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USERS MANUAL

User Guide®WiFi-g™ Onboard3-in-1 Wireless LAN Adapter54 MbpsE1667
iiChecklistCopyright © 2004 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may bereproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into anylanguage in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser forbackup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.(“ASUS”).Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified oraltered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2)the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHEREXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIESOR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BELIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES(INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USEOR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEENADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT ORERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHEDFOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIMEWITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS.ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS ORINACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTSAND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registeredtrademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification orexplanation and to the owners’ benefit, without intent to infringe.E1667First Edition V1June 2004
iiiFeaturesContentsNotices ............................................................................................ vSafety statements ........................................................................... viAbout this guide ............................................................................ viiiASUS contact information .............................................................. ixWiFi-g™ specifications summary .................................................. xxChapter 1: Product introduction1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-21.2 Features ............................................................................. 1-21.3 LED and antenna port ........................................................ 1-41.4 Recommended network setup ............................................ 1-51.4.1 Ad-hoc mode ......................................................... 1-51.4.2 Infrastructure mode ................................................ 1-51.4.3 Software Access Point (Soft AP) ............................ 1-61.4.4 Wireless bridge (Wireless Distribution System) ..... 1-7Chapter 2: Installation2.1 Installation .......................................................................... 2-22.1.1 System requirements ............................................. 2-22.1.2 Installing the antenna ............................................. 2-22.1.3 Operating range ..................................................... 2-32.2 Driver and utilities installation ............................................. 2-4Chapter 3: Setting up3.1 Setting the card in your home ............................................ 3-23.2 One Touch wizard ............................................................... 3-23.2.1 Launching the One Touch wizard........................... 3-23.2.2 Creating your own wireless LAN ............................ 3-33.2.3 Connecting to an access point ............................... 3-73.2.4 Connecting to another wireless device .................. 3-83.3 Customized setup............................................................. 3-10
ivSafeguardsContentsChapter 4: Software support4.1 Support CD information ...................................................... 4-24.2 Control Center .................................................................... 4-34.2.1 Control Center icons .............................................. 4-34.2.2 Right-click menu .................................................... 4-44.2.3 Left-click menu ....................................................... 4-44.3 Wireless Settings ................................................................ 4-44.4 Mobile Manager.................................................................. 4-54.5 Site Monitor ........................................................................ 4-64.6 Other menu options ............................................................ 4-74.6.1 Activate Configuration ............................................ 4-74.6.2 Help Menu ............................................................. 4-74.6.3 Preferences ........................................................... 4-74.6.4 About Control Center ............................................. 4-7Appendix: Wireless LAN channelsWireless LAN channels ............................................................... A-2
vNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:• This device may not cause harmful interference, and• This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aclass B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:• 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 towhich the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.CAUTION! You are cautioned that changes or modifications notexpressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could voidyour authority to operate the equipment.Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993.Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives andRecords Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.
viSafety statementsRegulatory Information/DisclaimersInstallation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordancewith the instructions included in the user documentation provided with theproduct. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to thisdevice that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is notresponsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorizedmodification of this device, or the substitution of the connecting cables andequipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of theuser to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification,substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers ordistributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of governmentregulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.CAUTION! To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposureguidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated withminimum distance [20cm] between the radiator and your body. Use onthe supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, orattachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCCregulations.Safety InformationIn order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, thisequipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance [20cm]between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna.Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage thetransmitter and may violate FCC regulations.CAUTION! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved inthis manual could void your authorization to use this device.MPE StatementYour device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted itsends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal.
