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Rosewill RNX N150NUB User Manual

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RNX-N150NUB
N150 Wireless Nano USB Adapter
REV 1.0.0
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.
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 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand.
SAR measurements are based on a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is
achieved at that distance.
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.
CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Product Overview ................................................................................. 2
1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Features ..................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Hardware Overview ................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 Installation ............................................................................................. 4
2.1 Hardware Installation ................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Software Installation .................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................... 9
3.1 To connect using RWCU ........................................................................................... 9
3.2 To connect using WPS ............................................................................................ 13
3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method ................................................. 13
3.2.2 PIN method ................................................................................................. 15
3.3 To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility .................................................. 17
3.3.1 In Windows XP ........................................................................................... 17
3.3.2 In Windows Vista ........................................................................................ 19
3.3.3 In Windows 7 .............................................................................................. 21
3.3.4 In Windows 8 .............................................................................................. 22
Chapter 4 Management ........................................................................................ 25
4.1 Profile ....................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.1 Add a profile ............................................................................................... 25
4.1.2 Modify a profile ........................................................................................... 30
4.1.3 Delete a profile ........................................................................................... 31
4.2 Advanced ................................................................................................................. 31
4.3 About ....................................................................................................................... 32
Chapter 5 SoftAP Mode ....................................................................................... 33
Chapter 6 Uninstall Software ............................................................................... 35
6.1 In Windows XP/Vista/7 ............................................................................................ 35
6.1.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC ................................................. 35
6.1.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC ................................................ 37
6.2 In Windows 8 ........................................................................................................... 37
6.2.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC ................................................. 37
6.2.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC ................................................ 39
Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................... 41
Appendix B: Glossary ............................................................................................ 42
RNX-N150NUB
N150 Wireless Nano USB Adapter

Package Contents

Please verify that all the package contents below are available.
One RNX-N150NUB N150 Wireless Nano USB Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
One resource CD for RNX-N150NUB, including:
• Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility (RWCU) and Drivers
• User Guide
• Other helpful information
Make sure that the above items are contained in the package. If any of the above items are
damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.
Note:
The ‘adapter’ mentioned in this User Guide stands for RNX-N150NUB N150 Wireless Nano
USB Adapter without any explanations.
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Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction

The adapter is a 802.11n client device designed to deliver a high-speed and unrivaled wireless
performance for your desktop. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet
experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming.
With the 802.11n technology, the RNX-N150NUB’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet
transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming,
and it can also interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g) products. The adapter supports WEP,
WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information
from being exposed.
The adapter is easy to install and manage with the Quick Setup Wizard guiding you step-by-step
through the installation process and the utility instructing you to quickly set up a wireless
connection.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the RNX-N150NUB is
the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop.

1.2 Features

Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11x, IEEE 802.11e,
IEEE 802.11i standards
Supports WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption,
Authentication
Supports high rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically
adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
Provides USB 2.0 interface
Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes
Good capability on anti-jamming
Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode
Easy to configure and provides monitoring information
Supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8
802.1x
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being transmitted or

1.3 Hardware Overview

LED status:
Status Working Status
The driver has not been installed;
Off
The adapter's radio has been disabled.
Flashing Slowly
Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received.
The driver has been installed but no data is
received.
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Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Hardware Installation

Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.
Note:
The prompted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed
correctly. Click Cancel.

2.2 Software Installation

The adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures for Windows XP,
Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. The procedures in different systems are quite
similar, therefore here takes the procedures in Windows 8 for example.
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive and then go to My Computer.
Double-click CD-ROM RNX-N150NUB_v1.0, and you will see the window as shown in
Figure 2-1. Double-click Setup.exe to start the installation.
Figure 2-1
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2. The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-2
3. Select Install Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver, and then click Next.
Figure 2-3
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4. Click Change… to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it
default. Click Next in the screen below to continue.
5. Click Install to continue the setup.
Figure 2-4
Figure 2-5
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6. The utility and drivers will install. This may take 1-2 minutes.
Figure 2-6
7. After all the steps above, you will see the screen below. Click Finish to complete the setup.
Figure 2-7
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8. After installation, the utility configuration page will automatically pop up as shown in the
following figure and the icon
will appear in your system tray. To connect to a network,
please refer to Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network.
Figure 2-8
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Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network

With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer, you can quickly
connect to a wireless network using one of the following methods.
Method One:
To connect using RWCU
RNX-N150NUB uses the Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility (RWCU) as the management
software. The utility provides you an easy interface to connect to a network and to change any
settings related to the wireless adapter.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using RWCU
Method Two:
To connect using WPS
By this method, you can connect to your network quickly on the condition that your router or
access point supports WPS as is called by some other brands.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using WPS
Method Three:
To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility
Windows users may use the built-in wireless utility to connect to a wireless network.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility
.
.
.

3.1 To connect using RWCU

1. After installation, the utility configuration page will automatically pop up on the screen. If the
utility page does not pop up, you can also launch the utility by double-clicking on the
icon on your desktop.
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Figure 3-1
2. The Network page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. To
connect to a network, simply highlight the wireless network name and click Connect.
SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless network. The adapter will
automatically connect to your target network next time if you tick Connect automatically.
3. You will be prompted different windows when you choose wireless network of different
security types.
1) Wireless network of WPA/WPA2-Personal
If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA/WPA2-Personal, you will be
Figure 3-2
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prompted to enter the password in the security key field, as shown in Figure 3-3. Or you
can push the WPS button on your Router (if it features the WPS function) to quickly build a
connection without entering the security key (password).
Figure 3-3
Note:
The security key (password) can be found on the configuration page of your Router or Access
Point.
2) Wireless network of WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, you will be
prompted to choose a type of authentication, either Certificate or Password. With
Certificate as your authentication, you need to select one specific certificate from the
drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-4. With Password as your authentication, you should
enter the right user name and password in the corresponding field, as shown in Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-4
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