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  • Page 1 MAXPower® 802.11n/g/b PCI Card User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before You Start Network Information Introduction Package Contents Installation for Macintosh Software Installation Wireless Configuration Adding the Utility to Startup Items Installation for Windows Installation Wireless Configuration Troubleshooting/FAQ Contacting Tech Support...

  • Page 3: Before You Start

    Before You Start… For your convenience, this is a short checklist of information required to set up your MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card. You will also need this information prior to contacting Techni- cal Support. We recommend filling in the information into the spaces provided for easy reference.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Setup of the Newer Technology MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card is straightforward, but you do need to follow this guide for proper setup. We suggest reading through the whole man- ual before hooking up the MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card. Package Contents •...

  • Page 5: Installation For Macintosh

    Installation for Macintosh Software Installation You can find the Mac OS X drivers either on the included CD or download them from the following URL: http://www.newertech.com/downloads/maxpower_ card_n.dmg After you put the CD in your computer and it loads, or you double-click on the .dmg file you downloaded, the disk volume should appear.
  • Page 6 Click “Install”. You will be prompted for your user name and password, please enter it and hit “OK”. Note: You must have Administrative privileges to install this software on your Mac. When Prompted, close any other open Applications, and click “Continue Installation”.

  • Page 7: Wireless Configuration

    Hardware Installation Even though the configuration utility Shut down your computer. may open immediately MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card into any avail- Insert the after installation, you must perform these steps able PCI slot. See your computer’s manual for details on as listed in order for your this process.
  • Page 8 Once the Wireless Utility window is active, click on the “Site Survey” tab. You should see your wireless network listed here. If you don’t, click “Rescan”. If your network still doesn’t appear, consult your wireless router’s manual or technical support. Click on the wireless network you want to connect so it is highlighted and click “Add Profile”.

  • Page 9: Adding The Utility To Startup Items

    Adding the Utility to Startup Items If the Wireless Utility does not automatically open upon inser- tion of the wireless adapter, you can set the Wireless Utility to open on startup by performing the following steps. Go to the “Apple” menu and select “System Preferences”. Click on the “Accounts”...

  • Page 10: Installation For Windows 10

    Follow the instructions on the Installer Wizard, clicking “Next” when each step is completed. After completing the Installer Wizard, click the “Finish” button. You may now shut down your computer and insert your MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card into an empty PCI slot.

  • Page 11: Wireless Configuration

    Wireless Configuration Once you have the MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card installed At this point, you in an empty PCI slot, restart the computer. should make sure that your wireless You can launch the Configuration Utility by clicking the left router is turned on and...
  • Page 12 By default, the Profile Name is the name of the network you are connecting to. If you wish to use a different name, you can change it now. Once the name is to your liking, click “Next”. Select the “Network Type”, click on the drop-down arrow and select the kind of network you’re using.
  • Page 13 As settings for wireless routers can vary, you will want to check your particular router’s manual or technical support for information regarding security settings and wireless configuration. Select the Authentication Mode and Input Type to match the kind of Authentication/Encryption used by your router/ access point.
  • Page 14 If you need to manually enter your IP address to access your network, choose the “Enable” option from the drop- down menu, click “Next” and fill in the appropriate infor- mation. Otherwise, set it to “Disable” and click “Complete” to finish the account setup. To connect to the network, click on the “Profile Setting”...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting/Faq

    The MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card does work properly with SSID disabled. When you first startup , it will usually take 5-10 seconds for the MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card to automatically find and reconnect to the network that is us- ing SSID disabled settings.
  • Page 16 5. Drag the PCI interface to the top of the list, then click “OK”. 6. Click “Apply” and close the Preferences window. PROBLEM: I am unable to configure the MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card using Apple’s built-in AirPort software. SOLUTION: This wireless adapter requires the use of the included software. It will not work using Apple’s native wireless software and drivers.

  • Page 17: Contacting Tech Support

    Contacting Tech Support You can register your MaxPower 802.11n/g/b PCI Card at NewerTech’s Web site: http://newertech.com/tech_support/ntwty.php If you need support, there are three ways to contact Technical Support / Customer Service: • email » You can submit your email support request at: http://helpcenter.newertech.com/...

  • Page 18: Fcc Statement

    Copyrights Copyright © 2008 Newer Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a re- trieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Newer Technology.
  • Page 19 • Newer Technology recommends the use of normal glass cleaning products to keep the high lustre finish at it’s finest with this product. Be sure to not get any moisture inside the holes and if you do, allow time to air dry before use.
  • Page 20 NWTMAN802NPCI ©2008 Newer Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved Revision 2, 12/08 - MCS...

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