GemTek Technology U950711AG HP 802.11abg wireless LAN User Manual HP 180AG

Gemtek Technology Co., Ltd. HP 802.11abg wireless LAN HP 180AG

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User Manual USB Wireless 802.11 a/b/g AdaptorV 1.0
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iTABLE OF CONTENTS1INTRODUCTIONInventory Checklist 3Supported Security 32SECURITY SETTING3WINDOWS VISTAWIRELESS AUTO CONFIGURATIONLaunching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 7Setting the Network Key Automatically 8Setting the Wireless Network Connection Manually 11GLOSSARY 17TROUBLESHOOTING 19REGULATORY NOTICES 21PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 24INDEX 26
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31IntroductionYour PC comes with a built-in USB Wireless 802.11a/b/g adaptor which allows it to function as a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connecting with other wireless product(s). This product is an IEEE 802.11a/b/g Compliant device. It features automatic rate selection and advanced security features like WEP, 802.1x, WPA/WPA2 with TKIP and AES for stronger data encryption.Inventory Checklist Included with your HP PC should be the following items for your Wireless USB Adaptor:zDocumentation CD (Contains Quick Installation Guide and full User Manual)zA high gain omni directional antenna as well as an attachment pad ( See Chapter 2 for installation instructions)Supported Security In order to secure your network from passive or active intrusion, key features are enabled on Windows Vista Wireless Auto Config-uration:zWPA Personal/Enterprise securityzWPA2 Personal/Enterprise SecurityzWEP EncryptionPlease see Chapter 3 for information on security settings for your USB Wireless adaptor.Note: Not all PC Configurations ship with this external omni-directional antenna. If your PC did not come with an antenna in a plastic packet then there is a built-in internal antenna already installed in your PC. In such case please skip chapter 2 of this manual as your PC does not need an external antenna.®
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52Security SettingSecurity can be set up using WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol), WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) or 802.1X (with EAP-TLS and PEAP authentication method). It is important to set up matching security types between devices. Be cer-tain to check the type of security on your other wireless device(s) in order to decide which type of security needs to be set up on your PC.WEP security was the original security standard provided for wire-less 802.11 devices. WPA or WPA2 security which offers more advanced encryption technology is a more recent standard of secu-rity available.The goal of WPA2 certification is to support the addi-tional mandatory security features of the IEEE 802.11i standard that are not already included for products that support WPA. IEEE 802.1X reduces the security vulnerabilities that are associated with connections to IEEE 802.11 wireless networks. Unlike open system or shared key authentication(specified in IEEE802.11), IEEE 802.1X enforces verification of user-based credentials for a wireless computer or user before allowing access to the wireless network and, depending on the authentication method used, dynamically determines encryption keys for wireless communication. If you con-nect to an IEEE 802.11 wireless local area network (WLAN) with-out IEEE 802.1X authentication enabled, the data that you send is more vulnerable to attacks.
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73Windows Vista Wireless Auto Configuration® It is necessary to complete the steps in Chapter 2, Antenna Attach-ment prior to using Windows Vista Wireless Network Configura-tion.If you have already established a wireless network with access to the internet and you would like to wirelessly connect this HP PC to your wireless network, use Windows Vista Auto Configuration.Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network ConfigurationTo launch Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration:1. Click Start, and then Connect to from the Windows Vista desktop.Figure: 4.1The connect to a network dialog box2. In Show, please select on Wireless for wireless connections only.® Note: Your Network name will appear in the above window. Anyother listed available wireless networks represent the wire-less networks established within range of your PC. These willvary and may not provide secured access to the internet.
