LINKSYS WUSB54GP Wireless-G USB 2.0 Pen-type Network Adapter User Manual

LINKSYS LLC Wireless-G USB 2.0 Pen-type Network Adapter Users Manual

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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys guarantees that every Wireless-G USB Network Adapter will be free from physical defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase, when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications section of this User Guide. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. When returning a product, mark the Return Authorization number clearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of purchase. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. All customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada shall be held responsible for shipping and handling charges. IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. LINKSYS OFFERS NO REFUNDS FOR ITS PRODUCTS. Linksys makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity. Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623. SAFETY AND REGULATORY NOTICES FCC STATEMENT The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter has been tested and found to comply with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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. 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 according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Linksys could void the user's authority to operate the device. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, the antenna(s) for this device must comply with the following: • This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2) and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Note: Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 et CNR-210 du Canada. "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing." " Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit être utilisé à l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. " EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) Linksys Group declares that the Instant Wireless® Series products included in the Instant Wireless® Series conform to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC, EMC directive 89/336/EEC, and Low Voltage directive 73/23/EEC: For 2.4 GHz devices with 100 mW radios, the following standards were applied: • ETS 300-826, 301 489-1 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment. • EN 609 50 Safety • ETS 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment. Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. Contact local Authority for procedure to follow. Cisco-Linksys, LLC declares that WUSB54GP ( FCC ID: Q87-WUSB54GP ) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in USA.
Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level of above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use within the European community and countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and/or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03. For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance. • Linksys Group vakuuttaa täten että Wireless-G USB Network Adapter tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY, direktiivin 89/336/EEC ja direktiivin 73/23/EEC oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen. • Linksys Group déclare que la Wireless-G USB Network Adapter est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive 1999/5/EC, la directive 89/336/EEC, et à la directive 73/23/EEC. • Belgique B L'utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 (2462 MHz), 12 (2467 MHz), et 13 (2472 MHz). Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l'extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l'IBPT. • France F: 2.4 GHz Bande : les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, et 2472 MHz respectivement) sont complétement libres d'utilisation en France (en utilisation intérieur). Pour ce qui est des autres canaux, ils peuvent être soumis à autorisation selon le départment. L'utilisation en extérieur est soumis à autorisation préalable et très restreint. 2.4 GHz Band: only channels 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, and 2472 MHz respectively) may be used freely in France for indoor use. License required for outdoor installations. • Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. • Germany D: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. • Italia I: E' necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e' permessa. • Italy I: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed. • The Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. • Nederlands NL Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. WUSB54G-UG-3015A KL Table of Contents Chapter 1 : Introduction 1 The Wireless-G USB P en Type Network Adapter1t 1 Features 1 Chapter 2 : Planning Your Wireless Network 2 Network Topology 2 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 2 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 4 The Adapter’s Ports 4 The Adapter’s LEDs 4 Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 2000 5 Chapter 5: Hardware Installation 9 Connecting the Adapter 9 Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP 11 Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration 12 Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor 14 Overview 14 Accessing the WLAN Monitor 14 Link Information 15 Site Survey 17 Profiles 18 Creating a New Profile 20
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 26 Common Problems and Solutions 26 Frequently Asked Questions 27 Appendix B: Glossary 30 Appendix C: Specifications 38 Environmental 39 Appendix D: Warranty Information 40 Appendix E: Contact Information 41 Chapter 1: Introduction Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. By incorporating two new, blazing fast technologies -- USB 2.0 and Wireless- G -- the Adapter delivers data rates up to 54Mbps (5 times as fast as 802.11b), without the trouble of opening up the case of your desktop computer. To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. (It's compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports, but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds.) It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary. The included Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the Adapter to your wireless network settings, step by step. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter is also compatible with the Wireless-B (802.11b) network standard, with data rates up to 11Mbps. And your wireless communications can be protected by 128-bit encryption, so your data stays secure. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter's high-gain antenna lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of running cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network. Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network. So don't hassle with running cables through your house -- get connected the easy way with the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. • Compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b (2.4GHz) Stardards • Support USB 2.0 with up to 54Mbps, High-Speed Data Transfer Rate with Automatic Fallback • Plug-and-Play Operation Provides Easy Setup • Supports up to 128-bit WEP Encryption Security • Compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP The Wireless-G USB Pen Type Network Adapter Features
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices. Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other. Choosing between these two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or peripherals with a wired network or not. If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessed by a wired network or need to share a peripheral, such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up in infrastructure mode. (See Figure 2-1.) The basis of infrastructure mode centers around an access point, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless network. Access points transmit data to PCs equipped with wireless network cards, which can roam within a certain radial range of the access point. Multiple access points can be arranged to work in succession to extend the roaming range, and can be set up to communicate with your Ethernet (wired) hardware as well. Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers on the wireless network, then the ad-hoc mode can be used. (See Figure 2-2.) Ad-hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other, eliminating the need for an access point. The drawback of this mode is that, in Ad- Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of course, communication between the wireless-equipped computers is limited by the distance and interference directly between them.
