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Wireless WL-HDD
(For 802.11g/b Wireless Clients)
User’s Manual
E2013 / Mar 2005
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User Notice Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITE
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Table of Contents Copyright Information ................................................................................. 2 Limitation of Liability ................................................................................... 3 1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 7 Overview................................................................................................ 7 The ASUS Wireless Family ..........................
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Table of Contents Locating the Copied Files on the Hard Disk Drive .......................... 28 Shutting down the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD .................................. 28 3. Software Configuration ..................................................................... 29 Configuring the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD ........................................... 29 Wireless .......................................................................................... 30 Interface ..............................
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Contact Information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112 General Telephone: +886-2-2894-3447 General Fax: +886-2-2894-7798 Web Site Address: www.asus.com.tw General Email: info@asus.com.tw Technical Support MB/Others (Tel): +886-2-2890-7121 Notebook (Tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 Networking (Tel): +886-2-2890-7902 Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Company Address: 44370 Nobel Driv
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Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". This device is a wireless local area network (WLAN) hard disk drive (HDD) with additional Access Point (AP) functionality. It is designed to be fully compliant with the IEEE 802.11g standard and provides data transfer at 54 Mbps using the OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing) technology. It is also backward compliant with IEEE 802.11b standards and can be adapted for wired environme
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1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction The ASUS Wireless Family The ASUS Wireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for 802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office. Access Point/Client The ASUS WLAN 802.11g The ASUS 3 in 1 Access Point (WL-300g) Pocket Access Point creates a wireless network (WL-330g) creates a using the IEEE 802.11g and wireless network 802.11b wireless standards. using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. Access Point/Router The
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802.11g 54Mbps Chapter 1 - Introduction USB Access Point/Client USB Client The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL- 160g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity. The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL- 167g) is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity. PCI Client Access Point/File Server The ASUS WLAN PCI Card (W
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1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Features The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" has the following useful features: • 54 Mbps high speed WLAN access • Up to 54 Mbps transfer speeds over the 2.4 GHz frequency band • Compatible with existing 802.11b WLAN environments • Auto fallback algorithm to select transmission rate • Secure wireless connectivity • AP mode: 64 / 128 bit WEP, WPA • Client mode: 64 / 128 bit WEP • Standard IDE device support • Uses Ultra DMA 100 IDE controller • Adapted for 2.5-inc
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Package List Your package contains the following items: 2.4GHz dipole antenna Screw on to install ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" with 2.4GHz dipole antenna RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through) Power adapter (5 volts DC) Quick start guide Support CD (drivers, utilities, and manuals) ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 11 1 - Introduction
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1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Hardware Components This section gives you a tour of the different ports and status indicators of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". Refer to this section when installing and operating your device. Ports and Buttons 4 1 2 3 1 Power Connector: Connect the power adapter here. USB Port: Insert a USB flash disk here. 2 LAN Port: Connect one end of the RJ-45 Ethernet cable here and the other end to the RJ-45 port 3 of a network hub, switch, or router. Reset Button:
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Wireless Performance This section provides a few ideas to help you improve the performance of your WLAN. Site Topography For optimal performance, locate wireless mobile clients and the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal or concrete walls or floors block transmission. Locate the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" in open areas or add more
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1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Site Surveys A site survey analyzes the installation environment and provides users with recommendations for equipment and its placement. The optimum placement differs depending on the ASUS AP design and specifications. Roaming Between ASUS APs If there are multiple ASUS APs on the network, then a wireless mobile client may seamlessly roam from one ASUS AP to another. Each ASUS AP creates its own wireless cell or coverage area. This is also known as a Ba
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Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2. Getting Started Location Tips • Determine the best location for the device while keeping in mind the following considerations: • The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network must not exceed 100 meters. • For standard placement, try to place the device on a flat, sturdy surface as far from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or bookcase, keeping clear of metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight. • For external antenna
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2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started AP Mode INTERNET In order to use the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" as an AP, it has to be connected to a network hub for Internet access. Attach one end of the RJ- 45 Ethernet cable to the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" and attach the other end to the RJ-45 port of a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (represented by the INTERNET connection in the illustration). Network Storage Mode INTERNET To use the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" as a WLAN storage device in a
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Chapter 2 - Getting Started Connecting Power Attach one end of the AC power adapter, included in the product package, to the power jack on the device and the other end to a power outlet. The POWER LED lights up when the unit is powered ON. Warning: Use the product only with the power adapter supplied in the product package. Using another power supply may damage the device. Warning: To shut down the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD, click the Shut- down button on the web manager. This prevents damage to the
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2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started If you set your computer’s (wireless client) IP manually, it needs to be on the same segment as the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". To set the TCP/IP settings, use the Network and Dialup Connections wizard to create a new LAN connection and configure its TCP/IP settings as follows: 1. Select “My Network Places” from 2. Click View network connections. Windows start. 4. Double-click Internet Protocol 3. Right-click the Local Area (TCP/IP) Connection. 18 ASUS
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Chapter 2 - Getting Started 4. Select “Use the following...” IP address: 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be any number between 1 and 254 that is not used by another device except 192.168.1.220 which is used by the “WL-HDD”) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 SSID Settings The SSID or the network name of the WLAN adapter must be configured correctly for proper operation. Click the LAN icon under “Network and Dialup Connections” and right-click to view its Properties. Click Configure under the General tab. Then se
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2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started Using the Hard Disk Drive Now that you have installed the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" and connected it as required, you are ready to start using the hard drive as a network storage device as described in the following sections. Accessing the Hard Disk Drive You can access the hard drive in any of the following ways: Searching for the Device The easiest method to locate the hard disk from the network is to search for all computers on the network and then