viiCaution Statement of the FCC Radio FrequencyExposureThis Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC BulletinOET 65C and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47Sections 2.1091 and 15.247(b)(5) addressing RF Exposure from radiofrequency devices. The radiation output power of this Wireless LAN deviceis far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, thisdevice shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contactduring normal operation – as a mobile or portable device but use in a body-worn way is strictly prohibit. When using this device, a certain separationdistance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RFexposure compliance. In order to comply with the RF exposure limitsestablished in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between theantennas and the user should not be less than [20cm].RF ExposureThe antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operatingin conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.Safety statements
viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need to install and configureyour ASUS WiFi-g™ wireless solution.How this guide is organizedThis guide contains the following parts:• Chapter 1: Product introductionThis chapter describes the general features of the ASUS WiFi-g™wireless solution. The chapter also presents the LED indications, andrecommended WiFi-g™ network settings.• Chapter 2: InstallationThis chapter provides step by step instructions on installing the wirelessLAN adapter drivers and software applications using the support CD.•Chapter 3: Setting upThis chapter provides information on how to set up the WiFi-g™ in yourhome or office network using the setup wizard.• Chapter 4: Software supportThis chapter provides information on several software applicationsincluded in the WiFi-g™ support CD.• AppendixThe Appendix lists the wireless LAN channels available for use in yourcountry or location.Conventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of thefollowing symbols used throughout this guide.WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying tocomplete a task.CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the componentswhen trying to complete a task.IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
ixASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Address 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Web site www.asus.com.twTechnical SupportTelephoneMB/Component +886-2-2890-7121 (English)Notebook +886-2-2890-7122 (English)Server/PC +886-2-2890-7123 (English)Networking +886-2-2890-7902 (English)Support fax +886-2-2890-7698ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)Address 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USAFax +1-510-608-4555E-mail tmd1@asus.comWeb site usa.asus.comTechnical SupportTelephoneGeneral +1-502-995-0883Notebook +1-510-739-3777Support fax +1-502-933-8713Support e-mail tsd@asus.comASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)Address Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, GermanyTelephone +49-2102-95990Fax +49-2102-959911Online contact www.asuscom.de/salesTechnical SupportTelephone +49-2102-95990Fax +49-2102-959911Online support www.asuscom.de/supportWeb site www.asuscom.de/newsASUS COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)Address P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.Telephone +9714-283-1774Fax +9714-283-1775Web site www.ASUSarabia.com
xWiFi-g™ specifications summaryIEEE 802.11g; IEEE 802.11bPCI busOctogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)802.11g: 54 Mbps with auto-fallback to 48, 36, 24,18, 12, 9, and 6 Mbps802.11b: 11 Mbps with auto-fallback to 5.5, 2, and1 MbpsInfrastructure modeAd-hoc modeSoftware Access Point (Soft AP) mode*Wireless Bridge (Wireless Distribution System) mode*2.4 GHz ~ 2.5 GHz64-bit/128-bit configurable WEP encryptionWi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)802.11b operationIndoor : 130ft (40m)Outdoor : 1000ft (310m) LOS**802.11g operationIndoor : 80ft (25m)Outdoor : 200ft (60m) LOS**IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g devicesWindows® 2000/XP/Server 2003Detacheable dipolar antennaGreen data transmission (AIR) LEDOne Touch Setup WizardControl CenterWireless SettingsMobile Manager (client mode)Site Monitor (client mode)StandardInterfaceTechnologyData transfer rateSupported networksFrequency bandSecurityOperating distanceCompatibilitySupported OSAntennaLEDSoftware support* Supported only when using Windows® XP and Server 2003 32-bit version.** Line-of-SightSpecifications are subject to change without notice.
