SMC Networks 2862W-G - annexe 1 Quick Installation Manual

Package Contents
After unpacking the EZ Connect™ g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, check
the contents of the box to be sure you have received the following components:
• 1 SMC2862W-G EZ Connect™ g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
• 1 USB extension cable.
• 1 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD.
• Quick Installation Guide.
Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged
parts. If possible, please retain the carton and original packing materials in case there
is a need to return the product.
Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at SMC's Web site:
www.smc.com or www.smc-europe.com.
System Requirements
To install and connect to the SMC2862W, you must have:
• A PC running Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP.
• A CD-ROM drive.
• An available USB 2.0 port.
• A minimum of 32MB RAM and 300 MHz CPU.
• A minimum of 10MB available hard disk space for utility and driver installation
• Another IEEE 802.11b, or 802.11g compliant device installed on your network such
as the Barricade™ g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Broadband Router with Print Server
(SMC2804WBRP-G), or another wireless adapter, such as the EZ Connect™ g 2.4GHz
54 Mbps Wireless PCI Card (SMC2802W).
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, CALL: World Wide Web:
From U.S.A. and Canada http://www.smc.com/
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week) http://www.smc-europe.com/
(800) SMC-4-YOU;
Phn: (949) 679-8000;
Fax: (949) 679-1481 If you are looking for further contact
information, please visit www.smc.com
From Europe: Contact details can be found or www.smc-europe.com.
on www.smc-europe.com or www.smc.com.
INTERNET Model Number: SMC2862W-G
E-mail addresses:
techsupport@smc.com
european.techsupport@smc-europe.com
Driver updates:
http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_drivers_downloads
Hardware Description
SMC's EZ Connect™ g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMC2862W-G) is a high
speed IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless network adapter that supports up to 54 Mbps data
rate, and seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such
as mobile users or temporary conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable
wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-
term maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to cover
your network area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks or computers, and start network-
ing.
The EZ Connect™ g 2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has two status LED indicators.
LED Status Description
Link On Indicates a valid connection.
Flashing Indicates the adapter is scanning for
available networks.
Applications
EZ Connect™ wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective networking solution for:
• Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
• Difficult-to-wire environments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations and open areas where wiring
is difficult to employ.
• Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace
or change locations.
• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak periods
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites that need a temporary setup. Retailers,
airline and shipping companies that need additional workstations for peak periods.
Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites.
• Access to databases for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers or white-collar workers who need access to databases while
being mobile in a hospital, retail store, in an office or on a campus.
• SOHO users
SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a small
computer network.