
Quick Installation Guide
Wireless PCI Adapter RNX-N300

Quick Installation Guide
Wireless PCI Adapter RNX-N300
The high-speed wireless PCI 2.0 client adapter is the most convenient way to let you put into a
desktop computer almost anywhere without the hassle of running network cables. Now you
don’t need to suffer from drilling holes and exposed cables. Once you are connected, you can
do anything, just like the wired network. This PCI adapter operates seamlessly in 2.4GHz
frequency spectrum supporting the 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11nwireless standards. It’s the
best way to add wireless capability to your existing wired network or simply surf the web.
For advanced configuration, refer to the User’s Manual in the CD-ROM provided.
PCI Adapter Description
The PCI adapter is a standard PCI adapter that fits into PCI 2.2 interface. The PCI adapter has two LED
indicators and two external detachable antennas.
LINKand PowerLED Indicators
PCI Adapter for Windows 2000/XP/Vista – Installation
During the installation, Vista may need to copy systems files from its installation CD. Therefore,
you may need a copy of the Windows installation CD at hand before installing the drivers.
Follow the steps below in order to install the PCI adapter drivers:
1. Insert the CD-ROM that was provided to you in this package. The setup should run
automatically. If the setup does not run automatically, then you must manually select the
setup.exe file from the CD-ROM drive.
2. Once the setup begins you will see the InstallShield Wizard. Select Rosewill Configuration
Tool and then click on the Next> button.
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Quick Installation Guide
Wireless PCI Adapter RNX-N300
3. Click on the Install button to begin the installation.
4. The installation is complete. Click on the Finish button.
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Quick Installation Guide
Wireless PCI Adapter RNX-N300
5. Carefully insert the PCI adapter into the PCI port. Windows will then detect and install
the new hardware.
6. An R icon will then appear in the system tray. Right click on the R icon and then click on
Launch Config Utilities.
Note: Click on Use Zero Configuration as Configuration Utility if you would like to use
Windows Zero Config.
PCI Adapter Adding a Profile – Windows 2000/XP/Vista
The Profile tab is used to store the settings of multiple Access Points such as home,
office, café, etc. When adding a profile you are required to enter a profile name and
SSID as well as configure the power-saving mode, network type, RTS/fragmentation
threshold and encryption/authentication settings.
1. Profile: Enter a name for the profile; this does not need to be the same as the SSID.
2. SSID: Enter the SSID of the network or select one from the drop-down list.
3. Network Type: Select Infrastructure from the drop-down list.
4. TX Power: Select a transmit power from the drop-down list..
5. Click on the Apply button to save the changes.
For advanced configuration, refer to the User’s Manual in the CD-ROM provided.
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