Gigabyte GN-WB01GS User Manual

54Mbps Wireless USB Adapter

GN-WB01GS

User’s Manual

http://www.gigabyte.com.tw

Rev. 1.0

Federal Communication Commission 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 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 encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

receiver is connected.

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

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.

Contents

CHAPTER 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW...........................................1

1.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE WB01GS WIRELESS USB ADAPTER.........................................1

1.2 FEATURES .................................................................................................................1

1.3 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS & PACKAGING..........................................................................2

1.4 LED I

1.5 S

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION.......................................................3

2-1. INSTALLING THE WB01GS..........................................................................................3

CHAPTER 3 USING THE WIRELESS UTILITY...........................8

NDICATORS .......................................................................................................2

YSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................2

3.1. PROFILE TAB .............................................................................................................8

3.2. LINK STATUS TAB.....................................................................................................16

3.3. SITE SURVEY TAB ....................................................................................................17

3.4. STATISTICS TAB .......................................................................................................18

3.5. ABOUT TAB..............................................................................................................19

APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................20

APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS..................................................21

APPENDIX C REGULATORY INFORMATION ............................22

APPENDIX D WARRANTY...........................................................23

Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction to the WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter

Looking for an easy way to integrate your Desktop or Notebook into your wireless
network? You found it with the GIGABYTE WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter. The
WB01GS is Plug-and-Play, and connects to any USB-ready PC—just plug it in and
you’re ready to share data, printers, or high speed Internet access over your existing
wireless network. For Desktop installation, no need to open your PC’s case. Like all
USB Plug-and-Play devices, it’s a breeze to setup.

Power in a small package

Don’t be fooled by its small and convenient size, the GIGABYTE’s WB01GS Wireless
USB Adapter is powerful. Enabling 54 Mbps wireless Internet sharing – 5 times faster
than most Wireless USB adapters. High-level WEP encryption protects your network
from would be hackers without a hit on performance.

High-speed USB 2.0

Features a USB 2.0 interface that is up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1 allowing you to
realize full 54 Mbps speed of the 802.11g wireless standard. New antenna technology
provides superior range above previous-generation 802.11b adapters.

The WB01GS supports office roaming for notebook PC users for shared broadband
Internet access and resources. GIGABYTE’s Wireless Utility lets you create profiles
that reflect specific WLAN settings for each different location or access point you
connect to – the coffee shop, University, or at home.

So, for powerful Notebook flexibility and wireless convenience, GIGABYTE WB01GS
Wireless USB Adapter is what you’re looking for!

1.2 Features

 Conform to IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g specifications
 Wireless transmits data rate up to the maximum speed of 54Mbps
 Dynamically scales the data rate
 Proprietary Smartsetup 3™ to secure wireless network easily
 Support 64-bit /128-bit WEP encryption, TKIP, AES, 802.1x, WPA and WPA2
 Support Quality of Service WMM
 Seamless roaming between 802.11b and 802.11g networks
 40 faster than USB v1.1
 Automatic power management to reduce battery consumption.
 Driver supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP.

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1.3 Physical Dimensions & Packaging

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Dimensions: 77.6 x 31.0 x 9.1mm +/- 0.5mm
Before beginning the installation procedures, please inspect the components to assure

that they have not been damaged during shipping. The components include:

Package Contents

• GN-WB01GS Adapter with pocket clip cap

• GN-WB01GS Setup CD-ROM

• Quick Start Guide

In case of any missing or damaged accessories, please contact your local distributor or
authorized reseller immediately. If you require returning the damaged product, you must
pack it in the original packing material or the warranty will be voided.

1.4 LED Indicators

The WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter works with both the USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 interfaces
(but USB 2.0 will yield faster data transfer). There are two LED indicators on the Adapter
as shown in the diagram below.

Link

CT

ON OFF
ACT LED
Link LED

WB01GS is transferring data No data is transferring
WB01GS has connected to a wireless network Not connected.

1.5 System Requirements

For trouble free installation and operation, please assure your PC meets the following
minimum system requirements:

• Notebook or Desktop PC with a Pentium® 300 MHz or higher compatible processor
with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port.
Note: If you do not have a USB 2.0 port on your PC, the throughput of the
WB01GS will be limited to the 12 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard.

• A CD-ROM drive.

• 20 Mbytes of free hard disk space.

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Chapter 2 Installation

This chapter covers the installation of the WB01GS Adapter for your Notebook or Desktop
PC. The following sections will assist you with proper installation of the Adapter.

2-1. Installing the WB01GS

Note: If your system has other third party wireless drivers installed, we suggest you

disable them before beginning. You can do this by going to Hardware Manager
from Windows Control Panel and click ‘disable’ on the WLAN driver.

Step 1: Locate an open USB port on your Notebook or Desktop PC and insert the

GN-WB01GS Adapter.

Step 2: When the Add New Hardware Wizard screen appears, click Cancel.

Figure 2-1. Add New Hardware Wizard

Step 3: Insert the GN-WB01GS Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. The WB01GS

Welcome screen will automatically open.

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Figure 2-2. Welcome screen

Step 4: Click Install Wireless LAN Utility to begin installation.
Step 6: When the Install Shield welcome screen appears, click Next..

Figure 2-3. Install Shield

Step 7: InstallShield will check your operating system and select the appropriate driver.

Click Next to proceed.

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Figure 2-4. Check setup information

Step 8: If you receive the message regarding “Windows Logo Testing”, click Continue

Anyway.

Figure 2-5. Finished installing

Step 9: Click Finish to complete installation.

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