LINKSYS WUSB54AG User Manual
Instant Wireless® Series
Wireless A/G USB Network
Adapter
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WUSB54AG
User Guide
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Linksys guarantees that every Instant Wireless® Dual-Band Wireless A+G PCI
Adapter will be free from physical defects in material and workmanship for three year
from the date of purchase, when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications
chapter of this User Guide.
This Warranty is valid and may be processed only in the country of purchase.
If the product proves defective during this warranty period, go to the Linksys website
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Please direct all inquiries to:
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SAFETY AND REGULATORY NOTICES
FCC STATEMENT
Cisco-Linksys, LLC declares that WUSB55AG ( FCC ID: Q87-WUSB54AG )
is limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.
The Instant Wireless Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter has been tested and found
to comply with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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.
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 according to 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 is
found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by
Linksys could void the user's authority to operate the device.
FCC Caution: Operation within the 5150 to 5250GHz band is restricted to indoor use
only.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, the antenna(s) for this
device must comply with the following:
• Access points with 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz integrated antenna must operate with a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons using the cable provided and
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
End-users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Note: Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located.
INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors
may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems)
this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum
shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
Because high power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) in
5250-5350 MHz, these radars could cause interference and/or damage to license exempt LAN
devices.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE)
Linksys Group declares that the Instant Wireless® Series products included in the
Instant Wireless® Series conform to the specifications listed below, following the
provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC, EMC directive 89/336/EEC,
and Low Voltage directive 73/23/EEC:
For 11Mbps, 2.4 GHz devices with 100 mW radios, the following standards were
applied:
• ETS 300-826, 301 489-1 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
• EN 609 50 Safety
• ETS 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
For 54Mbps, 5 GHz devices with 40 mW radios, the following standards were applied:
• ETS 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
• EN 609 50 Safety
• ETS 301-893 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
Caution: The frequencies used by 802.11a wireless LAN devices are not yet
harmonized within the European community, 802.11a products are designed for use
only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than
those of designated use. Contact local Authority for procedure to follow.
Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries.
Outdoor
use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for
operation.
Contact local Authority for procedure to follow.
Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level
of above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) are considered as not
compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use within the
European community and countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive
1999/5/EC and/or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03.
For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact Linksys
Corporate Compliance.
• Linksys Group vakuuttaa täten että Instant Wireless Wireless A/G USB Network
Adapter tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY, direktiivin 89/336/EEC ja direktiivin
73/23/EEC oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden
ehtojen mukainen.
• Linksys Group déclare que la Instant Wireless Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter
est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive
1999/5/EC, la directive 89/336/EEC, et à la directive 73/23/EEC.
• Belgique B L'utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 (2462 MHz), 12
(2467 MHz), et 13 (2472 MHz). Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un
bâtiment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour
une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un
enregistrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l'extérieur
de bâtiments, une licence de l'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences,
veuillez contacter l'IBPT.
• France F:
2.4 GHz Bande : les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, et 2472 MHz
respectivement)
sont complétement libres d'utilisation en France (en utilisation intérieur).
Pour ce qui est des autres canaux, ils peuvent être soumis à autorisation selon le
départment. L'utilisation en extérieur est soumis à autorisation préalable et très
restreint.
5 GHz Bande: Conformément aux décisions de la CEPT, l'utilisation des fréquences
de la bande 5150 MHz - 5350 MHz est autorisée à l'intérieur des bâtiments avec une
puissance maximale de 200 mW, et interdite en extérieur. La bande 5470 MHz - 5725
MHz n'est pas ouverte aujourd'hui.
Vous pouvez contacter l'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications
(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour de plus amples renseignements.
2.4 GHz Band: only channels 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, and 2472 MHz
respectively) may be used freely in France for indoor use. License required for
outdoor installations.
5 GHz Band: frequencies in the 5150 MHz - 5350 MHz band may be used indoor
with maximum power of 200 mW. Their use is forbidden outdoors. The 5470 MHz 5725 MHz band is not currently open.
Please contact ART (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for procedure to follow.
• Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht
genehmigungspflichtig.
Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.
• Germany D: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for
procedure to follow.
• Italia I: E' necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare
con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e'
permessa.
• Italy I: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed.
• The Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller
for
procedure to follow.
• Nederlands NL Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op
met verkoper voor juiste procedure.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter
Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 2000
Chapter 5: Hardware Installation
Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Common Problems and Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: Glossary
Appendix C: Specifications
Environmental
Appendix D: Warranty Information
Appendix E: Contact Information
Chapter 1: Introduction
The Linksys Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter installs in most desktops
and lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the
cost and hassle of running network cables. Now you don’t have to drill holes
in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network.
Once you’re connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access
the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, and share files and
other resources such as printers and network storage with other computers on
the network.
The Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter connects you with Wireless-A
(802.11a) and Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) networks at an incredible 54Mbps!
And for added versatility, it can also interoperate with all the 11Mbps WirelessB (802.11b) products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots
around the country. And whichever mode you choose, your wireless communications
are protected by up to 152-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.
So don’t hassle with running cables through your house—get your desktop connected
the easy way with the versatile Linksys Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter .
• One Adapter Connects to Either 2.4GHz (802.11b or Draft 802.11g) or
5GHz (802.11a) Networks
• Advanced Security Features with up to 152-Bit WEP Encryption
• Easy-to-Use Setup Wizard
• Detailed Monitoring and Performance Utility
• IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, and Draft 802.11g Compliant
• Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US
Calls
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless
Network
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network
(LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to
connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel
and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices.
Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which
they may be set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration
is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an
access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating
directly with each other. Choosing between these two modes
depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or peripherals
with a wired network or not.
Figure 2-1.
If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessed by a wired network or need to share a
peripheral, such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up
in infrastructure mode. (See Figure 2-1.) The basis of infrastructure mode centers around an
access point, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless network. Access points
transmit data to PCs equipped with wireless network cards, which can roam within a certain radial
range of the access point. Multiple access points can be arranged to work in succession to extend the
roaming range, and can be set up to communicate with your Ethernet (wired) hardware as well.
If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers
on the wireless network, then the ad-hoc mode can be used. (See Figure 2-2.) Ad-hoc mode allows
computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other,
eliminating the need for an access point. The drawback of this mode is that, in Ad-Hoc mode,
wireless-equipped computers are not able to communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of
course, communication between the wireless-equipped computers is limited by the distance and
interference directly between them.
Figure 2-2
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the
Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter
The Network Adapter is connected to your PC through its USB port. All power
is provided through the USB connection, making a power adapter unnecessary.
The Network Adapter’s LEDs show you how the Adapter is functioning.
Power Green. This LED will light up to let you know that the Adapter is
adequately powered over the USB connection.
Link Green. The Link LED will be lit steadily when the Network
Adapter is connected to your wireless network. The LED will
blink when there is wireless network traffic.
Chapter 4: Software Installation and
Configuration for Windows 2000
The Wireless A/G USB Network Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation
procedure. The Setup Wizard will install the WLAN Monitor and driver, as well as configure the
Adapter.
1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run
automatically. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter
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