NEXXT SOLUTIONS ION150 User Guide

Ion150

150Mbps WIRELESS N PCI-E ADAPTER

User Guide

Model: NW230NXT45

Unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection

Fast Ethernet Adapter

The Ion-150 allows you to easily upgrade or expand your wireless connectivity

FCC 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 or more of the following

measures:

t Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

t Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

is connected.

t Consult the dealer or an experienced 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.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only

Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a

separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

CE Mark Warning

This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in

which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

National restrictions

This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following

the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:

Country Restriction Reason/remark

Bulgaria None

Outdoor use limited to 10

France

Italy None

Luxembourg None

Norway Implemented

Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications

mW e.i.r.p. within the band

2454-2483.5 MHz

General authorization required for outdoor use and

public service

Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz

band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current

relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012

If used outside of own premises, general authorization is

required

General authorization required for network and service

supply (not for spectrum)

This subsection does not apply for the geographical area

within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund

Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

CONTENTS

Package Contents .................................................................................................... 1

Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................................................... 2

1.1 Overview of the product ...................................................................................................2

1.2 Features...........................................................................................................................2

1.3 LED Status .......................................................................................................................3

Chapter 2 Installation Guide................................................................................ 4

2.1 Hardware Installation........................................................................................................4

2.2 Software Installation.........................................................................................................4

2.2.1 Overview........................................................................................................................... 4

2.2.2 Software Installation for Windows XP............................................................................... 4

2.2.3 Software Installation for Windows Vista ........................................................................... 9

2.2.4 Software Installation for Windows 7 ............................................................................... 12

Chapter 3 Configuration for Windows XP........................................................ 16

3.1 Current Status ................................................................................................................16

3.2 Profile Management .......................................................................................................18

3.2.1 Add or Modify a Configuration Profile............................................................................. 18

3.2.2 Remove a profile............................................................................................................. 23

3.2.3 Switch to a different Profile ............................................................................................ 23

3.2.4 Export a Profile ............................................................................................................... 23

3.2.5 Import a Profile ............................................................................................................... 23

3.2.6 Scan Available Networks................................................................................................ 24

3.2.7 Auto Profile Selection Management ............................................................................... 25

3.3 Diagnostics.....................................................................................................................26

3.3.1 Check Driver Information................................................................................................ 26

3.3.2 Check Receive and Transmit Statistical Information...................................................... 27

Chapter 4 Configuration for Windows Vista .................................................... 28

Chapter 5 Configuration for Windows 7........................................................... 31

Chapter 6 WPS configuration............................................................................ 33

6.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method......................................................................33

6.2 PIN method ....................................................................................................................35

6.2.1 Enter a PIN into your AP device..................................................................................... 36

6.2.2 Enter the PIN from your AP device................................................................................. 37

Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................... 38

Appendix B: Glossary ............................................................................................ 39

Package Contents

The following contents should be found in your box:

One ION-150,150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Quick Installation Guide

One Resource CD for ION-150, including:

t Nexxt Solutions Wireless Client Utility (Nexxt) and Drivers

t User Guide

t Other Helpful Information

Note:

Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with your distributor.

Conventions:

The ‘Adapter’ is used to designate the 150Mbps Wireless PCI-E Adapter, consecutively referred to in this guide simply as the ION-150.

ION-150 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for choosing ION-150 ,150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter.

1.1 Overview of the product

The adapter is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled wireless performance for your PC.

With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet experience, such as downloading,

gaming, video streaming and so on.

The ION-150’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for

maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming; it can also interoperate with other

wireless (802.11n/g/b) products. The adapter supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 encryption to

prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed.

The Quick Setup Wizard guides you step by step through the installation process; the Nexxt

Solutions Wireless Client Utility helps you create a wireless connection immediately.

With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the ION-150 is the

best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity.

1.2 Features

IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards

Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE 802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption, WEP

encryption

Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology to provide a wireless data rate of up to

150Mbps

Automacally adjusts to lower adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations

Provides PCI-E interface

Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes

Good capability on anti-jamming

Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode

Easy to configure and provides monitoring information

Supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7

ION-1501 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Note:

This device leverages some 802.11n features to provide improved performance and coverage compared to 802.11a/g devices, and fully interoperates with 802.11n products if they are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, but it does not conform to all of the requirements in the IEEE specification and is not classified as "n" in the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED program.

1.3 LED Status

Status Working Status

Off The driver has not been installed.

Flashing Slowly

Flashing Quickly There is data being transmitted or received.

The driver has been installed but there is no data being transmitted or received.

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1150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Chapter 2 Installation Guide

2.1 Hardware Installation

To install the adapter, follow these steps listed below:

1. Turn off your desktop PC and disconnect the AC power cable.

2. As soon as you remove the cover of your PC, locate an available PCI slot on the motherboard. Remove the metal slot cover on the back of the PC. Should you need further instructions, consult with your computer manufacturer.

3. Slide the PCI-E Adapter into the PCI-E slot. Make sure that all of its pins are touching the slot's contacts. Once the adapter is firmly in place, secure its fastening tab to your PC's chassis with a mounting screw. Then, close your PC case.

4. Reconnect the AC power cable and turn your desktop PC back on.

2.2 Software Installation

2.2.1 Overview

The Adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the Installation procedure for Windows XP. The Setup Wizard will install the Nexxt Solutions Wireless Client Utility (Nexxt) and drivers.

When you install the hardware prior to installing the software, the system will prompt “Found New Hardware Wizard”, click Cancel, and run the Setup Wizard program on the CD-ROM.

The Setup steps for Windows 2000 and XP are similar with each other. This user guide takes Windows XP for example.

2.2.2 Software Installation for Windows XP

1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. To continue, find the CD/DVD drive where the installation CD is inserted. Open the ION-150 folder, and double-click on Setup.exe.

Then the following screen for preparing setup will appear.

ION-150 150Mbps Wreless N PCI-E Adapter

Figure 2-1

2. After a few seconds, Figure 2-2 will be displayed. Click Next to continue.

Figure 2-2

3. After that, you should choose a Setup type. It is recommended that you select Install Client

Utilities and Driver. Select Install Driver Only to install driver only, select Make Driver Installation Diskette(s) to make the diskette(s) as the installation driver (shown in Figure

2-3). Click Next to continue.

ION-150 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Figure 2-3

4. Click Browse to change the destination location for the software, then click Next in the screen

below (shown in Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4

5. After that, select the program folder, you should create a new folder name or select one from

the Existing Folders list. It is recommended that you keep the default setting. Click Next to

continue the installation.

ION-150 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

Figure 2-5

6. Choose configuration tool, if unsure, leave default setting. Then click Next to continue.

Figure 2-6

ION-150 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

7. Click OK to continue with the Installation. Wait a while for the setup as shown in Figure 2-7 .

Figure 2-7

Note:

For Windows XP, the Setup Wizard will notify you of how to proceed with the installation during

these steps (shown in Figure 2-8). Our drivers have been tested thoroughly, and are able to work

with the operating system. Click Continue Anyway to continue with the Installation.

Figure 2-8

ION-150 150Mbps Wireless N PCI-E Adapter

8. After all all the steps detailed above have been completed, you will see following screen.

Click Finish to reboot the system.

Figure 2-9

2.2.3 Software Installation for Windows Vista

1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. To continue, find the CD/DVD drive where

the installation CD is inserted. Open ION-150 folder, and double-click Setup.exe.

The following screen for preparing setup will now appear.

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