Installing Software ............... 6 Windows 98 – Vista Installation .......... 6 Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation ......13 FCC Interference Statement and Safety Instructions ..25 Warranty Information ............27 Page 3 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Versa WiFi USB Adapter II. To help ensure many years of service please read this quick start guide carefully. System Requirements Compatible operating system: Microsoft Windows 98SE-Vista Mac OS 10.3-10.5 Computer USB connection: Version 1.1 or 2.0 Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
(including a tree branch) will greatly deteri- orate the WiFi signal by as much as 90%. For best long dis- tance use, position the Versa WiFi USB Adapter II so there are no walls or obstacles between it and the sending an- tenna.
Windows 98 – Vista Installation Installation 1. Insert the supplied CD into your computerʼs disk drive. The setup software should start automatically after a few seconds. Page 6 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Windows 98 – Vista Installation 2. When the first title screen appears, Click “Driver Installation”. Page 7 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Windows 98 – Vista Installation 3. When the “Language” screen appears click “Next” or select a language other then English. 4. When the “Welcome” screen appears, click “Next”. Page 8 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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5. Click “Finish” to complete the installation. 6. Attach the 5dBi antenna to the Versa WiFi USB Adapter II. 7. Connect Versa WiFi USB Adapter II to a USB port on the computer. Note: If you have problems getting the performance you like, try using an alternate USB port on your computer.
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Windows 98 – Vista Installation Connecting to a WiFi Site 1. Double left-click on the “Signal Bars” icon that shows in the system tray. 2. A window titled “REALTEK USB Wireless LAN Utility” will be displayed. Page 10 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Connect to a site by double left-clicking on the site name (SSID). 5. If the site requires a password (Encryption Key), you will be prompted to enter one. If no password is re- quired then just click “OK”. Page 11 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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7. Setup is complete! You can now access the internet by opening your default web browser. Page 12 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
Apple Installation 1. Insert the supplied CD into your computerʼs disk drive. 2. Double click on the CD icon. 3. Double click on the “Mac” folder. 4. Double click on your Mac OS version. Page 13 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 5. Double click on “Install.mpkg” to start the installation. 6. When the “Introduction” screen appears, click “Continue”. 7. Click “Continue” on the “Read Me” screen. 8. Click “Continue” on the “License” screen. Page 14 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 9. Click “Agree” to indicate that you agree to the terms of the license agreement. 10. When installation screen appears click “Install” or choose another location for the installation. Page 15 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 11. When prompted, enter your “Name” and “Password”. Page 16 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 12. When prompted, click “Continue Installation”. 13. When the “Summary” screen appears, click “Restart”. Page 17 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Note: If you have problems getting the per- formance you like, try using an alternate USB port on your computer. One USB port may be low powered and one may be high powered. Page 18 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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WLAN card in the “Network” item in “System Preferences”. Click “OK”. 16. The WLAN Client Utility window will pop up. Ignore this window until after the setup is complete. Page 19 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 17. Go to “System Preferences” and then click “Network”. Page 20 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 18. A message displays “New Interface Detected”. Click “OK” and then click “Apply” to activate the adapter. Page 21 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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1. From the dock, click the “Crab” icon to activate the “WLAN” utility. 2. From the “Realtek WLAN Client Utility” (the window you ignored in step #16 on page 19), click the “Available Network” tab. Page 22 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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Apple / Mac OS 10.3 – 10.5 Installation 3. Double-click your desired WiFi site. 4. If the WiFi site requires a network key (password) be- fore connecting, enter and confirm the key. When finished, click “OK”. Page 23 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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6. If “Link Status” shows that you are “Connected” with good signal strength, then you will be able to access the internet using your default web browser. For more details you can browse the full user manual on the supplied CD. Page 24 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Page 25 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
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8 inches must be maintained between the antenna 2. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating of this device and all persons. in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Page 26 Versa WiFi USB Adapter II...
Warranty Information One Year Limited Warranty C. Crane Company Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in ma- terial and workmanship under normal use and conditions for a period of one year from the date of original purchase on parts and labor.
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Under no circumstances shall C. Crane Company Inc. be liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential arising out of the use of, or...
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