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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual Wireless N High Power USB Adapter WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 www.buffalotech.com 35010989 ver.02... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) ............ 20 Manual Setup (Client Manager) ..........22 Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ..........22 Windows XP/2000 (Client Manager 3) ........... 25 Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig) ..........27 Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration) ........30 WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 3 Connect ..................50 Profiles ................... 51 Profile Information (Basic) .............. 52 Profile Information (Network) ............54 Profile Information (Browser) ............55 Profile Information (Printers) ............56 System Tray Menu ................. 57 Option Menu .................. 58 WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 4 TCP/IP Settings in Windows ........... 67 Windows 7 ..................67 Windows Vista ................68 Windows XP ................... 69 Antenna ................... 70 FCC / CE / R&TTE Information ..........71 Environmental Information ............77 Warranty .................. 78 WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Product Overview
300 Mbps is the link speed when using 2 channel Wireless-N mode. It represents actual wireless data speeds, including overhead. Because the overhead is not available for user data transfer, usable wireless throughput will be substantially slower. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 6: System Requirements
• Air Navigator CD ........................... 1 • Quick Setup Guide........................1 Hardware Overview Signal LED (Green) One to three LEDs light up to show the strength of the wireless signal. ACT LED (Blue) Flashes when sending/receiving data. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 7: Chapter 2 - Installation
Boot your computer and insert the AirNavigator CD. The AirNavigator Setup Wizard will launch automatically. Note: If the AirNavigator Setup Wizard doesn’t launch, double-click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon > [AirNavi.exe] to launch manually. Click [Begin Installation]. Click [AirStation Wireless LAN Adapters]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 8 Disable any firewalls, then click [Next]. Click [Install]. Notes: To install Client Manager, check the box in the lower window. To install Client Manager at a later time, refer to the instructions on page 10. Click [Next]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 9 [Next]. When the screen to the left is displayed, put a check mark next to “Always trust software from BUFFALO INC.", and click [Install]. When the screen to the left is displayed, attach the AirStation to your computer. Drivers will be installed automatically.
- Page 10 If you checked the box to Install Wireless Client Manager (page 8), then the installation screen for Client Manager will be displayed after this screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Client Manager. Drivers are now installed. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 11: Installing Utility
Boot your computer and insert the AirNavigator CD. The AirNavigator Setup Wizard will launch automatically. Note: If the AirNavigator Setup Wizard doesn’t open, double-click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon > [AirNavi.exe] to launch it manually. Click [Options]. Click [Advanced Installation]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 12 Check the box for [Install Wireless Client Manager] and click [Install]. Note: Use Client Manager V with Windows Vista or Client Manager 3 with Windows XP or 2000. Click [Next]. Read the license agreement and select [Agree]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 13 Chapter 2 Installation Click [Next]. Click [OK]. Click [Back]. Click [X] at the top right corner of the window to close it. Client Manager is now installed. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 14: Chapter 3 - Connect To A Wireless Network
Utilize this system to connect to wireless devices, computers, or game machines which support AOSS or WPS. AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) is technology developed by BUFFALO. WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance. -
Page 15: Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)
If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS or WPS. Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V]. When the screen at left is displayed, click [Create Profile]. -
Page 16: Windows Xp/2000 (Client Manager 3)
Right click on the icon in the system tray and select [Profile]. When this screen is displayed, click [WPS AOSS]. When WPS/AOSS is complete, the message “Security setup and connection have been completed” is displayed. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 17: Automatic Secure Setup With Wps (Pin Method)
If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, use Client Manager V to connect wirelessly with a WPS PIN. Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V]. When this screen displayed, click [Create Profile]. - Page 18 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network When this screen opens, click [Advanced Setup]. Then click [WPS-PIN]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 19 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Write down the PIN code from this screen, then click [Next]. Select your access point, then click [Next]. This screen will be displayed. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 20 Use a computer with a wired connection to the access point to log in to the access point. Navigate to the WPS PIN page. Note: If the access point is a Buffalo AirStation, navigate to [Wireless Config]> [WPS] to enter the PIN. Enter the PIN that you wrote down in step 6.
