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54/108Mbps Super G Wireless LAN USB Adapter
WL-U357
User’s Manual
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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation. Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid t
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION................................................................1 1.1 Features...............................................................................................1 1.2 Application............................................................................................1 1.3 Specification.........................................................................................3 1.4 Package Contents.........................................
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Chapter 1 Introduction Complying with the IEEE 802.11g standard, WL-U357 provides simple, reliable, high-speed wireless connectivity for both desktop and laptop users. By combining two, state-of-the-art technologies—USB 2.0 and Super G— WL-U357 provides up to 108Mbps data rate in 2.4GHz unlicensed ISM band. Thus makes WL-U357 more suitable for multimedia applications which required more bandwidth Support of 64, 128 and 152-bit WEP encryption plus WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) high-level encr
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channel. Before adopting an ESS with roaming capability, choosing an available radio channel with less interference is highly recommended. Proper Access Point positioning combined with a clear radio channel will greatly enhance performance. Ad-Hoc Still complaining about the high price of wireless access points? This mode is the easiest and cost-effective way to meet your requirements. It enables you to construct wireless networking in no time without any access point. Ad-hoc mode is
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Historical or old buildings, public occasions, venues and open area where it is difficult to wire. 3. Frequently changing environments Factories, Retailers, and Offices that frequently change locations and rearrange the workplace 4. Temporary network access Events, exhibitions, construction sites or some important occasions that require temporary network access. 5. Access to database for mobile workers Doctors, nurses, retailers, white-collar workers who need access to database while roam
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9Mbps (BPSK): -86dBm 6Mbps (BPSK): -88dBm (Typically @PER < 10% packet size 1024 and @25ºC + 5ºC) Working Mode Infrastructure, Ad-Hoc Continuous TX: 472mA, Power Consumption Continuous RX: 290mA Compatibility Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Server 2003 1.4 Package Contents Before installation, please check the items of your package. The package should include the following items: • One Wireless USB Adapter • One USB Cable • One CD-ROM (Including the Configuration Utility, Driver and
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Chapter 2 Installation Procedure Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about the Wireless USB Adapter. Follow the procedure described below in this chapter to install the USB adapter under Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP. 2.1 Configuration Utility & Driver Installation The following installation operates under Window XP. The procedure also applies to Windows 98SE/ME/2000. Note 1: If you had ever installed the other Wireless Cards before, plea
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Note: If the screen in step A does not appear, click “Start” at the taskbar. Then, select “Run” and type “E:\Utility” to access the folder, where E is your CD-ROM drive. Execute the appropriate utility for your operating system. C. Select “I accept the terms of the license agreement” and click “Next” button to continue. 6
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D. Select “Install Client Utilities and Driver (recommended)” and click “Next” button to continue. E. Click “Yes” button to continue. F. You can click “Browse” to specify the Destination Folder that you want to install the configuration utility. Or you can keep the default setting and click ”Next” to continue. 7
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G. Select the program folder you want to install this utility to. Or you can keep the default setting and click ”Next” to continue 8
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H. Click “Next” to continue I. It is recommended to select “PLANET WL-U357 Utility and Supplicant” option. If “Third Party Supplicant” is selected, some functions may not work normally. Click “Next” to continue 9
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J. Insert WL-U357 when the dialog box pops up. Click “OK” to continue. K. Click “Continue Anyway” to continue L. Select “OK” to restart your computer right away 10
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Chapter 3 Configuration Utility The Configuration Utility is a powerful tool that helps you to configure WL-U357 easily and monitor the status of wireless communication. Right-click the icon in the system tray, there are some items for you to use the configuration utility: Help: Show Manual Webpage. Exit: Select this to close the configuration utility tool. Open PLANET WL-U357 Utility: It enables you to open the configuration utility tool. Preferences: Select what you want to appear
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point or wireless station with the strongest signal strength. This screen displays all the information about the current wireless connection. Profile Name The name of the current selected configuration profile. Link Status Shows whether the station is associated to the wireless network. Wireless Mode Displays the wireless mode. IP Address Displays the computer’s IP address. Network Type The type of network the station is connected to. The options include Infrastructure (access poi
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Authentication Displays the authentication mode. . Type Message Integrity Shows whether MIC is enabled. MIC prevents bit-flip attacks on Check encrypted packets. Associated AP Displays the name of the access point the wireless adapter is Name associated to. Associated AP IP Shows the IP address of the access point the wireless adapter is Address associated to. Associated AP Displays the MAC address of the access point the wireless adapter MAC Address is associated to. Shows the power
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Menu Bar Action: Disable Radio: Disable RF signals. Disable Tray Icon: Disable the utility icon in the system tray. Exit: Select this to close the configuration utility tool. Options: Select the display units of the Signal strength or Data. Help: PLANET WL-U357 Utility Help: display Manual Webpage. About PLANET WL-U357 Utility: display Utility Version. 14
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3.2 Profile Management 3.2.1 Add a Profile To add a new configuration profile, click New on the Profile Management tab. The Profile Management dialog box displays the General tab. Please note that the WL-U357 utility only allows the creation of 16 configuration profiles. After the creation of 16 profiles, clicking the New button displays an error message 3.2.1.1 General Tab Profile Name Identifies the configuration profile. This name must be unique. Profile names are not case sen
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Network Names (SSIDs) The IEEE 802.11 wireless network name. This field has a maximum limit of 32 characters. WL-U357 can configure up to three SSIDs (SSID1, SSID2, and SSID3). 3.2.1.2 Security Tab This section describes the security settings of the PLANET WL-U357 Utility. WPA & 802.1x Setting Using EAP-TLS Security To use EAP-TLS security, the machine must already have the EAP-TLS certificates downloaded 16
