USER GUIDE Wireless-N USB Network Adapter with Dual-Band Model: WUSB600N
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 Storing the Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 USB Extension Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 2 General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Overview Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Overview USB Extension Base Thank you for choosing the Linksys by Cisco Wireless-N USB Network Adapter with Dual-Band. Using the latest wireless networking technology, the Adapter adds or upgrades wireless connectivity on your notebook computer. To help protect your data and privacy, you can use industrial-strength WPA2 encryption to protect your wireless connection. LED Link (Blue) The LED flashes when there is wireless network activity.
Wireless Security Checklist Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by sending information over radio waves, it can be more vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from your wireless network can also be intercepted.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Configuration The Linksys Wireless Manager is used to configure the Adapter. The Wireless Manager lets you search for available wireless networks, establish or terminate a connection with a wireless network, and save a wireless network’s settings. How to Access the Wireless Manager After you have installed the Adapter, the Linksys Wireless Manager icon appears in the system tray of your computer.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 To connect to a wireless network, go to How to Connect to a Wireless Network, page 4. To disconnect from a wireless network, select the network, and click Disconnect. To refresh the list of available networks, click Search Again. 5. The Checking Connection screen appears while the Wireless Manager establishes the wireless connection. When it is finished, click Next.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 How to Connect to a Hidden Wireless Network NOTE: By default, a wireless network’s router broadcasts the network name (SSID). A “hidden” wireless network is a network whose router has been configured not to broadcast the network name (SSID). Follow these instructions to connect to a wireless network that is not listed on the Connect to a Wireless Network screen. NOTE: If your wireless network is NOT hidden, select My network is not hidden, and then click Next.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 5. The Checking Connection screen appears. How to Connect Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup On the Connect to a Wireless Network screen, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup icon ( ) indicates a network that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Follow these instructions to connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. NOTE: Before you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. 1.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 5. The Adapter connects to the network. Connecting to the Network via Wi-Fi Protected Setup NOTE: If the connection cannot be set up, the message, “Registration failed” appears. If this happens, use one of two options: •• Push Button Press the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup button until an LED lights up. Then click Connect to try again. •• PIN Click Skip, and then go to Enter the Adapter’s PIN Number, page 7. 6. The Connected to Your Network screen appears.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Saved Networks How to Connect to a Saved Network When you connect to a wireless network, you can save its settings so that it will be easier to reconnect to the network at a later time. This is most helpful with hidden networks; if you do not save a hidden network’s settings, you will have to enter the network name (SSID) and security key. To connect to a saved network, follow these instructions. 1.
Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix A: Troubleshooting Your computer does not recognize the Adapter. Make sure that the Adapter is properly inserted into the USB slot. The Adapter does not work properly. Remove the Adapter, and then reinsert it into the computer’s USB slot. Your computer cannot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the Infrastructure configuration. 1. Make sure that the computers are powered on. 2.
Windows Vista Configuration Appendix B Appendix B: Windows Vista Configuration 3. Select your network, and then click Connect. Windows Vista Configuration After you have installed the Adapter, the Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray. Select Network Wireless Network Configuration Utility Icon When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears. 4.
Windows Vista Configuration Appendix B 5. Enter the security key, WEP key, or passphrase (also known as a pre‑shared key), depending on your type of security. Click Connect. 7. This screen appears when you are connected to your network. Select Save this network, if you want to save your settings. Click Close. Secured Network Connected to Network 6. This screen appears while the Adapter connects to your network. Do not cancel, unless you want to end the installation. 8.
Windows Vista Configuration Appendix B 9. This screen varies according to the selected location. Click Close. Network Settings Saved NOTE: For help with the Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration utility, refer to Windows Vista Help and Support, by clicking Vista’s Start > Help and Support. button Your computer is now connected to your wireless network.
Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix C Appendix C: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration 3. Select Linksys Wireless Manager from the list of programs in the Add or Remove Programs window. Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Windows XP has a built-in wireless configuration utility. If you prefer to use the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Utility to control your adapter, you must first uninstall the Linksys Wireless Manager.
Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix C 7. A window will open displaying the available wireless networks. Select the network that you want and click Connect. If your network does not have wireless security enabled, go to step 8. 9. If your network uses WEP wireless security, enter the WEP Key in the Network Key and Confirm network key fields. If your network uses WPA Personal wireless security, enter the Passphrase in the Network Key and Confirm network key fields. Click Connect.
Specifications Appendix D Appendix D: Specifications Environmental Model WUSB600N Standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Draft 802.11n LEDs Link/Act Number of Antennas 2 Internal Antennas Transmitted Power Receive Sensitivity 2.4 GHz @ 11 Mbps data rate: 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 2.4 GHz @ 54 Mbps data rate: 14 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 5 GHz @ 54Mbps data rate: 12 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS0, HT20/40): 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS8, HT20/40): 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS15, HT20/40): 12 dBm ± 1.
Appendix E Appendix E: Warranty Information Limited Warranty Linksys warrants this Linksys hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the Warranty Period, which begins on the date of purchase by the original end-user purchaser and lasts for the period specified below: •• One (1) year for new product •• Ninety (90) days for refurbished product Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’ entire liability under this limited warranty will be for Linksys, at its option, to (a) re
Appendix E Warranty Information DATED PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO PROCESS WARRANTY CLAIMS. If you are requested to return your product, you will be given a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. You are responsible for properly packaging and shipping your product to Linksys at your cost and risk. You must include the RMA number and a copy of your dated proof of original purchase when returning your product.
Regulatory Information Appendix F Appendix F: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This 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. This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Regulatory Information Appendix F gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. interdit d’utiliser une antenne ayant un gain supérieur. L’impédance d’antenne requise est de 50 ohms. The maximum antenna gain (Please see the table below) permitted (for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz) to comply with the E.I.R.P. limit: 3.
Appendix F User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.
Appendix F Regulatory Information Eesti (Estonian) - Keskkonnaalane informatsioon Euroopa Liidus asuvatele klientidele Français (French) - Informations environnementales pour les clients de l’Union européenne Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol , keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest.
Appendix F Regulatory Information Lietuvškai (Lithuanian) - Aplinkosaugos informacija, skirta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams Nederlands (Dutch) - Milieu-informatie voor klanten in de Europese Unie Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių atliekų srauto.
Appendix F Regulatory Information Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambiental para clientes da União Europeia Slovenščina (Slovene) - Okoljske informacije za stranke v Evropski uniji A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares.
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