8Setting theNetwork KeyAutomaticallyThe PC will begin functioning in Station Mode (as a Client) with your Wireless LAN Network as soon as the Network Key is set-up.1. Find the Network Key (WEP Key or WPA Key) for your Wireless Network.2. Launch the Connect to a Network dialog box. (See above for instructions)3. Select the Wireless Network of your choice by clicking on its name and the entire block will become highlighted.4. Select Connect in the lower right corner.The Entering Network Key dialog box will appear as shown below.Figure: 4.2Wireless Network Connection dialog box5. Enter your Network Key (WEP Key or WPA Key) or Passphrase for your Wireless Network.Note: If you do not have an existing wireless network you willneed to set up your Wireless Router/ Access Point prior tousing your PC in Station Mode.
Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 96. Display characters Specifies whether you want to view the value typed in Security Key/Passphrase.7. Click Connect.The Wireless Network Connecting dialog box appears as you are being connected.Figure: 4.3Connecting to WirelessAfter connection to a wireless network is established, a Wireless Note: If your network is using WEP encryption, then a HEX or an ASCIIformat is necessary when entering your Network Key:zHEX: 10 characters in HEX notation for 40 bit or 26 characters for 128bit encryption.zASCII: 5 characters for 40 bit or 13 characters for 128 bit encryption.If your network is using WPA it is necessary to enter an 8 – 63 characteralphanumeric key-phrase.The Network Key will accept any of these as it supports both WEP andWPA.
10Network LAN icon, as shown below will appear in the system tray.Figure: 4.4Wireless Network LAN Icon
Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 11Setting theWireless NetworkConnectionManuallyAfter launching the application (See Section See "Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration" on page 7), you may click Set up a connection or network at the lower left corner to set up your wireless network connection manually.(See Figure 5.1 above)Before manually setting up the Network name and Network Key on your HP PC you must identify this information on your current wire-less network:zYour unique network name to distinguish it from other wirelessnetworks(SSID)zSecurity WEP KeyzSecurity WPA-PSK Key or WPA-Enterprise authenticationzSecurity WPA2-PSK Key or WPA2-Enterprise authenticationz802.1x : also known as the dynamic WEPThe Choose a Connection Option shows up when you click to setup a connection or network:
12Figure: 4.5Choose a connection dialog box1. To manually configure the wireless settings for a wireless network, click Manually connect to a wireless network, and then click Next. Windows Vista displays the following page.Figure: 4.6Manually setup a wireless connectionOn the Enter information for the wireless network you want to add page, configure the following:1. Network name Type the name of the wireless network2. Security type Select the method used to authenticate a connection to the wireless network. The choices are the following:zYour unique network name to distinguish it from other wirelessnetworks(SSID)zSecurity WEP KeyzSecurity WPA-PSK Key or WPA-Enterprise authenticationzSecurity WPA2-PSK Key or WPA2-Enterprise authenticationz802.1x : also known as the dynamic WEP3. Encryption type Select the method used to encrypt data frames sent over the wireless network. The choices depend on the selected security type.The choices are the following:zWhen the No authentication (Open) security type is selected,None is selected.zWhen the WEP security type is selected, WEP is selectedzWhen the WPA/WPA2-Personal security type is selected, youcan select TKIP or AESzWhen the WPA/WPA2-Enterprise security type is selected,you can select TKIP or AES
Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 13zWhen the WEP (802.1x) security type is selected, WEP isselectedSecurity Key/Passphrase Type the WEP key (if you selectedthe WEP security type), the WPA preshared key (if you selectedthe WPA-Personal security type), or the WPA2 preshared key(if you selected the WPA2-Personal security type)Display characters Specifies whether you want to view thevalue typed in Security Key/PassphraseSave this network for all users of this computer/Save thisnetwork for me only Specifies that this wireless network pro-file will be in the list of networks for other users of the computeror only the current user. If specified only for the current user, thewireless network will be disconnected when the user logs off orswitches to another userStart this connection automatically Specifies whether Win-dows Vista will automatically connect to this wireless network.If you clear this checkbox, you must manually connect to thewireless network from the Connect to a network dialog boxConnect even if the network is not broadcasting Specifieswhether Windows should attempt to connect even if the wirelessnetwork is not broadcasting its name. This will cause WindowsVista to send Probe Request frames to locate the wireless net-work. These probe request frames can be used by malicioususers to determine the name of the non-broadcast network4. Click Next and Windows Vista will display the following page:Figure: 4.7Adding or change the settings for a manually setup wireless connectionTo connect to the wireless network that you just created, click Con-nect to, and then double-click the newly created wireless network in
