SMC Networks SMCWUSB-N User Manual
Draft 11n wireless usb2.0 adapter
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- Page 1 EZ Connect N Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter SMCWUSB-N...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
Life of that Product, which is defined as the period of time during which the product is an “Active” SMC product. A product is considered to be “Active” while it is listed on the current SMC price list. As new technologies emerge, older technologies become obsolete and SMC will, at its discretion, replace an older product in its product line with one that incorporates these newer technologies. - Page 3 RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE TAKEN TO AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS. * SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active SMC price list. Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase.
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Page 4: Important Note
• EN 301 489-17 • EN 60950-1 A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available for download at: http://www.smc.com Intended for indoor use in the following countries: AT, BE, CZ, CY, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, SI,... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 – Wireless LAN Networking Transmission Rate Type of Wireless Networks Ad-Hoc (IBSS) Network Infrastructure (BSS) Network Wireless LAN Security Data Encryption with WEP Chapter 2 - Getting Started About Your Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter Package Content System Requirement LED Definition... -
Page 6: Chapter 1- Wireless Lan Networking
Chapter 1- Wireless LAN Networking This section provides background information on wireless LAN networking technology. HE INFORMATION IN THIS SECTION IS FOR YOUR REFERENCE. NETWORK SETTINGS AND PARTICULARLY SECURITY SETTTINGS SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED ADMINISTRATOR. Transmission Rate (Transfer Rate) The adapter provides various transmission (data) rate options for you to select. -
Page 7: Infrastructure (Bss) Network
When a number of wireless stations are connected using a single access point, you have a Basic Service Set (BSS). - Page 8 In the ESS diagram below, communication is done through the access points, which relay data packets to other wireless stations or devices connected to the wired network. Wireless stations can then access resources, such as a printer, on the wired network.
- Page 9 In an ESS environment, users are able to move from one access point to another without losing the connection. In the diagram below, when the user moves from BSS (1) to BSS (2) the adapter automatically switches to the channel used in BSS (2). Roaming in an ESS network diagram...
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Page 10: Wireless Lan Security
LAN S IRELESS ECURITY Because wireless networks are not as secure as wired networks, it’s vital that security settings are clearly understood and applied. The list below shows the possible wireless security levels on your adapter starting with the most secure. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is used for authentication and utilizes dynamic WEP key exchange. -
Page 11: Data Encryption With Wep
W E P NCRYPTION WITH The WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) security protocol is an encryption method designed to try to make wireless networks as secure as wired networks. WEP encryption scrambles all data packets transmitted between the adapter and the access point or other wireless stations to keep network communications private. Both the wireless stations and the access points must use the same WEP key for data encryption and decryption. -
Page 12: Chapter 2 - Getting Started
Chapter 2 - Getting Started About Your Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter The EZ Connect™ N Draft 11n Wireless USB2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSB-N) is another cutting edge introduction in 2.4GHz wireless communication for desktop and notebook computers. Designed for both the home and office, this wireless USB2.0 adapter provides the speed, coverage and security expected by today's wireless... -
Page 13: System Requirement
• Quick Installation Guide • Warranty Information Card System Requirements • 2.4 GHz 802.11n draft wireless network or 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g wireless network • Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or Vista • A Notebook or Desktop computer with: o 300MHz CPU or above o Available USB2.0 port o 20MB of available hard disk space •... - Page 14 STEP 3 The InstallShield Wizard prompts you for confirmation. Click Next on the following screen. STEP 4 In the destination Folder screen you are asked to confirm the Destination Folder for the application software. If you would like, you may change the destination folder to another location. Click Next...
- Page 15 STEP 5 The wizard is ready to begin installation. Click Install on it. STEP 6 Click Finish to complete the client utility installation. STEP 7 After clicking [Finish] the Wizard will exit. Plug in the EZ Connect™ N Wireless USB2.0 Adapter to an available USB port.
- Page 16 STEP 8 Click [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], then click [Next]. A “Hardware Installation” warning may appear, click [Continue Anyway]. STEP 9 Click [Finish] to complete the Driver/Utility installation.
