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3. Connection and Operation
3.1 Connection Diagram
1) Install the driver and utility from the CD or download from
www.cablematters.com/downloads
2) Plug in the adapter to a USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
3) Wait while your computer recognizes the hardware
4) Connect to a local wireless router or hotspot
3.2 Installation Checklist
Computers without a CD drive can copy the contents onto a flash drive
from another computer or download from:
www.cablematters.com/downloads
Compatible with a USB 2.0 or 3.0 port. A USB 1.x port is not recommended.
Close all unnecessary programs and temporarily close your anti-virus software if it prevents the driver install
Install the software drivers BEFORE plugging in the Wireless AC600 adapter (Windows XP/Vista/7)
Install the utility in addition to the driver to configure the adapter with Windows XP, Vista, or 7
Extensive off-line help guide is available when the MediaTek utility is installed
MediaTek utility provides configuration options for profile settings and security encryption for XP and Vista
Administrator access on your computer is required to install the software
Installation requires the SSID (network) name, type of security encryption required, and the password
Disable any other wireless access on your computer before connecting the adapter
WPS - Wi-Fi Protected Set-up is supported with the button on the side and a compatible router
WPS pin setup is supported with the MediaTek utility
Do not connect the adapter through a USB hub
A USB extension cable up to 3 feet can be connected after a successful installation
Reboot your computer after the software driver installation
Never disconnect the adapter while data is being transferred
Use the 'Safe to Remove Hardware' feature whenever available (Windows XP/Vista/7)
The adapter must be inserted in the computer in order to uninstall the software
Windows 10 includes
www.cablematters.com
Wireless AC600 Dual-Band USB Adapter
the driver
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