14the Connect to a network dialog box.To configure the properties of the wireless network you have just created, click Change connection settings. Windows Vista displays the following dialog box..Figure: 4.8Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog boxFrom the Connection tab, you can view the wireless network's name, SSID, network type (either Access point for infrastructure mode networks or Computer-to-computer for ad hoc mode net-works), and availability. You can also configure the following:zConnect automatically when this network is in rangeConnect to a more preferred network if availablezSpecifies whether Windows Vista will automatically disconnectfrom this wireless network if a more preferred wireless networkcomes within range.zConnect even if the network is not broadcasting
Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 15The following figure shows the Security tab:Figure: 4.9Wireless Network Security Properties dialog boxBased on the selected security type, you can configure either a net-work security key or specify and configure a network authentication method. If you specify WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or 802.1x as your security type, you must configure the following (as shown in the above figure):zChoose a network authentication method Select an Extensi-ble Authentication Protocol (EAP) methodzCache user information for subsequent connections to thisnetwork Specifies that when the user logs off, the user creden-tial data is removed from the registry. The result is that when thenext user logs on, they will be prompted for their credentials(such as user name and password)
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1717 Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device 20 TermsContinuedxMAC Address Media Access Control Address. On an 802.11 network the MAC address is used to identify each node of the network. xNetwork Name See SSID. xNetwork Key Network password. xSSID (Service Set Identifier) The unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). The SSID differentiates Wireless LANs from one another. For this reason an SSID must be entered on each wireless device attempting to connect on the WLAN. xStation See Client. xWEP Wired Equivalency Protocol. WEP is an 802.11 encryption standard that provides security for wireless LANs. xWireless LAN A wireless version of Ethernet, the Wireless Local Area Network enables wireless internet access through your SoftAP™ or broadband router. xWireless Network See Wireless LAN. xWPA Wi-Fi Protected Access. WPA is an addition to the security in the 802.11 standard. It is an enhancement to the original security implementation for 802.11 devices. xWPA Personal AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). See WPA. xWPA Personal TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol). See WPA. GTermsxAccess Point (AP) A hardware device (possibly a PC) that can act as a communication hub for wireless devices enabling them to connect to a wired LAN (Local Area Network) or to one another. xASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) A code used for encryption that represents letters with numbers. xBroadband Router A device which lets multiple client devices share a single internet connection (like DSL, Cable modem or T1). Generally Broadband Routers offer rudimentary network address translations and firewall features. xClient A device that acquires networking services from another device like another PC or access point. xDNS Server Domain Name System / Service / Server is a service available on the internet that translates domain names into IP addresses. xEncryption The most efficient way to achieve data security online. Encryption is a method of coding data. Generally it is necessary to provide a secret key or password in order to receive decoded information when encrypted. xGateway A gate or entrance into a network. The ISP connecting a home to the internet is generally the gateway in a residence. xHEX A numbering system used in encryption. HEX is a 16 symbol system consisting of the numbers 0 – 9 and A – F. xIP Address An address that identifies devices on a TCP/IP network (eg; 192.168.0.2). xISP (Internet Service Provider) A company that provides access to the internet. Glossary
18 ContinuedxMAC Address Media Access Control Address. On an 802.11 network the MAC address is used to identify each node of the network. xNetwork Name See SSID. xNetwork Key Network password. xSSID (Service Set Identifier) The unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). The SSID differentiates Wireless LANs from one another. For this reason an SSID must be entered on each wireless device attempting to connect on the WLAN. xStation See Client. xWEP Wired Equivalency Protocol. WEP is an 802.11 encryption standard that provides security for wireless LANs. xWireless LAN A wireless version of Ethernet, the Wireless Local Area Network enables wireless internet access through your SoftAP™ or broadband router. xWireless Network See Wireless LAN. xWPA Wi-Fi Protected Access. WPA is an addition to the security in the 802.11 standard. It is an enhancement to the original security implementation for 802.11 devices. xWPA Personal AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). See WPA. xWPA Personal TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol). See WPA.
