User`s guide

Introduction

This User’s Guide provides detailed instructions for installing and

configuring your Adaptec Wireless Router as part of a Local Area

Network (LAN) and/or Wireless LAN (WLAN).

This Guide assumes you have a working knowledge of your

computer and that you are familiar with the Windows operating

system. It also assumes you have basic knowledge of wireless

technology, routers, networks, and Local Area Networks (LANs).

Kit Contents

Your Ultra Wireless Router kit includes:

■ Adaptec AWN-8084 Ultra Wireless Router

■ Ethernet straight-through cable

■ Power adapter

■ Wireless Router CD, which contains documentation

■ Adaptec Ultra Wireless Router Quick Start Guide

System Requirements

To complete the installation of your Wireless Router, you must have:

■ A PC-compatible computer with:

■ Windows

98SE, Windows Me

, Windows 2000

, or

Windows XP

■ Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later, or Netscape

V4.7 or

later

■

Ethernet adapter and appropriate TCP/IP protocols installed

■ Ethernet-based broadband Internet connection (Ethernet

modem or receiver)

To connect with your Wireless Router, each computer station must

be installed with:

■ An Ethernet or wireless network adapter

■ The

TCP/IP protocols for that adapter