2 & olde r operati n g systems, select

Utility

then click

Ralink WLAN

for

Select

Configuration Tool

Microsoft Zero

Ralink Configuration Tool

(for advanced features) then click

a. It’s recommended to select

Ralink Configuration Tool, for older operating systems which provides it full access to all current security protocols.

b. It is recommended for most

users to use the wireless configuration tool provided by Windows XP or Vista, please select

Configuration Tool.

Microsoft Zero

Click

installation. Or click

Install

to start

Cancel

to cancel the installation

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8. Click Finish to complete the

software installation.

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Chapter 3 Configuration

If you choose to install the Ralink Configuraion Tool you will see a tray icon appear in your system tray at the bottom of the screen after the software and hardware installation has completed successfully.

The following section details use of this configuration utility and how to access it’s more advanced features. If you selected Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool or ‘Driver Only’ duri ng the installation process, you may now use your wireless ca rd like normal or if needed refer to Chapter 3.3 for instruction on how to use the Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool.

3.1 Station Mode

Station Mode is the default access mode for AWD154B. In this mode, AWD154B serves as a client to receive the wireless signals to access the Internet.

Double-click the tray icon to launch the configuration utility. Or right click the tray icon and select Launch Config Utility.

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3.1.1 Profile

Profile can keep your favorite wireless setting among your home, office, and other public hotspot. You may save multiple profiles and activate the one at your preference.



Add:



Edit:



Delete:



Activate:

to create a new profile to edit/modif y/chang e paramet er of an ex is ting profile

to delete an existing profile

to make an existing profile become active and to connect

3.1.1.1

Add/Edit Profile

a. System Configuration



Power Save Mode:

a. CAM

(Constantly Awake Mode) – AWD154B will stay power-ON as long

as the computer is connected to a power outlet.

b. PSM

(Power Saving Mode) – AWD154B will hibernate when the computer

is hibernating.

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Network Type:

a. Infrastructure b. Ad-hoc



TX Power:

– Peer-to-Peer network, no base station required.

– A wireless Rou ter and/or Access Point is required.

Amount of transmit power used by the radio t ransceiver t o send out signal. User can choose di fferent value in the drop down menu



Preamble:

Only available under Ad-hoc mode. Value can be chose from Auto, Long, or Short



Threshold:

Frame si ze whe n RT S/CTS hands hak e per for ms bef ore att empt to tr ansm it.

a. RTS Threshold: b. Fragment Threshold:

Default value = 2347

Default value = 2346

Authenti cation and Encryption



Authentication:

WPA2-PSK.



Encryption:

c. 802.1X

Open, Shared, Leap, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2 and

Algorithm us e d in BSS or IBSS, WEP, TKIP, A E S, and None

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3.1.2 Network

Under Network tab, you will know information of all surrounding wireless networks from the last scan. Click

Rescan

to update and refresh.

3.1.3 Link Status

Link status page shows detail information about the current connection.

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3.1.4 Advanced

The Advanced tab shows Advance function of UI



Enable Tx Burst:

with an Access Point that has the same technology.



Enable TCP Window Size:

Ralink’s proprietary frame burst mode. Suggest using

Check this box and the configuration utility will

adjust TCP window size automatically to get better performance.



Fast Roaming at:



Enable CCX(Cisco Compatible eXtensions):

Fast to roaming, setup by transmitting power

a. LEAP – Turn on CCKM b. Enable Radio Measurement:

channel measures every 0~2000

milliseconds

3.1.5 Statistics

Statistics tab displays the detail counter information based on 802.11 MIB counters. This page translates that MIB counters into a format easier for user to understand.

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3.1.6 WMM

 WMM Enab le: Enable Wi-Fi Multi-Media  WMM - Power Save Enable: Enable WMM Power Save  Direct Link Setup Enable: Enable DLS (Direct Link Setup). This function will

greatly improve the data transfer rate between WMM-enabled wireless devices.

a. MAC Address: Input the MAC address of another WMM-enabled wireless

device you wish to establish a direct link.

b. Timeout Value: must be between 0~65535 in integer. If the value is zero

represents it always connects. Default value of Timeout Value is 60 seconds.

c. Tear Down: If you want to remove a specific wireless device from DLS

table, select the device and click this button to remove it.

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3.1.7 WPS

WPS tab supports the configuration setup using PIN configuration method or PBC configuration method. WPS(Wi-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management of Wi-Fi networks.

 PIN: Enter the Pin code and click PIN to automatically connect AWD154B

with wireless devices around.

 PBC: Click PBC to complete auto-check and connections between AWD154B

and other wireless device.

 Renew: Click to update the Pin code.  Rescan: Update information on surrounding wireless network.  Connect: click to connect the WPS wireless network.  Disconnect: to disconnect the connected wireless network.

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3.1.8 SSO

SSO (Backup Exec for Wind ows s erv ers S A N S hared S torage Option) is a strong LAN-free backup solution.

3.1.9 CCX



Enable CCX(Cisco Compatible eXtensions):



Enable Radio Measurement:

milliseconds

channel measures every 0~1023

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3.2 AP Mode

AWD154B also can serve as an access point to tr an smit wireless signals and create wireless network, allowing other wireless clients to access the network.