19Problems Recommended SolutionsMy WPA security settings are notworking properly.Verify that your Network Keys are entered correctly.If the problem persists.........Reconfigure your wireless network setting to WEP security.I am unable to see my Network name in the Available wireless networks section of the Wireless Network Connection dialog box on my HP PC.Verify your Network name and Secu-rity settings.If the problem persists.............Consult the users manual for your Wireless Gateway or Access Point.I am having difficulty with my VPN connection.Check your VPN server administra-tor/IT Department for wireless con-nection support and requirements.Internet Gaming issues For assistance with internet gaming issues please refer to Microsoft inter-net gaming site.Troubleshooting
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Regulatory NoticesTo identify this product refer to the part or model number on the product labelFederal Communication Commission NoticesThis 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 televi-sion 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 fromthatto which the receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician forhelp.FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate this equipment.IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits setforth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should beinstalled and operated with minimum distance 20cm between theradiator & your body.Regulatory NoticesThis 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.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunctionwith any other antenna or transmitter.Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usageonly IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. isfirmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and 2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna, 3) For all products market in US, OEM has to limit the operation channels in CH1 to CH11 for 2.4G band by supplied firmware programming tool. OEM shall not supply any tool or info to the end-user regarding to Regulatory Domain change.As long as 3 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example PC peripheral requirements, etc.).IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.End Product LabelingThis transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains FCC ID: MXF-U950711AG”.Manual Information To the End UserThe OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module.The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
Canada (Industry Canada)This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1) this device may not cause interference and2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the deviceThis device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 1.95 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.Caution:The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.IMPORTANT NOTE:IC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forthfor an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installedand operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator andyour body.
Model Number WUBR180AGFunctional CriteriaData Rate Up to 54 MbpsOperating Range 802.11b/g: 30m (indoor), 200 m (outdoor)Radio SignalModulation Orthogonal Frequency DivisionMultiplexing (OFDM)Operating Frequency USA (FCC), Canada (IC):802.11b & 802.11g: 2.412~2.462 GHz 802.11a: 5.150~5.250 GHz, 5.725~5.850 GHzOperating Channel USA, Canada: 11 Channels (802.11b/g)Europe: 13 Channels (802.11b/g)Physical CharacteristicsPower Consumption TX: 350/305mA Max in 802.11b/g mode RX: 145 mA Max in 802.11b/g modeDimensions 4.5x 1.25 x1.25 in. Polarization VerticalProduct Specifications
Connector I-PEX ConnectorGain 802.11b/g:Peak gain: 1.95dBiRadiation Omni-directionalFrequency Band 2.4 ~ 2.5GHz, 4.9 ~ 5.9GHzModel Number WUBR180AG
Numbers802.11 3, 29, 30AAccess Point 21AES 3Antenna 9antenna 3, 5, 23ASCII 11CClient 10Eencryption 3, 7, 11GGateway 10, 21HHEX 11IInstallation 3installation 5, 23Kkey 3NNetwork 3, 9, 10, 11, 21network 3, 11, 13Network Key 10, 11Network key 21Network name 9, 13, 21Ssecurity 3WWireless Network 9, 10wireless network 9, 10, 21WLAN 3WPA 3, 7, 10, 13, 14, 21WPA2 3WPA-PSK 13, 14INDEX

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