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AirStation
Draft-N
Wireless USB Adapter
WLI-U2-G54HG
v1.1

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  • Page 1 User Manual AirStation Draft-N Wireless USB Adapter WLI-U2-G54HG v1.1...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started • Insert the AirNavigator CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The AirNavigator Setup Wizard should launch automatically. • To launch the AirNavigator Setup Wizard manually, click Start, then Run. Type “D:\ Setup.exe”, where D is the drive letter assigned to your CDrom.

  • Page 3: Installing Drivers

    Installing Drivers • Select Install Wireless Drivers.
  • Page 4 • Click Next to install a driver for the USB adapter. • Select Agree and click Next to continue the process after reviewing the license agreement. • A window will appear prompting the insertion of the Wireless Adapter. Plug the included cable into the AirStation Wireless USB Adapter and your PC’s USB port.

  • Page 5: Installing Wireless Drivers

    • When the ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ launches, click Next to run the wizard. • If the ‘Digital Signature Not Found’ page opens, click Yes. • When the Wireless USB Adapter is successfully installed, click Finish. Restart your computer if prompted. Installing Wireless Drivers...
  • Page 6 Connecting Wireless Clients to your Network Buffalo supports three different methods for connecting your wireless client device to your network. If your AP supports AOSS, use it to connect simply and securely. Install the Client Manager from your AirNavigator CD (page 7) and turn to page 10.

  • Page 7: Client Manager

    Client Manager can be used to survey and connect to available access points, configure WPA/WEP encryption, and create connection profiles. Note: When Client Manager is installed, Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration is automatically disabled. Client Manager Installing Client Manager Insert the AirNavigator CD into the CD- ROM drive of you computer.
  • Page 8 • Press Agree to accept the license agreement. • Press Next to begin the installation. Client Manager...
  • Page 9 Client Manager • Click OK when Client Manager installation is complete. • Press Exit Setup to exit AirNavigator. • Client Manager is now installed and running. Right-click on its icon (the black antenna) to use it.

  • Page 10: Using Aoss

    The AOSS button for this wireless client is in its Client Manager software. Start Client Manager by right clicking on the black antenna icon in your System Tray, or by launching the Client Manager from your Start Menu: Programs >> Buffalo >>AirStation Utility >>...
  • Page 11 • Click the blue AOSS button on the Client Manager’s screen. The AOSS wizard will appear. • Now, press the AOSS button on the Access Point. Hold it down until the AOSS LED begins to flash. Using AOSS...
  • Page 12 Using AOSS Once AOSS is complete (about 30 seconds), the connection is archived as a profile for later use. To minimize Client Manager to the system tray, click the ‘X’ in the top right corner. Notes: AOSS will scan for an AOSS partner for about two minutes. If it times out before finding one, just press the AOSS buttons again.

  • Page 13: Client Manager Configuration

    You may use Client Manager to configure your wireless network. Client Manager consists of the Status page, the Survey page, and the Profiles page. You can access each page by clicking the corresponding button on Client Manager. In addition to these pages, several dialog boxes are also available.
  • Page 14 • Network Type - Displays whether network is in Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure mode. • Rate – The speed of communication between wireless devices. If the Client Manager is not connected to a remote wireless device (access point or another client), no rate will be displayed.
  • Page 15 Click the Scan tab to open this page. Here, you can survey the area, display available access points, and connect to available access points. This page includes the following components: Client Manager Configuration • Wireless SSID – The SSID is the “name” of a wireless network.
  • Page 16 This dialog will open for you to enter any necessary encryption information. Press the Connect button once you have completed entering encryption information. Client Manager Configuration The correct encryption type should already be selected automatically in the Encryption Method drop down list. Only change this setting if necessary.
  • Page 17 Profiles Page • Add – Click the Add button to add a profile manually. You will need important information such as SSID, encryption settings, and network type. Client Manager Configuration Click the Profiles tab to open this page. Use this page to access your profiles. Profiles allow you to save the information associated with a specific wireless network so you can quickly and easily...
  • Page 18 New Profile Dialog Box devices on a network must use identical SSIDs to successfully associate with other devices on the network. MYSSID is an example of a valid SSID. • Channel – The channel setting is only used for Ad-hoc connections. When using an Ad-hoc connection, select a channel and make sure the other Ad-hoc devices are configured to use the same channel.
  • Page 19 Advanced Profile Options • Network Tab – Displays the network information tab. A static IP can be specified for this wireless profile here. It is not recommended to change any of these settings unless specified by an administrator. • Browser Tab – Displays settings to change your browser preferences for this wireless profile.
  • Page 20 Zero Configuration Service Windows XP includes the Zero Configuration Service, a built in service to configure your wireless clients from within Windows. Turn to page 7 if you would rather use Buffalo’s Client Manager to configure your wireless client. • If the Wireless Zero Configuration Service is activated, Windows will scan for available wireless access points once the Wireless USB Adapter is properly installed.
  • Page 21 Zero Configuration Service • Click the Advanced tab to enter an SSID network name or WEP/WPA encryption key if necessary. To add an SSID network name that is not listed, click Add.
  • Page 22 Zero Configuration Service • To configure a WEP/WPA encryption key, select the wireless network and click Configure. • From the pull down menu, select the Network Authentication and Data Encryption types for the wireless network. Enter and confirm the Network Key and Key Index.

