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Table of Contents Copyright Information ................................................................................. 2 Limitation of Liability ................................................................................... 3 1. Introduction .......................................................................................... 7 Overview ................................................................................................ 7 The ASUS Wireless Family ....................................
Table of Contents Locating the Copied Files on the Hard Disk Drive .......................... 28 Shutting down the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD .................................. 28 3. Software Configuration ..................................................................... 29 Configuring the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD ........................................... 29 Wireless .......................................................................................... 30 Interface ..........................................
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Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". This device is a wireless local area network (WLAN) hard disk drive (HDD) with additional Access Point (AP) functionality. It is designed to be fully compliant with the IEEE 802.11g standard and provides data transfer at 54 Mbps using the OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing) technology. It is also backward compliant with IEEE 802.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction The ASUS Wireless Family The ASUS Wireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for 802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office. Access Point/Client The ASUS WLAN 802.11g Access Point (WL-300g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b wireless standards. The ASUS 3 in 1 Pocket Access Point (WL-330g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards.
USB Access Point/Client The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL160g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity. 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction USB Client 802 .11g 54M bps The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL167g) is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction Features The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" has the following useful features: • • • • • • • • • • • 54 Mbps high speed WLAN access • Up to 54 Mbps transfer speeds over the 2.4 GHz frequency band • Compatible with existing 802.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction Package List Your package contains the following items: 2.4GHz dipole antenna Screw on to install ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" with 2.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction Hardware Components This section gives you a tour of the different ports and status indicators of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". Refer to this section when installing and operating your device. Ports and Buttons 1 4 3 2 1 Power Connector: Connect the power adapter here. 2 USB Port: Insert a USB flash disk here. 3 LAN Port: Connect one end of the RJ-45 Ethernet cable here and the other end to the RJ-45 port of a network hub, switch, or router.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction Wireless Performance This section provides a few ideas to help you improve the performance of your WLAN. Site Topography For optimal performance, locate wireless mobile clients and the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal or concrete walls or floors block transmission.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction Site Surveys A site survey analyzes the installation environment and provides users with recommendations for equipment and its placement. The optimum placement differs depending on the ASUS AP design and specifications. Roaming Between ASUS APs If there are multiple ASUS APs on the network, then a wireless mobile client may seamlessly roam from one ASUS AP to another. Each ASUS AP creates its own wireless cell or coverage area.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2. Getting Started Location Tips • • • • • Determine the best location for the device while keeping in mind the following considerations: The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network must not exceed 100 meters. For standard placement, try to place the device on a flat, sturdy surface as far from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or bookcase, keeping clear of metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started AP Mode INTERNET 2 - Getting Started In order to use the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" as an AP, it has to be connected to a network hub for Internet access. Attach one end of the RJ45 Ethernet cable to the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" and attach the other end to the RJ-45 port of a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (represented by the INTERNET connection in the illustration).
