BUFFALO 09102034-1 AirStation Wireless-N NFINITI HighPower Keychain USB 2.0 Adapter User Manual Part 1

BUFFALO INC. AirStation Wireless-N NFINITI HighPower Keychain USB 2.0 Adapter Part 1

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User Manual Part 1

WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 1ContentsChapter 1 - Product Overview .........................................4Features .................................................................................. 4300 Mbps High Speed Mode ................................................... 4System Requirements ............................................................. 5Package Contents ................................................................... 5Hardware Overview ................................................................. 5Chapter 2 - Installation .....................................................6Installing Wireless Drivers ....................................................... 6Installing Utility ........................................................................ 10Chapter 3 - Connect to a Wireless Network ...................13Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS (PBC) ) ....................... 13Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ............................................. 14Windows XP/2000 (Client Manager 3) ........................................... 15Automatic Secure Setup (WPS (PIN) ) ................................... 16Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ............................................. 16Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 20Manual Setup (Client Manager) .............................................. 22Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ............................................. 22Windows XP/2000 (Client Manager 3) ........................................... 25Windows Vista (WLAN AutoCong) ............................................... 27Windows XP (Wireless Zero Conguration) ................................... 30
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 2Chapter 4 - Client Manager ..............................................31Software Overview .................................................................. 31Using Client Manager V for Windows 7/Vista ......................... 31Opening and Closing Client Manager ............................................ 31Main Screen ................................................................................... 32Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced Setup .............................. 33SSID / WPS-PIN selection ............................................................. 34Searching Wireless Access Points ................................................. 35Wireless Network Information ........................................................ 36WPS-PBC / AOSS selection .......................................................... 37Wireless Status .............................................................................. 38Wireless LAN Diagnostic ............................................................... 40Prole List ...................................................................................... 41Wireless Properties ........................................................................ 42Network Properties ........................................................................ 43Browser Properties ........................................................................ 44Printer Properties ........................................................................... 45Using Client Manager 3 with Windows XP / 2000 ................... 46Status ............................................................................................. 47Scan ............................................................................................... 49Connect .......................................................................................... 50Proles ........................................................................................... 51Prole Information (Basic) .............................................................. 52Prole Information (Network) ......................................................... 54Prole Information (Browser) ......................................................... 55Prole Information (Printers) .......................................................... 56System Tray Menu ......................................................................... 57Option Menu .................................................................................. 58
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 3Chapter 5 - Trouble Shooting ..........................................60The Computer does not recognize the WLI-UC-G300HP Wireless Adapter. ................................................................................... 60Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. .............................. 60You forgot the AP's SSID, Encryption KEY, or Password. ....... 60The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps (Maximum link speed is only 144Mbps). ........................................................................ 61Other Tips ................................................................................ 61Appendix .....................................................................64300 Mbps Mode settings ......................................................... 64Specications .......................................................................... 65Removing the device from the computer ................................ 66Windows Vista/XP .......................................................................... 66Windows 2000 ............................................................................... 66Uninstalling the Software ........................................................ 66Uninstalling the Drivers ........................................................... 66TCP/IP Settings in Windows ................................................... 67Windows 7 ..................................................................................... 67Windows Vista ............................................................................... 68Windows XP ................................................................................... 69Antenna Information ................................................................ 70FCC / CE / R&TTE Information ............................................... 71Environmental Information ...................................................... 76Warranty Information ............................................................... 77Contact Information (USA / Canada) ....................................... 78Contact Information (Europe) .................................................. 79
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 4Chapter 1 - Product OverviewFeaturesWith support for current Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B standards, the AirStation can transfer data to and from all standard 2.4 GHz wireless network devices.AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) make connection with wireless devices easier.AirStation is equipped with following security features. • WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES) • WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) • WEP (128/64bit)Thanks to a movable antenna, you can enjoy a comfortable radio environment without moving your laptop computer.You can verify the reception at 3 levels with LED display.300 Mbps High Speed Mode300 Mbps is the link speed when using 2 channel Wireless-N mode. It represents actual wireless data speeds, including overhead. Because the overhead is not available for user data transfer, usable wireless throughput will be substantially slower.