Right-click the tray icon and select Switch to AP Mode.

3.2.1 Configuration

In soft AP configuration Utility page, you can make some basic configurations, such as wireless network name, mode, channel and authentication.

Click Security Setting button to make different security configurations of wireless communication, and you can choose the authentication type or encryption type.

Note:

1. The Hex characters include 0~9 numbers and a~f letters.

2. ASCII characters include any numbers/letters and characters.

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3.2.2 Access Control

Choose Access Con trol tab to start MAC con trol. Access control includes Allow All and Reject All. After editing the MAC address access list, only the MAC in the

Allow All list could access the Soft AP.

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3.2.3 MAC Table

MAC Table page shows the information of the wireless devices accessed to this soft AP.

3.2.4 Switch to Working Station mode

In the Soft AP mode, right-click the icon in the system tray and choose Switch to Station Mode, then AWD154B is switching to working station mode with an interface of working station.

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3.3 Use Zero Configuration

Windows XP and Vista has a built-in wireless network configuration utility “Windows Zero Configuration” (WZC). wireless clients from Win dow s

Start using WZC, r

ight click the tray icon and select Use Zero

Configuration as Configuration utility.

2. The windows wireless network connection will appear. Double click the

It is a built in service to configure your

wireless network icon on the system tray to check the wireless network, choose the network and click Connect to setup the association.

3. If your wireless router has been encrypted, there will be a window appeared for input the key. Please input the key and click Connect, then the connection connect.

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4. To configure the wireless connect properties, please right click the wireless icon in the system tray and choose Status to open the page Wireless Network Connection Status.

5. Click Properties button in General page and choose the tab Wireless Networks to add the SSID of available network by clicking Add, if there are several available networks, linking priority could be configured by the button

Move up and Move down. The icon shows the current linked AP. Click Properties to configure authentication of wireless connection.

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6. Advanced page configures firewall and connection sharing.

Chapter 4 How to connect with PSP

4.1 Configure PSP with Ad-Hoc mode

1. Select Network Settings on PSP

2. Select Ad-Hoc mode on PSP

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3. Select Channel on PSP

4. Select Start → Control Panel → double-click System icon → select

Hardware tab → click Device Manager button → select AWD154B (Ralink Turbo Wireless LAN Card) list in Network adapters

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5. Double-click Ralink Turbo Wireless LAN Card to configure properties → select Advanced tab → select PSP XLink Mode list in Property and choose Enable from Value drop-down menu.

4.2 Configure XLink Kai

XLink Kai is a global gaming network - bringing together XBox, Playstation, Gamecube and PSP users, in one integrated community. It is software running on your PC or Macintosh that allows you to play system-link enabled games online

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for free.

Select Start → All programs → XLink Kai Evolution VII → Start Kai Config to configure the user name, password and other parameters.

Login XLink Kai: Select Start → All programs → XLink Kai Evolution VII → Start Kai. PSP will connect with XLink Kai automatically. The following window

will indicate the connection is established well now.

Chapter 5 Product Specifications

13 Channels (Europe)

Indoors : up to 100 meters 50g

Standard IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Frequency Band 2.4GHz ~ 2.4835GHz Spread Spectrum DSSS, OFDM Modulation Method BPSK, QPSK, CCK, QAM and OFDM

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Data Rate

RF Power

Channels

Transmit distance

Roaming

Antenna Type Power Media Access Protocol

Security WPA/WPA2; 64/128-bit WEP; TKIP/AES LED Indicators Link / Activity Operating System Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista / 7

11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps 11b: 11/5.5/2/1Mbps

54Mbps : 15dBm ± 2dBm 11Mbps : 16dBm ~ 18dBm

11 Channels (USA, Canada) 14 Channels (Japan) Outdoors : up to 300 meters

Support multipoint auto roaming and configuration Support wireless network environments auto detect

Dipole Antenna (1.8dBi)

3.3V bus powered WMM

Operating Temp. 0 °C ~ 40 °C Storage Temp. -20 °C ~ 80 °C Humidity 10% ~ 95% (non-condensing) Dimension(L x W) 123mm x 40mm Weight

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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

This section provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of AWD154B. Read the descriptions below to solve your problems.

1. The AWD154B does not work properly.

Turn off computer, and reinsert AWD154B into another PCI slot. Turn on the computer. Right click on My Computer and select Manage. Select the device manager and click on the Network Adapter . Y ou will find AWD154B if it is installed successfully . If you see a yellow exclamation mark, hover over it with your mouse to see the status of AWD154B. If there is a yellow question mark, please check the following:

- Make sure that you have inserted the right adapter and installed the proper

driver.

- Uninstall the driver software from your PC’s Control Panel and device

manager. Restart your PC and repeat the hardware and software installation as specified in this User Guide.

- If AWD154B does not function after attempting the above steps, make sure

that your PC has a free IRQ (Interrupt Request). Make sure ‘Plug N Play OS’ is enabled in your mainboard’s BIOS.