Chapter 1This chapter describes the generalfeatures of the ASUS WiFi-g™wireless solution. The chapter alsopresents the LED indications, andrecommended WiFi-g™ networksettings.Product introduction
1-2Chapter 1: Product introduction1.1 Welcome!Thank you for choosing the ASUS WiFi-g™ wireless solution!The WiFi-g™ is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN)adapter designed for home or office use. Conforming to IEEE 802.11gstandard for WLAN, the ASUS WiFi-g™ is capable of up to 54 Mbps datatransmission rate using the Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)and the Octogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing technologies. TheWiFi-g™ is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802.11b standardallowing seamless integration of both wireless LAN standards in a singlenetwork.The WiFi-g™ also supports several wireless network configurationincluding Infrastructure, Ad-hoc, Soft Access Point, and Wireless Bridge(Wireless Distribution System) giving you flexibility to your existing orfuture wireless network configurations.To provide efficient security to your wireless communication, WiFi-g™employs both 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-FiProtected Access (WPA) encryptions.With these and many more, ASUS WiFi-g™ is sure to keep you ahead inthe world of wireless computing.1.2 FeaturesNo hardware installationBecause the WiFi-g™ wireless LAN adapter comes embedded in yourASUS Premium motherboard, no hardware installation is needed. Justinstall the drivers and utilities from the motherboard support CD and startcomputing wirelessly in no time.54Mbps speed advantageWith data transmission rate up to five times faster than IEEE 802.11bstandards, the WiFi-g™ breaks the wireless data transmission speedbarrier to give you faster Internet connection and file sharing capabilities.Easy integrationThe WiFi-g™ is compatible with all IEEE 802.11b devices so you can stilluse your IEEE 802.11b devices in the WiFi-g™ network.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution1-3One Touch setup wizardDesigned for novice home users and experts alike, the One Touch setupwizard guides you through the entire setup process without the hassles ofconfiguring confusing network settings.The One Touch wizard guides you in configuring the WiFi-g™ as anaccess point and intelligently configures the Internet connection sharingsettings so you can easily share your Internet connection with othercomputers in your home or office network.Soft access point functionIf you are using the 32-bit version of Windows® XP/Server 2003 operatingsystem, you can transform the WiFi-g™ into a Software Access Point(SoftAP). As Soft AP, WiFi-g™ can support an unlimited number of clientcomputers with wireless LAN adapters making it an ideal solution forhomes and offices with single Internet connection or network printer.Wireless bridge capabilityIntegrate several wireless LANs using the wireless bridge capability of theWiFi-g™. Using the bundled software applications, you can connectseveral wireless LANs without buying expensive wireless LAN peripherals.Moveable omni-directional antennaA moveable, omni-directional antenna comes with your WiFi-g™ tomaximize your wireless coverage.
1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionLED indicatorsRefer to the table below for LED indications.LED Status IndicationAIR On The WiFi-g™ is on but has no data activity.Off The WiFi-g™ is off.Flashing The WiFi-g™ is transmitting and/or receiving data.1.3 LED and antenna portThe WiFi-g™ comes with a green data transmission LED (AIR) and anantenna port located at the motherboard rear panel.The location of the WiFi-g™ data transmission LED and antenna portmay vary on other motherboard models.AIR LEDAntenna port
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution1-51.4 Recommended network setupYou can use the ASUS WiFi-g™ in various wireless networkconfigurations. It is recommended that you select the most appropriateconfiguration for your wireless home or office network.1.4.1 Ad-hoc modeWhen in Ad-hoc mode, the WiFi-g™connects to another wireless devicewithin its operating range. Selectthis configuration when no accesspoint (AP) is present in yourwireless network.The following descriptions are for reference only and may not exactlymatch your actual network configuration.1.4.2 Infrastructure modeIn Infrastructure mode, the wirelessnetwork is centered on an accesspoint (AP) that provides a centrallink for wireless clients tocommunicate with each other orwith a wired network.In this setup, the WiFi-g™ functionsas a wireless client/station thatconnects to an AP to establishconnection to a wired or wirelessLAN.Internet ADSL Modem Access PointStation 1Station 2WiFi-g™Station 1MODEStation 1Station 2WiFi-g™