HighPower1 2Chapter 1 Product OverviewWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 5Package ContentsThe following items are included with your AirStation. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender.• WLI-UC-G300HP ........................................................................................................................... 1 • USB cable ........................................................................................................................................ 1• Air Navigator CD ........................................................................................................................... 1• Quick Setup Guide....................................................................................................................... 1System RequirementsComputer should be IBM/PC compatible (OADG specication) with a USB 2.0 port and a CD-ROM drive. * *This product does not support computers equipped with dual processors (computers with two physical CPUs). Computers with Dual core CPU's are supported. *AirStation does not support Windows Vista (32 bit) Standby mode.Compatible OSWindows 7 (32 bit / 64 bit) / Vista (32 bit) / XP / 2000 *Service Pack 2 or later is required for Windows XP. *Service Pack 4 and Internet Explorer 5.5 or later are required for Windows 2000.Hardware Overview1 Signal LED (Green) You can check the strength of reception of this unit by looking at the number of LED lights lit. (Maximum of 3 lights illuminated)2 ACT LED (Blue) Flashes when sending/receiving data.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 6Chapter 2 - InstallationInstalling Wireless DriversFollow the instruction below to install drivers. Do not connect the unit to your computer yet.12Boot your computer and insert AirNavigator CD. The AirNavigator Setup Wizard will launch automatically.Note: If the AirNavigator Setup Wizard doesn’t launch, double click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon > [AirNavi.exe] to launch manually.Click [Begin Installation].3Click [AirStation Wireless LAN Adapters].
Chapter 2 InstallationWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 74Disable any rewalls, and click [Next].5Click [Install].Note: • If you insert the check mark into the check box for Install Wireless Client Manager, you can install Client Manager as well as drivers. • Refer to the instructions on page 11 to install Client Manager after installing drivers.6Click [Next].
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 8Chapter 2 Installation7Read the license agreement, select [Agree], then click [Next].8When the screen to the left is displayed, put a check mark next to “Always trust software from BUFFALO INC.", and click [Install].9When the screen to the left is displayed, attach the AirStation to your computer. Drivers will be installed automatically.
Chapter 2 InstallationWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 910 Click [OK].11 After the drivers are installed, the screen at left will be displayed. Click [Finish].Note: If you checked the box to Install Wireless Client Manager (page 8), then the installation screen for Client Manager will be displayed after this screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Client Manager.Drivers are now installed.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 10Chapter 2 InstallationInstalling UtilityFollow the procedure below to install Client Manager.1Boot your computer and insert the AirNavigator CD. The AirNavigator Setup Wizard will launch automatically.Note: If AirNavigator Setup Wizard is not displayed, double click [My Computer] icon > CD-ROM drive icon > [AirNavi.exe].Click [Options].Click [Advanced Installation].23
Chapter 2 InstallationWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 114Check the box for [Install Wireless Client Manager] and click [Install].Note: Use Client Manager V with Windows Vista or Client Manager 3 with Windows XP/2000.5Click [Next].6Read the license agreement and select [Agree].
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 12Chapter 2 Installation789Click [Next].Click [OK].Click [Back].10 Click [X] at the top right corner of the window to close it.Client Manager is now installed.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 13Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS (PBC) )AOSS and WPS are systems which enables you to automatically congure wireless LAN settings. Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings. Utilize this system to connect to wireless devices, computers, or game machines which support AOSS or WPS. AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) is technology developed by BUFFALO. WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance.Chapter 3 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkÐÏ×ÅÒÓÅÃÕÒÉÔÙ×ÅÉÒÅÌÅÓÓÒÏÕÔÅÒÄÉÁÇőŖŔʼnőŖŔʼnModemInternetAirStation PC orGame console(AOSS Devices)You need to have Client Manager V and Client Manager 3 installed from the CD attached to this unit in advance to connect using AOSS/WPS (PBC). (page 11)
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 14Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network 12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)If you are using Windows 7/Vista, use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS(PBC).When the screen at left is displayed, click [Create Prole].3When the message “A Program needs your permission to continue” appears, click [Continue].4When the screen shown at left is displayed, click the [WPS AOSS] button.
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 15Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. After you congured and if the message "Connection has been Completed" is displayed on Client Manager V, then you have completed the connection by AOSS/WPS (PBC).(If “Set Network Location” screen is displayed, select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location” depending on the environment in which the AirStation will be used.2Windows XP/2000 (Client Manager 3)If you are using Windows XP, use the included Client Manager 3 software to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS.1Right click on the icon in the system tray, and select [Prole].When the screen shown at left is dis-played, click [WPS AOSS] button. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.You have completed the AOSS/WPS (PBC) connection when the message "Security setup and con-nection have been Completed" is displayed in Client Manager 3.Note: Windows 2000 does not support wireless connection using WPS (PBC). (It uses AOSS wireless connection in-stead).
