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Linksys AE1000 User Manual

User Guide
Linksys AE1000
High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter
Linksys AE1000 Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview 1
Chapter 2: Installation 2
Chapter 3: Wireless Network Conguration 4
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 8
Appendix B: Specications 9
Appendix C: Warranty Information 10
Appendix D: Regulatory Information 12
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Industry Canada Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Règlement d’Industry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Wireless Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement 15
Software Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
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Linksys AE1000 Chapter 1: Product Overview

Chapter 1: Product Overview

Thank you for choosing the Linksys AE1000 High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter. Using the latest wireless networking technology, the Adapter adds or upgrades wireless connectivity on your Windows-based desktop or laptop computer. To help protect your data and privacy, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) encryption to protect your wireless connection.
LED
Link  (Blue) The LED flashes when there is
wireless network activity.
USB Extension Base
The Adapter comes attached to its USB Extension Base. Using the Adapter in its Base may often improve wireless signal performance, especially with desktop computers that may be located under desks or tabletops.
To use the USB Extension Base, make sure the Adapter is connected to the Base, and then connect the USB Extension Base to a USB port on your computer or laptop.
Storing the Cap
When the Adapter is plugged into the USB Extension Base or your computer’s USB port, you can store the cap by attaching it to the Adapter.
To store the cap, push it onto the top of the Adapter until it fits snugly.
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Linksys AE1000 Chapter 2: Installation
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Router Setup
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Adapter
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer

Chapter 2: Installation

This chapter describes the procedure for installing the Adapter.

Installation

To install the Adapter:
1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Insert CD
2. Click Set up your Linksys Adapter.
3. Read the Software End User License Agreement. To accept the agreement and continue with the installation, click Next.
License Agreement
4. Insert the Adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
Set up Your Linksys Adapter
If you do not see this, access setup on the CD directly. To do so, perform the following steps for your specific operating system:
Windows 7
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows Vista
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows XP
a. Go to Start  >  My  Computer and select your
CD-ROM drive.
b. Double-click Setup.exe.
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AutoPlay
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Adapter Setup
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
Set up your Linksys Adapter
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
General options
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
View more AutoPlay options in Control Panel
Install Linksys AE1000
5. An Easy Setup Key helps you quickly connect to your wireless hotspot or router. If you do not have an Easy Setup Key, select No, I don’t have an Easy Setup Key. If you have an Easy Setup Key, select Yes, I  have an 
Easy Setup Key. Click Next.
NOTE: Cisco Valet wireless hotspots come with
an Easy Setup Key. Cisco Valet wireless hotspots and some Linksys routers also let you create one from your own USB flash drive.
(You do not need
an Easy Setup Key to complete installation.)
Do You Have an Easy Setup Key?
If you do not have an Easy Setup Key, go to step 6. If you have an Easy Setup Key, go to step 8.
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6. A list of available wireless networks appears. Select your network. Click Next.
Connect to a Wireless Network
7. If your network does not use wireless security, go to step 9.
If your network uses wireless security, enter the wireless password for your type of security:
• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP):
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2): Enter the
Enter the WEP key.
passphrase (also known as a pre-shared key).
Click Next. Go to step 9.
9. The installation is complete. Click Close.
You are Now Connected to Your Wireless Network
NOTE: If you have any problems during the
installation process, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions in the setup software, or use a computer with an active Internet connection to visit www.linksys.com/support.
Enter the Wireless Password
8. Follow the on-screen prompts to use your Easy Setup Key. Click Next.
Insert your Easy Setup Key
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Linksys AE1000 Chapter 3: Wireless Network Configuration

Chapter 3: Wireless Network Configuration

To configure the Adapter’s wireless connection settings, use a wireless network configuration utility. If you have installed such a utility on your computer, or if your computer came with one already installed, refer to that utility’s documentation for instructions on use. Otherwise, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below to use your operating system’s built-in utility: Windows 7, page 4, Windows Vista, page 5, or Windows XP, page 7.

