Kanguru WIRELESS LAN User Manual
KanguruWireless LAN
USER’S GUIDE
Copyright 2003, All Rights Reserved.
This manual applies to 1.1.4 or later versions of the KanguruWireless LAN
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Please be aware of the following points before using the KanguruWireless LAN adapter.
Copyright© 2003, Kanguru Solutions. All rights reserved.
®
DOS
ME
Macintosh
, Windows 95
®,
and Windows XP® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Inc. Apple® and
®
are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. IBM and OS/2 are
®,
Windows 98®, Windows NT
®,
Windows 2000
®,
Windows
registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. All
other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective companies or
organizations.
Kanguru Solutions will not be held responsible for any illegal use of this product
nor any losses incurred while using this product. The user himself is responsible
for the copyright laws, and is fully responsible for any illegal actions taken.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
To obtain service or technical support for your system, please contact Kanguru
Solutions Technical Support Department at 508-376-4245, or visit
www.Kanguru.com
for web support.
Kanguru Solutions
1360 Main St., Millis, MA 02054
508.376.4245 • Fax 508.376.4462
www.kanguru.com
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FCC Class B Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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 and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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 experienced radio/television technician for
help.
The user should not modify or change this equipment with written approval from
Kanguru Solutions. Modification could void authority to use this equipment.
Notice 1:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2:
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to
the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device
could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void the
user’s authority to operate the device.
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Welcome .................................................................................................................................................... 5
KanguruWireless LAN Package Contents: ........................................................................................... 5
Features:.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Specifications: ........................................................................................................................................... 6
System Requirements:............................................................................................................................. 6
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Attention Win 98 users:............................................................................................................................ 7
Overview.................................................................................................................................................... 7
WLAN Utility Introduction........................................................................................................................10
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Opening the WLAN Utility Software ......................................................................................................11
Status ........................................................................................................................................................11
Profile ........................................................................................................................................................13
Profile-Advance........................................................................................................................................14
Profile-Encryption ....................................................................................................................................14
Survey .......................................................................................................................................................16
Statistics....................................................................................................................................................16
About .........................................................................................................................................................18
Warranty....................................................................................................................................................18
Tech Support............................................................................................................................................18
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the KanguruWireless LAN adapter from Kanguru
Solutions. You can now easily connect your PC to your wireless network without
every opening your PC. Unlike other USB WLAN adapters on the market, the
Kanguru Wireless LAN also comes with built in flash storage to transfer files in
this pocket-sized device. You now get two great products in one; the WLAN
adapter, and a USB Flash drive to store your valuable data.
The adapter’s compact design and plug-and play abilities make it ideal for
notebook users. Take the drive wherever you go to store files as well as connect
to a Wireless network. Another great benefit is the fact the adapter draws power
from your USB ports, so there’s no a need for an external power supply.
KanguruWireless LAN Package Contents:
• 1 – KanguruWireless LAN adapter.
• 1 – Notebook mounting kit.
• 1 – USB extension cable.
• 1 – Driver CD.
• 1 – User registration form.
If any of the above items are missing, please call Kanguru Solutions’ Tech
Support department at: (508) 376-4245, extension 2 and replacement parts will
be shipped to you ASAP.
Features:
• High speed data transfer rate of up to 11Mbps
• 40, 60, and 128-bit WEP encryption to ensure privacy.
• Automatic Rate fallback to adjust to distances.
• One-year Standard Warranty: This device comes complete with a one-
year parts and labor warranty.
• Compatible with Win98/98SE, ME, 2000, XP
• Compliant with 802.11b, DSSS, and 2.4GHz Standards.
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Specifications:
Standards: IEEE 802.11b and USB1.1
Interface: USB1.1
RF Output Power: 16dB, (max)
Modulation: CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK
Network Protocols IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI
RF Data Rate: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1 w/ Auto Detect
LEDs: Link Status
Antenna: Onboard Gain 25dBm
Operating Channels 11 N. America, 13 Europe
Dimensions: 3.9” L x 1.25” W x 0.5” H
Operating Temperature: 5° ~ 55° C
Storage Temperature: -20° ~ 80° C
Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 80%
Weight: 30g
Power: 5V drawn from USB port
Certifications: FCC, CE
Warranty: 1 year limited
System Requirements:
• Pentium Class PC
• Available USB port
• Windows 98/98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
• 2MBs of free hard drive space
• CD-Rom drive
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