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802.11g Wireless USB Adapter MODEL: AWU354 User Manual ...
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Welcome Thank you for purchasing the AZiO AWU354 802.11g wireless USB adapter. The AWU354 adapter connects you with 802.11g networks at up to an incredible 54Mbps. For added versatility, it can also interoperate with all the 11Mbps 802.11b products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless hotspots...
2. Snap-shot screens of the following installation procedure are based on Windows XP. Installation procedures will be similar for other windows operating systems. 1. Insert the AWU354 Adapter into a USB slot of your computer. 2. Select Cancel when “Found New Hardware” window appears.
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802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 4. Accept the license agreement and click Next to start installation. 5. Choose ‘Install driver only’ if you prefer not to use the Ralink configuration utility. We recommend choosing ‘Install driver and Ralink WLAN Utility’. Click Next to continue.
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802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 6. Choose how you would like to configure your network. We recommend choosing ‘Ralink Configuration Tool’. Click Next to continue. 7. Click Install to start installing and click Finish when completed.
Chapter 3 Configuration 3.1 Station Mode Station Mode is the default access mode. In this mode, the AWU354 serves as a client to receive wireless signals to access the Internet. Double-click the tray icon to launch the configuration utility.
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.1.1 Profile Creating a Profile helps keep your favorite wireless setting among your home, office, and other public hotspot. You may create multiple profiles and activate the one you prefer. Add: to create a new profile ...
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.1.1.1 Add/Edit Profile a. System Config: Enter a name for the Profile and select a Network (SSID) to associate it with. b. Authentication \ Encryption Authentication: Please select the Authentication type of your preference Encryption: Algorithm used in WEP, TKIP, AES, and None ...
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.1.2 Site Survey Click on the “Network” tab for Site Survey. You will see a list of all the surrounding wireless networks from the last scan. Select the Network of your choice and click on “Connect” to establish connection. Click Rescan to update and refresh.
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.1.4 Statistics The Statistics tab displays the detail counter information based on 802.11 MIB counters. This page translates that MIB counters into a format easier for user to understand. Click on ‘Receive’ to see its respected statistics.
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.1.5 WPS The WPS tab supports the configuration setup using PIN configuration method or PBC configuration method. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) simplifies the security setup and management of Wi-Fi networks. PIN: Enter the Pin code into the WPS setup page of your wireless router/AP. ...
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.2 AP Mode The AWU354 can also serve as an access point to transmit wireless signals and create a wireless network allowing other wireless clients to access the network. To switch to AP Mode, right-click on...
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.2.1 Basic Setting (Config) Under ‘Config’ tab, you can make set the basic settings, such as SSID, wireless mode and channel. Default: to restore the set parameters to factory default settings. Apply: to apply changes made. ...
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter 3.2.2 Security Setting Click Security Setting button from the ‘Config’ page to make different security configurations of wireless communication by choosing the authentication type or encryption type. Note: 1. The Hex characters include 0~9 numbers and a~f letters. 2.
Choose Access Control tab to start MAC control. Access control includes All Permitted and All Blocked. After editing the MAC address access list, only the MAC in the Allow All list could access the Soft AP. 3.2.4 About The About tab shows the information of the AWU354 and software version.
AWU354 adapter. For more troubleshooting tips, please visit our website at www.aziocorp.com. 1. The AWU354 does not work properly. Disconnect and reinsert the AWU354 into your PC’s USB slot. Do not use a hub. Right click on ‘My Computer’ and select ‘Properties’. Select device manager and click on Network Adapter.
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Ad-hoc function must be enabled for the wireless device you wish to establish a direct wireless link. Please adjust the position of the AWU354 (you may have to move your computer if you’re using a notebook computer) and click Rescan button for few more times.
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The warranty does not cover any damage caused by negligence, abuse, or non‐authorized modifications. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall AZiO Corporation, its affiliates, or its dealers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect or consequential damages...
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