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 16Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Automatic Secure Setup (WPS (PIN) )WPS (Personal Identication Number) uses the mechanism which register the unique number gen-erated by the utility program (Client Manager) included with this product to an access point and connect wirelessly.Use this feature when connecting to an access point which supports WPS (PIN).You need to have Client Manager V and Client Manager 3 installed from the CD attached to this unit in advance in order to connect wirelessly using WPS (PIN). (page 11)Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)If you are using Windows 7/Vista, use Client Manager which comes with this package and follow the procedure below to connect wirelessly with WPS (PIN).12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].When the screen on the left is displayed, click [Create Prole] button.3When the message "A Program needs your permission to continue", click [Continue].
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 174When the screen which looks like the illustration on the left displayed, click [Advanced Setup] button.5When the screen which looks like the illustration on the left displayed, click [WPS-PIN] button.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 18Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network 6When the PIN code is displayed, write it down.After you write the PIN code down on a piece of paper, click [Next].7Select the access point you are going to connect, and click [Next].This screen will be displayed.
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 198Use an administrative computer which is connected to an access point with a wire in order to login to that access point. The screen to enter the PIN code will be displayed.Note: If the access point you are trying to connect is the AirStation, click [Wireless Cong]> [WPS] on the TOP of the conguration screen. The screen to enter the PIN code will be displayed.9On the conguration screen of the access point, enter the PIN code you write down in step 6.Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to congure.You have completed the connection with WPS (PIN) after you congured and when the message "Connection has been Completed" is displayed in Client Manager V.(If “Set Network Location” screen is displayed, select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location” depending on the environment in which the AirStation will be used.)Note: If the access point you are trying to connect is the AirStation, enter the PIN code in [Enrollee PIN] and click [OK].
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 20Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP (Client Manager 3)If you are using Windows XP, use Client Manager 3 which comes with this package and follow the procedure below to connect wirelessly with WPS (PIN).Note: Windows 2000 does not support WPS (PIN).1Right click on the icon displayed in the system tray, and select [Easy Connection] > [WPS PIN Code type].2When the PIN code is displayed, write it down. Then, click [Next].3Select the access point you are going to connect, and click [Next].
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 21This screen will be displayed.4Use a computer with a wired Ethernet connection to log in to the access point. The screen to enter the PIN code will be displayed.Note: If the access point you are trying to connect is a Bualo AirStation, click [Wireless Cong] > [WPS] on the TOP of the conguration screen. The screen to enter the PIN code will be displayed.5On the conguration screen of the access point, enter the PIN code you wrote down in step 2.Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to congure. When "Connection has been completed" is displayed, you are connected.Note: If the access point you are trying to connect is a Bualo AirStation, enter the PIN code in [Enrollee PIN] and click [OK].
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 22Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Manual Setup (Client Manager)You may also connect to an Access point manually, without using AOSS/WPS. The procedure varies depending on the version of Windows used.First, install Client Manager from the included CD. (page 11)Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)With Windows 7/Vista, use Client Manager V to connect wirelessly.12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].When this screen is displayed, click [Create Prole].3When the message "A Program needs your permission to continue", click [Continue].
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 234Click [Advanced Setup].5Click [Connect Manually].
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 24Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network 6Select your access point, and click [Next].7Enter your [Encryption Key] (passphrase) and click [Connect].Follow the instructions in the wizard to connect. When "Connection Complete" is displayed, setup is completed. If “Set Network Location” is displayed, then select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location” de-pending on the environment in which the AirStation will be used.
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 25Windows XP/2000 (Client Manager 3)Client Manager 3 is a wireless connection utility for Windows XP/2000.21Right click on the icon in the system tray, and select [Scan].Select the access point that you are going to connect to and click [Next].3Choose your [Encryption Method] and enter an [Encryption Key]. Click [Connect].Follow the instructions on the screen to connect.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 26Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Manual Setup (Windows Utility)You can connect to an access point without installing or using Client Manager. Windows includes a built-in wireless utility. The procedure varies depending on the version of Windows used.Windows 7 (WLAN AutoCong)With Windows 7, use WLAN AutoCong to connect to the AirStation.1Click on the network icon in the system tray.2Select the target AirStation’s name and click [Connect]. If you will be connecting to this device in the future, checking [Connect automatically] is recommended.3Enter the encryption key and click [OK]. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect.
