User manual LINKSYS WUSB54G

[. . . ] ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2. 4 GHz Wireless-G 802. 11g USB Network Adapter WIRELESS Model No. User Guide WUSB54G Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. This User Guide The User Guide to the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter has been designed to make understanding networking easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this guide: This checkmark means there is a note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Adapter. This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Adapter. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Adapter. In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section in the "Table of Contents". WUSB54G_V2-UG-40422NC JL Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What's in this Guide? 1 1 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout 4 4 4 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter The USB Port The LED Indicators 6 6 6 Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Using the Setup Wizard 7 7 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Connecting the Adapter Using the Adapter's Wall Mount 14 14 15 Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Using the Wireless Network Monitor Icon Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor Link Information Site Survey Profiles Creating a New Profile 16 16 17 17 20 21 22 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions 29 29 30 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 33 33 33 Appendix C: Windows Help Appendix D: Glossary Appendix E: Specifications 36 37 44 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Appendix F: Warranty Information Appendix G: Regulatory Information Appendix H: Contact Information 46 47 49 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter List of Figures Figure 3-1: USB Port Figure 3-2: Front Panel Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard's Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: Setup Wizard's License Agreement Figure 4-3: Setup Wizard's Wireless Mode Screen Figure 4-4: Setup Wizard's Ad-Hoc Mode Settings Screen Figure 4-5: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security Screen Figure 4-6: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - WEP Screen Figure 4-7: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - PSK Using TKIP Screen Figure 4-8: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - PSK Using AES Screen Figure 4-9: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-TLS Screen Figure 4-10: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP Screen Figure 4-11: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-TLS Screen Figure 4-12: Setup Wizard's Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP Screen Figure 4-13: Setup Wizard's Check Settings Screen Figure 4-14: Digital Signature Not Found Screen Figure 4-15: Setup Wizard's Congratulations Screen Figure 5-1: How the Adapter Connects to Your PC Figure 5-2: Adapter's USB Port Figure 5-3: PC's USB Ports Figure 5-4: Digital Signature Not Found Screen Figure 5-5: Using the Wall Mount - Step A Figure 5-6: Using the Wall Mount - Step B Figure 5-7: Using the Wall Mount - Step C Figure 6-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon Figure 6-2: Windows XP - Use Windows XP Wireless Configuration Figure 6-3: Windows XP - Use Linksys Wireless Network Monitor Figure 6-4: Link Information Figure 6-5: More Information - Wireless Network Status Figure 6-6: More Information-Network Statistics 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14 14 15 15 15 16 16 16 17 18 19 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Figure 6-7: Site Survey Figure 6-8: WEP Key Needed for Connection Figure 6-9: PSK (Pre-Shared Key) Needed for Connection Figure 6-10: Profiles Figure 6-11: Import a Profile Figure 6-12: Export a Profile Figure 6-13: Create a New Profile Figure 6-14: Enter Profile Name Figure 6-15: Network Settings for New Profile Figure 6-16: Wireless Mode for New Profile Figure 6-17: Ad-Hoc Mode Settings for New Profile Figure 6-18: Wireless Security for New Profile Figure 6-19: Wireless Security - WEP for New Profile Figure 6-20: Wireless Security - PSK for New Profile Figure 6-21: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile Figure 6-22: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile Figure 6-23: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile Figure 6-24: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile Figure 6-25: Confirm New Settings for New Profile Figure 6-26: Congratulations for New Profile 20 20 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 23 23 24 24 25 26 26 27 27 28 28 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. With this Adapter, your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier than ever. [. . . ] The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Back button to return to the previous screen. Figure 6-20: Wireless Security - PSK for New Profile Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile 25 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter PSK + RADIUS PSK + RADIUS features a Pre-Shared Key used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router. ) PSK + RADIUS offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys, as well as two authentication methods, EAP-TLS and EAP-PEAP. Authentication - Select the authentication method your network is using, EAP-TLS or EAP-PEAP. EAP-TLS If you selected EAP-TLS, enter the login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field. From the Certificate drop-down menu, select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network. Figure 6-21: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile EAP-PEAP If you selected EAP-PEAP, enter the login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field. From the Certificate drop-down menu, select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network. Click the Back button to return to the previous screen. Figure 6-22: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile 26 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter RADIUS RADIUS features use of a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router. ) RADIUS offers two authentication types: EAP-TLS and EAP-PEAP. Authentication - Select the authentication method your network is using, EAP-TLS or EAP-PEAP. EAP-TLS If you selected EAP-TLS, enter the login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field. From the Certificate drop-down menu, select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network. Click the Back button to return to the previous screen. EAP-PEAP If you selected EAP-PEAP, enter the login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field. From the Certificate drop-down menu, select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network. Click the Back button to return to the previous screen. Figure 6-23: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile Figure 6-24: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile 27 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 8. The Confirm New Settings screen will appear next and show the new settings. To exit the Wireless Network Monitor, click Exit. Figure 6-25: Confirm New Settings for New Profile 9. Click Connect to Network to implement the new settings immediately and return to the Link Information screen. Click Return to Profiles Screen to keep the current settings active and return to the Profiles screen. You have successfully created a connection profile. Figure 6-26: Congratulations for New Profile Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile 28 Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: "Common Problems and Solutions" and "Frequently Asked Questions. " This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www. linksys. com. Common Problems and Solutions 1. Follow the steps below until the problem is solved: · Make sure the Adapter is properly connected to the PC's USB port. Follow the steps below until the problem is solved: · Reinsert the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter into the notebook or desktop's USB port. [. . . ] However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment or devices Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. [. . . ]