CNET CWP-906 User Manual
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User Manual
Wireless-N PCI Adapter
Model: CWP-906
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Welcome .......................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Product Feature ............................................................................................. 4
1.3 Contents of Package ....................................................................................... 4
2. Designing Your PCI Adapter .............................................................................. 5
3. Installation ............................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Install Your PCI Adapter .............................................................................. 6
3.2 Install Driver and Utility ............................................................................... 7
4. Utility Config ...................................................................................................... 10
4.1 WZC .............................................................................................................. 11
4.1.1 Ralink Wireless Utility (RaUI) or Windows Zero Configuration (WZC)10
4.1.2 Use WZC to configure wireless NIC .......................................................... 13
4.2 RaUI .............................................................................................................. 17
4.2.1 Start ..................................................................................................................... 17
4.2.1.1 StartRaUI ............................................................................ 17
4.2.2 Profile .................................................................................................................. 23
4.2.2.1 Profile .................................................................................. 23
4.2.2.2 Add/Edit Profile .................................................................. 25
4.2.2.3 Example on Adding Profile in Network ........................... 26
4.2.3 Network ............................................................................................................... 30
4.2.3.1 Network ............................................................................... 30
4.2.3.2 Example on Adding Profile in Network ........................... 37
4.2.4 Advanced ............................................................................................................. 41
4.2.4.1 Advanced ............................................................................. 41
4.2.5 Statistics .............................................................................................................. 41
4.2.5.1 Statistics ............................................................................... 41
4.2.6 WMM .................................................................................................................. 43
4.2.6.1 WMM .................................................................................. 44
4.2.6.2 Example to Configure to Enable DLS .............................. 45
(Direct Link Setup) ............................................................................ 45
4.2.6.3 Example to Configure TO Enable Wi-Fi Multi-Media ... 48
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4.2.6.4 Example to Configure TO Enable WMM-Power Save 50
4.2.7 WPS ..................................................................................................................... 51
4.2.7.1 WPS ..................................................................................... 51
4.2.7.2 WPS Information on AP .................................................... 53
4.2.7.3 Example to Add to Registrar Using PIN Method ............ 55
4.2.7.4 Example to Add to Registrar Using PBC Method........... 59
4.2.7.5 Example to Configure a Network/AP using PIN or PBC Method 66
4.2.8 About ................................................................................................................... 67
4.2.8.1 About ................................................................................... 67
4.2.9 Link Status .......................................................................................................... 69
4.2.9.1 Link Status .......................................................................... 69
4.3 Security ...................................................................................................................... 70
4.3.1 Auth / Encry.Setting-WEP/TKIP/AES ............................................................ 70
4.3.2 802.1x Setting ...................................................................................................... 71
4.3.3 Example to Reconnect 802.1x Authenticated Connectiom after 802.1x Authenticated
connection Is Failed in Profile ....................................................................................... 75
4.3.4 Example to Configure with WEP on ................................................................ 78
4.3.5 Example to Configure with WPA-PSK ............................................................ 83
4.3.6 Example to Configure with WPA ........................................................................ 87
5. Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................... 103
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1. Introduction
1.1 Welcome
PCI Adapter connects you with IEEE802.11n networks at receiving rate up to an incredible 150 Mbps! By using the reflec-
tion signal, 802.11n technology increases the range and reduces “dead spots” in the wireless coverage area. Unlike ordinary
wireless networking of 802.11b/g standards that are confused by wireless reflections, 802.11n can actually use these reflections to increase four times transmission range of 802.11g products.
Besides, when both ends of the wireless link are 802.11n products, The PCI can utilize twice radio band to increase three
times transmission speed of ordinary 802.11g standard products, and can comply with backwards 802.11b/802.11g standards. Soft AP supported by PCI Adapter can help you establish wireless LAN networking with lowest cost. Besides, WPS
(PBC and PIN) encryption method can free you from remembering the long passwords. Complete WMM function makes
your voice and video more smooth.
