EZ ConnectTM g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter User Guide The easy way to make all your network connections 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000 May 2006 R01 F1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS EZ Connect™ g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Adapter Installation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Network Connection Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Maximum Distance Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EZ CONNECT™ G 802.11G 108MBPS WIRELESS USB 2.0 ADAPTER SMC’s EZ Connect™ g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSBT-G2) is a wireless USB adapter that seamlessly integrates with existing Ethernet networks to support applications such as mobile users or temporary conferences. This solution offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling).
EZ Connect™ g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Features 2 • Up to 108 Mbps data rate with turbo mode • Backward compatible with the existing 802.
Applications Applications EZ Connect wireless products offer fast, reliable, cost-effective network access for wireless clients in applications such as: • Remote access to corporate network information Email, file transfer, and terminal emulation • Difficult-to-wire environments Historic or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ • Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers, and banks who frequently rearrange the workplace and change loc
EZ Connect™ g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter System Requirements Before you install the Wireless USB Adapter, check your system for the following requirements: 4 • Available 2.0 USB slot • A PC running Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP • CD-ROM drive • Minimum of 32 MB RAM and 300 MHz CPU • Minimum of 6 MB of free hard disk space for driver and utility installation • Another IEEE 802.11g or 802.
Package Contents Package Contents The Wireless USB Adapter package includes: • 1 EZ Connect™ g 802.11g 108Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSBT-G2) • 1 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD • 1 Quick Installation Guide Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at http://www.smc.com Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton and the original packing materials, in case there is a need to return the product.
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter provides 54 Mbps connections. It is fully compliant with the specification of the IEEE 802.11g standard. It can be installed in any computer running Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP, with a 2.0 USB slot. LED The Link LED indicator of the SMCWUSBT-G2 is described in the following figure and table. Link LED Figure 1. LED Indicator 6 Status Description On (Green) Indicates a valid connection.
DRIVER AND UTILITY INSTALLATION The EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD that comes with the package contains all the software, including the driver and utility for the SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter. Any new or updated software can be downloaded from the SMC web site at http://www.smc.com. Also, check the SMC web site for additional online support. For Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP It is recommended that you install the utility and driver software first, before inserting the adapter into your computer.
Driver and Utility Installation 2. Click the Install Driver/Utility button to continue. 3. Please wait while the Driver/Utility installation wizard begins and copies files.
For Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP 4. Click Next to install the program to your Windows system folder. 5. Find an available USB slot on your PC ( see "Hardware Installation" on page 14). Remove cap from the SMCWUSBT-G2. Completely slide the SMCWUSBT-G2 USB 2.0 adapter in the USB slot of your PC and make sure that there is a firm connection.
Driver and Utility Installation 6. You will see the Found New Hardware Wizard. Select Yes (recommended), and click Next. 7. Select Install the software automatically (Recommended), and click Next.
For Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP 8. You may be prompted by a digital signature pop-up window. Click Continue Anyway to continue the driver installation. Note: Do not select STOP Installation, as this will cancel the installation process, and the drivers will not be installed properly.
Driver and Utility Installation 9. The following windows will then appear indicating that the driver has been installed on your system. Click Finish to exit the window.
For Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP 10. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. Click Finish and your PC will restart. After booting up, your Wireless USB Adapter is ready to use.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, avoid touching its electrical components, and touch the ground often to equalize the static charges, before handling the card. To insert the card: 1. Find an available 2.0 USB slot in your desktop PC or a laptop. Desktop USB port Figure 2.
Hardware Installation 2. With the adapter’s connector facing the USB slot, and the “EZ ConnectTM g” label facing up, slide the card completely into the slot as shown below. Figure 3. Desktop Installation Figure 4.
SMCWUSBT-G2 UTILITY To communicate with other SMC 802.11g or 802.11b devices, you need to configure the SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter first. Double-click the SMCWUSBT-G2 utility icon on the desktop to launch the configuration utility, or you can access it from the Start menu. Icon on the desktop: Icon on the toolbar: Note that the screen shots were taken from Windows XP and will not look exactly the same in all operating systems.