Windows 7

After you have installed the Adapter, the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray.
Wireless Network Configuration Utility Icon
(If you do not see the icon, click the Show hidden icons arrow in the system tray.)
2. Select your network, and then click Connect.
Select Network
3. If your network does not use wireless security, go to step 5.
4. Enter the security key, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key, or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) passphrase (also known as a pre-shared key), depending on your type of security. Click OK.
When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.
Wireless Connection Status
New Wireless Connection
To connect to a different wireless network:
1. Click the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon. A list of available wireless networks appears.
Secured Network
5. This screen appears while the Adapter connects to your network. Do not cancel, unless you want to end the connection.
Connecting to Network
Available Wireless Networks
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NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network
Conguration utility, refer to Help and Support. Click Start
Your computer is now connected to your  
> Help and Support.
wireless network.
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Windows Vista

After you have installed the Adapter, the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray.
Wireless Network Configuration Utility Icon
When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.
Wireless Connection Status
New Wireless Connection
3. Select your network, and then click Connect.
Select Network
4. If your network uses wireless security, go to step 5.
If your network does not use wireless security, this screen appears. To connect to your unsecured network, click Connect Anyway and go to step 7.
To connect to a different wireless network:
1. Right-click the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon.
2. Click Connect to a network.
Utility Menu
Unsecured Network
5. Enter the security key, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key, or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) passphrase (also known as a pre-shared key), depending on your type of security. Click Connect.
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Secured Network
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6. This screen appears while the Adapter connects to your network. Do not cancel, unless you want to end the installation.
Connecting to Network
7. This screen appears when you are connected to your network. Select Save this network, if you want to save your settings. Click Close.
9. This screen varies according to the selected location. Click Close.
Network Settings Saved
NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network
Conguration utility, refer to Help and Support. Click Start
> Help and Support.
Your computer is now connected to your  
wireless network.
Connected to Network
8. The Set Network Location screen may appear. This screen helps apply the correct settings for your type of location. Select Home, Work, or Public location.
Select Network Location
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Windows XP

After you have installed the Adapter, the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray.
Wireless Zero Configuration Utility Icon
When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.
Wireless Connection Status
New Wireless Connection
1. Right-click the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration icon in your computer’s system tray, and then select View Available Wireless Networks.
2. A window displays the available wireless networks. Select the network that you want and click Connect.
If the network uses wireless security, go to step 4. Otherwise, continue to step 3.
4. If your network uses Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) wireless security, enter the WEP Key in the Network key and Confirm network key fields. If your network uses Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) wireless security, enter the passphrase in the Network key and Confirm network key fields. Click Connect.
Wireless Security
NOTE: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration
does not support the use of a WEP passphrase. Enter the exact WEP key used by your wireless router or access point.
NOTE: If your network is using WPA2 security,
make sure that you have installed the Update for Windows XP (KB893357), available at www.microsoft.com.
5. Your wireless network will appear as Connected when your connection is active.
Available Wireless Network
3. Click Connect Anyway to connect the Adapter to your unsecured network, and then go to step 5.
No Wireless Security
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Wireless Network Connection
NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network
Conguration utility, refer to Help and Support. Click Start > Help and Support. Enter wireless in the Search eld, and then press Enter.
Your computer is now connected to your  
wireless network.
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Linksys AE1000 Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Your computer does not recognize the Adapter.
Make sure that the Adapter is properly inserted into your computer’s USB slot and/or USB Extension Base.
The Adapter does not work properly.
Remove the Adapter, and then reinsert it into the computer’s USB slot.
Your computer cannot communicate with the other computers on your wireless network.
1. Make sure that the computers are powered on.
2. Make sure that the Adapter is configured with the same Wireless Network Name (also called the SSID or Service Set Identifier) and wireless security settings as the other computers on your wireless network.
WEB: If your questions are not addressed here,
refer to our AE1000 support section on the web,
www.linksys.com/support/AE1000
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