1-6Chapter 1: Product introduction1.4.3 Software Access Point (Soft AP)You can configure the WiFi-g™ as a software access point (Soft AP). Inthis mode, the WiFi-g™ becomes the access point that connects wirelessclients to the Internet or network printer.Set WiFi-g™ to this mode if:1. you are using Windows® XP/Windows® Server 2003 operating system2. the motherboard has an onboard Ethernet/Gigabit LAN adapterThe WiFi-g™ Soft AP feature can support an unlimited number of wirelessclients and is ideal for homes with several computers but with only a singleInternet connection and/or one printer.Internet ADSL ModemPrinter 1Client 1Client 2Client 3Client 4WiFi-g™MODE
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution1-71.4.4 Wireless bridge(Wireless Distribution System)In a wireless bridge setup, the WiFi-g™ connects two or more APs whilemaintaining connection to its wireless clients. The wireless bridge featureof the WiFi-g™ is a cost-effective solution for integrating several wirelessnetworks.Internet ADSL ModemPrinter 1Client 1AccessPoint 1Client 2WiFi-g™MODEPrinter 2MODEAccessPoint 2Client 1 Client 2 Client 1 Client 2
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Chapter 2This chapter provides step by stepinstructions on installing the WiFi-g™drivers and utilities to your computer.This part also provides information oninstalling the WiFi-g™ antenna.Installation
2-2Chapter 2: Card installation2.1 Installation2.1.1 System requirementsBefore installing the WiFi-g™ drivers and utilities, make sure that yoursystem meets the following requirements.• ASUS motherboard with onboard WiFi-g™ solution*• Intel® Pentium™ 4AMD Duron; Athlon™XP/64/64FX; Opteron™ system• Minimum 64MB system memory• Operating systemStation mode: Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003AP/wireless bridge mode: Windows® XP/Server 2003• Optical drive for utilities and driver installation*Visit the ASUS website for an updated list of motherboards withonboard WiFi-g™ wireless LAN adapter.2.1.2 Installing the antennaThe WiFi-g™ wireless solution comes with an omni-directional andmoveable dipolar antenna to maximize the WiFi-g™ coverage.To install the antenna:1. Locate the wireless LAN atennaport on the motherboard rearpanel.2. Connect the antenna twist-onconnector (female) to thewireless LAN antenna port(male).3. Place the antenna at anelevated location to receive ortransmit better signal.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution2-32.1.3 Operating rangeThe WiFi-g™ range is dependent on the operating environment. Everyhome or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or wall types that couldreflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two wireless devices in anopen space can achieve an operating distance of up to 200 ft, while thesame devices can only achieve up to 80 ft when used indoors.By default, the device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain anoperational wireless transmission. Therefore, a wireless device that isclose to the access point may operate at higher speeds while a wirelessdevice far from the access point may operate at lower speeds.Site surveyA site survey (utility provided with the ASUS WiFi-g™) analyzes theinstallation environment and recommends the best location for wirelessLAN devices and access points.• Do not place the antenna under your table or in a closedcompartment.• The speed of wireless transmission decreases as you move fartherfrom the access point. Minimize the distance between the WiFi-g™and the access point (Infrastructure mode) or between theWiFi-g™ and other wireless devices to achieve a faster datatransmission rate.
2-4Chapter 2: Card installation2.2 Driver and utilities installation• The contents of the motherboard support CD are subject to changewithout notice. Visit the ASUS website for driver/utilities updates.• If you are using a Windows® operating system, your computerauto-detects the WiFi-g™ during start-up and displays an AddNew Hardware Wizard window. Click Cancel then proceed withthe following instructions.To install the WiFi-g™ driver and utilities:1. Place the motherboard support CD to the optical drive.2. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabledin your computer. Click the ASUS Wireless LAN Adapter option.If Autorun is not enabled in your computer, locate and browse theASUS WiFi-g™ folder on the support CD, then double click theSetup.exe file to begin installation.3. Click Install ASUS WLAN Card Utilities/Driver when the ASUSWiFi-g™ installation window appears.4. Follow screen instructions to install the WiFi-g™ driver and utilities.5. Restart your computer after installation is done.
