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Gemtek Systems WUBR-177G User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual USB Wireless 802.11 b/g Adaptor V 2.0...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2006 Gemtek Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. MODEL NUMBER: WUBR-177G USB Wireless 802.11 b/g Adaptor...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 1 Introduction.................5 1.1 Inventory Checklist.....................5 1.2 Supported Security...................6 2 Antenna Attachment....................7 3 Security Setting....................8 4 WindowsXP Wireless Zero Configuration............9 4.1 Launching MicrosoftWindowsXP Wireless Network Configuration......9 4.2 Setting the Network Key Automatically............10 4.3 Setting the Network Key Manually............12 4.3.1 WEP: Setting the Network Key (Network Security)..........15 4.3.2 WPA: Setting the Network Key (Network Security)..........18 Glossary..................
  • Page 4 Table of Figures Figure 1: Antenna Attachment............7 Figure 2: Wireless Network Icon............9 Figure 3: Wireless Network Connection dialog box ...........10 Figure 4: Wireless Network Connection dialog box..........11 Figure 5: Connecting to Wireless............11 Figure 6: Wireless Network Connection dialog box..........12 Figure 7: Wireless Network Connection dialog box ...........13 Figure 8: Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box........14 Figure 9: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box...........14...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. Introduction Your PC comes with a built-in USB Wireless 802.11 b/g adaptor which allows it to function as a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connecting with other wireless product(s). This product is an IEEE 802.11g Compliant device. It features automatic rate selection and advanced security features like WEP, 802.1x, WPA/WPA2 with TKIP and AES for stronger data encryption.

  • Page 6: Supported Security

    1.2 Supported Security In order to secure your network from passive or active intrusion, key features are enabled on WindowsXP Wireless Zero Configuration: WPA personal security WEP encryption Note: In order to have the WPA encryption method, you must upgrade your Windows XP to Service Pack 2.

  • Page 7: Antenna Attachment

    2. Antenna Attachment This chapter contains instructions for antenna installation. Note: If you have already attached the antenna to your PC, please skip to Chapter 3. Please find a connector at one end of the antenna cable. Screw this connector (A) to the matching antenna receptable (B) located at the back of the computer chassis.

  • Page 8: Security Setting

    3. Security Setting Security can be set up using WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol) or WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). It is important to set up matching security types between devices. Be certain to check the type of security on your other wireless device(s) in order to decide which type of security needs to be set up on your PC.

  • Page 9: Windowsxp Wireless Zero Configuration

    4. WindowsXP Wireless Zero Configuration It is necessary to complete the steps in Chapter 2, Antenna Attachment prior to using Win- dowsXP Wireless Network Configuration. If you have already established a wireless network with access to the internet and you would like to wirelessly connect this HP PC to your wireless network, use WindowsXP Zero Config- uration (WindowsXP Wireless Auto Configuration).

  • Page 10: Setting The Network Key Automatically

    4.2. Setting the Network Key Automatically The PC will begin functioning in Station Mode (as a Client) with your Wireless LAN Network as soon as the Network Key is set-up. Note: If you do not have an existing wireless network you will need to set up your Gateway prior to using your PC in Station Mode.

  • Page 11: Figure 4: Wireless Network Connection Dialog Box

    The Wireless Network Connection dialog box will appear as shown below. Figure 4: Wireless Network Connection dialog box 5. Enter your Network Key (WEP Key or WPA Key) for your Wireless Network. 6. Input the Network Key a second time into the “Confirm network key” field. Note: If your network is using WEP encryption, then a HEX or an ASCII format is necessary when entering your Network Key: HEX: 10 characters in HEX notation for 40 bit or 26 characters for 128...

  • Page 12: Setting The Network Key Manually

    After connection to a wireless network is established, a Wireless Network Connection dialog box, as shown below will appear Figure 6: Wireless Network Connection dialog box 4.3. Setting the Network Key Manually After launching the application (See Section 4.1, Launching the application) you will need to input the Network name and Network Key.

  • Page 13: Figure 7: Wireless Network Connection Dialog Box

    Figure 7: Wireless Network Connection dialog box Note: Your Network name will appear in the Wireless Network Connection window. Any other listed available wireless networks represent the wireless networks established within range of your PC. These will vary and may not provide secured access to the internet. 1.

  • Page 14: Figure 8: Wireless Network Connection Properties Dialog Box

    The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears. Figure 8: Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box 3. Select the General tab in the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. 4. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the “This connection uses the following items:” selection box.