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 271Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray.2Click [Connect to a network].Select your wireless network and click [Connect].3Windows Vista (WLAN AutoCong)You can use WLAN AutoCong to connect to a wireless Access Point:
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 28Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed, click “I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead”.(Otherwise, go to step 4)
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 29Enter the encryption key and click [Connect].4Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to nish conguration. If the “Set Network Location” screen is displayed, select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location“ depending where you’re using the AirStation.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 30Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP (Wireless Zero Conguration)Windows XP includes a built-in utility to connect to your wireless Access Point.Note: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, then Windows Zero Cong is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Windows Zero Cong, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation.1Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray.2Click [View Available Wireless Networks].Select a wireless network to connect to and click [Connect].3Enter the encryption key (passphrase) and click [Connect].4Follow the instructions on the screen to connect.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 31Chapter 4 - Client ManagerSoftware OverviewClient Manager is utility software used to connect to an access point on the network or to verify the connection between an access point and your computer. It is included with this device. Note: There are two versions of Client Manager with this unit, "V" and "3". Client Manager V supports Windows 7/Vista. Client Manager 3 supports Windows XP/2000.Using Client Manager V for Windows 7/VistaOpening and Closing Client Manager• When you install Client Manager, it will be added to your Startup folder and will automatically launch with Windows. If Client Manager does not launch automatically, click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [ClientManager V] .• Right click on the icon of Client Manager in the system tray and click [Exit] to close Client Manager. The appearance of Client Manager according to its connection status: : No wireless connection. Communicating via an access point.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 32Chapter 4 Client ManagerParameter MeaningProle Displays information about the current connection points.If you have multiple connection points, you can switch among them.Transmission Speed Displays the current connection speed.Signal Strength Displays the current signal strength.Create Prole Click this to display the Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced Setup screen (page 33).Advanced Click this to display the Wireless Status screen.Main ScreenThe Main screen displays the current connection status. You can perform the following operations from this screen.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 33Parameter MeaningWireless Adapter Displays names of currently used wireless devices.Automatic Secure Setup Clicking this will search for an AOSS or WPS compatable access point to connect to automatically. Advanced Setup Click this to congure your wireless settings manually. It will display the SSID/WPS-PIN selection screen (page 34).Option (Expert only) Click this to specify whether you use AOSS or WPS (PBC) for connection in Automatic Secure Setup. It displays the WPS-PBC/AOSS selection screen (page 37).Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced SetupThere are two ways to connect to an access point: automatic or manual. In the following wizard, automatic setup will be reered to as “AOSS/WPS” and manual setup will be referred to as “Advanced Setup”.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 34Chapter 4 Client ManagerParameter MeaningConnect Manually Specify SSID of an access point and congure connection settings.Click here to display the Searching Wireless Access Points screen (page 35).Connect with WPS-PIN Click this to connect to a wireless access point by entering its WPS PIN.SSID / WPS-PIN selectionThis screen lets you select whether to connect to an access point by specifying the SSID or by enter-ring a WPS PIN.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 35Parameter MeaningNetwork Name (SSID) Displays the SSID of each available access point.Security Displays whether or not the access point uses encryption.Channel Displays the wireless channel used by an access point.Strength Displays the signal strength of an access point.Enter the Network Name (SSID) manuallyClick this to enter an SSID manually and display the Wireless Network Information screen (page 36).Search Click here to search for available access points again.Next Click this to display the Wireless Network Information screen (page 36).Searching Wireless Access PointsThe screen to list available wireless access points in your area. You can select an access point and enter network information manually to connect.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 36Chapter 4 Client ManagerParameter MeaningNetwork Type Select a type of connection.Network Name (SSID) Enter the SSID of an access point.Security Type Select the security type of the selected access point.Encryption Method Select the encryption method of the selected access point.Encryption Key or Passphrase Enter the encryption key for the access point.Connect to a network which does not broadcast the SSIDCheck this box to connect to a hidden SSID that is not broadcast.Connect Connect to the access point.Wireless Network InformationCongure wireless connection settings.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 37Parameter MeaningAutomatic Secure Setup WPS-PBC methodClick this to automatically connect to an access point that supports WPS (PBC).Automatic Secure Setup AOSS methodClick this to automatically connect to an access point that supports AOSS.WPS-PBC / AOSS selectionYou may automatically connect to an access point by WPS (PBC) or AOSS.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 38Chapter 4 Client ManagerParameter MeaningAdapter Displays the name of the current wireless client.Execute wireless LAN diagnostics Opens the Wireless LAN Diagnoses wizard (page 40).Prole Name Displays the current prole name.Status Displays the current transmission status.Network Mode Displays the current network mode.Transmission Speed Displays the current transmission speed.SSID Displays SSID of the currently connected access point.Channel Displays the wireless channel currently used.Wireless StatusThis screen displays the current connection status.