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54 Mbps
Wireless
Game Adapter
Model #: 802EAG
User Manual
Ver 1.0
™
Solutions for the Digital Life
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 Features 2 System Requirements 2 Getting to Know the Adapter 3 Technical Support
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Introduction 1 Congratulations on becoming the owner of the A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter. The Adapter provides bridging capabilities between a wireless LAN (local area network) and one or more gaming consoles or other Ethernet-ready devices, such as printers or storage devices. This manual shows you how to set up the A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter and customize its configuration to get the most out of the wireless capabili- ties of your gaming console. It’s esp
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Features s Fully compliant with 54 Mbps 802.11g standard s Backward compatible with 802.11b wireless networks s Supports Infrastructure and Ad Hoc modes s Supports 64- and 128-bit WEP security s Detachable antenna s Web-based Configuration Utility and Windows Configuration Utility System Requirements For Configuration Utility s IBM compatible-system with 200 MHz Pentium processor, 64 MB of RAM, CD- ROM drive, and a
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Adapter This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features. Front Panel The Adapter’s front panel contains two lights (LEDs): Power and Wireless. Power Light The Power light glows green when the Adapter is powered on, and remains off (or dark) when no power is present. Wireless Light The Wireless light glows solid green when the Adapter is connected to a wireless network,
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Power Port The Power port is used to connect the Adapter to an electrical wall outlet via the Power cord. Antenna Port The Antenna port (an RP-SMA connector) allows the user to connect various types of antenna to the Adapter. The antenna included in the Adapter package connects to the Antenna port. Ethernet Port The Ethernet Port is used to connect the Adapter to a computer or gaming con- sole via the yellow Ethernet cable. Reset Button The
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Understanding the 2 Wireless Network Wireless local area networks (WLAN) perform the exact same functions as wired local area networks (LAN). Each device in the WLAN uses a data radio device to connect to the network, and all devices in the network share the same frequency and method for identifying wireless devices. Wireless local area networks differ from wired local area networks only in their operating mode. The two operation modes are Ad Hoc and Infrastructure. Ad Hoc Mode Ad hoc mod
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Infrastructure Mode Infrastructure mode is a networking framework where devices communicate with each other by first going through an access point or wireless router/gateway. Infrastructure mode lets wireless devices communicate with each other or with a wired network. With this type of network, and a router connected to the internet, online games can be played, with participants in the same room and/or across the internet. Two types of se
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Connecting the 3 Adapter This chapter details the steps involved in connecting the Adapter to a game console or computer, including installing the antenna and connecting the yellow Ethernet cable and black Power cord. Note: The Adapter is designed with the utmost care for the ☞ safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electric- ity when working with electronic equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Connecting the Adapter 2. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the package. Plug one end of the cable in Ethernet port on the back of the Adapter. When seated properly, the cable will “click” in the port. 3. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the back of the game console (Xbox, PlayStation 2, etc.) or computer. When seated properly, the cable will “click” in the port. 4. Get the black Power co
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 3 Connecting the Adapter 3. Plug the larger end of the black Power Cord into an electrical outlet. When connected properly, the Adapter’s “Power” light glows solid green. The Adapter is now connected to the network. For best performance, the Adapter should be placed in on a flat surface in a horizontal position with the antenna extended up, as shown below: 8 9
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Configuring 4 the Adapter This chapter explains how to configure the Adapter, including changing the IP address, setting up security, and creating a password. The Adapter can be config- ured through the Configuration Utility provided on the Utility CD (using a com- puter), or through an internet browser via the Web Configurator. Using the Configuration Utility The Configuration Utility allows the user to view or modify various settings of the Adapter, including configuring security, changing
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter Using the Utility The Adapter must be connected via Ethernet cable to the computer with the Configuration Utility installed on it to use. To start the Utility, from the computer’s desktop, select Start, and from the menu that appears, select Actiontec 54 Mbps Ethernet Utility. Link Information The first screen that appears is “Link Information.” This screen displays information pertaining to the Adapter’s wi
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter At the bottom of this screen and the three that follow are three buttons: Apply, Refresh, and Close. Apply Pressing this button causes all changes made to be saved, and a login win- dow to appear. The Adapter’s “UserName” and “Password” must be entered to make any changes active. Refresh Pressing this button causes information in the screen to reflect current conditions. Close Pressing this button causes
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter IP Settings Selecting IP Settings from the menu on the left side of the Utility window gen- erates the “IP Settings” screen. Fixed IP Address Select this option (by clicking in the appropriate circle) if the wireless network to which the Adapter is connecting requires the Adapter to have a fixed (or static) IP address. If Fixed IP Address is selected, enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway addresse
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter Security Selecting Security from the menu on the left side of the Utility window gener- ates the “Security” screen. Data Encryption If the wireless network to which the Adapter is connecting has data encryption, click in the check box to activate Authentication Select the type of authentication (Open or Shared) running on the encrypted wireless network to which the Adapter is connecting. WEP Key Setting I
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter Using the Web Configurator Once the Adapter has joined a wireless network, it can be further configured using the Web Configurator. To access the Web Configurator: 1. From a computer on the Adapter’s network, open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: http://192.168.0.240 then press Enter on the keyboard. Note: If the IP address of the computer is not on the
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual Chapter 4 Configuring the Adapter In this screen, various network parameters are displayed, both for the LAN (local area network) and the wireless internet connection. This screen is informational only; no settings can be changed from here. Basic Setting Selecting Basic Setting from the menu at the top of the screen generates the “Basic Setting” screen. In this screen, the user can change a number of wireless settings, including SSID and
