SMC Networks 11N User Manual

EZ ConnectTM NDraft 11n Wireless USB2.0 AdapterSMCWUSBS-N

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vAbout This GuidePurposeThis guide details the hardware features of the wireless USB adapter, including its physical and performance-related character

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viiContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1-1Features 1-1System Requirements 1-2Package Checklist 1-2Hardware Description 1-2LED Indicators 1-3WPS Butto

viiiContentsAbout 5-10Help 5-11Appendix A: Troubleshooting A-1USB Adapter Installation Problems A-1Network Connection Problems A-1Uninstalling the

1-1Chapter 1: IntroductionThe SMCWUSBS-N is a Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) Wireless USB Adapter that enables wireless connectivity for your PC. The device

Introduction1-2System RequirementsBefore you install the EZ Connect Wireless USB Adapter, check your system meets the following requirements:• 2.4 GHz

LED Indicators1-3LED IndicatorsThe Wireless USB Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table.WPS ButtonU

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2-1Chapter 2: Driver and Utility InstallationThe CD-ROM that comes with the package contains the USB driver and software utility for the Wireless USB

Driver and Utility Installation2-23. Click Next to continue the installation.Figure 2-2. EZ Connect N CD - Driver and Utility Installation4. Wait for

2-35. When the “Installation Complete” message displays, click Finish.Figure 2-4. EZ Connect N CD - Installation Finished6. Insert the Wireless USB A

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3-1Chapter 3: ConfigurationAccessing the EZ Connect Wireless UtilityOnce the the SMC EZ Connect Wireless utility installation is complete, the configu

Configuration3-2Wireless Utility ConfigurationThe SMC EZ Connect Wireless utility screen includes the options in the table below. For details on the c

Wireless Utility Configuration3-3ProfileThe profile settings page allows you to set and save different wireless settings. You can activate the suitabl

Configuration3-4- Infrastructure – An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. Select Infrastructure to associate

Wireless Utility Configuration3-5• Authentication / Encryption — Configure authentication and encryption to match the security of the wireless network

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Configuration3-6Figure 3-5. Authentication - LEAP- WPA / WPA-PSK – Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) employs a combination of technologies to provide an e

Wireless Utility Configuration3-7network access control that uses a RADIUS server on the local network for user authentication. The 802.1X standard us

Configuration3-8• Tunnel Authentication – Selects the tunnel authentication protocol. This pull-down menu is only available when the authentication t

Wireless Utility Configuration3-9NetworkThe network setting page allows you to set and save different wireless settings. You can activate the suitable

Configuration3-10You can press the button on the buttom right corner to display the network status, as shown below.Note: The maximum transmit link spe

Wireless Utility Configuration3-11AdvancedThe Advanced page allows you to configure extended features for the wireless network.Figure 3-10. AdvancedT

Configuration3-12Country Region Code — Select the country in which the device is being used. Setting the country code restricts operation of the devic

Wireless Utility Configuration3-13WMMWi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), also known as Wireless Multimedia Extensions (WME), is a Wi-Fi Alliance interoperability

Configuration3-14WPSWi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is based on push-button or PIN (Personal Identification Number) entry authentication to provide strong

Wireless Utility Configuration3-15- Registrar – A registrar is the network enrollment center.If the Wireless USB Adapter is set as a registrar, click

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Configuration3-16Radio SettingPress the Radio On/Off icon to disable or enable the radio signal connection.About The about page displays the informati

Wireless Utility Configuration3-17Help The help page provides detailed information about each setting of the EZ Connect utility. Click the contents on

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4-1Chapter 4: Network PlanningSMC's EZ Connect Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated

Network Planning4-2The infrastructure configuration not only extends the accessibility of wireless PCs to the wired LAN, but also increases the effect

5-1Chapter 5: AP Mode ConfigurationThe USB Adapter's utility can extend the functionality of the device by adding an Access Point (AP) mode to it

AP Mode Configuration5-2Double-click the quick launch icon to open the Soft AP utility configuration for the next time. The utility screens are simila

AP Mode Utility Configuration5-3ConfigurationThe configuration page allows you to set parameters for the wireless network.Figure 5-1. ConfigurationTh

AP Mode Configuration5-4Use Mac Address — Click the button to display the physical layer address of the access point.Security Setting — Configure the

AP Mode Utility Configuration5-5Figure 5-2. Configuration - Security SettingCountry Region Code — Select the country region where the access point is

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AP Mode Configuration5-6Access ControlThe access control page allows you to restrict the MAC address connected to this AP.Figure 5-3. Access ControlT

AP Mode Utility Configuration5-7 MAC TableThe MAC table page displays the current station link information.Figure 5-4. MAC TableThe displayed items o

AP Mode Configuration5-8Event LogThe event log page displays system messages generated during system operation. The logged messages can serve as a val

AP Mode Utility Configuration5-9StatisticsThe statistics page displays the connected-related statistics with detail counter information. Click Reset C

AP Mode Configuration5-10About The about page displays the information about version numbers of the configuration utility, firmware and other informat

AP Mode Utility Configuration5-11Help The help page provides detailed information about each setting of the Soft AP utility. Click one of the headings

AP Mode Configuration5-12

A-1Appendix A: TroubleshootingUSB Adapter Installation ProblemsIf your computer cannot find the EZ Connect Wireless USB Adapter or the network driver

TroubleshootingA-2Uninstalling the UtilityIf you are having problems with the utility, you may need to uninstall the software from the system.Follow t

Uninstalling the UtilityA-33. Uninstallation begins.4. When the uninstall is complete, click Finish to exit.

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B-1Appendix B: SpecificationsInterfaceUSB version 2.0 compliantPower+5V DC, 0.5A over USB connectionRadio SpecificationsIEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0)IEEE 8

SpecificationsB-2Physical Size82 x 26 x 11 mm (3.23 x 1.02 x 0.43 in.)Weight16 g (0.56 oz)TemperatureOperating: -10 to 50 °C (14 to 122 °F)Humidity5%

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iCompliancesFederal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B di

iiAustralia/New Zealand AS/NZS 4771Japan VCCI Class BTaiwan DGT (NCC)根據交通部低功率管理辦法規定：第十二條　經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。第十四條

iiiCouncil recommendation 1999/519/EC of 12 July 1999, limitations of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz)CzechD