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Connecting Power 2 - Getting Started Attach one end of the AC power adapter, included in the product package, to the power jack on the device and the other end to a power outlet. The POWER LED lights up when the unit is powered ON. Warning: Use the product only with the power adapter supplied in the product package. Using another power supply may damage the device. Warning: To shut down the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD, click the Shutdown button on the web manager.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started If you set your computer’s (wireless client) IP manually, it needs to be on the same segment as the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". To set the TCP/IP settings, use the Network and Dialup Connections wizard to create a new LAN connection and configure its TCP/IP settings as follows: 2 - Getting Started 1. Select “My Network Places” from 2. Click View network connections. Windows start. 3. Right-click the Local Area 4. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Connection.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2 - Getting Started 4. Select “Use the following...” IP address: 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be any number between 1 and 254 that is not used by another device except 192.168.1.220 which is used by the “WL-HDD”) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 SSID Settings The SSID or the network name of the WLAN adapter must be configured correctly for proper operation. Click the LAN icon under “Network and Dialup Connections” and right-click to view its Properties.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Using the Hard Disk Drive Now that you have installed the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" and connected it as required, you are ready to start using the hard drive as a network storage device as described in the following sections.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Using the ASUS Utility We recommend that you install the ASUS utility provided on the software CD included in your package. The utility enables you to search for the device and connect to the device to access the hard drive and configure the settings. Follow these steps to use the ASUS utility: 2 - Getting Started 1. Using Windows, click Start | Programs | ASUS Utility | Wireless HD | Device Discovery. 2.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Hard Drive Pre-scan Function When the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" is first turned on, it performs a prescan of the hard disk drive to ensure that it is functioning correctly and does not have any corrupt data. If the hard drive is not working, has not been formatted, or has been corrupted, a message is displayed on the screen asking you to format the hard disk. 2 - Getting Started Note: We recommend that you format the hard disk at least once before using it.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started 3. A message is displayed on the screen to warn you that formatting will erase all data on the disk. Click OK to continue. 2 - Getting Started 4. Formatting of the hard disk begins and the browser window displays the formatting status. 5. After formatting is completed, you are asked to restart the system. Click Save&Restart to restart the system. 6. The browser window displays the status while the ASUS Wireless "WLHDD" restarts.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Setting up Permissions You can set up the hard drive permissions so that only the specified users can access it and write data to hard drive. This is a useful feature so as to limit the data that is put on the network storage. 2 - Getting Started Click the Storage Setting icon in the left pane to display the hard disk settings. Refer to the next two sections to learn how to edit the user and shared file lists.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2 - Getting Started 1. Under the Shared Nodes List on the Storage Setting - Shared Nodes page, scroll to select the desired folder or partition from the Folders and Partitions drop-down box. 2. Type the desired name in the Shared Name field. This is the name by which users can access a specific folder or partition using their wireless clients and even map them as logical drives if needed. 3.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2 - Getting Started The Access Right screen is displayed. Type in the Shared Name and any Comments if required. Set the user permissions for the Guest account and up to six user accounts. Select the appropriate user account names from the drop-down box and check the Share and Write check boxes to enable sharing and writing to the folder. Click Apply to apply the changes to the access rights to the folder. 8.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Sharing files on the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD 2 - Getting Started The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" is primarily designed to help you share data, music, video, or other files over the wireless LAN. You can set up this device in your house, office, or dormitory, such that anyone can access media files from it using a wireless connection. In order to share data from the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD, you must access the hard disk drive using a valid user name.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started Notes: If you remove the flash disk from the ASUS Wireless "WLHDD" and insert it again, the data is copied again to the hard disk in a new folder with the folder name incremented by 1. For instance, if the first time the data was copied under USBpart005, then after removing and inserting the disk, the data is copied again to a new folder named USBpart006.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3. Software Configuration The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" can be configured to meet various usage scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however, others may need to be changed. Configuring the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 3 - Software After logging in, the Wireless Hard Drive home page opens. Links to the various parameters that can be adjusted are shown in the left panel.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Wireless Click the Wireless option on the left panel to display its submenus. The wireless menu enables you to configure the wireless interface of the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD, to configure its bridge settings, to set up access blocks or bypass, and to enable the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" to act as an AP if no other AP is detected in its vicinity.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration The Interface submenu has the following options: Region Scroll through this drop-down box to select the appropriate region where you are located. SSID The SSID is an identification string of up to 32 ASCII characters unique to every AP. The SSID is also referred to as the “ESSID” or “Extended Service Set ID.” By default, the SSID is set to ““WL-HDD””. All the wireless clients in the vicinity must have the same SSID in order to use the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD".