Chapter 3This chapter provides information onhow to set up the WiFi-g™ in yourhome or office network using thesetup wizard.Setting up
3-2Chapter 3: Setting up3.1 Setting the card in your homeAfter you have installed the WiFi-g™ drivers and utilities to your system,you are now ready to setup the WiFi-g™ in your home network.Windows® XP wireless optionsIf you are using Windows® XP, a Wireless Option window appears duringstartup. Select “Only use ASUS utilities and disable XP wirelessfunction”, then click OK.3.2 One Touch wizard3.2.1 Launching the One Touch wizardMake sure that you have selected the most appropriate configurationfor your wireless home network before you proceed. Refer to section1.4 “Recommended network setup” for details.The ASUS One Touch Wizard allows you to configure the WiFi-g™through step-by-step screen instructions. This utility launchesautomatically when you restart the system after installing the WiFi-g™drivers and utilities. The wizard helps you to:1. Configure the WiFi-g™ as an access point, and2. Set the Internet connection sharing feature.You can also launch the wizard in the Windows® desktop by clickingStart> All Programs > ASUS Utility > WLAN Card > Setup Wizard.Make sure you select the ASUS utilities option to avail of the WiFi-g™soft AP features.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-33.2.2 Creating your own wireless LANYou can create your own wireless local area network (WLAN) in yourhome using the WiFi-g™ Software Access Point (Soft AP) feature. Createyour own WLAN if your:1. home network does not have an existing access point2. computer is connected to the Internet and you intend to share theconnection to other computers in your home (other computers musthave an installed IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN adapter such asCentrino notebooks or Wi-Fi-enabled PDAs)3. operating system is Windows® XP or Server 2003.To create your own WLAN:1. In the Operation Mode field,select Create a new WirelessLAN (AP), then select OneTouch (Recommended forhome users).2. Click Next.3. The wizard displays theWiFi-g™ SSID. Check the Dataencryption (WEP-enabled)option to enable dataencryption, then click Next tocontinue.The service set identifier or SSID identifies the wireless device in anetwork. By default, the wizard uses the computer name as the SSID. Youcan change the SSID, if desired. A wireless device must have the sameSSID as that of the WiFi-g™ to establish connection.
3-4Chapter 3: Setting up4. The wizard automaticallyconfigures the WiFi-g™ wirelessLAN settings. A Congratulations!message indicates thatyou have successfully establish yourwireless LAN.5. A balloon appears in theWindows® taskbar after awireless LAN is created. Clickthe balloon to display thewireless network connectionstatus.6. Configure the wireless LANsettings from the WirelessNetwork Connection Statuswindow, then click Close.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-57. Click Finish to close the wizard,or Next to setup your Internetand home network settings.The Internet and homenetwork settings allow youto share an Internetconnection with othercomputers in your homeWLAN.8. The wizard checks your Internetconnection. Select the Checkmy Internet connection orcreate a new one option tocheck an existing or create anew Internet connection.Otherwise, select the Mycomputer is connected to theInternet. Start the ICSS setupnow. option to continue.Click OK when finished.Selecting Check my Internet connection or create a new one opensa Network Connections window. Check or create your Internetconnection from this window, then return to the One Touch Wizard tocontinue.
3-6Chapter 3: Setting up11. A window displays the WiFi-g™settings. Write down the SSIDand encryption settings in apiece of paper for reference.All computers in your homenetwork (with wirelesscapability) must have the samesettings as that of the WiFi-g™to establish connection to theInternet. Click to close thewindow.10. A warning message appears. When you click OK, the wizard bridgesthe WiFi-g™ and the selected Internet connection.9. The wizard automatically selectsand recommends the idealInternet connection from the list.Check the Enable firewall box,then click Next to continue.• Enabling the Internet firewall protects your home network fromunauthorized access by computers outside your network.• Some anti-virus applications prevent Internet firewall activation.Disable all anti-virus applications before you enable this feature.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-73.2.3 Connecting to an access pointIf you have an existing access point in your home network, follow theseinstructions to connect the WiFi-g™ to the access point.1. Launch the One Touch Wizardfrom the Windows® taskbar.2. Select the Connect to otherWireless LAN (Station) optionfrom the setup wizard window,then click Next.3. The WiFi-g™ scans availableaccess point(s) and wirelessdevices within its operatingrange. Select an AP [ ] fromthe list, then click Next. Thewizard connects the WiFi-g™ tothe selected AP.4. The wizard displays whether theWiFi-g™ is connected to theselected AP.If the WiFi-g™ fails to connectwith the selected AP, click theBack button to scan otheraccess point(s), then repeat theprocess.If connection is established,click Next to configure theTCP/IP settings.