Configuration The SMCWUSBT-G2 utility program includes the following five tabs: Configuration – Allows you to set parameters for the wireless adapter. Link Information – Allows you to view network status. IP Information – Displays TCP/IP data. Site Survey – Scans/shows all wireless devices within the adapter’s signal range. Version Information – Shows the driver and utility version information.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility Delete – To delete a profile, select the profile from the drop-down menu in the Select Profile field, then click Delete. Auto Profile On/Off - Click this button to automatically load the profile for easy use. Active - To display the profile that you are using for the current connection. Apply Change - To enable the new setting. Common Network Name – Input an SSID for the wireless network to which you want to connect. Network Type – Set the adapter’s operating mode to 802.
Configuration point, or to Infrastructure for connections with an access point. (See “Network Topologies” on page 32 for more information.) Transmit Rate – Indicates the data transmission rate. Select an appropriate transmission speed. Lower speeds will give better range. The SMCWUSBT-G2 supports 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11g turbo mode. SuperG is capable of Packet Bursting, Fast Frames, Compression, and Dynamic or Static Turbo. 802.11g turbo mode delivers the maximum operation speed of up to 108 Mbps.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility WEP Security Type – WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA(2)-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Pre-Shared Key) are implemented in the SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter to prevent unauthorized access. Key Type – Select 64-bit encryption, 64-bit encryption (ASCII), 128-bit encryption,or 128-bit encryption (ASCII). Authentication Mode – Choose Open or Shared. Default Key – Choose one key, 1~4, for encryption. Use Passphrase – Check this box to auto-generate keys for encryption.
Configuration you must use the same passphrase and default key on all the other clients in your network. How to set up WEP: If you are transmitting sensitive data across wireless channels, you should enable Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption. WEP provides a basic level of security, preventing unauthorized access to the network and encrypting data transmitted between wireless clients and the access point.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility To set up the WEP function, take the following steps: 1. Select 64-bit encryption, 64-bit encryption (ASCII), 128-bit encryption,or 128-bit encryption (ASCII) in the Key Type field. 2. To automatically generate keys, check the Use Passphrase box, and type in a string of characters in this field. 3. In the Default Key field, select one key as the default key that you want to use for encryption. 4. Click Apply Change to allow the settings to take effect. Or 1.
Configuration WPA-PSK How to set up WPA/WPA2-PSK: Wi-Fi Protected Access is a standards-based, interoperable security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control for existing and future wireless LAN systems. It will be forward-compatible with the upcoming IEEE 802.11i standard. WPA employs a combination of several technologies to provide an enhanced security solution for 802.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility To use the WPA function, take the following steps: 1. Select Security Type, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK from the drop-down menu. 2. Type in the WPA Passphrase (Pre-Shared Key: PSK). 3. Select ASCII or Hex in the Key Type field 4. Click Apply Change to allow the settings to take effect. Note: The WPA Passphrase character limit needs to be between 8-63 characters. Manual Pre-Shared Key supports up to 64-Hex characters.
Configuration Advanced RTS Threshold – This sets the packet size threshold at which a Request to Send (RTS) signal must be sent to the receiving station prior to the sending station starting communications. Devices contending for the wireless medium may not be aware of each other. The RTS/CTS mechanism can solve this problem. The larger the threshold, the faster the speed. Fragment Threshold – Sets the minimum packet size that can be transmitted from the adapter without being fragmented.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility to short can boost your throughput. (Options: Short & Long, Long only; Default: Short & Long) Transmit Power – Move the slider bar up and down to select an appropriate transmission power. Lower power reduces interference, higher power gives more range. Quality of Service (QoS) – The QoS function allows you to differentiate traffic types and provide high-priority forwarding service for applications such as VoIP or gaming.
