Sercomm UB801RE User Manual

802.11g
USB Wireless Adapter
User Guide
The maximum SAR value reported is 0.532w/kg.
Regulatory Approvals
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 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.
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices).
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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.
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 laptops(notebook).
Channel
The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.
Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channel are available. If using multiple Access Points, it is better if adjacent Access Points use different Channels to reduce interference.
In "Infrastructure" mode, Wireless Stations normally scan all Channels, looking for an Access Point. If more than one Access Point can be used, the one with the strongest signal is used. (This can only happen within an ESS.)
If using "Ad-hoc" mode (no Access Point), all Wireless stations should be set to use the same Channel. However, most Wireless stations will still scan all Channels to see if there is an existing "Ad-hoc" group they can join.
Note:This equipment marketed in USA is restricted by firmware to only operate on 2.4G channel 1-11
.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................1
Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 1
LEDs................................................................................................................................... 1
Operation...........................................................................................................................1
CHAPTER 2 INITIAL INSTALLATION..............................................................................2
Requirements.....................................................................................................................2
Procedure...........................................................................................................................2
CHAPTER 3 USING THE WINDOWS UTILITY................................................................5
Overview ............................................................................................................................5
System Tray Icon...............................................................................................................5
Auto Connect.....................................................................................................................6
Site Survey Screen.............................................................................................................6
Profile Manager Screen .................................................................................................... 8
Network Status Screen....................................................................................................12
About Screen....................................................................................................................13
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................14
USB Adapter....................................................................................................................14
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS..........................................................................16
Modes ...............................................................................................................................16
BSS/ESS............................................................................................................................16
Channels...........................................................................................................................17
WEP & WPA-PSK.......................................................................................................... 17
Wireless LAN Configuration..........................................................................................17
P/N: 9560XW0001
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Document Version: 1.0 (June, 2006)
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Chapter 1
Introduction
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This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Adapter's features and ca­pabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Adapter. The Wireless Adapter pro­vides a wireless network interface for your Notebook or PC.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
The Wireless Adapter Unit
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM containing the on-line manual.
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
LEDs
USB Wireless Adapter
The Wireless Adapter has a single Link/Activity LED.
Link/Act LED
Operation
You should install the supplied software on the CD-ROM before inserting the USB adapter.
On – Associated with the network.
Off - Not associated with the network.
Blinking - Data being transferred.
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Chapter 2
Initial Installation
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This Chapter covers the software installation of the Wireless Adapter.
Requirements
Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP.
Available USB port.
CD-ROM drive.
IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g wireless LAN.
Procedure
You should install the supplied software BEFORE inserting the USB Adapter.
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the drive on your PC.
2. The installation program should start automatically. If it does not, run the SETUP.EXE
program.
3. Select the desired installation language on the screen.
Figure 1: Start Installation
4. On the screen above, click "Next" to start the installation.
5. Step though the procedure until you see the screen below.
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Installation
Figure 2: Installation Screen
6. Click "Continue Anyway" on the screen above.
Figure 3: Information
7. Insert the USB Adapter into your PC, then click "OK".
8. The Windows "New Hardware" wizard will then start.
Select Install the software automatically to allow it to complete the installation of the
Windows driver
If using Windows XP, you may see a warning screen like the example below. If you
do see this screen, just click "Continue Anyway"
Figure 4: Windows XP Warning
9. When the Windows wizard is complete, you will now have a new icon in your system tray,
as shown below.
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