Wistron NeWeb DRUZ User Manual

Wireless 802.11g

USB 2.0 Adapter

User’s Manual

Wistron NeWeb Corporation

Version 1.0__August, 2004

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Copyright Statement

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Regulatory Information

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 use is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:

Ø Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Ø Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Ø Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different form that to

which the receiver is connected.

Ø Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example-use only shielded

interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) 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 many not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device may accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Important Notice:

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment.
End users must follow the specific operation instruction for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction ____________________________________________4

1.1 Package Contents__________________________________________4

1.2 Main Features of 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapte r ____________________5

1.3 Wireless Networking Scenarios ______________________________5

1.4 Advantages for Using Wireless Network_______________________7

2 Quick Start Guidance_____________________________________8

2.1 Installation _______________________________________________8

2.2 Connecting to an Existing Network __________________________10

2.3 Connecting to an Access Point (AP) _________________________14

3 Step-by-Step Installation _________________________________15

3.1 Installing WLAN 802.11g US B2.0 Adapter_____________________15

3.1.1 Additional Setup Processes _________________________________19

3.2 Setting Your 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter _______________________20

3.3 Removing Your 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter_____________________21

3.4 Uninstalling Your 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter___________________21

4 Creating an Ad -Hoc Network ______________________________23
5 Acting as an Access Point (AP)_____________________________25
6 Using the Utility (Client) _________________________________29

6.1 Link Status Tab ___________________________________________29

6.2 Configure Profile Tab______________________________________30

6.3 Site Survey Tab___________________________________________31

7 Using the Utility (AP) ____________________________________32

7.1 AP Information Tab ________________________________________32

7.2 Access Point Setting _______________________________________33

8 Network Application _____________________________________34

8.1 Surveying the Network Neighborhood _______________________34

8.2 File Sharing ______________________________________________35

9 Product Specification____________________________________37
10 Glossary_______________________________________________38

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1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing our 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter, and welcome to
Wireless LAN - the easiest way to wireless networking!

This user’s manual introduces our 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter and describes the
most common configurations, which will help you connect to your network
easily. Please read this guide to get familiar with the IEEE 802.11g Wireless
LAN. This manual contains detailed instructions in operation of this product.
Please keep this user’s manual for future reference.

As this product is designed especially to run under Microsoft Windows’ system,
it is recommended that to be installed by people who are familiar with the
installation procedures for network operating systems under Microsoft
Windows.

1.1 Package Contents

Your 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter kit includes following items:

u 1 x 802. 11g USB 2.0 Adapter;
u 1 x CD (Utility and Driver Installation Software);
u 1 x User’s Manual.

Note! If any of the items mentioned are missing or mismatched, please

contact your distributor.

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1.2 Main Features of 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter

ü Compact Size for Easy Wireless Enjoyment.
ü High-speed Wireless Connection, up to 54Mbps.
ü IEEE 802.11g (DSSS) Standard for 2.4GHz Wireless LAN.
ü Plug-and-Play Installation.
ü Full Mobility and Seamless Cell-to-Cell Roaming.
ü Worldwide Radio Support.
ü Five Times Faster than 802.11b Wireless LANs.
ü Backward Complaint with 802.11b.
ü Support of the standard Access Point mode for connection to wireless

clients.

ü Supports up to 128-bit WEP.
ü Includes Ad Hoc Mode and Infrastructure Mode Access.
ü Longer Range Support than 802.11a-based WLAN.

1.3 Wireless Networking Scenarios

As our 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter is interoperable and compatible with other
IEEE 802.11g compliant products from other manufacturers, it offers you the
most freedom to establish your ideal wireless network. Therefore, after
installing 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter, you can connect your computer to:

1. A Peer-to-Peer Workgroup of 802.11g compliant wireless devices.

2. A LAN (Local Area Networking) constructed by Access Point(s) or other

802.11g compliant systems.

3. Share your Internet access by using just one connection, share printers
and other peripheral devices, share data and image files between
networked PCs, play multi-player games, and use other network enabled
sharing resources.

