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MSI US54G (MS-6861)
Wireless 11g USB 2.0 Stick
User’s Guide
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FCC Caution 1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 3. This Transmitter must not be co-locat
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Important Safety Precautions Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any piece of electronic component. 1. Keep this User’s Guide for future reference. 2. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. 4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. 5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 6. Never pour any liquid into
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How to Use This Guide This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and use your MSI US54G - the Wireless 11g USB 2.0 Stick. Chapter 1, Introduction, provides a general information on the product you bought, including its application, specification, and requirements. Chapter 2, Hardware Installation, tells you how to install the product into your system. Chapter 3, Software Installation, guides you through the installation of the product’s driver and utilit
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......................................................................................................... 1 1.1 US54G - Wireless 11g USB 2.0 Stick ............................................................. 1 1.2 How US54G Works ........................................................................................ 2 1.3 Specifications .................................................................................................. 4 1.4 System Requirem
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Introduction >>> 1.1 US54G - Wireless 11g USB 2.0 Stick The MSI Wireless 11g USB 2.0 Stick - US54G (hereafter called US54G), compliant with IEEE802.11g, is a high-efficiency wireless adapter for wireless networking at home, in office or in public places. The data rate can be up to 54 Mbps and auto- negotiated to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps (IEEE 802.11g), or 11, 5.5, 2, 1Mbps (IEEE802.11b). With US54G, you can roam between conference room and office without being disconnected the LAN cables;
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>>> 1.2 How US54G Works Ad-hoc Mode : An Ad-hoc network is a local area network or other small network, especially one with wireless or temporary plug-in connections, in which some of the network devices are part of the network only for the duration of a communications session. Users in the network can share files, print to a shared printer, and access the Internet with a shared modem. In this kind of network, new devices can be quickly added; however, users can only communicate with other wi
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Infrastructure Mode : The difference between Infrastructure network and Ad-hoc network is that the former one includes an Access Point. In an Infrastructure network, the Access Point can manage the bandwidth to maximize bandwidth utilization. Additionally, the Access Point enables users on a wireless LAN to access an existing wired network, allowing wireless users to take advantage of the wired networks resources, such as Internet, email, file transfer, and printer sharing. The scale and range
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>>> 1.3 Specifications Form Factor / USB 2.0; 5 ± 0.5V (from USB port) Operation Voltage Network Standard IEEE 802.11g/b Frequency Range 2.412 ~ 2.484GHz Data Rate and - IEEE 802.11b (Auto-Fallback): Modulation Types CCK @ 5.5 and 11Mbps; DQPSK @ 2Mbps; DBPSK @ 1Mbps - IEEE 802.11g (Auto-Fallback): OFDM @ 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps Operating - USA/Canada: 11 channels (1~11); Channels - Europe: 13 channels (1~13); - Japan: 14 channels (1~14); - Spain: 2 channels (10~11); - Franc
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>>> 1.4 System Requirements Before installing the US54G, your PC should meet the following items: - One desktop/notebook PC with an available USB port. ® - Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system. - Minimum 5MB free disk space for installing the driver and utilities. - One CD-ROM drive, double speed or higher. >>> 1.5 Package Contents Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer as soon as possible. Als
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>>> 1.6 Product View Cover LED (GREEN) ON - US54G is connected to the computer. Flashing - US54G is transmitting data over the network. USB Connector 6
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Hardware Installation The following diagrams provide you with a basic installation for your US54G, including how to install and remove the USB stick. >>> 2.1 Connecting US54G Connection 1. The hardware installation for US54G is simply plugging it into an available USB port on your desktop/notebook computer. USB Port Connecting US54G 7
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Connection 2. If necessary, you can connect the provided USB cable to your computer, and connect US54G to the cable. USB Cable >>> 2.2 Removing US54G The MSI US54G supports hot-plug function, so that you can remove it under Windows operating system without shutting down the system. Note: DO NOT remove US54G while trans- ferring data (the LED is flashing). Please close the communica- tion programs or stop the task before removing it. Removting US54G 8
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Software Installation This chapter describes the procedures of installing the driver and utility. Follow the instruction step by step to finish the installation. Please NOTE that your US54G should be installed into the computer before installing the driver and utility. Then, the operating system will detect a new device and start to configure the new device. Click Cancel here to start installation from the InstallShield Wizard. Your Wireless LAN adapter type Click 9
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Step 1. Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive, and the Setup program should launch automatically. If the Autorun program doesn’t launch automatically, click Start at the taskbar and select Run.... Type E:\setup.exe (where E is your CD-drive) in the Open box and click OK to launch the Setup program manually. The main screen of Setup program will appear as below. Click the Install Software button. Click Step 2. The welcome screen of InstallShield Wizard appears. Click Next. Read and acc
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Step 3. Click Install and the program will copy the necessary files to the system. The progress indicator shows the installing status. Step 4. Click Finish when the installation is completed. The MSI Wire- less LAN icon* will appear in the status area. MSI Wireless LAN icon 11
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Wireless Network Utility After installing the driver, MSI US54G provides a convenient and powerful utility that allows you to set up, configure, and know your networking status easily and clearly. >>> 4.1 Introduction 4.1.1 The MSI Wireless LAN icon - Not connected to the network. - Connected to the network. - Receiving/transmitting data from/to the network. When you move the mouse over the icon, it shows the current connection information. Right-clicking the icon will bring up a sub-menu conta
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Language You can select language according to your operating system. Switch to AP Mode (optional) If your MSI wireless LAN adapter supports Software AP function, you can see this item in the sub-menu, and which allows you to use your MSI wireless adapter as a virtual access point. For details, refer to the MSI Software AP/ Gateway User’s Guide. Switch to Gateway Mode (optional) If your MSI wireless LAN adapter supports Software Gateway function, you can see this item in the sub-menu, and which
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4.1.2 Changing the Control Setting (for Windows XP only) If you use Windows XP, the wireless LAN is controlled by the operating system (default). To take full advantage of your MSI wireless adapter, it is recommended to use the MSI Wireless Network Utility to control your wireless LAN. To change the control setting: 1. Right-click the MSI Wireless LAN icon and select the Open Network Connections option. 2. In the Network Connections window, double-click the Wireless Network Connection ico
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3. Click Advanced, and the Properties window will appear as below. Uncheck this option Click 4. Uncheck the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings option. Then, click OK. 5. Now, you can use MSI Wireless Network Utility to configure your network. 15
