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ActionTec 802UIG User Manual

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  • Page 1: Usb Adapter

    54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter Model #: 802UIG User Manual ™ Solutions for the Digital Life...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Technical Support 2 Understanding the Wireless Network Ad Hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode 3 Setting Up the Adapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Opening the Wireless Configuration Utility About Link Status Site Monitor View Available Networks...
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  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Mbps Wireless Adapter features the latest wireless technology and security protocols to keep your data accessible and secure. This easy-to-set-up, easy-to- use product is perfect for the mobile, home, or small office computer user. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec Adapter is one of the keys to your success.

  • Page 5: Features

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Features b and IEEE 802.11 802.11 interface ( USB 1.1 WPA_PSK Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-performance, high- quality products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support.

  • Page 6: Understanding The Wireless Network

    Understanding the Wireless Network Wireless local area networks ( ) perform the exact same functions as wired WLAN local area networks ( ). Each computer in the uses a data radio device to WLAN connect to the network, and all computers in the network share the same frequen- cy and method for identifying wireless devices.

  • Page 7: Infrastructure Mode

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Infrastructure Mode Infrastructure mode is a networking framework where devices communicate with each other by first going through an access point or wireless router/gateway. Infrastructure mode lets wireless devices communicate with each other or with a wired network.

  • Page 8: Setting Up The Adapter

    Setting Up the Adapter The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Connection 1-2-3 to setting up the Adapter. It is recommended the user run Connection first, before attempting any other procedures. Caution: Do not plug in the Adapter until instructed during the installation procedure.
  • Page 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual 2. Get the cable and Adapter from the box, then click on Next. 3. Plug the smaller end of the cable into the port on the front of the Adapter, then click Next.
  • Page 10 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter 4. Plug the other end of the the computer. ☞ Note: After plugging in the Adapter to the computer, wait for the “Add New Hardware Wizard” to complete before clicking Next. Click Next. 5. If using Windows to continue.
  • Page 11 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual ☞ Note: For systems running Windows Installation process. If this occurs, a window will appear, asking for Installation . Remove the Connection drive, replace it with the finished, remove it and put the Connection drive.
  • Page 12 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Adapter 8. The congratulations screen appears. Click Next. 9. Read the onscreen instructions, then click Finish. Reboot the computer. The Adapter is now ready to use. For additional config- uration options, see chapter , “Using the Wireless Configuration Utility.” If using Windows , see Appendix , “Using the Adapter With Windows...
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  • Page 14: Using The Wireless Configuration Utility

    Using the Wireless Configuration Utility To monitor the wireless network to which the check or adjust wireless network settings, use the Wireless Configuration Utility. This Utility offers the ability to check wireless network signal strength, connect to a wireless network, and many other options. ☞...

  • Page 15: About

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual A menu appears, displaying the Utility’s options. To select one, click on it, and the appropriate window will appear. About Selecting “About” from the Utility menu generates the “About” window. This window displays the version numbers for the Adapter’s chipset, driver version, and firmware.

  • Page 16: Link Status

    Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility Link Status Selecting “Link Status” from the Utility menu generates the “Link Status” window. The Link Status window provides information regarding the current status of the Adapter and its settings, including how many packets are being received and transmitted, transfer rate, address, and other related settings.

  • Page 17: Site Monitor

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Site Monitor Selecting “Site Monitor” from the Utility menu generates the “Site Monitor” win- dow. The Site Monitor window displays information regarding nearby visible access points or wireless routers/gateways, as well as other computers available through ad hoc networks.

  • Page 18: View Available Networks

    Chapter 4 Using the Wireless Configuration Utility View Available Networks Selecting “View Available Networks” from the Utility menu generates the “Single Source Card Utility” window. This window displays the available wireless networks, allowing the user to change networks. To configure the or name of a wireless network, highlight the name SSID (“Actiontec”...