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Ad Hoc Mode

A group of wireless stations can form a wireless network without a centralized
Access Point involved. This is called an Independent Basic Service Set (IBSS
or Ad Hoc).

An Ad Hoc Network could be easily set up with this 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter,
PCs or other WLAN devices. Therefore, it is very convenient to buil d a network
for temporary use, such as for demonstration in exhibition, for new sales
point/branch use and alike.

Cooperate LAN (Local Area Networking)

With some 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapters and Access Points, it will be easy to
construct a LAN with access to Internet for enterprise use.
The construction is quite easy that 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter and Access Point
will automatically work at the most suitable frequency when Access Point is set
within the proper range.
In addition, commonly manufactures will bundle the Site-Survey tool for users
to check the communication quality.

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1.4 Advantages for Using Wireless Network

802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter can wirelessly transmit and receive data, minimizing

the need for wired connections, at a speed of up to eleven megabits per
second. With the 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter you can locate your PC wherever
you want without wires or cables.
The 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter provides LAN users with an access to real -time
information anywhere in their organization. The mobility provides effectiveness
and efficiency, which are not available under wired networks.
The 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter configuration is easy to switch between
peer-to-peer networks, suitable for a small number of users, and full
infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allow roaming around a
broad area.
Therefore, you may see many advantages for adopting Wireless Networking
as follows:

- Less Space Limits: The 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter provides access to

network services without wires; therefore, it gives you more freedom to
allocate and style your living and working space. In addition, in some
areas where is hard or expensive to connect to wired networks, such as
historic buildings, classrooms or mobile connectivity, then you can count
on wireless networking.

- Flexible Workgroups and Lower Cost: For workspaces that are

frequently reconfigured for temporarily use such as demo in exhibitions,
wireless networking is easy to set up of lower total cost—and all
equipments are recyclable. You do not have to remove the ol d wires and
then build up the new ones again and again.

- Networked Conference Rooms: Users can access the network as they

move from a meeting to another, getting the access to information/data
and the ability to communicate decisions while “on the go”.

- Ad Hoc Networking : On site consulting and small workgroups may

increase productivity with quick network setup and collaboration software.

- Branch Office Networking : With an Access Point to bridge between the

LAN and Internet, wireless networking provides an easy to install, use and
maintain network for a remote or sales office.

- Campus-Wide Network Mobility: The roaming capabilities allow

enterprise to set up easy to use wireless networks that cover the entire
campus transparently.

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2 Quick Start Guidance

2.1 Installation

1. Insert the Installation CD. It automatically starts the setup program for
software installation.

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2. Follow the Installation Wizard to complete the software installation
process and restart your computer if necessary.

3. Connect your 802.11g USB 2.0 Adapter to your laptop PC or desktop PC.

Note! If your device is connected to an USB 1.1 port, a pop-up message

indicates on your screen, reminding you to set 802.11b as the
default setting to get a better connection quality.

4. Operation System will detect new device and verify the driver
automatically.

2.2 Connecting to an Existing Network

1. Go to Windows Start > Programs > WLAN 802.11g USB2.0 Utility >
WLAN 802.11g USB2.0 Utility to open the utility. The 802.11g USB2.0
Adapter Utility window appears. You can see the wireless configuration

icon in Windows System Tray. Double click the shortcut icon or the
wireless configuration icon to open the utility.

2. 802.11g USB2.0 Adapter automatically searches and connects to an
available network (network with security disabled) if there is any. And then

the red wireless configuration icon changes to Green . Follow the next
step to connect to a designated network.

3. In Site Survey tab, choose (click) one network from the listed available
networks list, and click OK button.

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4. If the chosen network is security enabled, in Configure Profile tab click
Add and Add Profile window pops up. In Configuration tab, you can

either click WEP Encryption Key Setting or WPA Encryption Setting for
the Encryption Setting.

Ø In WEP Encryption Key Setting’s menu, click Change button and create

WEP keys manually . Insert the network key for Key Value, click Apply to
confirm the setting.

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Ø In WPA Encryption Setting’s menu, select specific Protocol, key in User

Name and Password for authentication, then click Apply button. (Further

details contact your network provider).

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