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- Page 1 802.11a/b/g/n 2T2R USB dongle RT3572 User’s Manual...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains FCC ID: VQFRT3572”. area with the following: “Contains FCC ID: VQF-RT3572”. Manual Information To the End User The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module.
- Page 4 IC ID can not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate IC authorization. End Product Labeling The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains TX IC : 7542A-RT3572”.
- Page 5 Manual Information That Must be Included The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module. The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
- Page 7 INTRODUCTION The 11a/b/g/n 2T2R WLAN Mini Card is a device that allows you connect your computer to a wireless local area network (LAN). A wireless LAN allows your system to use wireless Radio Frequency (RF) technology to transmit and receive data without physically attaching to the network. The Wireless protocols that come with this product ensure data security and isolation from interference generated by other radio frequencies.
- Page 8 You can also use one computer as an Internet Server to connect to a wired global network and share files and information with other computers via a wireless LAN. The Access Point Network The network installation allows you to share files, printers, and Internet access much more conveniently.
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Page 9: Software Installation
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Install the device 1. Make sure the computer is turned off. Remove the expansion slot cover from the computer. 2. Carefully slide the 11a/b/g/n 2T2R USB dongle into the slot. Push evenly and slowly and ensure it is properly seated. - Page 10 There are two modes for you to choose in this screen, either choose WiFi mode or performance mode (TxBurst mode). This mode selection screen is set for the default mode shown in the utility screen, you can still change its mode later in the utility screen. Click Next to continue.
- Page 11 When you are prompted the following message, please click Install to begin the installation.
- Page 12 6. When the following screen appears, click Finish to complete the software installation.
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Page 13: Hardware Installation
HARDWARE INSTALLATION Verification To verify if the device exists in your computer and is enabled, go to Start > Control Panel > System (> Hardware) > Device Manager. Expand the Network Adapters category. If the 11a/b/g/n 2T2R USB dongle listed here, it means that your device is properly installed and enabled. -
Page 14: Network Connection
NETWORK CONNECTION Once the device driver is well installed, a network setting described in the following should be also established. In Windows 2000/ XP 1. (In Windows 2000) Go to Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Network and Dial-up Connections Local Area Connection Æ... - Page 15 Make sure that all the required components are installed. If any components are missing, click on the Install… button to select the Client/Service/Protocol required. After selecting the component you need, click Add… to add it in. For making your computer visible on the network, make sure you have installed File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks.
- Page 16 IP Address Note: When assigning IP Addresses to the computers on the network, remember to have the IP address for each computer set on the same subnet mask. If your Broadband Router use DHCP technology, however, it won’t be necessary for you to assign Static IP Address for your computer. 1.
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Page 17: Configuration Utility
After the Wireless adapter has been successfully installed, users can use the included Configuration Utility to set their preference. Go to StartÆ (All) ProgramsÆ Ralink Wireless ÆRalink Wireless Utility. You can also open the Configuration Utility by double clicking the icon or right clicking to select Launch... - Page 18 Intelligent Wireless Utility Profile Profile can book keeping your favorite wireless setting among your home, office, and other public hot-spot. You may save multiple profiles, and activate the correct one at your preference. The Profile manager enables you to Add, Edit, Delete and Activate profiles.
- Page 19 Network The Network page displays the information of surrounding APs from last scan result. The tab lists the information including SSID, Network type, Channel, Wireless mode, Security-Enabled and Signal.