1.2 Product Feature
Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Provides 32-bit PCI interface
Provides 150 Mbps receiving rate and 150 Mbps sending rate
Supports 20MHz/40MHz frequency width
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 with lowest cost
Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2 encryption methods and 802.1x security authentication standard
Supports WPS (PBC and PIN) encryption method to free you from remembering long passwords
Supports WMM to make your voice and video more smoothly
Supports Windows® 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Win 7 32/64
1.3 Contents of Package
One PCI Adapter
One Installation CD
One dipole antenna
Contact your local authorized reseller or the store where you purchased for any items damaged and/or missing.
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2. Designing Your PCI Adapter
PCI Adapter supports up to 150 Mbps connections. It is fully compliant with the specifications defined in 802.11n standard
The status LED indicators of PCI Card are described in the following.
Link/Act ON (Green): Indicates a valid connection.
Link/Act Flashing: Indicates the Adapter is transmitting or receiving data
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3. Installation
3.1 Install Your PCI Adapter
Open your PC case and locate an available PCI on the motherboard.
Slide PCI Adapter 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 PCI Adapter all the way in. after it is firmly in to place, secure its fastening tab to your PC's chassis
with a mounting screw. Then close your PC.
Attach the external antennas to PCI Adapter's antenna port.\
Power On the PC.
Note: Select Cancel button, when “Found New Hardware” window appears.
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3.2 Install Driver and Utility
NOTE: Snap-shot screens of the following installation procedure are based on Windows XP.
installation procedures will be similar for other windows operating systems.
1. Insert Installation CD to your CD-ROM drive. And click Driver Installation. The wizard will be run and install all
necessary files to your computer automatically.
2. Click next to accept the Agreement. Or click Cancel to cancel the installation
3. Click NEXT
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4. Select Ralink Configuration Tool or Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool then click Next.
a. It’s recommended to select Ralink Configuration Tool, which provides fully access to all
functions of PCI Adapter.
b. If you prefer to use the wireless configuration tool provided by Windows XP or Vista, please
select Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool
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5. Click Finish to complete the software installation.
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4. Utility Configuration
4.1.1 Ralink Wireless Utility (RaUI) or Windows Zero Configuration
(WZC)
Windows XP includes a wireless configuration utility named "Windows Zero configuration" (WZC)
which provides basic configuration functions to the Ralink. Wireless NIC. Ralink's utility (RaUI) additionally provides WPA functionality. It’s easier for the user to select the correct utility. RaUI will let
users make a selection when it first runs after windows XP boots. Double-clicking the icon will bring
up the selection window and allow the user make a selection.
Figure 1-1 RaUI.exe
RaUI can co-exist with WZC. When coexisting with WZC, RaUI only provides monitoring functions, such as surveying the
link status, network status, statistic counters, advanced feature status, WMM status and WPS status. It won't interfere with
WZC's configuration or profile functions. It is shown as Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-2 Select WZC or RaUI
If "Use RaConfig as Configuration utility" is selected, please jump to Section 2 on running RaUI.
If "Use Zero Configuration as Configuration utility" is selected, please continue.
We will explain the difference between RaUI and WZC. Figure 1-3 shows the RaUI status when WZC is activated as the
main control utility.
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Figure 1-3 RaUI status with WZC active
When activating WZC, there are several difference with the RaUI status, compared to the RaUI status without WZC running.
1. The profile button will be gray. Profile functionality is removed since the NIC is controlled by WZC.
2. The connection and add profile function will be gray. Profile functionality is removed since the NIC is controlled by
WZC.
Please read through this document for full details on the other functions provided by RaUI.
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4.1.2 Use WZC to configure wireless NIC
1. If there is no connection or it is lost, the status prompt will pop up, as shown in Figure 1-4.
Figure 1-4 status prompt for no connection
2. Right-click the network connection icon in taskbar
Figure 1-5 Select WZC main status
3. Select "View Available Wireless Networks" and the "Wireless Network Connection" dialog box will pop up, as shown in
Figure 1-6.
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Figure 1-6 Wireless Network Connection
4. Select the intended access point and click "Connect". Then click "Connect Anyway" as shown as Figure 1-7.
Figure 1-7 Select intended AP : AP1, then click "Connect"
Figure 1-8 Connect AP: AP1 successfully
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5. If you want to modify information about the AP, click "Change advanced settings" as shown in Figure 1-9. Then select
the "Wireless Networks" tab shown as Figure 1-10.