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Page 21: Windows Xp (Client Manager 3)
Right-click on the icon in the system tray and select [Easy Connection] > [WPS PIN Code type]. When the PIN code is displayed, write it down. Then, click [Next]. Select your access point and click [Next]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 22 Use a computer with a wired connection to the access point to log in to the access point. Navigate to the WPS PIN page. Note: If the access point is a Buffalo AirStation, navigate to [Wireless Config]> [WPS] to enter the PIN. On the configuration screen of the access point, enter the PIN code you wrote down in step 2.
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Page 23: Manual Setup (Client Manager)
Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) With Windows 7 or Vista, use Client Manager V to configure your wireless network. Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V]. When this screen is displayed, click [Create Profile]. - Page 24 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network Click [Advanced Setup]. Click [Connect Manually]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 25 (passphrase), then click [Connect]. When "Connection Complete" is displayed, setup is completed. If “Set Network Location” is displayed, then select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location” depending on the environment in which the AirStation will be used. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 26: Windows Xp/2000 (Client Manager 3)
[Scan]. Select the access point to connect to and click [Next]. Choose your [Encryption Method] and enter an [Encryption Key]. Click [Connect]. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 27 [Connect]. If you will be connecting to this device in the future, checking [Connect automatically] is recommended. Enter the encryption key and click [OK]. It will take a few seconds for Windows to connect to the network. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 28: Windows Vista (Wlan Autoconfig)
You can use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to a wireless access point. Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray. Click [Connect to a network]. Select your wireless network and click [Connect]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 29 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed, click “I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead”. Otherwise, go to step 4. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 30 Enter the encryption key and click [Connect]. It will take several seconds for Windows to finish configuration. If the “Set Network Location” screen is displayed, select “Home”, “Work”, or “Public location“ depending where you’re using the AirStation. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 31: Windows Xp (Wireless Zero Configuration)
Click [View Available Wireless Networks]. Select a wireless network to connect to and click [Connect]. Enter the encryption key (passphrase) and click [Connect]. It will take several seconds for Windows to connect to your wireless network. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 32: Chapter 4 - Client Manager
Windows. If Client Manager does not launch automatically, click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [ClientManager V] . • Right-click on the Client Manager icon in the system tray and click [Exit] to close Client Manager. -
Page 33: Main Screen
Displays the current connection speed. Signal Strength Displays the current signal strength. Create Profile Click this to display the Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced Setup screen (page 33). Advanced Click this to display the Wireless Status screen. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 34: Automatic Secure Setup And Advanced Setup
SSID/WPS-PIN selection screen (page 34). Option (Expert only) Click this to specify whether you use AOSS or WPS (PBC) for connection in Automatic Secure Setup. It displays the WPS-PBC/ AOSS selection screen (page 37). WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 35: Ssid / Wps-Pin Selection
Specify SSID of an access point and configure connection settings. Click here to display the Searching Wireless Access Points screen (page 35). Connect with WPS-PIN Click this to connect to a wireless access point by entering its WPS PIN. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 36: Searching Wireless Access Points
Click this to enter an SSID manually and display the Wireless manually Network Information screen (page 36). Search Click here to search for available access points again. Next Click this to display the Wireless Network Information screen (page 36). WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 37: Wireless Network Information
Enter the encryption key for the access point. Connect to a network which does not Check this box to connect to a hidden SSID that is not broadcast. broadcast the SSID Connect Connect to the access point. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 38: Wps-Pbc / Aoss Selection
Parameter Meaning Automatic Secure Setup WPS-PBC Click this to automatically connect to an access point that supports method WPS. Automatic Secure Setup AOSS Click this to automatically connect to an access point that supports AOSS. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 39: Wireless Status
Displays the current transmission status. Network Mode Displays the current network mode. Transmission Speed Displays the current transmission speed. SSID Displays SSID of the currently connected access point. Channel Displays the wireless channel currently used. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 40 Displays the subnet mask assigned to your wireless client. Default Gateway Displays the default gateway address. Primary DNS Displays the primary DNS address. Secondary DNS Displays the secondary DNS address. MAC Address Displays the MAC address of your wireless client. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 41: Wireless Lan Diagnostic