Link Information Network Name – The name of the network to which the adapter is currently connected with other clients on the network. Base Station Name ID – The MAC address of the access point to which this adapter is connected in an infrastructure network. In an ad hoc network, the Network Name is a random number generated by the first station that communicates with other clients on the network. Channel – The channel used to connect with the wireless device.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility IP Information This screen displays IP Information for your computer. Now that you have configured your adapter to connect to a wireless network, your adapter needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP settings and renewing them with settings from the access point, you will also verify that you have configured your adapter correctly. To release network settings click on Release, then click on Renew to get new IP settings.
IP Information IP Address Client – Internet address of the computer. IP Netmask Client – A mask used to determine the subnet for an IP address. Gateway – The IP address of the network gateway. Host Name Client – Your computer name on the network. Release – Click on this button to release the IP address. Renew – Click on this button to get a new IP address.
SMCWUSBT-G2 Utility Site Survey Site Survey scans and displays all wireless devices within range. You can choose one of them to connect to by double-clicking on an entry. Scan – Click this button to scan for available network connections. Network Type - Shows the network type. See “Configuration” on page 17. Network name – Service Set ID. (See “Configuration” on page 17 for details.) Mode - Shows the wireless connection mode, whether it’s 802.11b or 802.11g (Turbo).
Version Information Signal - This shows the signal strength of the listed wireless devices. Channel - This is the channel used for the wireless connection. MAC address - This is the MAC address of the listed wireless devices. Version Information This screen shows information on the current version of the driver and the configuration utility program. You can download the latest firmware from the SMC web site at http://www.smc.com.
NETWORK CONFIGURATION AND PLANNING SMC’s EZ Connect g Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated configuration with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs.
Network Topologies Infrastructure Wireless LANs The SMC 802.11g access point (SMCWBR14T-G) can also provide wireless workstations with access to a wired LAN. An integrated wired and wireless LAN is called an infrastructure configuration. A Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PC users, and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN.
Network Configuration and Planning Setting the Communication Domain Stationary Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communication domain for each access point. For wireless PCs that do not need to support roaming, set the domain identifier (SSID) for the wireless card to the SSID of the access point to which you want to connect. Check with your administrator for the SSID of the access point to whick you are connecting.
Setting the Communication Domain • In either configuration, the client automatically matches the radio channel used by the AP.
TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following troubleshooting items before contacting SMC technical support. Adapter Installation Problems If your computer cannot find the SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter or the driver software does not install correctly, check the following: 36 • Make sure the adapter is securely seated in the 2.0 USB slot. Check for any hardware problems, such as physical damage to the card’s connector. • Try the card in another USB slot.
Network Connection Problems Network Connection Problems If the Link LED on the SMCWUSBT-G2 adapter does not light, or if you cannot access any network resources from your computer, check the following: • Make sure the correct software driver is installed for your operating system. If necessary, try reinstalling the driver. • Make sure the computer and other network devices are receiving power. • The access point you want to connect to may be defective. Try using another access point.
Troubleshooting Maximum Distance Table Important Notice Maximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds. However, there are many variables such as barrier composition and construction and local environmental interference that may impact your actual distances and cause you to experience distance thresholds far lower than those posted below. 802.11b Wireless Distance Table Speed and Distance Ranges Environment 11 Mbps 5.
SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications Functional Criteria Data Rate 802.11g: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps; up to 108 Mbps with turbo mode 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps Operating Range Up to 350 m (1155 ft) Radio Signal Signal Type Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Modulation Techniques 802.11g (OFDM): BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM 802.
Specifications Physical Characteristics Dimensions 84.10 * 27.08 * 12.30 mm (3.31 * 1.07 * 0.48 inch) (L*W*H) Weight 27.5 g (0.06 lb) Antenna Built-in antenna LED Indicators Network Link Host Interface 32-bit 2.0 USB interface Power Voltage DC5V +/- 5% Power Consumption Tx mode: 320mA, Rx mode: 190 mA Standards Conformance IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.
General Specifications Certification CE Mark EN 300 328 V1.6.1 (11-2004) EN 301 489-1 V1.5.1 (11-2004) EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (08-2002) EN 60950-1: 2001+A11:2004 Safety Compliance USA: FCC Part 15 Class B UL1950/CSA22.2 No.
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