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Relationship among keys Authentication Method Encryption Open System or Shared Key None WEP-64 bits WEP-128 bits Shared Key WEP-64 bits WEP-128 bits WPA-PSK TKIP only AES only Passphrase Not required 1~64 characters 1~64 characters 1~64 characters 1~64 characters 8~63 characters 8~63 characters WEP Key 1~4 Not required 10 hex digits 26 hex digits 10 hex digits 26 hex digits Not required Not required Encryption If the Open System or Shared Key or Shared Key authenticati
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Passphrase If you select TKIP only or AES only as the Encryption method, this field will be used as a password for the encryption process. A password with 8 to 63 characters is required. If you select WEP-64 bits or WEP-128 bits as the Encryption method, this field will be used to generate four WEP keys automatically. A WEP key is either 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits based on whether you select 64 bit or 128 bit in the WEP pull-down menu.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Bridge The bridge or WDS (Wireless Distribution System) enables you to connect to one or many APs through a wireless connection. Choose an AP mode and configure the WDS settings as follows: 3 - Software AP Mode AP Mode configures the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" for a specific purpose. By default, the device is set to serve as an Access Point (AP only) where a wireless mobile client can connect wirelessly to a wired Ethernet network.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List (Yes/No) Select Yes to connect to access points in the remote bridge list. Allow anonymous? (Yes/No) Select Yes to allow users without accounts to connect to the AP. Note: If Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List and Allow Anonymous are both set to No, it means that this AP will not connect with other APs and therefore the AP mode setting is set automatically to AP Only.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration MAC Access Mode The default setting of Disable allows any wireless mobile client to connect to this device. The Accept option only allows clients with their MAC addresses specified in the Access Control List, to connect to the device. The Reject option prevents devices with their MAC addresses specified in the Access Control List from connecting to this device.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Fragmentation Threshold (256~2346) Fragmentation is used to divide 802.11 frames into smaller pieces (fragments) that are sent separately to the destination. The use of fragmentation can increase the reliability of frame transmissions. This field allows you to enable fragmentation by setting a specific packet size threshold. The default value (2346) is recommended.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Client Mode This menu page enables you to connect to the AP using a wireless connection and has the following options: 3 - Software Become an AP if no AP can be connected? Click Yes to enable the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" to be an Access Point in a wireless network, if no other AP is detected. Client Mode Select Disabled if you do not want to connect to other APs in the network.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Profile List 3 - Software Use this option to add the SSIDs of other APs in the WLAN, to which the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" connects. Type the SSID of the AP under the SSID field, then click Add to add it to the Profile List. Select an existing AP SSID, then click Del to remove it from the list and disable connection to it. Select an existing AP SSID and click Edit to modify its connection parameters as follows: SSID Type the SSID of the AP in this field.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Key depending on the AP’s encryption system. The authentication method for the AP should be the same as that chosen for the ASUS Wireless "WLHDD" (see “Authentication Method”). Encryption Method Select WEP - 64 bits or WEP - 128 bits for the encryption method to protect your data by encrypting it. The encryption scheme for the AP should be the same as that chosen for the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" (see “Encryption”).