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 39Parameter MeaningSecurity Displays whether encryption is currently enabled or not.Authentication Type Displays the type of authenticaltion currently used.Encryption Type Displays the type of encryption currently used.Signal Strength Displays the current signal strength.IP Address Displays the IP address assigned to your wireless client.Subnet Mask Displays the subnet mask assigned to your wireless client.Default Gateway Displays the default gateway address.Primary DNS Displays the primary DNS address.Secondary DNS Displays the secondary DNS address.MAC Address Displays the MAC address of your wireless client.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 40Chapter 4 Client ManagerWireless LAN DiagnosticOn the Wireless LAN Diagnostic screen, you can check signal strength and quality.Parameter MeaningAdapter Displays the name of the wireless client currently in use.Connection status Displays signal strength (dBm), link rate (Mbps), and signal quality (%) in 1 minute intervals.There are the following restrictions. • Some items may not be displayed depending on your wireless device. • Signal strength and quality displays may vary depending on wireless devices. These graphs should not be used to compare dierent wireless devices. Use this information to check wireless status for the same wireless device.Usage of each channel The 11b/11g displays usage of each channel on 2.4 GHz.This unit does not display 11a usage (does not support 5 GHz).The color expresses the signal strength of an access point. Closer to red means stronger signal, and closer to blue means weaker signal.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 41Prole ListCreate a new prole or edit an existing prole.Parameter MeaningAdapter Displays the name of the wireless client which is currently used.New Create a new prole. Click this to display the Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced Setup screen (page 33).Edit Edit the selected prole. Click this to display the Extended properties (Wireless) screen (page 42).Delete Delete the selected prole.Down Lower the priority of the selected prole.Up Raise the priority of the selected prole.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 42Chapter 4 Client ManagerWireless PropertiesCurrent wireless settings.Parameter MeaningConnection Displays the current prole name.SSID Displays the SSID of the current connection.Security Type Displays the security type you are using for the current connection.Encryption Type Displays the encryption type you are using for the current connection.Edit Prole Click this to edit the wireless settings.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 43Network PropertiesBy default, your client’s IP address is set automatically by DHCP. You may congure it manually from this screen.Parameter MeaningDo not change IP Address settings of this ProleSelect to keep your current TCP/IP network setting without any changes. This is the recommended setting.Use the following settings Select this option to change your TCP/IP network settings. For expert users only.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 44Chapter 4 Client ManagerBrowser PropertiesCongure Internet Explorer settings for wireless connections.Parameter MeaningDo not change the browser settings of this ProleSelect to keep the current Internet Explorer settings.Use the following settings Select this option to configure the Internet Explorer Home Page and Proxy Server settings while connected wirelessly.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 45Printer PropertiesCongure the printer used while connected to an access point wirelessly.Parameter MeaningDo not change the printer settings of this ProleSelect to keep your current printer settings.Use the following settings Select to use a dierent default printer while connected wirelessly.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 46Chapter 4 Client ManagerUsing Client Manager 3 with Windows XP / 2000• When you install Client Manager, it will be added to your Startup folder and will automatically start with Windows. To launch Client Manager manually, click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [ClientManager 3] .• Right click on the Client Manager icon in the system tray and click [Exit] to close Client Manager. The Client Manager icon will change appearance according to its connection status: : No wireless client installed : Not connected to an access point : Transmitting to an access point with TKIP/AES encryption : Transmitting to an access point with WEP, or not encrypted : Transmitting in ad-hoc mode (not supported with this wireless client) : Authenticating
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 47StatusThe Status screen displays the current connection status.Parameter MeaningProle Current connection prole name.SSID SSID of the currently connected access point.Adapter Name Name ame of the wireless client currently in use.Network Type Current network mode.Transmission Speed Current transmission speed.Channel Current wireless channel.Security Displays whether security is currently enabled or not.IP Address The IP address assigned to this unit.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 48Chapter 4 Client ManagerParameter MeaningMAC Address MAC address of this unit.Duration Elapsed duration of the current wireless connection.Signal Strength Current signal strength.Reconnect Click to reconnect the most recent connection.
Chapter 4 Client ManagerWLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 49ScanScan and display nearby access points.Parameter MeaningSSID SSID of access point.Wireless mode Wireless type (such as 11a and 11g) of the access point.Channel Wireless channel of the access point.Strength Reception strength of each access point.Encryption Displays if security is used by the access point.Connect Click this to display the Connect screen (page 50).Refresh Click here to search for available access points again.
WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual 50Chapter 4 Client ManagerConnectCongure connection to an access point.Parameter MeaningEncryption Method Type of encryption used by the access point.Encryption Key Enter the access point’s encryption key (passphrase).Register Prole Check to register this connection as a prole.

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