Hawking Technology HWUN1A User Manual
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Hawking Technology guarantees that every HWUN1A Wireless-N USB Adapter with
Upgradable Antennas is free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal
use for one (1) year from the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this
two-year warranty period, call Hawking Customer Service in order to obtain a Return
Authorization number. Warranty is for repair or replacement only. Hawking Technology does
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include your original proof of purchase.
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Warning Statement:
Federal Communication
Commission Interference Statement
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Requirements, Part 15
1. 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 e xperienced radio/TV technician for help. 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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC Caution:
FCC RF Exposure Statement:
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum
distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Unauthorized antenna,
modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Regulatory information/Disclaimers:
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.
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................... 1
Features .................................................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 2
II. INSTALLATION PROCED URES ............................................... 2
III. CONNECTING TO YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK ................. 6
IV. CONFIGURATION UTILITY ..................................................... 9
1. Site Survey .............................................................................................................. 9
2. Profile ................................................................................................................... 10
3. Link Status ............................................................................................................ 15
4. Statistics ................................................................................................................ 17
5. Advanced .............................................................................................................. 18
6. About .................................................................................................................... 19
V. APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS .......................................... 20
VI. INDEX ........................................................................................ 21
PRODUCT SUPPORT INFORMATION ............................................ 24
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I. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Hawking HWUN1A Wireless-N USB Adapter. Now you can enjoy the
latest Wireless-N technology with excellent speeds, of up to 300Mbps*. The Wireless-N USB
Adapter extends your wireless network coverage by up to 3 times and boosts transmission
throughput 12 times more than a standard Wireless-NNetwork. It allows you to connect a notebook
or desktop to any wireles s network** using the USB port. Now, you can stream HD video, play
games online, download music, images and data while maintaining your freedom of mobility.
In addition, the HWUN1A comes with an upgradabl e antenna option. Replace the def ault antennas
with Hawking Hi-Gain Antennas and you can enjoy extende d wireless range.
The HWUN1A is also packed with security applications. For more security-sensitive applications, the
HWUN1A supports Hardware-based IEEE 802.11i encryption/decryption engine, including
64-bit/128-bit WEP, TKIP, and AES. Also, it supports Wi-Fi alliance WPA and WPA2 encryption.
Cisco CCX V1.0, V2.0 and V3.0.
Features
Features Advantages
High Speed Data Rate Up to 300Mbps*
IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant
Supports WPA/WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i),
WEP 64/128 bits
Dual Radios (2Tx, 2Rx)
WMM (IEEE 802.11e) standard support
Upgradable Antenna Design (2X) Flexible with SMA connector design
* Theoretical wireless signal rate based on IEEE standard of 802.11a, b, g chipset used. Actual throughput may
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual throughput rate.
**Preferably Wireless-N network for maximum throughputs.
** *All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Capable of handling heavy data payloads
such as MPEG video streaming
Fully Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b / IEEE
802.11g compliant devices with leg acy
protection
Powerful & Robust data sec urity.
Enables Smart Antennas for mo re range and
speed
Wireless Multimedia Quality of
Service support (QoS) / enhanc ed power
Saving for Dynamic Networking.
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Package Contents
Before you begin the installation, please check the items of your package. The package should
include the following items:
- One HWUN1A Wireless-N USB network Adapter
- One USB cable (1.0m)
- One CD-ROM with User’s Manual & Drivers
- Quick Installation Guide
- 2 Dipole Antenna (SMA connector)
- One Laptop Clip
LED
indicator
LED Description
LINK
PWR
Blinks when active connection is available else remains s witc he d O F F
Blinks rapidly when data communication in progress else remains
switched OFF
Dipole Antennas
USB port
II. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Before you proceed with the ins tallat i on, please notice following descriptions.
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IMPORTANT:
• Please do not install the wireless adapter into your Mac desktop or notebook before
• The following installation was operated under Apple OSX 10.3 Panther. (Installation
• If you have previously installed other Wireless Adapter Driver & Utility, please
installing the software program from the CD.
Procedures are similar in o th er OS. However, the installation images and
screens may not look the same as the ones in this manual)
uninstall the older version first.
1. Insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM Drive. P owe r on your Computer and insert the Setup
CD into your CD-ROM Drive. A folder should automatically open. If there is no folder opening up
automatically, click on the CD icon on your desktop to manually open the folder.
i. Double click the icon in the folder that is
titled “CLICK HERE TO START”
ii. Please select the Mac OS X version you are
using—either “OS X 10.4 ‘Tiger’ Setup” or “OS
X 10.3 Setup.”
Note: To find out which version of the Mac OS
X you are using, click on the Apple icon located
on the left corner of the menu bar and s elect
“About This Mac.” The version number
should appear in a pop up window.
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iii. Click Continue to begin
(Note: the setup wizard may look different depending on the version of Mac OS X you are
using.)
2. Select the location on your computer where you wish to install the software and click “Continue.”
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3. The system will begin to install the software utility for the HWUN1A. You may be prompted to enter
your administrator login information. If so please enter your us er information and select “Continue.”
4. A window will appear that informs you of a necessary restart of your computer to complete the
installation. Select continue installation.
5. When setup has completed. Click Restart to complete the driver installation.
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III. Connecting To Your Wireless Network
1. When your computer has successfully restarted. Insert the Hi-Gain Wireless-N USB Adapter into an
available USB port on your desk top or notebook computer.
- Insert the USB adapter firmly into the USB port to ensure a proper connection is made.
- When the adapter is inserted carefully lift the antenna unit up right.
Optional: To increase your wireless range and strength, replace one of the
antennas with the Hawkin g Hi-Gain Indoor or Outdoor Antennas. Replace
both antennas for extended wireless range.
(Picture below shows the HWUN1A Wireless-N Adapter with the Hawking HAI7MD
Hi-Gain 7dBi Antennas)
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