3-8Chapter 3: Setting up3.2.4 Connecting to another wireless deviceIf no access point or Internet connection is present in your home network,you can use the wizard to connect the WiFi-g™ to other WLAN-enabledcomputers for file or printer sharing. This is called an Ad-hoc network.To connect to another WLAN-enabled computer:1. Launch the One Touch Wizardfrom the Windows® taskbar.2. Select the Connect to otherWireless LAN (Station) optionfrom the setup wizard window,then click Next.5. Configure the WiFi-g™ TCP/IPsettings, then click Finish toclose the wizard.If the AP has an enabled DHCP server, select Obtain an IP addressautomatically. Otherwise, assign the IP address manually by enteringthe values in the IP address field. Inquire the correct IP address withyour network administrator.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-93. The WiFi-g™ scans theavailable access point(s) andwireless devices within itsoperating range. Select awireless device [ ] from thelist, then click Next. The wizardconnects the WiFi-g™ to theselected wireless device.The window designchanges from Wireless LANto Ad Hoc when youhighlight a wireless devicefrom the list.5. Configure the WiFi-g™ TCP/IPsettings, then click Finish toclose the wizard.4. The wizard displays whether theWiFi-g™ is connected to theselected wireless device.If no connection is established,click the Back button to scanother wireless device(s), thenrepeat the process.If connection is established,click Next to configure theTCP/IP settings.In an Ad-hoc network, you must specify the WiFi-g™ IP addressmanually. Make sure that the IP address of the WiFi-g™ is on thesame sub-domain as that of the wireless device to establishconnection (e.g. If the wireless device IP is 192.168.0.1, then theWiFi-g™ IP must be 192.168.0.X, where X = 2 ~ 255).
3-10Chapter 3: Setting up3.3 Customized setupIf you are familiar with wireless network settings, you can configure theWiFi-g™ using the Customized (Office and Advanced Users) option inthe setup wizard.To setup the WiFi-g™ using the customized option:1. Launch the setup wizardfollowing the instructions insection 3.2.1.2. When the setup wizard welcomewindow appears, select Createa new wireless LAN (AP) fromthe Operation Mode field, thenselect Customized (Office andadvanced users).3. Click Next.4. The wizard displays thecomputer SSID and channelinformation. Click Next.By default, the wizardselects the channel with theclearest signal. To changethis, uncheck the AutoChannel Selection, thenselect a channel from thedrop-down list.5. Set the NetworkAuthentication to Open,Shared, or WPA-PSK. Refer tothe table on the next page for acomparison of networkauthentication methods.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-11Method DescriptionOpen system This method allows the WiFi-g™ to accept connectionor shared key requests from any wireless device within its operatingrange.Shared Key Only wireless device(s) with the same encryption areallowed connection to the WiFi-g™.WPA-PSK Only wireless device(s) with the same TKIP encryptionsettings are allowed connection to the WiFi-g™.Network Authentication methods6. Enable Data Encryption, thenclick Next.7. The wizard prompts you to setthe encryption keys when youselected Shared Key as theWifi-g™ NetworkAuthentication method.Set the WEP encryption keys,then click Next. Refer to thetable on the next page fordetails on WEP encryptionsettings.