  • Page 19: Exit

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Advanced Clicking “Advanced” in the Single Source Card Utility window generates the “Advanced” window. Use this window to select the type of network to which the Adapter connects. Exit Selecting “Exit” from the Utility menu closes the Utility. Hide Systray Icon Selecting “Hide Systray Icon”...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting And Faqs

    Troubleshooting and FAQs This chapter describes some common problems that may be encountered when using the Adapter, and ways to resolve the problems. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting The Adapter can’t connect to an access point. From the Network Properties applet, perform the following steps: •...

  • Page 21: Frequently Asked Questions

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual The computer won’t detect the Adapter. Make sure the cable is properly connected and that the orange Power light ) is on. Also, make sure the computer’s Frequently Asked Questions How far can I be from the access point and maintain a connection? The access point’s range depends on the environment.
  • Page 22 Will cordless phones interfere with the Adapter? The Adapter uses the 4 GH quency, problems may occur. Different cordless phones use different frequen- cies, and generally include a label stating which frequency they use. If you are having problems with interference caused by your cordless phone, try changing the channel of your wireless network.
  • Page 23 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual How do I enable WEP in XP using the Wireless Zero Configuration Utility? First, make sure the Adapter is correctly installed in the computer. Then, in the system tray (in the lower right hand side of the desktop, next to the clock), right-click on the appropriate wireless network (double computer) icon and select View Available Wireless Networks.

  • Page 24: A Specifications

    Specifications General Model Number Mbps Wireless 802UIG Standards b/g (Wireless) IEEE 802.11 Certification Part (available for products purchased in Europe) Frequency Band 2.4835 GH Interface Plug-N-Play (compatible with Data Rate 802.11b: up to 11 M 802.11g: up to bps (when used with...

  • Page 25: Led Indicators

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual LED Indicators Power ( ), Link Activity ( Environmental Operating Temperature º º º F to Storage Temperature º º º Operating Humidity % to % (non-condensing) Storage Humidity % to % (non-condensing) ☞...

  • Page 26: B Using The Adapter With Windows Xp

    Using the Adapter with Windows XP This appendix details connecting the puter running Windows Connecting to an Unsecured Access Point If the Adapter has been properly installed, a pop-up box showing the name of the available access point appears. To connect to an another unsecured access point: 1.
  • Page 27 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual 3. The “Wireless Network Connection” window appears. From the “Available wireless networks” list box, select the network (or wireless router/gateway) with which to connect. 4. Activate the box next to “Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure”...

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Secured Access Point

    Appendix B Using the Adapter with Windows XP Connecting to a Secured Access Point To connect to a secured access point: 1. Locate the wireless network (double computer) icon corresponding to the Adapter by moving the cursor over the network icons in the system tray. When the correct icon is located, a dialog box similar to the one below appears.
  • Page 29 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual 3. The “Wireless Network Connection” window appears. Click Advanced. 4. When the window below appears, make sure the check box next to “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” is activated. 5.
  • Page 30 Appendix B Using the Adapter with Windows XP 6. The “Wireless Network Properties” window appears. The name of the network selected in step is displayed in the “Network Name” text box. 7. From the Wireless Network Properties window, select the type of network authentication from the “Network Authentication”...
  • Page 31 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual 8. From the Wireless Network Properties window, select the type of data encryp- tion used on the access point. The choices include: WEP - (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is an authentication algorithm which protects authenticated wireless WPA-PSK - WPA-PSK...

  • Page 32: Glossary

    Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover- age area of the access point and remain connected to the network.

  • Page 33: Ethernet Network

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traf- fic to and from the Internet.
  • Page 34 PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of the network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “...
  • Page 35 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) A generic term for any kind of wireless network. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) An improved version of designed to work with existing using better encryption and authentication, -enabled products.

  • Page 36: Notices

    Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.

  • Page 37: Miscellaneous Legal Notices

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. ☞ Note: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance require- ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 38: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Hardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics’...
  • Page 39 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD- PARTY SOFTWARE.
  • Page 40 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY THE...
  • Page 41 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

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