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  • Page 2 AVM will not be liable for damages arising directly or indirectly from the use of the manual or the software, nor for incidental or consequential damages, except in case of intent or gross negligence.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Establishing a WLAN Connection Using AVM Stick & Surf Technology ......20 The Console .
  • Page 4 Updates ..........42 Assistance from AVM Support ......42...
  • Page 5 Intensive cleaning prod- ucts or solvents are not suitable. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick is intended for indoor use only. Do not open the housing of FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick. The device contains hazardous components and should only be opened by authorized repair technicians.
  • Page 6 ... For more informa- Gray italics Tips, instructions and warnings tion, see... Symbols The following icons are used in the manual: This symbol designates sections which contain important in- formation. This symbol indicates useful tips and information. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – Typographical Conventions...

  • Page 7: Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick At A Glance

    Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or Windows 98SE (the latest service packs and updates are recommended) Pentium-class computer or notebook (500 MHz CPU or better) FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 1 FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick at a Glance...

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    10 g Power supply powered by USB, no external power supply required Maximum 0.6 W (Rx)/ 1.8 W (Tx) power consumption Typical 0.5 W (Rx)/ 1.3 W (Tx) power consumption FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 1 FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick at a Glance...

  • Page 9: The Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick Leds

    The FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick LEDs indicate whether the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick was detected by the operating system and whether a WLAN connection to a WLAN device (e. g. an access point) exists. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 1 FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick at a Glance...

  • Page 10: Installing Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick

    Installing FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick 2 Installing FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick can be installed in the operating sys- tems Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or Windows 98 SE. In some operating systems the display of menus and folders can be changed.

  • Page 11: Installation In Windows Xp

    The installation of the Windows XP Service Pack 2 is recom- mended; otherwise the USB 2.0 functionality is restricted. Once the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick is connected to your com- puter, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” of Windows XP is started automatically.

  • Page 12: Installation In Windows Me

    Installation in Windows Me 2.3 Installation in Windows Me Once the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick has been inserted in your computer, the Plug and Play mechanism of Windows Me rec- ognizes the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick as a “WLAN USB Device” automatically.

  • Page 13: Installation In Windows 98 Se

    2.5 Installation in Windows 98 SE Keep your Windows CD at hand during installation. Once the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick has been inserted in your computer, the Plug and Play mechanism of Windows 98 SE recognizes the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick as a “WLAN USB De- vice”...
  • Page 14 This completes the driver installation. Right after the com- puter restarts, the FRITZ!WLAN control software will be in- stalled. For more information, see the section “The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software” from page 15. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 2 Installing FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick...

  • Page 15: The Fritz!Wlan Control Software

    The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software 3 The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software With the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick you can set up wireless net- work connections (WLANs) with various WLAN devices. The FRITZ!WLAN control software assists you in setting up such a network. Using FRITZ!WLAN you can establish and clear WLAN connections and view information about the status of your connections.

  • Page 16: Establishing A Wlan Connection

    The FRITZ!WLAN Console The console of the FRITZ!WLAN control software displays the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick, the remote site, and the connection between these devices as icons. The individual icons have their own context menu. The context menus of these icons can be used to establish or clear connections and to view the properties of all WLAN devices and connections.
  • Page 17 Requirements for a Successful WLAN Connection Note the following to establish a WLAN connection between two or more computers using the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick: Make sure that the resources to be made available for network access are enabled for sharing on all comput- ers.
  • Page 18 FRITZ!WLAN as a known WLAN device and a connection to the device is established automatically. The WLAN key for an AVM WLAN Access Point is printed on the base of the device and on the CD jewel case. Connecting Two WLAN Parties Directly (Ad-hoc...
  • Page 19 IP traf- fic light on the user console. Automatic IP address assign- ments work the same way in all Windows versions (Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Windows 98 SE). FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 3 The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software...

  • Page 20: Establishing A Wlan Connection Using Avm Stick & Surf Technology

    USB port. This completes transmission of the WLAN security settings. As soon as you connect the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick to your computer, the security settings of your WLAN are implement- ed in the FRITZ!WLAN control software. The AVM Stick & Surf logo appears and a WLAN connection to FRITZ!Box is estab- lished automatically.

  • Page 21: The Console

    3.4 The Console The FRITZ!WLAN window is divided into three sections. The left side shows your own WLAN device, your WLAN-Con- troller FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick, complete with name and IP ad- dress. The middle section displays the icon of the connection to known WLAN devices.
  • Page 22 Establishing / Clearing WLAN Connections In the FRITZ!WLAN user interface, connections between the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick and the WLAN remote sites can be es- tablished and cleared using the connection icons. To establish a connection, click the icon for the FRITZ!WLAN connection and select the command “Con-...
  • Page 23 In the FRITZ!WLAN control software, this type of con- nection is designated by the ad-hoc icon. Searching FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick can be connected with a variety of WLAN devices. Click the “Find” button in the FRITZ!WLAN window to search for new WLAN devices at your location and con- nect with them.

  • Page 24: Configuring Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick For Internet Connections

    Configuring FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick for Internet Connections 3.5 Configuring FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick for Internet Connections There are two different ways for FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick to connect to the Internet. In both cases you need account in- formation from an Internet Service Provider:...