  • Page 15: Wep: Setting The Network Key (Network Security)

    6. Verify that the following choices are selected: Obtain an IP address automatically Obtain DNS server address automatically 7. Select OK. You are returned to the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. For instructions on how to set WEP security refer to Section 4.3.1. For instructions on how to set WPA security refer to Section 4.3.2.

  • Page 16: Figure 10: Manually Adding A Wireless Network

    Select the Wireless Networks tab as shown in figure 10 below. Figure 10: Manually adding a Wireless Network 2. Select Add under the Preferred networks selection box. The Wireless Network Properties dialog box appears. USB Wireless 802.11 b/g Adaptor WindowsXPWireless Zero Configuration...

  • Page 17: Figure 11: Wireless Network Properties Dialog Box

    Figure 11: Wireless Network Properties dialog box 3. Input your Network name (SSID). 4. Uncheck the box “The key is provided for me automatically”. 5. Verify that the Network Authentication is set to Open. 6. Verify that the Data Encryption is set to WEP. 7.

  • Page 18: Wpa: Setting The Network Key (Network Security)

    4.3.2 WPA: Setting the Network Key (Network Security) This section gives instruction on how to correctly set up WPA security on your HP PC. If you are currently running a WEP enabled device, return to Section 4.3.1, WEP: Setting the Net- work Key (Network Security).

  • Page 19: Figure 13: Wireless Network Properties Dialog Box

    2. Select Add under the Preferred networks selection box. The Wireless Network Properties dialog box appears as shown in figure 1 Figure 13: Wireless Network Properties dialog box 3. Uncheck the box “The key is provided for me automatically”. 4. Verify that the Network Authentication is set to WPA-PSK. 5.

  • Page 20: Glossary

    Glossary Terms Terms Continued A hardware device (possibly a PC) that Media Access Control Address. On an Access Point (AP) MAC Address can act as a communication hub for 802.11 network the MAC address is used to identify each node of the network. wireless devices enabling them to connect to a wired LAN (Local Area Network) or to See SSID.

  • Page 21: Glossary

    Continued Media Access Control Address. On an MAC Address 802.11 network the MAC address is used to identify each node of the network. See SSID. Network Name Network password. Network Key The unique identifier attached to the SSID (Service Set Identifier) header of packets sent over a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).

  • Page 22: Glossary

    USB Wireless 802.11 b/g Adaptor Glossary...

  • Page 23: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Troubleshooting Table 1: Problems Recommended Solutions My WPA security settings are not Verify that your Network Keys are working properly. entered correctly. If the problem persists Reconfigure your wireless network setting to WEP security. I am unable to see my Network Verify your Network name and Secu- name in the Available wireless rity settings.

  • Page 24: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Gemtek declares that US model of WUBR-177G (FCC ID: MXF-U950529G) is limited in CH1-CH11 for 2.4G band by specific firmware controlled by the manufacturer and is not user changeable.
  • Page 25 European Notices EC Conformance Declaration This device compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: EN 60950 (IEC 60950) - Product Safety EN 300 328 - Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz radio equipment EN 301 893 –...
  • Page 26 European Notices Continued German Hiermit erklärt Gemtek Technology Corp, dass sich dieser/diese/diese Managed Accces Point in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi) Hiermit erklärt Gemtek Technology Corp die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes RLAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
  • Page 27 Latvian Ar šo Gemtek Technology Corp deklar , ka RLAN device atbilst Direkt vas 1999/5/EK b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem. IC CAUTION IC statement: Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 28: Appendix C: Product Specifications

    Appendix C: Product Specifications Model Number WUBR177G Functional Criteria Data Rate Up to 54 Mbps Operating Range 802.11b/g: 30m (indoor), 200 m (outdoor) Radio Signal Modulation Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Operating Frequency USA (FCC), Canada (IC): 802.11b/g: 2412~2462 MHz (Ch1~Ch11) Europe (ETSI): 802.11b/g : 2412~2472 MHz (Ch1~Ch13) Operating Channel...
  • Page 29 Model Number WUBR177G Environmental Temperature Operating: 0 to 55 C (32 to 131 F) Storage: -20 to 75 C (-4 to 167 F) Humidity 5 to 90% (non-condensing) Certification Emissions EN 55022 Class B EN 61000-4-2/3/4/6/11 FCC Part 15 (B) Safety EN60950 ETSI...

  • Page 30: Index

    Index 802.11 1, 5, 8, 28, 29 Access Point 19, 23 AES 5, 19 Antenna 3, 4, 5,,7, 9, 24, 28, 29 ASCII 11, 17, 19 Broadband Router 17, 19 Client 10 Encryption 5, 6, 8, 11,17, 19 Gateway 10, 17, 19, 23 HEX 11, 17, 19 Installation 5, 7, 24 Key 15...

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