TRENDNET TEW684UB Users Manual

Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 4

Features......................................................................................................................... 4

Package Content............................................................................................................ 4

System Requirement...................................................................................................... 4

Wireless Performance Considerations............................................................................ 5

Installation............................................................................................................................. 6

Using the Utility ..................................................................................................................... 8

Profile............................................................................................................................. 9

Advanced......................................................................................................................12

Wi-Fi Direct ...................................................................................................................14

Link Information.............................................................................................................20

Link Status ....................................................................................................................20

Throughput....................................................................................................................20

Statistics........................................................................................................................21

About.............................................................................................................................21

WPS.....................................................................................................................................22

PIN Method ...................................................................................................................22

PBC Method..................................................................................................................24

Security................................................................................................................................25

WEP..............................................................................................................................25

WPA-PSK .....................................................................................................................27

WPA..............................................................................................................................28

Appendix ..............................................................................................................................32

Glossary........................................................................................................................32

Specification..................................................................................................................33

Limited Warranty ...........................................................................................................34

Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 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 Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

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. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of

product could be used in typical laptop computer with USB slot. Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified and may not compliance with related RF

at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with

exposure rule and such use shall be prohibited.

any other antenna or transmitter

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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. This transmitter must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Introduction

TRENDnet’s compact 450Mbps Dual Band Wireless N USB Adapter, model TEW-684UB, connects a laptop or desktop computer to an ultra-high performance 450Mbps dual band wireless network. Quickly connect to a 450Mbps 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless network at the touch of a button with the convenience of one-touch Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Seamlessly stream HD video over the less congested 5GHz band. Place the adapter in the most ergonomic location with the included USB extension cable. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology with three spatial streams per antenna generates a maximum theoretical wireless throughput of 450Mbps. WMM® Quality of Service (QoS) technology prioritizes gaming, Internet calls, and video streams. LEDs on the front of the adapter convey device status. Upgrade your computer’s wireless connection to experience the speed of a 450Mbps network.

Features

x 1 x USB 2.0 connector x Wi-Fi compliant with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a standards x One-touch wireless connection with external Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button x Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technology x Maximum reliability, throughput, and connectivity with automatic data rate switching x Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2-RADIUS, and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK x Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) Quality of Service (QoS) data prioritization x Easy user setup and intuitive diagnostic utility x Coverage of up to 50 meters indoor (164 feet) and 100 meters outdoor (320 feet)* x 3-year limited warranty

Package Content

x TEW-684UB x CD-ROM (Utility and Driver) x Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide x USB cable 100cm (39.3 in)

System Requirement

x Pentium class notebook computers with at least one available USB slot x Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP and 2K x CD-ROM drive

Wireless Performance Considerations

There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.

1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather than

at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal you will lose.

2. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the range of

a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will minimize the amount of obstructions between them.

3. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.

4. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for your wireless devices.

5. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.

6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such as

2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone may not be in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s base station as far away as possible from your wireless devices.

If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices or installing additional access points. The use of higher gain antennas may also provide the necessary coverage depending on the environment.

Installation

Important! DO NOT install the TEW-684UB in the computer until instructed to do so.

Follow the instructions below to install the USB Adapter and Utility.

STEP 1

Insert the Driver and Utility CD into CD drive

STEP 2

Click “Install Utility” button. If your CD Autorun is enabled, the installation procedures will be started. (Otherwise open your CD folder and double-click on the “setup.exe” file)

STEP 3

Select I accept the terms and of the license agreement and click Next.

STEP 4

Select Install driver and TRENDnet WLAN utility and click Next.

STEP 5

Select TRENDnet Configuration Tool and click Next.

STEP 6

Click Install on it.

STEP 7

Click Finish to complete the client utility installation.

Using the Utility

When starting the utility, a small TRENDnet wireless icon appears in the notifications area of the taskbar. You can double click it to maximize the dialog box if you selected to close it earlier. You may also use the mouse's right button to close the utility.

Additionally, the small icon will change color to reflect current wireless network connection

status. The status is shown as follows:

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is good.

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is normal.

: Indicates that it is not yet connected.

: Indicates that a wireless NIC can not be detected.

: Indicates that the connection and signal strength is weak.

Profile

The Profile List keeps a record of your favorite wireless settings at home, office, and other public hot-spots. You can save multiple profiles, and activate the correct one at your preference.

Icons and buttons:

Indicates if a connection made from the currently activated profile.

Indicates if the connection has failed on a currently activated profile.

Indicates the network type is infrastructure mode.

Indicates the network type is in Ad-hoc mode.

Indicates if the network is security-enabled.

Click to add a new profile.

Click to edit an existing profile.

Deletes an existing profile.

Import an existing profile.

Export an existing profile.

Activates the selected profile.

Adding a Profile:

Click "Add" below the Profile List.

The "Add Profile" window will appear.

Enter or specify a profile name. Select an AP from the SSID drop-down list.

Now the profile which the user set appears in the profile list. Click "Activate" icon to

activate the connection.

Pre-logon Connect

Field definitions: Pre-logon Connect: Use ID and Password in Profile.

** Recommend: You need to restart the computer when using/non-using Pre-logon connect

Adding a Profile to the Network using site survey

Select the AP from the list on the Network tab and click the “Add to Profile” button.

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