Figure 1-9 Click "Change advanced settings"
Figure 1-10 Choose the "Wireless Networks" tab
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6. Click "Properties" as shown in Figure 1-11. Then click "OK" button.
Figure 1-11 AP's properties
7. After filling in the appropriate value, click "OK." The pop-up will indicate the status.
as shown in Figure 1-12.
Figure 1-12 Network connection status
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8. Clicking the Ralink icon will bring up the RaUI main window. Users can find the surrounding APs in the list. The currently connected AP will be shown with a blue icon beside it, as shown in Figure 1-13. Users may use the advanced tab to
configure more advanced features provided by Ralink's wireless NIC. For details on configuring the advanced features,
please check the Advance setting section.
Figure 1-13 Show connection status by using WZC to initiate the connection
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B. RaUI
4.2.1 Start
4.2.1.1 Start RaUI
When starting RaUI, the system will connect to the AP with best signal strength without setting a profile or matching a profile setting. When starting RaUI, it will issue a scan command to a wireless NIC. After two seconds, the AP list will be updated with the results of a BSS list scan. The AP list includes most used fields, such as SSID, network type, channel used,
wireless mode, security status and the signal percentage. The arrow icon indicates the connected BSS or IBSS network. The
dialog box is shown in Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1-1 RaUI section introduction
There are three sections to the RaUI dialog box. These sections are briefly described as follow.
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1. Button Section: Include buttons for selecting the Profile page, Network page, Advanced page, Statistics page, WMM
page, WPS page, the About button, Radio On/Off button and Help.
Figure 2-1-2 Button section
Figure 2-1-3 Move to the left
Figure 2-1-4 Move to the right
2. Function Section: Appears to present information and options related to the button.
Figure 2-1-5 Profile page
Figure 2-1-6 Network page
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Figure 2-1-7 Advance page
Figure 2-1-8 Statistics page
Figure 2-1-9 WMM page
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Figure 2-1-10 WPS page
Figure 2-1-11 About page
3. Status Section: This section includes information about the link status, authentication status, AP's information and configuration, and retrying the connection when authentication is failed.
Figure 2-1-12 Link Status
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Figure 2-1-13 Authentication Status
Figure 2-1-14 AP's Information
Figure 2-1-15 Retry the connection
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Figure 2-1-16 Configuration
When starting RaUI, a small Ralink icon appears in the notifications area of the taskbar, as shown in Figure 2-1-15. You
can double click it to maximize the dialog box if you selected to close it earlier. You may also use the mouse's right button
to close RaUI utility.
Figure 2-1-17 Ralink icon in system tray
Additionally, the small icon will change color to reflect current wireless network connection status. The status is shown as
follows:
: Indicates the connected and signal strength is good.
: Indicates the connected and signal strength is normal.
: Indicates that it is not yet connected.
: Indicates that a wireless NIC can not be detected.
: Indicates that the connection and signal strength is weak.
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4.2.2 Profile
4.2.2.1 Profile
The Profile List keeps a record of your favorite wireless settings at home, office, and other public hot-spots. You can save
multiple profiles, and activate the correct one at your preference. Figure 2-2-1 shows the basic profile section
Figure 2-2-1
Profile function.
Definition of each field:
1. Profile Name: Name of profile, preset to PROF* (* indicate 1, 2, 3...).
2. SSID: The access point or Ad-hoc name.
3. Network Type: Indicates the networks type, including infrastructure and Ad- Hoc.
4. Authentication: Indicates the authentication mode used.
5. Encryption: Indicates the encryption Type used.
6. Use 802.1x: Shows if the 802.1x feature is used or not.
7. Cannel: Channel in use for Ad-Hoc mode.
8. Power Save Mode: Choose from CAM (Constantly Awake Mode) or Power Saving Mode.
9. Tx Power: Transmitting power, the amount of power used by a radio transceiver to send the signal out.
10. RTS Threshold: Users can adjust the RTS threshold number by sliding the bar or keying in the value directly.
11. Fragment Threshold: The user can adjust the Fragment threshold number by sliding the bar or key in the value directly.