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Page 17: Using The Utility To Configure Your Network
2.6 Using the Utility to Configure Your Network The following are explanations on how to configure and use the Utility program. After completing the installation procedure, a new icon as shown below will automatically appear in the lower right tray bar. Hold your mouse pointer over the icon, and press the right mouse button to open the Wireless Client Utility. - Page 18 The following table describes the items found on the Link Information screen. Wireless Network Status Profile Name The name of the current selected configuration profile. Set up the configuration name on the Profile tab. SSID Displays the wireless network name. Link Status Shows whether the station is associated to the wireless network.
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Page 19: Site Survey
2.6.2 Site Survey Click the Site Survey tab to see available infrastructure and ad hoc networks. On this screen, click Refresh to refresh the list at any time. Connecting to a different network Hold your mouse pointer over the network icon, and click the right mouse button to select the network. Click the Connect button to connect the available network. -
Page 20: Profile
2.6.3 Profile To add a new configuration profile, click Add on the Profile tab. To modify a configuration profile, select the configuration from the Profile list and click the Edit button. Scan Available Networks Click the Browse button on the Profile Settings screen to scan for available infrastructure and ad hoc networks. - Page 21 To configure a profile for Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure mode, select the Network Type field on the Profile Settings. Click Next to continue the profile setting. To define the security mode, select the security button of the desired security mode. And then click Next to continue.
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Page 22: Peap (Eap-Gtc)
(PPP) extension supporting additional authentication methods within PPP. Transport Layer Security (TLS) provides for mutual authentication, integrity-protected cipher suite negotiation, and key exchange between two endpoints PEAP (EAP-GTC) Protocol) authenticates wireless LAN clients using only server-side digital certificates by creating an encrypted SSL/TLS tunnel between the client and the authentication server. - Page 23 The following table describes the items found on the Advanced Settings screen. Power Save Mode Shows the power save mode. Power management is disabled in ad hoc mode. The options include: Continuous Access Mode Maximum Power Saving Fast Power Saving 802.11b Preamble Displays the 802.11b preamble format.
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Page 24: Wps
2.6.4 WPS Setting The user obtains a device password (PIN Code) from the STA and enters the password into the Registrar. Both the Enrollee and the Registrar use PIN Config method for the configuration setup. The detail indicates as follows. - Page 26 1. Go to the WPS setting page, c lick "Refresh" button to update available WPS APs. 2. Select an AP (SSID/BSSID) that STA want join to. 3. Click "PIN" button to start PIN connection.
- Page 27 4. Enter PIN Code of STA into the Registrar when prompted by the Registrar. 5. The result will look like the below figure.
- Page 28 6. Then connect successfully. The result will look like the below figure. WPS Status Bar Description: 1. A successful PIN configuration : Start PIN connection - SSID ~> Begin associating to WPS AP ~> Associated to WPS AP ~> Sending EAPOL-Start ~> Sending EAP-Rsp (ID) ~> Receive EAP-Req (Start) ~> Sending M1 ~>...
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Page 29: Chapter 3 - Maintenance
2. Receive EAP without integrity. 3. Error PIN Code. 4. An inappropriate EAP-FAIL received. Chapter 3 – Maintenance This chapter describes how to uninstall or upgrade the Wireless Utility. Uninstall the Driver Follow the steps below to remove (or uninstall) the USB Adapter driver from your computer. To remove the driver from the OS, go to Start ->... -
Page 30: Glossary
Glossary For unfamiliar terms used below, look for entries elsewhere in the glossary. AD-HOC (IBSS) Ad-hoc mode does not require an AP or a wired network. A network that transmits wireless from computer to computer without the use of a base station (access point). Two or more wireless stations communicate directly to each other. -
Page 31: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (Tkip)
ROAMING In an infrastructure network, wireless stations are able to switch from one BSS to another as they move between the coverage areas. During this period, the wireless stations maintain uninterrupted connection to the network. This is roaming. As the wireless station moves from place to place, it is responsible for choosing the most appropriate AP depending on the signal strength, network utilization among other factors. - Page 32 SMCWUSB-N SMCWBR11-G...
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