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54 Mbps
Wireless
USB Adapter
Model #: 802UIG
User Manual
™
Solutions for the Digital Life
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 Minimum System Requirements 1 Features 2 Technical Support 2 2 Understanding the Wireless Network 3 Ad Hoc Mode
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Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter. The 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter features the latest wireless technology and security protocols to keep your data accessible and secure. This easy-to-set-up, easy-to- use product is perfect for the mobile, home, or small office computer user. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter is one of the keys to your success. This User Manual will show
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Features s IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g standards conformity s USB interface (USB 1.1 [11 Mbps max.], 2.0 [54 Mpbs max.] compatible) s WEP, WPA, WPA_PSK, and 802.1x support Technical Support A c t i o ntec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-performance, high- quality products. If you need assistance, the A c t i o ntec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. A c tiontec Electronic
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Understanding the 2 Wireless Network Wireless local area networks (WLAN) perform the exact same functions as wired local area networks (LAN). Each computer in the WLAN uses a data radio device to connect to the network, and all computers in the network share the same frequen- cy and method for identifying wireless devices. Wireless local area networks differ from wired local area networks only in their operating mode. The two operation modes are Ad Hoc and Infrastructure. Ad Hoc Mode Ad ho
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Infrastructure Mode Infrastructure mode is a networking framework where devices communicate with each other by first going through an access point or wireless router/gateway. Infrastructure mode lets wireless devices communicate with each other or with a wired network. Two types of service can exist while in infrastructure mode: Basic Service Set (BSS) - An access point connected to a wired network and a set of wireless stations. Extended S
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Setting Up 3 the Adapter The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps contained in the ® A c t i o ntec Connection 1-2-3 setup utility, which provides a visual, step-by-step guide to setting up the USB Adapter. It is recommended the user run Connection 1-2-3 first, before attempting any other procedures. Caution: Do not plug in the Adapter until instructed during the M installation procedure. 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. Connection
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter 2. Get the USB cable and Adapter from the box, then click on Next. 3. Plug the smaller end of the USB cable into the port on the front of the Adapter, then click Next. 6 7
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter 4. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port located on the back of the computer. Note: After plugging in the Adapter to the computer, wait for the ☞ “Add New Hardware Wizard” to complete before clicking Next. Click N e x t. 5. If using Windows XP, follow the steps on the next screen. Otherwise, click N e x t to continue. 6 7
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter Note: For systems running Windows 98 SE, the Windows 98 SE ☞ Installation CD may need to be accessed during the installation process. If this occurs, a window will appear, asking for 98 SE Installation CD. Remove the Connection 1-2-3 CD from the CD- ROM drive, replace it with the 98 SE Installation CD, then, when finished, remove it and put the Connection 1-2-3 CD back in the CD-ROM drive. 6. Connection
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter 8. The congratulations screen appears. Click Next. 9. Read the onscreen instructions, then click Finish. Reboot the computer. The USB Adapter is now ready to use. For additional config- uration options, see chapter 4, “Using the Wireless Configuration Utility.” If using Windows XP, see Appendix B, “Using the Adapter With Windows XP.” 8 9
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Using the Wireless 4 Configuration Utility To monitor the wireless network to which the USB Adapter is connected, as well as check or adjust wireless network settings, use the Wireless Configuration Utility. This Utility offers the ability to check wireless network signal strength, connect to a wireless network, and many other options. Note: If the computer is using the Windows XP Wireless ☞ Configuration Utility, the A c t i o ntec Wireless Configuration Utility cannot be used. To use t
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility A menu appears, displaying the Utility’s options. To select one, click on it, and the appropriate window will appear. About Selecting “About” from the Utility menu generates the “About” window. This window displays the version numbers for the Adapter’s chipset, driver version, and firmware. 12 13
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Link Status Selecting “Link Status” from the Utility menu generates the “Link Status” window. The Link Status window provides information regarding the current status of the USB Adapter and its settings, including how many packets are being received and transmitted, transfer rate, SSID, IP address, and other related settings. 12 13
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Site Monitor Selecting “Site Monitor” from the Utility menu generates the “Site Monitor” win- dow. The Site Monitor window displays information regarding nearby visible access points or wireless routers/gateways, as well as other computers available through ad hoc networks. To view more information about a particular network, select it from the “Visible Networks” list box and click Advanced
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility View Available Networks Selecting “View Available Networks” from the Utility menu generates the “Single Source Card Utility” window. This window displays the available wireless networks, allowing the user to change networks. To configure the SSID or name of a wireless network, highlight the name (“Actiontec” in the figure above, for example) and click Configure. To automati- cally connect to
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Advanced Clicking “Advanced” in the Single Source Card Utility window generates the “Advanced” window. Use this window to select the type of network to which the Adapter connects. Exit Selecting “Exit” from the Utility menu closes the Utility. Hide Systray Icon Selecting “Hide Systray Icon” removes the Utility icon from the system tray. To place it back in the system tray, start the Utility by selecting Start from the desktop, then Programs,
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Troubleshooting 5 and FAQs This chapter describes some common problems that may be encountered when using the USB Adapter, and ways to resolve the problems. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting The Adapter can’t connect to an access point. From the Network Properties applet, perform the following steps: • Make sure the operating mode is set to Infrastructure mode. • Make sure that the SSID is the same as the SSID of the access point. Many access points are c