This displays the signal strength of 11b/11g networks (2.4 GHz). 5 GHz (11a) signals are not displayed. The color expresses the signal strength of an access point. Closer to red means a stronger signal; closer to blue means a weaker signal. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 42: Profile List
Edit the selected profile. Click this to display the Extended properties (Wireless) screen (page 42). Delete Delete the selected profile. Down Lower the priority of the selected profile. Raise the priority of the selected profile. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 43: Wireless Properties
Displays the SSID of the current connection. Security Type Displays the type of security used by the current connection. Encryption Type Displays the type of encryption used by the current connection. Edit Profile Click this to edit wireless settings. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 44: Network Properties
Select to keep your current TCP/IP network setting without any this Profile changes. This is the recommended setting. Use the following settings Select this option to change your TCP/IP network settings. For expert users only. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 45: Browser Properties
Do not change the browser settings Select to keep the current Internet Explorer settings. of this Profile Use the following settings Select this option to configure the Internet Explorer Home Page and Proxy Server settings while connected wirelessly. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 46: Printer Properties
Configure the printer used while connected to an access point wirelessly. Parameter Meaning Do not change the printer settings of Select to keep your current printer settings. this Profile Use the following settings Select to use a different default printer while connected wirelessly. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 47: Using Client Manager 3 With Windows Xp / 2000
Using Client Manager 3 with Windows XP / 2000 • When you install Client Manager, it is added to your Startup folder and will automatically start with Windows. To launch Client Manager manually, click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [ClientManager 3] . -
Page 48: Status
Name ame of the wireless client currently in use. Network Type Current network mode. Transmission Speed Current transmission speed. Channel Current wireless channel. Security Displays whether security is currently enabled or not. IP Address The IP address assigned to this unit. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 49 Chapter 4 Client Manager Parameter Meaning MAC Address MAC address of this unit. Duration Elapsed duration of the current wireless connection. Signal Strength Current signal strength. Reconnect Click to reconnect the most recent connection. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 50: Scan
Reception strength of each access point. Encryption Displays if security is used by the access point. Connect Click this to display the Connect screen (page 50). Refresh Click here to search for available access points again. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 51: Connect
Configure connection to an access point. Parameter Meaning Encryption Method Type of encryption used by the access point. Encryption Key Enter the access point’s encryption key (passphrase). Register Profile Check to register this connection as a profile. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 52: Profiles
Click this button to have AOSS/WPS (PBC) automatically set security. After connection, a profile based on these settings will be created. 802.1x Profiles This button is displayed when Client Manager is operating in Business Mode. Click to configure 802.1x authentication. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 53: Profile Information (Basic)
(recommended), or ad-hoc mode to connect directly to another wireless client. SSID Select the SSID of the wireless access point that the profile will connect to. Channnel Choose the wireless channel. In Infrastructure Mode, the channel is automatically configured. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 54 If WEP is used for the Encryption Method, up to 4 passphrases may be entered. Enter at least one passphrase. Encryption Key Enter the encryption key (passphrase) for the access point. AP is set to exclusive connection Check if the access point’s SSID is not broadcast. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 55: Profile Information (Network)
Check to automatically acquire the IP address from a DHCP server when connecting wirelessly. Automatically acquire the DNS Server Check to automatically aquire the DNS server address from a DHCP Address server when connecting wirelessly. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 56: Profile Information (Browser)
IP address and a port number and check the box. Do not use the proxy server for a local If checked, the proxy server will not be used for local addresses. address WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 57: Profile Information (Printers)
Chapter 4 Client Manager Profile Information (Printers) Configure the printer that your computer uses when connected wirelessly. Parameter Meaning Do not change the printer settings of Uncheck to use a different printer when connecting wirelessly. this Profile WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 58: System Tray Menu
Runs Automatic Secure Setup, using one of the following connection methods: AOSS, WPS(PBC), or WPS(PIN). Help Displays Client Manager Help. Option Displays the Options menu screen (page 58). Version Information Displays Client Manager version information. Exit Exits Client Manager. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 59: Option Menu