2. I cannot communicate with my router / or access the internet via Wireless

Make sure that the PC to which AWD154B is associated with is powered on. Make sure that AWD154B is connected to the correct “SSID” Network and with the correct secur ity optio ns & passkey as with the other compute rs in the Wireles s Network. Kasperky and ZoneAlarm are known to have aggressive Network features. Ensure that your Internet Security software is not disabling use of your AWD154B by temporarily uninstalling your Internet Security software.

3. What should I do when the computer with AWD154B installed is unable to connec t to the wireless network and/or the Internet?

- Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are on. If not,

there may be a problem with the broadband connection.

- Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning

properly. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected.

- T ry to power down both the router and the modem, and then power it back

up after 10 seconds.

- Ensure you are not too far away from your router. Maximum indoor

distance for G networks is 150ft. For N it is 450ft. Solid surfaces and local interferences can lower these numbers.

- Check that the Network Connection for the wireless computer is configured

properly . If Security is enabled, make sure that the security passphrase is the same on both AWD154B and the access point (router)

- Some internet providers write their security passphrase underneath their

routers. Check to see if there is a sticker stating your “Network Key” “WEP Key” or “WPA Key” underneath your router.

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- You may need to refer to your router’s manual if you hav e forgotten your

security passphrase. Most router’s manual are available for download online. Just type your router’s model number followed by “manual download” into google.

- In some cases, resetting you router with your router’s reset button and

creating a new network SSID and passphrase will allow you to suddenly connect to your network.

4. I can’t find any wireless access point/wireless device in Network page

 Click Rescan or Refresh for few more times and see if you can find any

wireless access point or wireless device.

 Please move closer to any known wireless access point (router).  Ensure your router is installed properly and not disabled by checking device

manager and disabling your Internet Security software.

 If possible, please relocate your router to a more central location in your

home or office and place it on the same floor as your wireless devices you wish to connect.

5. Nothing happens when I click Ralink config utility

 Please make sure AWD154B is properly inserted into your computer’s PCI

port. If the Ralink configuration utility’s icon is black, AWD154B is not detected by your computer.

 Reboot the computer and try again.  Remove AWD154B and insert it into another PCI port.  Uninstall the driver from Control Panel and re-install using the latest driver

from our website. www.aziocorp .com

6. I can not establish connection with a certain wireless access point

 Remove prior wireless profiles, from Advanced Wireless Settings  If the SSID of access point you wish to connect is hidden (nothing displayed

in SSID field in Network tab), you have to input corr ect SSID o f the ac cess point you wish to connect.

 You have to input correct passphrase / security key to connect an access

point with encryption.

 The access point you wish to connect may only allow network cards with

specific MAC address to establish connection. Please go to About tab and write the value of Phy_Addess down, then present this value to the owner of access point to add the MAC address of your AWD154B to owner’s access point’s list.

7. The network is slow / having problem when transferring large files

 Move closer to the place where access point is located.  Choose a Wireless Protection with less overhead like WPA2 PSK + AES  There could be too much people using the same radio channel. Inside the

access point setting page,, change the channel to a different number.

 Your internet service may be of the slower type, call your provider to see if

you they can raise your speeds.

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Service & Warranty

Service

If you need assistance with the product, please visit our website at www.aziocorp.com for frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips. Otherwise, please contact our dedicated customer care team.

There are several ways to reach us:

By Phone: (866) 468‐1198 By eMail: support@aziocorp.com On Live Help: http://www.aziocorp.com/support/helpdesk.htm

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

AZiO Corporation warrants only to the original purc haser of this product from an AZiO-authorized reseller or distributor that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the life of the product. AZiO reserves the right, before having any obligation under this warranty, to inspect the damaged AZiO product, and all costs of shipping the AZiO product to AZiO for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. In order to keep this warranty in effect, the product must have been handled appropriately and must not have been misused in any way. This warranty does not cover any damage due to accident, misuse, abuse or negligence. Please retain the dated sales receipt as evidence of the original purchaser & date of purchase. You will need it for any warranty service.

In order to claim under this warranty, Purchaser must make claim to AZiO within 60 days of occurrence, and must present acceptable proof of original ownership (such as original receipt) for the product. AZiO, at its option, shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this warranty. This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any purchaser who bought the product from a reseller or distributor not authorized by AZiO, including but not limited to purchases from internet auction sites. This warranty does not affect any other legal rights you may have by operation of law. Contact AZiO at

support@aziocorp.com or at one of the technical support numbers listed below

for warranty service p rocedures.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, AZiO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES MAY NONETHELESS EXIST BY OPERATION OF LAW, ANY SUCH WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.2 Product Feature

1.3 Contents of Package

Chapter 2 Installation

3.1 Station Mode

3.1.1 Profile

3.1.2 Network

3.1.3 Link Status

3.1.4 Advanced

3.1.5 Statistics

3.1.6 WMM

3.1.7 WPS

3.1.8 SSO

3.2.1 Configuration

In the Soft AP mode, right-click the icon in the system tray and choose Switch to Station Mode, then AWD154B is switching to working station mode with an interface of working station.

3.3 Use Zero Configuration

Chapter 4 How to connect with PSP

Chapter 5 Product Specifications