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Icons and buttons:
: Indicates if a connection made from the currently activated profile.
: Indicates if the connection has failed on a currently activated profile.
: Indicates the network type is infrastructure mode.
: Indicates the network type is in Ad-hoc mode.
: Indicates if the network is security-enabled.
: Click to add a new profile.
: Click to edit an existing profile.
: Deletes an existing profile.
: Activates the selected profile.
: Shows information of the related status section.
: Hides information of the related status section.
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4.2.2.2 Add / Edit Profile
There are three methods to open the Profile Editor dialog box.
1. You can open it by clicking the "Add to Profile" button in the Site Survey tab.
2. You can open it by clicking the "Add" button in the Profile tab.
3. You can open it by clicking the "Edit" button on the Profile tab
Figure 2-2-2 Configuration
1. Profile Name: The user can chose any name for this profile, or use the default name defined by system.
2. SSID: The user can key in the intended SSID name or select one of the available APs from the drop-down list.
3. Power Save Mode: Choose CAM (Constantly Awake Mode) or Power Saving Mode.
4. Network Type: There are two types, infrastructure and 802.11 Ad-hoc modes. Under Ad-hoc mode, user can also
choose the preamble type. The available preamble type includes auto and long. In addition, the channel field will be available for setup in Ad-hoc mode.
5. RTS Threshold: User can adjust the RTS threshold number by sliding the bar, or key in the value directly. The default
value is 2347.
6. Fragment Threshold: User can adjust the Fragment threshold number by sliding the bar or key in the value directly.
The default value is 2346.
7. Channel: Only available for setting under Ad-hoc mode. Users can choose the channel frequency to start their Ad-hoc
network. Authentication Type: There are 7 type of authentication modes supported by RaUI. They are open, Shared, LEAP,
WPA and WPA-PSK, WPA2 and WPA2-PSK.
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8. Encryption Type: For open and shared authentication mode, the selection of available encryption type are None and
WEP. For WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK authentication mode, both TKIP and AES encryption is available.
9. 802.1x Setting: This is introduced in the topic of "Section 3-2 : 802.1x Setting".
10. WPA Pre-shared Key: This is the key shared between the AP and STA. For WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK authentication mode, this field must be filled with a key between 8 and 32 characters in length.
11. WEP Key: Only valid when using WEP encryption algorithms. The key must be identical to the AP's key. There are
several formats to enter the keys.
1. Hexadecimal - 40bits : 10 Hex characters.
2. Hexadecimal - 128bits : 26Hex characters.
3. ASCII - 40bits : 5 ASCII characters.
4. ASCII - 128bits : 13 ASCII characters
4.2.2.3 Example on Adding Profile in Network
Click "Add" below the Profile List.
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The "Add Profile" will appear.
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Specify a Profile Name. Select an AP from the SSID drop-down list. The AP list is from the last Network.
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Now the profile which the user set appears in the profile list. Click "Activate".
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4.2.3 Network
4.2.3.1 Network
The system will display the information of local APs from the last scan result as part of the Network section. The Listed
information includes the SSID, BSSID, Signal, Channel, Encryption algorithm, Authentication and Network type as shown
in Figure 2-3-1-1.
Figure 2-3-1-1 Network function
1. SSID: Name of BSS or IBSS network.
2. Network Type: Network type in use, Infrastructure for BSS, Ad-Hoc for IBSS network.
3. Channel: Channel in use.
4. Wireless Mode: AP support wireless mode. It may support 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n wireless mode.
5. Security-Enable: Indicates if the AP provides a security-enabled wireless network.
6. Signal: Receive signal strength of the specified network.
Icons and buttons:
: Indicates that the connection is successful.
: Indicates the network type is in infrastructure mode.
: Indicates the network type is in Ad-hoc mode.
:
Indicate that the wireless network is security - enabled.
: Indicates 802.11a wireless mode.
: Indicates 802.11b wireless mode
: Indicates 802.11g wireless mode.
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