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Pen Type Network Adapter The Network Adapter is connected to your PC through its USB port. All power is provided through the USB connection, making a power adapter unnecessary. The Network Adapter’s LEDs show you how the Adapter is functioning. Power Green. This LED will light up to let you know that the Adapter is adequately powered over the USB connection. Link Green. The Link LED will be lit steadily when the Network Adapter is connected to your wireless network. The LED will blink when there is wireless network traffic. The USB Port The Adapter’s LEDs Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 2000 The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure. The Setup Wizard will install the WLAN Monitor and driver, as well as configure the Adapter. 1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and Figure 4-1 should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter D:\setup.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive). To install the Adapter, click the Install button on theWelcome screen. Click User Guide to view this User Guide or click Exit to exit the Setup Wizard. Figure 4-1 Important: You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before connecting the Adapter.
2. Read the License Agreement and click the Next button to continue the installation. If you click the Cancel button, you will end the installation. 3. The following screen, shown in Figure 4-3, will ask for some information about your wireless network. In the SSID field, enter your network’s SSID (Service Set Identifier). The SSID is your network name and must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase). Next, choose a wireless mode. Click the Infrastructure Mode radio button if you want your wireless computers to network with computers on your wired network using a wireless access point. Click the Ad-Hoc Mode radio button if you want multiple wireless computers to network directly with each other. Click the Next button to continue, or click the Back button to return to the previous page. 4. If you chose I n f r a s t r u c t u r e Mode, go to Step 5 now. If you chose Ad-Hoc Mode, select the correct operating channel for your network from the Channel dropdown menu. Then, select the Network Mode from the dropdown menu. Click the Next button, and go to Step 5. Click the Back button to change any settings. Channel - The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wireless network. If you are unsure about which channel to use, select the default channel (Channel 6). Network Mode - Keep the default setting, Mixed, if you have Wireless-G and Wireless-B devices in your network. Select G-Only if you have only Wireless-G devices in your network. 5. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it starts to copy files. Click the Next button to save these settings, or click the Back button to change any settings.
6. At this point, you may see a warning screen, such as that shown in Figure 4-6 , asking if you’d like to cease installation. You can click the Yes button to continue; the Adapter will function properly. 7. After the files have been successfully copied, the screen in Figure 4-7 will appear. Click the Exit button. Proceed to “Chapter 5: Hardware Installation.” Chapter 5: Hardware Installation 1. The Adapter comes with the USB cable you will use to connect the Adapter to your PC. (See Figure 5-1.) 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port of the Adapter. 3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to one of the USB ports on your computer (see Figure 5-2). Adapter
4. When Windows 2000 begins installing the Network Adapter’s driver file, a screen similar to that shown in Figure 5-3 will appear, stating that a digital signature was not found. This software has been tested and found to work properly with Windows 2000. Click the Yes button to continue installation. If your PC is running Windows XP, proceed to “Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP.” If your PC is running Windows 2000, the installation of the Wireless-B USB Network Adapter is complete. If you want to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or make additional configuration changes, proceed to “Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor.” Chapter 6: Driver Installation for Windows XP After connecting the Adapter to your PC, as shown in Chapter 5, you’ll need to install the driver. 1. Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click the radio button next to Install the software automatically (Recommended) (as shown in Figure 6-1). Then click the Next button. 2. A screen similar to that shown in Figure 6-2 will appear, asking if you wish to discontinue installation. This software has been tested and found to work properly with Windows XP. Click the Continue Anyway button to continue installation. 3. The next screen shows that the Wizard is complete. Click the Finish button. The drivers are now installed.
1. After installing the Adapter, the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration icon will appear in your computer’s system tray (see Figure 6-4). Double-click the icon. 2. The screen that appears will show any available wireless network. Select the network you want. If this network has WEP encryption enabled, go to step 3. If this network does not have WEP encryption enabled, then Figure 6-5 will appear. Make sure the box next to Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure is checked. Then click the Connect button, and go to step 4. 3. If WEP is enabled, the screen in Figure 6-6 will appear. Enter the WEP key of your wireless network in the Network key field, and re-enter it in the Confirm network key field. Then click the Connect button, and go to step 4. 4. The screen in Figure 6-7 will appear if your connection is active. For more information about wireless networking on a Windows XP computer, click Start and then Help and Support. Enter the keyword wireless in the field provided, and press the Enter key. Congratulations! The installation of the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter is complete.
Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor Use the WLAN Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings. After installing the Adapter, the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter WLAN Monitor icon will appear in your system tray. Double-click the icon (see Figure 7-1). The Link Information screen will appear. (See Figure 7-2.) From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality is. You can also click the More Information button to view additional status information about the current wireless connection. To search for available wireless networks, click the Site Survey tab. To perform configuration changes, click the Profiles tab. Accessing the WLAN Monitor Overview The Link Information screen, shown again in Figure 7-3, displays the signal strength and link quality information about the current connection and provides a button to click for additional status information. Ad-Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Mode - The screen indicates whether the Adapter is currently working in ad-hoc or infrastructure mode. Signal Strength - The Signal Strength bar indicates the signal strength. Link Quality - The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection. Click the More Information button to view more information about the wireless network connection, shown on the following page and in Figure 7-4.. Click the X (Close) button in the upper right corner to exit the WLAN Monitor.
Wireless Network Status Status - The status of the wireless network connection. SSID - The unique name of the wireless network. Wireless Mode - The mode of the wireless network currently in use. Transfer Rate - The data transfer rate of the current connection. Channel - The channel to which the wireless network devices are set. WEP - The status of the WEP encryption security feature. MAC - The MAC address of the wireless network’s access point. TCP/IP Setting IP Address - The IP Address of the Adapter. Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask of the Adapter. Default Gateway - The Default Gateway address of the Adapter. DNS - The DNS address of the Adapter. DHCP - The status of the DHCP client. Signal Strength - The Signal Strength bar indicates the signal strength. Link Quality - The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection. Click the Back button to return to the initial Link Information screen. Click the X (Close) button in the upper right corner to exit the WLAN Monitor. The Site Survey screen, shown in Figure 7-5, displays a list of infrastructure and ad-hoc networks available for connection. SSID - The SSID or unique name of the wireless network. Signal - The percentage of signal strength, from 0 to 100%. Site Information Wireless Mode - The mode of the wireless network currently in use. Channel - The channel to which the wireless network devices are set. WEP - The status of the WEP encryption security feature. MAC - The MAC address of the wireless network’s access point. Surveyed at - The time at which the wireless network was scanned. Refresh - Click the Refresh button to perform a new search for wireless devices. Connect - To connect to one of the networks on the list, select the wireless network, and click the Connect button. If the wireless network has WEP encryption enabled, you will see the screen shown in Figure 7-6.
The Profiles screen, shown in Figure 7-6, lets you save different configuration profiles for different network setups. You can also import or export profiles. The default profile holds the initial configuration saved when you ran the Setup Wizard. Profile - Name of the connection profile. SSID - The wireless network’s unique name, as set in the connection profile. Profile Information Wireless Mode - The mode of the wireless network currently in use. Transfer Rate - The data transfer rate of the current connection. (In Auto mode, the Adapter dynamically shifts to the fastest data transfer rate possible at any given time.) Channel - The channel to which the wireless network devices are set. WEP - The status of the WEP encryption security feature. Connect - To connect to a wireless network using a specific profile, select the profile, and click the Connect button. Edit - Select a profile, and click the Edit button to change an existing profile. New - Click the New button to create a new profile. See the next section, “Creating a New Profile,” for detailed instructions. Import - Click the Import button to import a profile that has been saved in another location. Select the appropriate file, as shown in Figure 7-7, and click the Open button. Export - To save the profile(s) in a different location, click the Export button. Direct Windows to the appropriate folder, as shown in Figure 7-8, and click the OK button. Delete - Click the Delete button to delete a profile. Click the X (Close) button in the upper right corner to exit the WLAN Monitor.
7. The Confirm New Settings screen will appear (shown in Figure 7-15). To save the new settings, click the Yes button. To cancel the settings and return to the P r o f i l e s screen, click the Cancel button. To edit the new s e t t i n g s , click the Back button. 8. The Congratulations screen (Figure 7-16) will appear next. Click Activate new settings now to implement the new settings immediately and return to the Link Information screen. Click Activate new settings later to keep the current settings active, and return to the Profiles screen so that you can edit your profile or create another profile. You have successfully created a connection profile. Click the X (Close) button in the upper right corner to exit the WLAN Monitor.

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