( 8 - 63 characters). Import a profile Click this to import a saved profile into Client Manager. You’ll need to enter the password for the profile to continue. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 60 Automatically connect to the profile If checked, it will attempt to connect to the profile with highest with highest priority priority as assigned on the Profile screen (page 51). Checked is recommended for most users. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 61: Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting
Try to connect wirelessly with AOSS or WPS (PBC) if your access point supports either of them (chapter 3, page 13). Ask your network administrator for SSID and encryption settings if the access point does not support AOSS/WPS (PBC). WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 62: The Link Speed Is Slower Than 300 Mbps (Maximum Link Speed Is Only 144 Mbps)
Properties. Highlight the name of your network and go to Properties. Enter the correct encryption key and select correct the encryption type as configured on the wireless router. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 63 If an Internet connection is not available with a direct connection to the computer, please call the Internet Service Provider who installed the modem. If an Internet connection is available with a direct connection to the computer, please call our customer support line. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 64 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Issue: Where can I download the latest drivers, firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products? Answer: The latest drivers and firmware with installation instructions are available online at www.buffalotech.com WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
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Page 65: Appendix
By default, the AirStation’s 300 Mbps mode is disabled. Use the following proceedure to enable it if desired. 1. Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [AirStation 300Mbps Mode Setting] and launch the utility software. If you are using Windows 7 or Vista and see the message "A program needs your permission to continue", click [Continue]. -
Page 66: Specifications
5.0 V bus-powered Power Consumption 2500 mW (Max) Dimensions 26 mm x 15 mm x 100 mm (1.0 x 0.6 x 9.91 cm.) Weight 30 g (31.18 g.) Operating Environment 0-40 C (32-104°F) , 20-80 % (non-condensing) WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 67: Removing The Device From The Computer
Removing the device from the computer Windows 7, Vista, and Windows XP If you use Windows 7, Vista, or Windows XP, just unplug the WLI-UC-G300HP from your computer. Windows 2000 If you use Windows 2000, follow the procedure described below. -
Page 68: Tcp/Ip Settings In Windows
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each settings. Example: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, then IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [OK]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 69: Windows Vista
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each settings. Example: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, then IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [Close]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 70: Windows Xp
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each settings. Example:. If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, then IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [Close]. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 71: Antenna
Appendix Antenna The WLI-UC-G300HP has a flexible antenna that may be used in different positions. Adjust the angle for the best signal as needed. Turning the unit so that the wireless AP is directly to one side of the WLI-UC-G300HP will probably give the strongest signal. -
Page 72: Fcc / Ce / R&Tte Information
SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and product could be used in typical laptop computer with USB slot. Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified and may not compliance with related RF exposure rule and such WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 73: Industry Canada Statement
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 conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN60950-1: (2006) Safety of Information Technology Equipment WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... - Page 74 This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual...
- Page 75 Directive 1999/5/EC. Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que el WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC- G300HP-V1 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
- Page 76 Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que este WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko [Slovenian] Buffalo Technology Inc. izjavlja, da je ta WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky [Slovak] Buffalo Technology Inc.
- Page 77 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Svenska [Swedish] Härmed intygar Buffalo Technology Inc. att denna WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
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Page 78: Environmental Information
• The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems. • If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. WLI-UC-G300HP / WLI-UC-G300HP-V1 User Manual... -
Page 79: Warranty
Buffalo products. In no event shall Buffalo Technology/(Buffalo Inc.) liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of the product, its accompanying software, or its documentation.