11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter
Date of Issue: January. 25, 2002
Technical Support
The firmware version of the MiniUSB Wireless Adapter is displayed on the utility
Users could download the most recent software version from the supplier’s web site or refer to
the selling contact for the latest software information. If you have difficulty resolving the problem
while installing or using the 11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter, please contact the supplier for
support.
About
About This Manual
11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter User Manual is first published on January, 2002. The
manual includes procedures for the setup of the 11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter under
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98 or Windows ME. Take a moment to read through
this manual and familiarize yourself with wireless technology.
wind ow.
FCC Information
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, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communications Commission (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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
2. 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.
Limited Warranty
This Warranty constitutes the sole and exclusive remedy of any buyer or reseller’s equipment and the
sole and exclusive liability of the supplier in connection with the products and is in lieu of all other
warranties, express, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular use and all other obligations or liabilities of the supplier.
In no even will the supplier or any other party or person be liable to your or anyone else for any
damages, including lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages, or inability to
use the software provided on the software media even if the supplier or the other party person has been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
The following are special terms applicable to your hardware warranty as well as services you may use
during part of the warranty period. Your formal Warranty Statement, including the warranty
applicable to our Wireless LAN products, appears in the Quick Installation Guide, which accompanies
your products.
Duration of Hardware Warranty:
Replacement, Repair or Refund Procedure for Hardware:
If your unit need s a repair or replacement, return it to your dealer/distributor in its original packaging.
One Year
When returning a defective product for Warranty, always include the following documents:
The Warranty Repair Card
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A copy of the invoice/proof of purchase, and
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The RMA Report Form (To receive a Return Materials Authorization form (RMA), please contact
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the party from whom you purchased the product).
Upon proof-of-purchase we shall, at its option, repair or replace the defective item at no cost to the
buyer.
This warranty is contingent upon proper use in the application for which the products are intended and
does not cover products which have been modified without the reseller ’s approval or which have been
subjected to unusual physical or electrical demands or damaged in any way.
Please complete the information below and include it along with your products.
Name:
Title:
Company:
Telephone:
Fax:
Email:
City/State/Zipcode:
Country:
Product Name:
Serial Number:
MAC Address:
Invoice Date:
Product Description:
If you have any further questions, please contact your local authorized reseller for support.
Table of Contents
FCC Information
Limited Warranty
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Chapter 1 About MiniUSB Wireless Adapter...........................................1
1-1 Features and Benefits................................ ............................................ 1
1-2 Applications................................ .......................................................... 2
1-3 Product Kit........................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 Getting Started...........................................................................4
2-1 Before Installation ................................................................................. 4
Chapter 3 Install Driver for Windows ........................................................5
3-1 Set up MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows XP...............................5
3-2 Set up MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows 2000.......................... 11
3-3 Set up MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows 98/ ME ...................... 14
Chapter 4 Configure the MiniUSB Adapter...........................................18
4-1 Install the WLAN Utility...................................................................... 18
4-2 Use the WLAN Utility.......................................................................... 20
Limited Warranty
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About MiniUSB Wireless Adapter
1
The 11Mbps IEEE 802.11b MiniUSB Wireless Adapter is a standard USB adapter that fits into any
standard USB slot in a notebook computer. Its 11Mbps data rate gives equivalent Ethernet speed to
access corporate network or the Internet in a wireless environment. In addition, a detachable antenna
version is specifically designed for system integrator application. When installed, 11Mbp s MiniUSB
Wireless Adapter is able to communicate with any 802.11 and 802.11b compliant products.
1-1 Features and Benefits
1. Fully IEEE 802.11b compatible.
2. Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust, interference-resistant
and secure wireless connection.
3. Supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps data rate.
4. Working range up to 800 ft. in an open environment.
5. Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN’s augments existing networks
quickly and easily.
6. Greater flexibility to locate or move networked PCs.
7. Wireless connection without the cost of cabling.
8. Easy to install and user friendly, just Plug and Play.
9. Low power consumption.
10. Supports a variety of operating systems (Win98/ME/2000/XP)
11. 64-bit and 128-bits WEP encryption capable.
12. Provides Window-based Diagnostic Tools, most notably, Site Survey, Link Quality Test and
Access Point Browser.
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1-2 Applications
11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter offers a fast, reliable, cost -effective solution for wireless client
access to the network in applications like these:
1. Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
2. Difficult-to-wire environments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open area where wiring is difficult to
deploy .
3. Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently rearrange the workplace and change
location.
4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
C1- Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites where a temporary network will be
practical.
C2- Retailers, airline and shipping companies need additional workstations during peak period.
C3- Auditors requiring workgroups at customer sites.
5. Access to database for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers, accessing their database while being mobile in the hospital, retail
store or office campus.
6. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users
SOHO users need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.
7. High security connection
The secure wireless network can be installed quickly and provide flexibility. (Please refer to
page 22 for encryption configuration.)
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1-3 Product Kit
11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter comes with the following items. Please go through each item
below. If any of listed items appears to be damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer.
11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter
11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter ………………….…………………….….….. x 1
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MiniUSB Cable …………………………………………………………………….. x1
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11Mbps PC Card Software and Documentation CD…………………… ……..…... x 1
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11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter Quick Start Guide……..…………………..… x 1
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Getting Started
2
This chapter describes the instructions that guide you through the proper installation of your 11Mbps
MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for the Windows XP/2000/ME/98 operating systems.
The complete installation of the 11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter consists of the following steps:
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 34
2-1 Before Installation
In addition to the items shipped with the client adapter, you will also need the following in order to
install the adapter:
1. Because the MiniUSB Wireless Adapter is built into your notebook/laptop, you may directly
: Install the corresponding driver and utility.
: Set basic settings.
: Finish Installation.
proceed to the driver installation for your MiniUSB Wireless Adapter.
2. A computer equipped with a Type II or Type III USB slot, and a USB card and socket services
compliant with revision 2.10 of the USB specification (or higher).
3. Windows XP/2000/98/ME (with a Windows installation CD-ROM, diskettes for use during
installation)
4. Minimum 500 Kbytes free disk space for installing driver and utility program.
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Install Driver for Windows
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This section describes the installation of the 11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter driver for the
Windows 98/ME /2000 and Windows XP operating systems. The installation procedures for
Windows XP refer to
see
3-2 Set up
MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows 98/ME.
MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows 200 0;
Note:
in case you might need certain system files.
3-1 Set up MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows XP
for Win dows 98/ME refer to
Before you start the installation, you are advised to keep the Windows CD-ROM
3-1 Set up MiniUSB Wireless Adapter for Windows XP
Step 1:
the Windows will auto-detect the MiniUSB Wireless Adapter and a “
Wizard
driver.
After inserting the 11Mbps MiniUSB Wireless Adapter into the USB slot on your notebook,
” window will show up. Select “
Install from a list or specific (Advanced)
; for Windows 2000 please
3-3 Set up
Found New Hardware
” to install the
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