3-12Chapter 3: Setting up8. The wizard shows the WiFi-g™wireless LAN settings. ClickFinish to close the wizard orNext to setup your Internet andhome network settings.Launch the wizard again ifyou wish to change theWiFi-g™ SSID, channel,and encryption settings.* Wired Equivalent Privacy** Temporal Key Integrity ProtocolEncryption settingsMethod Encryption DescriptionOpen system None No encryptionShared Key 64-bit WEP* Contains 10 hexadecimal digits or5 ASCII characters128-bit WEP Contains 26 hexadecimal digits or13 ASCII charactersWPA-PSK TKIP** Contains 8 to 63 alpha-numeric charactersWhen you selected WPA-STKas the Wifi-g™ NetworkAuthentication method, thewizard prompts you to enter thenetwork key on the field.Set the network key, then clickNext. Refer to the table belowfor details on network keysettings.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution3-139. The wizard checks yourInternet connection. Select theCheck my Internetconnection or create a newone option to check an existingor create a new Internetconnection. Otherwise, selectthe My computer isconnected to the Internet.Start the ICSS setup now.option to continue.Click OK when finished.10. A window displays the WiFi-g™settings. All wireless-enabledcomputers in your homenetwork must have the samesettings as that of the WiFi-g™to establish connection. Click to close the window.The Windows® Network SetupWizard appears. Use this utilityto configure your Internetconnection, files, and printersharing settings.
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Chapter 4This chapter provides information onseveral software applications includedin the WiFi-g™ support CD.Software support
4-2Chapter 4: Software support4.1 Support CD informationThe WiFi-g™ software application package contains useful utilities forconfiguring and setting-up the WiFi-g™ in your home or office network.The following applications are automatically installed when you install theWiFi-g™ drivers and utilities to your system.Control CenterUse this utility to launch the Wireless Settings, Mobile Manager, and SiteMonitor applications. This utility also provides Internet connection and linkquality icon indications in the Windows® taskbar. See the following pagefor details.Wireless SettingsThis utility allows you to configure the WiFi-g™ basic and advancedsettings. Refer to page 4-4 for details.Mobile ManagerThe Mobile Manager allows you to create, edit, and activate a networkconfiguration for a particular location. This application allows mobile usersto easily select and switch from one network configuration to anotherdepending on their location. Refer to page 4-5 for details.Site MonitorThis utility provides real-time monitoring of the link and signal quality of thewireless LAN where the WiFi-g™ is connected. Refer to page 4-6 fordetails.These bundled software applications are subject to change withoutnotice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution4-34.2 Control CenterThe Control Center utility is anapplication launcher and Internetconnection/link quality indicator inone. During system startup, theControl Center launches automatically and displays an icon in theWindows® taskbar.Ad-hoc mode (WiFi-g™ to other wireless device)The WiFi-g™ is connected to a wireless device.The WiFi-g™ is connected to a wireless device.Connected to the Internet4.2.1 Control Center iconsThe Control Center icon changes automatically to indicate the WiFi-g™mode, Internet connection status, and link quality to an access point orwireless device. Refer to the table below for Control Center iconindications.Infrastructure mode (WiFi-g™ to an access point)Excellent link quality and Excellent link quality but notconnected to the Internet connected to the InternetGood link quality and Good link quality but notconnected to the Internet connected to the InternetFair link quality and Fair link quality but notconnected to the Internet connected to the InternetPoor link quality but Poor link quality and notconnected to the Internet connected to the InternetNot linked but connected Not linked and notto the Internet connected to the InternetAccess point modeThe WiFi-g™ is in access point mode.
4-4Chapter 4: Software support4.3 Wireless SettingsThe Wireless Settings is the maininterface that allows you to controlthe WiFi-g™. Use the WirelessSettings to view the operationaland connection status, or to modifythe WiFi-g™ configuration.The Wireless Settings window iscomposed of the property windowand tabbed property sheets. Clickthe icons in the property window todisplay their tabbed propertysheets.Property windowTabbed property sheets4.2.2 Right-click menuRight-clicking the Control Center icondisplays the WiFi-g™ softwareapplications. Refer to the succeedingsections for details on theseapplications.4.2.3 Left-click menuLeft-clicking the Control Center icondisplays the left-click menu.Search & Connect – View available wireless networks within range.Wireless Option – This windowallows you to select the utility to usein the configuring the WiFi-g™.Select “Only use ASUS utilitiesand disable Windows wirelessfunction” to avail all WiFi-g™features.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution4-54.4 Mobile ManagerThe Mobile Manager is a convenient tool to setup and manage networklocation settings. This utility allows users to configure multiple alternativeconfigurations for different locations. You must set up this utility once soyou can easily switch configurations when changing locations.To launch the Mobile Manager utility:1. Click the Windows® Start button. Select All Programs > ASUS Utility> WLAN Card > Mobile Manager, or right-click the Control Centericon on the Windows® taskbar, then select Mobile Manager.2. The Mobile Manager main window appears.You may use the Mobile Manager utility main window to create, edit, oractivate a configuration. The main window displays the menu bar, tool bar,and existing configurations.Click the toolbar buttons to access common commands in the MobileManager utility. All toolbar button commands are also available from themenu bar.