  • Page 23: Wireless Zero Configuration

    Wireless Zero Configuration Wireless Zero Configuration Service (Windows XP) Windows XP offers the Wireless Zero Configuration Service to support 802.11b and 802.11g wireless networking. This service automatically polls the area for available wireless access points. If an available wireless access point is found, Windows attempts to connect to the access point.

  • Page 24: Antenna Information

    Antenna Information The WLI-U2-G54HG includes a built-in directional flat-panel antenna. For best performance, point the face of the flat-panel antenna at your access point. External antennas cannot be attached to the WLI-U2-G54HG.

  • Page 25: Specifications

    Wireless LAN Interface Standards Compliance Communication Protocol Frequency Range Transmission Rate Access Mode Security Other Interface Environmental Operation Specifications Draft-N (802.11n Draft Specification 1.0) IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing 2.412 - 2.462 Ghz Draft-N: Up to 300 Mbps (Auto) 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps (Auto) 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (Auto)

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    I have more than one Air Navigator CD. Do I need more than one CD? No. The same Air Navigator CD works with all Buffalo Technology access points and wireless adapters. Please use the newest CD you have, with the highest revision number...
  • Page 27 10BaseT or 100BaseTX: 802.3 based Eth- ernet network that uses UTP (Unshielded twisted pair) cable and a star topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is 100 Mbps. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client.
  • Page 28 DNS (Domain Name System): System used to map readable machine names into IP addresses Driver: Software that interfaces a computer with a specific hardware device. DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum): Method of spreading a wireless signal into wide frequency bandwidth. DTE (Data Terminal Equipment): Device that con10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ethernet network that uses UTP (Unshield-...
  • Page 29 Half-duplex: To transmit on the same channel in both directions, one direction at a time. Hub: A device which allows connection of computers and other devices to form a LAN. IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers): The professional organization which promotes development of electronics technology.
  • Page 30 MIB II: A database containing performance information for each device in a network. MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second): A measurement of processing speed. NAT (Network Address Translation): An internet standard that enables a LAN to use one set of IP addresses for internal traffic and a second set for external traffic.
  • Page 31 RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service): A server that issues authentication key to clients. RAM (Random Access Memory): Non- permanent memory. Repeater Hub: A device that collects, strengthens and transmits information to all connected devices, allowing the network to be extended to accommodate additional workstations.
  • Page 32 STP (Shielded Twisted Pair): Twisted Pair cable wrapped in a metal sheath to provide extra protection from external interfering signals. Subnet Mask: An eight-byte address divided into 4 parts separated by periods. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol: Protocol used by computers when communicating across the Internet or Intranet.
  • Page 33 Glossary Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity): An organization that tests and assures interoperability among WLAN devices. Wire Speed: The maximum speed at which a given packet can be transferred using Ethernet and Fast Ethernet standard specifications. WLAN (Wireless LAN): A LAN topology using wireless devices.

  • Page 34: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 35 FCC / CE / R&TTE IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. IC Caution: 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...
  • Page 36 Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: • EN 60950: 2000 Safety of Information Technology Equipment •...
  • Page 37 FCC / CE / R&TTE Intended use: This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and office use in USA, Canada, all EU and EFTA member states. EU Countries intended for use: This device is intended for indoor home and office use in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Spain, Greece, France, Finland, Italy, Ireland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungry, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovak Republic and...
  • Page 38 FCC / CE / R&TTE In Belgium there is a restriction in outdoor use. The frequency range in which outdoor operation in Belgium is permitted is 2460 – 2483.5 MHz. In France only channels 10,11,12 and 13 are available. This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France. For more information see http://www.anfr.fr/ and/or http://www.art-telecom.fr...

  • Page 39: Warranty Information

    Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology be liable in any way to the user for damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the Buffalo products.

  • Page 40: Contact Information

    Contact Information North America (USA / Canada) Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. 4030 West Braker Lane, Suite 120 Austin, TX 78759-5319 GENERAL INQUIRIES Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:30pm CST Direct: 512-794-8533 Toll-free: 800-456-9799 Fax: 512-794-8520 Email: sales@buffalotech.com TECHNICAL SUPPORT North American Technical Support by phone is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Page 41 Contact Information Europe Buffalo Technology UK LTD 176, Buckingham Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4RD United Kingdom GENERAL INQUIRIES E-mail: sales@buffalo-technology.com TECHNICAL SUPPORT Phone (UK only): 08712 50 12 60* Phone: +353 61 70 80 50 Email: helpdesk@buffalo-technology.ie *Calls cost 8.5p per minute...
  • Page 42 Contact Information At Buffalo Technology, we constantly update our software and firmware. For the most recent software, firmware, driver, and technical whitepaper releases available, please visit the Buffalo Technology website: www.buffalotech.com.

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