Asus WL-140 User manual

ASUS USB SpaceLink Client

WL-140

(For 802.11b Wireless Networks)

User’s Manual

2ASUS USB SpaceLink Client

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Product Name: ASUS USB SpaceLink Client (WL-140)

Manual Revision: 1 E1219

Release Date: February 2003

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1. Introduction ............................................................................. 7

1.1 Overview ...................................................................................... 7

1.2 Package Contents........................................................................ 8

2. Installation ............................................................................... 8

2.1 Orientating the Antenna ............................................................... 8

2.2 Reading the SpaceLink LEDs ...................................................... 9

2.3 Installing the SpaceLink Driver .................................................. 10

2.4 Verifying the SpaceLink Driver................................................... 11

2.5 Verifying the TCP/IP Protocol .................................................... 13

2.5.1 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol......................................... 14

2.5.2 Configuring TCP/IP Properties ....................................... 15

2.5.3 Configuring Advanced TCP/IP Properties ...................... 16

2.5.4 Verifying TCP/IP Settings ............................................... 16

2.6 Installing ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Utilities ......................... 17

3. Software Reference .............................................................. 19

3.1 Overview .................................................................................... 19

3.2 Windows XP Wireless Options .................................................. 20

3.3 Control Center............................................................................ 21

3.4 Wireless Settings ....................................................................... 23

More than one ASUS SpaceLink Card ...................................... 24

3.4.1 Status - Status Tab ......................................................... 24

3.4.2 Status - Connection Tab ................................................. 27

3.4.3 Status - IP Config Tab..................................................... 28

3.4.4 Config - Basic Tab .......................................................... 29

3.4.5 Config - Encryption Tab .................................................. 32

3.4.6 Config - Advanced Tab ................................................... 35

3.4.7 Survey - Site Survey Tab ................................................ 37

3.4.8 About - Version Info Tab ................................................. 38

3.4.9 Link Status...................................................................... 39

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3.5 Mobile Manager ......................................................................... 40

3.5.1 Main Window .................................................................. 41

3.5.2 Using New Configuration Wizard.................................... 44

3.5.3 Using Edit Configuration................................................. 45

3.6 Site Monitor................................................................................ 53

3.6.1 Starting Site Monitor ....................................................... 53

3.6.2 Main Screen ................................................................... 53

3.6.3 Monitor............................................................................ 54

3.7 Live Update................................................................................ 55

3.8 Windows XP Wireless Properties .............................................. 57

4. Troubleshooting .................................................................... 59

5. Glossary................................................................................. 61

Safety Statements ...................................................................... 65

Federal Communications Commission Statement ............................. 65

Canadian Department of Communications ........................................ 65

Wireless LAN Safety Statements.............................................. 66

MPE Safety Statement ....................................................................... 66

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Statement ...................................... 66

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 1

1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client is designed to be fully compliant with the

IEEE 802.11b wireless local area network (Wireless LAN) standard. The

ASUS USB SpaceLink Client is equipped with a 6 dBi uni-directional an-

tenna which provides a greater coverage area compared with wireless PC

cards. TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client comes with a mounting kit and a

detachable 1.8 meter USB cable which allows convenient placement on

your desk or office partition. A USB extension cable can be purchased

from third-parties for mounting the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client on the

wall or ceiling. The advantages of theASUS USB SpaceLink Client is the

increased wireless coverage due to the ability to raise the ASUS USB

SpaceLink Client above obstructions.

TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client product provides high-speed, standards-

based Wireless LAN solutions. Supporting data rates up to 11 Mbps, with

automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps. It operates in the unlicensed 2.4

GHz frequencies called the Instrumentation, Science, and Medical (ISM)

band. Unlicensed means free of charge to users.TheASUS USB SpaceLink

Client configuration utility is a user-friendly application that helps you

quickly setup multiple roaming nodes using the ASUS USB SpaceLink

Client. You can even export the configuration settings to a file and import

them to other computers for fast multiple installations.

Wireless LANs are complementary extensions to existing wired LANs,

offering complete mobility while maintaining continuous network connec-

tivity to both corporate and home Intranets.They add a new level of conve-

nience for LAN users. PC users stay connected to the network anywhere

throughout a building without being bound by a LAN wire. This is accom-

plished through the use of a device known as the Access Point (AP). By

making use of AP in the office, you can easily establish mobile network

connections to the enterprise Intranet or Internet. Moreover, you can bring

your ASUS USB SpaceLink Client home to make your home-networking

dream come true! A home-dedicated AP, with built-in Internet gateway

capability, allows your family to share a broadband Modem and one ISP

account simultaneously with no excessive, tedious ties! Connected any-

where, at any time, your family will feel closer by the invisible magic of

the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client!

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 1

2. Installation

This chapter explains how to install theASUS USB SpaceLink Client hard-

ware, drivers, and utilities. The ASUS USB SpaceLink Client is designed

for both desktop PCs and Notebook PCs with an available USB port. The

product is designed to operate in Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP.

Complete the following steps to install the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.

1. Connect the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client

2. Install the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Driver

3. Install the TCP/IP protocol (if necessary)

4. Install the ASUS SpaceLink Utilities

2.1 Orientating the Antenna

The ASUS USB SpaceLink Client has an uni-directional antenna that can

be tilted forwards or backwards. It is recommended that you adjust the

antenna’s front face towards the nearest access point for maximum range

and higher link quality. Lower the antenna when transporting the ASUS

USB SpaceLink Client .

1.2 Package Contents

When you receive the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client package, it should

contain the following items:

•ASUS USB SpaceLink Client

•User’s Manual

•CD-ROM Disc (Windows drivers, utilities, manual)

This product does not use anAC power adapter. If any of the above

items are not included or damaged, contact your local dealer for

instructions.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 1

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(Folded Position)

2.2 Reading the SpaceLink LEDs

The front of the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client consists of two LEDs that

indicate the status of the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.

Link LED

Solid Light: The ASUS USB SpaceLink

Client is linked to a wireless network.

Blinking: TheASUS USB SpaceLink Cli-

ent is searching for a wireless network to

connect to.

Power LED

Solid Light: The ASUS USB SpaceLink

Client is receiving power from a

computer’s USB port.

NoLight:TheASUS USB SpaceLink Cli-

ent is not receiving power. The cable may

not be connected or the computer is turned

OFF.

Link LED Power LED

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Chapter 2 - Installation

Chapter 2

2.3 Installing the SpaceLink Driver

1. Turn ON your computer and enter Windows.

2. Connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the back of the ASUS

USB SpaceLink Client.

3. Insert the larger end of the USB cable into your computer’s USB port.

4. Windows will automatically detect the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client

once it is inserted. When the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog ap-

pears, click Next to begin driver installation.

5. Select “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)”.

Click Next to continue.

6. Specify the location with “[CD]\Card\Driver\USB” and click Next.

Where [CD] represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive.

7. Wait while Windows searches for the device driver for the ASUS USB

SpaceLink Client. Windows will display the search result: “ASUS

SpaceLink WL-140 WLAN USB Adapter”. Click Next.

8. During the installation, Windows may prompt you to insert the “Win-

dows Operating System CD” which contains some driver files. Insert

your Windows setup disc and type the path if necessary and click Yes.

Windows will start copying the necessary files.

9. When the installation procedure is completed, click Finish.

10.Restart your Windows to make the driver take effect.

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