4-6Chapter 4: Software support4.5 Site MonitorThe Site Monitor utility measures the signal-to-noise (SNR) values of allavailable wireless networks. Use this utility to determine the best locationto place the WiFi-g™.To launch the Site Monitor:1. Click the Windows® Start button,then select Programs > ASUSUtility > WLAN Card > SiteMonitor, orRight-click the Control Centericon on the Windows taskbar,then select Site Monitor.2. Click OK when the Site SurveyMessage window appears.The Site Monitor main window displays the available wireless connectionsand the signal-to-noise (SNR) value of a selected connection.Some AP disable their SSID broadcasting to hide themselves from theSite Monitor. You can join these APs if you specify the same SSID.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution4-74.6 Other menu options4.6.1 Activate ConfigurationThis option allows you to select the wireless profile to use.4.6.2 Help MenuThe Control Center utility has a Help menu to guide you in using theControl Center and Wireless Settings applications. Right-click the ControlCenter icon, select Help, then select an application to display the helpwindow.4.6.3 PreferencesThe Preferences window allowsyou to customize the Control Centersettings.4.6.4 About Control CenterSelect the About Control Centeroption to display the Control Centersoftware version and copyrightinformation.
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AppendixThe Appendix lists the wireless LANchannels available for use in yourcountry or location.Wireless LAN channels
A-2AppendixWireless LAN channelsThe IEEE 802.11b/g standard for wireless LAN allocated the 2.4 GHzfrequency band into 13 overlapping operating channels. Each channelcorresponds to a different set of frequencies. The table below shows thecenter frequencies of each channel.Channel Center Channel CenterFrequency Frequency1 2.412 GHz 8 2.447 GHz2 2.417 GHz 9 2.452 GHz3 2.422 GHz 10 2.457 GHz4 2.427 GHz 11 2.462 GHz5 2.432 GHz 12 2.467 GHz6 2.437 GHz 13 2.472 GHz7 2.442 GHzThe number of channels available for the wireless LAN adapter varies bycountry/region. Refer to the table below to determine the number ofchannels available in your location.Country/Region (Regulating Body) Available ChannelsAustralia (ACA) Channels 1 to 13Belgium (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Bulgaria (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Canada (CSA/cUL 950 3rd Edition) Channels 1 to 11China (MII) Channels 1 to 11Cyprus (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Czech Republic (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Denmark (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Finland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13France (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Germany (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Greece (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Hong Kong (OFTA) Channels 1 to 13(continued next page)If several Wi-Fi devices are operating in the same vicinity, the distancebetween the center frequencies of channels used must be at least25MHz to avoid interference.
ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solutionA-3Country/Region (Regulating Body) Available ChannelsHungary (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Iceland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Ireland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Italy (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Japan (TELEC) Channels 1 to 13Luxembourg (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Malaysia (SIRIM/CMC) Channels 1 to 13Mexico Channels 9 to 11Netherlands Antilles (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Netherlands/Holland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13New Zealand (PTC) Channels 1 to 13Norway (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Portugal (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Saudi Arabia Channels 1 to 13Singapore Channels 1 to 13South Korea (KS) Channels 1 to 13Spain (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Sweden (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Switzerland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13Taiwan (DGT) Channels 1 to 11Turkey (TTAS) Channels 1 to 13United Kingdom (RTT&E/EMC/LVD) Channels 1 to 13United States (FCC) Channels 1 to 11Channels 1, 6 and 11 are independent and do not overlap each other.We recommended that you tune your wireless LAN adapter to thesechannels.
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