U-MEDIA WUB-310A User Manual

802.11b/g Wireless USB Adapter

User's Guide

Version 1.0

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

Maximum average SAR (1g) (FOR DSSS) is 0.275W/kg.
Maximum average SAR (1g) (FOR OFDM) is 0.109W/kg.

U-MEDIA declares that WUB-310A, ( FCC ID: SI5WUB310A ) is limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4 
GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.

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

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:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment, under
47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2).
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

This device was tested for typical by stander conditions that may occur during use. To comply with
FCC RF exposure requirements a minimum separation distance of 1.5cm must be maintained
between the user’s body and the device, including the antenna.

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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.

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Table of Contents

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference statement 2
CE Mark Warning 3

Chapter 1 - Getting Started

1.1 About Your 802.11b/g WLAN USB Adapter 5

1.2 Package Content 5

1.3 System Requirement 5

1.4 LED Definition 6

1.5 Adapter Hardware and Utility Installation 6

1.6 Using the Utility to Configure Your Network 14

Chapter 2 – Maintenance

2.1 The Version Screen 25

2.2 Uninstalling the Driver 25

2.3 Uninstall the Client Utility 25

2.3 Upgrading the Wireless Utility 25

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Chapter 1 - Getting Started

This chapter introduces the Adapter and prepares you to use the Wireless Utility.

1.1 About Your 802.11b/g WLAN USB Adapter

The Adapter is an IEEE 802.11b, and 802.11g compliant wireless LAN adapter. With the Adapter,
you can enjoy wireless mobility within almost any wireless networking environment.

The following lists the main features of your Adapter.

9 Your Adapter can communicate with other IEEE 802.11b/g compliant wireless devices.
9 Automatic rate selection.
9 Standard data transmission rates up to 54 Mbps.

9 Offers 64-bit, 128-bit and 152-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) data encryption for

network security.

9 Supports IEEE802.1x and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).
9 Low CPU utilization allowing more computer system reso urces for other programs.
9 A built-in antenna.
9 Driver support for Windows XP/2000.

1.2 Package Content

¾ 802.11b/g WLAN USB Adapter
¾ Installation and Manual CD
¾ Quick Start Guide
¾ Warranty/Registration Adapter

1.3 System Requirement

z Pentium class notebook computers with at least one available USB slot
z Microsoft Windows XP or 2K
z CD-ROM drive

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1.4 LED Definition

The following table describes the LED on the 802.11b/g WLAN USB Adapter

LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION

OFF The Adapter has no connection

LINK Green

Blinking Slowly The Adapter is co nnected
Blinking The Adapter is se nding or receiving data

1.5 Adapter Hardware and Utility Installation

NOTE: If you have connected the USB Adapter to your computer, please
remove it first.

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

STEP 1

Insert the Driver and Utility CD into CD drive

STEP 2

If your CD Autorun is ena bled, the Main Installation Menu will show. (Otherwise open your CD
folder and double-click on the “setup.exe” file)

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STEP 3

Click the button of INSTALL. The InstallShield wizard prepares for installation.

STEP 4

The InstallShield Wizard prompts you for confirm ation. Click Next on the following menu.

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STEP 5

Choose to install client utility and driver or install driver only.
We recommend proceeding with “Install Client Utilities and Driver”

STEP 6

A warning question will pop up, click “Yes” on it.

STEP 7

In the destination Folder screen you are asked to confirm the Destination Folder for the
application software. If you would like, you may change the destination folder to another location.
Click Next

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