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration IP Config Click the IP Config option on the left panel to display its submenus. The IP Config submenus provide options for your LAN and DHCP settings as described in the following sections. 3 - Software LAN The LAN menu page has the following settings: Get IP Automatically Select Yes (default) or No to get an IP address automatically from a DHCP server. If you select Yes, this means that the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" will send out a DHCP request during bootup.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration DHCP server The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" is set up to be a DHCP server by default. This enables it to support up to 254 IP addresses on the WLAN. The IP address for a wireless client can be designated by the network administrator or can be assigned by the ASUS Wireless "WLHDD" automatically. The following options are available on this page: 3 - Software Enable the DHCP Server Automatically Select Yes to enable the DHCP server and No to disable it automatically.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Storage Setting Click the Storage Setting option on the left panel to display its submenus. The Storage Setting menus enable you to configure the various parameters of the hard disk drive that is shared on the WLAN. Refer to the following sections for more details.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - Introduction The Shared Nodes menu page enables you to set the sharing rights and privileges for the shared partitions on the hard disk drive of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". The following options are available: Network Neighborhood Mode Select the default setting of Share all partitions on disk to enable sharing of all partitions on the disk. Work Group Specify the name of the work group to which the device belongs. The default is Mygroup.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Disk Tool 3 - Software The Disk Tool enables you to specify the sizes of the partitions on the hard disk drive. You can create up to 4 partitions on the hard disk drive. The total disk space is specified in the Disk Space field. Enter the size in MB for each of the desired partitions in the Disk Space of Partition x (where x goes from 1 through 4) fields. Warnings: Any data on the hard disk will be lost after creating new partitions.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration System Setting Click the System Setting option on the left panel to display its submenus. This set of menus enables you to make changes to the system parameters of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". You can change the password, upgrade the firmware from a file provided by ASUS, or restore the device to its default factory settings using this set of menus.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Firmware Upgrade 3 - Software The Firmware Upgrade menu enables you to upload new firmware upgrades to the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". Follow the instructions on the screen to upgrade the firmware. The menu page displays the device name under Product ID and the current Flash Code (Firmware) version installed in the device under Firmware Version. Periodically, a new flash code is available for the ASUS 802.11g APs on ASUS’s Web site.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Factory Default Use this menu to restore the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" to its default factory settings. Click the Restore button to clear all settings and restore the factory defaults. The device reboots after this function. 3 - Software Note: You can also clear all settings and restore factory default values by pressing and holding down the Reset button for 5 seconds.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Status and Log Click the Status and Log option on the left panel to display its submenus. These submenus enable you to view the status and a log report of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". Various system parameters are displayed on the Status page. 3 - Software Status The Status submenu displays the following settings: System Time This field displays the current system time of the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". Click Sync to synchronize the system with that of your wireless client.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Disk The disk properties of the hard disk drive are displayed in this part of the menu page. The Model Name, Size of Partitions in megabytes along with the number of free partitions, and File System Status are shown. Click File System Check under Action to check the status of the file system. This verifies that the file system on the hard disk drive is intact and not corrupt. The screen displays the status while the file system is being checked.
Chapter 3 - Software Configuration DHCP Leases 3 - Software The DHCP Leases log file shows a list of devices (clients) that access the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" when DHCP is enabled. The MAC address of each device, along with its IP address and lease time are displayed in this log file.
Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting 4. Troubleshooting Refer to the following tips to resolve any problems that you may encounter when using the ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD". The ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" cannot be found using the Search for computer technique. • Use the Device Discovery tool of the wireless utility on your wireless client to search for the “WL-HDD”. If the “WL-HDD” is found with a different subnet mask from your client, set the IP of your client to the same subnet.
Chapter 5 - Appendix 5. Appendix Specifications Support Ethernet and 802.3 with maximum bit rate 10/100 Mbps and auto crossover function (MDI/MDI-X) Connector 1 x RJ-45 for 10/100BaseT Antenna Support 2 (One internal inverted-F PCB antenna, one external dipole antenna) Connector Reverse-SMA antenna connector LED Power x 1 HDD access x 1 Wireless activity x 1 USB copy x 1 LAN port x 2 (Ethernet Link/Activity with 10/100 Mbps) USB USB 1.
Chapter 5 - Appendix Management Web-based configuration Internet Explorer 6 or later Netscape Navigator 6 or later Other Java-enabled browsers System settings Server name Workgroup (upgradeable) Time zone and current time DHCP and static IP Auto IP Folder access Shared, Password setting, Read or Read and Write System tools Reboot, Shutdown, Format, Scan disk, Firmware upgrade HDD functionality and limitations Supported file systems FAT, FAT32, NTFS (read-only), EXT2 Supported disk size Less than
Chapter 5 - Appendix Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
Chapter 5 - Appendix FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel of the Mobile Satellite Systems.
Chapter 5 - Appendix FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
Chapter 5 - Appendix Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Frequency Band Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is: • • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.
