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54 Mbps
Wireless
Ethernet Adapter
Model #: HWE05490-01
Firmware version: 1.31 (Utility version: 1.3)
User Manual
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Solutions for the Digital Life
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Table of Contents Introduction 1 Features 1 Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Contacting Technical Support 2 Getting to Know the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter 3 Front Panel 3 Rear Panel 4 Understanding your Wireless Network 5 What is Adhoc Mode? 5 What is Infrastructure Mode? 6 Installing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter 7 Physical installation of the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter 7 Connecting the Adapter to a network 8 Configuring the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Eth
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Introduction 1 Congratulations on becoming the owner of the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter. Your Wireless Ethernet Adapterprovides bridging capabilities between your Wireless LAN (local area network) and one or more personal computers, gaming consoles, or other Ethernet-ready devices such as printers and storage devices. This User Guide will show you how to set up the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter, customize its configuration to get the most out of your network. The Et
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System Requirements To use the Wireless Ethernet Adapter, you must have the following: PC with an open Ethernet port Microsoft Windows XP, ME, 2000, NT4.0, 98, 98SE; MAC OS 8 or higher TCP/IP network protocol installed Internet Explorer 4.0 or Netscape 4.0 or higher Contacting Technical Support Actiontec Electronics, Inc., prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high- performance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available to provide professi
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Getting to Know the 54 Mbps Wireless 2 Ethernet Adapter Front Panel The front panel provides the user with a fast visual feedback of its current status. Figure 1. Front Panel and LEDs Power The Power light will turn green when the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter is powered on. Wireless The Wireless light will turn solid green when the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter is connected to the Wireless LAN. The Wireless LEDwill blink continuosly when data traffic is present on the wireless LAN. 3
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Rear Panel The rear panel contains the ports for the unit's data and power connections. Figure 2. Back Panel and Ports Power Connects to the Power Cord. Reset Depress the Reset button to bring the 54Mbsp Wireless Ethernet Adapter to its factory default settings. Hold the button for 15 sec. Antenna The antenna connector allows you to connect to various anten- nae types. Please use the included antenna if you do not have any other antenna. Ethernet You connect your Yellow Ehernet Cable to this por
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Understanding your Wireless Network 3 Wireless local area networks (WLAN) perform the exact same functions as wired local area networks (LAN). Each computer in the WLAN uses a data radio device to connect to the network, where all computers in the network share the same frequen- cy 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 AdHoc Mode and Infrastructure Mode. What is Adh
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What is Infrastructure Mode? Infrastructure mode is a networking framework by which devices communicate with each other by first going through an Access Point (AP). Infrastructure mode, lets wireless devices communicate with each other or with a wired network. Two possible types of service can exist while in Infrastructure mode: Basic Service Set (BSS) Basic Service Set is when an Access Point is connected to a wired network and a set of wireless stations. Extended Service Set (ESS) Extended Ser
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Installing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet 4 Adapter This equipment is designed with 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 electricity when working with electronic equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be followed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment. Physical installation of the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Fo
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Connecting the Adapter to a network Now that your Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter has been installed, it is ready to be connected to the power outlet and to your wired network. 1. Get the Wireless Ethernet Adapter from your Quick Start Kit. Make sure that the external antenna is connected to the adapter. 2. Get the Yellow Cable from the Quick Start Kit. Plug one end into the Ethernet Port located on the back of the Ethernet Adapter. You will hear a “click” when the Yellow Cable has b
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3. Plug the other end of the Yellow cable into the Ethernet port located on the back of the Computer or Game Console (like a Sony Playstation or Xbox). You will hear a “click” when the Yellow Cable has been properly connected. 4. Get the Power Cord and plug the small end into the Power Port located on the back of the Ethernet Adapter. 5. Plug the other end of the Power Cord into an power outlet. 9 Installing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter
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Configuring the Actiontec 54Mbps Wireless Ethernet 5 Adapter How to configure the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Configuring the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter means adjusting the following settings: radio channels, security, and identification, etc. You only need to configure the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter when you want to change these settings. You can configure the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter through the configuration utility provide
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3.When the following screen appears, click Next to continue. 4.When the following screen appears, click Finish to continue. 5.Once the Installation is complete, from the Windows Desktop click on the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Configuration Icon. Note: The 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Configuration Utility allows the end user to identify the IP address of the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter as an aid to Adjusting the Access Point’s network address values, we recommend keeping the
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6. The 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Configuration Utility will scan for any Wireless Ethernet Adapters and display their information. 7. If you wish to change the factory default values, click on any of the choices on the screen. Note: Make sure you record the current settings prior to changing the current configuration. 8. To change the wireless Settings, click on AP Settings, enter the appropriate values and click Apply. 12 Actiontec 54Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter User Manual
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9. To change the Ethernet Settings, click on IP Settings, enter the appropriate values and click Apply. Note: Make sure you record the current settings prior to changing the current configuration. We recommend keeping the factory defaults if you are not sure 10. To change the Security Settings, click on Security, enter the appropriate values and click Apply. 13 Configuring the Actiontec 54Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter
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11. Once completed, and you Apply your changes, the following screen will appear. Enter the Username and Password to apply the changes. The default values are: Username: admin Password: admin Note: The 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter can be adjusted manually by accessing it from any browser. Starting the Web Interface Once the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Configuration Utility has finished and the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter is available for configuration in th
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3. When the following screen appears, begin configuring your 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter. The Status screen provides information on all the current settings for the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter. 4. Click on Basic Setting to modify the Adapter’s wireless settings. Wireless Network Name (SSID): This is the name of the Ethernet Adapter on the wireless network. The default Wireless Network Name (SSID) is: ACTIONTEC. Make sure that you enter the SSID as all capital letters. 15 Configuring
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Channel: This is the radio channel that the Ethernet Adapter will operate on, if you experience interference you may need to try different channels. (Available channels are separated by frequencies; channels 1-11 operate at 2.4GHz in the U.S.) Actiontec recommends that you use channel 9. WEP Key: WEP is the wireless encryption standard implemented in the Ethernet Adapter. To use it, a client device (54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter) must provide a key that will be authenticated by the Wireless
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5. Click on IP Setting to modify the Ethernet Adapter’s TCP/IP settings. Here you can configure the IP address used by the Ethernet Adapter, you can specify whether you are using a Static IP or a DCHP address provided by a server in your network. These options will not go into effect until the Ethernet Adapter is rebooted. LAN IP: Click on the option better suited for your needs. Fixed IP: Check this box to use the IP settings specified on this page. Obtain Automatic IP: Check this box to use th
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6. Click on Security to modify the 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter’s Administrator ID and Password, when completed click Apply to continue. Administrator ID: This is the user name you must type to gain access to the Ethernet Adapter and make changes to these pages. The default Username is: admin AP Password New: This is the password you must type to gain access to the Ethernet Adapter and make changes to these pages. You must enter the same password in the Confirm field. The default AP Passw