  • Page 25: Wlan: Wireless Local Area Networks

    Engineers (IEEE). With 802.11b technology, transmission rates of up to 11 Mbit/s are possible; with 802.11g technolo- gy, up to 54 Mbit/s. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick supports both standards. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick has a high-speed (802.11g++) mode. This mode allows with the compatible AVM remote sites a data throughput 35% higher than the 802.11g standard.
  • Page 26 FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick. Whenever possible, avoid placing de- vices behind furniture, in closets or under the desk. The ra- dio waves of other devices that work in the ISM frequency FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 3 The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software...
  • Page 27 WLAN settings of the WLAN client and correspond with the WLAN settings of the WLAN access point. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick uses WEP 64/128 with the set- ting “Open” or “Open Key”, respectively. When estab- lishing a WLAN connection using products by other manufacturers, always make sure that the setting “Open”...
  • Page 28 This key is regenerated at regular intervals. If the WPA security mechanisms are supported by your WLAN remote sites, use WPA for your WLAN encryption. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 3 The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software...

  • Page 29: Removing The Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick

    To remove FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick from your computer, please follow the instructions pertaining to your operating system: 4.1 Uninstalling in Windows XP Proceed as follows to remove the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick driv- er software in Windows XP: Open the “System Properties” of Windows XP by click- ing through “start / Control Panel / Performance and...

  • Page 30: Uninstalling In Windows Me And 98 Se

    Uninstalling in Windows Me and 98 SE 4.2 Uninstalling in Windows Me and 98 SE Proceed as follows to remove the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick driv- er software in Windows Me and 98 SE: Select “Start / Settings / Control Panel”, then double- click the “System”...

  • Page 31: Uninstalling In Windows 2000

    Uninstalling in Windows 2000 4.3 Uninstalling in Windows 2000 Proceed as follows to remove the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick driv- er software in Windows 2000: Open the system properties of Windows by clicking through “Start / Settings / Control Panel / System” and select the “Device Manager...”...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Errors During Installation: What to Do If no connection can be made to a WLAN remote site during the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick installation, please note the fol- lowing: No WLAN Remote Sites Found Make sure that the power supply of the WLAN remote site is secure and that the device is switched on.
  • Page 33 Properties of the Internet protocol (TCP/IP) Confirm your selection by clicking “OK”. The computer now receives an IP address from the WLAN ac- cess point. For WLAN products of the AVM FRITZ!Box family, automatic IP address assignment (DHCP) is enabled in the factory settings.
  • Page 34 “FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick”>”. TCP/IP binding to a network adapter Enable the option “Obtain an IP address automatical- ly”. The “Obtain an IP address automatically” option On the “DNS Configuration” settings page, enable the “Disable DNS” option. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 5 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 35 The “Disable DNS” option Confirm your selection by clicking “OK”. The computer now receives its IP address from the WLAN ac- cess point. For WLAN products of the AVM FRITZ!Box family, automatic IP address assignment (DHCP) is enabled in the factory settings.

  • Page 36: Checking The Settings Of The Fritz!Wlan Usb Stick

    The “Obtain an IP address automatically” option Confirm your selection by clicking “OK”. The computer now receives its IP address from the WLAN ac- cess point. For WLAN products of the AVM FRITZ!Box family, automatic IP address assignment (DHCP) is enabled in the factory settings.

  • Page 37: Wlan Connection Is Not Established: What To Do

    The description presumes that an AVM WLAN product from the FRITZ!Box family is used with WEP encryption: Setting...
  • Page 38 First check the Device Manager in the Control Panel to see whether the device is listed and disabled. Enable the device. If it is not listed, uninstall the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick and repeat the installation as described in the manual.
  • Page 39 Make sure the WLAN key is correct. If you have a WLAN access point from the AVM FRITZ!Box family, you can find the key on the base of the device and on the back of the installation CD. If you use a WLAN access point from another manufacturer, please see the documentation of this device.
  • Page 40 WLAN Connection Is Not Established: What to Do Error Scenario The FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick is detected automatically in the Windows XP and 2000 operating systems. However, the device is not fully functional. Possible Cause The necessary service packs have not been installed.
  • Page 41 AVM products as well as announcements of new prod- ucts and product versions. The “Service” category contains the support form as well as various manuals of AVM products. Solutions to concrete problems are offered here. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – 6 Information, Updates and Support...
  • Page 42 FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick. The support desk can be reached by e-mail or by fax. AVM Support then will contact you to assist in solving your prob- lem. You will receive an e-mail or a fax.
  • Page 43 Assistance from AVM Support Support by Fax If necessary, you can reach AVM Support at the fax number: +49 (0)30 / 39 97 62 66 Your fax should contain the following information: Your name and address. An e-mail address or fax number at which you can be reached.
  • Page 44 IP installation in Windows 98SE specifications, technical installation in Windows Me Stick & Surf technology installation in Windows XP support installation, errors during symbols installing FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick Internet Internet connections troubleshooting IP address FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – Index...
  • Page 45 Windows 98SE, installation in Windows Me, installation in Windows XP, installation in Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) WLAN connection, problems with WLAN connections, prerequisites WLAN devices, connecting or disconnecting WLAN devices, known devices WLAN devices, searching for FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – Index...
  • Page 46 Peter Faxel, Technical Director Indication of Countries This device is designed for use in all countries of the European Union and in Swit- zerland, Norway and Iceland. In France only indoor operation is permitted. FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick – Declaration of CE Conformity...

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